Family Registration & Schedules

Schedule Red: Terp Family Orientation Program

View the Red Schedule here.  ** Please Note: The check-in location for the July 17th program has been changed to the Bioscience Research Building **

Dates: 

• May 29, 2024
• June 5, 2024
• June 10, 2024
• June 12, 2024
• June 20, 2024
• June 24, 2024
• July 10, 2024
• July 17, 2024
• July 22, 2024

The Schedule Red program is an excellent option for family members and supporters of first-year students. It runs on the first day of the two-day, overnight New Student Orientation. This program provides an in-depth overview of the resources and support available to you and your student. It includes:

• Formal presentations from various campus partners
• Lunch at the South Campus Dining Hall
• Academic overview
• Opportunity to attend academic college breakouts
• Terp Family Reception with faculty and staff
• Opportunity to sign-up for the Platinum Tour the following day
• and more!

*Please note: If your student is any of the following "Special" Programs: Honors, Scholars, or Freshmen Connection please view the Schedule Black: Terp Family Orientation Program Overview.

Schedule Black: Terp Family Orientation Program

View the BLACK schedule here.  ** Please Note: The check-in location for the July 15th program has been changed to the Bioscience Research Building **

Dates:

• June 3, 2024 (CP Scholars)
• June 13, 2024 (Honors)
• June 17, 2024 (CP Scholars)
• June 26, 2024 (Honors)
• June 27, 2024 (Freshmen Connection)
• July 8, 2024 (Honors)
• July 15, 2024 (CP Scholars)
• July 24, 2024 (Freshmen Connection)

The Schedule Black program is specifically tailored toward family members and supporters of students who are involved in any of the following programs: Honors, Scholars, or Freshmen Connection. 

This program runs on the first day of the two-day, overnight, Honors, College Park Scholars, and Freshmen Connection New Student Orientations. This program provides an in-depth overview of the resources and support available to you and your student. It includes:

• Formal presentations from various campus partners
• Lunch at the South Campus Dining Hall
• Academic overview
• Opportunity to attend academic college breakouts
• Terp Family Reception with faculty and staff from the specific program
• Opportunity to sign-up for the Platinum Tour the following day
• and more!

Family members and supporters of Freshmen Connection students also have the opportunity to attend a one day session on July 29th and August 19th. If this option interests you, please view the Gold schedule below. 

*Please note: Because these programs are specifically tailored toward the experiences of students in these programs. It is not recommended that family members and supporters of students who are not in these programs attend on these dates. 

Schedule White: Terp Family Orientation

View the WHITE schedule here. 

Dates: 

• June 28, 2024
• July 19, 2024
• July 30, 2024

Whether your student is an incoming first-year or transfer student, our online program is a great option! This flexible program allows you to participate from anywhere, providing valuable resources and insight to assist you in your transition to the Terp Family. 

Sessions will be recorded and sent out to all participants after the program, so even if you cannot attend on the date of the program, you are welcome to sign-up so that you can view the recordings whenever it is most convenient for you. 

Only one family member needs to register for the online programs as you can share the Zoom link with other family members. 

*Please note: If you would like to register for Online Terp Family Orientation, please call our office at 301-314-8217 as registration is not available online.

Schedule Gold: Terp Family Orientation Program

View the GOLD Schedule here. 

Dates:

• May 31, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of Transfer Students)
• June 7, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of Transfer Students)
• July 12, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of Transfer Students)
• July 26, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of Transfer Students)
• July 29, 2024 (Freshmen Connection Family Members & Supporters Only)**
• August 16, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of First Year & Transfer Students)
• August 20, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of First Year & Transfer Students)
• August 21, 2024 (Family Members & Supporters of First Year & Transfer Students)
• August 19, 2024 (Freshmen Connection Family Members & Supporters Only)**

The Schedule Gold program is great for individuals who want a concise yet informative schedule. This program typically runs concurrently with the one-day New Student Orientation Program. Presenters during this program understand that family members and supporters of all students may be present, however we have provided information next to each date of the student population that will be present that day. 

**The only exception to this is on July 29th and August 19th which is only for family members and supporters of students enrolled in the Freshmen Connection program. 

 This program includes:

• Formal presentations from various campus partners
• Lunch at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union
• Comprehensive and in-depth academic overview
• Optional campus resource tours
• and more!

The Platinum Tour occurs on the second day of the Overnight New Student Orientation Programs. These are the day after the Terp Family Schedule Red and Schedule Black program dates. 

Please email us at terpfamilyorientation@umd.edu or call our office at 301.314.8217 with your student's UID number, all participants first and last names, email addresses, and the date you would like to attend to register. 

The dates the Platinum Tour will be provided are listed below.

• 05/30/24
• 06/04/24
• 06/06/24
• 06/11/24
• 06/13/24
• 06/14/24
• 06/18/24
• 06/21/24
• 06/25/24
• 06/27/24
• 06/28/24
• 07/09/24
• 07/11/24
• 07/16/24
• 07/18/24
• 07/23/24
• 07/25/24

There is a $20 fee per attendee for the Platinum Tour. The fee for the Platinum Tour includes the following:

• Lunch at the Adele H. Stamp Student Union w/ some faculty and staff
• Platinum Tour reusable water bottle
• Staffing and facility usage

Participants must cancel 24 hours ahead of the tour to not be charged; refunds will not be issued if canceled within the 24 hours.

