St. Ambrose University

First Year Student Orientation 2008


OrientationWe're glad you're going to begin your studies at St. Ambrose when fall classes start on Aug. 25. In order to make your transition to college a smooth one, orientation is mandatory for students and parents are encouraged to attend.

Space is still available in the session to be held:
• Thursday–Friday, June 19-20

Orientation starts about 6:30 p.m. the first day, so plan to eat before arriving. Orientation will conclude by 3 p.m. of the second day.

Registering for Orientation

You need to make a tuition deposit prior to orientation. If you haven't yet done so, send a $100 deposit check to the Student Accounts Office, 518 W. Locust St. Davenport, IA 52803. Write the student’s name on the memo line of the check.

Click here to register for the June 19-20 orientation session

Overnight at Orientation

Students should bring personal belongings for an overnight stay on campus—linens are provided. Parents and guests can find helpful information about getting to and around campus, local hotel accommodations and more on the About SAU page, or use the links in the left-hand navigation column of this page to jump directly to specific topics.

Post-Orientation Survey

Students and family members: We want your feedback on what you liked about your orientation experience, and how you think we can improve it in the future. Please take a few minutes to complete an online survey:
Student orientation survey
Family member orientation survey

For More Information

Phone: 800/383-2627 or 563/333-6300
Email contact