Top 10 First-Year Experiences
Among Public Universities
U.S. News & World Report
As big as the Auburn Family gets, you never seem to lose your sense of place or home being a part of the Auburn Family.
MK McGruder
Major: Nursing
Hometown: Marietta, Georgia
I love the people. They are what make your Auburn experience something special.
Han Lee
Major: Hospitality Management
Hometown: Enterprise, Alabama
The people are so warm and friendly, it’s a big school with a small school feel, the academics are amazing, and I knew I would be proud to call Auburn my home away from home.
Marisa Mathson
Major: Business Management
Hometown: Des Moines, Iowa
My student recruiter tour was my very first experience of Auburn, and as soon as I stepped on campus I fell in love with this place. My time here at Auburn has only grown that feeling. This place truly is a family that has welcomed me with open arms and changed my life forever!
Owen Beaverstock
SGA President
I know that everyone here, whether I know them or not, wants the best for me. There is so much community in being an Auburn student, we all want each other to succeed.
Jukaylyn Sullivan
Major: Political Science/ Economics
Hometown: Mobile, Alabama
There's Something About This Place
It only takes one visit for Auburn to feel like home. Not only is our campus recognized as one of the most beautiful in the nation, it's right in the middle of one of the best college towns.
Campus meets downtown Auburn at the corner of College Street and Magnolia Avenue.
The rooftop of the Rane Culinary Science Center has a picture perfect view of campus.
We have some of the top-rated recreation facilities in the nation.
Great to Be an Auburn Tiger
Our traditions bridge generations and miles, keeping us connected to the Auburn Family.
Dating back to the 1960s, War Eagle Girls and Plainsmen proudly represent Auburn students as our official hosts.
Two of our favorite traditions: War Eagle and Aubie.
The Creed guides the Auburn Family, emphasizing honesty, hard work and service to others.
Find Your Community
Shared experiences with your Auburn Family last a lifetime. Find people who share your passions, challenge you and support you.
First Year Experience
Not only do we work to ease the first-year transition, we make it an exceptional experience. Orientation programs, First Year Seminars and Learning Communities help you make connections early and give you tools that set you up for success.
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First 56
Auburn’s First 56 packs your first eight weeks of the fall semester with events, activities and traditions to help you connect, get involved and make Auburn feel like home.
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Campus Life
Making a life at Auburn includes finding academic support, wellness resources, campus jobs and all the services that help you thrive as a student.
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