New Student Orientation is your next step toward enrollment at Schoolcraft College.
Who should attend?
- All students new to Schoolcraft
- First time college students
- High school students
- Transfer-in students
Can parents/guests attend?
- Yes. We welcome parents and guests. Orientation is designed for the student, but students may bring a parent/guest to accompany them and participate.
Why should I attend?
- Select your classes with an Academic Advisor or Counselor
- Complete the necessary steps to enroll in one visit to campus
- Meet other students
- Learn tips for college success
Note: Students with IEPs are more than welcome to meet with an advisor or counselor during orientation, but they should be aware that they will still need to schedule an appointment to set up their accommodations with an Equal Access Counselor by calling 734-462-4421. At that meeting, if a schedule adjustment needs to be made, arrangements will be made with the Equal Access Counselor.
What do I need to do to prepare prior to orientation?
New Students:
- Submit ACT scores (if you took the ACT within the last 3 years). If you do not believe your scores accurately reflect your ability or you do not have ACT scores, you can take our free Placement Test on campus. We will use these scores for course placement.
- Complete the (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) FAFSA as soon as possible. This is the only way students will be considered for federal and state aid such as Pell grants, work study and/or student loans. It is also a common requirement for scholarships.
Transfer Students:
- If your official transcripts haven’t been received by Schoolcraft College, bring a student copy of your transcripts to orientation (from all previous colleges/universities attended). To verify the receipt of your official transcripts, please contact Admission and Enrollment at 734-462-4426.
- If you have completed less than 8 college credits and/or it’s been 5 years since you attended college please take our free Placement Test prior to Orientation. We will use these scores in combination with your college transcripts for course placement.
- Complete the (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) FAFSA as soon as possible. This is the only way students will be considered for federal and state aid such as Pell grants, work study and/or student loans. It is also a common requirement for scholarships.
- If you have already completed the FAFSA for another institution , please add the Schoolcraft College school code which is: 002315. Make sure Schoolcraft College is listed within your first three choices of schools for best processing.
What do I need to bring?
- Questions you may have about financial aid, scholarships and classes
- Any test scores, transcripts, or other information not already in your Schoolcraft College file.
How much does it cost?
- Free! We value and appreciate YOU!
When is it?
| Day | Date | Time | Meeting Room | |
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| Winter Semester Starts | 12-Jan | |||
| Thursday | 25-Apr | 4 pm to 7 pm | W210B | |
| Spring Semester Starts | 9-May | |||
| Saturday | 11-May | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Saturday | 11-May | 1 pm to 4 pm | W210B | |
| Tuesday | 21-May | 3 pm to 6 pm | W210B | |
| Thursday | 23-May | 4 pm to 7 pm | W210B | |
| Thursday | 30-May | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Saturday | 1-Jun | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Saturday | 1-Jun | 1 pm to 4 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 5-Jun | 4 pm to 7 pm | W210B | |
| Friday | 7-Jun | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 12-Jun | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Friday | 14-Jun | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Friday | 21-Jun | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 19-Jun | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 26-Jun | 4 pm to 7 pm | W210B | |
| Summer Semester Starts | 5-Jul | |||
| Tuesday | 9-Jul | 1 pm to 4 pm | W210B | |
| Thursday | 11-Jul | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Tuesday | 16-Jul | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 24-Jul | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Friday | 26-Jul | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 31-Jul | 4 pm to 7 pm | W210B | |
| Saturday | 10-Aug | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Saturday | 10-Aug | 1 pm to 4 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 14-Aug | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Wednesday | 21-Aug | 9 am to 12 pm | W210B | |
| Fall Semester Starts |
How long is orientation?
- Three hours.
What if I can’t attend?
- Online orientation is available for students who cannot attend in person. The online version does not include the academic advising, personal attention, etc. that is included in the New Student Orientation. Students should make every effort to attend an in person session.
What if I have questions?
- If you have questions, please contact the Admissions and Welcome Center at 734-462-4683 or e-mail us at gotoSC@schoolcraft.edu.