New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation, or NSO, is an essential program designed to welcome new students to the University of Lynchburg. It’s an opportunity to learn about campus life and academic resources and to connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff.

NSO can help you connect with other Hornets, the University, and the surrounding community.

Yes. Attendance is required for all incoming undergraduate students. It’s a crucial first step to starting your journey at Lynchburg.

There is a $150 registration fee. This fee covers all activities, overnight lodging for students, and meals. 

Please contact orientation@lynchburg.edu to request a fee waiver or deferral. 

If you don’t complete the necessary enrollment steps by published deadlines, you may be dropped from your schedule of courses and removed from housing assignments.

Reach out to orientation@lynchburg.edu and talk with us about your circumstances. We’ll work with you on alternatives.

Yes. Please indicate that on your event registration. 

Note: staying off campus during NSO will not reduce the cost of attendance.

If you need to change your NSO date, please email us at orientation@lynchburg.edu and we will be happy to make adjustments as they are available.

To be eligible to register for NSO, students must first pay the enrollment deposit. Students who have made their deposits will receive information via their Lynchburg email account regarding NSO.

Please bring bedding or a sleeping bag, casual clothing, comfortable shoes, toiletries, and a reusable water bottle. You’ll be staying in a traditional residence hall double room with shared hallway bathrooms.

Yes, for an additional fee. Please select the linen rental option when you register for your event. The cost is $40 and assessed to your Lynchburg account and payable via payment.lynchburg.edu.

Note: The linen rental does not come with a pillow, so you will need to bring your own. 

Yes. Each student may bring up to two guests. However, on-campus lodging is not available for guests. We’ve provided a list of nearby hotels for your convenience.

Yes. There will be concurrent and joint programming for all registered attendees. 

We will provide breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the first day and breakfast on the second day for students and their guests.

Before attending your in-person New Student Orientation date, please submit a photo for your ID card. Visit arrival.lynchburg.edu/photo and go through the process step by step. 

For further questions, please email us at orientation@lynchburg.edu. Our team is here to help you with any questions you might have.

The Center for Accessibility and Disability Resources (CADR) works with students who wish to request disability accommodations in the areas of academics, housing, emotional support animals, and dietary needs.  This process will start with new students beginning March 20, 2024.  It is critical for students seeking accommodations to plan ahead for this process no less than two weeks prior to move-in dates.

If you are interested in receiving information or have questions, please contact CADR Director Julia Timmons at timmons.j@lynchburg.edu.

For more information about the University and the surrounding community, please visit our official website. We also recommend exploring the City of Lynchburg’s tourism website to get acquainted with the area.

You can change your password at passport.lynchburg.edu, or contact our ITR Help Desk at 434.544.8350 or help@lynchburg.edu.