What to Bring

Personal Items

  • Paper, pens, and pencils for note-taking
  • Reusable Water bottle
  • Phone charger
  • A laptop/device that you can use to register for classes. 
    • You will bring this device with you on both days of orientation. Chromebooks and iPads are NOT recommended for course enrollment as they will not connect to the wi-fi. 
  • Casual, comfortable clothing and walking shoes
    • You may want to pack a sweatshirt, jeans, raincoat, and umbrella, as the weather can be unpredictable.
    • Think about bringing athletic apparel for our Late Night Fun with UVA Recreation. 
  • Blanket and pillow (Session A-G Only)
    • Bedding is not provided in the residence halls. Please bring your own sheets, pillow, blanket etc. Beds are Twin XL. 
  • Toiletries (Session A-G Only)
    • In addition to personal toiletry items, you should bring a towel, washcloth, and shower shoes.

Academic Information

  • Advanced Placement/IB scores
    • Do not be concerned if you do not receive them in time for your session. Printouts of online scoring information are acceptable.
  • For transfer students: your academic requirements report
    • Academic Requirements is a report designed to assist currently enrolled undergraduate students and their advisors in the advising process. You can get a copy of your Academic Requirements through SIS.
  • If applicable: foreign language placement scores
    • Scores from French, Spanish/Italian, or German foreign language placement exams taken before orientation.