At SOAR (Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration), new students begin their transition to UW–Madison by learning about academic advising, degree requirements, and campus resources. Students will also:
- Enroll in courses for the upcoming semester
- Discover a wide array of academic and social opportunities
- Begin integrating into university life and culture
- Define their Wisconsin Experience
- Understand university policies, procedures, and processes
Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) is run by the Office of Student Transition and Family Engagement (OSTFE) within Student Affairs at UW–Madison.
Our Mission
SOAR facilitates the successful transition to the UW-Madison community through a shared experience for all new undergraduate students and their families.
Our Vision
Our vision is for all new undergraduate students to successfully join the UW-Madison community and that this transition is commonly understood as a journey beginning with SOAR and continuing throughout students’ first year.