Need help? Use these helpful tips and PDF resources to guide you in completing your CCCApply application.
Account Creation
Enter your email address or mobile number to begin creating your California Community Colleges student account. You will receive a code via email to verify your identity and keep your account secure.
Account Recovery
Students who have created a CCCApply account must login using the account they created; they should not create a new account.
Students who forgot their username/password can use the "Recover Account" button.
Assistance
Students who need additional assistance can contact CCCHelp directly:
Phone: (877) 247-4836
Email: support@openccc.net
TTY: (877) 836-9332
- CCCApply Checklist: Before starting the application review this checklist to make sure you have all of the information you need handy!
- First Time College Students CCCApply Help Guide: This is a visual help guide for first time college students to use as a reference when applying.
- Dual Enrollment/Advanced Education Students CCCApply Help Guide: This is a visual help guide for Dual Enrollment/Advanced Education students to use as a reference when applying.
- Students who select “undecided” as their major/goal will not be eligible for financial aid. We encourage students to select what they are most interested in majoring in/pursuing as of right now. See CCCApply Instructions for Updating Your Major (PDF).
- On the “Education” screen, be sure to enter accurate information. We recommend referring to your High school transcript to ensure that the information you input is true and accurate.