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4. Steps to Get Started

Steps to Getting Started

1. Apply for Admission to the College Online

   • New & Returning Students apply at https://www.cerritos.edu/
   • Click on Future Students to select either First-Time College student or Returning student.
   • New Students click on Applying Online to create an account for CCCapply to be able to submit your application online
     
     

2. Priority Registration for Veterans

   • Bring in DD-214, N.O.B.E., or Military Active Duty ID Card to be eligible for priority registration to the VRC.
     
     

3. Self-Report Tool for New Students (Assessment)

   • The Self-Report Tool (SRT) provides student the opportunity to place into English, Reading, Math or ESL ( English as a Second Language) courses based on their United States high school records.
     
     

4. New Student Orientation Required

   • Two ways to complete the orientation Online (MyCerritos) or an in-person Workshop by calling the Counseling Office at (562)467-5231. 
     
     

5. Using GI Bill Benefits

   • Find out if you’re eligible for VA educational benefits (link)
   • Apply online for your education benefits at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/
     
     

6. Apply online for Financial Aid (FAFSA Application)

   • Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa
     
     

7. Schedule a Counseling Appointment with Veterans Counselor in VRC

   • Schedule an appointment for an Educational Plan (Ed-Plan).
   • New students need to bring official or unofficial high school transcripts or test score reports ( such as AP, IB, or CAASPP) can be used to identify appropriate courses for placement.
   • Transfer Student must bring Official or unofficial transcripts from all previously attended colleges.
   • To schedule an appointment with your counselor, please call the VRC front desk. (562)860-2451 X 3716.

8. Register for Class Online on Appointment Date (Mycerritos)

   • New students  & Transfer students submit new student packet to begin using benefits at the VRC.
   • Continuing Students need to submit Request for Certification  every semester.