New Student Orientation (NSO)

The New Student Orientation (NSO) program, conducted by Penn State Altoona's Division of Undergraduate Studies (DUS), provides educational planning and course registration for first-year students. Families are welcome to attend to learn about academics, campus resources, and student services. Please follow the steps listed below to prepare for your visit.

First Year Students

1. Take your ALEKS Math Assessment
2. Do your Pre-NSO Homework
3. Make your reservation to attend NSO*
4. Attend New Student Orientation on the date you selected

*After you have completed the ALEKS Math Assessment, you will receive an email from Student Orientation and Transition Programs inviting you to make a reservation for a NSO date.

International Students

Learn about New Student Orientation (NSO).

Transfer Students

1. Do your Pre-TSO Homework
2. Make your reservation to attend TSO**
3. Attend Transfer Student Orientation on the date you selected

**You will receive an email from Student Orientation Transition Programs inviting you to make a reservation for a Transfer Student Orientation date.