New Student Orientation Days

Becoming a Logan Vol

New Student Orientation Days help incoming students start their transition to John A. Logan College. At these events, students learn about the JALC enrollment process, register for classes with an academic advisor, meet with the Financial Aid Office, explore campus resources, fill out the JALC Foundation scholarship application, take a campus tour and more.

Spring New Student Orientation Days for High School Seniors

Students attend with their high school by signing up with their School Counselor. Students need to complete the First-Time Freshmen Application for Admissions here and have test scores on file before attending. Also, students need to bring their driver’s license or state ID card.

Thursday, March 30, 2023Marion High School
Tuesday, April 4, 2023Frankfort High School
Wednesday, April 5, 2023Carterville High School and Agape High School
Tuesday, April 11, 2023Carbondale Rebound
Thursday, April 13, 2023Carbondale High School
Tuesday, April 18, 2023Murphysboro High School and Trico High School
Wednesday, April 19, 2023Crab Orchard High School and DuQuoin High School
Thursday, April 20, 2023Johnston City,  Elverado, Mary Logan High School 
Tuesday, April 25, 2023Herrin High School

Summer New Student Orientation Days for Any Incoming Students

Students need to complete the Application for Admissions here and have test scores on file before attending or make an appoint to take the placement test. Also, students need to bring their driver’s license or state ID card.

Register for Tuesday, May 16, 2023 9:00am

Register for Wednesday, June 14, 2023 9:00am

Register for Thursday, July 20, 2023 1:00pm

Register for Saturday Signup, August 12, 2023 9:00am

Getting Here

Parking (West Main Entrance)
Campus Map (PDF)

Additional Questions
Phone: 618-985-2828 ext. 8240
Email: aprilmartinez@jalc.edu