New Student Orientation

Welcome!

Welcome to the Animal Biology major, we are excited to have you here! As you begin your new journey as an ABI student, here are some steps to help you with your transition.

STEP 1: Complete Aggie 101 Modules
You must complete Aggie 101 through your MyAdmissions Portal. During or after you have completed your Aggie 101 modules, write down any questions you may have to ask during your Aggie Advising Appointment (STEP 3)
STEP 2: Complete Aggie Advising Canvas modules
You should have received an invitation to the Aggie Advising Canvas page in your ucdavis inbox.

If you did not, please make sure you have your @ucdavis.edu email address set up.

Need help? Contact Campus IT here!
STEP 3: Schedule and prepare for an Aggie Advising Appointment with your Major Academic Advisor
Schedule an Aggie Advising Appointment with your Animal Biology Major Advisor, Elvira, to help address any questions you may have to prepare for your first quarter at Davis.
Schedule your Appointment
1. Visit appointments.ucdavis.edu.
2. Select "Plant Pathology, Entomology & Nematology Advising Center."
3. Select "Animal Biology Major

Prepare for your Appointment
1. Prepare a list of questions you want to address
2. Explore important resources for incoming UC Davis Students (CAES New Student Advising and ABI Undergraduate Information)
3. Bring your questions to your appointment!
STEP 4: Schedule your Chemistry and Math Placement Exams
Chemistry Placement Exam
If you plan on enrolling on CHE 2A in Fall 2024, you will need to take the Chemistry Placement Exam and earn a qualifying score of 24 or higher. If you do not, and you plan to take CHE 2A in Summer or Fall 2024, you will have another chance to take the Exam. Click here to learn more about the Chemistry Placement Requirement and Exam information.

Orientation 2024 Testing Window: May 31 (11 AM) – June 7 (11 AM)
Fall 2024 Testing Window 1: September 4 – 10
Fall 2024 Testing Window 2: September 25 – October 1

Math Placement Exam
The Mathematics Course Placement determines your level of preparation for college-level math courses offered at UC Davis. Incoming Freshmen will be notified on May 24th about the Math Placement. They will be sent instructions and login information via email to their UC Davis email address on May 24th. Visit the Math Placement Requirement website for more details.

Orientation 2024 Testing Window: May 31 (11 AM) – June 7 (11 AM)
Fall 2024 Testing Window 1: September 4 – 10
Fall 2024 Testing Window 2: September 25 – October 1

Please see this website for information on other Placement Exams and Auditions.

If you need special accommodations due to a disability, please contact the UC Davis Student Disabilities Center.
STEP 5: Register for Classes
GDB Registration Dates
Freshmen:
Thursday, August 8th, 8 a.m. - Midnight
Friday, August 9th, 6 a.m. - Midnight
Transfers:
Monday, August 12th, 8 a.m. - Midnight
Tuesday, August 13th, 8 a.m. - Midnight

See the Fall 2024 UC Davis New Student Orientation Pass Registration Dates & Times Calendar for more details.

Please check your specific Pass 1 Registration Appointment on Schedule Builder or on your my.ucdavis.edu portal.
You may also find the calendar of registration periods at the Office of the University Registrar's Registration Calendar.
STEP 6: Stay Connected!
Follow us on our networks for announcements, tips and tricks, resources, opportunities, student highlights, and MUCH MORE!

Instagram: @animabiologyucd
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abi.ucd

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Resources for Planning your First Quarter at Davis

Freshman

Transfers

Questions? Contact us at:

Mailing Address: 160 Hutchison Hall, University of California, Davis, 95616
Phone: (530) 754-7277
Fax: (530) 754-2276
Email: abi-advising@ucdavis.edu