FIRST-YEAR

New Student Orientation (NSO) is open to conditionally admitted students who have submitted their Intent to Enroll and have paid the non-refundable $125 deposit. To attend NSO, students must register and pay the non-refundable $99 orientation fee by June 1, 2024.  

You are conditionally admitted until final transcripts are received and verified by the admissions office. The final transcript deadline for First-Time, First-Year students is July 15, 2024. Final official transcripts must include your graduation date. Our admissions office prefers electronic transcripts sent to admissions@csudh.edu. There may be instances where a student attends NSO and then the admissions status changes based on a review of final transcripts.  

Students who do not meet admission requirements or deadlines are not eligible to attend NSO. Students who are in the process of appealing an admissions decision are not eligible to attend NSO.

To register for NSO:

1. Ensure that you have submitted and paid your $125 Intent to Enroll deposit.
2. Log into MyCSUDH. You may also type “my.csudh.edu” in your browser.
3. If you see a menu along the top header, select “Applicants”. If not, proceed to the next step.
4. Go to “Admission”.
5. Click “NSO Registration Status”.

You will be asked to select a date for your two-day NSO event, your lunch selection and shirt size. Your registration is considered complete once you pay the non-refundable $99 orientation fee*.

*Orientation fees are non-refundable and non-transferable, regardless of whether the student does not attend the NSO date, or their admission status changes.

If you are experiencing technical issues with your student portal (MyCSUDH), contact our IT Help Desk at 310-243-2500.

If you need assistance with the NSO registration process, contact the Office of First- and Second-Year Experience (OFSYE) at 310-243-2626 or firstyearnso@csudh.edu.

NSO dates are scheduled for June 2024 so that students complete NSO in time to participate in the Dominguez Hills First-Year Experience (DHFYE) summer program during July-August 2024. The deadline to register for NSO is June 1, 2024. 

You may select the date pairings that work best for you, but please note:

• Each NSO pairing is on a first-come, first-served basis. Capacity for each NSO date listed is limited, and NSO dates fill up quickly.
• Be mindful of your high school graduation and other important dates when making a date selection.
• NSO date pairings are set and cannot be mixed and matched.

The First-Year Orientation (FYO) program includes: 

1. Pre-orientation modules to be reviewed prior to your NSO day.
2. NSO Day 1: In-person orientation activities.
3. NSO Day 2: In-person advising and course registration sessions.

FYO DAY #1: Prepare to be on campus, in person from 7:30 am to 3 pm.

FYO DAY #2: Your Day #2 corresponds to your selected Day #1.

Review the chart below and identify your NSO date pairing based on your major. For example, if you are majoring in Psychology, which is in the College of Natural & Behavioral Sciences, and select June 11 for Day #1, your corresponding Day #2 will be on June 12. 

NSO is a mandatory requirement for Fall 2024 enrollment. Students are required to register and attend all components NSO. First-Time, First-Year students must also:

• Complete the Directed Self-Placement (DSP) survey prior to their NSO date.
• Review online Pre-Orientation
• Pre-Advisement

Please be sure to continuously check your ToroMail account to receive important information and essential reminders about NSO, your application status, and the university.

If you have questions regarding NSO requirements or policies, please email firstyearnso@csudh.edu.

Students who miss the registration deadline or students who did not attend a scheduled NSO date, are not eligible for Fall 2024 enrollment. Exceptions will only be considered through a petition process, which requires official documentation stating that the student (not family members) is legally or medically unable to complete the orientation requirement. Petitions are not guaranteed.

To begin the petition process:

1. Log into MyCSUDH.
2. If you see a menu along the top header, select “Applicants”. If not, proceed to the next step.
3. Go to “Admission”.
4. Click “NSO Petition” to start the form.

We are hosting Parent & Family Orientation (PFO), an event tailored for parents, family members, and supporters of incoming first-year students. This orientation offers an inclusive space to connect with the university community, gain insights into campus life, and foster a supportive role during your Toro journey.

Held concurrently with New Student Orientation (NSO) Day 1, PFO is a separate program catering to the unique needs of parents and supporters. Available in both English and Spanish, this optional but highly recommended event runs from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm, featuring a light breakfast, lunch, and a Welcome Bag. Participation fee is $30 per attendee.

To learn more and register, please visit the Parent & Family Orientation Page. We look forward to welcoming you and your family!

For more information about New Student Orientation or if you have general questions, please contact the Office of First- and Second-Year Experience (OFSYE).

Phone: 310-243-2626
Email: firstyearnso@csudh.edu

For technical support, please contact our IT Help Desk at 310-243-2500.