Great Start 2024 Weekends

Weekend 1: June 29-30

Weekend 2: July 13-14

Weekend 3: July 27-28

Weekend 4: August 3-4

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Weekend 1 Registration Deadline: Tuesday, June 25 at 5 p.m.

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About Great Start

Designed with the specific needs of commuter students in mind, Great Start is a required program for first-year commuter students. The program helps you prepare for a smooth start to your time at the University of Miami and to be successful throughout your college experience.

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Registration Information

Students can register for Great Start via CaneLink. The program is designed to support first-year commuter students. For any questions or concerns, students can e-mail greatstart@miami.edu.

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Great Start Staff

During Great Start, all participants are placed into small groups led by experienced student staff. These staff members are here to help you through your transition and give you an inside look at life on campus.

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Give to Great Start

Whether you are a local business looking to get additional exposure or you’re a friend of the Great Start program and looking for ways to give, we have plenty of opportunities for you. We offer a variety of sponsorship levels and welcome monetary as well as in-kind donations.