“Before I came to the UO, I’d been told I had great potential to succeed, but no one ever took the time to actually show me how to make it happen. USP helped me reach my potential. It’s honestly a privilege to be part of this program.”
“My experience in the USP program was awesome. I picked up so many useful study tools and strategies that led to success throughout my undergraduate studies.”
USP students will…
- Join a small cohort of incoming first-year students.
- Arrive to campus early for a “Summer Bridge” program.
- Receive personalized support from the USP Success Team.
- Participate in a unique year-long curriculum – including a Fall Term First-Year Interest Group – designed to support their success in the classroom and beyond.
USP requirements:
- Attend mandatory USP Summer Bridge (9/19-21).
- Meet with assigned USP Academic Advisor each term.
- Complete required USP coursework each term (UGST 199: Academic Foundations – a 1 or 2-credit elective course).
- Attend any other required USP events throughout the year.
The USP curriculum
Academic Foundations 1: Inside Higher Ed (Fall term)
This course introduces students to the university, reviews effective college success strategies, and offers additional support for PSY 202 and WR 121 – co-requisite courses USP students all take as part of their Fall Term First-Year Interest Group (FIG).
Academic Foundations 2: Making Major Decisions (Winter term)
In this course students will explore decision making – with specific reference to making decisions about majors and careers. Students will explore their values and interests, find majors and careers that fit them, and discover purpose and relevance in their studies.
Academic Foundations 3: Exploring Engagement (Spring term)
In this course students will explore engagement – that is, why and how to deepen their engagement with opportunities beyond the classroom. Through a combination of individual and group projects students will research an engagement opportunity of their choosing.
Contact us
For more information regarding USP requirements and program details, contact the Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center at engage@uoregon.edu or 541-346-3226.
For questions about your application or file, contact Jennifer Corona, Admissions jennifer.admissions@uoregon.edu.
NEW STUDENT
CHECK
LIST
Welcome to the University of Oregon!
We’re so excited you’ll be joining the UO community this fall. There are a lot of things to do before you start your classes, and we’ve created a list to make sure you don’t miss any important steps. This page is continually updated with next steps that you will need to take as you migrate to campus.
IMMEDIATE ACTION
USP Welcome Survey
IMMEDIATE ACTION
DuckID and IntroDUCKtion
Claiming your DuckID is step one in the journey to being a Duck on campus! In addition, you should schedule your in-person program for IntroDUCKtion. We highly suggest doing this ASAP to secure your preferred date.
IMMEDIATE ACTION
UO Email
Your University of Oregon email is our main channel of communication with you. Set your account up right away so you don’t miss out on any important information!
IMMEDIATE ACTION
Placement Tests
You should complete these items before scheduling your advising session for fall classes.
- Math placement exam
- Foreign language placement exam(s)
STARTING IN JULY
Meet with your USP Advisor
You will receive an email invitation to your @uoregon.edu email from your assigned USP advisor to schedule a meeting and help you choose classes. Students who haven’t completed the prior requirements will be invited to schedule an appointment after they do so.
Use your DuckID and password to check your UO email account!
Starting in July
Attend in-person IntroDUCKtion
The UO is excited to see you in person and welcome you to campus!
COMPLETE BY JULY 31
Online Coursework
Through an online course on community.uoregon.edu, all new students will be required to complete a small number of assignments throughout the summer to gear up for fall term.
SEPT 19-21
USP Summer Bridge
Make plans to attend the USP Summer Bridge. Regularly check your UO email account for updates.
Additional Steps for New Students
Upload a Selfie for ID Card
Send Final Transcripts
Complete Financial Aid Requirements
Register for Housing
Download the Navigate App
Submit Vaccination Records
Accept UO Terms and Conditions
Enroll in DUO
Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center
1501 Kincaid St
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403
Office: Knight Library, 4th Floor
P: 541-346-3226
engage@uoregon.edu