Welcome to First Year Success
The First Year Success system is designed to improve learning for new students during their first year of college in efforts to assist them in achieving academic and personal success. Recognizing that most students need additional assistance as they transition to college, the comprehensive orientation system includes four components: Orientation, Student Development Courses, Family & Friends Information Sessions and Academic Alert.
To learn more about the mission of the First Year Success System, click here.
Orientation
Orientation is the first step in achieving academic and personal success at Tidewater Community College!
All new students should attend an orientation session and since enrolling in college impacts the entire family, they are also encouraged to attend.
Learn More About Orientation »Student Development Courses
Research shows that students who complete a Student Development (SDV) Course within their first year in college have higher levels of academic success.
All new students should enroll in one of the SDV Courses within their first 15 credit hours.
Learn More About SDV Courses »Family & Friends Information Sessions
Family and friends of students are encouraged to attend information sessions to learn how to best support their students while transitioning into college. The sessions build collaboration between families and the college to achieve the common goals of learning, student development, and success.
Learn More About Family & Friends »Academic Alert
Academic Alert promotes student success through faculty referral of students experiencing academic challenges and connecting students with supportive resources to achieve their academic and life goals.
Learn More About Academic Alert »We're here to help. Contact us today!
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