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Summer 2026 Orientation

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Gearing up for your first semester at Georgia Southern University?

SOAR registration for Summer 2026 will become available in November.

Attending SOAR, Georgia Southern’s orientation, is your required first step before enrolling in classes. This program, offered both online and in-person, equips you with the tools you’ll need to thrive. SOAR allows you to gain a better understanding of campus life, engage with your academic advisor and connect with fellow students, ensuring a smooth transition to becoming a Georgia Southern Eagle.

Select a campus to choose a session and learn more about your next steps.

NOTE: Dual Enrollment students have specialized orientation requirements and SOAR is not required for readmit, transient, and post-baccalaureate students.

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Admitted students only: 

Log into your Status Portal and complete the Commitment Form to gain access to your Enrollment Portal and SOAR registration.

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Complete Your Enrollment Checklist

As you prepare for your first day of classes, we want to ensure you complete all the steps to be successful and have a smooth transition. Some items are time-sensitive and can directly impact your enrollment. Review the enrollment checklist and let us know if you need any assistance!

Summer 2026 Enrollment Checklist

SOAR Session Dates, Times and Registration Fees

Students are required to attend a SOAR session, in its entirety, to receive and retain a course schedule. For convenience, sessions are offered both in-person and virtually based on student preference. Freshman SOAR sessions are full-day sessions and students are required to be available from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

SOAR Session Dates & Times

Students are required to attend SOAR, in its entirety, to receive and retain a course schedule.

*Full term & Minimester I courses begin on May 18, 2026.
*Minimester II courses begin on June 22, 2026.

SOAR registration for Summer 2026 admitted students is now open! All students who plan to enter for the Summer 2026 term should attend SOAR on the date and time listed below.

  • Thursday, May 14 — 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Virtual)

SOAR Registration Fees

  • Student: $60
  • Guest: Free

Armstrong Campus

SOAR Session Dates & Times

Students are required to attend SOAR, in its entirety, to receive and retain a course schedule.

*Full term & Minimester I courses begin on May 18, 2026.
*Minimester II courses begin on June 22, 2026.

SOAR registration for Summer 2026 admitted students is now open! All students who plan to enter for the Summer 2026 term should attend SOAR on the date and time listed below.

  • Thursday, May 14 — 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Virtual)

SOAR Registration Fees

  • Student: $60
  • Guest: Free

Liberty Campus

SOAR Session Dates & Times

Students are required to attend SOAR, in its entirety, to receive and retain a course schedule.

*Full term & Minimester I courses begin on May 18, 2026.
*Minimester II courses begin on June 22, 2026.

SOAR registration for Summer 2026 admitted students is now open! All students who plan to enter for the Summer 2026 term should attend SOAR on the date and time listed below.

  • Thursday, May 14 — 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Virtual)

SOAR Registration Fees

  • Student: $60
  • Guest: Free

SOAR Requirements

Students that have been admitted into fully online programs are not required to attend a “live” SOAR session. These student types will be required to complete a series of asynchronous Online Orientation Modules to satisfy their SOAR requirements and register for classes. Please review the timeline below for more information.

Fully Online SOAR Timeline

  • November 3, 2025 – Spring 2026 SOAR registration opens in the Status Portal. Students should complete registration and pay the SOAR commitment fee to gain access to next steps. 
  • Upon SOAR Reservation – Complete the Advising Questionnaire located in your Status Portal. Your advisor will use your responses to build your course schedule.
  • May 1, 2026 – Summer 2026 Online Orientation Modules become available for those who have registered and paid the SOAR commitment fee. These modules are required to be completed in their entirety to retain class schedule.
  • May 15, 2026 – Deadline to complete Online Orientation Modules for Term A Students.
  • June 18, 2026 – Deadline to complete Online Orientation Modules for Term B Students.

SOAR Commitment Fees

Fully Online Programs:

  • Student – $60
    • Includes: Access to virtual modules, student materials including Georgia Southern t-shirt mailed to your home, and trained staff to assist in your transition