Welcome to Valencia College!

Congratulations, you're going to college! Before registering for classes, all degree-seeking students (freshmen and transfer) are required to complete the Online Orientation Presentation. Your orientation will provide you with the information and resources to help you start right at Valencia College.

New Student Orientation has two parts; Part 1 is an Online Orientation Presentation and Part 2 is a New Student Advising Session. Read more about the process below.

PART 1: 
Online Orientation Presentation

The Online Orientation will cover the following topics:

  • Degree programs offered at Valencia College
  • Course scheduling options
  • Assistance with Admissions and Financial Aid
  • Academic advising for first term
  • Registration for first term
  • Overview of Learning Support and Campus Safety
PART 2:
New Student Advising Session

On the date of your New Student Advising Session, you’ll meet with an advisor either one on one virtually through Zoom or in a small group on campus. You will be advised on your first semester courses and provided with information about your degree program, starting college, or your course schedule. Make sure you check your Atlas email to receive orientation communication.

Don’t wait! Sessions fill up quickly!

Sign up now for your New Student Advising Session.

Signing up for New Student Advising is easy. Just follow the following steps at the end of the Online Orientation presentation.