Students have the option of attending drive-in or extended orientations.
The extended orientations offer an overnight stay that includes a campus and city tour, a personalized preview of class schedules, and entertainment. Students attending the orientations will receive their ID card and personal identification number. They also will receive academic advising and will have the opportunity to register for fall semester classes. Students and their parents are invited to attend interest sessions that cover studying techniques, financial aid, campus life and other NMSU services. At least 500 incoming students are expected to attend each extended orientation.