Apply to SAC
Follow the link below to complete your application online. This will redirect you to the CCCApply website. Create an account using a personal email or log in if you already have an account.
Are you a current high school student planning to take classes at Santa Ana College? Visit the Dual Enrollment & Concurrent Enrollment Opportunities website for additional information.
These steps should be completed after you receive your
“Welcome to SAC" email.
Step 1: Review your English and math course recommendations. Course recommendations are determined using information provided on your application. You can find your placement recommendation scores on Self-Service, under Academics option, click on Test Summary.
If you feel that you need additional language acquisition support, you may consider enrolling in ESL/EMLS courses. Learn more about English for Multilingual Students to see if it is a right fit for you.
Questions? Contact the Assessment Center at: (714) 564-6148 or visit www.sac.edu/assessment
Step 2: Complete the Super Strong Career Assessment. This free assessment will help you confirm your academic major and career interest. We link your interests to careers, salaries, job outlooks, skills to the SAC Career and Academic Pathways (CAP) aligned to help you meet your goals. Visit the Super Strong Career Assessment website.
Questions? Contact the Assessment Center at: (714) 564-6148 or visit www.sac.edu/assessment
Step 3: Complete New Student Orientation and Design Your Class Schedule. In order to customize a schedule that fits your needs, you must complete an orientation and meet with a counselor for class recommendations. There are two ways to get this done:
Complete online. Log into Self-Service account, click on the Academics option on the left navigation menu and follow the drop menu to the “New Student Orientation - SAC". Please allow yourself about 45 minutes to complete the online orientation. After you are done, sign up for a virtual counseling session at sac.edu/counseling.
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Attend a New Student Registration Orientation. Visit sac.edu/orientation to sign up for a date and time that works for you.
Questions? Contact the Assessment Center at: (714) 564-6148 or visit www.sac.edu/assessment
Step 4: If You Attended Another College (other than SAC or SCC). To enroll in a course that has a prerequisite or if you have completed coursework at a regionally accredited college that meets the requirements, you can meet with a counselor in a 15-minute Live Chat with a Counselor session for verification and prerequisite clearance.
Questions? Contact the Counseling Department at: (714) 564-6103 or visit www.sac.edu/counseling
Step 5: Apply for Financial Aid. Complete the Federal Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) by filling out the Free Application at fafsa.ed.gov or California Dream Act Application by filling out the free application at dream.csac.ca.gov. SAC Federal School Code is 001284.
Questions? Contact the Financial Aid Office at: (714) 564-6242 or visit www.sac.edu/financialaid
Step 6: Registration. Check for your registration date and time on WebAdvisor, under Registration. Login using your username and password provided. Register for classes online, on or after your assigned registration date and time. Additional registration instructions are available on the Admissions and Records website.
Questions? Contact the Admission & Records Office at (714) 564-6017 or visit www.sac.edu/admissions
Step 7: Pay Fees. Fees must be paid within 3 calendar days, including weekends, after registering for courses. The date that you register counts as the first calendar day. For information regarding fee payment options and payment policies, please visit the Cashier's Office website.
Questions? Contact the Cashier's Office at (714) 564-6965 or visit www.sac.edu/sbo
If you need assistance logging into your account, please contact the Admissions and Records office at (714) 564-6005 or email us at adm_records@sac.edu.
We look forward to helping you achieve your academic goals.
