ORIENTATION AND COURSE PLANNING SESSIONS

 

NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION INFORMATION

The new student orientation is a program designed specifically for new students as an official welcome to Macomb.  This program will improve your awareness and increase your readiness for your first semester at Macomb.

The orientation program consists of two key sessions:  the information session and the course planning session. 

Learning Objectives of the Information Session:

  • Discuss expectations (What can you expect?  What does Macomb expect?).
  • Introduce programs & services available to support your success at Macomb.
  • Share skills used by successful students (i.e.: time management & schedule building strategies).
  • Develop the skill to successfully register each semester.
  • Increase your understanding of your placement test scores.
Learning Objectives of the Course Planning Session
  • Discuss your goals at Macomb.
  • Recommend courses for your first semester based on your goals, scheduling needs, and placement test scores (COMPASS scores).
  • Provide direction for future course planning, career planning, and/or referral for other college resources.

You have two options to complete your orientation.  The major differences between the two options is in the delivery method and in the placement testing reading score requirement.

Option 1 - Online Orientation Option 2 - On-Ground Orientation

Information Session:  This session is self-paced and can be completed from any computer with internet access. It will take approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete.

To attend an online orientation you must have:

  • submitted an application for admission to Macomb Community College
  • completed placement testing and achieved a minimum reading score (60 or higher on COMPASS reading.  38 or higher on ASSET reading.)

Course Planning Session:  After completing the online information session, you must come to campus to meet with an academic advisor or counselor to plan your first semester courses. 

It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete your course planning session, but your wait time will vary depending upon the number of students ahead of you in the office when you arrive.  A copy of the scheduled meeting times is available below.

To begin the online orientation now, click here.

Information Session:  This session is guided by an Academic Advisor and held on campus in a group setting.  It will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

To attend an on ground orientation you must have:

  • submitted an application for admission to Macomb Community College
  • completed placement testing  with no minimum reading score

 

Course Planning Session:  After completing the group information session, you will meet with an academic advisor or counselor immediately to plan your first semester courses. 

It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete your course planning session, but your wait time will vary depending on the number of students that attend the group session.  A copy of the scheduled group orientations is available below.

To schedule an on ground orientation now, click here. 

Or call Counseling & Academic Advising Services.