All
enrollment steps must be completed prior to signing up for a New Student
Orientation session. Please Contact Vista Central with any questions. Students
who register for orientation prior to being eligible will not be permitted to
stay at the orientation and will have to reschedule for a new date.
Click here to view the enrollment steps for First Time In College Students.
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About New Student Orientation for First Time In College Students
Support After New Student Orientation
Frequently Asked Questions
Sign Up For New Student Orientation
About New Student Orientation
For First
Time In College Students
All First Time In College students must attend a mandatory New Student Orientation that
will take place on the NVC Campus. Students will:
- Prepare for first day of classes
- Receive recommendations on which courses to register for
- Register for classes
- Learn about payment options
Support After New Student Orientation
Prior to classes
beginning: If you still have questions or need assistance registering for
additional courses after attending New Student Orientation, please contact the
Vista Central: Welcome and Admissions Center. You may also refer to resources
on your website or handouts you were given at orientation.
After
classes begin: You will be assigned to a Certified Advisor based on your NVC institute. You can view your assigned Certified Advisor's contact information in your ACES account by clicking on your "My Page" tab.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is New Student Orientation Required?
A: Yes. All new first time in college students must attend an on-campus
orientation. The purpose of this orientation is to introduce students to the
campus, provide them with valuable resources, and teach them to register for
classes.
Q: Can I bring guests with me to my orientation?
A: Parents, siblings, or other support individuals are welcome to attend the
session with their student. However, due to space limitations, during larger
sessions, supporting guests may be asked to sit outside during the registration
session to allow enough room for the students.
Q: When will I meet with a Certified Advisor?
A: You will meet with a Certified Advisor during your New Student Orientation
Session. Although the session is conducted in a group format, advisors,
faculty, and staff will be available to assist you and answer all of your
questions as you register. After your New Student Orientation, you will also
receive an assigned Academic Advisor that you will be able to meet with
individually each semester. More information will be provided at orientation.
Q: What should I bring with me to New Student Orientation?
A: Please bring a photo ID and your confirmation email to your orientation
session. It is also recommended that you bring a notepad for jotting down
notes, and you may also wish to bring a list of questions you have for an
advisor. Be sure to also bring your enthusiasm, pride, and excitement!
Q: Where will my session be held and where can I park?
A: You will receive a confirmation email after signing up for a session that
will confirm your time, date, and location of the orientation, as well as
parking instructions. You can also click here
to view our campus map.
Q: What if I or my guests need special accommodations?
A: If you or your guests have a disability or circumstances that require
special accommodations during New Student Orientation, please contact our
Access Office at least one week prior to
your session by phone at 210-486-4466 or by email at nvc-access@alamo.edu.
Q: I may arrive late or need to leave my session early. Do I
have to attend the entire session?
A: Students must attend the entire orientation session to receive credit for
attending and to be allowed to register for courses. Students who do not arrive
on time or leave early may be asked to reschedule their session.
Sign Up For New Student Orientation
Where do I go to look up or cancel my registered New Student Orientation session?
Where do I go to look up or cancel my registered New Student Orientation session?
Note: If you need to reschedule your orientation date, you MUST first cancel your old session here before signing up for a new date. Otherwise, the system will not allow you to sign up for a new orientation date.
High School College Prep Courses
Please Read: Important Information on High School College Prep Courses
If you are currently enrolled or have completed a college prep Math and/or English course
at your high school, you must submit an official FINAL high school transcript
to Admissions and Records in order to have your placement scores updated. Once
you have submitted your FINAL transcript, you must see a walk-in advisor to
request updated placement information if needed. Please note it is your
responsibility to change your schedule appropriately should your college prep
course change your placement status. If you have additional questions about the
College Prep course, please contact the Vista Central: Welcome and Admissions Center at 210-486-4125 or nvc-orientation@alamo.edu.