Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all new students starting classes in summer or fall 2023 are required to attend Trailblazer Orientation. New students must attend orientation in order to meet the university’s orientation requirement and freshmen need to attend in order to have their Orientation Hold removed from their final class schedule. You can sign up for Trailblazer Orientation HERE; you will need your Utah Tech application log in information. Any students with extenuating circumstance who cannot attend any of the orientation dates should email newstudent@utahtech.edu.

We look forward to helping you register for your classes. Freshmen starting in fall 2024 should complete the Fall 2024 Class Survey in order for their academic advisor to register them for fall classes. Freshmen starting in summer 2024 and all transfers can contact their academic advisor directly.

COMPLETE YOUR FALL 2024 CLASS SURVEY

ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
Academic Advisors will help you take ownership of your education as you participate in courses designed to promote active learning, active life at Utah Tech University. The advisement team will aid you in tailoring your class schedule to help you meet your educational goals and help mentor you on your way to graduation. Check out the Advisement webpage to find your advisor.

First-year freshmen are enrolled in Trailblazer Connections, Utah Tech’s premier first-year experience course to support their academic and social transition to college. All student in Trailblazer Connections are required to attend the pre-semester Trailblazer Connections where you will meet classmates, advisors, and faculty members and be introduced to your academic college and the Utah Tech student experience. You will then meet once per week throughout the fall semester with your specific Trailblazer Connections course. You will find Trailblazer Connection on your schedule as one of the following: SSC 1010, SSC 1020, SSC TRiO.

Trailblazer Connections Pre-Semester Schedule
Wednesday, August 14: Check in at 7:30 AM; 8:30 AM-1:00 PM
Thursday, August 15: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Friday, August 16: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Attend afternoon and late-night freshmen programs meet other students and connect to the greater St. George community.

Trailblazer Orientation is $25 per student. But don’t worry about pulling out your wallet when you sign up, because the Orientation Fee is already included in your tuition. While we understand college is already expensive, this Orientation Fee will allow us to continue to provide a quality orientation program for new students, family members, and guests. We also want to be transparent about why we implemented this fee.

What My Fee Pays For*
Student Lunch at Orientation
Orientation Materials
Staffing at Orientation
Trailblazer Freebies
Trailblazer Connections T-Shirt
Trailblazer Connections Materials
Guest Orientation/Family Programs throughout the Year**

*Subject to change based on programmatic needs. **We HIGHLY encourage you to bring a guest with you to support or time at Trailblazer Orientation.!

Yes! We encourage you to bring family members. Your guest can attend for free (included in the Orientation Fee)! Please note that the Family and Guest schedule is unique to the Student Schedule, and guests will not be able to join student small groups. Please check the guest page for the Family and Guest Schedule. For questions or concerns about the family schedule, please email newstudent@utahtech.edu.

You can check our the Trailblazer Orientation dates on our orientation date page. They will also be listed when you sign up for orientation HERE.

Be sure to park in a WHITE or GREEN parking space. There are several parking options: Check out this map for specific locations.

You can e-mail newstudent@utahtech.edu and New Student & Family Programs will attempt to reschedule you, depending on space availability.

You should reserve your space as soon as you can determine the best time for you and other family members to attend. The deadline is 5 days prior to each session.

Saint George has a regional airport that can be found at this website: www.flysgu.com. But the closest international airport is Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas, NV. Depending on traffic, it takes approximately two hours to drive north to Saint George. There are several shuttle services available, although renting a car would be more convenient and allow you to see the area while you are here.

Yes. All students should be admitted before attending.

Dress comfortably; June and July in St. George will be hot, so wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing. You will also be walking around campus, so wear tennis shoes or other comfortable sneakers.

Orientation begins at the Holland Plaza. There are several parking options: Check out this map for a specific location.

You will have the chance to visit any of our Student Services offices after orientation, including Financial Aid, Disability Resource Center, Housing, etc.

Yes, we have an online option for Trailblazer Orientation, however, this is only for students who cannot attend any of the in-person dates. Email newstudent@utahtech.edu to see if you qualify to be signed up for the Online Trailblazer Orientation.

Our staff at New Student & Family Programs are happy to answer any of your questions. They can be reached by calling 435.879.4691, or via e-mail at newstudent@utahtech.edu.