New Student Orientation

Welcome to the LION CULTURE EXPERIENCE… your starter kit to excellence without excuse!

Checklist

NSO Checklist

New Student Orientation is mandatory for all incoming freshman and transfer students. Below we offer several options to choose from.

We have outlined your pre-arrival checklist. If you do not complete it by July 15, 2026, please call our office for assistance at (706) 821-8200.

Finalize your enrollment and prepare for transition to Paine College by completing the steps in this checklist BEFORE July 15, 2026:

Application & Transcripts

Be sure to submit Paine application and official transcripts from your high school, dual enrollment or any transfer credits. Check your status: (706) 821.8320.

Final Transcripts

Submit your FINAL high school transcript and any college transcripts to the Office of Admissions.

Financial Aid Status

Check your Financial Aid Status. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) before June 30, 2026. Be sure to add our school code 001587.

Additional Scholarship Information

Pay Fees

Pay your fees to secure your spot:
• Housing Deposit $250 (one-time fee)
• Enrollment Fee $150 (one-time fee)

PaineNet

Log into PaineNet, this is your student portal. OPEN and READ your Paine email at least twice a week for updates before move in.
*Having trouble accessing Paine email? Contact IT Staff.

Housing

Planning to live on campus? Complete the Housing Application | Contact Residential Life with questions.

Class Schedule

For any questions regarding your class schedule email Records Staff.
To see your class schedule you can log into PaineNet. (Use a computer to log in for initial review).

Campus Alerts

Sign up for E2Campus Alert (emergency messaging)

Save The Dates

Save the following dates:
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 – Finances Cleared, Deposits, Schedule, Housing Secured
Friday, July 24th – Saturday, July 25th, 2026 – New Student Move In
Sunday, July 26, 2026 – New Student | Parent Orientation & Parting Ceremony
Monday, July 27 – August 2, 2026 – New Student Orientation Week
Sunday, August 2, 2026 – Freshman Class Induction Ceremony
Monday, August 3, 2026 – First Day of Class… The ROAR begins with YOU!

Need to Know Links:

Academics Admissions Dining Tuition & Fees Student Handbook

NSO Schedule of Events

(Events subject to change)

The Lion Culture Experience – "Discover Your Pride. Define Your Purpose. Develop Your Legacy."

Signature Events

Partners in the Journey

A special orientation experience designed exclusively for parents/supporters and families to learn about campus resources, student expectations, communication, and ways to support their student's success.

Parting Ceremony: Purpose & Possibility

A meaningful ceremony where families formally entrust their students to the Paine College community as students begin their collegiate journey.

Freshman Induction & Pinning Ceremony

The official academic induction into the Paine College family, where members of the Class of 2030 receive their Lion Pin and publicly commit to the ideals of Excellence Without Excuse, scholarship, leadership, and service.
July 24-25

Move In & Early Arrivals

Throughout the day

HEAL Complex

Residence Hall Move-In & Check-In


Sunday, July 26

Belonging Starts Here

11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Welcome Brunch with the President & First Lady

1:30–2:30 PM

Candler Memorial Library

Partners in the Journey (Parent Session)

3:00–4:00 PM

Gilbert-Lambuth Memorial Chapel

Parting Ceremony: Purpose & Possibility

4:30-6:30 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner

7:00 PM

Candler Memorial Library

Meet Your Orientation Leaders


Monday, July 27

Student Support Services

7:00–8:45 AM

Peters Campus Center

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Morning Motivation

9:15–11:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Student Success Sessions

11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Lunch

1:15–5:00 PM

Candler Memorial Library

Student Support Sessions

5:00 -7:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner

8:00 PM

TBD

Evening Social


Tuesday, July 28

Academic Success

7:00–8:45 AM

Peters Campus Center

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Morning Motivation

9:15–11:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Academic Success Sessions

11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Lunch

1:15–5:00 PM

Various Locations

Academic Readiness & Major Exploration Sessions

5:00 -7:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner

8:00 PM

TBD

Evening Social


Wednesday, July 29

The Student Perspective

7:00–8:45 AM

Peters Campus Center

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Morning Motivation

9:15–11:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Student Perspective Sessions

11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Lunch

1:00–5:00 PM

Various Locations

Student Life & Leadership Sessions

5:00 -7:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner

7:00 PM

Various Locations

Empowerment Sessions

8:00 PM

TBD

Evening Social


Thursday, July 30

Living the Paine Ideal

7:00–8:45 AM

Peters Campus Center

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Morning Motivation

9:15–11:15 AM

Various Locations

Paine Pride & Financial Literacy Sessions

11:15 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Lunch

1:00–5:00 PM

Various Locations

HBCU Experience & Wellness Sessions

5:00 -7:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner

8:00 PM

TBD

Evening Social


Friday, July 31

Begins With YOU

7:00–8:45 AM

Peters Campus Center

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Morning Motivation

9:15–11:00 AM

Candler Memorial Library

Personal Development Sessions

11:00 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Alumni Networking Lunch

1:00–4:00 PM

Various Locations

Paine Life Hacks Sessions

5:00 -7:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner - "Color Me Paine"

8:00 PM

TBD

Evening Social


Saturday, August 1

Community Day

10:30 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Brunch

1:00–4:00 PM

Various Locations

Campus Community Engagement

4:30–6:30 PM

Peters Campus Center

Dinner - "Rep Your Hometown"

7:00 PM

TBD

Evening Social


Sunday, August 2

From the Den to Destiny

10:00–11:30 AM

Gilbert-Lambuth Memorial Chapel

Freshman Induction & Pinning Ceremony

11:30 AM–1:00 PM

Peters Campus Center

Celebration Brunch

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