1. 1 Presented by: Outreach Services Why Attend College… Why is Riverside Community College District your best option? Riverside Moreno Valley Norco

2. Biotechnology Business Admin. Computer Information Systems Human Services Medical Assisting Physician Assistant Architecture Computer Information Systems (Gaming) Construction Drafting Electronics Engineering Logistics Manufacturing Administration of Justice Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Automotive Technology Cosmetology Music Paralegal Studies Sign Language Welding Ben Clark Training Center EMT Program Fire Technology Law Enforcement Riverside Co. Sheriff March Dental Education Center Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Dental Lab. Tech. Riverside Co. Culinary Academy Culinary Arts All three college sites offer general education coursework in preparation for transfer!

3. 1. Apply for FAFSA (Financial AID) as early as January 1, 2012 2. Apply for Admission on March 1, 2012 3. Take the Assessment Test (schedule test online) 4. Complete an Orientation/Counseling (on your WebAdvisor)! 5. Register and Pay Fees on WebAdvisor! 6. Attend class!

4. FAFS AFAFSA Complete the F ree A pplication for F ederal S tudent A id ( FAFSA ) Use the online application at www.fafsa.gov (its free, fast and easy) www.fafsa.gov Federal Grants: Pell Grant, FSEOG, FWS, Academic Competitiveness Grant State Grants: Cal Grant, CHAFEE, BOGW, Child Development Grant You can apply beginning January 1 st of each year for the academic year that begins in the fall Application deadline March 2nd Step 1

5. RCCD Scholarship Brochures available in Fall semester for current students Other Scholarships and financial aid resources are available throughout the year at the Student Financial Services Office (and our website) www.rcc.edu/studentfinancialservices

6. Look for Scholarships: Library, High School Counselor, Community Organizations, Parent ’ s Workplace, College/University Websites: www.fastweb.com www.freedollarsforcollege.com www.wiredscholar.com Write a Great Personal Essay Get your recommendation letters early Beware of Scholarship Scams!

7. Apply for financial aid immediately. Don’t wait until you have been accepted into a college Start early – January of each year Get a PIN and use the FAFSA website Use estimates if you haven’t completed your tax return Spell your name as it appears on your SS card Be informed! Read forms, instructions and brochures Be organized. Start a financial aid file, keep copies of everything (taxes, etc.) Be sure to keep your address current with the institution you will be attending Financial Aid Phone Number 372-7009

8.  Apply online at www.rcc.edu!www.rcc.edu  Apply for Summer or Fall 2012 starting March 1 st !  Applications are processed within 48 hours!  You'll receive a Welcome Letter via email with your Student ID Number, Email Address, WebAdvisor Login! Step 2

9. Step 3 Assessment Test Contact the Counseling Department for an appointment: (951) 372-7101!

10. 1. Apply for Financial AID 2. Apply for Admission 3. Take the Assessment Test 4. Complete an Orientation/Counseling session online! 5. Register and Pay Fees! 6. Attend class!

11. New Student Orientation and Counseling Session New students must complete the online orientation and one semester Student Educational Plan (SEP) through WebAdvisor at www.rcc.edu.www.rcc.edu College Counselor’s will use your assessment test results to provide you with a “road map” to college success! College Counselor’s will use your assessment test results to provide you with a “road map” to college success! Norco College Step 4

12. Two ways to register on or after your assigned registration date!registration date Online Registration (WebAdvisor) In Person at Admissions & Records

13. 1. Enrollment Fee$36 per unit 2. Health Services Fee$17 3. Student Services Fee$10 4. Parking Permit $40 $ Summer $ 6units x $36unit = $156 Health Fee + $17 Student Ser. + $10 Permit + $40 Total = $192 $ Fall $ 12units x $36unit = $312 Health Fee + $17 Student Ser. + $10 Permit + $40 Total = $379

14. ATTEND CLASS! Arrive early… Thank You!

15. Do you have questions about college? RCCD Outreach Offices RCCD Outreach Offices 951-222-8574 (Riverside) 951-739-7856 (Norco) 951-571-6236 (Moreno Valley) RCCD website: www.rcc.eduwww.rcc.edu 15 Do you have questions about college? RCCD Outreach Offices RCCD Outreach Offices 951-222-8574 (Riverside) 951-739-7856 (Norco) 951-571-6236 (Moreno Valley)