SOAR 2026
Your First Step as a Holy Cross Saint
SOAR (Saints Orientation, Advising, and Registration) is your official introduction to Holy Cross College. During this two-day experience, you’ll meet future classmates, connect with faculty and staff, register for classes, and begin your journey as an engaged scholar, courageous citizen, virtuous leader, and passionate disciple.
SOAR Schedule
Session 1
June 18-19, 2026
Session 2
June 25-26, 2026
Session 3
July 10-11, 2026
Each session begins at 2 p.m. ET on Day 1 and concludes at approximately 2:30 p.m. ET on Day 2.
Location: Vincent Hall Atrium
Holy Cross College
Notre Dame, Indiana
Overnight Stay Information
Students will stay overnight in a residence hall.
Bring:
- Pillow
- Sheets
- Blanket
- Towel
- Toiletries
- Comfortable clothes
- Cell phone charger
For students traveling by air, linens can be provided upon request.
Sample Schedule
Day One
- 2 p.m. Check-In
- 3 p.m. Welcome
- 3:30 p.m. English Placement Test
- 4:30 p.m. Mass
- 5 p.m. Dinner and Activities
Day Two
- 8 a.m. Breakfast
- 9 a.m. Office of Student Success
- 10 a.m. Advising and Information Sessions
- Lunch
- 2 p.m. Closing