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All new and readmitted degree-seeking students are required to participate in a BBN Orientation. Registration for BBN Orientation is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Log into myUK
Log into
myUK.uky.edu
with your linkblue username and password.
Haven't set up your linkblue?
Visit
newstudent.uky.edu
Navigate to BBNO Registration
After logging in, select
, navigate to
Registration
, then select
BBN Orientation Registration
Reserve your date
Follow the prompts to select your date and pay any applicable fees. See full details about orientation fees below.
Congrats!
After completing the prompts, you'll receive an email indicating that you've successfully registered for BBN Orientation!
Welcome, Wildcat!
Detailed instructions
Incoming Freshmen
You’ll need to use Google Chrome or Firefox to complete this process. Microsoft Edge, Safari and Internet Explorer do not work with the myUK portal.
See instructions with screenshots and hints
Log in to
myUK.uky.edu
with your linkblue username and password.
If you have not already created your linkblue account, please do so at newstudent.uky.edu.
If you have technical trouble accessing myUK, contact UK ITS at
859-218-4357
Select the
button on the top left
Navigate to the Registration section
Click on
BBN Orientation Registration
Once you’re in the
BBN Orientation Registration
in myUK:
Select
Register for an Orientation
Select the orientation date of choice;
Select Continue and choose your payment method
Note: payment is required in advance of orientation
only
for fall freshmen; other students will have applicable orientation fees assessed after participating in orientation.
Once you have selected your payment method, click the Next button to enter your payment method information. If payment is not made at the time of confirmation, you will not be confirmed for BBN Orientation and will need to reserve your space when your payment can be completed.
IMPORTANT: After completing your payment, be sure to follow all prompts. If you do not complete the process after payment to select an orientation date, you will not be registered for an orientation.
Military-connected students and families
: We appreciate those who defend our country and the incredible role of military families, who sacrifice and support their loved ones. If your admission application responses indicated that you are a member of a military-connected family, as gratitude from the University of Kentucky you'll receive a reduced registration fee when registering for a UK orientation date.
By completing the steps above, you're confirmed your plans to attend the University of Kentucky! Welcome to the Big Blue Nation!
Transfer and Readmitted Students with Transfer work
You’ll need to use Google Chrome or Firefox to complete this process. Microsoft Edge, Safari and Internet Explorer do not work with the myUK portal.
See instructions with screenshots and hints
Log in to
myUK.uky.edu
with your linkblue username and password.
If you have not already created your linkblue account, please do so at newstudent.uky.edu.
If you have technical trouble accessing myUK, contact UK ITS at
859-218-4357
Select the
button on the top left
Navigate to the Registration section
Click on
BBN Orientation Registration
Once you’re in the
BBN Orientation Registration
in myUK:
Select
Register for an Orientation
Select the orientation date of choice;
Select Continue
IMPORTANT: After selecting Continue, you are confirmed and registered for your BBN Orientation. You will be assessed a $25 orientation fee after completing your BBN Orientation.
By completing the steps above, you're confirmed your plans to attend the University of Kentucky! Welcome to the Big Blue Nation!
Online Program and Readmitted Students without Transfer Work
PLEASE NOTE: This is a fully online, self-paced orientation. There is no in-person orientation programming on the first day of classes. You will be added to a Canvas course to complete your orientation requirement via a series of modules. Your academic advisor will be reaching out to you to help you register for courses.
You’ll need to use Google Chrome or Firefox to complete this process. Microsoft Edge, Safari and Internet Explorer do not work with the myUK portal.
Log in to
myUK.uky.edu
with your linkblue username and password.
If you have not already created your linkblue account, please do so at newstudent.uky.edu.
If you have technical trouble accessing myUK, contact UK ITS at
859-218-4357
Select the
button on the top left
Navigate to the Registration section
Click on
BBN Orientation Registration
Once you’re in the
BBN Orientation Registration
in myUK:
Select
Register for an Orientation
Select the orientation date of choice;
Select Continue
IMPORTANT: After selecting Continue, you are confirmed and registered for your BBN Orientation. There are no orientation fees for your online, self-paced BBN Orientation.
By completing the steps above, you're confirmed your plans to attend the University of Kentucky! Welcome to the Big Blue Nation!
Need to change your orientation date?
You’ll need to use Google Chrome or Firefox to complete this process. Microsoft Edge, Safari and Internet Explorer do not work with the myUK portal.
Log in to
myUK.uky.edu
with your linkblue username and password.
Select the
button on the top left
Navigate to the Registration section
Click on
BBN Orientation Registration
Once you’re in the
BBN Orientation Registration
in myUK:
Select
Modify
Select your BBNO date of choice;
Select Continue
There will be no additional charges for switching your orientation.
Can't see the date you're looking for?
Orientations are open for registration on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure the best advising experience possible, we work with colleges to set capacities for individual dates.
If you are already registered for BBN Orientation, you can select a new date using the instructions above. You'll only see available dates.
Important Information
Phone
859 257-3256
Email
orientation@uky.edu
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