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Your first step to starting at Ferris State this spring is orientation. You'll get started online and finish on campus. Classes start on January 13. Get started now!</p> <p> </p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r2-admitted-student-open-house-20240301-01.webp" alt="Student posing with Brutus the Bulldog mascot on the campus of Ferris State University in Big Rapids MI" width="1200" height="726"></p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardContainer-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle"><span style="font-family: Font Awesome 6 Pro;"><span style="color: #ba0c2f; font-family: utopia-std; font-style: italic; text-transform: none;">Step 1</span><br>Your Account</span></h2> <p><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1394" height="26"></p> <p>To get started, you need to setup your Ferris State account. First, get your <a href="https://wwws.ferris.edu/it/ferrisusername/">username and password</a>, then check our <a href="https://ithelp.ferris.edu/TDClient/83/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=516">password assistance page</a> or call our help desk at (231) 591-4822 to update your password.</p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle"><span style="font-family: Font Awesome 6 Pro;"><span style="color: #ba0c2f; font-family: utopia-std; font-style: italic; text-transform: none;">Step 2</span><br>Online Orientation</span></h2> <p><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1394" height="26"></p> <p>Get started with online orientation! You'll learn the basics and get ready to continue your adventure on campus during in-person orientation.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="https://orientation.ferris.edu/" target="_blank">Start Now</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle"><span style="font-family: Font Awesome 6 Pro;"><span style="color: #ba0c2f; font-family: utopia-std; font-style: italic; text-transform: none;">Step 3</span><br>On-Campus Orientation</span></h2> <p><span style="font-family: Font Awesome 6 Pro;"><strong><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1394" height="26"></strong></span></p> <p>Now that you know the basics, it's time to schedule your on-campus orientation experience. You'll spend the whole on our campus, exploring and meeting other new Bulldogs.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="https://wwws.ferris.edu/admissions/orientation/index.cfm" target="_blank">Register Now</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Ask<br>Questions</h2> <p><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1394" height="26"></p> <p>We're always here to help. Give us a shout if you run into any issues with orientation.</p> <p><em class="fas fa-envelope" aria-hidden="true">   </em><a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7639041f13180217021f191836301304041f0558131203"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="b9f6cbd0dcd7cdd8cdd0d6d7f9ffdccbcbd0ca97dcddcc">[email protected]</span></a><br><em class="fas fa-phone" aria-hidden="true">   </em>(231) 591-3971</p> </div> </div> </div> <div data-id="454faca1-20ce-48fe-b4e2-c0675b8885ed" data-modern-campus-p13n-account="a88b1cd4-f37b-4507-9412-1aa005c1d87d" data-modern-campus-p13n-type="Block" data-modern-campus-p13n-based-on="Segment"> <div hidden data-id="454faca1-20ce-48fe-b4e2-c0675b8885ed-default"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-student-20221212-01.jpg" alt="Students at the Rec Center on the campus of Ferris State University in Big Rapids MI" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet an Expert</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <p>Bring your questions to a virtual meeting with one of our Ferris experts. From everything you need to know about the application process to questions about majors, campus resources, and more, our experts can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="https://calendly.com/ferris-admissions/" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-01">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="8cdf2815-81af-4bdc-86bb-613ef1b1b92f"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-aniesa-williams-20230123.jpg" alt="Aniesa Williams" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Aniesa</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Aniesa is an expert in all things Ferris and she's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, campus resources, and more, Aniesa can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/willa231" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-02">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="b95b0e65-55f6-4648-bde4-119532d4d349"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-carlton-thompson-20230123.jpg" alt="Carl Thompson" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Carl</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Carl is an expert in all things Ferris and he's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, campus resources, and more, Carl can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/thompc41" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-03">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="80862b99-fd9e-4ad2-b4dc-7c17d47244fc"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-deb-savides-20230123.jpg" alt="Deb