Lions Roar Open House
Saturday, October 18, 2025 | 10 AM to 3:30 PM
The Office of Admission invites high school students and three of their guests to take a closer look at Soka University of America. You will have opportunities to interact with our faculty, staff, and students throughout the day through various sessions. Guests will also be able to experience our campus up close through our student-led campus tours.
What you can expect at Lions Roar
Academics & Distinguished Faculty
Meet faculty and discover the benefits of a Liberal Arts degree through one of our five concentrations.
Lunch Provided
While enjoying a complimentary lunch, explore our bookstore and interact with our community.
Soka Fair
Opportunities for prospective students and parents to visit tables from Athletics, Student Employment (HR), Residential Life, Club Senate, and more! Learn about our campus and the possibilities that await.
Student Experience
See examples of the opportunities life on campus, student leadership, and participating in NAIA athletics can provide, such as inclusivity, diversity, services, and community.
Campus Experience
Students will lead you on a journey to see our unique architecture, campus atmosphere, and modern recreation facilities.
Language, Culture & Study Abroad Panel
Grasp the world in all its diversity. Hear the stories and opportunities that studying abroad can provide.
Important Information
Registration
Pre-registration is highly preferred for this event. Walk-in registration is also available on the day of the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Lions Roar is held rain or shine. If rain is expected, please bring an umbrella to the event. We will provide a bus to take you on the campus tour.
Soka University is located between major freeways (5 and 405) and toll roads. Various routes to campus can be found on our Driving Directions webpage.
Parking is FREE! All guests enter through Soka’s front gate. Security will direct you to park in LOT A. Maps of campus are available on our website.
It is not necessary to print your reservation confirmation. Your confirmation can be displayed on your smartphone or tablet. If you have forgotten or lost your confirmation, our admission staff can check you in when you arrive.
Lions Roar’s registration and check-in is located inside Founders Hall.
Lions Roar’s registration and check-in begins at 10:00 AM. Many guests arrive early, and we often open the doors to Founders Hall by 9:45 AM. Registration takes only a few minutes. Sessions officially begin at 10:30 AM. Guests arriving late must find a staff member to register.
Refreshments and snacks are provided during the Meet and Greet.
Yes. Guests needing accommodations are asked to identify their needs on the registration form and also call us at 888-600-SOKA x 4150. An electric cart will be available for use. We do have some limits on the number we are able to accommodate with the cart. For this reason, we ask that you plan ahead and call us with your information.
There is plenty to explore at Soka and around Aliso Viejo. In addition to nearby eateries and entertainment, The Soka Performing Arts Center is a modern venue that features world-class acoustics and attracts performers from around the globe.