海角大神

SOAR

The freshman orientation program at 海角大神 is called Student Orientation, Advising and Registration (SOAR). This overnight event will give you the opportunity to become more familiar with collegiate life at Detroit Mercy by meeting other new students, touring university facilities, learning about available resources and registering for classes.

Registration for SOAR will become available in early 2025.

SOAR 2025 Dates
June 5 - 6
June 12 - 13
July 10 - 11
July 17 - 18

Arrival Details
Check-In Begins: 7:45 a.m.
Program Begins: 8:40 a.m.
Program Ends: 1 p.m. on Friday
Location: Student Union, Second Floor, Ballroom
Parking: Lot D
Entrance: West McNichols Road
McNichols Campus Map

Packing List

• Sleeping bag / bedding
• Pillow
• Towel
• Bathrobe (optional)
• Shower shoes / flip-flops
• Personal toiletries
• Casual attire
• Small fan
• Student ID number (needed for registration)
• My Portal log in credentials (needed for registration)

Can't make it to SOAR?

If you live out of town and are unable to attend SOAR, contact the Office of Admissions to set up a meeting with your academic advisor.

Call: 313-993-1245
Text: 313-494-0110
Email: admissions@udmercy.edu

Academic Advising

During SOAR or just before your session, you will meet with your academic advisor who will help you choose your classes. To register for classes, you will need your My Portal log in credentials and student ID number. Please make note of this information prior to your SOAR session.