New Student FAQs

Yes, you do need to register for New Student Orientation, however there is no registration fee. Your attendance is mandatory, and we will be expecting you to check in on August 29th.

Yes - it will be listed on the New Student Experience webpage.

Parents usually stay through the first day including dinner on the quad.

Later in the summer, Residence Life and Housing will send out a communication to all incoming students regarding selecting a move-in window for August 29, 2024.

Orientation begins on Thursday, August 29 for all students. Move-in for on-campus students is that morning, but commuting students will also start Orientation at the same time.

If you participate in our First Year Journey’s you will have access to be on campus before the start of New Student Orientation. This First Year Journey program is highly recommended.

Students enjoy living on campus and creating community. It also gives students a convenient proximity to amenities like food, classes, athletic practices, labs, and on campus resources.

Housing is the same for all students, although some student athletes must arrive early. If they are required to arrive early, housing will be available. Residence Life and Housing will work with athletics on dates and rosters for early arrivals.

No pets (including fish and reptiles in suitable enclosures) are allowed in any of the residential communities on campus. The only exceptions are service animals and emotional support animals approved through the Office of Student Success Office.

Yes, first year students can have a car on campus.

You can include their name when prompted to do so on the housing intention form--they must also include your name too.

The university does not provide storage options for student's belongings over the summer. However, there are local storage facilities in the surrounding community that students take advantage of.

You can view your checklist in your Self-Service Portal. A video on how to access your New Student Checklist can be found in your Admissions Status page, where you logged in to check your admission decision.

Once deposited, you will get access to the new student checklist that includes all academic surveys and questionnaires. Watch this helpful video on this process.

Once deposited, you will get access to the new student checklist that includes all academic surveys and questionnaires. Watch this helpful video on this process.

Class schedule will be sent to students in July.

Your schedule will be built to be balanced. You can work with your First Year Seminar faculty on changes to your schedule.

Registration will happen in July so that leaves plenty of time to have all transcripts sent to registrar@redlands.edu.

Students typically take 4 classes each semester and can take up to 19 credits per semester.

Visit the university catalog on the website.

When you complete the Academic questionnaire you will include your academic interests. You do not declare your major until you arrive on campus/as soon as spring semester.

First-Year Seminars (FYS) is a required foundation course for every incoming first-year student. In these seminars students develop a close personal relationship with a full-time faculty member who not only teaches the course but also serves as academic advisor and mentor, introducing students to college-level skills and helping them in planning their academic programs.  Most seminars are interdisciplinary in focus, and students are encouraged to select seminars according to their broader intellectual and personal interests, not as a foundation course in a possible major.

Should you have questions about your student's account balance, how to pay your bill, or any other financial inquiries, please email sfs@redlands.edu. Please note that due to the heavy volume of calls and emails, there may be a slight delay. We encourage you to watch this webinar, as it may answer some of your questions.

View the list of over 100 clubs and organizations here. There is also an involvement fair hosted the first week of classes. Students have the opportunity to learn more about each club that they are interested during this fair. Encourage your student to be on the look out for this event. Students can also Rush in the Spring semester. So if you are interested in Greek Life, be on the look out for information on Rush dates.

Students who have completed 28 colleges credits, have a GPA of 2.5 and higher, and are in good standing with the University are eligible to participant in Rush. Click here for more questions directly related to Greek Life.

First Year Journey (FYJ) is a great opportunity to build community and take an adventure before starting college, it can be a few days to a week depending on the program. There will be several webinars to learn more. You can also get more info as well as webinar dates via the FYJ website. The earlier you register, the quicker you will receive your trip assignment! No fees are due at the time of registration. Frequently asked questions for FYJ questions can be found on the FYJ website.

You apply for a job on campus and then go through a hiring process. Students eligible for work study in their aid package should be able to find an on-campus job. There is a wide range of opportunities available throughout campus to include departments, programs, and campus offices.