New student orientation
Welcome
Welcome to Stark State College! We’re glad you’ve come where you spend less to earn more and go further.
Now that you’ve been admitted, you’ll need to attend student orientation before enrolling in classes. You can complete the orientation either on campus or online:
1: On-campus new student orientation
SUMMER and FALL 2026 ENROLLMENT ONLY
Choose an on-campus orientation that’s convenient for your schedule. Check the most recent line-up:
Main Campus – 6200 Frank Ave. NW, North Canton, 44720
Stark State College Akron – 360 Perkins St., Akron, 44304
— OR —
2: Online new student orientation
SPRING, SUMMER, or FALL ENROLLMENT
If you can’t make it to campus on any of those dates, complete the orientation online at starkstate.edu/nso.
Note: The required brief survey at the end of the online orientation will be used for feedback and to verify you completed the mandatory orientation process.
Note: If you’re a veteran or active duty military personnel using GI benefits, also check additional material at military services orientation.
If you have any questions, please email orientation@starkstate.edu.
We’re looking forward to helping you get started on your journey to a successful future.
Admissions information
- Admissions
- Admitted students
- Adult options
- Background checks for health programs
- Career credential opportunities
- Credit for prior learning
- First-year students
- High school students
- International students
- Military students
- Online students
- Registration
- Returning students
- Transfer students
- University transfer partners
- Visit
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you’re just starting out, making your college comeback or looking for a change, you belong at Stark State.
Contact us
Office of Admissions
330-494-6170 · 1-800-797-8275
6200 Frank Ave. NW, North Canton, OH 44720
M-T: 8 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
W-F: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
*Offices close at 3 p.m. on Fridays during June and July