STEP 1 - ADMISSION

 

Who is Eligible for Admission?

How Do I Apply?

  • Complete the Application for Admission. An Application for Admission can be obtained from this web site, the Office of Admissions and Records, or from the center of the current Schedule of Credit Classes. The Application for Admission generates the Permit to Register. It is important that students turn in the Application for Admission before completing other steps in the registration process. All new and returning students must complete an application.
  • Mail-in applications must be received approximately one month before the beginning of the term, all applications mailed in after that deadline will be sent back. Please consult the current Schedule of Credit Classes or this web site for specific application deadlines. All other applications must be submitted to the Office of Admissions and Records in person.
  • Submit official transcripts from all accredited High Schools, Colleges, Universities or Trade Schools attended. Unofficial transcripts may be considered for eligibility purposes if the student's name and the institution's name are printed on the documents and official transcripts are expected to arrive. To register for or add a class that has a course prerequisite, a student must have a transcript or grade report on file to verify satisfactory completion of the prerequisite course.
  • A Permit to Register will be sent to the mailing address indicated on the application. The permit will tell you your assigned registration date and time. You will not be allowed to register before this assigned date and time.

STEP 2 - ASSESSMENT

Most classes have basic skill prerequisites that must be assessed prior to registration. Assessment must be completed prior to registration. To Make a Test Appointment:

  • Determine the test required for courses in which you plan to enroll (see the current Schedule of Credit Classes for test information.)
  • Make an appointment with the Assessment Center located on the lower floor of the Student Services Center or call at (909) 594-5611, ext. 4265.
  • On the day of the test come to the designated room ten (10) to fifteen (15) minutes early.

STEP 3 - ORIENTATION

Orientation is mandatory for all new and transfer students who are enrolling at Mt. San Antonio College, unless otherwise exempted. For appointments or exemption information please contact the Counseling Office, located on the upper floor of the Student Services Center, or by calling 909.594.5611 Ext. 5913.

Students must have an Application for Admission on file, and have already taken the assessment tests, and have test results prior to attending orientation.

Completion of orientation is required prior to registering for classes. Students returning to Mt. San Antonio College or students who have already taken orientation do not need to take orientation again.

STEP 4 - COUNSELING & ADVISING

Once orientation is complete counselors are available to help if you:

  • Do not have a major or are undecided in a career choice
  • Need help with vocational or career plans
  • Need to choose a university or college for transfer.

Educational Advisors are available to help if you

  • Need information on course selection.
  • Would like to find out what classes are needed for an Associate Degree or Certificate.
  • Need help with your educational plan
  • Need general information about the college.

STEP 5 - REGISTRATION

What Can I Do Before Registration to Save Time?

  • Prepare a tentative class schedule. A work sheet is available in the current Schedule of Credit Classes.
  • Be sure you have completed the required prerequisites for the courses you have selected. Consult the current Schedule of Credit Classes or College Catalog for prerequisite listings.
  • Be sure to register for the required co-requisites.

When Do I Register?

Check your Permit to Register for your date and time. You may not register prior to the date and time printed on your permit. All registration is by telephone or online. There is no over the counter registration through the Office of Admissions and Records prior to the beginning of the semester. Registration telephones and computers are available in the Student Services Center for registration. Follow the directions on the Registration Worksheet in the current schedule of credit classes. It may be helpful to fill out the worksheet prior to registering for classes.

STEP 6 - FEES

Fees must be paid within seven (7) working days from the day the student registers. Classes not paid by the 2nd week of the semester (or 1st week for short-term classes) will be billed and obligated. This obligation will withhold registration privileges, student grades, transcripts, degrees, and student services until the obligation has been paid. Students can make payments by credit card through telephone or online registration or by mail, by drop box, or in person.