New Student Orientation | Bergen Community College

Your college journey starts right here. New Student Orientation is your first step to getting connected, staying on track, and feeling confident about your first semester at Bergen.

Whether you just graduated from high school, are a first-generation student, returning to college, or transferring in, this is your moment.

What to Expect at Orientation

During orientation, you will learn about the wide variety of opportunities that Bergen offers, both inside and outside the classroom. This is the perfect opportunity to learn more about:

Academic Programs and Resources
Student Success and Support Services
Student Life
Campus Safety
Financial Aid and Paying Your Bill
The BergenCC App
And much more!

This isn’t just about information. It’s about connection, confidence, and stepping into your future with support every step of the way.

How To Register

All new registered students will receive an email invitation to orientation. Be sure to check your email and follow the link to register for your preferred session. Please note that you only need to register for one orientation session. Attending an orientation session is highly recommended for new students who will be attending full-time or part-time.

Summer 2025 Orientation Session Dates

JULY

Wednesday, July 9 – 12-2 p.m.
Tuesday, July 15 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Thursday, July 17 – 2-4 p.m.
Monday, July 21 – 12-2 p.m.
Wednesday, July 23 – 4-6 p.m.
Tuesday, July 29 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Thursday, July 31 – 2-4 p.m.

AUGUST

Monday, August 4 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Wednesday, August 6 – 2-4 p.m.
Tuesday, August 12 – 12-2 p.m.
Thursday, August 14 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Monday, August 18 – 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20 – 2-4 p.m.
Monday, August 25 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 3-5 p.m.
Tuesday, August 26 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-4 p.m.
Thursday, August 28 – 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 2-4 p.m.

SEPTEMBER

Monday, September 8 – 2-3 p.m.
Friday, September 12 – 1-2 p.m.

Download the BergenCC Student App — Your Campus, in Your Pocket.

Stay connected and in control with the official BergenCC app, designed just for you. With the app you’ll be able to:

Check your class schedule
Get important reminders
Stay updated on campus events
Connect with services and clubs
Discover campus dining options
Access campus maps
and so much more!

Available for free on iPhone or Android — search BergenCC in your app store to download or click here.

Let’s Get Social!

We want to see your journey from acceptance to your first day and beyond. Share your accepted student experience using #BergenBound. Be sure to tag and follow Bergen on Instagram and Facebook.

📸 Heading to orientation? Snap a selfie.

📚 Picking up your books? Post it.

🐾 Got your Bergen gear? Show it off.

Show your Bergen pride and grab cool digital stickers by searching ‘bergen nso’ or ‘bergen bulldogs’ on GIPHY or any social media platform that offers GIF stickers.

Listen In: Your Bergen Soundtrack

Discover the sounds that amplify your student experience, Bergen Bulldogs. From Campus Vibes and Study Sesh to Made In Jersey, our curated Spotify playlists were made just for you. Explore our playlists and follow us on Spotify.

Ready for more? Tune into season one of Bergen Banter, the official podcast of Bergen Community College, which features insight from the institution’s renowned faculty and staff on the most important and interesting topics in our world, including the arts, science and history. Search Bergen Banter on Spotify or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.