Starting college may seem overwhelming, but it doesn't have to! Our New Student Orientation programs make it easy for you to get familiar with CCBC, both inside and outside of the classroom.
We recommend that all new students get to know CCBC through this self-paced online orientation module. You can explore on your own time. Just be sure to take the completion assessment to verify that you've finished the module.
Scheduled for January and August each year, these large group sessions provide students with information about the college experience. Faculty, staff and returning students will discuss tips that you will find helpful in starting your college career. We provide a campus tour after face-to-face orientation sessions.
Want to learn more about CCBC, but haven't registered for classes yet? Sign up for a pre-orientation meeting with one of our First-Year Experience mentors who are returning student leaders. In your meeting, they'll talk with you about what CCBC has to offer and answer any questions you may have about enrolling at the college.
Schedule your pre-orientation meeting by email today!
Whether you started your first semester during the winter or summer, or you just couldn't make orientation, we also offer transition meetings for enrolled students. These 1:1 meetings pair you with a First-Year Experience mentor, and together you'll cover the material missed from your group orientation.
You can request a transition meeting if you:
Orientation is just one of the many offerings provided by our First Year Experience (FYE) team. Learn more about mentorship opportunities, summer programs and other ways we support you during your first year.
Assistant Director, Student Engagement, First-Year Experience