Great Start

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Great Start will help you, as a new commuter student, prepare for a smooth start to your time at the University of Miami. Register for your Great Start experience today!
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GREAT START WEEKEND 1 (SATURDAY, JULY 8 – SUNDAY, JULY 9) REGISTRATION DEADLINE

The deadline to register for Great Start Weekend 1 is Wednesday, July 5 at 5:00pm
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About Great Start

Designed with the specific needs of commuter students in mind, Great Start 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

You can tune in to Great Start either remotely or attend in-person for a two-day overnight stay in one of the residential colleges on the Coral Gables campus. There are even scholarship opportunities to help you attend.
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Great Start Staff

Great Start places all participants into small groups led by experienced student counselors. These counselors 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. Learn more.
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Contact Us

We understand that transitiong to college is a confusing time. For answers to any questions or to receive additional information, contact us today!