New Students & Orientation
As a new Columbus State student, we want to make sure you have everything you need for a successful transition into college. Once you've applied, New Student Programs can help you get ready for your first semester.
Next Steps for New Students
If you've already applied for admission and completed placement, your next step is to attend a New Student Program by completing either New Student Orientation or the two-step New Student Workshop. During these events, you'll register for your first classes, discuss financial aid options, learn about campus resources, and get ready to succeed in college.
Please email columbuspromise@cscc.edu and a Columbus Promise Advisor will help with next steps.
You should complete the New Student Orientation!
Invitations to New Student Orientation will be sent to your student email address beginning in early October.
You should complete the two-part New Student Workshop!
The two-part New Student Workshop is specifically built for students who have graduated high school and have completed little to no college credits.
You should visit New Student Drop Ins!
Please officially submit your transcript to be evaluated. Click here for more information on how to submit your transcript. Once you submit your official transcript, please have an unofficial transcript with you when you visit Drop Ins listed below.
An advisor will look over your unofficial transcript for placement (English, Reading, and Math) and pre-requisite courses for intended program of study. This may result in referral to department for course recommendations depending upon credits completed.
You should complete the two-part New Student Workshop!
The two-part New Student Workshop is specifically built for students who have graduated high school and have completed little to no college credits.
You should email this address or visit Drop Ins listed below.
Email: ESL@cscc.edu
You should speak with Candace Allen!
Please email Candace directly, or visit the website below.
Email: istudent@cscc.edu
Website: F-1 Newly Accepted Students | Columbus State Community College (cscc.edu)
You should complete the Transient Student Registration Form!
We welcome you to Columbus State and look forward to helping you on your educational journey!
Just getting started? Follow this easy step-by-step guide.
Pro-tip – Go to the Detailed Instructions and use the Transient Registration Form in Step 5 to help you get ready to register for your class(es).
Still have questions? You can email transient@cscc.edu
Questions?
If you have questions about updating or changing your program registration, or need additional assistance registering, please email orientation@cscc.edu. Please use your student email address and be sure to include your full name, CougarID number, and your question. You should receive a response within 7-10 business days.
New Student Programs Chat
Our chat feature can be found on the bottom right of this page. The hours of chat are Monday-Friday 11am-1pm and the last Saturday of each month.
New Student In Person Drop Ins
You can speak with a College Transition Designer in person. You may visit the lower level of Madison Hall during the hours listed below. Drop in meetings may be limited to 15 minutes. If you need/want longer or more dedicated time, please make a virtual appointment. Additionally, please have your Cougar ID number and questions ready before you come to campus. Please note: You may be referred to your recommended New Student Program prior speaking with a Collegete Transition Designer.
Hours for In Person Drop Ins:
Standard HoursWe will be closed for service on September 28th, September 29th (chat will be open), and September 30th (chat will be open). |
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Time |
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Monday |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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Tuesday |
9:00am - 11:00am |
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Wednesday |
10:00am - 12:00pm |
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Thursday |
1:00pm - 3:00pm |
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Friday |
No In Person Drop Ins - only Virtual Appointments |
Your Guides to Columbus State
As you get started on your journey, a College Transition Designer can help guide you along the way. See the table below to identify your specific College Transition Designer based on your intended program of study. If you are interested in completing courses at Delaware or a Regional Learning Center, you can find your Advisor for that location as well.
If you plan to complete courses at the Delaware Campus, please find your Advisor by choosing Student Services on the Delaware Campus website.
If you plan to complete courses at a Regional Learning Center, please find your Advisor by choosing your location on the Locations website.
Please email or visit Virtual Drop Ins listed above.
Email: ESL@cscc.edu
If you are a student at another college and want to take courses at Columbus State with the intention of transferring them back to your own college, you are what we call a “transient student”. We welcome you to Columbus State and look forward to helping you on your educational journey!
Just getting started? Follow this easy step-by-step guide.
Pro-tip – Go to the Detailed Instructions and use the Transient Registration Form in Step 5 to help you get ready to register for your class(es).
Still have questions? You can email transient@cscc.edu