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New Students

Important Steps for New Students!

  • Sign up for New Student Orientation!
    • Jefferson State offers New Student Orientation (NSO) sessions to welcome incoming students and equip them for success as they get started with the college. Students will learn about college expectations, be introduced to valuable resources and services, and gain valuable tips for navigating campus. They will also have the opportunity to connect with staff members from various departments and meet other new students.
    • See below to select your preferred session.
  • Schedule an Advising Appointment to pick classes!
    • See below to schedule an advising appointment or see the Zoom Drop-In Advising hours with no appointment needed.

Sign Up for New Student Orientation

To register for NSO, simply click on the date of your preferred session and sign up.

It is important to sign-up with the email address you used to apply for admission to Jefferson State. This will ensure that you receive all communications about this event and any other events you sign up to attend.

St. Clair - Pell City Campus

Jefferson Campus (Carson Road)

Shelby - Hoover Campus (Valleydale Road)

Chilton - Clanton Campus

Virtual New Student Orientation Sessions

Meet With an Advisor

Zoom Drop In Advising

Zoom Drop In Advising Hours:

  • Every Wednesday (1:30pm - 3:30pm)
  • **NO ZOOM DROP IN ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27**

You do not need an appointment to join; first come, first served!

Have a Quick Question?

  • Please email advising@jeffersonstate.edu and include your full name, student A#, and question.