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Welcome to UMSON! We're excited to meet you!

You’re officially on your way to joining the University of Maryland School of Nursing community. Orientation is the perfect opportunity for us to get to know each other and help you start strong!

Your UMSON Orientation will introduce you to everything you need to succeed in your nursing program! Explore detailed orientation information specific to your program below.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the UMSON family and help you start this exciting journey! Stay tuned for updates, and don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.

Orientation Activities by Program

BSN Students Enrolled at UMSON Baltimore

You are required to attend both UMSON 101 AND the in-person Pathway to Nursing Orientation.

Spring 2026

UMSON 101 (virtual, attendance required)

Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025
1 - 5 p.m.
Online

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In-Person Pathway to Nursing Orientation (attendance required)

Wednesday, Jan. 7 - Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
UMSON
655 W. Lombard St.

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Welcome Ceremony

Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026
UMSON
655 W. Lombard St.
Auditorium, Room 130

Watch the Livestream


Meeting ID: 989 2420 4971
Passcode: 114123

Pathways to Nursing Agenda

BSN Students Enrolled at the Universities at Shady Grove

You are required to attend both the in-person UMSON 101 AND the in-person Pathway to Nursing Orientation.

Spring 2026

In-Person UMSON 101 (attendance required)

Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Universities at Shady Grove
Building I, Room 134 (Auditorium)

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In-Person Pathway to Nursing Orientation (attendance required)

Tuesday, Jan. 6 - Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Universities at Shady Grove
Building II, Room 1422 (Ballroom)

Welcome Ceremony

Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026
Universities at Shady Grove
Building II, Room 1422 (Multipurpose Room)

Watch the Livestream


Meeting ID: 382 128 3724

Pathways to Nursing Agenda

RN-to-BSN/MSN Students

You are required to complete/attend all orientations.

Spring 2026

Self-Paced Online Orientation

Our online orientation will ensure you're familiar with the resources you'll need to be successful during your nursing education.

Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation

UMSON Virtual Orientation

Monday, Jan. 5, 4 - 6 p.m.

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MSN-E Students

You are required to attend both UMSON 101 AND the in-person Pathway to Nursing Orientation.

Spring 2026

UMSON 101 (virtual, attendance required)

Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025
1 - 4 p.m.
Online

Join Now

In-Person Pathway to Nursing Orientation (attendance required)

Wednesday, Jan. 7 - Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
UMSON
655 W. Lombard St.

Campus Map

Welcome Ceremony

Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026
UMSON
655 W. Lombard St.
Auditorium, Room 130

Watch the Livestream


Meeting ID: 989 2420 4971
Passcode: 114123

Pathways to Nursing Agenda

MSN Students

You are required to complete/attend all orientations.

Spring 2026

Self-Paced Online Orientation

Our online orientation will ensure you're familiar with the resources you'll need to be successful during your nursing education.

Begin the Self-Paced Online Orientation

UMSON Virtual Orientation

Monday, Jan. 5, 4 - 6 p.m.

Join Now

DNP Students

Summer and Fall 2026 DNP Specialties Orientation

All students admitted to the DNP Specialties programs for Summer and Fall 2026 are expected to attend orientation. Orientation will cover program expectations, academic planning, clinical requirements, and student resources. Please bring your laptop.

Baltimore Campus Orientation
For students admitted to the Baltimore campus

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
10:00 a.m. -  1 p.m. (Check-in at 9:30 a.m.)

655 W. Lombard Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

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Shady Grove Campus Orientation
For Family Nurse Practitioner students admitted to the Shady Grove campus

Wednesday, May 20, 2026
10 a.m. – noon

Universities at Shady Grove
Building IV, Room 4308
9631 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850

Get directions and transportation.

Additional Campus Orientation Opportunity (Hosted by UMB)

For Spring 2026 Admitted Students

In addition to your required UMSON Orientation, the University of Maryland, Baltimore will host a virtual campus-wide orientation for all new Spring 2026 admitted students.

This event provides an overview of university-level resources and services available to all UMB students, including:

  • Student health and wellness programs
  • Financial aid and student accounts
  • Campus safety and student support resources
  • Technology and library services

Event Details

  • Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
  • Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
  • Format: Virtual 

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Attendance at the UMB Orientation is encouraged, as it complements your UMSON program orientation by helping you become familiar with the broader UMB community and campus resources.