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In order to complete several of the steps in the CAM, you will need to access your Student Banner account. 

If you have a problem with your Banner account, please contact the IT Service Desk at 706-864-1922.

Confirm your acceptance to ´óÏó´«Ã½ through the Check Application Status page. Log in to this page using your ´óÏó´«Ã½ ID number or Social Security Number, and your date of birth. On the right side of the page, or beneath your admissions decision, select “Confirmation of Acceptance”. Complete the form as appropriate.

Once you have confirmed your acceptance, return to the Cadet Admissions Manual and begin from Step 1: Sign Cadet Housing Contract, Pay Housing Application and FROG Week Fees.

Note: It will take 24-48 hours for your confirmation of acceptance to process. Because of this, you may not be able to access the cadet housing portal immediately.

If you no longer plan to attend ´óÏó´«Ã½ or need to update your acceptance, please let cadet admissions know. If you have any question about this process, please email us at cadetrecruiting@ung.edu or call our office at 706-867-2918.

Confirmation of Acceptance Due Dates

• Summer semester confirmation deadline: April 15
• Fall semester confirmation deadline: May 1
• Spring semester confirmation deadline: December 1

Apply for Cadet Housing

Please apply for housing through the 

• Log in using your ´óÏó´«Ã½ credentials and follow the Housing Application Process.

Note: If you have a commitment (i.e. Basic / AIT) that will prevent you from attending the Fall semester, do not sign up for the academic year. Please monitor your ´óÏó´«Ã½ email during the beginning of November for the "Spring only" housing option to open. If you have any questions, please contact Cadet Recruiting or Cadet Housing at 706-864-1795. 

Pay Housing Application Fee and Sign Housing Contract

Once you have applied for housing, you will receive an initial room assignment and roommates. Once that is complete, you will receive an email from Residence Life that issues your housing contract. This email will give you detailed instructions on your 7-day timeslot to sign your housing contract. If you do not complete this within 7 days, your timeslot will expire, and you will have to request another from Residence Life. Please check your junk folder, as this email can sometimes populate there.

When you apply for housing, you will be charged a $150 one-time, non-refundable housing application fee. 
Pay the $150 cadet housing application fee (using your activated ´óÏó´«Ã½ username), log in to your 

• Select "Student"
• Select "Student Account"
• Select "Student Invoice"
• Select "Continue"
• Select "Deposits" from the black menu bar
• Select the term
• Select the "Cadet Deposit" then "Select"
• Verify deposit name and the $150 dollar amount
• Select your payment method of choice and follow the instructions to complete the transaction

FROG Week Fees

You will be charged a $150 one-time FROG Week fee, which covers food, housing, facility use, and Student Health Services for the duration of FROG Week.

The Assistant Commandant’s office will notify the business office to apply the $150 FROG Week fee to your account. The fee is due prior to the beginning of FROG Week.

*Prices/fees are subject to change without notice.

Housing Contract

Visit the  to sign your Cadet Housing contract. The housing contract will be available starting on February 1 for Cadets starting in the Fall semester and on October 1 for Cadets starting in the Spring Semester.

Important Note: If you decide not to attend ´óÏó´«Ã½, you must log in to the Housing Portal to cancel your Cadet Housing contract. If you do not cancel before the deadline, room charges will be billed to you even if you do not enroll.

• Deadline to cancel for fall semester and not be billed room charges: April 30
• Deadline to cancel for spring semester and not be billed for room charges: November 1

To cancel, please contact Cadet Recruiting at 706-867-2918 or email cadetrecruiting@ung.edu.

Important note: Room contracts are to be accepted and completed online. If you do not complete your room contract by July 1, it is assumed that you will not be a cadet at ´óÏó´«Ã½ beginning in fall. If you miss the deadline, but are still planning on attending, please contact Cadet Recruiting as soon as possible.

Upon admission to ´óÏó´«Ã½, you are provided with a student email account. Student email is the official channel of communication between the university and its students. It is your responsibility to monitor your student email account and be aware of the information sent by the university.

You can access your student account information by the following:

• Fill out required information and select “Submit”
• Update account information
• Access Email at

Note: If you have IT related questions or concerns, you may contact the IT Service Desk at (706) 864-1922, by email at helpdesk@ung.edu, or stop by their office in the , Room 164.