To register for the Platinum Tour, call our office at (301)314-8217 or email us at terpfamilyorientation@umd.edu. Please include the following:

• Your student's full name
• Student's 9-digit UID number
• The names of all attendees
• The email addresses of all attendees

To ensure the quality of our tour, we have a limit of 50 participants per program. If the Platinum Tour on the date you are attending Terp Family Orientation is full, you will be given an option to join a waitlist during the Terp Family Orientation program. If current participants cancel their registration, we will let you know that there is room to join us.

Our Platinum Tours are designed especially for family members and supporters of new Terps. These tours provide an excellent opportunity for our new Terp Family members to ask questions, hear from current students, and learn about the many resources UMD offers. Our aim is to foster a close-knit community among family members, which is why we reserve the Platinum Tour exclusively for them.

Students will have ample opportunities to tour the campus during New Student Orientation or Fall Welcome Week (for those participating in an online NSO). To accommodate as many family members as possible, we kindly ask that students refrain from joining the Platinum Tour.

Siblings or younger family members are warmly welcomed to attend. If they are 18 years of age or older, they must be registered participants. Those under 18 are also welcome to join us, but please note that lunch will not be provided.

Terp Family Orientation Fee and Cancellation Policy

There is a $85 fee per attendee for the Terp Family Orientation program. 

This fee covers:

• Cost of meals
• Materials provided during the program
• Parking
• Building locations 

*Please Note: The budget of the Office of Student Orientation and Transition is entirely self-support, meaning we receive no state or institutional funding. This fee is solely intended to offset the cost of all Orientation programs and UNIV100 office operations, professional staff and undergraduate student staff.

Students will not be charged until AFTER they have attend New Student Orientation. Both New Student Orientation and Terp Family Orientation charges will be billed to the student account. Please avoid paying for New Student Orientation and/or Terp Family Orientation until the charge appears on the student account, as paying ahead of time may complicate the payment process. Specific program fees and FAQs regarding fees and payment can be found on our 'Paying for New Student Orientation' page. 

Cancellation Policy

If you no longer wish to attend the Terp Family Orientation Program, please notify us at least 24 hours from the program date, via phone or email.  If family members or supporters do not cancel before that time period we will charge the full amount and no refunds will be processed.

*Please Note: If your Terp Family Orientation Program is on Monday, contact us via email by Sunday and as long as we have record of this we will honor the request and remove any charges associated with the Terp Family Orientation Program.

If you need to reschedule your orientation date, please contact our office at (301) 314-8217 or email us at terpfamilyorientation@umd.edu!

There are two ways to pre-register for our Terp Family Orientation Program:

• Students can register you and any other attendees when they register for New Student Orientation online in their Registration Portal. Please make sure they include all attendees' first and last name and email address when filling out the form!
• Alternatively, you can contact our office at (301)-314-8217 or email us at terpfamilyorientation@umd.edu. When emailing, be sure to include: 
  • Your student's name 
  • Student's 9-digit UID number
  • The first and last name of all attendees
  • The email addresses of all attendees

Note: If it less than 5 business days away from the program you would like to attend, please follow the instructions for on-site registration.

We understand that this is not only a time of transition for your student but for you as well. This program will give you the opportunity to explore the beginning of that transition and how the University can support you and your student. You will have the opportunity to hear from campus partners and resources that play a key role in your student's success at the University of Maryland. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and understand the best way to assist your student as they begin their journey at UMD.

Terp Family Orientation and New Student Orientation are two separate programs. Check-In and Morning Welcome will be held in the same location for both family members and supporters and students. Following the Morning Welcome, students will proceed on with one of our Orientation Advisors to their separate New Student Orientation program. Due to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), family members and supporters are not permitted to attend the New Student Orientation program. We advise you to discuss any concerns or questions that you may have regarding advising and course registration with your student before they attend New Student Orientation, so that they can ask the advising staff and provide you with information after the program.

For more information about the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act please click here!

Meals at Orientation

What is provided?

Morning: Light refreshments, including water, coffee, and granola bars will be available at check-in. We recommend having a hearty breakfast before arriving to the program to keep yourself energized until lunch. 

Lunch: Please see the differences in the programs below

• Schedule Red & Schedule Black: Lunch will be provided during our in-person Terp Family Orientation Program. Participants will eat lunch at the South Campus Dining Hall. Inside of the South Campus Dining Hall, food will be served buffet style. There will be further information during your orientation program. 
• Schedule Gold: Lunch will be provided during our in-person Terp Family Orientation Programs. Participants will eat lunch in the Stamp Student Union. All participants will receive a preloaded Terrapin Express gift card to use at a variety of the Stamp Student Union Food Court locations. There will be further information during your orientation program.

