We are so excited to help you navigate the next chapter of your GVSU journey. New Student Orientation is required and is intended to help you transition into life as a GV Laker. Signing up for Orientation and paying the Orientation fee is also how you indicate your commitment to attend GVSU. We host distinct Orientation experiences for first year students and transfer students, unique to each group's needs. Both Orientation types include time with an academic advisor to register for classes. Your next step is to sign up for Orientation through the link below. Please note that you will receive additional information after you sign up to help you prepare. We are very excited for you to join Grand Valley State, and look forward to seeing you soon.
Orientation sign-up for students starting in the Winter 2026 semester is now open!
Orientation sign-up for first-year students starting in the Fall 2026 semester will open December 8, 2025 at 10:00am. Sign up for transfer student will open in January.
The Orientation fee is $150 for incoming freshmen and $100 for incoming transfer students. International students do not pay this fee. If you have questions about the Orientation fee, please contact the Admissions and Recruitment Office at (616) 331-2025 or at [email protected].
First-Year Students - Earn $1,000 with the Laker Lane Scholarship
First-time college students can qualify for this $1,000 renewable scholarship by completing the following by March 1, 2026:
- Apply for Housing
- File FAFSA
- Sign Up for Orientation
This scholarship is renewable for up to four years, provided the student remains enrolled full-time at GVSU, maintains a 3.0 or above GPA, and completes at least 24 Grand Valley credits each year. The Laker Lane scholarship will be incorporated into the student's overall financial aid package and disbursed along with other forms of aid. View all merit scholarship opportunities and requirements.
Transfer Students - Earn $500 with the Laker Lane Scholarship
Transfer students can qualify for a $500 renewable scholarship by completing the following by July 1, 2026:
- File FAFSA
- Sign Up for Orientation (available early January)
This scholarship is renewable for up to three years total, provided the student remains enrolled full-time at GVSU, maintains a 3.0 or above GPA, and completes at least 24 Grand Valley credits each year. The Laker Lane scholarship will be incorporated into the student's overall financial aid package and disbursed along with other forms of aid. View all merit scholarship opportunities and requirements.
