Student Arrival Hub
Your guide to Fall 2026 arrival information, including Enrollment Validation, Move-In, Welcome Week, the Packing List, Campus Map, Admissions Portal, Populi, and arrival contacts.
Before making travel plans
Please wait until you have received your approved arrival date and Enrollment Validation appointment time from Ecclesia College. Some student groups have approved early arrival dates, but most students should plan to arrive for their scheduled Enrollment Validation appointment.
- Enrollment Validation is in Wallace Hall at 3201 Ecclesia Ave, Springdale, AR 72762.
- Arrive at the appointment time you selected so staff and offices are ready to serve you.
- Residential students complete Enrollment Validation before moving into campus housing.
- Only groups with approved early-arrival arrangements should arrive before their assigned date.
- Do not rely on an arrival date communicated informally unless it has been approved by Ecclesia College.
Make sure these steps are complete.
Use this checklist before finalizing travel plans or coming to campus.
Watch your Ecclesia email and text messages for your approved arrival date, appointment time, and Welcome Week updates.
Before you travel, make sure you have:
- Registered for Enrollment Validation using the link sent to you by email or text.
- Confirmed your approved arrival date and appointment time.
- Reviewed remaining admissions requirements in the Admissions Portal.
- Reviewed class registration, financial aid, and student account information in Populi.
- Reviewed the Packing List and Campus Map.
Important arrival reminder
Most students should arrive for their scheduled Enrollment Validation appointment in Wallace Hall.
If you are unsure whether your arrival date is approved, contact Admissions before making travel plans.
Email AdmissionsWelcome Week: August 11–16, 2026
Welcome Week is the full arrival week for the Fall 2026 semester. Different parts of the week apply to different student groups, so follow the schedule and instructions sent to you by email and text.
Fall 2026 classes begin Monday, August 17, 2026.
Returning Student Enrollment Validation
Returning students complete Enrollment Validation by appointment in Wallace Hall.
New Student Enrollment Validation
New students complete Enrollment Validation by appointment in Wallace Hall.
Orientation & Student Activities
New students participate in orientation sessions, connection activities, and campus preparation.
Team Church
Students attend church together as part of Welcome Week and begin building spiritual community.
First Day of Classes
Classes begin after Welcome Week concludes.
Go to Wallace Hall first.
Enrollment Validation is in Wallace Hall at 3201 Ecclesia Ave, Springdale, AR 72762. Please do not go directly to the residence hall when you arrive.
Arrive on time
Arrive at your scheduled Enrollment Validation appointment time.
Check in
Follow campus signs to the Enrollment Validation check-in location in Wallace Hall.
Complete Enrollment Validation
Meet with the required campus offices and confirm your semester readiness items.
Move in after clearance
Residential students may move into housing after completing Enrollment Validation and receiving move-in clearance.
Continue Welcome Week
Continue with the Welcome Week schedule that applies to your student group.
Your required check-in before classes begin.
Enrollment Validation helps confirm important enrollment details before the semester starts. Use the appointment link sent to you by email or text so you register for the correct student group.
Wallace Hall
3201 Ecclesia Ave
Springdale, AR 72762
Students may meet with:
- Admissions
- Financial Aid
- Housing
- Registrar
- Business Office / Student Accounts
- Work-Learning-Service
What to bring:
- Photo ID
- Any missing admissions documents
- Financial aid information, if requested
- Billing or payment information, if needed
- Housing information, if applicable
- Questions for campus offices
Use the right place for the right task.
These are the main places students should use before arriving on campus.
Admissions Portal
Use the Admissions Portal for:
- Admissions checklist
- Missing application requirements
- Admissions interview
- Spiritual Mentor Reference
- Admissions next steps
Populi Student Portal
Use Populi for:
- Class registration
- Class schedule
- Financial aid information
- Student account and billing details
Student Arrival Hub
Use this page for:
- Arrival instructions
- Enrollment Validation
- Move-In
- Packing List
- Campus Map
- Welcome Week information
- Contact information
Download the Packing List
A simple printable list with essential items, optional items, and roommate-coordination reminders.
Essentials
Bedding, towels, toiletries, laundry supplies, clothing, school supplies, technology, and personal documents.
Optional items
Storage bins, decorations, a small fan, desk lamp, snacks, and comfort items.
Coordinate with your roommate
Talk before arrival about shared items so you do not bring duplicates.
Find where you need to go.
Use the campus map to find Wallace Hall, parking areas, residence halls, student services, and Welcome Week destinations.
Start strong at Ecclesia.
Orientation and student activities help students understand campus expectations, meet other students, connect with faculty and staff, and prepare for the first day of classes.
Required sessions
Students will attend important sessions designed to help them begin the semester prepared.
Student activities
Welcome Week includes opportunities to meet classmates, build friendships, and get connected on campus.
Team Church
Students attend church together as part of Welcome Week and begin building spiritual community.
Common arrival questions.
Still unsure? Start here.
Where do I go for Enrollment Validation?
Enrollment Validation is in Wallace Hall at 3201 Ecclesia Ave, Springdale, AR 72762.
What should I do before making travel plans?
Wait until you have received your approved arrival date and Enrollment Validation appointment time from Ecclesia College.
Can I arrive before my assigned date?
Only groups with approved early-arrival arrangements should arrive before their assigned date. If you are unsure whether your arrival date is approved, contact Admissions before making travel plans.
What is Welcome Week?
Welcome Week is the full arrival week for the Fall semester. It includes Enrollment Validation, Move-In after clearance, orientation, student activities, and Team Church.
Can residential students move in before Enrollment Validation?
No. Residential students must complete Enrollment Validation and receive clearance before moving into campus housing.
Where do I check admissions requirements?
Use the Admissions Portal at https://apply.ecollege.edu to review your admissions checklist, missing application requirements, admissions interview, Spiritual Mentor Reference, and admissions next steps.
Where do I check class registration, financial aid, and billing?
Use the Populi Student Portal at https://ecollege.populiweb.com/ to review class registration, your class schedule, financial aid information, and student account details.
Need help? Start with the right office.
If you are not sure who to contact, start with Admissions and we will help direct you to the right office.
Admissions
Admissions checklist, Enrollment Validation, application items, and next steps.
Email: admissions@ecollege.edu
Phone: 479-248-7236
Financial Aid
FAFSA, scholarships, grants, loans, and required financial aid documents.
Email: financialaid@ecollege.edu
Phone: 479-248-7236
Housing
Residence halls, roommates, housing questions, and Move-In information.
Email: housing@ecollege.edu
Phone: 479-248-7236
Registrar
Class registration, academic records, transcripts, and schedule questions.
Email: registrar@ecollege.edu
Phone: 479-248-7236
Business Office / Student Accounts
Billing, balances, payments, student account questions, and payment information.
Email: business@ecollege.edu
Phone: 479-248-7236
Work-Learning-Service
Work-Learning-Service questions, placement information, and student work expectations.
Email: wls@ecollege.edu
Phone: 479-248-7236