Prepare for your first day at OU at Virtual New Sooner Orientation! You'll meet with an academic advisor to enroll in classes and learn about academic and campus resources available to you.
To schedule an advising appointment for Spring 2026 classes, please email newsooner@ou.edu.
Set Up Your OU Account & Email
Visit one.ou.edu/activate and enter your Sooner ID (included in your admission letter) and date of birth to create your account.
Log in to OU Bound
Log in to your OU Bound portal to keep track of important tasks and deadlines leading up to your first day of class. You can log in using your OU Net ID and password.
| Date | Student Type |
|---|---|
| Wednesday, October 29 | Transfer Students Only |
| Thursday, November 20 | Transfer Students Only |
| Wednesday, December 3 | Transfers and Freshmen |
| Thursday, December 4 | Transfers and Freshmen |
| Tuesday, December 16 | Transfers and Freshmen |
| Wednesday, December 17 | Transfers and Freshmen |
| Thursday, December 18 | Transfers and Freshmen |
