Transfer Students

Transfer Student Orientation 

 Whether you are transferring from a local state college or another 4-year institution, we are excited you are one of FGCU's newest Eagles. Because you have completed some college already, our Transfer orientation programs are designed with a variety of students in mind.  

The Eagle View Orientation staff looks forward to providing you with critical information about completing your degree, answering your questions, and preparing you to be successful at FGCU. 

How to Register

  1. On your Future Eagle Account Portal, please accept your offer into FGCU and submit your $200 non-refundable Enrollment Deposit.
  2. Once you've accepted your offer and submitted your Enrollment Deposit, you will see a clickable button on your Future Eagle Account Portal home screen that says "Register Now for Orientation!" Please click that button.
  3. Next, select your preferred Eagle View Orientation program date from the list of open dates.
  4. Complete the registration form and add any family member(s) or guest(s) who will attend the Parent and Family Eagle View Orientation program. 

Register now for Eagle View Orientation

Cost of Orientation

All Transfer or One-Day sessions cost a flat rate of $35.00 per admitted FGCU student and $35.00 per family member or guest. This fee will cover the costs of the orientation experience including program staffing, materials, and additional services. Lunch and additional refreshments will also be provided as part of the program. Please note that all orientation fees are non-refundable.

Orientation Dates

All incoming students are required to attend an in-person orientation program. Registration for these dates are based on a first-come-first-served basis. 

Admit Term

Date

Day of the Week

Summer or Fall 2025

May 9

Friday

Summer or Fall 2025

June 20

Friday

Fall 2025

July 18

Friday

Are you a Returning, Distance Learning, or FGCU Complete Student?

You have two options for completing Eagle View Orientation:

1. You may register, using the above directions, and complete the orientation program along with other incoming students.

2. You may complete our virtual orientation modules at your own pace. Please request this option by emailing us at orientation@fgcu.edu

*These options are only available for Return to the Nest, Distance Learning, or FGCU Complete students. Return to the Nest Students focuses on students who attended FGCU at one time, but did not earn a degree. This initiative provides personalized navigation and financial assistance for students to return to FGCU and graduate!. Distance Learning Students are students that are able to take their upper division courses fully online. This is only offered to students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Health Sciences, or Legal Studies. FGCU Complete is an innovative degree-completion program, that offers students who have previously earned college credits the opportunity to work toward a bachelor’s degree. Students are full-fledged Eagles who fulfill degree requirements by taking a combination of on-campus, in-community, and online classes, depending on their program.

Orientation Check List

We know you're probably still curious about what to expect and how to prepare for your Eagle View Orientation program. The checklist below is designed to introduce you to some important information, answer some basic questions before you arrive on campus, and ensure that you are prepared for your orientation experience!

Upon Admission

  • Activate Your Eagle Email

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  • Enroll in 2-Factor Authentication (Duo Mobile)

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  • Accept Your Offer of Admission

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  • Submit Enrollment Deposit

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  • Declare Residency

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February

  • Register for Orientation

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  • Submit Housing Application

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  • Complete FAFSA

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  • Submit Immunization Forms

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March

  • Complete Pre-Orientation Virtual Modules

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  • Submit Eagle ID Photo

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April

  • Schedule An Academic Advising Appointment

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