Applying for the FAFSA (Primary application window from October 1 to February 14)

New financial aid information is updated at the beginning of March each year for the following academic year. Apply for the Free Application for Financial Aid (FAFSA):

• Visit Financial Aid Website
• On the left under Financial Aid, select “Paying for College”
• Select “Federal Aid”
• Follow the Steps of complete FAFSA

Note: All financial aid correspondence is done through your ´óÏó´«Ã½ email account.       

Check Your Financial Aid Status

• Log into your  account
• Select "Financial Aid"
• Select "Financial Aid Status"

Note: Please refer to the Financial Aid website for deadlines and preferred filing dates. You will be assigned a financial aid counselor based on the first letter of your last name. If you have financial aid related questions, please contact the Financial Aid Office at 706-864-1412.

Cadets Receiving Financial Aid for Books and Uniforms

Funds will be made available in your bookstore account on day one of FROG Week. This includes Cadets receiving scholarship money (Georgia Military Scholarship for books and uniforms).

Georgia ROTC Grant

The General Assembly of the State of Georgia has established an ROTC grant for eligible Cadets enrolled in the Corps of Cadets at ´óÏó´«Ã½. The grant is for a maximum of $750 each semester of the regular academic year (fall and spring) through your senior year. You must be a legal resident of the state of Georgia, a full-time student, be enrolled in a military science class and earn a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher. You must also be in good conduct standing with the Commandant of Cadets at the end of each semester. The grant is paid during the last week of each semester. The amount of the grant may vary due to availability of state funding. You will fill out the ROTC Grant Application during FROG Week in-processing. Each year after, you must apply for this grant with the Financial Aid Office.

Furture Officer's Grant

If you sign a contract with the Professor of Military Science (PMS) to commission as an Army officer prior to earning 90 semester hours, you will receive the Future Officer's Grant which pays up to $2,000 per semester. To receive these funds, you must complete the Future Officers application and provide a copy of your ROTC contract to the Financial Aid Office. You cannot receive the Georgia ROTC Grant in the same semester that you receive the Future Officer’s Grant.

To see an itemized cost list, refer to our Cadet Cost webpage.

To schedule your orientation date, go to Nighthawk Engagement & Student Transitions (NEST). Prior to attending Orientation, select the button for Online Pre-Orientation. You will need to register for and complete Online Pre-Orientation before you attend orientation.

After you pay your housing fee, complete your Academic Interest Form before registering for Orientation.

New Student Orientation (NSO) or Transfer Student Orientation (TSO) is required for all new students. Cadets will verify class registration during Orientation.

Note: All Cadets are required to participate in NSO or TSO; however, Cadets can request an exemption to this policy due to an extenuating circumstance by emailing sos@ung.edu.

Cadet Housing Agreement and In-processing Forms

Cadets may accept the offer for Summer and Fall 2025 Cadet Housing Contracts in the  starting January 15, 2025.

Please follow the instructions on how to accept/deny your room contract offer.

Roommate requests

You may request a roommate in the but keep in mind the following:

• The Cadet whom you are requesting to room with must also request you in return. If the request is not mutual, the request will not be granted. If you cannot find your requested roommates name, they have not signed a room contract yet.
• Roommate requests and changes are done through the .
• The deadline to request or change your roommate is June 1.
  Roommate and Company requests are not guaranteed.

Read Exhibit B (Cancellation Schedule) in the contract. These deadlines are strictly enforced.

If you have any further questions regarding a Cadet Housing Contract, contact the Assistant Commandant's Office at 706-864-1793.

Attending Summer Language Institute

Summer Language Institute 2025 is currently scheduled to take place in person on the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Dahlonega campus.

Official Final High School Transcript and/or Official Final College Transcripts (includes Dual-Enrolled students)

• Summer Accepts: June 1
• Fall/Spring Accepts: July 1

Official transcripts must be sent to ´óÏó´«Ã½ directly by your school through a secure eTranscript or by mail in a sealed envelope. Transcripts that are sent by email or by the student directly are not valid.

