About Redlands

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About

Discover more about the University of Redlands.

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History

Founded in 1907, the U of R community celebrates 100+ years of legacy and educational impact.

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Missions and Values

Learn about our mission, vision, and values.

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New Student Experience

Welcome new Bulldogs!

Spring 2026 New Student Orientation (NSO), is happening Monday, January 5, 2026. A full schedule will be available soon.

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Get ready for Redlands

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Get ready for Redlands

Through New Student Orientation, which is required for all new first-year and transfer students, you'll prepare to navigate your first year at Redlands. You'll connect with your peers, faculty, and student leaders. You'll begin to plan your academic journey with your advisor and register for classes. Maybe most importantly, you'll start to feel like Redlands is your community.

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New student orientation schedule

Coming soon! Learn more about your orientation activities.

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Your first stop on campus is Move-In and NSO Check-In, located at the Hunsaker Student Center. View the location on our campus map. Use the interactive campus map menu to filter locations on campus. Get directions for step-by-step walking, bicycling, or driving directions.

If you need access to disabled parking or other accessible areas on campus, view the map: here. 

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Accommodations

University of Redlands wants to ensure the orientation weekend is accessible to all. If you or your guests have any questions about disability-related accessibility needs for participation in this event, please contact the Student Success Center at asa@redlands.edu. Guests with mobility accommodations are encouraged to park in the designated ADA parking areas on campus.

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Dining and lodging in Redlands

Discover where to eat and places to stay during your visit in Redlands.

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Resources

Explore helpful resources available to you while you prepare for arrival at Redlands.

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Residence Life and Housing

University of Redlands Residence Life and Housing offers comfortable living options for students in on-campus residence halls and off-campus apartments.
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Student Financial Services

Visit Student Financial Services to learn more about financial aid, scholarships, tuition and fees, and more.
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New Student FAQ's

Got questions? Learn more information from common frequently asked questions from incoming students and families.
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Explore Student Life at Redlands

Campus life includes more than 80 clubs and organizations with endless opportunities to explore your interests and make an impact on a beautiful campus located between the mountains, the desert, and the coast of sunny Southern California.
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First-Year Seminar

The First-Year Seminar (FYS) program connects you with the liberal arts values and practices that are the heart of undergraduate education at University of Redlands. FYS serves as your home base, offering you space to confront increased responsibility, learn from setbacks and mistakes, and develop personal strategies to succeed.
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Student Success at Redlands

Learn more about the Student Success Center (SSC), where we are dedicated to helping you achieve your academic and personal goals. Accessibility services are available through SSC.

The Summer I Chose University of Redlands

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For new Bulldogs, so much good, so much magic happens between the months of June and August. This summer, so many new students chose Redlands, and we’re beyond excited to welcome them into the Bulldog family.