Welcome to the First Year Experience (FYE) Program
Kickstart your college journey the right way—by joining this program at Compton College, where success starts from day one!
What is this Program?
Compton College’s First Year Experience program is designed to prepare you for a smooth
transition into community college for the first time. Whether you are transitioning
from high school or just beginning your college education for the first time, the
college process can present challenges that may require you need some support. Sometimes,
just getting the process started while also learning how to manage your education
can be overwhelming. We want to make sure is that this program is designed to guide
you as much as we can during your first year at Compton College.
Throughout this program, you will learn more about how to be a successful student
in your own way. You will gain knowledge about how to access and navigate campus resources;
interact with other students and campus employees; develop important academic skills
for success; have access to a specialized FYE counselor and FYE staff; learn how to
navigate the campus systems on campus, such as email, internet, and library databases,
and so much more. We will set you up with the most up to date information and resources
so you can thrive throughout your educational journey.
Program Benefits:
Priority Registration: Be one of the first groups of students from the college to enroll in your classes for the Fall and Spring semester for your first 2 years!FYE Orientation: Providing an overview of the FYE program, its benefits, services, eligibility requirements, and next steps to successfully onboard to both the program and college.
Summer Bridge: Students can participate in a 2-week transition program experience to introduce students to all the academic services and student programs offered on campus.
FYE Counselor: They support you in developing your personalized Student Educational Plan to help you complete general education, elective graduation, and major preparation requirements. An FYE counselor will also help you select the classes you need to achieve your educational goals, while also helping you navigate on campus resources.
Campus Engagement & Programming: We offer academic and community-based workshops, support services, and events to further guide you throughout your college experience hosted by our FYE team.
Peer Mentors (Coming Fall 2026): Second year students who participated in FYE and are in good standing with the college will be available to help answer questions, share their own experiences, and guide first year students transitioning into college.
CSU Transfer Success Pathway (TSP): Secure guaranteed admission to one CSU in an eligible major (some majors excluded). Get personalized support from a CSU rep and your FYE counselor, plus the CSU Transfer Planner to keep you on track.
***NOTE: Eligible for first-time, first-year college students and not returning college students.
Program Eligibility Requirements:
Complete a Summer 2026 application to Compton College via CCCApplyAttend Mandatory FYE Orientation (for full activiation as part of FYE)
Attend and complete Mandatory Summer Bridge program
Complete New Student Orientation online via MyCompton portal (to activate your priority registration).
Complete the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 FAFSA or CA Dream Act application and verification process.
***The 2025-2026 financial aid application is to support and cover Summer 2026 fees
***The 2026-2027 financial aid application is to support and cover Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
Enroll and complete Math, English, and Human Development courses by the end of your first year.
***Note: Students pursuing a Certificate may be exempt from taking Math, and should consult to an FYE counselor for further evaluation.
Meet with an FYE Counselor
*** Twice a semester (Fall and Spring) during Year 1,
***Once a semester (Fall and Spring) duringYear 2.
Create a Student Educational Plan with a Counselor
Be a first-time in college with no credits from other colleges/universities (high school dual enrollment is accepted) OR a first-year student at Compton College.
Attend 3 workshops per semester.
Recommended Eligibility Criteria (NOT Required):
Meet California Residency or AB540 requirements. (Don't meet this requirement? You can still have access to all FYE support services.)
Register for a minimum of 12 - 15 units every semester. (Part-time students are still welcomed even if you are enrolled in 11.5 units or under. If you're enrolled in the Special Resource Center and need accommodations to be part-time, you can still enroll in FYE!)
Want to keep up with FYE related content?
As an FYE student, you can join our new FYE Canvas Hub that includes:
- Information regarding FYE related content, important contact information, and all
events + workshops happening during the year!
- Campus resources and programs you can explore at your own time.
- Information about our Guided Pathways offered which includes degrees and certificate
information.
- Instructions and Resources to help register for classes and when applying for Financial
Aid!
- Information on the Transfer Success Pathway to a CSU (eligible for first-time, first-year
college students)
- Direct Resources to on campus resources + wellness
Schedule an appointment with an FYE counselor!
FYE Counseling appointments
(January 5 - February 12)
Monday, January 5: 1:00 - 6:30PM
Thursday, January 8: 1:00 - 6:30PM
Tuesday, January 13: 9:00AM - 2:30PM
Thursday, January 15: 9:00AM - 2:30PM
Tuesday, January 20 - Thursday, January 22: 11:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday, January 27 - Thursday, January 29: 11:00AM - 4:30PM
Tuesday, February 3 - Friday, February 6: 11:00AM - 4:30PM
Saturday, February 7: 8:00AM - 12:00PM
Monday, February 9 - Wednesday, February 11: 1:00PM - 6:30PM
***If you need to see a counselor during Winter 2026 and our FYE counselors are not available, you can always see a General Counselor by looking at the Winter 2026 Counseling Schedule.
Spring 2026 FYE Counselor Schedule:
(February 14 - June 12)
Tuesdays: 9:45AM - 4:30PM
Wednesdays: 11:45AM - 6:30PM
Thursdays: 9:45AM - 6:30PM
Join our FYE Workshops!
Our Spring 2026 workshops will be updated on here soon...
