Getting Started

Salt Lake Community College caters to expanding minds and bright futures without breaking the bank. Looking for an extraordinary journey? Step Ahead at SLCC!

The College offers a wide array of degrees, class schedules, and convenient locations throughout the Salt Lake valley and online to fit diverse students and busy lifestyles. For those fresh out of high school or returning from a ‘life experience’ sabbatical, today’s students play a pivotal role in the success of higher education in the world. For those who are looking to freshen up their technical skills, SLCC offers workshops and many types of training. The College’s credits transfer to all Utah higher education institutions – and most national – four-year colleges and universities.

Become an SLCC Student in nine easy steps!

  1. Apply for Admission
  2. Take your Placement Assessment
  3. Apply for Financial Aid
  4. Attend Orientation
  5. Meet with Academic Advisor
  6. Register for Classes
  7. Get Your "OneCard"
  8. Purchase a Parking Permit
  9. Arrange for Payment

STEP 1 - APPLY FOR ADMISSION

If you have never attended Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) or have not attended for more than 2 years, you need to complete an Application for Admission and submit it with a non-refundable $40 application fee before registering for classes. For more information please call (801) 957-4073. Please click Apply Online below to submit an application.

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STEP 2 - TAKE YOUR PLACEMENT ASSESSMENT

All matriculated students are required to take a placement assessment called the Accuplacer (or submit ACT or SAT scores). This assessment helps determine your skill level in the areas of reading, English, and mathematics. You must complete placement assessment before registering for any classes. The Accuplacer Assessment is currently administered daily on a walk-in basis at Taylorsville Redwood, South City, and Jordan Campuses. Call the Testing & Placement Center at (801) 957-4269 for additional information.
Note: ACT or SAT scores less than two years old may also be used to meet the assessment requirement.

Transfer students with math or English credit from other colleges may be eligible for a waiver of all or part of the placement assessment requirements. If you are transferring to SLCC, please visit our website at www.slcc.edu/transcriptevaluation to learn how to have your prior credits  evaluated (you may not need the placement assessment).

The Accuplacer placement assessment is also used for placement in Math and English coursework (ACT/SAT scores can also be used). Math scores are valid for one year and English scores are valid for two years for course placement.  See other side for testing locations, hours, and more information about the Accuplacer Assessment. Allow two hours for testing. Visit www.slcc.edu/testing for more information.

STEP 3 - APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID OR SCHOLARSHIP

Apply for Financial Aid on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov or contact the Financial Aid Office at (801) 957-4410. You can also pick up a paper application at any of the Financial Aid Offices at Taylorsville Redwood, South, Jordan, or Sandy campuses.

Check out the Scholarships web page whether or not you are eligible for the Federal Financial Aid.

STEP 4 - ATTEND ORIENTATION

New students need to complete an orientation before registering for classes. Students completing an orientation will be given early registration. New students should register for a QuickConnect orientation by calling (801) 957-4073. QuickConnect is a 90-minute orientation offered at a variety of times and locations. Those who cannot attend an orientation on campus can complete the NetConnect orientation, an online option. To access the online NetConnect, visit www.slcc.edu/orientation. For any questions, visit the orientation website or call (801) 957-4299.

STEP 5 - MEET WITH AN ACADEMIC ADVISOR

Have your PLACEMENT ASSESSMENT, ACT or SAT scores and complete an orientation prior to meeting with an Academic Advisor to make the most of your advising session. Advisors can assist students to:

  • Interpret placement scores, create an educational plan and set up a class schedule
  • Learn about career and major options as well as transfer information
  • Locate resources available at the College

Jordan Campus HTC 160A ...........................(801) 957-2680
Sandy Center Building B ............................. (801) 957-3717
Taylorsville Redwood Campus SC 240 ..........(801) 957-4978
South City Campus .....................................(801) 957-3361

STEP 6 - REGISTER FOR CLASSES

On-line registration: Log-in to MyPage if needed, select “Get your username and password (New Users)” and follow instructions. For help with MyPage, please see the MyPage Walkthrough.

STEP 7 - GET YOUR OneCard

You must be currently registered (enrolled in classes) and show positive photo ID to obtain a card. OneCard is the official ID card for the college. It can be obtained at the following locations:

  • Jordan Campus, HTC (Courtesy Desk)
  • Taylorsville Redwood Campus, SC (Courtesy Desk)
  • Sandy Center (B108D)
  • South City Campus (Room E148)

Visit www.slcc.edu/onecard for more information

STEP 8 - PURCHASE A PARKING PERMIT

Parking Permits are REQUIRED at many of the SLCC campuses. Parking without a permit is available at parking meters. To obtain a parking permit, bring in your current vehicle registration. For information visit: www.slcc.edu/parking or call (801) 957-4011.

STEP 9 - ARRANGE FOR PAYMENT

Paying your tuition and fees has never been easier. You have the option of paying online through MyPage with a check, savings account transfer or credit card. You may also pay by phone (801-957-4459), by mail or visit one of the five Cashier locations and pay in person. If you would like to divide your tuition into smaller payments, apply for the Student Tuition Installment Loan (STIL). For more information, visit the cashiering website at:  www.slcc.edu/cashiering.

“Learning is a treasure that will follow its owner everywhere.” –Chinese Proverb