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Orientation, Advising and Registration Days at Upper Iowa University!

OAR Day is the start of a strong foundation…

What is OAR Day, and why is it required?

   This is your opportunity to:

  • Register for classes and confirm your financial aid.
  • Gain the information & resources that will aid in your transition to UIU life!
  • Make connections with other new students, upperclass student leaders and role models and parents/families who are sharing the same milestones in their lives.
  • Ask questions about student and parent/family expectations.
  • Become more familiar with campus buildings, residence halls, facilities, services, people and resources available.

Scheduled OAR Days:

Transfer OAR Days: (half day program)     
Friday, May 29 (afternoon program)
Monday, August 3 (morning program)
Contact: Mike Woodson at woodsonm@uiu.edu
Please note: there will be no parent/family programming for the Transfer OAR Days.

Full Day Orientation Days:  
Monday, June 8
Wednesday, June 10
Friday, June 12
Monday, June 22
Friday, June 26
Friday, August 21 (final OAR Day) 

What is the schedule of an OAR Day? 

An OAR Day begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends around 3:30 p.m.
  Sample Schedule

How Do I Register for an OAR Day?

To reserve an OAR date, complete our online reservation form or please contact your Admission Counselor! 

Who Will Be There?

Each full-day OAR Day will offer a program for parents/families and a program for students. The programs begin together and then divide mid-morning to allow parents/families and students to explore different aspects of Upper Iowa University. The Transfer OAR Day is a half-day program for students only.  A confirmation reminder of your selected OAR day will be sent out two weeks prior to your arrival.

What Should I Plan On?

  • Dress in comfortable clothing as programs will be offered across campus and there will be walking between sites. Be prepared for the weather!  Bringing an umbrella and wearing a sweatshirt or jacket is a good idea.
  • You will take academic assessments in Math, English & Writing. (Students must submit disability documentation if requesting testing accommodations).
    Placement Assessment Sample & UIU Placement Rules     (pdf format)
  • You will register for fall semester classes.

What Do I Need to Bring?

  • Photo ID card and your Social Security Card. These items are necessary for those students who are awarded workstudy.
  • If you are bringing guests, there will be a $25 charge for the first guest and $10 for each additional guest (children 5 & under are free - payable by personal check, cash or money order) for the June 8, 10,  12, 22 & 26 OAR Days.
  • Student Development forms (housing reservation form or commuter exemption request, room & board contract, medical history, etc.).  The Medical History Form is available to download & print (pdf format).
  • An umbrella, in case of rain!
  • Bring your questions - you may want to write them down! Your OAR Day is a great day to have all your questions answered!
  • Your photo will be taken for your student ID card.
  • You will confirm financial aid paper work and packages.
  • Please expect to meet new people as the sessions are interactive.
  • Expect to be actively engaged in discussion as opposed to passively listening to speakers.
  • Students choosing to live in a residence hall will see a sample dorm room. (You will not be able to see your assigned room.)
    RESIDENCE HALL WHAT TO BRING WHEN I MOVE IN LIST

May I Bring My Siblings?

Upper Iowa University is a family-friendly university with family values. You may bring siblings; however, the programs planned are geared towards the student and their parent/guardian.

How Much Does It Cost?

Your OAR Day experience is free to you! Your guests, however, will be charged $20 for the first person and $10 for each additional person (children 5 & under are free) for the June 8, 10, 12, 22 & 26 OAR Days. Payment (personal check, cash or money order) should be made at registration on the chosen OAR Day or mailed with the reservation form to the Admission Office.

I Have Questions, What Do I Do?

To obtain answers to questions about the OAR Day or anything else related to Upper Iowa University, please call the Admission Office at 800-553-4150, select Option 2, or e-mail us at admission@uiu.edu

Download the 2008-09 For Your Information & the 2008 New Student Days Brochure (pdf * format).
The 2009-10 Editions Coming Soon!

For Your Information

New Student Days 2008

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Last Updated 11/19/08