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Freshman: Fall 2026

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Gearing up for your first semester at Georgia Southern University?

SOAR registration for Fall 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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Take the Next Step!

Admitted students only: 

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

Not sure if you’re admitted?

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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!

Freshman 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.

In-Person Sessions

  • Wednesday, May 27
  • Friday, May 29
  • Tuesday, June 2
  • Thursday, June 4
  • Friday, June 8
  • Tuesday, July 14
  • Thursday, July 16
  • Tuesday, July 21
  • Thursday, July 23
  • Tuesday, July 28
  • Thursday, July 30

Virtual SOAR Sessions

  • Tuesday, June 9
  • Friday, July 10
  • Friday, July 24

Registration Fees

In-Person/On-Campus Sessions

  • Student – $60
    • Includes: Student materials including a bag with Georgia Southern swag, trained staff to assist in your transition, lunch/snack breaks as applicable, print materials, and other items.
  • Guest (max of 2) – $20 each
    • Includes: Guest materials and bag, trained staff to assist in your transition, lunch/snack breaks as applicable, print materials, and other items.

Guests ages 8 and under are not required to pay as a guest, however, a meal will need to be purchased for them if they plan to eat lunch on campus.

Virtual Sessions

  • Student – $60
    • Includes: Georgia Southern swag mailed home and trained staff to assist in your transition.
  • Guest – Free
    • Students can bring one guest to virtual SOAR at no charge.

In-Person Sessions

  • Tuesday, June 16
  • Thursday, June 25
  • Wednesday, July 8
  • Tuesday, August 4

Virtual Sessions

  • Tuesday, June 9
  • Friday, July 10
  • Friday, July 24

Registration Fees

In-Person/On-Campus Sessions

  • Student – $60
    • Includes: Student materials including a bag with Georgia Southern swag, trained staff to assist in your transition, lunch/snack breaks as applicable, print materials, and other items.
  • Guest (max of 2) – $20 each
    • Includes: Guest materials and bag, trained staff to assist in your transition, lunch/snack breaks as applicable, print materials, and other items.

Guests ages 8 and under are not required to pay as a guest, however, a meal will need to be purchased for them if they plan to eat lunch on campus.

Virtual Sessions

  • Student – $60
    • Includes: Georgia Southern swag mailed home and trained staff to assist in your transition.
  • Guest – Free
    • Students can bring one guest to virtual SOAR at no charge.

Liberty SOAR sessions are half-day sessions from 4:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. and students should plan on being available for the duration of their session.

In-Person Sessions

  • Thursday, June 11
  • Thursday, June 9

Virtual Sessions

  • Tuesday, June 9
  • Friday, July 10
  • Friday, July 24

Registration Fees

In-Person/On-Campus Sessions

  • Student – $35
    • Includes: Student materials including a bag with Georgia Southern swag, trained staff to assist in your transition, snack break, print materials, and other items.
  • Guest (max of 2) – $10 each
    • Includes: Guest materials and bag, trained staff to assist in your transition, snack break, print materials, and other items.

Guests ages 8 and under are not required to pay as a guest, however, a meal will need to be purchased for them if they plan to eat lunch on campus.

Virtual Sessions

  • Student – $60
    • Includes: Georgia Southern swag mailed home and trained staff to assist in your transition.
  • Guest – Free
    • Students can bring one guest to virtual SOAR at no charge.

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 3rd, 2025 – Fall 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.
  • June 1, 2026 – Fall 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.
  • August 1, 2026 – Deadline to complete Online Orientation Modules. Students accepted after July 15, 2026, will have until the first day of classes to complete these modules. 

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