1. Apply to GOCC
Complete the free Application for Admission and return it to the Admissions Office.
Stop in or call the Admissions Office at 269.294.4249 or toll free 888.994.7818, ext. 249.
If you are an international student, high school student, or transfer student, look for additional information...
2. Check for Financial Aid Opportunities
Inquire about and apply for Financial Aid opportunities, which include scholarships, grants, work study, loans, and payment plans.
Stop by or call the Financial Aid office at 269.294.4260 to get Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms.
3. Assessment Testing
New students should complete the ACCUPLACER Placement Evaluation--a prerequisite for many GOCC courses. ACCUPLACER is an untimed, free, computer adaptive placement test that measures skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Guest students and degreed students with proof of their status do not need to be assessed.
To set up an appointment for testing, Please call at 269-294-4270 or (888) 994-7818 ext. 270
You should allow for 2-3 hours for testing, and bring photo ID.
Be sure to take the Accuplacer before meeting with a counselor.
4. Request for Transcripts
Request official transcripts for each high school, adult education, GED program and college you have attended to be sent directly to the attention of the Admissions office at Glen Oaks.
Transcript Request Form available from the Registrar or you can download one as a pdf file. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the pdf file. This is a free viewer.
5. Academic Advising
We strongly encourage all new students to schedule a time to meet with a counselor or advisor. This free service is an essential tool to help you explore your educational goals and to create an individualized educational plan, which consists of courses leading to the completion of occupational and transfer programs.
Services are available daily on a walk-in basis during open registration, and other times by appointment. Stop by or call the Counseling Office at (269) 294-4246 for more information.
6. Register and Pay for Classes
Register in person at the Student Services office. Registration times are posted in the office and on the Academic Calendar, Semester Class Schedule, or call 269.294.4259 for information.
Payment for classes is due at the time of registration, and should be made by visiting the Bookstore once you complete the registration process and obtain your schedule invoice with a balance due. We accept cash, check, and major credit cards. Glen Oaks also offers an online payment plan through our e-Cashier--the NelNet FACTS Tuition Management System to help finance the cost of your college education interest-free.
Financial Aid students should follow up with the Financial Aid Office if upon registration your schedule invoice shows a balance due.
7. New Student Orientation
New student orientation is designed to help students become more familiar with college life. College students have many responsibilities, and orientation will help with your transition to college by providing you with the skills necessary to accomplish your educational goals and make you aware of the support services available at Glen Oaks.
Students registered for fall classes will get details on orientation in a letter sent from Glen Oaks the summer before classes start.
GOCC is committed to helping you succeed!