Orientation
We're excited to meet you!
Now that you're on your way to UMSON, it's time for us to get to know each other better.
What is orientation?
Orientation is designed to familiarize you with UMSON. You'll learn about essential policies and procedures, as well as resources available to you.
Upcoming Orientation Activities
BSN Students Enrolled at UMSON Baltimore
You are required to attend in-person UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientations.
Spring 2025
In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)
Dec. 3, 2024
9 a.m. - noon
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Jan. 15 - Jan. 16, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
UMB New Student Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Jan. 16, 2025
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
BSN Students Enrolled at the Universities at Shady Grove
You are required to attend in-person UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientations.
Spring 2025
In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)
Dec. 4, 2024
12:30 - 5 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Jan. 13 - 14, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Campus Map
UMB New Student Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Jan. 14, 2025
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
RN-to-BSN Students
Online Orientation:
Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation
Virtual Orientation:
Jan. 13, 2024
4 - 6 p.m.
MSN-E Students
You are required to attend in-person UMSON 101 AND in-person Orientations.
Spring 2025
In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)
Dec. 5, 2024
1 - 4 p.m.
Pathway to Nursing In-Person Orientation (attendance required)
Jan. 15 - Jan. 16, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
UMB New Student Orientation
Welcome Ceremony
Jan. 16, 2025
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
MSN Students
You are required to complete the self-paced online orientation and attend a specialty session.
UMB New Student Orientation (Community/Public Health Nursing)
Self-Paced Online Orientation (Nursing Leadership and Management and Nursing Informatics)
Our online orientation will ensure you're familiar with the resources you'll need to be successful during your nursing education.
Virtual Orientation (All Specialties)
Jan. 13, 2024
4 - 6 p.m.
DNP Students
You are required to attend a specialty session and attend orientation.
UMB New Student Orientation
PhD Students
You will receive more information about orientation from the Graduate School.