Orientation

Spring 2025 Orientation on Friday, November 8, 2024

The college experience at Murray State begins with Racer Nation Orientation. It’s filled with fun and important activities, programs and opportunities to prepare you for a fantastic experience at Murray State!

Spring Orientation is a program for all new degree-seeking students entering Murray State University during the spring semester. Whether you are a first time freshman, a transfer student, parent or guest; you'll find things to interest and excite you about Murray State University.

The program is a combination of both educational and transitional sessions to prepare students for life at Murray State. You will make connections with faculty, staff and fellow Racers. We hope that through this orientation, you will obtain the information to begin the process and to feel like you are a part of the Racer Family! Remember, orientation is mandatory for all incoming new freshmen and new transfer students.

Register for Orientation

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$75 NON-REFUNDABLE ORIENTATION FEE PAYMENT

Why register for Racer Nation Orientation?

• Schedule classes — get a head start on lining up your first semester of classes with the help of academic advisors.
• Order your Racer Book Bundle — sign up to have your textbooks ready for you when you arrive for the spring semester.
• Learn more about Murray State — Learn more about the Racer community, student organizations and different ways to get involved on campus.
• Meet new people — Orientation is a great chance to meet future classmates and make connections that last through college and beyond!

Racer Nation Orientation - 3-Part Series

1. Day of Orientation — On the date of your orientation session, you will participate in sessions to help you learn more about financial aid and scholarships, student organizations and important resources available at Murray State University. You will also get to meet your academic areas and orientation leaders who will lead you through the day.

2. Advising and Course Registration — Our advisors are excited to help you during your orientation day to assist you through the class registration process! You will attend an advising session with your academic college where you’ll be walked through the registration process in preparation for class scheduling between Nov. 1–8, 2024. View the class scheduling calendar.

3. Racer Life — Come and reconnect with your orientation leaders and other new Racers in January. With a chance to win prizes, have fun and receive important information as you start your new Racer life!