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Event Schedule
Check-In
Check-in at the Welcome Center from 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Here you will get your free bag while supplies last and a raffle ticket to spin our prize wheel! Afterwards you are free to plan your day however you would like to explore our amazing campus.
The first 650 students in line for check in will get a $15 meal ticket to use towards the food truck, campus eateries, and the Servery!
Helpful Tips
- Bring a refillable waterbottle so you can stay hydrated for the event.
- Check the weather in the morning to make sure you are comfortably dressed.
- To explore all our campus has to offer, it would be best to wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Google maps and this event details page will be super helpful, so we recommend bringing a portable charger.
Parking Information
Sacramento State is pleased to offer complimentary parking (no permit required) in “S” student spaces and “E” employee spaces on campus. Our campus will be buzzing with multiple events so make sure you bring some comfortable walking shoes to get from your parking spot to the check in table!
For closest proximity to our event we suggest Parking Structure 5, Parking Lot 1C, Parking Lot 1B, Parking Lot 2A, Parking Lot 2, Parking Lot 11, or Parking Structure 1.
Please note: No parking in “R” residential spaces. To park in disabled parking spaces on campus, a disabled person placard or license plate must be displayed. In order to park in a clean air or EV space, the Clean Air Vehicle (CAV) decal from California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must be displayed. See parking regulations for more.
ITE Celebration Station
The station will be located at the Main Quad from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Submit your intent to enroll and receive a personalized I Said Yes to Sac State certificate! Take a solo and/or family photo in front of our Sac State backdrop! Tag us on Instagram (@sacstateadmissions) to be featured on our social media.
The Hornet Bookstore
The Hornet Bookstore will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.. The Hornet Bookstore will have 20% off one apparel or gift item*!
Follow these easy steps:
1) Visit CampusWelcome.com
2) Enter your email address
3) Enter access code: 0037
4) Show your coupon email at the register or use it online for your discount!
The celebration doesn’t have to stop when Admitted Student Day ends! Pre-order a Sacramento State Acceptance Celebration Kit for pick-up when you come for Admitted Student Day to celebrate becoming a hornet. You can use the coupon above to order your kit! Celebration kits are online order only and can be delivered to your home directly.
Tours
General Campus Tours
Campus tours will be available every 5-10 minutes from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. located closest to Java City! The last campus tour leaves at 1:30 p.m.
Campus Housing Tours
- Hornet Commons: Meet at the Hornet Commons leasing office.
- North Village: Meet at the Riverview Hall at North Village.
- Housing tours will run continuously from 10 a.m - 4 p.m. Housing tours will extend past event time.
The WELL Tours
Please meet at The WELL. Visit The WELL to see what gym equipment, health classes, health care, and more are inside the building!
The WELL tours will run continuously from 10 a.m - 2 p.m.
Questions about New Student Orientation
Orientation will be at our resource fair, feel free to stop by their table and get your questions answered. Orientation will be located closest to Java City!
Dining Option for Campus
If you are a recipient of a $15 meal voucher, you can use them at any of the following eateries:
- Chando’s Tacos | 10:30am – 2:30pm
- Panda Express | 11:00am – 3:00pm
- Round Table Pizza | 11:00am – 6:00pm
- Starbucks | 7:30am– 2:00pm
- The Habit Burger | 10:30am – 4:00pm
We will have Local Kine Shave Ice food truck available in the main quad from 10:00am – 2:00pm.
The Servery at the Dining Commons is Sac State’s dining facility located in North Village. It will be open from 9:00am – 8:00pm and is all you can eat.
Planetarium Shows
Join us for an amazing 360-degree presentation in our state-of-the-art planetarium! The planetarium is hosting 20-minute-long shows located in Ernest E. Tschannen Science Complex (Science 11). Show times are: 10:00am, 10:30am, 12:10pm, 12:40pm, 1:10pm, and 1:40pm. Space is limited to 80 seats and first come, first serve.
Presentations
The following presentations below will be available for you to attend at Admitted Student Day.
Admissions & Financial Aid Presentations
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am and 1:30 p.m - 2:30pm
Location: Cottonwood Suite – University Union
Department: Admissions & Outreach and Financial Aid
During each session we'll cover updates on admissions and information on financial aid. It is everything you want and need to know about Sacramento State in order to make a smooth transition before classes begin in August.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
Financial Aid Presentation in Spanish
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Cottonwood Suite – University Union
Department: Financial Aid
Esta presentación ayudará a los estudiantes y sus familias a aprender más sobre la ayuda financiera para la universidad.
Los asientos para la presentación se asignan por orden de llegada.
A Day in the Life of a College Student
Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Orchard Suite – University Union
Department: College of Arts & Letters
Join the Arts & Letters Ambassadors for a panel discussion about their experiences as Sac State students. For students planning to major in Art, Communication Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, Film, Design Studies, Photography, Interior Architecture, Graphic Design, English, History, Humanities, Religious Studies, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, Dance, Spanish or French.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
Degrees in Architecture and Interior Architecture
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location: Forest Suite – University Union
Department: Department of Design
Learn from the Department of Design what to expect when pursuing degrees in Architecture and Interior Architecture.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
Engineering & Computer Science College Resources
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Forest Suite – University Union
Department: College of Engineering and Computer Science
Join the College of Engineering and Computer Science department for a presentation on how they help their students succeed.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
Nursing Informational Session
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Location: Pacific Suite – University Union
Department: School of Nursing
Interested in becoming a nurse? Learn more about the School of Nursing at Sacramento State and how you can get steps closer to your career.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
Additional Activities
Herky the Hornet Visit
Location: Main Quad
Time: 10am - 12pm
Welcome from Sacramento State Pep Band
Location: Hornets Flagpole
Time: 10am – 10:15am
University Union Games Room
Location: University Union
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Description: Admitted Students can play in the games room for FREE! The games room offers 11 billiards tables, 9 screens for PS4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch gaming, table tennis, and foosball.
Lawn Games & Fun hosted by ASD
Location: Main Quad
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Description: Every student that checks in will recieve a raffle ticket that they can use to redeem a prize from our Raffle Table! We will also have Corn Hole, Basketball Pong, Big Jenga, Jumbo Connect 4, and the Our Hive Our Home Banner. This is a great way to meet other students and/or have a fun moment with your family.
Relaxation Station hosted by ASD
Location: Main Quad
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Description: Explore a variety of massage tools to help you relax. Tap into your creative side by making your own custom essential oil to take home. Don’t forget to visit the Wishing Tree, where you can write down your hopes, goals, and aspirations for the upcoming school year.
Resource Fair
Student Involvement
- Alpha Phi
- Anime and Manga Society
- ASI Human Resources
- ASI Student Engagement & Outreach
- Chemistry Club
- Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship Club
- Christian Students
- Circle K International
- College Republicans
- Competitive Robotics
- Cru
- Data Structures & Algorithms Club
- Future Business Leaders of America
- Future Business Leaders of America
- Gamma Zeta Alpha
- Kappa Sigma
- Peak Adventures
- Phi Mu
- Psychology Society
- Sacramento Men's Rugby Club
- Students for Justice for Palestine
- The Hive Collective
- The Sociology Club
- Turning Point USA
- Women In Construction
Colleges/Departments
- TBD
Student Services
- TBD