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Frequently Asked Questions
Admissions
  • I would like to attend Victor Valley College; how do I get started?
  • Complete the CCCApply Application https://www.opencccapply.net/gateway/apply?cccMisCode=991 and review the link below for additional information.
  • Apply- https://www.vvc.edu/apply
  • I am graduating from high school in June, and I would like to enroll in VVC for the Fall. Where do I begin?
  •  Apply- https://www.vvc.edu/apply
  • If you are graduating from high school and attended VVC as a Dual Enrollment student, you will need to reapply as a "First Time Student in College".
  • When do classes begin?
  • https://www.vvc.edu/register

  • What do I do if I apply and it says I already have an account?

  • Every community college in California uses the same application website. If you have applied anywhere in California, you already have an account, even if you never attended.
  • You can retrieve your username/password by using your email or security questions. *Remember this information will be from when you first applied, not presently*
  • If that does not work, then you will need to contact OpenCCC at (877) 247-4836, and they can reset your information. If they can verify you over the phone, then you can apply the same day; if not, then it can be 1-2 days before you are able to apply.
  • Where can I find my class schedule?
  • Your class schedule is located inside your Self-Service Saas portal.

  • How do I get my student ID card?

  • Stop by the ASB office, located inside the Student Activities Building (#44)
  • You will need to have your registration statement with you that shows that you have a zero balance and a form of ID (i.e., driver’s license)

*If you are enrolled in a payment plan, you will need to contact the Cashier office at cashiers.office@vvc.edu to get a special registration statement that shows you have a payment plan.

  • I have credit for courses I took at another college/university. Will those credits transfer to VVC?
  • Please submit your transcripts to Admissions for an evaluation and make an appointment with a Counselor or the Transfer Center.

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VVC Student Email Account
  • I haven't received any email in my VVC student Gmail account since October 2024. What can I do to fix this?
  • VVC no longer uses Gmail and has moved to Microsoft 365. Click on the link below for steps to set up your new email account.
    https://www.vvc.edu/vvc-student-email-account

 

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Fees & Financial Aid
  • How much will my classes cost?
  • Fees & Refunds
  • How do I know if I am eligible for in-state tuition?
  • Establishing California Residency

  • How do I apply and or check the status of my financial aid?

  • Follow the steps below to apply, and or follow the instructions on step #6 to check the status of your financial aid.

 

FA

 

  • How can I receive help with completing mt FAFSA or Dream Act application?
  • The Office of Financial Aid hosts FAFSA/Dream Act workshops where they help students complete their financial aid applications. Click on the link below to see the schedule and to sign up!

https://www.vvc.edu/how-apply-complete-fafsadream-act-application/fafsadream-act-workshops-available-now

  • Do I have to be a full-time student in order to receive my disbursement?
  • Not all students who are eligible for financial aid have to be full-time to receive a disbursement. Click the link below to see some of the requirements students must meet to receive any grants that they may be eligible for.

https://www.vvc.edu/financial-aid-disbursements

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Counseling
  • Do I have to be a VVC student in order to see a counselor?
  •  Yes, you must be a current/active student in order to meet with a counselor. Click the link below to make an appointment.

https://sars.vvc.edu/eSARS/GeneralCounseling/eSARS.asp?WCI=Init&WCE=Settings

         *If you are an active/current student, schedule an appointment to meet with a Counselor.*

  • I have credit for courses I took at another institution. Will those credits transfer to VVC? 
  • Please submit your official transcripts to Admissions for an evaluation and make an appointment with a Counselor or the Transfer Center.

https://www.vvc.edu/vvc-counseling

https://www.vvc.edu/transfer-center

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MyVVC
  • What do I do if I cannot access the MyVVC portal or if my password is not working?
  • Contact Connect2Success (760) 245-4271
  • What is Canvas, and how do I use it?

  • https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Student-Guide/tkb-p/student

  • What do I do if I cannot access CANVAS?
  • Contact our Course Management System Administrator Michele Laveaux directly at 760-245-4241 extension 2784 or via email michele.laveaux@vvc.edu