STEP drop-in hours. Have questions about the STEP program? "Walk-in" anytime during our drop-in hours to get answers. Available every Wednesday from 11am to 1pm and 3pm to 5pm. Click here for access to zoom room. Image: cartoon laptop with women in zoom

Success Starts in the Summer

Qualify for Promise+Plus Benefits with the STEP Program

STEP students collaborating on a project

Success Starts in the Summer

Qualify for Promise+Plus Benefits with the STEP Program

STEP students gather outside of a classroom

Success Starts in the Summer

Qualify for Promise+Plus Benefits with the STEP Program

Summer Transition Enrichment Program (STEP)

The STEP Program is designed for first time college students. This short program helps students prepare for success and make new friends at Mt. SAC. Students take a two-week Counseling 1 class and participate in workshops outside of class.

FREE Loaned Technology for participating students!

Click on the "STEP Interest Form" link below and let us know you are interested! We will keep in contact with you to make sure you complete all steps and remind you when it's time to register. Take the first step and click on the button below.

STEP Interest Form

Attention future STEP students:

As you know, COVID-19 has changed our lives, from how we interact and communicate to how we conduct our daily business. We are here for you and committed to helping you start college on the right foot.

The summer STEP program will continue online!
All sections of Counseling 1 for STEP will be taught online. We hope you are still excited to join us this summer as we are working hard to prepare a great experience for you.

How do I register for the STEP program (Counseling 1 course)?
Scroll down and follow the steps to register!

Please keep in touch with us. We’re here to help and want to make sure you get a great start at Mt. SAC! You can email us at step@mtsac.edu. We’ll get back to you quickly.
Sincerely,

The Mt. SAC STEP Team

Have Questions? Connect with STEP Staff to get answers!

Connect via phone at (909) 274-6433. Available Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.
Connect via email at step@mtsac.edu. Please allow at least 48 hour response time, excluding weekends and holidays.
Connect via Zoom during drop-in hours. Available every Wednesday from 11:00am-1:00pm and 3:00-5:00pm.

Helpful Links

Distance Learning

Getting Started With Canvas

Mt. SAC Health Page

Tutorial Services

Student Services FAQs

FREE BENEFITS!

First-time college students who finish the STEP program may qualify for the Promise+Plus Program, which provides early registration for the Fall and Spring semesters, book voucher, food cards, loaner laptop and more!

STEP

8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
(909) 274-6433
step@mtsac.edu
www.mtsac.edu/step

Steps to Enroll in the 2021 Summer STEP Program

- - Get Ready for College
    
    Step 1: Apply to FAFSA or CA DREAM Act
    
    These are additional steps you can complete to ensure a strong college start:
    
    Financial Aid
    
    About 75% of our students pay close to nothing to attend. Learn more about the types of aid and how to apply.
    
    Apply for FAFSA/CA DREAM ACT:
    
    (2020-2021)* & (2021-2022)
    
    *2018 and 2019 1040 Forms / W2s
    
    *(to cover cost of SUMMER 2021 Deadline 6/30/21 to submit Financial Aid application)
    
    Visit Financial Aid
  - Apply for Summer at Mt. SAC
    
    Step 2: Apply for Mt. SAC for Summer Intersession
    
    Apply for Mt. SAC online at www.mtsac.edu/apply
  - Activate Mt. SAC Account
    
    Step 3: Claim & Activate your Mt. SAC Account
    
    Go to my.mtsac.edu
    
    Admissions & Records will send you instructions on activating your account
  - Complete Assessment Questionnaire & New Student Orientation
    
    Step 4: Take the Assessment Questionnaire (AQ) and Complete New Student Orientation
    
    Go to mtsac.edu/assessment/aq to fill out the assessment questionnaire; have your high school transcripts ready
    
    The assessment center also gives hands-on assistance in building 9B on the first floor (currently closed due to COVID-19).
    Complete the online orientation by doing the following:
    
    Log into your student portal
    
    Click on the "Student Success" tab
    
    Under "New Student Registration Checklist," click on "Step One"
    
    Click on "Complete Mandatory Online Orientation"
    
    Complete the online orientation by doing the following:
    
    Log into your student portal
    
    Click on the "Student Success" tab
    
    Under "New Student Registration Checklist," click on "Step One"
    
    Click on "Complete Mandatory Online Orientation"
    
    Visit Assessment
- - Sign up for a STEP registration workshop
    
    Step 5: Come back in May to sign-up for a STEP registration workshop.
  - Register for STEP Counseling 1
    
    Step 6: Check out the course schedule by clicking here.
  - Request Free Loaned Technology
    
    Step 7: Request Free Loaned Technology:
    
    Thank you for your interest. As the 2021 summer session nears (May/June 2021) we will provide the link to request a Laptop Loan for the summer term.
    
    Be on the lookout! Information will also be sent to the student portal and via Mt. SAC Instagram.

Success Starts in the Summer

Qualify for Promise+Plus Benefits with the STEP Program

Success Starts in the Summer

Qualify for Promise+Plus Benefits with the STEP Program

Success Starts in the Summer

Qualify for Promise+Plus Benefits with the STEP Program

Summer Transition Enrichment Program (STEP)

Have Questions? Connect with STEP Staff to get answers!

Helpful Links

Steps to Enroll in the 2021 Summer STEP Program

Financial Aid

How to Register for the STEP Program