New Student Orientation Travel and Accommodations
Check-in is located on the first floor of the .
Park in the union hourly paid parking lot (refer to your reminder email for a parking code!) just east of the union. For overflow parking, use or both near First Bank & Trust Arena.
The cost to attend a New Student Orientation session is free, but students and families attending first-time student sessions can also choose to eat and sleep here for a minimal fee.
You'll have some options for lunch right here on campus. Students and guests can choose to purchase a meal from one of several eateries in the University Student Union. Specific dining available on the date you attend New Student Orientation could vary due to summer or winter break projects, but available options will be announced the morning of your arrival. The Friday, Jan. 9, New Student Orientation will have extremely limited options due to the university being closed for winter break.
We offer students and guests the option to stay in a residence hall the night prior to their session. The cost is $50 per room (two bed spaces per room). Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To reserve space and pay for your stay, please call the Housing and Residential Life Office at 605-688-5148. Check your Jacks email prior to your session for details on parking and check-in for your stay. Rooms include sheets, a blanket, pillow, towel and washcloth. Individuals should bring their own toiletries.
No overnight options are available for the spring New Student Orientation admit sessions in January due to the ongoing academic year housing needs.
The city of Brookings offers several other dining, overnight accommodations and entertainment options during your stay.
