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Who May Apply
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Anyone who is 18 years old or older
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Students who have earned a high school diploma
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Students under 18, who have not earned a high school diploma (see special instructions) link to high school page
NOTE: Neither California residency nor US Citizenship are required to apply.
Special Groups
How To Apply & Enroll in Classes
Follow the steps in this pdf
Contact the Learning Center on the 1st Floor of the HLRC Library for application & enrollment instructions or visit www.WLAC.edu/Free-College
STEP 1: Complete Online Application From Any Computer/Mobile Device
High School Graduates & Persons 18 years and older
If you are not currently enrolled in WLAC, or have not registered for classes for two consecutive semesters (Fall and Spring), complete an online Enrollment Application. This can be done from any computer or mobile device with internet access or from a campus computer. Expect to receive a Welcome Letter that includes a student ID number. You will need the ID number to proceed to Step #2.
Graduating High School Students
If you have taken WLAC courses within the past year, you must complete a High School Graduation Update Form and submit a copy of your high school diploma or transcripts to the Admissions Office.
(formerly called "ExpressWay")
Within a week of receiving your Student ID number, you should receive a call to reserve your spot for the New Student Orientation. This workshop, offered through the Welcome Center, is designed to help full-time and part-time students understand all of their options at West and select the right path to reach their academic and professional goals.
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Orientation
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Match to Appropriate Campus Services
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Financial Aid Processing
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Initial Counseling, Education Plan & Assistance Selecting Classes
STEP 3: Apply for Financial Aid
Your may be eligible for fee waivers, grants and other financial aid to cover college expenses. To receive the best aid package, file your Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) between the beginning of January and March ...learn more
STEP 4: Receive a Registration Appointment
When you submit your enrollment application, you will receive a student ID number and email address. You will need to sign on to the online Student Information System portal (SIS) to access your Registration Appointment. This is the first day you may register for classes. You may register any time after your registration date until the first day of classes. It is recommended that you register as early as many classes fill quickly.
STEP 5: Register for Traditional, Hybrid & Online Classes
Register for classes online from any computer or mobile device with internet access. You may also use computers in the Admissions Center, the Computer Lab in HLRC/Library, or elsewhere on campus.
PRE-REQUISITES across all subjects are being ENFORCED ...learn more about prerequisite enforcement
STEP 6: Pay Fees
You may pay your fees with a credit card when you register online. You may also pay with cash, check, debit or credit card at the Business Office on the second floor of the Student Services Building (SSB). FEES ARE DUE WHEN YOU REGISTER.
ADDITIONAL STEPS
This is the best time to get your Student ID, Parking Pass, and Books. It is also the right time to sign-up for any special programs, including EOP&S, TRIO or the Transfer Honors Program. Also, visit the University Transfer Center - SSB 3rd Floor.
Can't Enroll in the Class You Want?
If the class you want is full, try these options:
Join the Wait List
Try to "Add" ("Crash") the class