Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Yes. Orientation is the key to a successful transition to the university. Students are required to complete the orientation sessions assigned to their population/degree level.

A detailed Orientation Schedule is typically available in mid-summer after all programming has been finalized and is posted on the website. Students should not make any plans during Orientation besides attending Orientation activities.

Orientation Schedule Information

You will receive your housing information by email in July before your arrival at Florida Tech. If you have not received your housing assignment, contact Housing at 321-674-8076.

Yes, you may send your packages early. We will hold them in shipping and receiving until you arrive.

Please address them as follows:

[Student First and Last Name]
150 W. University Blvd.
Melbourne FL 32901

Please write "Fall 202X NEW INCOMING STUDENT" under the shipping label.

Pick up your packages during Orientation Week at Shipping and Receiving – Building 540 at the south end of campus.

No, students may not move into campus housing before their scheduled move-in date. If you arrive early, please see the Airports and Accommodations page for a list of hotels if you need a place to stay for a night or two.

Before starting classes, students should set up key accounts and tools needed for campus life and coursework.

This includes claiming and using your TRACKS account, completing online check-in in the Admitted Student Portal and accessing PAWS. Students should also set up their university email and become familiar with Canvas, our online learning management system.

Additional resources such as software access, details about IT support services and information about campus computing labs are also available to help you get fully connected and prepared for the semester.

Student IT Resources Guide

If you arrive after your scheduled check-in date, go to the Office of Orientation on the 2nd floor of the Denius Student Center (located off Country Club Road) between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

If you live on campus and arrive after 5 p.m. on a business day, go to the Security Welcome Center at 3126 Panther Place, Melbourne, FL. 32901.

It is very important that you arrive on campus during your scheduled check-in date if at all possible.

All incoming students are required to attend University Orientation. The Orientation Schedule includes arrival times for students who are not living on campus. All Orientation sessions ensure a successful transition into college and are important to your success at college.

Use the interactive campus map to locate buildings and find your way around campus during Orientation.

Meal plans for students begin at the start of orientation.

Yes. A representative from Florida Tech’s banking partner will be available during Orientation. The representative will also be present in the Denius Student Center during the first week of classes.

All of the beds in the residence halls are extra long twin. There is also up to 2 feet of storage underneath the beds (this is when the bed is put on the highest level). Mary Star of the Seas has full size beds.

Yes. Many students bring bikes to campus and bike racks are available throughout campus. The Security Department recommends using a U-Lock and registering your bike with the security office.

Yes. Freshmen are allowed to have cars on campus. Parking permits can be purchased during Orientation or in advance online.

Student Parking Registration Instructions

Yes. An ATM from our banking partner is located in the Panther Dining Hall lobby.

Please contact the International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) office at 321-674-8053 or isss@fit.edu. ISSS can provide information about international student programs and ways to connect with other international students on campus.