The Best Start Here
New Student Orientation is the place where new students become Apaches! Check back for more orientation sessions in Summer 2021!
New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation at TJC seeks to prepare students for academic and social engagement as members of the TJC family. Through our transition programs and resources, we aim to provide information and experiences that will support students and their families during their transition to college and throughout their journey towards a timely graduation.
TJC is committed to providing students with a positive learning experience and believes that to ensure a productive start to that journey, there is information and experiences that students need to receive and take part in. For this reason, completion of New Student Orientation is mandatory for all first-time-in-college students.
To begin, please review these on-demand resources to help you prepare for your new student orientation session. Eager to meet with your advisor before coming to NSO? You can schedule an appointment with them anytime here.
Sign Up For 2021 New Student Orientation
Students who are eligible to sign up for New Student Orientation will get an email with instructions on how to select a date a register.
Please note, students must have TSI scores or exemptions on file before this email will be sent. More information can be found at TJC.edu/TSI.
Emails will be sent each day, please allow 2-3 days for your email to arrive after you have submitted your TSI scores
What will I get from my session?
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Confidence
Your confidence is an essential component in your ability to feel capable - especially when you’re beginning something as life-changing as college.
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Connection
The connections you make with your peers and the institution will help you become successful during your first semester and throughout your time at TJC.
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Clarity
Establishing your personal path to your goals is a key component in finding success during college. Our team will ensure you have the information you need to move forward prepared.
New Students
New Student Orientation is the first step toward your academic success and graduation. Our personal approach is designed to ease your transition from high school to college both academically and socially.
Studies show that students who attend orientation are better prepared for their first semester in college and are more likely to graduate. Since your success is our mission, all first time in college students must attend New Student Orientation in order to be successful in their first year and beyond.
Families & Parents
College is a great opportunity for students to become more self-sufficient. It is also a great opportunity for parents to continue to offer their advice and wisdom while allowing their student to create their own path.
We are thankful to have the support of parents and family members and we recognize how significant each of these individuals are in the lives of our students. We are happy to offer orientation programming for parents and family members.
Related GO Blogs
Check out the following blog articles at GO.TJC.edu for quick and easy-to-understand tips for success!
