Welcome to Rio! We're excited to have you join the "Rio Family", and we know your years here will be some of the best of your life. Along the way you'll face new challenges and we're here to help make your Rio Grande experience the best it can be! We look forward to seeing you at orientation. For more information, view our brochure.
To register online, decide which date works best for you and select from a date below:
Rio Grande Campus Orientation Dates:
Rio Grande Meigs Center Orientation Dates:
*Meigs Center Only
students planning on taking classes at the Meigs Center should
register for this date.
You can also register by calling Admissions at
1.800.282.7201, ext. 7208.
What is Orientation?
What is Orientation? Orientation prepares you for a successful
start at the University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community
College. By attending Orientation, you will learn about the
services offered at Rio Grande, meet current students and other
new students, meet with academic advisors and register for
classes. It is extremely important for you to have either taken
the ACT or Compass Placement test prior to the Orientation
Session. To schedule an appointment for the Compass Placement
test, please contact the New Student Advising Office, Testing
and Career Services at 1-800-282-7201, ext. 7279.