New Student Orientation
Get ready for the next term by completing new student orientation.
Chemeketa offers new student orientation on campus and online.
If you are (or will be) -
- A first-time college student
- A high school graduate or GED completer
- Seeking a college degree or technical certificate
And, you have -
- Applied for admission
- Completed the placement assessment
Your next step is to complete the new student orientation on campus or online!
Orientation on Campus
Join a group session at our Salem, Polk, Woodburn, or Yamhill Valley locations. We'll guide you through the enrollment process and walk you through every step to ensure you are ready for day one.
Your On-Campus Experience -
- Advising & registration - Meet with an academic advisor to review your placement and register for classes
- Paying for college - Get help with your financial aid steps and learn other ways to pay for college
- Tech setup - Get set up with Chemeketa's technology and learn about the apps you'll need for school
- Resources - Take a guided tour to learn about essential academic support services, resources, and how they can help you succeed
- Shared support - Connect with students who share your goals and staff who will help you reach them
Specialized Orientation on Campus
If you aren't sure what you want to study yet, or if you already have a program in mind, a Specialized Orientation is for you! These in-person sessions include the on-campus experience mentioned before and give you a closer look at different career pathways.
Your Specialized Experience -
- Shared interests - Talk with faculty and other students who share your interests
- Interactive workshops - Join hands-on activities led by expert faculty to explore your major and see what classes are like
- Explore Careers - Learn about all the different career opportunities within the pathway
Orientation Online
Are you unable to participate in person? Follow the steps below and complete the New Student Orientation online. (If the term has already started and you're registering for late-start classes, please email Orientation.)
- Select your starting term from the list below and click 'Begin the online orientation now' to start.
- Log in using your Chemeketa username and password.
- Complete the orientation by finishing all five modules.
- Once finished, schedule your first-term advising appointment in the Navigate app or by calling your preferred Chemeketa location.
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Starting Classes Summer or Fall 2026
If you're starting classes in the Summer (June) or Fall (September) 2026, sign up for orientation now at your preferred location.
Specialized Orientations, Salem
- Health Professions & Wellness, Thursday, June 4, 9 am-4 pm, Register Now
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Math, Tuesday & Wednesday, July 7 & 8, 9 am-3:30 pm, Register Now
- Arts, Humanities & Communication, Monday & Tuesday, July 13 & 14, 9 am-4 pm, Register Now
General Orientations, Salem
- Tuesday, May 26, 1-4:30 pm, SESSION FULL
- Thursday, May 28, 9 am-12:30 pm, SESSION FULL
- Monday, June 1, 9 am-12:30 pm, SESSION FULL
- Monday, June 8, 1-4:30 pm, SESSION FULL
- Thursday, June 11, 9 am-12:30 pm, SESSION FULL
- Wednesday, June 17, 9 am-12:30 pm, Register Now
- Monday, June 22, 1-4:30 pm, Register Now
- Wednesday, June 24, 9 am-12:30 pm, (registration coming soon)
- Monday, June 29, 1-4:30 pm, (registration coming soon)
- Wednesday, July 1, 9 am-12:30 pm, (registration coming soon)
- Monday, July 6, 1-4:30 pm, (registration coming soon)
- Check back for additional dates!
General Orientations, Polk
- Wednesday, June 3, 5-8 pm, Register Now
- Monday, June 15, 1-4:30 pm, Register Now
General Orientations, Woodburn
- Tuesday, June 9, 10 am-1 pm, Register Now
- Wednesday, June 17, 5:30-9 pm, Register Now
General Orientations, Yamhill Valley
- Tuesday, July 21, 9 am-12 pm (registration coming soon)
- Wednesday, August 19, 1-5 pm (registration coming soon)
- Individual orientation and advising are also available at this location. Call 503.472.9482 for an appointment.
Online Orientation
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Starting Classes Winter 2027
If you're starting classes in Winter (January) 2027, check back in November 2026 to register for orientation.
Chemeketa Salem
(Group orientation)- Registration for orientation will open in November 2026
Chemeketa Polk
- Information available in November 2026
Chemeketa Woodburn
- Information available in November 2026
Chemeketa Yamhill Valley
- Information available in November 2026
Online Orientation
- Available here in November 2026
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Starting Classes Spring 2027
If you're starting classes in the Spring (March) 2027, check back in February 2027 to register for orientation.
Chemeketa Salem
(Group orientation)- Registration for orientation will open in February 2027
Chemeketa Polk
- Information available in February 2027
Chemeketa Woodburn
- Information available in February 2027
Chemeketa Yamhill Valley
- Information available in February 2027
Online Orientation
- Available here in February 2027