Wednesday August 19, 2026!

FAQs

• What is Navigate OCC?
  Navigate OCC is a one-day event for students to navigate the campus, meet fellow students, chat with faculty, learn how to get involved, and take care of any last-minute business before the first-week rush.
• When does the event take place and how long does it last?

  Navigate OCC will take place on Wednesday, August 19th, 10 AM - 1 PM. 

• Who can attend?
  Navigate OCC is intended for registered first-time college students. 
• What if I haven't registered for classes yet?
  You can visit the Future Pirate Center for registration help. We will be closed on Wednesday, August 19th, for the event, and on Friday, August 21st, for staff development.  

  Contact Us

  (714) 432-5059

  fpr@occ.cccd.edu

  Student Union Room 102

  Office Hours

  Mon to Thu: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

  Fri: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

  Sat to Sun: Closed

• How do I sign up?
  Click on the Sign Up Today button at the top of the page. 
• What do I bring?

  The entirety of the event takes place outside. As it is still summertime and there will be lots of walking involved, we recommend sunscreen, hats, and comfortable shoes. We will also have water stations located throughout, so bring your reusable water bottle if you have one!

  Additionally, we encourage you to either print out or screenshot your fall schedule so that you can identify which buildings your classes are in while on the campus tour.

• What is parking like and where do I go?

  Orange Coast College is located at 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

  Parking for the event will be free and available in Lot C, on the corner of Fairview Road and Merrimac Way. The entrance to the parking lot is Arlington Drive.

  Follow the signage to the Check-in tables in front of the College Center when entering the campus from Lot C. 

• Is there a cost?
  No, Navigate OCC is completely FREE!
• What if I need an accommodation related to a disability?

  ​Reasonable accommodation requests related to a disability must be made 5 business days in advance. Please contact Jessica Bravo at jbravo4@occ.cccd.edu or 714-432-6880 for requests.

• What are my next steps after the event?
  After you're finished with Navigate OCC, make sure you purchase your textbooks and show up to class!
• What if I can't attend?

  No problem! If you need help finding classes, stop by any of our Welcome tables located throughout campus during the first week of school. 

  You can also visit the Future Pirate Center. We will be closed on Wednesday, August 19th, for the event, and on Friday, August 21st, for staff development.  

  Contact Us

  (714) 432-5059

  fpr@occ.cccd.edu

  Student Union Room 102

  Office Hours

  Mon to Thu: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

  Fri: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

  Sat to Sun: Closed

• Does any of this meet the priority registration orientation requirement?
  No, neither the Navigate OCC in-person event nor the Navigate OCC Canvas site meets the orientation requirement for priority registration.
• What if I have more questions?
  ​Please feel free to reach out to the Future Pirate Center by emailing us at fpr@occ.cccd.edu.