Orientation

Student Orientation, Advisement and Registration (SOAR) is a vital part of the collegiate experience at USC Sumter. This program is designed to help you with the transition to college life and is required for all new, degree-seeking, students to USC Sumter.

Things to Know Before SOAR

› SOAR sessions are estimated to last a full day, plan to be with us for the full time.
› Check-in begins at 8:00 a.m. in the Nettles Auditorium. The program starts promptly at 8:30 a.m and will last until 5:00 p.m.
› If you have not yet been accepted to USC Sumter, your registration will be cancelled.
› Students attending the earlier orientations will have the best course selection; do not wait until the last minute.
› Lunch is provided.
› Dress comfortably.
› Parking is available next to the Nettles/Schwartz Buildings.

Informational Sessions Conducted By:

› Financial Aid
› Opportunity Scholars Program (OSP)
› Records & Registration
› Student Affairs
› Student Life
› Advisement & Counseling

Events of the Day Also Include:

› Campus Tours
› Club & Organization Fair
› Getting your Student ID
› Taking the Foreign Language Placement Test
› Meeting with your advisor
› Registering for class

SOAR Orientation Survey

We want to hear from you! Take our Soar Orientation Survey.