New Student

New Student Checklist

We are pleased you have chosen South Puget Sound Community College to further your education. This checklist outlines the important steps of our Student Success program.

Step 1: Apply for Admission

• Applying online is an easy way to submit your admission application.
  Set Up Your Web Admissions Account to get started.  It takes
  less than 5 minutes!

• Applications for Admission to South Puget Sound Community College are reviewed and processed by Enrollment Services. We process applications according to the schedule below. Applicants will receive an email confirmation from Enrollment Services within 3-5 business days during the application period. Processing may take longer during peak registration times.

What Quarter do you want to start?	Applications will be processed starting:	Quarter Begins
Spring 2013	Late September 2012	April 1, 2013
Summer 2013	January 2013	July 1, 2013
Fall 2013	January 2013	September 23, 2013
Winter 2014	July 1, 2013	January 6, 2014

 

• If you choose not to apply online you may print a copy of the Admissions Application and submit your application in the following ways -

  Email:
  Mail: Enrollment Services
          2011 Mottman Rd SW Olympia, WA 98512
  Fax: (360) 596-5709

Step 2: Apply for Financial Aid

• All students should apply for Financial Aid even if they do not think that they will qualify. Financial Aid program requirements vary but the only way to know if you qualify is to apply! Visit the Financial Aid section of the website to learn more.

Step 3: Take the Placement Test

• The Placement Test is a tool to locate a student’s appropriate academic level. If a student is pursuing a certificate or degree, enrolling in 12 or more credits, or taking English or math, they will need to take the placement test. All placement testing is done on a walk in basis. View the testing calendar on the Testing Center Page for dates and times.

Step 4: Advising & Registration

Attend a New Student Advising and Registration Session (NSAR) to assist with choosing classes, deciding on a degree, and long term planning of your education. NSAR sessions are all walk in and run in a two hour block. Please be prepared to spend the full two hours with us. For more information about NSAR please go to the New Student Advising page where you can view our calendar and see what you can expect from your session.

Step 5: Pay Tuition/Fees

• To complete the registration process, pay your tuition/fees in building 25 at the Cashier’s office or pay online. For questions regarding tuition/fees and payments, view the Tuition Policy or contact the Cashier’s office at (360) 596-5265.