PACE Orientation

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PACE Orientation for Students and Parents

During PACE Orientation, Students & Parents will:

• Learn more about the college setting, classes, and become more familiar with the resources available to all HGTC students.
• Get technology support on how to navigate myHGTC, D2L, and the student's college email account.
• Learn more regarding course expectations, helpful tips, and have additional questions answered.

2026-2027 Orientation

2025 PACE In-Person Orientation Presentation

In-Person Orientation Dates for 2026-2027                                      

Orientation will begin promptly at the times listed. Registration will open 1 hour prior to the presentation. Large crowds are anticipated, so please come early.

Tuesday, July 28, 2026, 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Howard Recreation Center Auditorium
1610 Hawkins Street
Georgetown, SC 29440

Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:30 am and 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Grand Strand Campus, Conference Center (Building 600)
950 Crabtree Lane
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10:00 am – 11:30 am and 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Conway Campus, Burroughs & Chapin Auditorium (Building 1100B)
* Sign-in at Café 1100
2050 Highway 501 East
Conway, SC 29526

Online Orientation

In addition to attending one of the in-person orientation sessions, all new dual enrollment students should also complete the online PACE Orientation found in the myHGTC Student Portal. When you log into your myHGTC account, please click on the Orientation Card to begin.

Prior to the first day of class, students will need to:

• Ensure they have received your HGTC PACE Acceptance Packet containing their student H# and myHGTC username and password. If you have not received this letter, please email pace@hgtc.edu to check your application status.
• Call 843-349-TECH (8234) and follow the prompts if they are having technical issues logging into their myHGTC account.
• Submit a FAFSA Waiver and any other necessary Financial Aid forms each academic year in the myHGTC Student Portal. 
• Purchase textbooks at the campus bookstore if textbooks are not being provided by their high school. If you are unsure, please contact your school counselor.
• All students are eligible to receive an HGTC ID card to carry with them while on campus. ID cards are required for specific services and student engagement activities. Students must be registered for classes in order to obtain an HGTC ID card.
• Students taking an in-person course on an HGTC Campus should obtain an HGTC parking decal prior to the first day of school. Students must bring their vehicle registration card, driver’s license, student ID card, and a copy of their current semester schedule from myHGTC (online or printed) to obtain a decal.
• Read the Dual Enrollment Student Handbook.