New Students, Let's Get Started!
It’s time to take the next step forward in your Cornerstone University journey! Summer Orientation Days are a time for you to have fun and celebrate your decision to become a Golden Eagle while completing next steps in your enrollment process.
Meet with university offices to prepare for your first semester, find out your class schedule, connect with future classmates and really get to know your future college home!
Summer Orientation Days 2026
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Schedule
| Time (EST) | Session |
|---|---|
| 8:15 a.m. | Check-in |
| 9 a.m. | Welcome Session |
| 9:30 a.m. | Class Photo |
| 9:45 a.m. | Students: Academic Advising Session Parents: Supporting Your Student Session |
| 10:15 a.m. | Parents: Self-Guided Prayer Walk |
| 11 a.m. | Looking Ahead with the Office of Spiritual Formation & Christian Community |
| 11:30 a.m. | Lunch |
| 12:30 p.m. | Student Activity |
| 1:30 p.m. | Options: - University Offices Open House - Athletics Session - Campus ID Photos |
| 2:30 p.m. | Financial Aid: Bill Payment Info Session |
| 3 p.m. | Departure |
Schedule subject to change.
What to Bring, Arrival & Parking
What to Bring
You will want to bring a fully charged laptop to your orientation so that you can participate in the technology and academic advising session. We recommend bringing something to carry your laptop with you if you do not want to store it in your vehicle.
Directions and Parking Pass
Plan to arrive at our main entrance to campus off of East Beltline at 1001 E. Beltline Ave. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. From the East Beltline main entrance, continue straight through the roundabout and take an immediate right to reach the chapel parking lot (Lot E). Parking is also available in front of Warren Faber Hall (Lot D) and the Hansen Athletic Center (Lot A).
CU is rated one of the safest college campuses in the country. To help maintain campus safety, please affix the provided parking pass below your windshield before heading to the check-in.
Campus Map
Download our campus map to get a sneak peek at campus and help find your way during your visit.
Admissions Office
Contact
- P:
- 616.222.1426 or 800.787.9778
Hours
MON - FRI: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
SAT & SUN: Closed