New undergraduates are welcomed by a number of programs designed to assist with their transition into the UNCG community. The Office of Orientation coordinates these programs to meet the needs of traditional and nontraditional students. Orientation activities include academic advising and registration for classes along with tours of the campus and campus resource fairs. French, Latin, and Spanish language and mathematics placement tests are also given at this time.
New students entering UNCG in the fall semester are expected to participate in the SOAR program (Spartan Orientation, Advising, and Registration), which occurs in June, July, and August. Traditional freshmen are required to attend SOAR. New students are also expected to participate in Spartan Welcome Weekend which takes place a few days prior to the beginning of classes in the fall.
