The MCC mascot, Roary the lion, stands before the door to building B. A banner says Welcome Students.

New Student Orientation

We're excited to meet and welcome you as a member of the MCC Scots Family!

New Student Orientation (NSO) is:

  • one of the first steps in beginning your academic journey at MCC.
  • an important program designed to support your success at MCC!

When Will You Attend MCC?

To ensure you're comfortable and prepared before the Fall semester begins, join us for our two-part orientation experience.

Part I: Online Orientation

Part I of our experience provides an in-depth overview of the College’s services, resources, support systems, and other opportunities. This should take approximately 30 minutes to complete; however, you can stop and restart the orientation session at any time.

Part I: Online NSO requires your MCC username and password to be completed. You'll receive your login information within 72 hours after you've submitted your application.

Guest Access does not require login information but does not complete the Online NSO requirement. Contact the New Student Orientation team if you’ve completed the Online Guest Orientation.

Start Part I: Online New Student Orientation »

Part II: In-Person Orientation and Course Registration

After completing Part I, complete the in-person Part II session.

Part II: In-Person New Student Orientation is not required for part-time students (11 credits or less), students who are 21 years of age or older, students who have completed 24 college credits at MCC or at another college or university, or fully online students. Contact the New Student Orientation team for your next steps.

At In-Person Orientation, you'll:

  • Register for classes with Academic Advisors and MCC Staff
  • Get an MCC Student ID
  • Meet MCC Faculty
  • Learn about services, resources, and support programs
  • Enjoy some food and games, and, of course, win prizes and other giveaways!

Fall 2025 In-Person Orientation and Course Registration Dates To Be Announced

Check your MCC student email for updates.

We're looking forward to helping you prepare for your first semester at MCC!

Contact the New Student Orientation team with questions.


Join us for our two-part orientation experience to ensure you are comfortable and prepared before the Spring semester begins.

Part I: Online Orientation

Part I of our experience provides an in-depth overview of the College’s services, resources, support systems, and other opportunities. This should take approximately 30 minutes; however, you can stop and restart the orientation session.

Part I: Online NSO requires your MCC username and password to be completed. You'll receive your login information within 72 hours of submitting your application.

Guest Access does not require login information but does not complete the Online NSO requirement. Contact the New Student Orientation team if you’ve completed the Online Guest Orientation.

Start Part I: Online New Student Orientation »

Part II: In-Person New Student Orientation and Course Registration

After completing Part I, complete the in-person Part II session. You'll find the link to sign up for Part II: In-Person Orientation on the last page of Part I.

Part II: In-Person New Student Orientation is not required for part-time students (11 credits or less), students who are 21 years of age or older, students who have completed 24 college credits at MCC or at another college or university, or fully online students. Contact the New Student Orientation team for your next steps.

Spring 2025 In-Person New Student Orientation, Friday, November 15, from 9:30 a.m.–noon

At In-Person Orientation, you will:

  • Register for classes with Academic Advisors and MCC Staff
  • Get an MCC Student ID
  • Meet MCC Faculty
  • Learn about services, resources, and support programs
  • Enjoy some food and great giveaways!

To register for Part II: In-Person Orientation and Course Registration, you must complete the Online New Student Orientation using your MCC-issued credentials to access the Student login option. If you've already finished it, log back in to access the registration link on the final page. If you completed the online orientation previously using the Guest login option, contact the New Student Orientation team for further assistance.

See Spring 2025 courses to start planning!

We're looking forward to helping you prepare for your first semester at MCC! Contact the New Student Orientation team with questions.

Thank you for your interest in starting at MCC in the Summer semester!

See summer courses now.

New summer students who intend to continue into the Fall semester should complete the two-part orientation experience. Keep an eye on your MCC-issued email address for more information in March.

If you're a summer-only student, see the steps to become a Summer-Only Student.

Contact the New Student Orientation team with questions.