Tiger Takeoff FAQs

Tiger Takeoff is an educational recruitment conference for rising seniors (high- school class of 2025) from Alabama. This conference is open to all students with a focus on students from underrepresented geographic locations and backgrounds.

The immersive residential experience will expose prospective students to leadership activities, academic offerings, campus resources, faculty, and staff. Attendees will also be paired with group leaders who are current Auburn students. These group leaders will support attendees during the summer experience and will remain connected with them throughout their freshman year. Families will also be invited to learn more about Auburn University during this conference.

Tiger Takeoff will be held Thursday, July 18th - Saturday, July 20th, 2024 at Auburn University in Auburn, AL. Check-in begins at 8:30 AM on Thursday, July 18th, and the camp will end around Noon on Saturday, July 20th.

Tiger Takeoff is FREE to attend! camp materials, housing for participants, and all meals are included. Participants are responsible for transportation arrangements to and from Auburn, AL.

Tiger Takeoff is an educational recruitment camp for rising seniors (high- school class of 2025) from Alabama. This camp is open to all students with a focus on students from underrepresented geographic locations and backgrounds.

Yes. Attendees are required to participate in all camp activities scheduled July 18-20.

Check-in begins at 8:30 AM at Coliseum (PC1) Lot – 211 Coliseum Dr, Auburn, Alabama. Participants and families will be directed to the Lower Quad Residence Halls. Check-In will take about 30 minutes to complete from start to finish. Breakfast will be provided at check-in. All participants must check in by 10:45 AM on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Students will receive all necessary materials and room assignments during this time.

No. Students are responsible for making travel arrangements to and from campus. Parent/guardian pick-up is scheduled from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM on Saturday, July 20, 2024.

While your parent or guardian may not attend the camp as a participant, there will be portions of the camp they are invited to participate. Following check-in on July 18th, we encourage parents to take part in the Tiger Takeoff Welcome, lunch, and Admissions & Scholarships Session scheduled for 11:00 AM – 2:15 PM. Families are invited to attend the Closing Ceremony Brunch on July 20th at 10:30 AM in the Melton Student Center Ballroom.

Yes. We understand that some students will drive themselves tothe camp. However, please remember that students will not beallowed to use their vehicles during the camp. Upon check-in,students who have brought a vehicle will be asked to turn over their keys until the camp concludes.

Please pack comfortable clothing and shoes. It will be hot during the day, and time will be spent outside, so we ask that you dress accordingly. You are welcome to wear shorts/t-shirts/tennis shoes during your time on campus. There will be much movement across campus! You’ll only need a business casual outfit with comfortable shoes for dinner on Friday night. Also, don’t forget to bring a rain jacket or umbrella! You will be given a camp t-shirt to wear on the final day of the camp.

You will need to bring linens for your bed. The beds in the residence halls are twin XL. If you don’t have twin XL fitted sheets, you could bring 2 flat sheets. Students should also bring a light blanket, pillow, towels, toiletries, shower shoes, and any other necessary personal items.

For students to have a well-rounded experience, students will be assigned a roommate by the Tiger Takeoff Staff. Males and females will be housed in separate living spaces. Unfortunately, we won’t be able to honor any roommate requests in advance or at check-in.

No. Camp participants will be provided with all meals during the duration of the camp as well as snacks throughout the day.

No. Money is not needed for the camp. Everything you need will be provided to you upon arrival.

No. On-site registration will not be available. Only registered and confirmed participants are allowed to participate.

Yes. Students are expected to be in the residence halls at the conclusion of the day’s activities. Residence halls will be monitored throughout the day and evening by university staff members.

In case of an emergency, please contact the Cross Cultural Center for Excellence at 334-844-0016.

  • bed linens & pillow (sheets for twin XL size bed)
  • towels
  • casual attire
  • athletic shoes (bring a pair you don’t mind getting a little dirty!)
  • notebook and pen
  • toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, contacts/contact solution, shampoo, etc.)
  • phone/charger
  • rain gear
  • prescription medications (if necessary)
  • spending money (should you want to get something at the bookstore/museum or purchase a snack between meals)

  • alcohol
  • drugs
  • weapons
  • jewelry or other valuable