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Future Hornet Day Details
Check In
Future Hornet Day will be from 10am - 2pm in the University Union! Check-in will be located in front of the University Union Ballroom. You will be sent a text message code in the morning to check yourselves in and all you must do is show it to our staff at the check in table. If you have any issues, we can also look you up in our system and get you manually checked in. Feel free to plan your day however you like by using the information below.
Parking
Individuals & Families
Sacramento State is pleased to offer complimentary parking (no permit required) in Parking Structure 3 on floors 4, 5, and 6. Our campus will be buzzing since it is a school day so make sure you bring some comfortable walking shoes to get from your parking spot to the check in table!
Schools & Organizations with Buses
Buses can drop off their students behind the Ernest E. Tschannen Science Complex and then will need to park in Student Lot 9.
Please note: 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.
Hornet Bookstore
Welcome Future Hornets!
20% off One Apparel or Gift Item*
Follow these steps:
- Visit CampusWelcome.com
- Enter your email address
- Enter access code: 0037
- Show your coupon email at the register or use it online for your discount!
*See store for details. Restrictions apply.
Department & Resource Fair
Location: University Union Ballroom (1st Floor)
Come and meet with representatives from academic majors, student support services, and student organizations.
Did you know that our 50+ major programs and housed within 7 colleges on Sac State's campus? Each of the colleges are also complemented by a Student Success Center, which offers various ways to assist students within their college journey.
Not sure which college your major is a part of? Check out the College & Majors page to find out.
There are a variety of student support programs and services across campus for students to stay on track. Check out our Student Services page.
Buzz Out Bingo
Get 16 departments at the Resouce Fair to sign your Buzz Out Bingo card and turn it in to the raffle table to recieve a prize!
Application Workshop
Location: Univeristy Union - Hinde Auditorium (1st Floor)
Get help completing your Spring 2025 or Fall 2025 application with the help of a Sac State admissions counselor. Here's what you need for the application workshop:
- Start your application by making an account and filling out your personal information.
- We have limited amount of laptops and highly encourage you to bring your own laptop and charger.
- Bring your transcripts from all the schools you have attended (unofficial is okay).
On the Spot Admissions
Location: University Union - Orchard Suite (2nd Floor)
Calling all Future Hornets, On The Spot Admissions is back at Sacramento State. Sign up for a 15-minute one-on-one meeting with an admissions counselor for on-the spot admissions or preadmissions advising. Our counselors will be there to help answer your questions about applying to Sacramento State.
To participate you must:
- Complete the Cal State Apply Application before Future Hornet Day
- Note your California State Admission Number through Cal State Apply
- Bring admission documents such as transcripts (unofficial is okay)
- Meet CSU and Sacramento State's eligibility requirements
- Make an appointment below
Register for On the Spot Admissions
Celebration Station
Location: Univeristy Union - Lobby Suit (1st Floor)
Let's celebrate your admissions with an official acceptance photo & certificate! Tag us on Instagram (@sacstateadmissions) to be featured on our social media.
Transfer Lounge
Location: University Union - Pacific Suite (3rd Floor)
Are you an incoming transfer student for Spring 2025 or Fall 2025? The Transfer Resource Center invites you the the Tranfer Lounge on Future Hornet Day.
You can recieve academic advising from a Professional Advisor and/or our Transfer Peer Coaches. Additionally, you can learn more about the services of the Transfer Resource Center and we can connect you with other transfer students on campus. If you are a prospective student who hasn't applied just yet, you can stop by the lounge to schedule a future appointment for advising.
Campus Tours
Location: Univeristy Union next to the Hinde Auditorium (1st Floor)
Individual Tours (prospective students/their guests) registrations will be made on the day of the event. Individual tours will start at 10:45 and occur every 30 minutes. The last invidual tour ends at 1:15pm.
Group Tours (schools/organization) will require registrations in advance. Our maximum occupancy will be 45 guests (including chaperones). Please note there will only be one tour guide and a group larger than 45 will have a hard time being able to hear the guide. Group tours start at 10:30 and occur every 30 minutes. The last tour leaves at 1:30pm.
Housing Tours
Hornet Commons
Location: Hornet Commons 3001 State University Drive, Sacramento, CA 95826.
Tours will be hosted from 10:00am - 2:00pm and do not require registraion.
Hornet Commons is a student living community intended for sophomore, junior, senior, transfer, international and graduate students. Residents will lease individually by-the-bed and will share the common area, living/dining room, bathroom and kitchen with their roommates.
North Village
Location: Tours will start in the North Village housing quad closest to Desmond Hall.
Housing tours will be limited to incoming Spring or Fall 2025 transfers and first-years only* and will require pre-registration. Due to construction and occupancy, the tour will be hybrid (in-person with usage of smart phones) and there will not be any rooms to show.
North Village is our on campus dormitory with seven residence halls for first-year students, sophomore, and upper-division students. Students even have the opportunity to be a part of theme communities.
*Please note: If you are not an incoming Spring or Fall 2025 students, you can still learn more about on campus housing by attending a Housing Presentation (see presentations below).
The WELL Tours
Location: The WELL
The WELL is Sac State's wellness and recreation facility and exists for the benefit of students. The WELL offers a welcoming environment in which students, faculty, staff and alumni may participate in campus life. Tours typically last between 10 - 30 minutes and will occur every 30 minutes. Individuals on a tour must stay with the group the entire time and are not authorized to use equipment or take photos inside the facility.
Register for the Well Tour Here
Presentations
Financial Aid Presentations
Host: The Sacramento County Office of Education
Location: University Union - Cottonwood Suite (2nd Floor)
Time: Spanish from 11:00am - 12:00pm and English from 1:00 - 2:00pm
The Sacramento County Office of Education will be sharing information on financial aid and how to pay for college.
General Education Honors Program Information Sessions
Host: GE Honors Program
Location: Academic Information Resource Center - Honors Lounge 4003 (4th floor)
Time: 11:00am - 11:30am and 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Come learn about opportunities to experience an Honors education at Sacramento State. This session will provide an overview of the Honors General Education curriculum, program perks, and the application process.
Hornet Launch Program Presentations
Host: Hornet Launch
Location: University Union - Summit Room (3rd Floor)
Time: 10:30am - 11:00am and 12:30pm - 1:00pm
The Hornet Launch Program pre-enrolls first-time, first-year students in their first year. This presentation will help students understand the processes and the benefits to the program.
Housing Presentations
Host: Sacramento State Housing Team
Location: University Union - Foothill Suite (3rd Floor)
Time: 10:15am-10:45am | 11:00am-11:30am | 11:45am-12:15pm | 12:30am-1pm
Learn more about your housing options at Sac State. Since housing tours are limited at North Village, we encourage guests to attend a housing presentation if they are unable to get a tour.
What's Next? Presentations
Host: Admissions & Outreach
Location: University Union - Forest Suite (2nd Floor)
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am and 12:00pm - 1:00pm
What happen's after I get admitted? What's next? Get all your questions answered about about what happens after you get admitted to Sac State and what you need to do before your first day of class.