Register for New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation is your academic and social orientation to Boise State, and where you will register for your first semester of courses. We encourage you to attend an Honors-focused orientation on June 16, 22, 24, or 29, but it is not mandatory. Honors College staff will be available at all orientation dates. For up-to-date information, please visit the 2026 orientation webpage.
How to Register:
- You must complete your Intent to Enroll before you apply for on-campus housing and sign up for a New Student Orientation Program. Once you have submitted your Intent to Enroll and received confirmation, you can check your email for a link to log-in with your Boise State username and passphrase from my.boisestate.edu.
- Honors students have priority registration for orientation starting March 13 at 10:00am. In order to register, your Intent to Enroll must be complete. NOTE: If you register on March 13, you must follow the link provided in your Boise State email from New Student Orientation.Â
- Choose a program that works with your summer schedule. If it works for your schedule, we recommend attending the honors-focused orientations on either June 16, 22, 24, or 29; however, know that you will receive Honors College support at whichever orientation you choose.
Attend Orientation
Honors Breakout Session
During orientation you should attend an Honors Breakout Session. This is your chance to meet other Honors students and receive Honors-specific program information, including course requirements.
Course Registration
During course registration, you will enroll in HONORS 198, a required, one-credit course. Honors advisors will partner with advisors from your major to assist you in registering for fall courses.
(Optional) Parent and Family Q&A
During this session, your parents and family can connect with Honors staff to learn more about what you will experience in the Honors College and how to support you throughout your time at Boise State.
Early Move-In
If you are living on campus (any residence hall), you will move in one day before the opening of the residence halls. Arrangements for early move-in have been made by the Honors College. We will update this page with more information when it becomes available.
You will receive detailed information to your Boise State email about early move-in (including times and parking) by Friday, August 7.
Honors Welcome Program
The Honors Welcome Program is a two-day event that will be held during the week of August 17. It is a requirement of HONORS 198 and introduces you to the Honors curriculum, staff, and fellow Honors students. Students must attend the full program. You will receive more information as soon as it becomes available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does priority registration for New Student Orientation mean?
This means that if your Intent to Enroll is completed, you will be able to start signing up for New Student Orientation on Friday, March 13. This is one day prior to other students.
What if I can’t attend an Honors-focused orientation?
While we highly recommend you attend an Honors-focused orientation, it is not required. The Honors-focused orientations will provide an opportunity for additional Honors specific programming and an opportunity to connect with other Honors students. We anticipate over 70% of our incoming first year cohort will be at these orientation dates.
Do I have to live in the Honors College residence hall?
No. You can live in any of the residence halls across campus or in off-campus housing. If it works for you, we highly recommend living in the Honors College residence hall, since it will give you easiest access to the Honors community.
If you submit your housing application by May 1 and select the Honors residence hall as your first choice, you will receive priority placement. If more students apply than there are spaces available, community assignments will be based on a lottery system; however, Boise State guarantees on-campus housing for first-year students. If you are assigned to a different residence hall, you can contact university housing to be placed on a Honors waitlist in case rooms become available.
Do I have to live in the Honors College residence hall to receive early move-in?
No. All Honors students that are attending the Welcome Program and living on campus will be able to move in early.
How do I arrange early move-in?
You do not need to do anything to arrange early move-in. The Honors College will coordinate with Housing on your behalf.
What time can I start moving in?
You will be able to pre-register for a move-in time that best fits your schedule. University Housing will communicate the registration process with you in early August. At that point you will receive detailed parking instructions and check-in information.
What if I need to move in prior to Tuesday, August 18?
If you need to move in prior to Tuesday, August 18, you will need to contact Housing to arrange an earlier date or visit their Early Arrival Move-In page. You are responsible for all early move-in costs prior to Tuesday, August 18. You can contact Housing at (208) 447-1001 or housing@boisestate.edu.
What items are allowed in the residence halls?
Check out the Housing website for all information related to move-in and what is allowed in the residence halls! If you have any further questions, you can contact Housing at (208)447-1001 or housing@boisestate.edu.
Is the Welcome Program required even if I don’t live on campus?
Yes. Attending the Honors Welcome Program is required for all students new to the Honors College.Â
What is the Welcome Program?
The Welcome Program is a graded Honors 198 requirement for all students new to the Honors College. Attending the Welcome Program includes participating in all events, even meal times. The program is designed to inform, challenge, and introduce you to the Honors curriculum and community. Expect to have a lot of fun and to meet a lot of new people; however, do not expect a lot of free time. We maximize our time with you by having a full schedule. A detailed schedule will be sent out by August 7.
Is the Welcome Program just for students? Or are families invited to participate?
The Welcome Program is for students only. Parents are free to travel back home or stick around to enjoy Boise for a couple of days.