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Fall Orientation is a week of engaging programming for new students. By participating in Fall Orientation, undergraduate students will have the ability to become familiar with the ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ community and participate in exciting activities. It provides for a successful transition into university and fosters new relationships among participants before the start of classes. Fall Orientation provides student volunteers who can guide first-year undergraduate students in the right direction based on their experiences.

Registration is hosted online. Please note that students registering for EngFrosh (for Engineering students) and SciFrosh (for Science students) should register early as there is a cap on registrations. Once EngFrosh and SciFrosh are full, students are automatically diverted to Central Fall Orientation. Should you have any questions about the registration process, please contact us at fallorientation@carleton.ca.

Fall Orientation activities take place from Sunday, August 31st to Friday, September 5th, 2025.  EngFrosh programming of Fall Orientation also has activities on Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th (two additional days of programming).

Other important dates: Visit the Housing website for important , and make note of important academic dates on the Registrar’s office website.

Fall Orientation programming is not mandatory but highly encouraged. It is a great opportunity to meet students in your year, connect with upper-year students, attend fun events, and kickstart your experience at ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´.

However, Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 is Academic Orientation Day and is the ONLY mandatory (and free) day for students to participate. International students and exchange students can also register for the International Orientation Day with the International Student Services Office (ISSO); please find more information on the ISSO website.

The  is the largest program as it is open to all students.

The  (Sprosh) program is designed for students entering their first year in the Sprott School of Business.

The  (SciFrosh) program is designed for students entering their first year in the Faculty of Science.

Finally, the  (EngFrosh) is for new students in Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Design and Information Technology.

Students are automatically placed in the orientation program that matches their program of study. Should EngFrosh reach capacity, additional Engineering and Design students will be placed in Centralized Fall Orientation program. Should SciFrosh reach capacity, additional Science students will be place in Centralized Fall Orientation program.

Should you be a student that falls within EngFrosh, SciFrosh, or Sprosh and would prefer to transfer to Central, please send us an email at fallorientation@carleton.ca. (Please note, students are NOT allowed to transfer to other orientation programs; only CENTRAL is applicable for adding in non-faculty specific participants).

All registered participants will receive:

• Ravens Starter Kit containing your official Classic Black Ravens Hoodie (or Classic Purple EngFrosh Sweater) and other Ravens essentials.
• Access to numerous activities where you can meet and interact with fellow first-year students. View each schedule of events as listed under the different programs. Of note, there are several shared events throughout the different faculty programs, providing students from all areas of study the opportunity to meet each other.

Participants can pick up their Ravens Starter Kit during the first few days Fall Orientation Week. Kit pick-ups take place at Fenn Lounge from August 29 – September 1; after which kits will be available for pickup from the Student Experience Office at 430 Tory during regular business hours.

Additional add-on items are available for pre-purchase during your registration; if you registered and forgot to include your add-on, please contact us at fallorientation@carleton.ca.

All EngFrosh registrants will have the opportunity to enjoy Beach Day which includes visiting Wilderness Tours and participating in a variety of beach-themed fun games.

Participants have the OPTION to purchase the additional white water rafting portion. For anyone who does purchase the white water rafting portion, you will be scheduled to enjoy the 4 hours of rafting while already on-site at Wilderness Tours for regular programming and will still have ample opportunity to also participate in our Beach Day activities after your rafting portion.

Once classes begin on September 3rd, Fall Orientation events will be offered outside of regularly scheduled class times.

Please email us at fallorientation@carleton.ca with any accommodation requests.

Absolutely! Fall Orientation week is for first-year undergraduate students living on campus and off-campus.

Students will be divided into large groups (sometimes referred to as “teams”) to organize the number of participants for each event/program. The formation of teams will also give you a chance to interact more directly with other first year students and upper-year volunteers.

ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ University is offering an Upper Year Event Package for upper year undergraduate students. Upper year students will have the chance to participate in some programming with a focus on building their network, making connections, and gaining the necessary skills that will help them succeed during their time at university and preparing for their career after ÐÓ°ÉÔ­´´.