Future Students
Have questions? Need assistance applying and enrolling?
Visit our Welcome Center during business hours or call 510-748-5207.
Steps to Success
Congratulations on taking your first step in reaching your education and career goals!
Create or sign in to your openCCC account in order to submit an application.
Check in with the Financial Aid Department to make sure your financial aid is in order or if you have any questions.
Determine math and English placement, plan your classes, and create a Student Education Plan that will help you reach your educational goals sooner.
Log in to your Student Campus Solutions portal to enroll in classes.
Get to know CoA and the important resources we offer by completing our online orientation.
Bring a valid picture ID and your current class schedule as proof of enrollment to the Welcome Center.
1. Apply to College of Alameda
- Create a CCCApply Account (Log into your CCCApply Account if you already have one).
- International Students in the U.S. or applying for an F-1 visa, please complete CoA’s OpenCCC International application. Email international@peralta.edu with any questions.
- Click the Start New Application button to complete and submit a new College of Alameda application
- After submission, you will immediately receive an 8-digit confirmation number that starts with the number 4 (Save the confirmation number).
- Within 24 hours check your email for your Peralta Student ID # and Email with login credentials.
2. Apply for Financial Aid (If Needed)
- Go to the Financial Aid Department for information on applying for Financial Aid, or fill out your FAFSA directly at studentaid.gov.
- AB540 Dreamers can complete the California Dream Act Application at dream.csac.ca.gov
- College of Alameda's school code is 006720
- For help, call the Financial Aid Department at 510-748-2391.
3. Meet with a Counselor
- Schedule an appointment with a counselor to determine English and math placement and to complete your Student Education Plan (SEP).
- To clear prerequisites please fill out the Prerequisite Clearance Form.
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students should complete the Self-Placement Tool then meet with a counselor.
- For help, call (510) 748-5207 or visit the Counseling Department (A Building).
4. Enroll in Classes
- Log into the Student Portal to open Campus Solutions to enroll in classes. You can also pay your fees there.
- English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students should complete the Self-Placement Tool before enrolling in classes.
- For help, call (510) 748-5207 or visit the Welcome Center (A Building).
5. Complete the Online Orientation
- Complete the online orientation and Sexual Harassment Prevention Training in Canvas. You will not have access to these courses until you have enrolled in classes.
6. Student ID Card and Semester Sticker
- Bring a valid photo ID and your current class schedule as proof of enrollment to the Welcome Center (A Building) to get your student ID card and semester sticker.
- Your student ID card provides access to: Basic Needs support such as The Market, Boutique and One Stop Shop as well as campus events, library services, and local store discounts.
7. Purchase Your Textbooks
- You can purchase your textbooks at the Laney College Bookstore or at the online bookstore.