First Year Experience
Get Established • Get Connected • Get Going
First Year Experience is a collegewide initiative to connect all new students with Eastern Florida State College resources — plus connect you with each other as you learn about student life, support services, and the overall college culture.
Whether you're a first-time in college high school grad, a former dual enrolled student, a transfer or bachelor student of any age, First Year Experience (nicknamed FYE) is for you if you're new to EFSC!
We're kicking off Year 2 of FYE with special Welcome and Field Day events on August 13th & 14th for incoming 2025-26 academic year students. These events are focused on fun! They are not your required first-time in college or bachelor program advising sessions. Instead they're a chance to connect with fellow students, meet mentors, and discover all the amazing resources and opportunities waiting for you at EFSC. Enjoy free food, music, games, giveaways, and more as we welcome you to a community that’s here to support your success from day one.
RSVP Now: Don't Miss the Fun!
Hosted at the Melbourne Campus, FYE 2025 is for students from ALL campuses. Review the details for each event, then be sure to RSVP for both or either one so we can have your free goodies waiting for you!
Welcome Event: Wed., Aug. 13, 2025 - 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Student Union, Bldg. 16
Pick up your free Welcome Kit (that includes a t-shirt and other college swag) then spend the first hour visiting tables for each college department. At about 9:30 AM, we'll gather as a group so you can get info and insider tips on all the topics that help you get off to a successful start. Plus there will be more free time after to connect with college staff one-on-one and ask follow-up questions.
Field Day: Thurs., Aug. 14, 2025 - 10 AM - 1 PM - Melbourne Pavilion - Outdoor Quad
Check out the fun side of college life with outdoor games (can you say giant Jenga?!), free food, water activities, and more.
We'd love for you to attend both events, but it's fine to sign up for only one.
Space is limited to the first 250 to sign up, so don't delay!
REGISTER NOW: Choose Your Event Sessions
Monthly FYE Events On All Four Campuses
Once you've become involved through a summer kick-off event, be sure to check our calendar because your FYE team will hold ongoing, monthly connect activities on each campus for you to receive the latest helpful info, support, programming, and more!
Being a new-to-EFSC student can be a bit overwhelming so getting involved with First Year Experience helps ease the transition.
Have questions about First Year Experience or want to connect with student resources? Reach out to a Success Specialist.
The Reviews are In: FYE is a Hit!
We keep the momentum going with monthly social and student support events in addition to our annual kick-off events. Keep embracing the collegiate experience and connecting with on-campus services!
Based on your comments (and the fun photos) you're having a great time.
"My favorite part of the day was getting to talk to each person at the individual booths, as well as meeting a woman at my table in the presentation room who has a toddler girl like I do."
"Today was a blast being able to learn about my potential classmates, as well as recognizing all the opportunities that were presented!"
"Getting that good feeling of comfort that anyone could be there for you — scared no longer!"
