New Student Orientation is a mandatory, two-step process for all incoming students. Orientation is an exciting part of transitioning to college life and an important part of becoming a student at CSU Bakersfield. Join us to explore the academic, cultural, and social opportunities on campus and within the ‘runner community! We can’t wait to see you!
Step 1: Online Orientation
The Online Orientation will help you become familiar with the campus policies and procedures, academic programs, valuable resources, and understand what is expected from you as a student at CSUB. The orientation will take approximately 45 – 60 minutes to complete and must be completed prior to attending your Runner Rundown. You can complete it at your own pace, stop at any time, and pick up where you left off. You will be able to access the Online Orientation on your myCSUB portal To Do List as New Student Orientation-Step 1 beginning May 2024.
Step 2: Runner Rundown
Runner Rundown is a more robust and engaging program that will provide you with the opportunity to tour the campus, interact with students, staff and faculty, become familiar with college life and learn more about the programs and services that will help you succeed at CSUB. Runner Rundown will be offered on campus and virtually via zoom, you will be able to select a date based on your preference. You will be able to register online through your myCSUB To Do List as New Student Orientation-Step 2 beginning May 2024.
Date |
Class Level |
Location |
Time |
Registration Opens |
---|---|---|---|---|
July 10, 2024 |
First Time Freshman |
CSUB Campus |
8:00am-4:00pm |
May 2024 |
July 11, 2024 |
Transfer |
CSUB Campus |
8:00am-4:00pm |
May 2024 |
July 24, 2024 |
First Time Freshman |
CSUB Campus |
8:00am-4:00pm |
May 2024 |
July 25, 2024 |
Transfer |
CSUB Campus |
8:00am-4:00pm |
May 2024 |
August 7, 2024 |
First Time Freshman |
Zoom |
8:30am-2:30pm |
May 2024 |
August 8, 2024 |
Transfer |
Zoom |
8:30am-2:30pm |
May 2024 |
Important things to know about Runner Rundown:
- You must be admitted to CSUB and have completed your Intent to Enroll on your myCSUB portal to attend Runner Rundown.
- Late registration and walk-ins will not be permitted, all students must register for orientation prior to attending.
- No guests or children are allowed, orientation is strictly for incoming students.
- There is a $25 non-refundable rescheduling fee once registration is submitted.
- Once you register for orientation, you are responsible for the orientation fee. If you are unable to attend orientation or change your mind about attending CSUB, you must contact the New Student and Family Programs Department to cancel your registration.
- There Runner Rundown New Student Orientation fee is mandatory for all new students. The fee is billed to all new undergraduate students at CSU Bakersfield. The fee is separate from and in addition to other deposits, registration fees and tuition.
- All Antelope Valley students please view further details regarding orientation.