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Newly Accepted Students
Congratulations on your acceptance to the GE Honors Program! We are excited to get to know you and work with you throughout your time at Sacramento State.
On this page, you'll find important information about your next steps to ensure a smooth transition to Sacramento State. Please also check your personal email and Sac State Email often for the latest updates. If you have any questions, reach out to us at honors@csus.edu.
Honors Program Admitted Student Checklist
Last Updated: 10/22/2025
| Task | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Submit your Intent to Enroll in the GE Honors Program (ITE) | Once you receive your acceptance to the GE Honors Program, let us know that you will be attending our program in the Fall by submitting your Intent to Enroll (ITE). Email us at honors@csus.edu to let us know that you accept and will attending or decline if your plans have changed. | Deadline May 1, 2026 |
| Submit your Intent to Enroll (ITE) for Sacramento State | Submit your Intent to Enroll (ITE) for Sacramento State. Please note, that you must submit an ITE for the Ge Honors Program and an ITE for Sacramento State. If you do not submit your ITE by the deadline, your application to Sacramento State may be withdrawn. | Deadline May 1, 2026 |
| Submit your Honors Housing Application | If you would like to live on campus, submit your on-campus housing application. Be sure to indicate that you are a student in the GE Honors Program if you would like to live in the Honors Community in Riverview Hall. Please note that availability in the Honors Community is limited and is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Acceptance to the program does not guarantee students a spot in Housing's Honors Community. | Application opens March 2026 |
| Apply for GE Honors Scholarships | Once a student has been accepted to Sacramento State, they are eligible to apply for scholarships through Sacramento State. Scholarships close each year in March. Students who receive scholarships will receive their funds for Fall 2026. | Deadline March 2, 2026 |
| Future Hornet Day (Optional) | Meet us at Future Hornet Day! Get your questions about the program answered and get a tour of campus. | April 18, 2026 |
| Sign Up for GE Honors First-Year Orientation | All first-year students who have been admitted to the GE Honors Program for Fall of 2026 will attend the Honors Program Orientation Summer 2026 (exact date TBD). Please note that all students, regardless of their major, will attend orientation with the Honors Program. To sign up for the Honors Program orientation, directly contact the Orientation Office at (916) 278-7841 or orient2@csus.edu. Please note that you will not be able to register directly through your student center. Orientation is REQUIRED to attend Sacramento State. | May 1-June 30 |
| Reach out with any questions about college | If you have any questions about the GE Honors Program or Sacramento State, please reach out to us at honors@csus.edu. We are happy to set up a virtual or in-person appointment with you to help you navigate your transition to Sacramento State and answer any questions you may have. | Summer |
| Attend the GE Honors First-Year Orientation | As a student in the GE Honors Program, you will attend a special orientation session regardless of your major. At this orientation, you will get to meet the GE Honors Team and other incoming first-year students. Please note that you only have to attend this one orientation and do not need to attend another session for your major. | July TBD |
| Attend our Summer Honors Socials (Optional) | Meet other students in the GE Honors Program and prepare for your transition to college. | Dates TBD |
| Attend the New Student Honors Welcome | Students will get to meet others in their cohort and learn about the GE Honors program. This is highly recommended for all incoming Honors Students. Event details will be sent to admitted students over the summer. | August 28, 2026 |
| First Day of Fall 2026 Semester | Fall classes officially start. | August 31, 2026 |