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The Steps to Become a Student at RRCC

Red Rocks Community College welcomes anyone 17 years of age or older, who can benefit from our instructional programs and courses, including high school graduates, non-graduates, or students at least 16 years old who are currently enrolled in a high school concurrent enrollment program. Students younger than age 17 who are not in a concurrent enrollment program may apply for a waiver of the age requirement through the office of the Vice President for Student Services.

1. Apply

Complete the RRCC application. Upon completion, you will receive a User ID number. The user ID starts with an "S" followed by 8 numbers (for example: S12345678) Save this number as you will need it for registration and all other correspondence with RRCC.

International Students

Do not complete the application above. Please email international@rrcc.edu for additional information or go to the International Education Office website: www.rrcc.edu/international

Out-of-State Online Students

At this time, Red Rocks Community College is unable to accept applications from online students in the following states: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Iowa, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Utah, and Washington D.C.

2. Complete the Mandatory Red Rocks 101 Online Orientation

Red Rocks 101 is an online orientation designed to help students start college on the right track. You’ll be introduced to all that Red Rocks Community College has to offer, including 300+ degree and certificate programs, a variety of student services, and plenty of opportunities to get involved on campus!
You can start the orientation here.

3. Sign up for COF

As a Colorado resident, the College Opportunity Fund will help you save money on tuition. Complete the Colorado Opportunity fund application link at www.rrcc.edu/cof.

4. Meet assessment requirements

The Accuplacer is the state-required test that provides information in these areas to help you and your academic advisor make appropriate course choices.
Students who have graduated from a Colorado public or private high school (or its equivalent) during the previous academic year, or students who will be working toward a degree within the Colorado Community College System or will be taking a guaranteed transfer course, must be assessed for reading, writing, and mathematics ability.
You will not have to test your skills if: you are not seeking a degree; if you can show proof (ACT/SAT scores taken within the last five years) that the minimum requirements have already been met; or if you already have a previous college degree (AA., A. S, B.A./B.S. or higher).
Please check on our assessment website to see if your scores exempt you from this requirement.
This is not an entrance exam.
No appointment is required

Information: 303.914.6720 or www.rrcc.edu/assessment/

5. Set up your email account

Your Red Rocks email (name@student.cccs.edu) will be the primary communication while enrolled at RRCC. This will be used by Faculty, Advisors, Financial Aid, Enrollment Services, Business Office, Office of Student Life, College Foundation, Instructional Services, and more. Activate your account today. Click here to set up your account.

6. Apply for financial aid

Click here to find out important financial aid application deadlines.

Information: 303.914.6256 or www.rrcc.edu/finaid

7. Meet with an advisor

Explore your degree/certificate options
Identify required courses in order to register for your classes
Map out your plan to transfer to a Colorado 4-year institution
Approaching graduation? Make sure you’re on track

Information: 303.914.6255 or www.rrcc.edu/advising

8. Register for classes

www.rrcc.edu
Click on “The Rock”
Enter your "S" number and password
Click on "Add or Drop Classes"

Information: 303.914.6255 or www.rrcc.edu/advising

9. Continuing students, register through "the Rock"

If you are a continuing student and wish to register or check your account:
Login to

at rrcc.edu

Login by using your User ID (capital "S" followed by an 8 digit number) in the User ID field.If you have forgotten your password, click on Forgot password? in the “Need Help?” area of the login window.

Enter your 6 digit PIN. If this is your first time logging in, use your birthdate (MMDDYY). If you do not remember your PIN, enter your User ID and click Forgot PIN?.

10. Get your RRCC Student ID card

Information: www.rrcc.edu/studentlife or 303.914.6370

11. Attend a New Student Welcome Night

Information: www.rrcc.edu/studentlife or 303.914.6370

12. Purchase books and supplies

Information: rrcc.bncollege.com or 303.914.6232

13. Stay current with RRCC (recommended)

Like Us" on Facebook and sign up with Twitter. You will never miss notices of free food, events, or guest speakers visiting campus.

Contact Info

Waitlisting is now available for all 15-week courses starting Fall 2013!
Details here (pdf).

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Online Registration 101
(avoid the lines & register online)