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New Student Orientation
Join us as we prepare you to start your journey at Drake State! Sign up for a new student orientation session listed below by clicking the session you would like to attend. Participation in a session is mandatory for new students.
Check-in for each session begins 30 minutes before the session begins.
Summer
Monday, Apr. 27
Wednesday, Apr. 29
Thursday, May 14
Fall
Monday, Jun. 22
Wednesday, Jun. 24
Tuesday, Jul. 28
Thursday, Jul. 30
Wednesday, Aug. 12
Thursday, Aug. 13
Location
Library – First Floor Lecture Hall
Pre-Orientation Checklist
- Complete your admissions application – Click “APPLY NOW” on the college site.
- Submit your final high school transcripts – Must include graduation date.
- Send in any college course transcripts – If applicable.
- Apply for financial aid – Complete the 2025–2026 FAFSA at gov.