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New Student Orientation (NSO)

New Student Orientation (NSO) is one of the most important first steps in making a successful transition into college life.  It provides the new student with personal connections with LSCC staff members and with other new students.  Students will learn about differences between high school and college; time commitment; level of work required; and student expectations, rights, and responsibilities.  In addition, students will learn about the many support services available to help them succeed at LSCC, as well as how to navigate LOIS, the LSCC Online Interactive Services.

All new First–Time-In-College students seeking a degree or certificate and all Dual Enrollment students are required to participate in NSO prior to registration for classes.  Transfer and returning students are encouraged, but not required, to participate.  The 2-hour NSO sessions are held on all three campuses at a variety of days and times. After completing the admissions application process, students must pre-register for New Student Orientation.

Prior to attending NSO, students must complete placement testing, unless exempt.
To pre-register for New Student Orientation, contact the campus at which you prefer to attend NSO, at the following numbers:

• For Leesburg campus NSO sessions, call 352-365-3574
• For South Lake campus NSO sessions, call 352-243-5722
• For Sumter campus NSO sessions, call 352-568-0001

BEFORE attending a New Student Orientation session

• Apply for Financial Aid, if needed.
• Complete and submit the Application for Admission.
• Submit all required documents to Admissions
• Take the Placement Test or submit SAT or ACT test scores that meet exemption criteria.
• Schedule appointment with Academic Advisor. Click here for advising availability.