Transfer Orientation

As a new student, you may have a few questions about transitioning to life at Oakland. We’re here to help by providing you with the essential information you need in the Transfer Student Golden Grizzly Guide. This guide serves as your main resource for all things OU. Visit the Transfer Student Golden Grizzly Guide to get started.

Here you will find information about:

• Transferring credits to OU
• Financial aid and scholarship details
• The cost of tuition and how to set up payments
• Campus resources and services to support your success
• Student involvement opportunities

Your next step before scheduling your orientation is to activate your personal OU accounts.

Click on the NetID Activation page and follow each step to get set up. Your student account (NetID) is important because it serves as the gateway to accessing University information and allows you to:

• Review financial aid awards and requirements, direct deposit and billing (eBill) notifications
• Accept University scholarships (if applicable)
• Register for your orientation program (if applicable)
• Complete an application to live on campus (if applicable)
• Check your OU email (Webmail) and calendar, powered by Google
• Access student services including grades, registration for courses and transcripts

After taking some time to get to know OU using our Transfer Golden Grizzly Guide and activating your accounts using instructions on the the NetID Activation page, you will need to click on the Sign-Up For Transfer Student Orientation page to schedule your orientation and follow the instructions outlined. 

All new students are required to attend New Student Welcome. We can't wait for you to join us on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. 

Scheduled activities include:

• Academic Open Houses
• New Student Convocation
• Welcome Week Activities

For questions, reach us at gold@oakland.edu or call us at (248) 370-GOLD.