New Student Orientation

Welcoming first-year and transfer students to PBSC 

Welcome, New Panthers! 

Congratulations on joining the Palm Beach State College community. We’re excited to help you get started at PBSC and make the most of your college experience.  

What is New Student Orientation?  

New Student Orientation is a two-hour introduction to PBSC for first-year and transfer students. Students can choose from in-person or online sessions and take their first steps toward academic success and personal growth.  

At orientation, you will: 

  • Meet your first-semester advisor 
  • Register for classes 
  • Learn about PantherCards and parking decals  
  • Find out about student support services  
  • Discover ways to get involved in campus life  

 

Steps to Sign Up for Orientation  

New students should prepare for orientation by fully completing all of their pre-orientation tasks before signing up for an orientation session. Please follow the steps below. Our team is looking forward to meeting you soon! 

1. Complete Your Pre-Orientation Checklist  


2. Sign Up for Orientation  

Have you completed all tasks on the checklist above? If yes, you may register for your orientation session! We offer them on campus and online. 

 

3. Attend Your Orientation

Students who choose an online session will receive a link via email. Students who choose an in-person session will be invited to their selected campus.  

 

Get to Know Your Campus

Come explore our classrooms and favorite student hot spots. 

PBSC students walking on campus talking amongst themselves

 

Quick Guide for Students

Find important services and resources.

 

Contact Us

New Student Orientation Office
Email: nso@pbsc.edu