
New Student Orientation
New students are strongly encouraged to attend New Student Orientation. Of the new students who attend orientation, over 80 percent return the following spring, compared to 60 percent of those who do not attend an orientation.
Learn how to be successful academically, meet new and experienced students, and learn about the resources that will INSPIRE your success at Howard Community College!
In-Person New Student Orientation (Fall 2022)
- Monday, August 15, 2022, 8:30am-12:30pm
- Monday, August 22, 2022, 8:30am-12:30pm
- Wednesday, August 24, 2022, 5:30pm-9:30pm
Virtual Orientation Videos (Spring 2022)
VIRTUAL New Student Orientation
Parent & Family Virtual Orientation
A recording of the Spring 2022 Zoom meeting.
Online Orientation
The online orientation is a great resource for all new students, or if you just want to revisit some helpful information about HCC resources. View Now
What You Will Learn
At New Student Orientation, you will learn about:
- Important deadlines: class withdrawal, refunds, etc.
- Student accounts: billing, payments, etc.
- Financial aid
- Self-service
- Canvas
- Important campus resources