Orientation

Fall Orientation is coming!

Fall Orientation takes place on Tuesday, September 8, 2026 with the first day of classes on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (unless your program has informed you otherwise). Join us in July and August for Pre-Orientation and from Aug. 24th to Sep. 4th for the KickSTART sessions, with social activities taking place throughout September.

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

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 July and August.

KickSTART Session

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 Aug. 24th until Sep. 4th.

Orientation Sessions

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 September 8th.

Social Events

Experience NC Life

Dive into NC social events during the month of September 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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