All new students are required to attend Jump Start to prepare for the new college experience. It’s important that you have an opportunity before the semester begins to learn what’s expected, how to be successful, and where to find resources.

Please call 330-494-6170, ext. 4817 or email jumpstart@starkstate.edu with any concerns.

No. Orientation gives you a great foundation for enrolling at Stark State, and Jump Start builds on orientation to provide you with specific tools and resources to be a successful student.

This is a student-only event. While we realize the importance of a strong support system, this event is geared to getting you started by offering insight into the keys to your success as a Stark State College student.

Yes, please refer to your email or postcard for registration information.

Make sure you clear your schedule so you can attend. Check your Stark State email throughout the summer for any updates.

Bring your class schedule and your student ID. Anything else you need for the day will be provided for you at the event.

Parking is available off of Frank Road in front of the Gateway Center and Business and Entrepreneurial Center.  Check the Stark State College Parking and Traffic Guide for a map of campus parking.

When arriving on campus, you’ll find signs and people available to assist you.

At the end of Jump Start, you’ll be able to use your class schedule to find your classrooms on main campus.  Stark State personnel will be stationed around campus to assist you.

No, there is no cost to attend; we just ask that you complete the online registration form.

Yes, even if you are taking class this summer, you are still required to attend since summer classes provide a very different experience than fall semester. Attending Jump Start will not only connect you to important resources, but also allow you to meet other new students.