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Admissions Steps

Apply now – Select a program/career cluster
(An early start ensures you have plenty of time to visit with an advisor and plan your course schedule)

• Submit an application for admission at http://www.hccs.edu/application or at any Admissions Center.
  
  
• Students may also complete the Texas Common Application for 2 year schools at:
  www.applytexas.org, but should allow extra processing time before registering.
  
  
• Students are encouraged to use the College and Career Planner to help determine their educational plan. - CLICK HERE

 

Submit Meningitis documentation
(All new students less than 30 years old are required to show proof of receipt of bacterial meningitis vaccination dose or booster within the last five years and at least 10 days to the start of your class)  New Meningitis Vaccination Requirement

 

Apply for financial aid
(Even though you think you might not qualify, this will help determine what resources might be available)

Complete the free FAFSA on line at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov

Send official transcripts
(Transcripts are needed to determine placement and prerequisite requirements)
Send official transcripts of all previously attended colleges/universities to:

Office of Admissions & Records
P.O. Box 667517
Houston, Texas 77266-7517

Assessment
(Exam results are used to determine placement in reading, writing and math courses)

Submit current ACT, SAT, or assessment scores or take the required Placement exams at one college testing centers.

Advisement
(Students will receive information about orientation, programs & classes)
Meeting with an HCC counselor is critical to determine testing needs, prerequisite eligibility and career and program choices.