JumpSTART 2012: Early Registration Dates

Early Registration for New Students
JumpSTART is a new student early registration day during the summer designed for those new students coming in the fall who want to select their classes and meet some of the faculty, staff and current students on the campus of Freed-Hardeman University. We want to start building a relationship with you and your family before school starts in August. 

The early registration process will be a two-day event.
You and your parents will spend the first day becoming acquainted with current students, staff and faculty. Separate sessions for students and parents will allow you to walk away with tools to begin the transition process as you learn about your new “Home Away From Home” and make new friends. You will spend the night in the dorms with other new and current students. You will register for classes on the second day. 

What will it cost?
JumpSTART is free! We will provide on-campus housing for parents and students in the dorms (see the "What do I bring?" section below), dinner the first day and a continental breakfast the second day. Parents and students are responsible for their own lunches each day. You can eat on-campus in Wallace-Gano Dining Hall (about $6/person) or choose from a provided list of area restaurants.

What do I need to do before reserving a date?
Before you can reserve a date you must have your file completed in the Office of Admissions.
Your file should include:

• An official three-year transcript (official four-year transcript will be required at/by the date of registration)
• A copy of ACT/SAT test scores
• A copy of an immunization record indicating that you received: 
  • 2 MMR (Measles, Mumps and Rubella) vaccines
  • 2 Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccines or a doctor's note that you had the disease

You cannot signup for JumpSTART until your file is complete. Please feel free to call or email your admissions counselor to check your file (admissions@fhu.edu or 1-800-FHU-FHU1). 

How do I reserve a summer registration date? 

Just complete the online form. If you need help, use the online chat option or call Admissions at 1-800-FHU-FHU1. When calling, be sure to tell the Admissions office if your parents will be coming.

How many new students can come to each registration?
Due to housing, dining and time constraints, we have a limited number of spots available for each date.  Complete your file as soon as possible to ensure the reservation of your preferred JumpSTART appointment.

How many of my family members can come?
Since summer school and camps will also be using the dorms, we have limited dorm accommodations. We ask that attendance be limited to incoming students and their parents. Siblings may attend if necessary, but they will need to bring a sleeping bag so that they can stay with their parents.

If you are coming just for registration on the second day and will not be spending the night, space will not be an issue.

What if I can't come both days?
We understand that jobs and other responsibilities may hinder you from coming both days. If you are unable to attend both days, but would like to attend registration on the second day, please select an advising appointment time on the online form and indicate that you will not need housing.

What if I can't come at all this summer?
Not a problem! Call your Admissions Counselor to discuss alternative registration options.

What do I bring?
Parents and students will be separated in the dorms. The parents may also be separated male/female depending upon the availability to certain dorms (we have several camps going on during the summer). If a younger sibling comes with your family, a sleeping bag may be needed so he or she can stay with your parents. Don't feel like you have to dress up for any of the activities. Bring comfortable clothes. You may want to take a look at the university dress code online. Click here for a PDF version.

Things to Bring:

• Bedding for a twin bed
• Pillow 
• Toiletries (including toilet paper and soap)
• Clothing for each day
• Towel
• Wash Cloth
• Students: an extra set of clothes and old shoes for the Ropes Course

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

Thursday - June 14 and July 19

2pm - 3pm - Check-in, Gardner Center Lobby

• Students and families check-in with Admissions in Gardner Center lobby
  • Receive folders, schedule of events with times and places, check academic advising times
  • Receive dorm assignments for the night
• Schedule audition times for University Chorale or Singers and interview times for Band if applicable