Admissions
Apply for admission to CSM.
Orientations
Why Come to Orientation?
After you apply and take your placement tests, the next step is to register for classes.
By coming to an orientation, we can help you develop a career and college plan, help you choose your classes, and show you how to use Online Services, our online registration and records program.
Also, you'll have access to CSM academic advisors and other people to ask questions and assist you with your educational goals.
Individualized service is part of what makes community college so special... this is where it begins. Let us help you start on the right path.
Types of Orientation Sessions
1.Online Orientation allows you to get a head start on orientation as this option is available 24 hours a day. Just enter your name, email address and your student I.D. number found on your acceptance letter. Once you have successfully completed the orientation, passed the quiz at the end, you will be able to register on-line within three (3) working days.
Choose from two versions
Flash version -
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The Flash version requires the Flash Player.
2. Student Orientation and Registration: SOAR is your chance to come to campus of your choice to register for classes with an advisor and learn about services available for CSM students. SOAR Sessions are done in smaller groups than Super Saturday, and usually take less time. You will need to apply and take a placement test before coming to SOAR.
3. Super Saturday/Waldorf Wednesday: is an Orientation PLUS! Do it all on ONE DAY! Learn about services available at CSM, take the placement test, be admitted, register for classes, and tour the campus! Please call the campus of your choice to reserve your spot.
4. Concurrent and Dual Enrollment Orientation (C.O.D.E.) is designed for Special Admission students to complete the class registration for the upcoming semester and to learn about services available for CSM students.
Choosing an Orientation Session
Compare these orientation options to see which is right for you.
| Online Orienation | SOAR | Super Saturday/ Waldorf Wednesday | CODE | |
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Allows student to register for classes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
Available online 24 hrs per day |
yes |
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Available on a CSM campus |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Learn how to register for class, view tuition and fees, check grades and transcripts, view financial aid status, and more using Online Services |
yes |
yes |
yes |
yes |
Must apply for admission and take the CSM Placement Test (or get a waiver from an advisor) prior to attending |
yes |
yes |
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Get personalized assistance with course and career planning |
yes |
some |
yes |
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Available multiple times per semester |
yes |
yes |
yes |
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Available once per semester |
yes |
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For high-school students taking Dual Enrollment courses |
yes |
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Group sizes at the session |
individual |
small groups |
large groups |
small groups |