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An online student wearing a maroon shirt while working at a computer completes online orientation.

Online new student Orientation

Welcome to Central Michigan University! As a new CMU Online student, your next step is to complete orientation.

Your orientation

Success begins with the right preparation. As a new online student at CMU, orientation is essential for your success! Orientation will guide you through all the crucial aspects of your journey as a CMU Online student.

Orientation for online students

An online student in a CMU shirt completes orientation using his laptop.

On-Demand Orientation for Online Students

Orientation at your fingertips. This experience allows you to complete orientation at your own pace and on your schedule. Delivered through CMU's online learning platform, Blackboard Ultra, you'll complete eight engaging modules covering everything from course planning to finances and student resources.

Be sure to complete all modules, quizzes and the Statement of Orientation Completion to verify orientation completion.

ON-DEMAND ORIENTATION

Questions?

Have questions or need help with the next steps? Contact the Online Student Services team at cmuonline@cmich.edu or 989-774-4371. We're here to help you succeed!