Roar Up! Orientation

Launching your college adventure! 

Student orientation leaders having fun on St. George Street

Roar Up! Orientation

Get ready to kick off your Flagler College journey with a blast at our two-day Roar Up! Orientations. 

It's not just about paperwork; it's about having a great time as you gear up for the semester. You can bring up to two guests to join in the fun! We'll have special events to acquaint you with your campus, dining options, and the many services we offer to support your educational journey. We also provide events for parents and relatives to enjoy.

While it’s not mandatory, it’s highly recommended. You can also choose to stay in one of our residence halls. 

Spring 2025

The Summer Roar Up Orientation sessions are for Fall 2025 admitted students only. 

To prepare for your transition to Flagler College, we will hold a two-day Roar Up! Orientations for our incoming students admitted to the Fall 2025 semester. Student registration is $100, and guests can register for an additional $35 each. Families can choose to attend one of our orientations and hear more from our campus offices including:

  • Academic Advising – Schedule Overview 
  • Financial Aid and Student Accounts
  • Residence Life
  • Student Engagement
  • Dining Services
  • Faculty and the classroom experience
  • Student support services

Upcoming Roar Up Sessions

Summer Roar Up Orientation sessions are for Fall 2025 admitted students only.

Register for June 16th – 17th

Register for June 26th – 27th

Register for July 17th – 18th

Register for July 28th – 29th

Register for August 8 – Transfer Student Session

If you have any questions or concerns, please email us at orientation@flagler.edu.

What's In Store

🎓 Academic Advising 

💰 Financial Aid and Student Accounts 

🏠 Residence Life 

🎉 Student Engagement 

🍔 Dining Services 

📚 Faculty and the classroom experience 

🤗 Student support services

Here are some pro tips

🚀 It's first come, first served, so pick the dates that suit you best. 

📧 Make sure you've got that confirmation email before you book your travel. 

📬 Keep a close eye on your Flagler email once you get your account credentials. Important updates are coming your way! 

🤗Encourage your parents or family members to join the Family Portal so they can stay updated!

Message from the President

"The advantage of a small college is that you are not another number." - President John Delaney 

Orientation Frequently Asked Questions

After you register and pay for Roar Up, we will send you an email confirmation! If you paid but didn't get the confirmation email, please email orientation@flagler.edu.

No, Orientation is not mandatory. However, we hope that you decide to join us. You can bond with your future roommates during your session and the overnight experience is a great time to meet new friends

The organizers of these separate programs take pride in providing different experiences for our students and families. The Office of Student Leadership and Engagement hosts Roar Up! while the Office of Admissions hosts Admitted Students Day. 

Roar Up! Orientation

  • Roar Up Orientation is a vibrant, fun, and comprehensive two-day program crafted to set you up for success in the fall and spring semesters. It offers valuable academic preparation. It’s a great way to start new friendships and connect with influential student leaders across our campus community.
  • During Roar Up, you can get critical items like your student ID and parking decal. We will also show you how to view your class schedule and access the many services we provide to ensure your success at Flagler.

Admitted Students Day

  • Admitted Student Day is an exclusive chance for our admitted and deposited students to dive deeper into our campus experience, establish connections with their future peers, and discover if Flagler College is the perfect fit for you.

It's $100 for students and $25 for guests to attend Roar Up! 

You can pay by:

Debit

Credit

Check (Enter PAYLATER in the promo code field on the registration form).

To confirm your spot, we must receive payment within two weeks of your orientation date.

You are allowed to bring up to two family members for $25 each. Please note that your family members will attend different sessions, and you will be separated during orientation.

Our new Flagler Saints can stay in one of our Residence halls. We encourage family members to make hotel accommodations near the college.

Florida weather can be a bit unpredictable. Please be prepared for any changes in the weather. The attire for Roar Up! is casual. Things to consider bringing:

  • Umbrella or rain jacket 
  • Pen, paper, or laptop 
  • Change of clothing 

If you or a family member need certain accommodations during Roar Up! please email orientation@flagler.edu at least two weeks before your session. 

We will work closely with The Disability Resource Center to ensure your accommodations are met and assist you during your orientation experience.

If you want to change your session, please email us at  orientation@flagler.edu. Please include your current session and the new proposed session. Please understand that session dates are first come, first served.

At orientation, you will get to meet representatives from the Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE) office to discuss accessing your class schedule. As long as you complete your placement test prior to attending orientation, you will have access to your schedule. 

For more information, please visit the page below.

Go to Academic Onboarding

Students who participate in the on-campus experience will stay in the FEC B Tower during orientation.  It's a great opportunity to view those residence halls. We will not be able to show other residences halls.

Yes. If you stay overnight, you must bring your own linen and toiletries. 

Transportation and Hotel Accommodations

For a list of nearby hotels, visit the page below.

Transportation and Lodging

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please email us at orientation@flagler.edu or contact Ashley Brown, Director of Student Leadership and Engagement, at 904-819-6307.