VIrtual Orientation

Your journey as an Eagle starts here. Student Orientation, Advising & Registration (SOAR) connects you with the tools, advising, and support you need to succeed—anytime, anywhere.

Whether you're beginning your college journey or transferring from another institution, this is the start of your path to success. This virtual orientation connects you with essential academic resources, advising support, financial and technology tools. Through SOAR, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate your academic path, engage with the MSU community, and make the most of your online learning experience.

🏁 Start Here

Click through each section to explore these topics and learn about important resources. When you've finished, be sure to complete the exit survey to record your attendance.

Academic Advising

Learn how our professional advisors can help you follow your academic program and stay on track.

Student Support

Get information about services that help you be successful.

Dining & Housing Info

View information about dining plans and options and how to apply for housing.

EagleCard

Your EagleCard is your official MSU ID and is used for meal plans, residence hall access and more.

Financial Aid

Find out about financial aid resources, definitions and processes.

Student Billing

Learn about your student bill, how to set up a payment plan, and more.

Registrar

The registrar is the office that manages your academic info - semester calendar, grades, graduation, official records, drop/add a class and more. Learn more about this office.

Parking & Safety Info

View information about parking and weather and safety alerts.

Expectations & Policies

Understand the expectations for online students and instructors, and the policies and guidelines for online learning.

MyMSU & Self-Service

Access online services for billing, classes, financial aid, scholarships and more.

Learn about MyMSU & Self-Service

Eagle Books

Eagle Books is a convenient and affordable program designed to support your academic success. MSU has partnered with Barnes & Noble to provide you with all the required digital and print materials for your courses before the first day of class. This reduces the cost of course materials and makes the process simple.

Learn about Eagle Books

Get Involved!

Join one of the more than 100 student organizations, including fraternities and sororities, academic, service, and other interest-based groups. 💙💛 View Activities & Organizations

Have Fun!

Take a hike. Go for a paddle. MSU has a campus lake with hiking trails connecting to the Sheltowee Trace and Daniel Boone National Forest, or visit the Recreation & Wellness Center. 🥾🛶 Visit the Rec

Get Creative!

Unleash your creativity at MSU! Join a theatre production or explore the art galleries on campus and around town." 🎭🎨 View Arts & Culture Opportunities Pictured: "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown!" October 2024

Go to Events!

Have fun! Go to events like concerts, Eagle Fest, Family Weekend, Homecoming and more. 🦅☀️ View events

📲 Get Connected!

Follow MSU on social media for events, news, stories about students and alumni and more!

Connect

Completed Orientation?

Please complete the exit survey and you're ready to start your journey as an Eagle.

🦅 What's Next, New Eagles?

✔️ Use this checklist to make sure you're ready for Fall 2026!

Go to Checklist

Contact Us

Megan Duff

Enrollment Services Center
121 E. Second Street
Morehead, KY 40351

EMAIL: mm.jordan@moreheadstate.edu
PHONE: 606-783-2000