Community College Information

Community College steps to apply: 

• Submit a college application 

  • create an OpenCCC account and apply to the community college of choice (Ex. SD City)

  • After applying wait 24-48 hours to receive acceptance and next steps

• Complete your FAFSA OR CA DREAM Act Application

• Complete new student online orientation

  • after you are accepted you will receive an email with orientation instructions and your student ID number

• Complete the assessment process

  • Usually completed via a questionnaire where you will input HS GPA and math/english course(s) taken senior year

• Develop an Educational Plan with a counselor

  • this plan will help you know what classes you need to take to obtain your educational goal (ex. associates degree, transfer to a 4-year, and more)

• Register for classes/Pay fees

  • You will receive an email indicating your registration date and time

  • Pay any outstanding fees that may not be covered by your financial aid

Applications are submitted via CCC Apply

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