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Apply to EVC
The Admissions and Records department is where you will begin your educational journey at EVC, and we will guide and support you along the way.
It all starts with 5 easy steps, beginning with “Apply for Admission."

First time at EVC:
If you've never attended EVC or another California community college; or attended a four-year college or university, scroll below the cards and follow the application steps.
Returning to EVC:
If you've attended EVC or another California Community Colelge before and have been away for more than a year, you'll need to reactivate your CCCApply account to register for classes.
OTHER STUDENT APPLICATIONS:
Students may have different application processes. Please click on the links below

Currently in HS
Taking classes at your high school (dual enrollment) or simply as a current high school student.
International
You currently live outside of the country or have been in California for less than a year.
Noncredit
Classes that are considered "noncredit" are free classes. Many classes are community-based around digital literacy and ESL.
ESL Students
Students in which English is not their first language, should take our Guilded Self-Placement exam (GSP) and register for ESL classes.1. Apply
How to Apply
We have developed this quick step-by-step process to help guide you through the full application process and our team is here to help and support you.
Your first step to attending EVC is to apply to the college and obtain your Student Identification number (SID).
Students can also pick up a paper application at Admissions in the Student Services Complex.
Students should obtain an EVC Student ID number within 24-72 hours. If they have not (and checked your Spam folder), contact Admissions.
2. Financial Aid

EVC has a variety of financial aid options. To see which of the following grants and opportunities you may be eligible for, complete the Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- CA Promise Grant
- Pell Grant & FSEOG
- Work Study
- Direct Loans
- Cal Grant
California Dream Act applicants must complete the CA Dream Act Application. You may be eligible for:
- CA Promise Grant
- Cal Grant
- EOPS
Students can also reach out to Financial Aid with any questions or attend one of their many workshops. Workshops are available on our Event Calendar
3. Orientation

An Orientation will provide you with general information regarding EVC's services and programs such as transfer and degree requirements, vocational programs, and student services, as well as academic expectations, facilities, and resources available to you. You are required to complete the orientation online.
- Create your Single Sign-On Account for EVC.
- Access the COMEVO Online New Student Orientation: English Version, Vietnamese Version, Spanish Version.
4. Counseling

Our academic counselors are here to help you select the right classes for the current
term, plan for future semesters, and assist you with the transfer process.
In preparation for your counseling appointment, ensure you’ve researched and identified
your academic pathway.
- Arts and Media
- Behavioral Sciences and Humanities
- Health & Human Services
- Business
- Industrial Technology and Transportation
- STEM
You can make your appointment now with a counselor.
Use My Path to help you explore career and pick a major.
5. Register For Classes

Now It’s time for you to register for your classes and get the required course materials! Click on the links below to register for classes and discover what textbooks are required for your courses.
You can buy your books and materials online at the bookstore.
Wait list Rules
- Students must meet prerequisite prior to being added to waitlist
- Students are not permitted to enroll and waitlist for multiple sections of the same course
- Students are not allowed to waitlist if a course conflict exists
- Students once off the waitlist will have 48 hours to register for classes, before losing their spot.
- Students on a waitlist can also stop by and ask the professor if their is space in the class.
help links to get started
The following will help you get started. Use our Services Finder for a variety of services.
- Get a Parking Permit
- Campus Map & Directions
- Online Bookstore
- Get a student ID card (from Admissions)
- Get free transit on VTA
- Academic Calendar (to not miss deadlines)
- Laptop Loaner program

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Drop for Non Payment
- Students are responsible for paying their bills prior to the start of the term.
- The District has implemented a Drop for Non-Payment policy, where students with a balance of $100 or more, will be dropped from future registered classes and a hold will be placed on their accounts.
- Students will not be dropped if they are part of an exempt group or have setup a payment plan.
- A list of Drop for Non Payment dates is on our Event Calendar under Financial Aid.