International Student Orientation

Congratulations on your acceptance to UNCP! We’re thrilled to welcome you to BraveNation — your new home away from home. At New Student Programs, we’re here to support you every step of the way. As a new international student, you’ll take part in New Student Orientation, a required experience designed to help you thrive both in the classroom and your new community. We can’t wait to meet you and help you start this exciting journey!

Spring Orientation Dates:

All international students are required to check in with the Office of Global Engagement.

Friday: January 9, 2026 (8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.)

Please note: All reservations are made under the student’s name and student ID Banner number. Prior to registering it is very important to check your dates! Many students register for orientation without considering important dates like graduation rehearsals and vacations.

Orientation Fee Specifics:

• FRESHMEN students will have their $225 orientation fee placed on their student account.

• TRANSFER students will have their $100 orientation fee placed on their student account. 

Should you have questions, please contact New Student Orientation at 910.521.6243 or 910.521.6662. You may also email at orientation@uncp.edu.

  1. Log into The NEST Orientation Portal using your BraveWeb credentials. Follow our Registration Guide
  2. Click on “Reserve your Orientation Session” button.
  3. Follow the instructions and register for your orientation session.
  4. Please make sure you submit your registration.

Please note: You can only change your orientation date once (if the session you want to move into is open). To change your date, please email orientation@uncp.edu.

Register Now!

Family/Guest Registration

Family reservations require a $60 non-refundable payment for each person. There is a maximum of two family members and/or guests per student. This fee must be paid at the time of your reservation. 

Contact Us

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Todd Allen

Director of New Student Programs


910.775.4526
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Sharon Blue

Coordinator, New Student Orientation


910.521.6662
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Jerri Chavis

Administrative Support Associate


910.521.6243