You must file an application for admissions online at www.contracosta.edu click on ENROLL NOW and then click on the ONLINE ADMISSIONS link which will take you directly to the application. Limited paper copies are available in the Office of Admissions and Records (Humanities Building, Room 42). Please note: YOU MUST have an application on file PRIOR to taking the assessment and attending orientation. Note: If you attended CCC in the past, but you did not enroll in a class last semester you must reapply.
Step 2 – Complete Assessment (Student Service Center 104)
Assessment of new students is required in the areas of reading, writing, and math (see exemptions on the back page). Contra Costa College uses COMPASS, a computerized assessment, for placement into English, reading, math and ESL (English as a Second Language) courses. The test is un-timed and is only open to students who have submitted their application and intend to enroll at Contra Costa College. COMPASS is available to take on a drop-in basis at the Assessment Center (SSC-104). Students taking the COMPASS/ESL assessment must also complete a timed writing assessment.
Students must bring photo identification and their student ID number to the lab. Please note: Children are not allowed in the lab.
Assessment Center HOURS (Open to all students)
| June 2-June 26 | July 1-31 | August 4-29 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 9 am to 2 pm | Mondays | CLOSED | Monday 9 am to 6 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am to 2 pm | Tuesdays 9 am to 2pm | Tuesday 9 am to 2 pm | |
| Wednesday | 1 pm to 6pm | Wednesdays 1 pm to 6pm | Wednesday 1 pm to 6 pm | |
| Thursdays | 9 am to 2 pm | Thursdays 9 am to 2 pm | Thursdays 9 am to 2 pm | |
| Fridays | CLOSED | Fridays CLOSED | Fridays 9am to 1pm | |
Step 3 –Orientation (Online or In-person)
Orientation is designed to provide you with a wealth of information on Contra Costa College policies, procedures, programs, and the support services that will assist you in setting up a path to success. The orientation takes approximately one hour. To complete the online orientation go to www.contracosta.edu and click on ONLINE SERVICES and then click on the link for ONLINE ORIENTATION. You can complete the online orientation at home or in the Assessment Center–if space permits– prior to or immediately following your assessment. You are required to answer a few questions, print and sign the certificate of completion to verify your successful completion of the on-line orientation. This verification must be delivered to Counseling in SSC 108 or faxed to (510) 235-5819 or mailed to 2600 Mission Bell Drive (COUNSELING) San Pablo, CA 94806.
In Person Orientations will be offered on a limited basis. Please contact the Counseling Office ext. 7255 or Assessment Center ext. 4301 for the specific dates, times and locations.
Step 4 – Sign-up to meet with a Counselor (Student Service Center 108)
All new students must complete steps 1 thru 3 prior to meeting with a counselor for assessment placement and an education
plan. Sign up for a counseling appointment after completing your assessment, by using the SARS TRAK System located on the
counter in the Counseling Office H40 or calling (510) 235-7800 ext. 7255.
During the counseling session you will:
A) Receive your COMPASS/ESL assessment results;
B) Learn how to use the catalog & schedule, and
C) Select courses for the upcoming semester
Step 5 – Complete Registration (On-line or by Phone)
(Limited Registration Assistance also available in the Student Services Lab located in theStudent
Services Center Room 104-during assessment hours listed above or on the front page)
New students must complete steps 1 thru 4 (unless exempt) prior to enrolling in classes. There are two ways to register for classes: online or by phone.
After these dates you MUST attend the first class and obtain an add code from the professor, if a prerequisite or HS Concurrent Enrollment form is not required you may enroll on the express registration section of Web Advisor; using the four digit Late Add Code issued by the professor-otherwise you must take all required forms to Admissions & Records.
Student ID Number & Six digit birthday e.g. Sept. 05, 1985 is 090585
Your Web Advisor username is the first initial of your first name, your last name and the last three digits of your Student ID number and your initial password is your six digit birthday (mmddyy). You will be prompted to change your password after your initial log-in. the new password should consist of 6-9 characters (and at least 1 number or 1 letter)
Example: jsmith567 username 080282 password
For online registration go to www.contracosta.edu -click on ONLINE SERVICES and then click on the link for ONLINE REGISTRATION.
For phone registration call the automated telephone registration system available from 6:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. at (866) 455-8734. Telephone registration is available in English and Spanish.
In Person Registration Exception- in person registration is only available for students providing documentation to waive a prerequisite block or students currently attending high school.
Other Important Information
All new students working toward a degree, certificate or transfer, or are undecided about their career goals are expected to participate in the matriculation process (assessment, orientation, and counseling/program planning) unless exempt for one of the following reasons:
Waiver forms are available through the Office of Admissions and Records or the Counseling Center, and must be signed by appropriate college personnel.
Parking: Campus parking regulations are enforced Monday-Friday during the regular terms. If you plan to park on campus during this time, you must purchase a parking permit or a daily parking permit for $2.00 (eight quarters) to park in any student lot.
No Classes/Campus Closed: May 26, on Fridays May 30-July 25, August 30-Sept. 1, Sept. 26, Nov. 10, and November 27-30
Campus Tour: Campus tours are offered by the Student Life Center. For more information about tour dates and times, please call the Student Life Center at (510) 235-7800 extension 4237. Tours will only take place if there are sign-ups at least 24 hours in advance, they are not offered during rainy weather.
Revised 7/24/2008