Office of First Year Success | Oklahoma State University

Your Success Begins with Connections

We're here to help you get started at Oklahoma State University!

The Office of First Year Success provides the tools and resources you need to succeed. Beginning with your orientation experience, through your first year, we have you covered.

Refer a First-Year Student

Program information for:

Freshman Students Transfer Students International Students

Register for orientation and enrollment

Orientation and enrollment is your first step to joining the Cowboy family and is required for each new student. Find a freshman or transfer program date that best fits your schedule. Sign up for orientation via your application portal here!

Application Portal

First Year Resources

The Office of First Year Success helps you be your personal best during your first year. We’re available to brainstorm ideas that work for your unique personality, needs, and situation. You’ll leave our office with achievable, sustainable plans to help you with the personal and financial challenges of college life. Once you are enrolled as an OSU student, you can schedule an appointment with our team using the Star System. After logging in, select the blue "get advising" button, select First Year Success and select your financial planning counselor or campus connection coach.

Make An Appointment

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