Preparing for Incept

There are many things you should think about before your Incept day arrives. The New Student Orientation office encourages all new students to review the information in this section to assist you in your transition into the Georgia State family. We look forward to having you on campus for your Incept experience. To make sure you have a successful start, we want to provide you with some "get ready for Incept" reminders.

Preparing for Incept Webinar

The Office of New Student Orientation and Parent Relations invites you to listen to the Spring Parent Relations webinar entitled: Preparing for Incept.

The webinar focuses on three key areas for new students including-- preparing for the math and chemistry placement exams, Freshman Learning Communities, and what to expect at Incept: New Student Orientation. This is a great opportunity to learn about Incept before your student starts the last leg of pre-college preparation. To listen to the webinar click here.

Freshman ONE DAY, TRANSFER EXPRESS, and COMBINATION Incepts

At Incept, we will provide you with a book bag, pen, and all other materials you will need throughout the day. Here is a list of things you need to bring with you:

• Wear comfortable shoes and layered clothing - you will want walking shoes for the campus tour and moving about the buildings. Additionally, it may be hot outside, but some inside spaces are air-conditioned so you may want a light cardigan or sweater. Don't forget to check the weather and bring an umbrella if the forecast is calling for rain.
• Printed copies of your Incept registration confirmation and payment confirmation email
• Your Panther ID number and campus ID
• Copies of your transcripts, any financial aid information you received prior to your Incept conference day, and copies of Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) test scores.
• A photo identification card such as a driver's license, government-issued ID, or high school identification card. You won't be issued your Panther Card without it.
• Cash to pay for parking - $6 in the M-Deck lot

 Freshman OVERNIGHT Incept

You'll need to bring the following items listed above and pack an overnight bag with a few essential items. Your residence hall room will have bed linens, but don't forget to pack the following:

• Towel
• Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, soap)
• Alarm clock
• Pajamas
• Flip flops/shower shoes
• Change of clothes for the following day