Transfer Orientation session is a one-day program beginning at approximately 8:00 a.m. and ending around 5:00 p.m. The session includes experiences designed to allow students to learn about campus resources, interact with fellow new Eagles and current Eagles, meet with academic advisers and register for classes. Transfer Orientation Leaders are paired with groups of students to assist them with their transition to Winthrop University.
Click on the session title below to see that session's schedule.
For students whose first semester at Winthrop will be Spring 2020:
Session |
Registration/Cancellation
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Transfer Students Only |
Wednesday, November 13, 2019 |
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Session A January 10, 2020 Freshmen and Transfer Students |
12 p.m. |
More 2020 dates to be announced.
Students can register for Orientation online. After you have successfully registered online, you will receive an e-mail confirmation.
To better accommodate the needs of post-traditional students (students aged 25 and up), special Advising and Registration Only sessions may be available. This is an opportunity for post-traditional students to come to campus to be advised and register for classes for the fall semester. These sessions are limited to post-traditional students. Any other transfer students with special circumstances who would like to attend one of these sessions should contact the Office of New Student and Family Programs for approval.
International students should contact the International Center at 803/323-2133 regarding Orientation requirements and accommodations.
In order to better accommodate the needs of any student or family member with a disability, please contact the Office of New Student and Family Programs at 803/323-2387 or the Office of Accessibility at 803/323-3290.
The office of Military, Adult, and Transfer Services (MATS) provides student support services and programming tailored to the unique needs of post-traditional, veteran, and transfer students. If you have any questions regarding your transition to, or during your time at Winthrop, please contact MATS directly at mats@winthrop.edu or 803/323-4784 or visit their website. During Full Day Orientation sessions, you'll also have the opportunity to interact with Transfer Orientation Leader and Mentors (TOLMs) who are current post-traditional and transfer students available to answer all of your Winthrop-related questions.
Contact the Office of New Student and Family Programs at 803/323-2387 or via email at Orientation@winthrop.edu.