Welcome to the Houston Community College On-line Admissions Application. It is very important that you read this page thoroughly before beginning the application process. You should also read the Admissions Policies* and Residency Information (Effective Fall 2006) prior to completing your application. This explains the Admissions Policies, Basic Procedures for Admissions, Assessment/Texas Success Initiative, and Residency Documentation.
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This web admissions application can be used instead of the Houston Community College paper application, but YOU MUST GO TO CAMPUS TO COMPLETE THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS IN PERSON.  Distance Education (DE) students are encouraged to contact the Distance Education Counselor for assistance with the admissions process. Remember to read the HCC Admissions Policies before coming to the campus so that you will have the required documents with you. Making changes to your application, once submitted, requires documentation and must be done at an Admission Center.

Who should complete this web application?
  • New Applicant
  • Distance Learning Only Students
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  • Students currently residing outside the U.S. and seeking a student Visa (These students should go to the HCCS International Student site)
  • Who should NOT complete the web application?
     
  • Returning Students
  • Continuing Education (CEU) or non credit (NCR) applicants. (Access the CEU/NCR applicant site to complete admission.
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  • Previous or current HCC employees or faculty (You must go to a campus in person to have your records updated) .
  • Applicants who have completed the Common Application for 2 year Institutions.
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