Once you’ve been accepted to Ohio University, there are a few steps to complete before you’re able to sign up for BSO. You can complete all steps by logging into your applicant status portal and checking your Admitted Student Checklist.
To access the Applicant Status Portal, you must log in using the email address you provided on your application and the password you created. You will not be able to sign in using your OHIO email address.
Once you've confirmed you're eligible to sign up for BSO, log in to your applicant status portal using the email address you provided on your application and the password you created. Head to your Admitted Student Checklist, where you'll find a BSO checklist item. Use the link in the BSO checklist item to navigate to the sign-up form. You'll answer a few questions about yourself (and any guests you're bringing) to help us plan for your orientation experience!
Complete your Discipline and Criminal History Review Form
All first-year and transfer students must complete the Required Pre-enrollment Discipline and Criminal History Review process
Once you submit the form, it does take time to process, so wait at least 24 hours before attempting to sign up for BSO.
Confirm your Intent to Enroll
All first-year students must confirm their intent to enroll via the Housing Self-Service portal.
Not all transfer students are required to complete this step, so be sure to check your applicant status portal to see if you must complete this before you can sign up.
Sign Up for BSO!
Once the two above steps are complete, you're eligible to sign up for BSO!
Check your Admitted Student Checklist where you will see a BSO checklist Item. Use the link in the BSO checklist item to navigate to the sign-up form.
BSO Programs for students starting in Fall 2026 are listed below. The program varies based on population type, so there are different dates for incoming first-year and transfer students.
Sign-ups for Summer BSO opened on February 2nd, 2026. The deadline to register for a summer Bobcat Student Orientation program is July 1st, 2026. To sign up after this date, you will need to contact our office. First-year programs span a day and a half while Transfer Programs last one day. If you do not anticipate being able to attend the entire program, we encourage you to consider selecting a different date or contacting our office to discuss your situation.
For more details on the program schedule and what to expect, visit these webpages:
First-Year BSO Programs
Not all majors are available during every BSO date, and all dates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. To see the most accurate program availability by major, please log onto your Admitted Student Checklist and complete the BSO sign-up form.
Explore the Alternative Bobcat Student Orientation Options Webpage if you fit in one of the following categories: