New Student Orientation
Why do New Student Orientation?
New Student Orientation (NSO) is designed to guide you through important tasks before beginning your education. We want to provide a clear map to you and connect you with help along the way.
NSO is recommended for all new students, with a few exceptions, and should be completed after you are accepted into the college and before your register for classes.
NSO covers the following topics:
- Funding your education
- Math and English Placement
- Understanding Advising
- and more!
Who does not need to complete New Student Orientation?
- International students participate in their own International Student Orientation
- High School students, who are taking classes as part of Running Start; these students have a separate set of supports
- Transition Studies students who are focusing on ESL, ABE, High School completion or GED; these students have supports through their Navigators and Case Managers
- Students attending Shoreline for just a class or two and not seeking a full degree, including Parent Education students
Ready to start?
To participate in an in-person OR an asynchronous online NSO session, sign up below.
Welcome Week
Welcome Week events begin the week before school starts and continue through the first week of the quarter. It is hosted by the Student Life team, on campus.
Welcome Week is intended to
- Help you connect with other students and have fun!
- Introduce you to various services and supports at the college, such as the library, affinity spaces, tutoring, and counseling
- Showcase the many ways you can be involved in campus life, such as through athletics, student government, clubs and other activities
Welcome Week events are optional but recommended and encouraged.
