No matter where you are on your "Path to Success," start here to reach your goal. GTCC is open to serve students both remotely and in person.
Path To Success – New and Reapplying GTCC Students
1 Complete your NC Residency Determination.
- Please visit www.ncresidency.org to complete the residency application process. When you finish the residency determination form, be sure to write down your assigned Residency Certification Number (RCN). You will need to enter your RCN on the GTCC admission application in step 2.
2 Complete GTCC's application for admission.
- After obtaining your RCN in step 1, please complete the GTCC Application for Admission.
- After you submit your application, monitor your status by visiting GTCC's Application Status website.
- Need help choosing a career path or program? Complete the Career Coach Interest Inventory and/or meet with our Career Services team.
3 Apply for Financial Aid.
- We recommend that all students apply for financial aid, which includes scholarships, Pell grants, and other grants. Visit the GTCC Financial Aid website to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or get more information.
4 Submit official transcripts.
- Submit all official high school, college, Advanced Placement (AP), and military transcripts to the GTCC Admissions Office.
- Please also see the High School to Community College Articulation Agreement Articulated Course List 2023 (current) for the course matches that are part of the statewide articulation agreement.
5. Satisfy placement test requirements.
- If you’re not sure if you need a placement test or not, please review the waiver requirements.
- If you're still unsure, contact the Admissions Office.
- Review materials for both English and math can be found on our placement testing page.
6 Activate student account.
- About 48 hours after completing your application in step 2, you will be able to activate your GTCC Titan Account. Please check your personal email to obtain your GTCC email address or contact admissions@gtcc.edu.
7 Complete Orientation.
- Once you have activated your Student Account (Titan Account) in Step 6, complete the online orientation. This is a short welcome and introduction to GTCC.
8 Sign up for First Advising.
You will learn how to register for classes, get information about resources that are available at GTCC, and work with a Student Success Coach to develop your college plan.
For advising, you can either walk in and wait or use QLess to hold your place in line. Appointments are usually 30-45 minutes.
Choose one of these options:
- Sign up for Group Virtual First Advising at https://visit.gtcc.edu/event/gtcc.events.668718.
- Walk in on a first-come, first-served basis at one of these campuses:
- Jamestown Campus
Medlin Campus Center, Room 3100
601 E. Main St., Jamestown - Greensboro Campus:
CEC, Room 132
3505 E. Wendover Ave., Greensboro - High Point Campus:
H1, Room 122
901 S. Main St., High Point
Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday
Note: Please arrive 30 to 45 minutes before closing.
- Jamestown Campus
- Make an appointment with student services to hold your place in line until someone can see you.
9 Register for classes.
- Once you have been advised, you can plan your schedule and register for available classes in Self-Service. Visit our How to Register for Classes page for more information.
- If you are interested in registering for an online class, you will need to complete the Online Success Seminar.
10 Pay for classes.
- Tuition and fees must be paid by the payment due date listed on the Cashier's Office page. You can pay online through GTCC Self-Service or at the Cashier’s Office.
Path To Success – Visiting Student
1 Complete NC Residency Determination.
- Please visit www.ncresidency.org to complete the residency application process. When you finish the residency determination form, be sure to write down your assigned Residency Certification Number (RCN). You will need to enter your RCN on the GTCC admission application in step 2.
2 Complete GTCC's application for admission.
- After obtaining your RCN in step 1, please complete the GTCC Application for Admission.
- After you submit your application, monitor your status by visiting GTCC's Application Status website.
3 Show prerequisites.
- Visiting Students must show proof of prerequisites to register for a class. Examples may include:
- Unofficial or official college transcripts showing a grade of C or better in prerequisite courses
- SAT or ACT scores that meet the prerequisite
- High school transcript with appropriate unweighted GPA
- Complete placement test
- Please email admissions@gtcc.edu to determine what type of proof you will need for specific courses.
- Students will be required to present proof of the prerequisite to an admissions advisor.
4 Activate student account.
- About 48 hours after completing your application in step 2, you will be able to activate your GTCC Titan Account. Please check your personal email to obtain your GTCC email address or contact records@gtcc.edu.
5 Register for classes.
- You can plan your schedule and register for available classes in Self-Service. Visit our How to Register for Classes page for more information.
- If you are interested in registering for an online class, you will need to complete the Online Success Seminar.
6 Pay for classes.
- Tuition and fees must be paid by the payment due date listed on the Cashier's Office page. You can pay online through GTCC Self-Service or at the Cashier’s Office.