Spring SOAR: Mature | Non-Traditional

 
SOAR Date
January 8, 2010
Where to Stay

If you need overnight acommodations (SOAR starts at 8 am and ends at 5 pm), click here for a hotel listing or contact the Statesboro Convention and Visitors Bureau. Their toll-free lodging reservation line is 1-800-568-3301.

For Spring Semester: Online application for on-campus housing will be available in October. For more information visit University Housing.

What to Bring
  • Lots of energy! Our program is power-packed with information, fun, and spirit! Be ready to SOAR!
  • A list of questions that we may answer. We have outstanding Administration, Faculty, and Staff to assist you.
  • Your GSU Report of Medical History (Immunization Report) if you have not submitted it to Health Services already (visit http://services.georgiasouthern.edu/health and click on "Immunizations" to get a copy).
  • Comfortable shoes and clothes, and an umbrella (if needed).
  • Pen and Paper (Be prepared to learn a lot).
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Parents/Guests
Parents and guests are encouraged to attend; there will be morning and afternoon presentations specific to parent needs. An additional charge of $20 for the first guest and $10 for each additional guest will apply. 

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Schedule of Events
You must attend the entire event in order to advise and register for classes. No late arrivals will be accepted.

Parent Schedule

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COMPASS Exam

All Non-Traditional students (generally defined as a first-time college student who has been out of high school for at least five years) are required to take the COMPASS exam prior to your registration and enrollment. Please contact the Testing Office at 912.478.5415 at your earliest convenience to schedule a time to complete this exam. Your selection of an early test date will avoid unnecessary delay and expedite your orientation and registration. This exam must be taken prior to SOAR.

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Reservation

Student Fee: $35.00
Includes: Orientation Binder, SOAR T-shirt, Lunch, and Trained staff to assist with your transition.

Parent/Guest Fee: $20.00 for the first guest, $10.00 for each additional guest.
Includes: Orientation Materials, Lunch, and Trained staff to assist.

SOAR Reservation Process:

  • Click on the reservation link below.
  • Enter your last name, date of birth, and the last four digists of your Social Security number. Click the “Get Admissions Status Information ” button.
  • In the Orientation Information box, click on the “SOAR Online Reservation Form” link.
  • Follow the instructions by selecting a SOAR session and completing your reservation with a VISA or MasterCard payment.

Online Reservation

If you do not have a credit card, please fill out this pdf and send in a check or money order with this reservation form.

Refunds are available with written cancellation at least three business days prior to the scheduled session. All refunds are subject to a $10 processing fees.

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Confirmation
Accessing your SOAR Confirmation Letter:
  • After reserving your SOAR session, return to the Admissions Status Check page.
  • Enter your last name, date of birth, and Social Security number. Click the “Get Admissions Status Information” button.
  • In the Orientation Information box, click on the “Confirmation Information” link. Print your two-page confirmation letter. To access the second page, click on the “Detailed Information” link in the top right corner of the first page.

If you have a disability and need special accommodations, please call SOAR at 912.478.7627 a week prior to arrival.

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