Admission and Registration Schedules

Admission Schedule

Students are admitted at the beginning of each academic semester: fall, spring, summer. All new students should check with the Admission’s Office for specific start dates. New students must submit an application and supporting documentation to the Office of Admissions to be eligible for registration of courses.

iStart Strong New Student Sessions

This program is designed to provide information that will aid a new student in his/her transition to college and to stimulate an excitement for learning. A student is introduced to college policies, procedures, requirements, and services. Each new student must attend an iStart Strong session and register for an Orientation 101 course. A schedule of sessions is published each semester.

Orientation 101 (ORI 101)

Orientation 101 is a course requirement for all Drake State students. Exception: The ORI101 course is automatically waived if a student attended another institution and completed at least 12 semester credit hours.

Registration Schedule

Registration is scheduled at the beginning of each semester. Late registration is scheduled immediately following the registration period. Students registering during late registration must pay a late fee of $25.00 in addition to all other fees.