Admitted First Year Students
Congrats! You're a Piper!
Welcome to Hamline! We can't wait to have you join us on campus and help you take the lead in your studies, and in your life. To help you prepare for a successful transition to college life, we're excited to introduce you to our fun, information-packed orientation programs. These programs will help you connect with other first-year students, discover what’s great about being a Piper, and much more.
Get started on your Piper journey
Important dates
Your Next Steps
1. Submit your enrollment deposit
Submit your nonrefundable $400 enrollment deposit as soon as possible if. you are enrolling for spring 2025 and by no later than May 1 to start fall 2025. This deposit is credited toward your first-semester tuition and is not a separate fee. Use your application account information to log in and submit your deposit.
2. Apply for financial aid
Apply now for consideration for spring 2025 and after December 1, 2024, for financial aid for fall 2025. Your financial aid package from Hamline University may consist of merit scholarships, talent scholarships, and need-based grants, loans, or work options. If you have any questions, your admission counselor can help guide you through the financial aid process. The priority deadline is March 1, 2025 for students enrolling for fall 2025.
3. Apply for housing
Admitted students who have paid the $400 enrollment deposit will receive emailed instructions for completing the online housing application. Housing and dining contracts are available starting in July for students beginning the fall term and in October for students starting in the spring.
4. Complete new student onboarding
Once you've submitted an enrollment deposit, you'll receive information for a Hamline Workday account, which is your student portal. You will need to complete several steps in Workday. In addition, you will review information about submitting your immunization records in compliance with Minnesota state law.
5. Submit your final high school transcript
Submit your final high school transcript. To remain eligible for enrollment, your final high school transcripts must arrive by July 15, 2025, to start fall 2025. Prior to your last day of high school, request an official transcript be sent directly to Hamline University after your graduation date has passed. Final transcripts must be official and include the student’s graduation date.
6. Complete payment information
Billing information, including payment plan options and specific deadlines, will be mailed to all students who have paid their deposits.
7. Health insurance at Hamline
All Hamline University undergraduate students are required to carry some form of sickness and accident insurance coverage, either your own or the Hamline-sponsored student insurance plan.
- Domestic students: If you have your own health insurance coverage, you may waive the Hamline-sponsored student health insurance plan at the time of registration by entering your insurance company and policy number into Piperline.
- Automatic enrollment: If you do not waive coverage, you will be automatically enrolled in (and billed for) the policy sponsored by Hamline University.
- Future opt-in: If you have waived coverage through the Hamline-sponsored health insurance plan but wish to sign up at a later time, contact Student Accounts at 651-523-3000.
8. Attend admitted student events
Once you've completed the steps on your checklist, get started with an event to celebrate you, plus orientation sessions to prepare you to hit the ground running. Then dive into your first-year seminar, a course designed with your success in college at the forefront.
You're admitted! Join us for Admitted Student Days
Get an inside look at Hamline during our Admitted Student Day events on March 29 and April 12, 2025, and get even more information about why Hamline is right for you. Connect with your future classmates, explore campus life, and receive a special Hamline gift. Admitted Student Days events are a great way to get involved before your orientation sessions start in the summer.
Start your orientation with Summer Orientation and Registration (SOAR)
SOAR is the first of two mandatory orientation programs for all new students to help make your experience at Hamline exceptional. You'll meet the faculty and staff who will guide you on your academic journey, connect with New Student Mentors and future classmates, and register for your first semester of courses at Hamline.
You're almost there! Attend your final orientation in the fall
Fall orientation is the second mandatory orientation for all new students. During this program, you'll meet with your academic advisor, attend your first first-year seminar class, and learn about the opportunities and support available for you on campus.
An entire series of courses, just for you. Explore first year seminars (FYSEM)
Your FYSEM is an opportunity to learn about a unique topic that interests you while you develop the skills of careful reading, critical thinking, group discussion, and writing that are basic to college-level study. Two people will lead your course as you collaborate with your classmates in projects and discussions: your FYSEM instructor—who is also your academic advisor—and your New Student Mentor.
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