Have your school mail your official final transcript to the following address:

• Final College Transcripts: An official transcript is needed after you complete each college semester with all grades and credits posted.  A hold will be placed on your account for this item.  You are required to send an official college transcript after each completed college term (even if you withdrew or never enrolled).
• The Registrar’s Office will conduct a credit evaluation of your college transcripts to determine how many credits will transfer to ´óÏó´«Ã½.  For questions, please call 706-864-1760 or email registrar-dah@ung.edu.    
• Final High School Transcripts: Graduation date must include day, month, and year.  All credits and grades must be posted. 
• Final Home School Summary Form: If you are graduating from an unaccredited homeschool program, you are required to submit a final transcript or the Cadet Home School Summary Form with your exact graduation date listed: day, month, and year.
• Please email admissions-gvl@ung.edu with any questions or concerns about submitting your final transcripts.

To verify that we have received your final transcripts and that the hold has been removed, please online.

You will not be allowed to participate in FROG Week without a current physical.

Required Medical Forms: (keep a copy for your personal records)

• Fall/Summer Semester (August): July 15
• Spring Semester (January): December 1
• Summer Language Institute: June 1

• Dental Records Form (PDF)
  
  • This form does not require a visit to the dentist. The only signature required is yours.
• DA Form 3425-R – Medical Fitness Statement (PDF)
  
  • This form must be completed and/or signed by a Doctor, Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.

• University of North Georgia – Medical Report Form (PDF)
  
  • This form must be completed and/or signed by a Doctor, Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. Your physical exam form must be dated within one year of the start of FROG week.
• Certificate of Immunization (PDF)
  
  • Cadets who are soldiers in the Guard, Reserve, or who were on active duty within two years of enrollment can access their PERMS for the Certificate of Immunization form. 

Medical Insurance

Your student health services fee will cover your treatment on campus at Student Health Services for minor injuries and illnesses while a Cadet at ´óÏó´«Ã½. Charges incurred while seeking care at another facility (i.e. an Emergency Room visit or appointment with a Specialist) are your responsibility. If you are a contracted Army ROTC Cadet, you are covered during ROTC training by the federal government. 

Note: Injuries during FROG Week are not covered by ROTC and the federal government, but the participants own health insurance.

Although it is not mandatory, health insurance is recommended. For a fee, The University System of Georgia offers health insurance. .

Complete Direct Deposit Form (U.S. Citizens Only), Photo Copy of Birth Certificate and Social Security Card

• Fall/Summer Semester (August): July 15
• Spring Semester (January): December 1
• Summer Language Institute: June 1

Mail the Direct Deposit form, copy of Birth Certificate and copy of Social Security card to:

University of North Georgia/Pennington Military Leadership Center
ATTN: FROG Week
82 College Circle
Dahlonega, GA 30597 

Attention:

If not mailed, cadets must bring a photocopy of their birth certificate and all other documents with them to FROG Week or a hold will be placed on their account.

Questions about paperwork can be directed to 706-864-1449.

Paying Your Uniform Fee

The uniform fee is $2,800. All new Cadets must pay a uniform fee, to include National Guard, Reserve, and prior service soldiers. To pay by phone please call the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Clothing & Sales at 706-864-1537. To pay by check, please make checks payable to: ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Clothing & Sales and put Cadet’s first, middle, last name and student ID on the memo line of your check and mail to:

The uniform fee is due no later than the first day of FROG Week.

Note: Georgia Military Scholarship recipients will be credited the uniform fee to their student account 10 days prior to FROG Week.

• How to Pay Uniform Fee Online Directions (PDF)

Required Uniforms

You are responsible for having all uniform items by the first day of FROG week. Uniforms become your personal property and must be maintained in a good and serviceable condition. Replacement of worn, outgrown, lost or damaged items will be at your expense. The ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Clothing & Sales asks that you keep all receipts, tags and packaging from newly purchased items for FROG Week. Altered items cannot be returned.

Individual appointments must be made between 15 April and 31 July for the fall semester (August), and 1 October and the first Thursday in December for the spring semester (January) for fittings, payment, and uniform issue.

Appointments are held in the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Clothing & Sales which is located on the first floor of the Chestatee Building beneath the campus bookstore.

Dahlonega, GA 30597

The hours of fittings are 9 a.m. - noon and 1-3 p.m. Monday through Thursday. If you live several hours away and wish to have your uniform fitting during Orientation, you may do so.

For appointments, the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Clothing & Sales staff can be contacted below:

• ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Store Manager, Ms. Elisha Blackford: 706-864-1537 or Elisha.Blackford@ung.edu  

Note for Army enlisted personnel: Those who have attended Army Basic Training can bring issued items but the items must be identical to those listed in the table below and cannot differ in color or style.

