Your BVU Journey Starts Here.
Get ready for your first semester at Buena Vista University! Meet fellow Beavers, register for classes, explore campus resources, and discover everything you need to feel confident and prepared for college life.
BVU Orientation
Get Ready for Your First Semester at Buena Vista University
Your BVU journey starts here! New Student Orientation is your opportunity to prepare for college, meet fellow Beavers, and get ready for your first semester at Buena Vista University.
During this day-long event, you'll register for classes, learn about campus life, explore student resources, and get answers to your questions. Families are invited to participate in sessions designed to help them support their students throughout the transition to college.
We can't wait to welcome you to the Beaver community!
What to Expect
From registering for classes to meeting your new classmates, BVU Orientation helps you take care of important details before your first semester begins. Throughout the day, you'll connect with the BVU community, explore campus resources, and get answers to your questions.
For New Students
Get connected. Get prepared. Get excited.
Orientation is your first step toward feeling at home at BVU. You'll meet fellow Beavers, prepare for your first semester, and discover what college life has in store. Here's what you can look forward to:
- First-semester class registration and academic advising
- Opportunities to meet fellow Beavers
- Residence life, commuter resources, and campus involvement
- Academic and student support services
- Financial aid, student accounts, and work-study information
For Parents and Families
Your student is starting a new chapter. We're here for you, too.
The transition to college is an exciting milestone for the entire family. BVU Orientation gives you the opportunity to connect with campus staff, ask questions, and learn how we'll support your student throughout their college experience. Here's what you can expect:
- Financial aid, payment plans, and student accounts
- Academic advising and student success resources
- Campus health, wellness, and safety
- Career readiness and professional development
- Supporting your student's transition to college
Frequently Asked Questions About BVU Orientation
What is BVU Orientation?
BVU Orientation is a day-long event that helps new students prepare for their first semester at Buena Vista University. Students register for classes, meet fellow Beavers, learn about campus resources, and get answers to important questions.
Will I register for classes at Orientation?
Yes! You'll work with an academic advisor to select courses and confirm your first-semester class schedule.
Can parents and families attend Orientation?
Yes! Parents and families are welcome and will have opportunities to participate in sessions covering financial aid, academic support, campus safety, wellness, and other helpful resources.
Will I learn about living on campus?
Yes. Orientation includes information about residence life and commuter resources to help students prepare for their BVU experience.
Will I receive an Orientation schedule?
Additional information, including the day's schedule and check-in details, will be shared with registered participants before the event.