Savides" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Deb</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Deb is an expert in all things Ferris and she's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, campus resources, and more, Deb can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/deb-savides" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-04">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="3f1c89f9-2a9e-4cfd-a7cf-aa0f3bd186ff"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-jeff-stewart-20230123.jpg" alt="Jeff Stewart" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Jeff</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Jeff is an expert in all things Ferris and he's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, campus resources, and more, Jeff can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/stewaj10" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-05">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="1671497b-f8c6-4095-a434-a84d04fb0e85"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-sean-allen-20230123.jpg" alt="Sean Allen" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Sean</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Sean is an expert in all things Ferris and he's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, campus resources, and more, Sean can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/seanmallen" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-07">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="2abc6f2b-02e9-4f1e-a8da-7da8e85441f3"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-shari-chamerlain-20230123.jpg" alt="Shari Chamberlain" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Shari</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Shari is an expert in all things Ferris and she's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, transfer credit, and more, Shari can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/sharichamberlain" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-10">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="ef6d97e5-2af6-4b5d-9420-c7d84c2126ce"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-toni-taylor-20230123.jpg" alt="Toni Taylor" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Toni</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Toni is an expert in all things Ferris and she's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, transfer credit, and more, Toni can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/tonitaylor" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-08">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div hidden data-id="92d4c418-33dc-4ad2-a574-7c5298fcb92d"> <div class="ferrisFlex-Two-simple"> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexBigColumn"> <p><img src="/images/r4-recruiter-tyrell-austin-20230123.jpg" alt="Tyrell Austin" width="1200" height="725"></p> </div> <div class="ferrisFlexObject-Two-simple ferrisFlexSmallColumn"> <h2 class="calloutTextNoTriangle">Meet Tyrell</h2> <p><img src="/_resources20/images/Icons/fwd-together-border-01.png" alt="decorative border" width="1920" height="47"></p> <h2>One-on-one Virtual Help</h2> <p>Tyrell is an expert in all things Ferris and he's here to help you. From the application process to questions about majors, transfer credit, and more, Tyrell can help you explore every aspect of life as a Bulldog.</p> <p><a class="cta-button" href="http://www.calendly.com/tyrellaustin" target="_blank" data-personalizedcontent="20230112-09">Schedule Now</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <h2>Upcoming On-Campus Orientation Dates</h2> <p><a class="readmore" href="https://connect.ferris.edu/portal/ferris_events_portal" target="_blank">See all on-campus orientation dates</a></p> <h2 class="calloutText">New Student Checklist</h2> <div class="interiorContentCardContainer-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <ul class="fa-ul fa-header" style="margin: 0 0 0 2em;"> <li><span class="fa-li"><em class="fas fa-dollar-sign"> </em></span> <h3 style="margin: 0 0 0 0;">Submit Your FAFSA</h3> </li> </ul> <p><img src="/images/simple-gradient-border.png" alt="Simple gradient border" width="1689" height="34"></p> <p>Submit your FAFSA right away. You'll need our school code: <em>002260</em>.</p> <p><a class="readmore" href="https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa" target="_blank">Launch FAFSA</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <ul class="fa-ul fa-header" style="margin: 0 0 0 2em;"> <li><span class="fa-li"><em class="fas fa-sign-in-alt"> </em></span> <h3 style="margin: 0 0 0 0;">Log in to Ferris360</h3> </li> </ul> <p><img src="/images/simple-gradient-border.png" alt="Simple gradient border" width="1689" height="34"></p> <p>Log in to Ferris360 to gain access to your student account.</p> <p><a class="readmore" href="/admissions/financialaid/Tutorials/Ferris360Login.htm">Set Up Your Account</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <ul class="fa-ul fa-header" style="margin: 0 0 0 2em;"> <li><span class="fa-li"><em class="fas fa-life-ring"> </em></span> <h3 style="margin: 0 0 0 0;">Online Orientation</h3> </li> </ul> <p><img src="/images/simple-gradient-border.png" alt="Simple gradient border" width="1689" height="34"></p> <p>Get to know Ferris. Online orientation is required for all new students.