SOAR FAQs

Student Orientation and Registration (SOAR) is an orientation event designed to help first-year and transfer students transition to life at NCCU. During orientation, you will engage with various campus departments and student leaders, learn academic expectations, register for your semester courses and be immersed in NCCU traditions and campus culture.

Yes, orientation is mandatory for all first-year and transfer students. Second-degree seeking students who did not receive their first degree from NCCU are also required to attend.

Spring 2021 orientation will not take place in person. Sessions will take place virtually, and your attendance is required.

Yes, the cost to attend orientation for first-year and transfer students is $225. This fee is non-refundable and covers the $100 enrollment fee, giveaways and other administrative expenses. You may register at https://www.nccu.edu/life-nc-central/soar.

It is not mandatory for parents and/or guests to attend; however, it is highly encouraged. The cost for attendance for parents and/or guests is $55. There is a two-person maximum per student who may attend. The fee is also non-refundable and covers giveaways and administrative expenses.