Welcome to Elon!

We are excited you are joining us for Spring 2025! Whether you are coming to Elon as a first-year student or a transfer student, New Student Orientation (NSO) will ensure that your transition to Elon is smooth and enjoyable. We cannot wait to see you January 28-29, 2025 for your NSO experience!

Your Elon Bound journey includes more than just in-person orientation. Check out the full scope of your Elon Bound experience!

Our goals for New Student Orientation are that new students will:

  • Connect with peers in meaningful ways and share experiences to broaden their community.
  • Engage their intercultural awareness and learn Elon’s common language, perspective, and skills to bolster their understanding of self and how their identity contributes to the broader Elon community.
  • Discover Elon University’s traditions and campus culture.
  • Learn about and deepen their understanding of the University services and procedures that they will use throughout their years at Elon.
  • Intellectually engage with faculty, staff, administrators, and other students to strengthen their understanding of the academic expectations of the college experience, including the Core Curriculum, engaged learning, and academic advising.
  • Enhance their understanding of University requirements and resources designed to support them as they strive for academic success.

RSVP for the Spring New Student Convocation Dinner

It is expected that all new students (first-years and transfers) attend the entirety of New Student Orientation (January 28th-29th). To help us plan, let us know how many of your guests will be joining you for the spring New Student Convocation Luncheon on Wednesday, January 29th. RSVP by January 15.
  • The New Student Convocation Luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, January 29th at 12:30 p.m. and will last approximately one hour.