Blackboard - When can I login for the first time

First Time Login

New students can login to Blackboard between 4 and 8 hours after the registrar enrolls them in the new student orientation.

Student Readiness Orientation "Learning at USAHS" Dates

Spring 2026

For Spring 2026 the orientations run on the following dates. Note: You will be able to access orientation on the start date.

• Student Readiness Orientation
  • Start Date: December 22, 2025
• Graduate Readiness Orientation
  • Start Date: December 22, 2025
• Midterm Graduate Readiness Orientation
  • Start Date: February 16, 2026

All other classes and content will not appear until the Friday before term start.

Summer 2026

For Summer 2026, the orientations run on the following dates. Note: You will be able to access orientation on the start date.

• Student Readiness Orientation
  • Start Date: April 13, 2026
• Graduate Readiness Orientation
  • Start Date: April 13, 2026
• Midterm Graduate Readiness Orientation
  • Start Date: February 15, 2026

All other classes and content will not appear until the Friday before term start.