New/Prospective Students

If you are looking for a college where your professors and counselors are friendly, compassionate and knowledgeable, you belong at Los Angeles City College! In our atmosphere of support and learning, you can train for a new job, update your current job skills, earn an associate's degree, or complete the first two years of your bachelor's degree transfer curriculum.

You will be considered a new student if you have never applied nor attended a school in the Los Angeles Community College district, including Los Angeles City College. Come join us at LACC as a new student by following these easy steps:

 

  

Enrolling at LACC

  1. Submit an application to LACC
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    • Applications can be submitted online or on campus at the Student Assistance Center. For additonal information or questions, please call the Admissions Office (323) 953-4000 ext. 2104.  If you opt to submit a paper application form your may return it to the Student Assistance Center or mail it to the address below. You will then receive an appointment to register for classes. Be sure to bring a photo ID. The Admissions Office is located in Room 100 of the Cesar Chavez Administration Building on the LACC Campus. The mailing address is:
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        •  Admissions
          Los Angeles City College
          855 N. Vermont Ave. | L.A., CA 90029           
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Note: If taking a course at the college while in high school, you are considered a current high school student. If you graduate or discontinue enrollment from high school prior to entering college, you are considered a new student.

  

      2.        Submit Official Transcripts  

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    • You can have your official, sealed transcript and/or score report mailed directly to our college from your previous college/university.

    • Bring official transcripts from all high schools, colleges and trade schools attended. With these reports, you may be able to:    
      • Clear prerequisites for advanced language courses
      • Meet transfer requirements
      • AP score reports may also help you receive college credit; consult a counselor to learn more.

 

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    • Advanced Placement (AP) and/or International Baccalaureate (IB) credit shall be used toward meeting General Education requirements and graduation competency for the Associate of Arts and Associate of Science Degrees. Students must receive a passing score (3, 4, or 5) on an AP exam to receive the credit. Proof of any AP credit should be taken to the Admissions Office in AD 100, and appropriate credit will be reflected on your transcript.

         3.    Apply for Financial Aid

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    • Financial aid in the form of grants, scholarships, fee waivers, work study and student loans are available.
    • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available at each of our college campuses or you can apply online at   www.fafsa.ed.gov. To be eligible for various grants, you must submit your form by March 2. Applications are available at the campus Financial Aid Office. To learn more, please contact the Financial Aid Office. 
    • The Extended Opportunity Programs and Services (EOP&S) department also offers a variety of resources such as book grants to qualified low-income students. For more information, please contact EOPS.

        4.    Take Your Math and English Placement Tests

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    • Reading, writing and math placement tests are necessary prior to enrollment in English and math classes and other classes with English and math prerequisites. 
    • Placement tests are scheduled through the Assessment/Matriculation  office in AD 103 or online. Placement results can also be picked up in the Assessment/Matriculation office in AD 103 or online.

 

      5.    Orientation: LACC- Up Close and Personal  

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    • Attend an orientation session, where you can learn about programs and services available. Some services may require additional eligibility requirements which will be explained. Your placement results will be interpreted and a counselor will advise you about your first semester. You can schedule your appointment for an in-person orientation online or at the Assessment/Matriculation Office in AD 103.     
    • Coming soon: LACC will begin offering orientations online. This session combines a basic orientation to college with information on how to develop a one-semester course plan.

       6.   Get Registered!  

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    • You will receive an appointment date and time to register for your classes (by e-mail or in person at the Admissions Office). Counselors can help you select classes before you enroll. On or after that counseling appointment, you can go to the Student Information System to enroll online. Enroll early since classes fill up quickly!
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     7.  Wait...don't forget!

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    • Be sure to pay by the date given. You can pay online through the Student Information System. If you have any questions, contact the Admissions or Business Office.
    • There are a multitude of services available to students, such as:
      • First Year Experience- Offers first time students a unique approach to help you succeed in college. Peer mentors will be assigned to assist you in the classroom. Increased teacher/student interaction is provided. Academic counseling is offered to all participants. For more information call (323) 953-4000 ext. 1253.
      • Guardian Scholars- Designed to support current and former foster care participants and joins together with additional support services on campus. Assists with the admissions; assessment, educational planning and Personal Development classes are just a sample of help provided to students. For more information call (323) 953-4000 ext. 2236