The First-Year Experience Program (FYE) is dedicated to providing a comprehensive core of academic support services that will influence academic achievement and retention.

The department is committed to providing meaningful, coherent and fulfilling experiences to increase the retention rate of its students by facilitating activities such as, Welcome Week, the Freshmen Studies Program, academic advisement, academic counseling, and many other activities. We work to provide a challenging yet supportive environment for our first-year students during their transition to higher education.

Faculty, staff, administrators and students work together to cultivate a learning community which prepares and engages students academically, socially and spiritually for leadership in a complex, diverse, and rapidly changing world. In achieving its mission and adhering to the University’s mission, the First-Year Experience Program offers programs and opportunities for academic, social and personal growth.

Program Goals

• To provide tools, tips, and strategies that will help students in the transition process from high school to university life.
• To prepare first time freshman to the academic rigor for college.
• To assist with the development of leadership, character, and responsibilities.
• To assist with the development for meaningful relationships with faculty and staff of Saint Augustine's University.

Summer Orientation Advising and Registration (SOAR):

• Is committed to making the students' transition to Saint Augustine's University as smooth as possible.
• Assist students in achieving maximum academic, personal and career development.
• Familiarize students with University regulations and policies.

2013 SOAR is scheduled for:

May 17, 18
June 7, 8
June 21, 22
July 12, 13
July 26, 27

Click Here To Register For SOARS

Peer Mentors

As a Peer Mentor, you will be able to assist in accomplishing our mission of providing a challenging yet supportive environment for our first-year students during their transition to higher education. It is important for freshmen to view you as a positive role model, a guide, a peer adviser and a friend. Early arrival is for leadership training and preparation for "Welcome Week". Peer Mentors and Student Leaders are to return August 6, 2011. All other Peer Mentors are asked to return to campus as you would according to the academic calendar. Be sure all documents necessary for registration are complete, such as housing deposit, financial aid, and a clear balance from the 11/Spring Semester.