Golden Bull Academy is an information-packed, day-and-a-half orientation program that will:  

• Acquaint you and your family members with Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU) 
• Get you acclimated with your “living and learning” environment
• Help you in making a smooth transition to college life

Whether or not you are a traditional, transfer or an evening/online student, GBA has something for you!

Our GBA will allow you and your family members to:  

• Engage with University leaders, faculty, staff and students, to learn about JCSU’s curricular and co-curricular offerings and expectations! 
• Interact with academic advisors and register for courses! 
• Take care of your University business with offices like Admissions, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Housing and Residence Life and Health Services! 
• Meet our Student Orientation Leaders! 
• Learn about “life outside the classroom” and how to get involved on campus!  
• Become an official Golden Bull!