Coker Connection
Your College Orientation Starts Here
Coker University is excited to introduce new undergraduate students to Coker Connection.
Coker Connection is an orientation experience designed to give new students a head start on their Coker experience. Students will have the opportunity to meet with people from all over campus. From faculty to campus safety and current Cobras to the dining staff – our campus can’t wait to meet you and introduce you to all the great things that await you in the fall.
But we don’t stop there…at our overnight experience, you’ll interact with current Cobras and meet your new classmates. We believe this orientation is an important first step in your Coker journey. We are excited to be on this adventure with you!
Math and English placement tests will be taken by all incoming freshmen on their designated orientation date.
Orientation Fee Notice
All students will be charged a $125 orientation fee, which will be applied to their student account regardless of attendance.
All students will need to complete the online pre-orientation modules prior to attending orientation. You will receive an email with instructions by April 1 so you have plenty of time to complete this “course” before coming to campus.
Day Students – Starting in the Fall
For students depositing after July 1 or if you have not registered for an orientation, please get in touch with the Admissions Office at (843) 383-8050 to schedule an upcoming date.
June 13-14, 2026 Coker Connection: McCall School of Visual and Performing Arts & Wiggins School of Education
June 27-28, 2026 Coker Connection: School of Business
July 11-12, 2026 Coker Connection: College of Health Professions
July 25-26, 2026 Coker Connection: College of Humanities and Sciences & Undeclared Students
July 7, 2026 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. (EST) Virtual International Student Coker Connection
July 31, 2026 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. (EST) Virtual Coker Connection
(Students who were unable to attend their orientation date or live 300+ miles from campus)
August 1, 2026 10 a.m. – Noon (EST) Nontraditional students (Age 23+)
Supporter Schedule
For the overnight sessions, supporters will check in at noon with their student, then they can explore Hartsville and have free time. The next day, they will have sessions from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., including lunch on campus with their student.
For the one-day sessions, supporters will have time to explore downtown Hartsville from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. after checking in with their student. They will then attend sessions from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., which will include lunch with their student.
Important Info for Incoming Students Living 300+ Miles from Campus
If you’re a new student starting this fall and live more than 300 miles from campus, you do not need to attend an in-person Coker Connection session. If this applies to you, you’ll receive follow-up communication with the next steps soon. In the meantime, please complete all required items in the Coker Connection Brightspace course.
Still have questions?
If you have additional questions, reach out to our Admissions team by email at admissions@coker.edu or by calling (843) 383-8050.