Student Orientation
We are thrilled to welcome you to Columbia-Greene Community College’s Summer new student events! This summer, we have several events designed to give new or re-enrolled students like you a great kick off to your academic and social experience at the College.
Upcoming Events
Accepted Students Day
Wednesday, July 16: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday, August 5: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Whether you need help finalizing your FAFSA, registering for classes, or getting familiar with campus, we’re here to help.
Join us for one of our upcoming Accepted Student Days at Columbia-Greene Community College, where you’ll have the chance to explore campus, connect with support services, and get everything set for the fall semester—all at your own pace. Stop by anytime between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm on Wednesday, July 16, or Tuesday, August 5.
When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by our friendly Ambassador Desk team (Tessa and Marissa!) and directed to the right place to begin your day. You’ll receive a personal “Taking Care of Business” guide to help you navigate the event, and you can choose to take a campus tour—offered at 11:00 am, 2:00 pm, or upon request.
Throughout the day, you can register for classes on the spot and visit open offices, including Financial Aid, Registrar, Health Services, Student Success Center, Advising, and more. All student service areas will remain open until 5:00 pm.
Come whenever works best for you—there’s no formal schedule, just guaranteed support. Light continental refreshments will be available while you wait.
College Orientation
Thursday, August 21: 8:30 am-2:00 pm (Registration opens July 21).
College Orientation features a wide range of workshops and programs with faculty, staff, and other students. This event will also identify the various College platforms and resources that will help you with classwork, being an active member of the College, and achieving your definition of success. Participation is very strongly encouraged. Guests and family members are welcome to attend.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Accepted Student Day events are an opportunity to visit campus to take care of necessary business regarding paperwork and account information and have all necessary paperwork and important items completed before the semester starts. Attendance is not required but these days offers available support for those looking for it.
Orientation, held on August 21, provides much more hands-on information regarding life as a student at C-GCC. There will be specific academic sessions with faculty, opportunities to learn about free support services & resources available to students, and time with your classmates. Attendance at this event is strongly encouraged.
To register for an Accepted Student Day, use the following links:
Placement tests are recommended for specific students during their advising session. If you are unsure if you need to take a placement test, please speak with your Academic Advisor.
Orientation will be held on Thursday, August 21, at 8:30 am (Check-in begins at 8:00 am). Registration for this event will open on July 21.
We strongly encourage all students to make arrangements to be present on August 21, but we understand if there is an unplanned conflict. Please contact student.orientation@sunycgcc.edu if you have an unavoidable conflict.
Yes! Students are eligible to bring guests to any of the hosted events. Please indicate their attendance on your registration form, as we will use that information when planning materials and event logistics.
Of course!
Light refreshments and beverages will be provided at the Accepted Student Day events. Continental breakfast, beverages, and a full lunch will be provided at the Orientation event on August 21.
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If you have any questions this summer, please contact us at student.orientation@sunycgcc.edu.