New Student Orientation at Beacon College is a transitional program for new and incoming students designed to welcome our students into the Beacon College community and help them acclimate to campus and academic life at the College.
Please note: New student orientation is a required program for all new and incoming students. Parent & family orientation is optional for Beacon parents and family members. All students and families must schedule their check-in time and RSVP for the parent & family orientation.
Navigator PREP Student Check-in
August 22, 2023
During check-in, you will take your student ID photo, receive your room key, and complete all remaining College processes required. Explore the enrollment checklists to view all mandatory forms that must be completed prior to arrival. Faculty, staff, and student leaders will be on hand to answer questions.
New Student Check-in
August 23, 2023
This check-in is specific to students who did not participate in the Navigator PREP program. During check-in, you will take your student ID photo, receive your room key, and complete all remaining College processes required. Explore the enrollment checklists to view all mandatory forms that must be completed prior to arrival. Faculty, staff, and student leaders will be on hand to answer questions.
New Student Orientation
August 23 through August 27, 2023
During Orientation, you will meet your Learning Specialist and learn about student life, academics, and safety and well-being through a series of orientation sessions, panels, and learning opportunities. As part of a peer group, you will have the chance to engage in campus events, meet new classmates, get to know faculty and staff, learn your way around Beacon, and learn how to be a successful Beacon student.
Parent & Family Orientation
August 23 through August 25, 2023
While families are not required to attend Orientation, there will be family-specific programs available during Orientation. Parent & Family Orientation sessions will be offered both in-person and via livestream.
Questions?
Have a question about New Student Orientation? Need more information? The Director of Student Experience is here to help! Send your questions to Hanah Diebold at hdiebold@beaconcollege.edu or call (352) 638-9740.
Schedule: The fall 2023 orientation schedule will be available soon! Check back here for details.
Plan ahead: View the Beacon College Academic Calendar.