Orientation & Transition Programs
Welcome to UW Bothell!
Congratulations on your admission, we’re thrilled to have you join our community!
At UW Bothell, your journey is just beginning, and we’re here to support you in creating a meaningful and enriching college experience, both inside and outside the classroom.
Your first step as a new Husky is to complete the Orientation process. Select the option below that matches your admission type to get started:
Our goal is to facilitate student engagement and success by developing and connecting students to resources, people, and opportunities.
Learn More About Orientation & Transition Programs Here
Quick Links
New Student Check List
How to Set Up My UW Email
Registration Resources
Welcome Week
Peer Coaching
New Student Enrollment & Orientation Fee Information
Supporting Your College Transition
Peer Coaching
Every incoming First-Year student will select a peer coach to help support them in their transition to college. Peer Coaches support students based on their meta-major
Learn More about Peer Coaching
Welcome Week
Welcome Week takes place the first week of fall quarter with tons of events to welcome you to UWB and opportunities to connect with other students!
Plan your Welcome Week Schedule
First-Generation Students
First-generation college students are those whose parents or guardians haven’t completed a four-year degree in the U.S. UW Bothell honors your journey and is here to support you from day one through graduation and beyond.
See how UWB Supports First-Generation Students
OTP Student Leadership & Jobs
Orientation & Transition Programs (OTP) is one of UW Bothell’s largest student employers. Our diverse student staff welcome and mentor new students, gaining transferable skills and lifelong connections. OTP isn’t just a job, it’s a community!
Learn more about working for OTP