</p> <p><a class="readmore" href="https://orientation.ferris.edu/" target="_blank">Start Online Orientation</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <ul class="fa-ul fa-header" style="margin: 0 0 0 2em;"> <li><span class="fa-li"><em class="fas fa-home"> </em></span> <h3 style="margin: 0 0 0 0;">Housing Options</h3> </li> </ul> <p><img src="/images/simple-gradient-border.png" alt="Simple gradient border" width="1689" height="34"></p> <p>Confirm your housing and dining options as soon as possible.</p> <p><a class="readmore" href="/student-life/housing-dining-guide/index.htm">Explore Housing & Dining</a></p> </div> </div>  <div class="interiorContentCardItem-twoColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <ul class="fa-ul fa-header" style="margin: 0 0 0 2em;"> <li><span class="fa-li"><em class="fas fa-calendar"> </em></span> <h3 style="margin: 0 0 0 0;">First Day of Classes</h3> </li> </ul> <p><img src="/images/simple-gradient-border.png" alt="Simple gradient border" width="1689" height="34"></p> <p>We can't wait to see you here!</p> <p><span class="person-name">Spring:</span> Jan. 13<br><span class="person-name">Summer:</span> May 20<br><span class="person-name">Fall:</span> Aug. 25</p> </div> </div> </div> <p> </p> <h2 class="calloutText">More Ways to Prepare</h2> <div class="interiorContentCardContainer-threeColumn"> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-threeColumn"><img src="/images/basic-student-success-hubs-application-help-20230531-01.jpg" alt="Sample - make sure to change"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2>Housing</h2> <p><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1291" height="24"></p> <p>If you're required to live on campus, you will need to make sure to apply for housing before you can register for classes. Head to MyHousing to get started. You can find it in the <a href="https://360.ferris.edu/search/housing#tool" target="_blank">Housing section of Ferris360 Tools</a>.</p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-threeColumn"><img src="/images/basic-student-success-hubs-refresh-20230531-01.jpg" alt="Sample - make sure to change" width="1200" height="600"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2>Billing</h2> <p><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1291" height="24"></p> <p>You will find your student bill in <a href="https://360.ferris.edu/pages/paying-your-student-bill" target="_blank">Ferris360</a>. You will be notified at your Ferris email address of new statements. If you want your family to see your bill and make payments, make sure to add them as an authorized user.</p> </div> </div> <div class="interiorContentCardItem-threeColumn"><img src="/images/basic-student-success-hubs-more-20230531-01.jpg" alt="Sample - make sure to change" width="306" height="153"> <div class="interiorContentCardText"> <h2>Student ID</h2> <p><img src="/images/graphic-border-gradient-black-20230531.png" alt="Decorative border" width="1291" height="24"></p> <p>Your Ferris ID has superpowers. Check out books, attend events, access the rec center, and receive student discounts at local businesses. You can pick up your ID at the <a href="/administration/businessoffice/timme.htm">Student Service Center</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div> <h2 class="calloutText">Orientation FAQ</h2> <div class="button-accordion" data-allow-multiple=""> <div class="accordion-button-wrapper"><button id="accordiond19e706id" class="button-accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="sectd19e706"><span class="button-accordion-title">Paying your orientation fee</span></button></div> <div id="sectd19e706" class="Accordion-panel" role="region" hidden="" aria-labelledby="accordiond19e706id"> <p>You will find info on paying orientation fee in the online orientation. You can also find more information on our <a href="/orientation/orientation-fee.htm">fee page</a>.</p> <p>Not ready to pay? No worries! You can add your orientation fee to your first semester bill.</p> <h3>Orientation Fee Refund</h3> <p>A refund of the enrollment fee will be made when notice of cancellation is received by the Admissions Office in writing no later than June 1 for Fall semester enrollees or 30 days prior to the registration date for Spring or Summer semester enrollees.</p> <p>Cancellation after the deadline for any semester will result in forfeiture of the enrollment fee.</p> </div> <div class="accordion-button-wrapper"><button id="accordiond19e729id" class="button-accordion-trigger" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="sectd19e729"><span class="button-accordion-title">Parking on campus</span></button></div> <div id="sectd19e729" class="Accordion-panel" role="region" hidden="" aria-labelledby="accordiond19e729id"> <p>You are eligible to have a motor vehicle on campus, as long you register it with our Department of Public Safety. <a href="https://360.ferris.edu/search/parking%20permit#tool" target="_blank">Head to Ferris360 to register for a parking permit</a>. 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