Post-Orientation Next Steps

Congratulations! You successfully completed Student Orientation

Steps to Complete the Enrollment Checklist

Complete Academic Placement (MUST be completed before an appointment can be made):

• Do you qualify for a waiver? Check out: How to Waive the Academic Assessment
  • Upload transcripts using Secure Form Submission
• If you are not eligible for a waiver, take the Academic Assessment

Apply for Financial Aid

Pay for Your Classes

• Check myNECC portal for billing statement after registering for classes
• Set up a payment plan (if applicable)

Complete Health Insurance Waiver

Students enrolled in nine or more credit hours must participate in the College Student Medical and Accident Insurance Plan.

• If you have comparable insurance, submit Health Insurance Waiver
• If you want the student health insurance, the fee must be paid in full to receive coverage

Submit Immunizations

• Send Immunization record (if in 12 credits or more) to immunizations@necc.mass.edu

Access Student Technology

• Download the Student Navigate App on your phone
• Learn how to log into your myNECC portal, student email, and Blackboard, by watching Get Connected! Using Technology at NECC

Steps to Complete for the Start of Classes

Purchase or Rent Textbooks

• Check out the NECC Bookstore

Learning Accommodations and Accessibility at NECC

• If you require accommodations, contact the Center for Accessibility Resources and Services

Check Your Schedule

• Double-check your schedule for any last minute changes in Navigate or myNECC portal

Begin Participating on the First Day of Class

• Online courses – log into Blackboard on the first day, review the syllabus, and begin coursework
• On-campus courses – go to class on the first day and instructor will explain next steps
• Hybrid (on-campus & online) courses – go to class on the first on-campus day AND log into Blackboard

Connect with Student Life

• Stay updated on upcoming opportunities for students to get involved at NECC, and upcoming events such as Weeks of Welcome and so much more – follow NECC Social Media Pages and visit the Office of Student Life!

Create a Budget to Manage the Additional Costs of College

Continue to use the NECC Student Orientation webpage as a resource

• Watch the orientation videos as many times as you would like

Have Questions?

Email orientation@necc.mass.edu