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 your college email account.
- Learn more regarding course expectations, helpful tips, and have additional questions answered.
In-Person Orientation Dates for 2025-2026
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Howard Recreation Center Auditorium
1610 Hawkins Street
Georgetown, SC 29440
Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 10:00 am – 11:30 am and 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Grand Strand Campus
Conference Center (Building 600)
950 Crabtree Lane
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 10:00 am – 11:30 am and 5:30 pm – 7 pm
Conway Campus
Burroughs & Chapin Auditorium
(Building 1100B) / Café 1100
Parking Left Side of the Bldg.
2050 Highway 501 East
Conway, SC 29526
Note: 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.
Online Orientation
All new dual enrollment students should complete the online PACE Orientation found in the myHGTC Student Portal before the first day of class. When you log into your myHGTC account, please click on the Orientation Card to begin.
Click here to view the PACE Orientation Guide
Prior to your first day of class, students will need to:
- Ensure you have received your HGTC PACE Acceptance letter that includes your student H# and myHGTC username and password. If you have not received this letter, please email pace@hgtc.edu to check your application status.
- If you are having technical issues logging into your myHGTC account, please call 843-349-TECH (8234) and follow the prompts.
- Submit a FAFSA Waiver each academic year in your myHGTC Student Portal.
- Purchase textbooks at the campus bookstore if textbooks are not being provided by your high school. If you are not sure, please contact your school Counselor.
- Obtain your HGTC student ID & HGTC parking decal prior to the first day of on-campus classes. Students must bring their Student “H” number included in the PACE acceptance letter along with a photo ID on a state issued ID to obtain their campus ID. Students must bring their vehicle registration, and driver’s license to obtain a decal. Student ID's & parking decals may be obtained on any campus between 8am-5pm, Monday - Thursday.