Freshman Orientation (SOAR)
Submit Before SOAR
Prior to your SOAR session you may be contacted via your Tech campus email, accessed through TechExpress, to resolve the following items (holds) on your account. You can also find information regarding any holds you may have within your TechExpress account.
Each student should resolve these matters prior to their orientation session to prevent any problems with their admittance or course registration.
- Health Services Documentation
Please review the Health Services Required Forms (click here) for details about the required documentation and forms needed for new students.
- Residential Life Requirement
Housing Application (click here)
Required for freshmen, unless commuting from their parent/legal guardian's main residence. Parent/Legal guardian’s residence must be within 50 mile radius of campus. For more information, visit www.tntech.edu/reslife/.
Hepatitis/Meningitis Form (click here)
If you are 17 and under at the time you attend SOAR. Your parent or legal guardian is required to complete and sign both sections of this form. Meningitis shots are REQUIRED by state law for any new student living on-campus.
- Selective Service Hold
Currently, the United States Government requires all male students 18 years or older to register with the Selective Service. If you are male and checked 'No' regarding this registration on your application for admission but are now 18 years old, then check your Tech email for instructions. For more information, please click the button below.
Recommended Items to Bring to SOAR
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Items marked (*) are required to bring to SOAR. All other items are recommended for students and guests attending a SOAR session:
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I-9 Information**
Students that will be working on campus will need to obtain an I-9 card, Employment Eligibility Verification Form. You will not be able to pick up your work assignment or start working until the process is complete. It’s suggested that you complete this process while at orientation so please contact Human Resources at hr@tntech.edu or at (931) 372-3034 for details on how to complete the I-9 process.