<p>im going to Europe for a large portion of the summer and want to know what the important dates are for freshman attending USC in the fall. all i know of is orientation, but just how important is orientation if i fail to make it?</p>
<p>also, when do classes officially start (aren't you suppose to go about half a week to a week in advance?) and when do you learn where you live/move in? lastly, when do you sign up for classes (during orientation?)</p>
<p>thanks so much for any help</p>
<p>orientation isn't mandatory, but it's strongly urged so you can meet with your advisor & schedule your classes. otherwise i think you can schedule them online after everyone else has done their schedules so you pretty much get last pick. </p>
<p>move in day is august 22, which is the start of welcome week. classes start august 27. i'm not 100% sure, but i think unless you have a very specific reason, you have to be there the 22nd. housing info goes out in mid-may, then you can apply for reassignment if you're unhappy... there are a few dates concerning that which i don't know, but all housing is finalized by july. detailed move-in instructions come in the beginning of august.</p>