First-Time College Student
You are a first-time college student if this is your first time attending any college.
QUESTIONS?
- Receive one-on-one assistance in our Welcome Center. We are located in the Administration Building (our office is marked "W" on Campus Map)
- Call the Welcome Center at (562) 860-2451, ext. 2130 or email us at welcomecenter@cerritos.edu
Trouble receiving your Cerritos COllege ID number?
Please complete the Admission Application Issue formto report your issue.
- Complete the admission's application by applying online.
- How to Apply to Cerritos College - Tutorial Video!
- Complete identity verification using the ID.me platform. This new feature allows for applicants to verify their identity by uploading a picture of their driver’s license, ID or passport and answering additional questions to verify identity. There is also an option to speak to a live agent to finalize the verification process. Learn more about the ID.me process.
- You will receive your Cerritos College student ID number (7 digits) by email within 1-2 business days. If you did not receive it within 1-2 business days - click on the Admission Application Issue form above to report the issue.
- We recommend having official high school transcripts sent directly to Cerritos College Admissions and Records via email to admissions-info@cerritos.edu.
- Please visit Admissions Criteria to check your eligibility for admission. For our undocumented community, you may attend Cerritos College and pay in-state tuition if you qualify for AB-540.
Contact Admissions & Records if you have any questions or are in need of assistance (562) 860-2541 ext. 2211 or admissions-info@cerritos.edu
- Submit a Free Application for Financial Aid
- Apply for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Access the 4 Easy Steps to Cash to apply.
- If you are not a citizen or eligible non-citizen and qualify for AB 540 status, submit a CA Dream Act Application (CADAA).
- Apply by March 2 to be considered for Cal Grant and Student Success Completion Grant.
Contact Financial Aid at (562) 860-2541 ext. 2397 or finaid@cerritos.edu
- New students are required to complete the online Falcon Edge Orientation in their MyCerritos before enrollment.
- You can access Pre-Orientation Resources for helpful guides and resources.
- After you complete the online orientation, you will receive an Abbreviated Education Plan (ASEP) in your MyCerritos account. Follow these directions to access your ASEP.
Recommendation: After getting settled into your first semester, meet with a counselor every semester.
Counselors are available to assist you with your educational planning year-round.
Visit the Counseling Department to learn how to schedule an appointment with a counselor.
Contact the Counseling Department at (562) 467-5231 or Counseling@Cerritos.edu
Enrollment appointment:
To view your registration appointment time, log into MyCerritos, Click on the "Student Center" link, and your appointment will be listed on the right
hand column.
Searching the Schedule of Classes:
Class listings are made available via Schedule Plus. This guide will assist you with step-by-step instructions to begin your search.
Enrolling in Classes:
You may enroll for classes once your appointment date and time becomes active. To
enroll, follow these simple steps:
- Go to MyCerritos.
- Enter your User ID (7-digit student ID number) and Password (8-digit date of birth).
- Select "Enrollment."
- Select Course Enrollment.
- Select Term (ex. Fall 2024).
- Verify Name and Select "Add Classes."
- Enter Class Number that you've obtained from Schedule Plus and select "Submit."
- If your class is closed you may wish to be added to a wait list, if available. Follow the direction to add a Wait List.
- "Success" will appear next to the class you added or wait listed.
Fees:
Once enrolled for classes, students are required to pay their tuition and student fees.
Contact Admissions & Records if you have any questions or are in need of assistance (562) 860-2541 ext. 2211 or admissions-info@cerritos.edu
Congratulations! Welcome to Cerritos College!
If you need accommodations with any of these activities due to a disability, please visit Student Accessibility Services.
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