Basecamp: New Student Orientation [in-person]

🔷 Welcome to FT Basecamp! Your Final Step before meeting with your Academic Advisor and getting registered for classes!

If you are looking at beginning classes for the B term of the fall 2026 semester (the semester begins October 21), register below for one of the upcoming dates. Keep in mind, you do have the option of completing the orientation online, but if you prefer to attend in-person, please choose one of the orientation dates below. You must complete orientation prior to registering for classes. 

Now that you have met with your Onboarding Navigator, you should be able to...

• Access your account
• Understand and navigate Techlink
• Know where to go to complete financial aid forms

Your next step is completing orientation. We understand that some students prefer to complete the orientation in-person. You are in the right place!!

Sign up for one of our in-person sessions

Here’s where you’ll:

• Explore different resources available to Forsyth Tech students
• Learn about the many Forsyth Tech campuses and what is offered at these locations
• Explore your pathway: Learn all about the different degree programs offered at Forsyth Tech
• Learn more about Forsyth Tech Technology, including myForsythTech, the importance of student emails, TechAlerts, and accessing Canvas and Blackboard
• Learn why “Money Matters”! We will discuss everything from financial aid, scholarships, and payment options
• Take a short tour of resources and services that you will need to know on day 1 of the semester.
  • IMPORTANT NOTE: If you need any assistance or accommodations for in-person orientation, please contact Erica McMahon, ADA Coordinator & Director, Accessibility Resources at (336) 734-7378 or emcmahon@forsythtech.edu. 

💻 Not interested in the in-person session! You can complete Basecamp: New Student Orientation online! Please click here!