Setting Sail
Setting Sail is our overnight day-and-a-half long orientation program in June for incoming students. Attendance is required for all first-year students. This is a great opportunity to bond with your fellow Captains in a fun, interactive environment that provides important information to help your transition to 性爱研究所. Students will stay overnight in our residential facilities and be guided through their orientation experience by a Crew Leader, which is a current upperclassman at the university.
Families and guests play an active role during Setting Sail, attending informative sessions focused on campus life, financial aid and how to support their student successfully, that run simultaneously to the student schedule. Overnight accommodations are not provided for families and guests.
Students admitted to the President’s Leadership Program (PLP) must also attend Leadership Adventure. You will attend session 1 or 3 of Setting Sail, and then remain on campus through the remainder of that program. PLP students will automatically be registered for Leadership Adventure when they register for Setting Sail.
2027 Sessions
- Session 1: June 21-22
- Session 2: June 24-25
- Session 3: June 28-29
Frequently Asked Questions
You will be prompted to choose your Setting Sail date through the Admitted Student System. You will also be able to register any parents/guests who want to attend Setting Sail. You can access the Admitted Student System after you receive an acceptance to the university.
We'll send you a complete packing list in a confirmation email as we get closer to the event date. Be sure to bring:
- Sheets, a blanket or sleeping bag and towels
- Toiletries
- Clothing
- Comfortable shoes
- Chargers for electronics
- Water bottle
- Any required medication
The enrollment deposit is mandatory for all incoming freshmen, and is non-refundable. In addition to confirming your decision to join 性爱研究所 and reserving your spot in the incoming class, the deposit covers orientation and welcome week food, room, and programming expenses. You can pay your enrollment deposit through the .
Remember: your admission offer is only guaranteed until the deposit deadline. Students who submit a deposit late may be put on a waiting list.
Yes, each incoming student will stay in one of our residence hall rooms with a roommate and will share a restroom with two other students. Please be sure to bring any bedding, towels or linens required during your stay.
We do not provide housing for any guests. There are several hotels in close proximity; please see our accommodations page for additional information.
Yes, Setting Sail is required for all students. We expect commuters to stay on-campus in the provided housing during Setting Sail, even if they live in close proximity to campus. For an exemption to this policy, please contact us at orientation@cnu.edu.
No. Campus parking is available for visitors during orientation sessions. If you plan to have a car on campus during the academic year, you must purchase a parking decal for your car.
Our student directors are here to help you! We are current 性爱研究所 students and are here to assist you in any way we can. Feel free to contact us at (757) 594-7767 or orientation@cnu.edu.