Welcome to the Raft!
We are excited that you are about to become an official Otter, joining an amazingly involved and diverse community of over 7,500 students. We want to help you feel at home on campus! Keep an eye out for Mondays with Monte email. Mondays with Monte is a weekly communication for new students. We will share important action items and deadlines, introduce you to campus resources and activities, and put you in touch with people here to support your success.
Orientation Overview
Orientation is an opportunity to learn about campus resources, meet friends, hear from an Academic Advisor, and develop connections with fellow students, staff, and faculty.
Spring 2025 Orientation | January 18, 2025
Before registering for your orientation session, be sure to Confirm your Enrollment and pay the $100 fee. Your student account will be created 24-48 hours after you have paid the Enrollment Confirmation Fee.
How to Register for Orientation
Login to MyRaft with the CSU Monterey Login button using your CSUMB username (e.g. mont1234) and password to register for a New Student Otter Orientation session.
Register for New Student Orientation
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Accommodations
Fall 2025 Orientation
- June 20, 2025
- June 21, 2025
- June 23, 2025
- June 26, 2025
- June 27, 2025
- June 28, 2025
- June 30, 2025
Contact Orientation
Phone: 831-582-4693
Email: Send an email
Building: Otter Student Union, Room 305
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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