I. Sign Up for Orientation
All new incoming undergraduate students expecting to enroll at the Main Campus are required to attend Orientation, including first-time freshmen, returning, transfer, and international students.
Attending Orientation allows you to see the campus, meet with academic advisors to support your course registration, visit offices to take care of on-campus business, and speak firsthand with current students who can help you understand what to expect once the semester begins. Participating in Orientation is the best way to set yourself up for success!
Your first step is to pay your Enrollment Confirmation Deposit. This will confirm for the university that you are planning to join our campus family!
Once you've paid your ECD, you will receive an invitation to sign up for First Flight Orientation. Invitations will be sent to students admitted for the Spring 2025 term beginning in mid-October 2024 and on an ongoing basis thereafter.
For students admitted for the Fall 2025 term, you will receive invitations in or around February 2025 and continuing thereafter. All Orientation reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Priority Sign-Up Date: Monday, December 2, 2024 (for Spring 2025 admits)
- Set up your username and password at MyCalStateLA ID.
- Sign up for 2-Step Verification for added security.
- For questions related to activating your account, contact the ITS Help Desk at 323-343-6170 or helpdesk@calstatela.edu
- Use your MyCalStateLA username and password to log in to the Orientation Reservation System.
- Select a date for your Orientation session.
- Pay the orientation fee to complete your reservation.
- ALL students participating in Orientation must pay the Orientation Fee. There are payment options available to assist you if needed.
- Fee refunds are not automatic, and must be requested in writing by the posted deadline. Please see the Frequently Asked Questions page for more information.
Skip the line! Submit your photo and pay your $5 One Card fee in advance.
- Visit the One Card website and follow the instructions for submitting your photo online.
- Pay your $5 One Card fee online.
- You will need to successfully submit your photo and fee online at least one week prior to your scheduled Orientation date to make sure it's ready to be picked up.
II. Complete Pre-Orientation
After signing up for Orientation, get a head start with our virtual Pre-Orientation.
- Click on “Pre-Orientation” in your Student Portal.
- Complete before your live Orientation session.
For technical support, contact us at orientation@calstatela.edu.
Special Info Sessions
Certain departments host Information Sessions, in addition to Golden Eagle Orientation, to share important news specific to different student populations. Please see below for possible information sessions that may pertain to you.
International Students are required to attend a separate information session, hosted by the International Office, concerning your transition to the United States and Cal State LA. For more information, please visit International Programs.
The Veterans Resource Center offers an information session exclusively for military-connected Cal State LA students, including veterans and the dependents of veterans. To learn more, please contact the Veterans Resource Center.
The Office for Students with Disabilities offers multiple information sessions during the summer to help you better understand the transition to Cal State LA from your previous institution. Please visit the OSD website for more information.
The Office of Graduate Studies also offers orientation programs for incoming graduate students. For more information, visit New Graduate Student Orientation.
A separate orientation program is held for students enrolling at Downtown Los Angeles. For more information, please contact DTLA Campus Student Services.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact orientation@calstatela.edu.