New Student Checklist

☐  Apply for admission and select a plan of study.

☐  Apply for Financial Aid.

• Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.gov.
• Enter the CVCC School Code of 004988 to have your information sent to CVCC.
• Check your CVCC email account for notification of financial aid application status.

☐  Determine your College Readiness in Math and English.

• Placement tests for Math and English are given in the CVCC Library.
• Monday – Thursday from 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM (5:30 PM being the latest you can start the test).
• Friday from 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (3:00 PM being the latest you start the test).
• You will need your Student ID# and a picture ID to take the test. You can also take the placement test at our off-site centers. Check the off-site centers for appointment hours.
• The tests are computerized, untimed, and take about 4 hours to complete.

☐  Meet with an academic counselor to enroll in classes and select a plan of study, if undecided.

• Call the Academic Counseling Department at 434.832.7800 for information on scheduling an appointment or come by Amherst Hall, Room 2100 for walk-in advising.
• Students with questions about disability services may review the Student Accessibility Services (SAS) website or call: 434.832.7299 or 434.832.7802

☐  Pay tuition or verify that your Financial Aid award has been posted to your account.

• You can pay for your courses in the Accounting Office (Amherst Hall, Room 2208) or online by credit card through your "myCVCC" account.
• Tuition due dates for each semester are posted on the Academic Calendar section of the website.
• If you are eligible for financial aid, then your award amount will be posted on your myCVCC account.