SLU 101 Transfer Orientation is your first opportunity to live life as a Billiken,
and all incoming students are expected to attend. During SLU 101, you'll connect with
other students, be introduced to Saint Louis University resources and get to know
key spots on campus. New transfer students starting at SLU in fall 2023 can select from three SLU 101 session
dates: We understand that you already have experience at college, so we've designed SLU 101
Transfer Orientation specifically to meet the unique needs of transfer students. Because we provide a great deal of information relevant to your academic success and
register you for your first semester classes, all new transfer students are expected
to participate in this program. You must attend a SLU 101 session to be eligible to
have an individual meeting with an academic advisor. To register for SLU 101, log into mySLU (your username and password can be found in
your admission packet). Click on the SLU 101 Registration icon. You must submit your
enrollment deposit before registering for SLU 101. Please note it may take 48 hours
or more for the system to recognize your deposit before you can select your SLU 101
session.
Below is a sample schedule for students, parents and guests that attend SLU 101 Transfer
Orientation. Please note that there is a schedule for the in-person May 30 and July
12 sessions; and a different schedule for the August 7 virtual program.
Students can bring up to two guests for the in-person SLU 101 program. (Times are Central Daylight Time) The day's activities will be done by 5 p.m.
(Times are Central Daylight Time.) New transfer students are required to complete placement testing and a registration
survey so they are placed in the right level classes for success.
Unfortunately, yes. Each program has a limited capacity because we make every effort
to keep sessions at a manageable to size to be able to give you individual attention
and allow you get to know others through the program.
After you complete and submit the SLU 101 Transfer Orientation registration through
mySLU, you will select the date of the SLU 101 Transfer Orientation session that you
are able to attend. (For students starting in the fall semester, we have three summer
SLU 101 Transfer sessions available for you to determine which one works best for
you.)
Yes. The schedule identifies which parts are required for your attendance. To be eligible
for an advising appointment, you must attend a SLU 101 session. You’ll be getting
important information that will help you to adjust to your first semester at Saint
Louis University during SLU 101. You may not think you need it now, but you will appreciate
it later.
We expect all new transfer students to attend SLU 101 Transfer Orientation because
it provides an opportunity for you to learn more about your school/college, understand
advising at SLU and to learn about campus services and resources. If you cannot attend
any of the sessions, please contact your admission counselor to make other arrangements
to complete registration.
All students who have signed up for SLU 101 Transfer Orientation and attend a SLU
101 session will be eligible to have a meeting with an academic advisor. You will
meet with an academic advisor during your SLU 101 session.
During the SLU 101 Transfer Orientation program you will meet with a representative
from your college's academic advising office who will review your degree requirements
and their policies. After you attend SLU 101, you will also meet individually with
an academic advisor, who will explain to you which courses transferred and which degree
requirements still to be completed. Transfer course evaluations are based on the official transcripts SLU receives. Make sure you inform the academic
advisor of completed coursework or degrees not included on the list of official transfer
credit.
Your advisor will work with you and recommend courses that are appropriate for you
and your degree program. Classes may close out as registration proceeds throughout
the process. Access to courses is on a first-come, first-served basis. If you cannot
register for a class during SLU 101 Transfer Orientation, your advisor will share
with you what options are available.
Parents and other family members are not invited to the advising appointments. It
is an important time for the students to meet with an academic advisors independently
and begin developing a relationship. We recommend that parents/guests during this
appointment participate in other options in the schedule or enjoy exploring the campus.
Yes, placement tests are required for all new students and you can learn more here. Students also have a registration survey to complete. All of this information will
help your academic advisor with your class schedule.
The Department of Housing and Residence Life makes the housing assignments for students living on campus. Housing representatives
will be available during SLU 101 to answer your questions.
Students and guests attending the in-person SLU 101 Transfer sessions (May 30 or July
12) may park in Laclede Parking Garage, located at Grand Boulevard and Laclede Avenue.
Parking is free during the day of your SLU 101 visit.
Please let us know if you are unable to attend. Please contact your admission counselor if you are not able to attend/participate in the program. We appreciate any notice
you can give us so that we can inform the academic advisor and others that may be
expecting you. Transfer SLU 101
What to Expect at Transfer SLU 101
Your Introduction to Life at SLU
During SLU 101, you will:
Registering for SLU 101
SLU 101 Transfer Orientation Sample Schedules
Check-in at Busch Student Center (parking in Laclede Garage)
Welcome and overview of the day
Student Financial Services
Student Success
Campus Safety
Career Services
Student Peer Groups
Alternative presentation for parent/guardians
Academic Advising Overview
Mission Lunch and Campus Resource Fair, followed by:
3-5 p.m.
log on
Welcome and Overview of SLU 101 Program
Peer Group Meetings
Break
Academic Advising Overview
Break
Mission
Resource Room
SLU 101 Leader panel
Next Steps presentation
Career Services drop-in appointments
Placement Testing
SLU 101 Transfer Orientation FAQs