Transfer Student Session Details
Regardless of your previous college history, attending the University of Nevada will be a new and challenging experience. Each transfer session is a day long experience where students gain valuable information to assist in their transition. There are programs on academic expectations, campus recreation & wellness, and activities & involvement. Each session is limited to 300 students to allow for increased student interactions.
Students participating in the DIRECTIONS program should leave with:
- An individualized academic plan for first year success
- An individualized plan for long term academic and personal success & development
- An understanding of the great traditions and history of the University of Nevada
- Prepared to transition to the lifestyle of a healthy, successful NEVADA student
- Prepared to meet the expectations of being a member of the University of Nevada community
- Awareness and connection to University resources and programs to ensure success
This program is designed for transfer students and addresses their unique needs while creating a small campus environment. A transfer student for the purpose of this program is being defined as a student transferring in a minimum of 24 academic credits.
Costs
All new students pay an Orientation fee when paying their tuition and fee’s at the beginning of the semester. The DIRECTIONS Program for students is paid for out of this fee, so the costs to you are travel related and spending money.
What to Wear
Each session is taking place on the 255 acre campus, which offers ample opportunity to explore many of these 255 acres. We encourage you to wear comfortable clothes and walking shoes, as various sessions will be taking class in a variety of buildings throughout campus. Additionally, there will be time to explore Lombardi Recreation Center and get in a work out – so bring your work out clothes too.
Check In
Check in for the Transfer DIRECTIONS Program occurs at the Joe Crowley Student Union Plaza from 8:00am to 9:30am.
Session times
Opening session begins at 9:40am and final program concludes at 5:30pm.
Wolf Card
While attending DIRECTIONS you will take your picture and receive your WolfCard. Your Wolf Card is your campus ID card, meal card, library card, recreation center card, and many other uses. For a complete listing of the Wolf Card uses, including banking options go to the Wolf Card site here.