Orientation

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Welcome, new students. We are so excited for you to join us! Spring Orientation is now over.

Orientation takes place in September, January and May for each intake. The next Orientation will take place in Septmber for our Fall starts. Online Pre-Orientation events usually begin in end of August. Please check back soon for more information!

First year students kick off their first school year with a month of orientation events, including Orientation. Orientation is the ultimate opportunity to provide you with a warm welcome, and to ease you into college life. The most important thing will be to attend your Program Information Session on Orientation. This is your chance to connect with your program coordinators and instructors. Your professors are excited to welcome you to NC!

Important Tips

You can pick your student ID card up on campus 1 business day after submitting your photo online. Visit the ID Cards page to learn more.

Visit the Important Dates page for important dates and deadlines for this academic term.

Are you an English for Academic Prep (EAP) Student?

Register for EAP Orientation

Orientation Schedule

Check the schedules below to explore the types of activities planned during Orientation.

Pre-Orientation
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Get Ready

Before classes start, you will be able to take part in free online Pre-Orientation sessions. You’ll learn about the services NC has to offer. Pre-Orientation happens in April.

KickSTART Session
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Get Set

Want to skip the lines on Orientation? Stop by KickSTART and check off important ‘to dos’, like campus tour or picking up your ID card. KickSTART takes place from May 5th to 7th.

Orientation Sessions
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Welcome to NC

Orientation is when most Program Information Sessions take place. You’ll learn everything you need to know about your program, courses and what to expect for the entire term. Orientation is on May 8th.

Social Events
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Experience NC Life

Dive into NC social events during the month of May and meet your fellow students! We schedule lots of fun activities like group trips, free food, and more!

Get Ready to Succeed

Not sure where to start as a new NC student? Explore the links below to get ready for your first term!

Questions?

Contact Marilia Welter, Student Experience Coordinator, by email at [email protected] and she will be happy to assist you!

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