New Student Orientation
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CONTACT DETAILS
Orientation
Orientation@BristolCC.edu
777 Elsbree Street
Fall River, MA 02720
G Building Lobby
UPCOMING EVENTS
Congratulations and Welcome to Bristol Community College!
Our New Student Orientation is your gateway to a successful academic journey with us. In fact, Orientation isn't just another box to check off your to-do list – it's an important step in setting you up for success. Research has shown that students who participate in orientation programs are more successful in completing their degrees and earn higher grades.
Attendance at orientation is mandatory for all newly admitted students (including students who have attended Bristol previously). After completing the New Student Orientation, you’ll receive an assigned academic advisor and details on how to book your first appointment. New students must wait until meeting with their assigned advisor to register for their first semester classes.
*This does not apply if you are a guest student. Learn more about attending Bristol as a guest student.
The following steps will need to be taken after application to complete your onboarding process:
- Submit proof of high school completion (or equivalent).
- Contact your high school or state-approved high school equivalency testing center and request that an official copy of your transcript be sent to: Admissions Office, Bristol Community College | 777 Elsbree Street | Fall River, MA 02720. Transcripts may also be faxed to the Admissions Office 508.730.3265. Please note that transcripts are only considered official if faxed directly from the school/testing center.
- Setup your myBristol Account (emailed to you after you were admitted). Have questions or need help with setup? Submit an ITS Help Desk ticket here.
- Satisfy placement requirements. Click here to learn more about placement tests, see your testing options, and possible exemptions.
- Complete New Student Orientation.
- Receive assigned advisor and make an appointment.
- Meet with your assigned advisor and register for first semester classes.
Orientation Information
Face-to-Face Orientation
Want to come to campus for a fully face-to-face (in person) orientation? Sign up for a Face-to-Face Orientation at the campus that works best for you!
SIGN UP FOR In-Person NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
Online Orientation with In-Person Support
Happy to do the self-paced orientation but would like to do so in a campus environment with staff support nearby? Sign up for an on-campus Online Orientation with In-Person Support session.
SIGN UP FOR ONLINE ORIENTATION WITH IN-PERSON SUPPORT
Self-Paced Online Orientation
You can complete New Student Orientation online at your convenience! It's available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Follow the instructions below to begin.
COMPLETE THE SELF-PACED ONLINE ORIENTATION
STEP 1: Set up your myBristol portal account by clicking this link and following the prompts.
- You will need your student ID number, which begins with 900 (tip: you can find it on your Admissions application portal! It’s also in an email titled New BristolCC account ready to be set up).
- For more help, you can follow these instructions.
STEP 2: Once you have set up your myBristol portal account, navigate to Orientation.BristolCC.edu or click the “Complete the self-paced online orientation” button above to access the Online Orientation. If you are asked for a username and password, enter the username and password you just created for the myBristol portal.
Note: You must have access to your myBristol account to access the orientation. Students will receive their Advisor Assignment by email within 72 hours of completing the online orientation.
Get Started: Learn about myBristol, understand important deadlines, learn how to submit immunization records and transcripts, and the benefits of placement testing.
Explore Academics: Understand your program requirements, learn about different course modalities and parts of term, and get familiar with Canvas, our learning management system.
Plan Your Academic Journey: Learn how to create your schedule, explore course options, and meet your academic advisor.
Understand Financials: Get guidance on completing the FAFSA, understanding your financial aid package, and managing tuition and fees.
Prepare for Classes: Explore how to sign up for emergency alerts, review your schedule and syllabi, get textbooks, and familiarize yourself with campus resources and support services.
Questions? Email us at Orientation@BristolCC.edu.
PLEASE NOTE: New Student Orientation is designed for those admitted into Bristol Community College. For those who have yet to apply, click here to get started!