Your uniform deposit will cover the purchase of the following items:

(Abbreviations: OCP = Operational Camouflage Pattern)

Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP)/Army Physical Fitness Uniform (APFU)

In addition to uniforms purchased at the ´óÏó´«Ã½ Military Clothing & Sales, the Operational Camouflage Patterns (OCP/work uniforms), coyote brown boots and a complete set of the Army Physical Fitness Uniform (APFU) are issued to you by the Military Science Department Supply during FROG Week.

These uniforms are on loan to you from the U.S. Government and must be returned when you leave the Corps of Cadets. You are responsible for replacing lost items. Exchange for uniform sizes along with wear and tear is made to you at no cost.

Required Personal Clothing and Equipment:

You are REQUIRED to bring the following items when you report to FROG Week:

• *2 pencil boxes (any style)
• *6 pair boot socks (green or black)
• *10 pair white or black athletic socks (above ankle height, no logos)
• *1 combination lock (to secure footlocker)
• 1 pair Black Dress Pants (for wear with ´óÏó´«Ã½ Cadet Polo)
• 1 pair Black Dress Shoes
• 1 Black Dress Belt (Must match shoes)
• 2 dozen hangers (black plastic no wire hangers)
• 1 pillow
• 2 pillowcases, white
• 4 regular length twin flat sheets (no fitted), white
• 1 shaving kit (males)
• 1 pair shower shoes
• 1 black book bag (no colors)
• 2 pair running shoes (No minimalist shoes, light weight track/road racing flats, racing spikes, toe shoes, or shoes that simulate barefoot running)
• 1 pair of old, full-length blue jeans with no holes (to be used during field training)
• 1 old long sleeve t-shirt (to be used during field training)
• 2 storage boxes (i.e. Rubber-Maid-type containers),with lids (not to exceed 18L x 12W x 12H) Not painted
• 2 required (6 recommended) athletic bras (females)
• 6 white T-shirts, crew neck (male and female)
• 3 white towels, bath size
• 12 pair underwear (personal preference on type), (male and female)
• 2 white washcloths
• Toilet Paper
• Soap / Shampoo / Other personal shower items
• 1 twin XL blanket
• 1 pack of AAA batteries

Suggested Items (Not Required):

• *1 sewing kit
• 1 alarm clock
• 1 lint brush
• 1 computer and accessories
• 1 electrical power strip
• 1 ethernet cable
• 1 iron
• Swim goggles
• 2 sets of civilian clothing
• Bathroom cleaning supplies (include toilet brush)

*Note: Asterisk items and additional items can be ordered below:

• • Military Clothing & Sales Order Form (PDF)
  • Complete form
  • Email form to elisha.blackford@ung.edu 

Restricted to One Per Room:

Do not purchase these items prior to the start of FROG Week. If you have already purchased these items, please wait until after FROG Week to bring them to campus. After FROG Week, you can agree with your roommate on what optional items each of you will provide. You will be given time the day of FROG Week graduation and the week thereafter for you to visit local stores to purchase them.

• 1 radio or stereo (size limited to 18 x 24)
• 1 refrigerator (size limited to 36 high)
• 1 ironing board
• 1 electric fan
• 1 coffee pot
• 1 TV (26” flat screen or smaller)

Prohibited Items for Freshman Cadets living on Campus:

• No cooking items (i.e. microwaves, hotplates, etc)
• Weapons and ammunition, including paintball guns, Air rifles, BB guns (Applies to all cadets)
• Pyrotechnics and explosives of any kind
• Knives with blades longer than 2 inches
• Video games, video game consoles
• Large screen TVs (Anything over 26 inches) or large screen computer monitors
• Pornographic, racist, or extremist materials
• Flame producing devices (candles, incense, etc.)
• Pets
• Plants
• Alcohol beverages anywhere on campus, including vehicles
• Use of tobacco products prohibited on campus.

Paying Tuition, Food and Housing

You will find your bill in your "my´óÏó´«Ã½ Student Banner" account. You will not receive a bill in the mail. To access your account:

• Go to 
• Select Banner Drop-down tab
• Access your 
• Select “Student”
• Select “NightHawk Registration”
• Select “Student Invoice”
• Select “Continue”