Welcome
to the Nest.
You’re officially part of the Eagle family. Here’s everything you need to do before your first day on campus.
First Things First
Check Your Acceptance
Review your official acceptance letter on the Admissions Status Check Page. This is your confirmation — don’t skip it.
Know Your Student Type
Your next steps depend on whether you’re a freshman, transfer, international, or returning student. Find your path below.
Secure Housing Early
For freshmen, housing fills up fast — apply as early as November to lock in your spot in the nest.
Complete the FAFSA
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to find out what scholarships and financial aid you qualify for.
Register for SOAR
SOAR is Georgia Southern’s orientation program — your official introduction to campus life, classes, and your fellow Eagles.
Submit Immunization Records
Georgia requires proof of immunization before you can register for classes. Head to the Health Services website to submit yours.
Complete Your Checklist
Select your student type below to view your personalized enrollment checklist. Then follow each step to complete required tasks like housing, orientation, financial aid, official transcripts, immunizations, and tuition payment before your first semester.
Apply early for housing to receive the best options! There is a mandatory live-on campus requirement for all incoming freshmen. Two to three days after your acceptance, you will be able to log into the Housing Application using your Eagle ID and date of birth. You will need to pay a $150 non-refundable application fee when completing the application.
Statesboro Campus Priority Deadline — March 1
Armstrong Campus Priority Deadline — April 1
SOAR is a mandatory orientation program for all new students. Registration for Spring SOAR will be available in September, and registration for Summer and Fall SOAR will be available on November 1. New information and updates are posted regularly on the SOAR website.
If you need financial aid or would like to be considered for the HOPE scholarship (Georgia students only), you will need to complete the FAFSA.
FAFSA Priority Filing Deadline – February 1, 2026
If you are in high school, request that your guidance counselor send us your final high school transcript. This will include all of your classes and grades from all four years of high school and will not be available until after you graduate. Make sure it includes your graduation date as well. If you have attended college through Dual Enrollment, we will need all official final transcripts from all colleges attended. Make sure they are sent to us directly from the college once you complete all of your Dual Enrollment work.
Visit the Health Services website for instructions on submitting the required immunization records and tuberculosis screening. These should submitted in the My.GeorgiaSouthern portal in Online Student Health. All forms should be received prior to beginning classes.
Your tuition and fees will be tallied by the Office of Student Fees. The bill will vary in amount, but will be based on the following:
- Number of Credit Hours You Are Registered to Take During the Semester
- Residence Hall costs
- Student Fees
- Meal Plan
- Financial Aid Award
Additional expenses not billed by Georgia Southern include: EagleXpress, food, gas, off-campus rent, utilities, etc. The bill can be accessed online and is due by the first day of classes. Anyone who fails to pay their tuition and fees by this time will have their classes cancelled. Note, tuition and fees are approved by the University System of Georgia annually, and changes in tuition and fee rates are typically effective fall semester each year. Learn more about payment options.
Review tuition and fees for the current academic year here.SOAR is a mandatory orientation program for all new students. Registration for Spring SOAR will be available in September, and registration for Summer and Fall SOAR will be available on November 1. New information and updates are posted regularly on the SOAR website.
Once you have been accepted to Georgia Southern, you can view your detailed credit evaluation report online via your Status Check Page.
If you need financial aid or would like to be considered for the HOPE scholarship (Georgia students only), you will need to complete the FAFSA. Financial aid does not transfer from one school to another. Once you have been admitted to Georgia Southern, contact your current school and have all remaining financial aid canceled.
Update your current year FAFSA to include Georgia Southern University’s federal school code, 001572. The 2026-27 FAFSA (for the Fall 2026 semester) is open!
If you were accepted under the Conditional Acceptance policy, then your acceptance to Georgia Southern is contingent upon the successful completion of 30 transferable semester hours (45 transferable quarter hours) and a final cumulative transferable 2.0 GPA. To prove this you must send an official final college transcript to our office before the first day of classes. If you are currently in classes and were accepted as a regular transfer student, we will need a copy of your final college transcript in order to give you credit for these courses and finalize your acceptance.
Visit the International Student Admissions & Programs page.
Visit the International Student Accepted Checklist
Degree Seeking
- Log in to the MyGS student portal
- Review holds
- Submit updated residency information
- Submit FAFSA (if applicable): include FAFSA school code
- Submit immunizations (if attending in-person) and TB questionnaire
- Confirm direct access to registration; contact Advising if assistance is needed
- Ensure official transcripts from all previous undergraduate institutions are on file
- Obtain student ID / EagleCard
Non-Degree Seeking
- Log in to the MyGS student portal
- Review holds
- Submit updated residency information
- Submit immunizations (if attending in-person) and TB questionnaire
- Confirm direct access to registration; contact Registrar if assistance is needed (no advisor assigned)
- Obtain student ID / EagleCard
Complete important steps in your MyGeorgiaSouthern portal!
Activate Your MyGS Portal & Access Your Georgia Southern Email
Reactivate your MyGeorgiaSouthern Portal and review your personal information. Make sure your full name, preferred name, mailing address, and phone number are correct to receive the most up-to-date information from Georgia Southern.
Access your Georgia Southern email. This is how we will communicate information to you about your requirements and other helpful information. Please check it daily!
Log in to the MyGS Student Portal
Log in to the MyGeorgiaSouthern student portal and review your account.
Review Holds
Review any holds you may have on your account through MyGeorgiaSouthern > WINGS. Resolve any new or previously pending holds so that you can register for classes.
Submit Updated Residency Information
Ensure your residency status is up to date in your student account.
Submit FAFSA (If Applicable)
If you are degree-seeking, you may qualify for federal financial aid. Complete the FAFSA and include Georgia Southern’s school code.
Submit Official Transcripts
If you have attended another institution since you last enrolled at Georgia Southern, ensure all official transcripts for any coursework completed since your last enrollment are submitted.
Submit Immunizations & TB Questionnaire
If you are attending in person, submit your immunization records and complete the TB questionnaire.
Confirm Registration Access
Confirm that you have direct access to registration. If you need assistance, contact Advising.
Obtain Your EagleCard
Obtain your student ID (EagleCard) for access to campus services.
Questions?
For questions about next steps as a readmitted or former student, please contact Molly Self-Hendry.