Enroll in a California Community College

CCC Apply: CCCApply is the statewide online admission application center for California Community Colleges.

Dual Enrollment: Dual enrollment lets you earn college credit for college courses completed while you’re still in high school – and those courses also count toward your high school diploma.

California College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP) Enrollment Form

Why is enrollment so important?

The California Community Colleges is the largest provider of workforce training in the nation.
Many Californians lost their jobs or took time away from school due to the pandemic, but now as the nation recovers it is the perfect time for those students to enroll in a community college to get the skills needed to get into the workforce in a fulfilling, good-paying career.
Community colleges produce trained, skilled and certified graduates at high rates, making it a significant contributor to the state’s pipeline of talent for high-demand industries.
Most skilled jobs require some form of additional training or higher education after graduating from high school to continue moving up the career ladder and community colleges offer many avenues for students to get the skills training and higher education they need to achieve their dreams.
California taxpayers receive $4.50 in return for every $1 invested in students who graduate from a California community college.
Community colleges also provide additional skills training for those already in the workforce which can lead to a higher paying job or a new career.
Community colleges offer quality education being taught by experts in their fields of study.
Community colleges offer flexible scheduling and access to helpful resources allowing students to remain home or close to home. Roughly 60% of all classes offered statewide in the fall will be offered online.

Why should students enroll in a California community college?

Attending a California community college nearly doubles a student’s chance of finding a career compared to those who do not complete high school.
Community colleges offer the skills training and learning opportunities that current and future employees will need to excel in their careers.
Employers in many high-demand industries are citing the need for a more robust, skilled workforce and are looking to community colleges to produce potential employees for the jobs of today and tomorrow. Now is a great time for students to enroll in community college to get the degree, certificate or training needed to get into an in-demand career in their local area.
Students earning a degree or certificate from a California community college nearly double their earnings within three years of completing their program.
By offering associate degrees, certificates and guaranteed transfer programs as well as more than 200 career training programs, community colleges make it possible for students across California to get a high-quality education and take the first step toward their dream career.
Community colleges also offer a variety of financial aid opportunities to students year-round including grants, scholarships and work study programs.
It’s easier than ever to enroll now. The California Community Colleges recently launched ICanGoToCollege.com in English and Spanish. This new, full-service website has the information and links you need to enroll in classes, apply for financial aid and explore career education and transfer programs.
Fall enrollment deadlines vary by college, but if a student missed the deadline for their local college, there are a variety of course options such as late-start classes which start at different times and are shorter but offer the same amount of credits.
High school students can enroll now in dual enrollment courses that allow them to take community college classes concurrently while still in high school. This helps high school students get a head start on their general education coursework for college.

Who can enroll in a California community college?

California community colleges accepts the top 100% of Californians from current high school students to working adults. California community colleges serve students across 116 campuses statewide. Whether you have just graduated high school, lost a job, looking to advance in a job or make a career change, consider enrolling in a local community college and take the next step in your higher education journey.
Students can benefit from their previous higher education learning experiences when attending a California community college. To accommodate the realities of the working world, the California Community Colleges provide credit for prior learning to students who have gained skills and knowledge outside the classroom. Credit for prior learning gives students a jumpstart on completing their degree and entering the workforce, with some students saving an average of 6 to 10 months.
Dual enrollment is also available to high school students. This program provides high school students the unique opportunity to take community college classes and earn credit for college courses while still in high school, allowing students get a head start on their higher education goals.