First-Year Students SOAR Prep and Deadlines

Prepare for SOAR 

(ALL DUE BY JUNE 1)

1. RSVP to SOAR- RSVPs will be open in early May
   Get your class schedule, take your student ID photo, and more!
2. Complete the Pre-Advising Questionnaire-Link will be available in early May
   This ensures your career goals and interests align well with the major you were admitted to.  
3. Complete the Math Assessment-Link will be available in early May
   This provides a recommendation for the math course that best compliments your strengths and aptitudes as well as fulfills your major and Core Curriculum requirements.

Attend SOAR 

(JUNE 23, 24, 25, or 26, 2025)

SOAR is a one-day orientation, advising, and registration program for incoming first-year students and their families. Families are strongly encouraged to attend to meet with faculty and staff members and learn about campus services. 

SOAR Information and Registration

Post SOAR To-Dos

• Preferred Housing Contract Deadline: June 30 (expected contract open date in early June)
  • Commuter Parking Information
• Optional Pre-Orientation Programs Application Deadline - July 9
  • Pre-Camp
  • Community Connections
• Health Forms Due: July 15
• All Financial Aid Paperwork Due: August 1
• Apply for Alternative Loans (as needed): August 1
• Waive/enroll in Student Health Insurance: MUST either enroll or Waive (An email from Gallagher Student Health will be sent to your Springfield College student email with a temporary password)
• Bill Due Date: August 1
• Vector Educational Models: August TBD

Important Dates

• SOAR: June 23, 24, 25, or 26
• Pre-Camp (if selected): August 26-29,
• Community Connections (if selected): August 26-29
• International Student Arrival & Welcome: August 27-29
• Move-in Day: August 29
• New Student Orientation (NSO): August 29-September 1
• New Student Convocation: August 29
• Family Weekend: October 3 and 4