Sign up for New Coug Orientation
Welcome, new Coug!
We are excited you have chosen to attend Washington State University. This is a big transition for you and your supporters. New Coug Orientation is designed to help you and your supporters prepare for life as part of the Cougar family. Orientation is a required program for all new students attending WSU.
Before orientation, you will have tasks to complete online including CougReady Step 1 (online module), an academic advising consultation, and course registration. During orientation, you will have a designated current Coug, known as an orientation leader (OL), who will lead you through interactive experiences designed to introduce you to the university’s mission and values, your academic college, academic support resources, ways to get involved on-campus, and more!
Ready to register for New Coug Orientation?
- Before you register for orientation, confirm your enrollment in your FutureCoug Portal https://futurecoug.wsu.edu/portal/status. If you have any questions about your admission status, please call 1-888-GO-TO-WSU (1-888-468-6978).
- See what sessions you’re eligible for and register for an available New Coug Orientation session.
- Start receiving details to prepare for your New Coug Orientation session.
2026 New Coug Orientation Dates
All 2026 New Coug Orientation programs listed below are in-person on the WSU Pullman campus, an online orientation option is available for select students.
If you experience any difficulties or questions, please call New Coug Orientation at 509-335-4242 or e-mail orientation@wsu.edu.