Dietary Restrictions

If you have any dietary restrictions please refer to the following information:

Kosher meals: Once your student registers for a New Student Orientation Program they will fill out a Pre-Orientation Form to prepare for their arrival on campus. Within this form, students can request Kosher meals for themselves and any members attending Terp Family Orientation. Please note that there is separate cost associated with Kosher meals which not be covered in the Orientation fee.

Halal: One of the dining locations at the Stamp Student Union Food Court, Moby Freestyle, serves  Halal. Their summer hours are 11am-3pm.

Allergies: 

Schedule Red & Schedule Black: Inside of the South Campus Dining Hall, Staff has worked hard to help individuals identify foods that contain any of the eight most common allergens. For each item, there will be a card that identifies what the food is and there will be an icon that identifies which, if any, allergens might be present in the food. Please click here for more information. If you have any questions or concerns, dining staff is always available. 

Schedule Gold: The Stamp Student Union houses our campus food court with a variety of options. To find more information about the options available and potential allergens click here!

**If you do not see an option that works for your dietary needs, you can bring your own lunch and we can store it our office refrigerator for you. You will still receive a Terrapin Express card (included with the cost of Orientation) that you or your student can use on campus at a later time for snack, coffee, or shopping at the bookstore!

If you have any questions, email us at terpfamilyorientation@umd.edu

Requesting Accommodations

If you need any accommodations during our Terp Family Program, please contact us directly at terpfamilyorientation@umd.edu. Please keep in mind that some services, such as interpreters, require us to contract out. Therefore, please get in touch with us at least two weeks prior to your orientation date. 

What to bring

• Lot 1 Parking Pass (more information can be found below)
• Cell phone charger/portable battery pack
• Refillable water bottle
• Umbrella/poncho/rain gear
• Notepad/Journal/Tablet - To take notes

Download the UMD Mobile App

The Terp Family Orientation Schedule will be built into the UMD mobile app. Be sure to download the app before arriving to campus for parking information, directions, and a built in schedule. 

The UMD App puts essential campus services right at your fingertips! It gives quick access to vital campus services, and offers a view that’s custom to you:

• Interactive Map: Find lecture halls, libraries, cafes, and more
• Direct access to our website
• Access to our Terp Family Resource Guide

Plan Your Route

The University of Maryland currently has significant construction due to the Purple Line Project.  Our goal is to provide you with the appropriate resources to ensure your arrival on campus is as smooth as possible. Please remember that construction updates are ever changing and may provide additional challenges to your visit.  This page will include the most up to date information you will need to know as you visit us on campus.  

Please use caution when entering campus and allow yourself more time to navigate to your destination than usual.

Access to campus is changing daily with the construction occurring from the Purple Line project. We strongly encourage you to use the University Blvd/Stadium Drive entrance at the BACK OF CAMPUS for easiest access to Lot 1d for NSO parking. The University Blvd/Stadium Drive Entrance is located by Clarice Performing Arts Center. Please do not utilize the Route 1/Campus Drive main entrance of campus for your Terp Family Orientation Session.

Parking

Click here for the Parking Pass

We will have a few on-site if necessary but we encourage printing beforehand!

New Student Orientation attendees will park in Lot 1, however we recommend to park in Lot 1d, which will be clearly marked with yellow Orientation flags, during their sessions.  The easiest way to arrive is through the back of campus from Stadium Drive. If you search for “Lot 1d” in your navigation maps, it will direct you to the appropriate parking. Please print your NSO parking pass before arriving to campus and display it in your vehicle during your stay. 

Parking Advisories

• Lot 1 are located near 1c, Z, JJ2, JJ3 and Lot 3. Please ensure that you are parking in Lot 1d only. There will be parking signage located in the lots to let you know you are in the right space
• The Orientation parking permit is not valid at meters or parking garages 
• Vehicles without permits may be cited
• Please utilize the “Orientation Parking” signs around campus and park near the yellow flags designated for Orientation parking

Check-In

A confirmation email with more detailed instructions, including check-in location, about a week prior to your scheduled Terp Family Orientation.

Check-in for all programs begins at 8:00am. However, please leave yourself time to navigate campus. While we encourage you to arrive as early as possible, please make sure you check in before 8:20am. Students will check in separately at Elkton Hall and join you later at the Alumni Center.

Parking

Click here for the parking pass. 

Please print one before arriving to campus, we will have a few available on-campus, just in case. 

New Student Orientation and Terp Family Orientation attendees will park in Lot1. We recommend parking in Lot 1d, as it is the easiest to find and marked with yellow Orientation flags. Make sure to print out a parking permit and place it in your dashboard. Look for the New Student Orientation parking flags and signs once you enter campus through the recommended routes mentioned in Navigating to Campus above.

Getting to Campus

Please arrive at campus for on the date of the program you would like to attend at 8 a.m. The University of Maryland currently has significant construction due to the Purple Line Project. Please make sure you use the campus entrances on University Boulevard (Maryland Route 193) at the intersection with Stadium Drive (near The Clarice). 

What to bring

1. Cell phone charger/portable battery pack
2. Refillable water bottle
3. Umbrella/poncho/rain gear
4. Sweater/Jacket - the rooms are cold!