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Welcome to the Beach Family! Student Orientation, Advising & Registration (SOAR) provides incoming students with a set of shared experiences and information designed to set the tone for student achievement, personal growth and meaningful connections. Aligning with the university mission, a commitment to providing highly valued undergraduate opportunities is at the core of SOAR. The information below is for students who are completely new to college — we refer to this population as First-Time/First-Year students. 

First-Time/First-Year SOAR Experience

As a First-Time/First-Year Student your SOAR Experience will include:

• A one-day workshop where your orientation, advising & registration will all take place in-person: 
  Orientation where you’ll learn more about campus life and resources to support your transition to life at Cal State Long Beach. 
  Advising & Registration where you will meet with an advisor and select your classes for Spring 2027.
• Parking on campus
• Beach swag and lunch
• Campus tour, resource fair and giveaways
• Breakout sessions to learn more about campus resources, services and opportunities to join campus life
• Community and connection with fellow students  

SOAR takes place from 8:30am to 5:00pm during the summer. Please ensure your travel plans allow you to stay with us all day. 

First-Time/First-Year SOAR Workshop Date(s)

January 2027: Thursday, January 14th at 1pm (PST) - VIRTUAL OPTION ONLY

Important: You must first submit your °µÍøTV Admitted Student Reply and Enrollment Deposit by Sunday, November 15, OR the deadline determined by °µÍøTV Admissions. After submitting these two items, an email will be sent that provides an introduction to introduces the SOAR Experience, workshop dates, and upcoming deadlines. Workshop dates available to you are based on your declared major and scheduled by your designated advising center. The earlier you attend SOAR, the better selection of classes you'll have from which to choose.

Make your SOAR Workshop Reservation starting November 3 via your . Not sure which academic college your major falls within? Visit °µÍøTV Colleges and Department to find your major and college.

Visit the SOAR Survival Guide Page for information on how to make your SOAR Reservation.