Frequently Asked Questions

I am a first time freshman. Do I have to attend Navigate Armstrong?

Yes. If you are a newly-admitted first time freshman student who will be attending school during the Fall 2010 semester, Navigate Armstrong is required. Students who do not attend Navigate Armstrong will be required to take part in regular registration on Sunday, August 15, 2010. Classes start on Monday, August 16, 2010.

What if I am a transfer or non-traditional student?

Adult/transfer students entering AASU during the Spring 2010 semester have three opportunities to be advised and registered for Spring semester: They can attend either the December 9th or January 6th orientation session, or contact their departments ahead of time to schedule a time to meet with an advisor on either January 8th or 9th.

The 2010 Navigate Armstrong sessions on June 10th, July 23rd, and August 11th, are scheduled for transfer, continuing, or non-traditional students who plan to enroll for Fall 2010 courses at AASU. Though a session is not required, we strongly recommend you sign up online and attend. An abbreviated Navigate Armstrong session is specially designed for transfer and non-traditional student needs. It will provide valuable information regarding the Armstrong experience and allow you to register for Fall 2010 classes.

My family wants to attend. Is there a family component to Navigate Armstrong?

There is a family component for the Navigate Freshman Orientation Sessions. Due to event size, you are limited to bringing two family members per student. Please click here to register family members. There is a $15 fee that will be assessed for each family member who attends.

What are the Navigate Armstrong session dates?

Traditional Freshman Orientation Sessions

Saturday, April 17th
Friday, June 18th
Friday, July 16th
Friday, August 6th

Non-Traditional, Adult Transfer Orientation Sessions

Thursday, June 10th
Friday, July 23rd

Summer Hybrid session for both adult/transfer and freshman students

Wednesday, August 11th

What is the fee for Navigate Armstrong?

The fee to attend a Navigate Armstrong session is $45.00 per student and $15 per additional family member (up to 2 family members are permitted to attend Freshman sessions only, not including Adult/Transfer sessions). The family member fee can be paid via check the day of Orientation or can be added to the student's bill to be paid later. The student fee of $45 will appear on your student bill and will be paid with the rest of your Fall 2010 tuition and fees. Students cannot pay for their $48 fee at orientation. Please note, there will be an additional $40.00 cost for staying overnight if you select this option.

How do I register for Navigate Armstrong?

After you have been accepted for admission, registration information will be sent to you regarding the Navigate Armstrong sign-up process. You can sign up for Navigate online. However, you must have been accepted to AASU and have an assigned PIN number to sign up for a Navigate Session.

During the Navigate sign-up process you will be prompted to enter in information about yourself and your academic interests. You will also be prompted to enter information regarding family members attending the session. To complete the sign up process, you will be required to agree to the Navigate Armstrong fee disclosure.

After you sign up online, you will receive a confirmation via email and/or regular mail. If you have any questions and concerns about registration you can call our office at 912.344.2582 or send an e-mail to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

What should I bring to Navigate Armstrong?

Remember to bring:

Picture ID (state-issued driver's license or ID or passport); you will need this to get your AASU ID / Pirate Card. Click here for information about the Pirate Card.
Comfortable walking shoes, comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather. You will spend time outside and it will likely be hot.
Bring a sweater or a jacket - some of the air-conditioned rooms can be chilly.

During Navigate Armstrong, will I be able to register for Fall 2010 classes?

Yes. The cornerstone of new student orientation is faculty advisement and registration. When you leave for home at the end of the session you will have met with a faculty advisor to discuss and create a Fall 2010 class schedule, and been coached through the registration process using S.H.I.P., the online Student Help Information Process.

Throughout the day, you will learn about academic requirements, choosing a major, core curriculum requirements, and how to choose your courses. Based on the information from your admissions application, and on the information you submit during online registration for Navigate Armstrong, our department faculty and trained academic advisors will help you create a schedule that we think will work best for your first semester. When you leave us at the end of the day, you will have your Fall 2010 class schedule in hand.

Can I stay on campus during my Navigate Session?

Yes! We invite you to stay on-campus the night before your Navigate Armstrong session for an additional fee of $40.00. You will have the opportunity to participate in a host of activities planned to enhance your campus life experience. Our apartment-style residence halls are available on a first-come first-serve basis for students attending a Navigate Armstrong session. During your stay, we have planned several exciting events that allow you to explore the campus and get to know other incoming freshman before arriving for the Fall semester. Click here for instructions on how to sign up for Overnight Navigate.