New Student Orientation
Welcome, Lions! We are glad you are a member of the LMU Pride.
There is a lot to learn about being an LMU Lion, and you will have our support along the way. LMU has prepared a collection of resources for new students and their families to help ensure a seamless transition to the university. Visit this page to access important orientation resources and prepare for arrival on campus.
Future Lions
New Lions, check your Future Lions portal for personalized pre-arrival information, including registration details, important dates, orientation activity selection, and the checklist of things you need to do prior to the first day of class. Log in with your LMU email and password.
Learn MoreFall 2025 Move-In
International First-Year Move-In
August 18
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. PT
International first-year students and first-year students who are U.S. citizens living abroad should plan to move-in to their housing assignment on this date in order to attend International Orientation.
Transfer Student Move-In
August 20
9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. PT
All transfer students, including international transfer students, with a campus housing assignment may move-in on this day.
First-Year Move-In
August 20–21
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. PT
First-year students with a campus housing assignment will be assigned to move-in on either Wednesday, August 20 or Thursday, August 21. If you need further guidance on arrival details and travel planning, please contact orientation@lmu.edu. LMU Student Housing will provide further information regarding your appointed move-in time in July.
Fall 2025 Orientation
International First-Year Orientation
August 18–24
International Orientation supports incoming first-year students who have lived abroad in gaining familiarity with the LMU campus, building friendships, and making a successful transition to academic and student life in the United States. Attendance is required on Monday, August 18 through Friday, August 22.
International Transfer Orientation
August 20–24
On August 20, international transfer students will attend a required sessions with the Office of International Students and Scholars. Attendance is required on Wednesday, August 20 through Friday, August 22.
Transfer Student Orientation
August 21–24
Transfer Orientation begins at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 21. Orientation will allow you to meet fellow transfer students, introduce you to transfer success strategies, and set the foundation for you to begin your academic experience at LMU. Attendance is required on Thursday, August 21 and Friday, August 22.
First-Year Orientation
August 21–24
First-year Orientation activities will begin in the evening on Thursday, August 21. Orientation will allow you to connect with other new students, learn to navigate the campus, and begin exploring the LMU community in real and tangible ways on the Westchester campus. Attendance is required on Thursday, August 21 and Friday, August 22.
Fall 2025 Parent and Family Events
International First-Year Orientation Family Events
Monday, August 18
2:00–8:00 p.m. PT
Transfer Orientation Family Events
Thursday, August 21–Saturday, August 23
First-Year Orientation Family Events
Thursday, August 21–Saturday, August 23
Onboarding Resources
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The LMU Orientation Programs team welcomes students and their families to Loyola Marymount University and are available to help provide a more seamless transitional experience. Along with faculty and staff, there are ample resources to help prepare you for the upcoming fall semester. Should there be any additional questions, please contact us at orientation@lmu.edu.
Transfer Student Orientation Modules
As part of your onboarding experience, incoming transfer students will view a suite of videos that provide information about registration, academic tools, and student resources. Completion credit will be given, and students may work at their own pace. The Transfer Student Orientation modules should be completed prior to course registration so you are fully prepared to enroll and understand the next steps you must take prior to arrival on campus.
First-year New Student Orientation Modules
As part of your onboarding experience, incoming first-year students will view a suite of videos that provide information about academic tools and student resources. Completion credit will be given and students may work at their own pace. The New Student Orientation modules must be completed prior to arrival so you learn about making payments to your Student Account, ordering books for you classes, accessing student resources, and getting involved on campus.
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