New Student Orientation
Coastal Alabama Community College is excited to welcome all first-time freshmen for Fall 2026 with a two-part Student Orientation! The orientation experience—Advise and Thrive Registration Days and Coyote Kickoff—provides essential tools, resources, and community connections to set students up for success.
Part I: "Advise & Thrive" Registration Day
The first step in becoming a Coastal Alabama student, Advise & Thrive Registration Days, is a student-only session focused on academic preparedness and course registration. Each session is limited to 30 students and includes:
- Check-in and welcome session
- An advising session with course registration
- Campus resources overview
Sessions will be available across all Coastal campuses and invitations will be sent to accepted students. To register, students must log into their admissions portal and choose an available session.
"Advise & Thrive" Registration Days:
| Date | Campus | Session 1 Time | Session 2 Time | Session 3 Time (If Applicable) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 16 | Fairhope (EMS) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| June 17 | Bay Minette (Housing Day) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| June 18 | Bay Minette (Housing Day) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| June 23 | Brewton (Housing Day/EMS) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| June 24 | Monroeville | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| Thomasville | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM | |
| June 25 | Gulf Shores | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00 PM |
| July 7 | Gulf Shores | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 8 | Fairhope (EMS) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 9 | Atmore | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 14 | Bay Minette | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 15 | Thomasville | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 16 | Monroeville | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 21 | Fairhope (EMS) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 22 | Brewton (EMS) | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 23 | Gulf Shores | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 28 | Bay Minette | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| July 29 | Thomasville | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
| Atmore | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session | |
| July 30 | Monroeville | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | No 3rd Session |
*Dates are subject to change and may be filled by the time a student attempts to sign up.
Students should plan to be on campus 1-2 hours for Advise & Thrive Registration Days
Part II: Coyote Kickoff – What it Means to be a YOTE!
Once students are registered, they and their families are invited back for Coyote Kickoff at all Coastal Alabama campuses! This event will provide an exciting introduction to student life and campus resources. Activities include:
- A free Yotes t-shirt and welcome festivities
- Quick info sessions on student involvement and success strategies
- Campus Open Houses: Meet student leaders, faculty, and student services staff
- Self-Guided Campus Tours: Explore key buildings and resources with your class schedule
Coyote Kickoff is a drop-in event with no signup required, and guests should plan to be on campus for 1-2 hours.
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