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Expanding Horizons: Summer Orientation Program

What is the Pre-Semester SSummer Orientationummer Orientation Program?

"The Expanding Horizons Program made me feel more prepared and comfortable with the adjustment to college, knowing that everyone was there to help me." (student)

Our summer program offers:

  • extended orientation to Fitchburg State College
  • academic preparation workshops and study skills training
  • social and cultural events to get you in the college groove
  • the opportunity to move into your room early and get settled
  • outdoor educational experience to build friendships and confidence
  • meet the Expanding Horizons mentors
  • all costs for room and board and events are paid for by Expanding Horizons

Fitchburg State College Students said that the Pre-Semester Orientation Program (Summer Program) is

"A really good introduction to the program, school and people"

"A very good way for us to learn the campus and…avoid some of the confusion of move-in day"

"A lot of fun and built my confidence"