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You are invited to

to begin your journey


SOAR is Summer Orientation, Advisement and Registration. AT TEN DIN G S OAR I S YO U R N E XT ST E P TO BE CO M I N G A BE AR CAT.

SOAR Date options

To ensure you get your first choice, be sure to register for SOAR early! Students are welcome to bring ONE GUEST. All attendees must wear a face covering on campus.

JUNE 2021

JULY 2021

Register for SOAR at nwmissouri.edu/login/ • Click on CatPAWS

• Log in/Enter Secure Area using your User ID (919#) and PIN • Click the Orientation tab • Select “Click here to enter Orientation System” Registering for SOAR will take approximately 15 minutes. Parents, it is important that your student is present to select their registration preferences, confirm personal information and answer academic information.

SOAR DATES • • • • • • • • • •

Tuesday, June 15 Wednesday, June 16 Friday, June 18 Saturday, June 19 Tuesday, June 22 Wednesday, June 23 Friday, June 25 Saturday, June 26 Friday, July 23 Saturday, July 24 BEARCAT TIP

If you are unable to attend an oncampus SOAR day, go ahead and register for SOAR to complete the advisement intake questions, so we can prepare for your arrival in the fall. Directions to register for SOAR

For more information about Northwest’s COVID-19 policies, visit nwmissouri.edu/alert/ coronavirus/index.htm.

After you register, an email notification of your SOAR date will be sent to you. Detailed confirmation packets will be emailed to you and available for download closer to your SOAR date. For more information about SOAR, visit nwmissouri.edu/admissions/fye/soar/index.htm. 2 NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY


What to expect at SOAR

SOAR is a full-day program. Please plan to be on campus from approximately 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. where you will: • Meet and build connections with fellow Bearcats

• Become familiar with Northwest’s campus and resources • View your class schedule and meet with an advisor

What your guest should expect at SOAR: • Become familiar with Northwest’s services and resources • Meet staff from across campus • Learn how to support your new college student

Watch your email for opportunities to connect with your soar leader

Academic Advisement and Class Schedule

Your class schedule will be customized based on: • Your major and recommendations from your academic department or school • ACT score, high school transcript and earned AP credit, IB credit and dual credit • Scholarship requirements • Your participation in music ensembles, varsity sports and Academic Living Communities • Course preferences and academic profile information you submit when registering for SOAR

For more information about SOAR, visit nwmissouri.edu/admissions/fye/soar/index.htm. NORTHWEST MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY 3


OFFICIALLY A

BEARCAT DETACH TO SHARE YOUR BEARCAT PRIDE!

We can’t wait to see you! Are you the first in your family to attend college?

Check out some first-generation tips and resources available to you at nwmissouri.edu/studentsuccess/firstgen.

In the meantime, here are some items you can complete before attending SOAR: • Apply for housing in CatPAWS • Complete FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa • Complete the Health History Form and bring it to SOAR. Find it at https:// www.nwmissouri.edu/wellness/PDF/ HEALTHFORM.pdf • Submit final high school and community college transcripts

Log into CatPAWS and enter the Orientation System to view your personalized checklist. Need to change your major? Enter the Orientation System in CatPAWS or email studentsuccess@nwmissouri.edu.

Have any questions?

Call 800.633.1175 or 660.562.1695 and ask for a member of the SOAR team or email us at studentsuccess@nwmissouri.edu.

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