Parent & Family Orientation

Family of New SJSU Student on 7th Street Plaza

Join us this summer!

We welcome parents and family members to attend Parent and Family Orientation to learn more about SJSU and how you can play a supportive role in helping your student succeed.  We offer orientation programs for both families of freshman and transfer students.

While at orientation, you will learn and talk about: 

  • Information on class registration and paying bills
  • SJSU traditions and culture
  • Academic requirements
  • Housing & dining options
  • Health & wellness
  • University Police
  • SJSU policies & procedures

2023 Sparta Camp (Frosh Orientation) - Parent/Family Orientation Dates

Parent/Family Orientation for freshman takes place concurrently with your student's Sparta Camp session, please refer to the list of session dates found below.

  • Monday, June 26 - Tuesday, June 27, 2023
  • Thursday, June 29 - Friday, June 30, 2023
  • Thursday, July 6 - Friday, July 7, 2023
  • Tuesday, July 11 - Wednesday, July 12, 2023
  • Friday, July 14 - Saturday, July 15, 2023
  • Tuesday, July 18 - Wednesday, July 19, 2023

Parent and Family Orientation Schedule

2023 Parent/Family Orientation Schedule

Download a copy here! [pdf]

Register for Sparta Camp - Parent/Family Orientation

Register Here!

The cost to attend Parent and Family Orientation is $90 per person.
Registration for Parent and Family Orientation can be found on the Parent and Family Portal. After signing in to the Parent and Family Portal, parents/families can view the event calendar on the right side and click 'Register' to sign-up. The last day to register for Parent & Family Orientation is on the day of your orientation session. The $90 fee is non-refundable.

Local Hotels & Accommodations

Overnight accommodations are NOT provided as a part of the Parent and Family orientation.

 


Orientation for the Parents/Families of Transfer Students

We understand many transfer students have parents and families who would like to know how they can support their Spartan. Parent/Family Orientation for transfers is offered virtually and free to attend.  Please refer to the list of session dates found below.

  • Wednesday, June 7 - 4:30pm - 6:30pm
  • Tuesday, June 13 - 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Virtual PFO Schedule

Download a copy of the schedule here! [pdf]

Register for Orientation for the Parents/Families of Transfer Students

Registration for Parent and Family Orientation can be found on the Parent and Family Portal. After logging into the Parent and Family portal, parents/family can view the event in the calendar on the right side and click “Register” to sign-up.

Register for Transfer Family Orientation

Technical requirements needed to participate are Zoom, an internet connection and a device that has working audio. Please download Zoom software prior to the event. You may download Zoom here


For more information contact us at mystudentis@sjsu.edu or 408-924-5972.