SOAR is for first-time students who have recently graduated from high school and transfer students from a community college or other four-year institution; it is designed to help you make a smooth transition to life at NCCU. During this orientation, you will immerse yourself in NCCU's traditions, campus culture and academic programs. You will also learn about the exciting new experiences and challenges you may encounter during your first year, including academic expectations and student life.
Student Orientation, Advising and Registration (SOAR)

SOAR Registration Information
We know that you are excited about embarking on this next step in your academic career, and we are here to guide you each step of the way as you take the final steps to join us at the Nest.
You will receive an email notification when you are able to begin completing the Before You SOAR Checklist, allowing you to register for SOAR.
Be advised that SOAR is mandatory for all first-time and transfer students. Please note that there is no up-front cost to register for SOAR; however, a non-refundable orientation fee will be billed to your student account after your registration has been received.
SOAR 2022 Session Dates
- Tuesday, May 10, 2022 (Summer One admits only)
- Sunday, June 12, 2022–Tuesday, June 14, 2022
- Sunday, June 26, 2022–Tuesday, June 28, 2022
- Sunday, July 10, 2022–Tuesday, July 12, 2022
- Sunday, July 17, 2022–Tuesday, July 19, 2022
- Sunday, July 24, 2022–Tuesday, July 26, 2022
SOAR 2022 Schedule Snapshot - Students
A full itinerary will be provided at Orientation.
Sunday:
12–5 p.m., Registration and check-in (based on the student's last name)
5–6:30 p.m., New Eagle "meet and greet" dinner
6:30–10 p.m., SOAR activities
Monday:
7:30 a.m., Late registration and breakfast
9 a.m.–10 p.m., SOAR activities
Tuesday:
7:30 a.m., Breakfast
8:45 a.m. - 5 p.m., SOAR activities and departure
SOAR 2022 Schedule Snapshot - Parents
A full itinerary will be provided at Orientation.
Sunday:
12–5:00 p.m., Registration and check-in (based on student's last name)
5–6:30 p.m., New Eagle parent "meet and greet" dinner
Monday:
7:30 a.m., Late registration and breakfast
9 a.m..–5 p.m., SOAR activities
Tuesday:
7:30 a.m., Breakfast
9 a.m.–5 p.m., SOAR activities and departure
Durham Hotels
Courtyard by Marriott
Durham Near Duke University Downtown
1815 Front Street
Durham, NC 27705
Telephone: 919-309-1500
Durham Marriott
201 Foster Street
Durham, NC 27701
Telephone: 919-768-6015
Millennium Durham
2800 Campus Walk Avenue
Durham, NC 27705
Telephone: 919-383-8575
The Durham Hotel
315 East Chapel Hill Street
Durham, NC 27701
Telephone: 919-768-8830
21c Museum Hotel Durham
111 North Corcoran Street
Durham, NC 27701
Telephone: 833-441-1250
Comfort Inn Research Triangle Park
4507 Apex Hwy/NC-55
Durham, NC 27713
Telephone: 919-361-2656
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh-Durham
2515 Meridian Parkway
Durham, NC 27713
Telephone: 919-361-4660