Welcome Weekend
Welcome Weekend & Orientation
Welcome to the RAM FAMILY! Welcome Weekend and Orientation is designed to help you transition smoothly into college life.
Prior to attending Welcome Weekend, complete all the items in the New Student Checklist.
Move-In & Check-In Dates
Fall Athletes – Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball
Friday, August 1 in the Jones Center
9:00 AM: New Student Athletes
2:00 PM: New Student Athlete Parent Meeting
Spring Athletes – Baseball, Basketball, Esports, Golf, Softball, Track & Field
Monday, August 18 in the Jones Center
9:00 AM: New Baseball, Basketball, and Track Students
10:30 AM: New Golf, Softball, and Esports Students
2:00 PM: New Student Athlete Parent Meeting
Third Culture Kids/Missionary Kids
Monday, August 18 at 10:30 AM in the Jones Center
Nursing Students
Wednesday, August 20 at 1:00 PM in the Jones Center
Resident Students – Last Name A-L
Wednesday, August 20 at 9:00 AM in the Jones Center
Resident Students – Last Name M-Z
Wednesday, August 20 at 10:30 AM in the Jones Center
Commuter
Wednesday, August 20 at 1:00 PM in the Jones Center
Are You Ram Ready?
You must be Ram Ready to check-in for Welcome Week.
Submit Your Deposit — This non-refundable $100 deposit ensures that you are committed to attending & secures your place in your residence hall and classrooms. Submit the deposit here.
Complete Your Housing Application — On-campus housing is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so it’s important to complete this step early! Complete the application in MyCIU under Campus Life > Residence Life.
Register for Classes — After acceptance, you can set up an appointment with your Academic Advisor to select and register for your classes. Find your Advisor in MyCIU under Academics > Advising.
Submit the Health Form — All incoming students are required to submit a Health Form to ensure they meet CIU’s health and immunization requirements. Complete the form here.
Submit a Photo for Your Student ID — You’ll use your student ID card throughout your time at CIU. Follow the submission instructions on your new student checklist in order to pick up your ID at move-in.
Submit your Final, Official Transcripts — To confirm your graduation and finalize your enrollment, your official transcripts must be received in a sealed envelope or electronically through a third party transcript facilitator.
Review Payment Options– Bills must be resolved before moving in and starting classes.
Get packing! If you’re living on campus, begin gathering what you need for your dorm room so you’ll be ready when it’s time to head to campus. See you soon! Download Packing List.
Questions?
Contact our Visit Office at (803) 807-5058 or visitciu@ciu.edu.
