All students accessing campus must be in compliance with the MassBay COVID Vaccination Policy. Therefore, if you are coming to campus for orientation (and do not have a previously approved accommodation) you MUST bring proof of COVID-19 vaccination AND a form of photo ID with you in order to access the building and attend the Orientation event. Please visit https://www.massbay.edu/immunization for the policy and additional information.
New Student Orientation is an essential learning experience to start your first year off right.
- First-time college students are required to participate in orientation to help ensure their academic success.
- Transfer and returning students are highly encouraged to participate in orientation to learn about MassBay processes, services and resources.
- New students pursuing seats in selective Health Science and Automotive programs have special requirements, if you are pursuing any of the following programs, please contact the Office of Admissions at 508-270-4059 or 781-239-2506 regarding orientation requirements for your program: BMW, Chrysler, General Motors, Toyota, Central Processing, Computed Tomography, Emergency Medicine, Nursing/Practical Nursing, Paramedicine, Phlebotomy, Radiological Technology, or Surgical Technology.
- To register for pre-requisites for Nursing, Practical Nursing, Radiological Technology, or Surgical Technology, please attend Student Advising Registration & Orientation (SOAR).
We have 2 types of orientation (SOAR) formats:
1. New Student Orientation: In-person for students who are new to MassBay and/or first-time college students and plan to take face-to-face classes.
At the New Student Orientation, you will:
- Meet and socialize with fellow NEW MassBay students as well as current MassBay students, faculty, and staff;
- Learn about MassBay's technology during a hands-on session in our computer labs, including your student email and classroom tools;
- Get your Student ID;
- Have a campus tour;
- Get your campus parking pass;
- Learn about the extracurricular and leadership opportunities available to you;
- Receive tips for academic success;
- Attend a resource fair where you will meet staff and be introduced to a wide range of support services and resources;
- Meet with your Academic Advisor to:
- Explore your academic, career, and transfer goals;
- Plan your first semester schedule and register for classes.
2. Virtual New Student Orientation: Virtually for students taking ONLY online or remote courses, students who are not approved to be on campus due to vaccination status, or students who cannot get to campus for an in-person event.
At the Virtual New Student Orientation, you will:
- Meet and socialize with fellow NEW MassBay students as well as current MassBay students, faculty, and staff;
- Learn about MassBay's technology, including your email and classroom tools;
- Learn about the extracurricular and leadership opportunities available to you;
- Receive tips for academic success;
- Be introduced to a wide range of support services and resources;
- Find out who your Academic Advisor is and then make an appointment for another day to plan your first semester schedule and register for courses.
Once you have completed
Your Admissions Application and the Placement Requirement
YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL INVITE FOR SOAR!
Orientations for the Spring 2023 Semester will be held in December 2022 and January 2023.
For questions about accessibility or to request accommodations in order to fully participate in this event, please contact an Accessibility Specialist, at 781-239-2234, between 9m and 5pm, Monday through Friday. If you get a voicemail, please leave your name and number slowly and clearly. A specialist will call you back. Please know requests should be made as soon as possible prior to the event.
If you are attending a virtual SOAR from outside the US, you will not have access to Bay Navigator. However, you can gain access to it through the use of a Personal VPN that will show you as a US based address. Many providers offer free trials which can cover your use for SOAR.