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Accepted Students

Welcome, Students and Parents! 

We’re excited to have you join us this summer for a true college experience. You'll have the chance to explore life on campus, meet new people, and take part in a program designed to challenge and inspire you—both inside and outside the classroom.

As you read through this guide, you’ll find important information about your time here—from moving into the residence hall to tips on staying healthy and safe while living on campus.

Our goal is to make your stay meaningful, engaging, and safe. If you have any questions, concerns, or need support, please reach out to the Pilots Pre-College Programs team at precollege@up.edu or call (503) 943-7538 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). We’re here to help.

Thank you for choosing to spend part of your summer at the University of Portland. We look forward to welcoming you to campus!

Required Acceptance Forms

The forms for students and parents to fill out were sent out to deposited students via DocuSign on Thursday, June 12. The forms need to be completed by Monday, June 30. 

Move In Day Schedule

Time Activity Location
3 – 3:45 p.m. Check/Move-in Corrado Hall
3:45 – 4:15 p.m. UP ID Creation Campus Safety
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Welcome Pilots! Board Room
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Dinner
Families Depart		 Board Room
7 – 8 p.m. Get to Know Campus
8 – 9 p.m. Residential Living Corrado Hall

Getting to Campus

Maps and Directions
If you’re heading to the University of Portland for the first time, it’s helpful to know where you’re going and how to get there. Whether you’re driving, flying, or taking public transportation, we’ve got you covered.

The best place to find campus maps is campusmap.up.edu. You’ll find a detailed map of campus, including building locations, parking lots, and directions.

Driving
If you're using GPS, enter Corrado Hall at the University of Portland. Your preferred map service should direct you straight to Corrado Hall. This is where the students will be staying. 

Flying
Portland International Airport (PDX) is located about 20 minutes from campus by car. Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, as well as traditional taxi and rental car options, are available at the airport. Expect fares to campus to range from $30–$45 depending on traffic.

Bus and Public Transit
TriMet, Portland’s public transportation system, offers both bus and light rail services across the city. The #35 and #44 bus lines stop near the entrance to campus. Visit trimet.org for schedules, routes, and trip-planning tools.

Train
If you're arriving by Amtrak, Union Station is located in downtown Portland, about a 15-minute drive from campus. From there, taxis, rideshares, and public buses can bring you to the University of Portland.

What To Bring
Clothing
Based on your personal dress preferences, you will be the best judge of how much clothing you want to bring. The following list may be used as a guide and should provide you with a sufficient variety of clothing for your stay. Students should be prepared for the weather, and dress appropriately for their classes. Closed-toe shoes for all activities is essential. You may want to have some nicer clothing for special occasions! Remember, laundry facilities are available in the residence halls.
  • Casual shirts or tops
  • Shorts
  • Pajamas
  • Jeans or skirts for off-campus outings
  • Sneakers/casual walking shoes
  • Athletic clothing
  • Rain gear
  • Bathrobe
  • Swimwear
  • Underclothing
  • Sweaters/sweatshirt
  • Light jacket
Toiletries
You are responsible for bringing your own toiletry and personal hygiene items. You may want to bring a small basket or carrying case to transport items between your room and the bathrooms/showers.
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Soap
  • Shampoo and conditioner
  • Hair dryer
  • Extra contact lenses/glasses
  • Deodorant
  • Sunscreen
  • Shower shows/flip flops
  • Comb/brush
  • Shower caddy
  • Personal medications
  • Additional person hygiene items
Dorm Rooms
You will be provided with bed linens that will be exchanged on Sunday, July 13. The linen packet will include a bottom sheet, top sheet, pillow with pillow case, fleece blanket, hand towel, body towel and wash cloth. You may bring your own of any of these items if you'd like. You may choose to bring some of these items if you would like it to feel more homey. The residence hall and rooms are air conditioned.

Recommended Items
  • Sheets (XL twin size)
  • Comforter/blanket
  • Pillows
  • Pillowcases
  • Alarm clock
  • Towels (bath, hand, and washcloth)
Optional Items
  • Clothes hangers
  • Pictures
  • Anything else to make the room seem more like home
Miscellaneous
You may also want to consider bringing the following items:
  • A passport, school ID, or drivers license with their photo on it, to obtain a University ID at move in 
  • Notebooks
  • Pens/pencils
  • Individual laundry detergent
  • Laundry bag
  • Water bottle/drinking glass
  • Recreation and sports equipment
  • Cell phone and charger
  • Laptop and charger 
  • Universal Plug Adapter (mostly for international students)
  • Sunglasses
Course supplies for all classes and workshops are included with tuition. 

