Prospective Students ... Step by Step Guide to Enrollment

Prospective Students ... Step-by-Step Guide to Enrollment

Applying for college doesn't have to be a chore. Follow these steps and you'll be on your way to college success in no time.

If you need help at any time, contact our Admissions Office.
Download a .pdf version of this guide.

Step One: Apply

Check important dates on the academic calendar
Academic calendar.

Apply Online

Online application site.
International Students follow a different procedure
Admissions advisors.

Apply for financial aid and scholarships

Financial aid office.
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
FAFSA workshops. (.pdf)
Scholarships

Set up your student e-mail account. In an attempt to save trees, Columbus State sends out most information to students via e-mail

Student e-mail passwords here.
Student e-mail access.

Submit required documents

If required for your program of study and/or to verify you have met a science course prerequisite, have your high school (or State GED Office, if applicable) mail your final official transcript/GED score report to: Columbus State Community College, Records and Registration Office, Madison Hall 201, 550 E. Spring St., P.O. Box 1609, Columbus, OH 43216-1609.
Have all colleges you have attended mail an official transcript to Records and Registration.
When meeting with advisors, bring a copy of your transcript or other documentation of completed courses so they will be able to recommend appropriate courses and next steps.
Non-U.S. Citizens: Submit documentation (copy of both sides of permanent resident card, I-94 Departure/Arrival card, passport stamp, or letter from Immigration Office verifying status) to the Admissions Office in the lower level of Madison Hall.
See International students for more information.

Continue to Step 2