New Student Orientation

One of the best ways to determine if a university is right for you is to visit the campus. The Office of New Student Orientation & Campus Visits offers campus tours to provide students and their families as well as high school and/or community groups a better understanding of campus life.

Are you ready to be a Rattler?

A campus visit is a surefire way to determine if a university is right for you! The tours are run by Orange & Green Guides (OGGs), who are highly knowledgeable about the University, its academic programs, and traditions.

Your OGG will point out places of interest while providing insightful information about the student experience at FAMU. During your guided tour, you will observe the bustling activity of campus, from students chatting on the "Set," studying in the Quad, or grabbing a bite in the 'Orange Room'.

The Student Orientation Program lasts 2 ½ days. Students must attend the entire session. Orientation is MANDATORY for all students! Online Orientation Registration Will Be Available On March 15th

Fall 2025

Fall Freshman Orientation Registration

Summer 2025

Summer Freshman Orientation Registration

2025

Transfer Student Orientation Registration

It's Orientation Time! We're excited to help you slither into this new chapter at FAMU. Get ready to strike up new friendships and coil up with knowledge.

Review Schedule

Schedule of Events

To ensure you make the most of your orientation experience, please review the provided information and the full schedule of events. We’ve got a variety of activities and sessions for students, parents, guardians & family members. Let’s rattle and roll into an amazing start together!

2024

Orientation Leaders

Our team of enthusiastic orientation leaders and supportive staff are here to guide you, answer your questions, and ensure you have a memorable and successful start to your college journey. Get to know the faces who will be with you every step of the way!

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Campus Visits & Tours

Schedule Your FAMU Campus Visit Today!
Campus tours are offered on weekdays throughout each semester excluding holidays and some blackout dates. If you would like to visit in the spring, particularly during the months of March and April, please schedule well in advance as these dates fill up quickly.
Schedule An Engineering Campus Visit Today!
The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering was established as a joint program serving two universities in Tallahassee, Florida: The Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, and The Florida State University. The FAMU-FSU College of Engineering is situated in Innovation Park approximately three miles between the campuses of the two universities it serves. If you would like to visit the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering, you must schedule a separate tour.

More Visitor Resources

FAMU Welcome Center
Whether we have the honor of hosting you for a few hours or a few days, please make the Welcome Center your first stop in the Rattler concierge experience so that our staff will have the pleasure of welcoming you.
FAMU Off-Campus Housing
With our brand-new official off-campus housing website you can search a wide variety of off-campus housing listings, create and view roommate profiles, and post FREE sublet or roommate listings. Plus, our handy resource section has valuable off-campus living tools!