FYE Frequently Asked Questions
Orientation is an event that assists in connecting students to campus resources, tools, and staff. It is the beginning of your journey as a student at Sauk Valley Community College and will assist you in gaining valuable tools to support your success. Orientation is not a college success course.
New Student Orientation has been a requirement for all new SVCC students since Fall 2013.
3 hours
Yes. Transfer students are also required to attend the session to become familiar with SVCC campus resources and processes.
Students select an orientation date and time when they meet with their academic advisor. We offer several orientation days and times each semester.
Please contact the Student Services Center at 815-835-6273 to reschedule your orientation session.
Orientation is divided into three main portions:
Sauk Start Stations where students will be able to meet with various support services around campus to learn more about their programs.
An in-depth presentation that will introduce students to campus resources and processes, such as degree offerings, online tools, admissions, the Learning Commons Center, Financial Aid, and other integral departments the facilitate student success.
An interactive self guided tour of Sauk campus.
Students are encouraged to invite a person of support to attend, such as a parent, spouse, or sibling.
We suggest that young children do not attend as its topics are designed for college students.
No. You may attend Orientation before tuition and fees are paid. Fee payment or a payment plan is expected early within the semester that follows.
Sauk Valley Community College provides open access parking to the students and public. Parking lots are located on the north, east, and west sides of our campus. For orientation, we recommend parking in the East Parking lot.
Orientation will begin in room 1K4, which is located on the first floor of the main building near the Dillon Mall. The college will provide directional signs and assistance upon your arrival in Dillon Mall.
Orientation is free.
Online students who are seeking a degree must attend the session, as essential online resources are discussed.
Sauk Valley Community College offers one synchronous orientation session each semester.