campuslabryinthMILITARY SERVICE MEMBERS & VETERANS

If you have applied to The University of Akron, but have not received your admission, please visit The Office of Admissions.

If you have been admitted and have not yet confirmed your enrollment, please visit the Accepted Students' page for your next steps.

New Student Orientation: Military Service Members & Veterans

Members of military service and veterans can fall into many of our different student populations. Please narrow down your population by clicking on the appropriate drop-down option below: 

Freshman orientation – freshman orientation is a full-day program on campus, during which you will learn about life at UA, meet with your academic advisor, schedule classes, and meet fellow incoming Zips! We have a breakout session at the conclusion of the program for military service members and veterans to visit with the Military Services Center to ensure everything is in order for the start of your college career. Please visit our freshmen orientation page for more information about the day!

Transfer orientation – transfer orientation is completed online. At the conclusion of the online orientation, military service members and veterans have the opportunity to request a connection with the Military Services Center to ensure everything is in order for you to continue your college career at UA. Please visit our transfer orientation page for pre-orientation and post-orientation checklists.

Adult orientation – adult orientation is completed online. At the conclusion of the online orientation, military service members and veterans have the opportunity to request a connection with the Military Services Center to ensure everything is in order for the start of your college career. Please visit our adult orientation page for pre-orientation and post-orientation checklists.

The Military Services Center is the best place to start with any questions you may have! Please make sure to visit uakron.edu/veterans for important information about educational benefits, enrollment certification, and additional resources.

Thank you for your service, and welcome to the Akron Zips family!


New Student Orientation

The University of Akron

Office of New Student Orientation

Simmons Hall 201

Akron, OH 44325-4716

Phone: 330-972-2622

Text: 330-574-6553

Fax: 330-972-5278
Email: nso@uakron.edu