New Students

Welcome to the College of Engineering! Your academic advising team is excited to welcome you to UC Davis and is looking forward to helping you make the most of your college experience. Make sure to check MyAdmissions and your UC Davis email regularly, as it's where you'll get important updates about housing, orientation, class registration and more. 

You belong here, and we’re here to support your journey as an Aggie Engineer every step of the way.

Below is an overview of the information and steps you'll need to prepare for fall quarter and the new academic year.

Complete Aggie 101 (Required)

Refer to your MyAdmissions checklist and follow the instructions on how to complete the online Aggie 101 program, which is designed to introduce you to key resources and provide you with information needed to be successful at UC Davis.

• All incoming first-year students must complete Aggie 101 by July 1.
• All incoming transfer students must complete Aggie 101 by July 15. 

Submit transcripts by July 1 and official exam scores by July 15 (Required)

All incoming first-year and transfer students must submit their transcripts and official exam scores. Refer to your MyAdmissions Pre-Enrollment Task List Required Admissions Documents for specific details.

Upload photo for Aggie Card by July 1 (Required)

All incoming first-year and transfer students must upload a photo for their Aggie Card. Your Student AggieCard is your official UC Davis identification, giving you access to the many available products, services, resources and benefits available to you as a UC Davis student. View requirements and submit your photo.

Aggie Advising Modules in Canvas (Required)

All incoming first-year and transfer students must complete the Aggie Advising Modules in Canvas. You’ll find resources and tips to help you navigate the university, build and balance your first quarter schedule, and start satisfying the requirements you’ll need to graduate.

College of Engineering New Student Webinars (Required)

• Preparing for Pass 1 Registration Webinars
• This webinar is mandatory and will be hosted by current students who will demonstrate how to effectively use Schedule Builder, the online tool that you will use to register for courses here at UC Davis. A panel of students will share insights on building a balanced schedule and maximizing your time outside of classes. Webinar information and registration coming soon.
• EUO Support Webinars

• The Engineering Undergraduate Office (EUO) will provide an overview of advising within the College of Engineering, how to use the Advising Appointment System, General Education, placement exams, and resources to use during your first year. These sessions are available to both First-Year and Transfer students. Please attend one (1) webinar session below.

  EUO Support Webinar
  Monday, July 13
  4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m
  Click Here to Register

  EUO Support Webinar
  Friday, July 17
  9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m
  Click Here to Register

Aggie Advising Appointment (Optional)

If you have questions not answered by the Aggie Advising Modules and online resources, you have the option to discuss with an Advisor. Major Advisors, who work in the college's eight academic departments, will reach out to your UC Davis email about options to connect during the summer.

Engineering Undergraduate Office (EUO) Advisors will be offering optional Aggie Advising Appointments beginning in mid-July. More information will be shared through your UC Davis email.

Register for Courses (Required)

After you’ve planned out your first quarter, you should have everything you need to register for classes. All students will register for courses using Schedule Builder during their assigned pass time. Watch this video to learn more about Schedule Builder.

Registration Dates for Fall Quarter 2026

Pass One Registration, First Years

• Tuesday, July 28, 8:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 29, 6:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.

Pass One Registration, Transfers

• Wednesday, August 12 - Group 1, 8:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.
• Thursday, August 13 - Group 2, 8:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m.

Open Registration, All New Students

• Friday, August 14 - Sunday, August 16
  • 6:00 a.m. - 11:59 p.m. (weekdays)
  • 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (weekends)

Pass Two Registration, All Students

• Varies by student between Monday, August 17, and Friday, August 28 (check Schedule Builder)

Live Registration Support (Optional)

College of Engineering Advisors will be available virtually during this time for quick questions regarding your course registration. 

If you have not completed the Aggie Advising modules prior to Live Registration Support, you may be booked for a future appointment instead.

Attend Aggie Orientation (Required)

Get excited about starting your fall quarter! Read more about Aggie Orientation here. This program is your opportunity to start building networks of support, find resources and begin your life on campus. 

If you have questions concerning your orientation, please visit the Orientation website for more information.