Money
Total program fees include tuition, room and board (including a basic on-campus meal plan), and some course materials. You will want to bring money for laundry, dining out, bus and cab fares, postal service, toiletries, snacks, weekend trips, and other incidentals. Consider your own personal spending habits and budget when deciding how much money to bring with you to campus. Do not keep large amounts of money with you or in your room.

Bringing a Computer to Campus
Personal computers are encouraged, though not required. These allow for more varied engagement in certain course or co-curricular activities. If access is an obstacle, please contact the pre-college team. Unavailability of a personal computer will not impede any student’s opportunity for enrichment.

Computers are safe in your room if you follow basic safety procedures and always lock your door.
The residence halls and many other areas on campus have high-speed wireless internet access. Computers are also available in various on-campus computer labs.

Trips and Activities
After class, Pre-College students will participate in co-curricular activities to complement their academic experience  such as college preparatory workshops, organized games, informative workshops, and group outings to explore area neighborhoods and attractions in the Portland community. Off-campus activities this summer include a trip to the Coast, Portland Art Museum, Portland Timbers Game, visiting the Portland Farmers Market and other excursions. 
General Information
Residence Hall Life
Students will be housed in a campus residence hall with a laundry room in the basement, there a several study areas and a lounge on each floor and a larger lounge in the day-light basement. The shared kitchen in the basement has a refrigerator, microwave, and oven. 

Each room is furnished with XL twin beds, three-drawer dressers, wardrobe closet, computer desks with chairs, and high-speed wireless internet service. All rooms have basic window coverings for privacy. Below you can take a virtual tour of a room in Corrado. 
Laundry Facilities
The residence hall is equipped with laundry facilities.

Roommate Assignments
We try to make the summer experience as much like a first-year college experience as possible, and part of that experience is learning to live with new people. Therefore, you will share a room with another Pre-College student, and in some circumstances, there may be three students to a room. While we do not take roommate requests, you will be matched with your roommate based on gender, age/grade, and "best fit" characteristics identified through your application paperwork. You will live in a residence hall with other students from the program, where you will be able to participate in activities planned by the Pre-College Staff. Students may be placed in a single room; however, this is rare.

Unfortunately, roommates' names and contact information will not be available before the summer program begins. Releasing this information would be inconsistent with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) guidelines.

If roommate difficulties arise, the Pre-College staff will assist in mediating.

Curfew
Students must check in with their Pre-College Staff On-Duty by 10:00 pm Sunday-Thursday and 11:00 pm Friday and Saturday. Students must remain in the residence hall until 7:00 am. Adhering to the check-in policy is the student's responsibility. Violation of this policy is grounds for disciplinary action and may result in dismissal from the program. This rule is in effect to ensure student safety.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are provided to students as well as snacks in the evening. Students will eat in the Bauccio Commons. Bon Appétit serves fresh, homemade meals daily at Bauccio Commons. Menus are posted each day and include clearly labeled options for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Everything is made from scratch using quality ingredients, so students can enjoy meals that are both delicious and thoughtfully prepared.

Room Key
Students will be issued a key giving them access to their room. It is a student's responsibility to keep their room locked and secure at all times. There is a $125 fee for lost or unreturned keys, which will be billed directly to the student at the end of the program. Please be sure to return your room key at check-out.

Communicating With Students
Mail and packages can be send to the students using the following address:

Student's Name
c/o University of Portland Pilots Pre-College
5000 N Willamette Blvd. 
Portland, OR 97203

Attendance Policy: Absences and Tardiness
Attendance is taken at the start of each class. Coming to class everyday and engaging in a positive manner is a very important part of the Program and classes should only be missed in the case of an emergency or illness. If you are not feeling well or are running late to class, you will need to inform one of the Pre-College Staff members immediately. Parents will be notified of all concerns as it relates to their students participation. 

Life on the Bluff
Students in the Pilots Pre-College Program engage in a rigorous academic experience. In order to ensure that the Pilots Pre-College Programs can be fully dedicated to their academic and educational missions, students are expected to adhere to Life on the Bluff and Academic Expectations. 

Emergency Procedures
Staff have been given information on the proper procedures should an emergency situation occur. In such an event, a Pre-College Programs staff member will contact parents directly. If parents cannot be reached, we will call the alternate emergency contact provided.

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