With FYE you are VIP!
Students who apply to the First Year Experience program are invited to an extended orientation - Arrival Survival. You will receive tips on how to navigate life as a student at Ventura College. You will also be introduced to resources on campus, meet staff, and other students! RSVP for the date corresponding to your major.
Tuesday, July 23 Society & Education
Wednesday, July 24 Business
Thursday, July 25 Science & Technology
Tuesday, July 30 Arts, Language & Communication
Wednesday, July 31 Health & Wellness
Thursday, August 1 Exploratory
Location: Campus Student Center (CSC)
Phone: (805) 289-6438 | Email: vcfye@vcccd.edu
Hours:
- Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Benefits of Participating in FYE:
Ventura College invites first-time college students to participate in First Year Experience Program (FYE).
- Get a head start on your college education.
- Year-long personal/academic support as you transition into college.
- Introduction to student support services.
- Create community by meeting other students.
- Individualized academic/career counseling and guidance.
- Priority registration.
Current students check your Canvas and VC email on a regular basis for program updates.
The goal of FYE is to introduce new students to the expectations of higher education. Students will connect with campus resources designed to promote academic retention and success. FYE students will learn how to make informed decisions about their educational and career goals. This year-long program begins with our summer extended orientation. Students will learn to engage in the college experience, develop critical thinking skills to enhance academic success, and plan for a successful future at VC and beyond.