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New Students

Your Journey Starts Here

For almost 30 years, we have been helping students just like you get the education that they need. We work closely with College of the Redwoods to provide quality educational programs to community members, and provide resources for those students to succeed.

Ready to Change Your Life?

Getting started with college can seem daunting, but we’re here to help.

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  1. Apply to College of the Redwoods
    Fill out the application at the College of the Redwoods site.
  2. Apply for Financial Aid
    Complete the steps appropriate for you at the Federal Student Aid website.
  3. Fill out our Technical Intake Application
  4. Set an appointment with an advisor
    Contact an advisor to register for classes, set up a Student Education Plan, and complete your new student orientation.

We hope to make this process as easy for you as possible. If you need help at any point along the way, contact us and we’ll be happy to help.

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