New Student Orientation & First-Time Enrollment
Participating in an orientation ensures you're informed about what's happening and how to succeed at TCC. Becoming oriented at TCC is simple and fun!
Orientation Dates
Registration for New Student Orientation is now open. Register for Orientation.
Students 25 years old or older will also be given the choice to complete the Online Orientation.
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| May 3 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| May 8–Adult Students (25 years old and older) | 5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| May 16 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| May 22–Adult Students (25 years old and older) | 5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| May 29–(Low Sensory/Neurodivergent) | 5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| June 7 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| June 13 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Northeast Campus |
| June 27 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Northeast Campus |
| 11 de julio–orientación en español | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Campus Noreste |
| July 12 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Northeast Campus |
| July 17–(Low Sensory/Neurodivergent) | 5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Northeast Campus |
| July 18 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Northeast Campus |
| July 24–Adult Students (25 years old and older) | 5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Northeast Campus |
| July 25 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| Aug 1 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| Aug 5 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| Aug 7 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
| Aug 9 | 8:30 a.m.–1 p.m. | Southeast Campus |
Although it is not required, students find attending an orientation to be helpful in understanding TCC processes for transfer and returning students. You can register for one of our optional Transfer Orientations below.
| Orientation Session | Date & Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Online Webinar Register: Transfer Student Orientation Online Webinar | June 9th, 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Join us for a live 1-hour webinar to learn more about TCC resources, policies, and steps to enroll. |
| Southeast Campus Register: Transfer Student In-Person Orientation | Aug. 12, Noon - 1 p.m. | Join us in person to learn about TCC resources and policies and have the chance to take your Student ID photo. |
| Online Self-Paced Orientation Register: Self-Paced Orientation | Complete this orientation at a time convenient for you. | Can be completed whenever, on your phone, laptop, or tablet. |
Attend Orientation
Complete your orientation, meet with an academic advisor, and enroll in courses.
Use your TCC ID number (starts with a T) and password to sign in.
Register for OrientationNew Student Orientation Staff
Nash McQuarters
NSO Coordinator
nash.mcquarters@tulsacc.edu
Trent Gleason
NSO Specialist
trent.gleason@tulsacc.edu
Get Involved
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Student Events & ActivitiesNSO Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all students who are new to college and degree-seeking are required to attend New Student Orientation.
Concurrently-enrolled student who are not yet graduating high school DO NOT need to attend New Student Orientation.
However, graduating seniors and high school graduates who participated in Concurrent Enrollment are required to attend New Student Orientation if you are a college freshman and seeking a degree from TCC.
No, all new degree-seeking students have an Advising and New Student Orientation hold that will be removed when you enroll in classes at New Student Orientation.
- A government issued photo ID such as a driver's license or passport is required for check-in.
- A form of payment (Completed FAFSA, Tulsa Achieves Agreement Form, Third-Party Scholarship, Payment plan, or Full payment).
- ACT, SAT, or placement test scores are required for course placement. If you have not previously submitted these scores to TCC, please bring them to your New Student Orientation session.
New Student Orientation is about preparing you for success at TCC. You will be introduced to TCC resources, student services, and college enrichment opportunities. You will meet other new students at TCC. You will also meet one-on-one with an academic advisor, review your degree plan, review your MyTCC Financial Aid Dashboard, and enroll in your classes.
Yes! We welcome guests at New Student Orientation and even have a special Family Orientation session for them to attend. To accommodate everyone, we ask that you limit to one guest. We do not provide childcare.
Yes, will meet with an academic advisor, review your intended major and your degree plan so you will know what classes to choose. Then you will enroll in your classes.
No, if you happen to arrive late or leave before the completion of your orientation session, your holds will remain and it will be necessary to register for another session. It is important to arrive on time for check in, and stay in attendance for the entire session.
Yes. Email us at orientation@tulsacc.edu or call 918-595-7660 to let us know you cannot make your scheduled orientation and then register for a new session.
Bring your documents to New Student Orientation and turn them in at the appropriate student services office before your orientation start time. If you are not sure where to turn in your documents call us before at 918-595-8000.
While we prefer our students attend an in-person New Student Orientation session, we do allow for students over the age of 25, students who participated in Concurrent Enrollment, and residing out-of-state to complete the online orientation.
If you have a circumstance that prohibits you from attending in person, please contact us at orientation@tulsacc.edu.
Yes, however you will need to take our Course Placement Test before attending New Student Orientation.
No, you are free to attend New Student Orientation at whichever campus or date is most convenient for you.