New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation

The Office of New Student Orientation strives to aid new students in their transition to the University. We work together with various departments to offer academic, financial, and social support to students and their families in their preparation for enrollment. Our program is tailored to introduce incoming first-year students and transfer students to Norfolk State University and equip them with the knowledge of academic support services, student development initiatives, and technology tools for academic achievement.

All new first-year students and transfer students are required to participate in and complete the New Student Orientation prior to enrollment. If you have any further questions or concerns pertaining to New Student Orientation, please email us at orientation@nsu.edu. 

Summer 2026 New Student Orientation

• Please note that there are several steps to complete before you can register for NSO. To register for NSO, log in to your Application Portal.
• To log in to your Application Portal, please utilize the username and password you originally created to log into your NSU Application.
• To register for Orientation, please Click here.

Important Update: The August 6 - 7 in-person New Student Orientation (NSO) session has reached capacity. Only students who are pre-registered will be able to attend. Students who are not registered for the NSO session must complete the Virtual Orientation. In addition, students not registered for the in-person orientation and do not have an official housing assignment will not be permitted to move into University Housing before August 8. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact our office. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at orientation@nsu.edu or 757-823-8673.

See also:

• First Time Freshman
• Transfer Students
• Orientation Fees
• Course Registration
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Admitted Student Checklist
• Contact Us