Orientation 2024

Your Raider Story Starts Here!

Orientation is a day-long program where you will have the opportunity to explore:

• The Rivier Campus
• Academics and Core Curriculum
• Accessing Your Class Schedule
• Campus Support Services
• Life Outside of the Classroom
• Financing a Raider Education
• Steps You Need to Complete Before Classes Start

Orientation Dates and Registration

Student Orientation Dates—Choose the session that works best for you! Registration opens on Monday, April 7.

First Time Students: Monday, June 23 (day-long program and includes optional overnight)

Transfer Students: Wednesday, June 25 (half-day program)

First Time Students: Thursday, June 26 (day-long program only)

Registering for an Orientation session

Step 1:  Select your preferred orientation session once registration opens on Monday, April 7.

Step 2:  Click the “Sign-in” button under the sessions listing.

Step 3:  Select “Rivier University Login,” and log in with your Rivier email and password. Please note if you recently deposited, it takes 24 business hours to activate.

Step 4:  Select your session and complete the necessary information.

If you have any questions or need additional assistance registering, please contact the Office of Student Engagement at (603) 897-8254 or orientation@rivier.edu. Please note that students need to be deposited to register.

Have a Question? 

More information often leads to more questions. We’re happy to help! Email your questions to us at orientation@rivier.edu, or call the Office of Student Engagement at (603) 897-8254.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to attend the Orientation?

• Yes! All incoming first-year residential and commuter students are required to attend new student orientation. Please contact the Office of Student Engagement for more information at (603) 897-8254 or orientation@rivier.edu if you are unable to attend in person.

How do I create my RIVNET account?

• Please go to www.rivier.edu/accountrequest to establish your account.

Do I need to register for classes before orientation?

• No. As a first-year student, you will be enrolled in first-semester classes by your academic and career advisor based on the information you supplied to the Office of Admissions. For all subsequent semesters, you will register yourself.

How do I access my student health portal?

• Please login to Campus Groups to access the student health portal. Both resident and commuter students will need to submit information.

When does orientation registration open?

• Registration opens to the public on Monday, April 7.