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What Type of Student Are You?

Choose from the following to learn how to apply and start taking classes at any of the Los Rios colleges!

First-Time College Student

Is it your first time taking college classes? Begin your educational journey at Los Rios.

Undocumented Student

We welcome undocumented students who live in the US regardless of DACA status.

Returning Student

If it's been more than one semester since you've taken a class at Los Rios, then you need to re-apply.

Transfer Student

If you've attended college outside of Los Rios, then you're a transfer student.

ESL Student

Are you learning English? Find specific instructions to help you in the application process.

High School or Adult School Student

Take up to 11 units at Los Rios each semester while you are in high school or adult school.

International Student

Learn how to apply as an international student on an F-1 visa.

Veteran, Reservist, or Dependent

Learn how to apply if you are a veteran, reservist, or dependent of a veteran.

One- or Two-Term Student

Follow these steps if you are only interested in taking a few classes at Los Rios Community College District.

Already Taking Classes at Los Rios?

Current Student Enrollment Steps

You are considered a continuing (or current) student if you were enrolled in classes at a Los Rios college during the most recent semester.

Steps for Current Students

Find a Pathway

Each of the Los Rios colleges offers pathways that group of similar areas of study to help you narrow down your interests and decide on a major.

HomeBases at ARC

HomeBase Pathway Communities are dedicated spaces where students pursuing related programs have personalized access to a team of counselors, peer mentors, coaches, and faculty liaisons. Explore American River College's HomeBases to learn about your options.

HomeBases at ARC

Meta-Majors at FLC

Meta-majors are groupings of similar areas of study designed to help you narrow down your interests and decide on a major. Exploring meta-majors will help you pick the right classes and complete your educational goals on time.

Meta-Majors at FLC

CAC at CRC

Careers and Academic Communities are a collection of degree or certificate programs that lead to related occupations, courses, or have similar learning objectives. CAC are designed to help you find a program of study that aligns with your educational and career goals.

CAC at CRC

Meta Majors at SCC

Meta Majors are groups of degrees and certificates that are similar. Exploring Meta Majors will help you have less uncertainty about requirements, do an intentional exploration of careers within a general field, and receive wrap-around delivery of services such as counseling and tutoring.

Meta Majors at SCC

PathwayU Career Exploration

Choosing a career path and program of study in higher education can be difficult. PathwayU can help!

PathwayU is a free tool for current and prospective Los Rios students to explore where their interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences intersect with career fields and programs of study available at Los Rios Community College District.

Start by completing the simple PathwayU assessments and see where the results take you! If you have a student ID and password, then you can log in to PathwayU and get started today.

Get Started with PathwayU

If you do not have a student ID or password, then we encourage you to apply to Los Rios Community College District today. To access PathwayU as a prospective student, create a PathwayU account using your personal email account.

In addition to the PathwayU assessment, you will have access to:

Informative descriptions of careers, including average salaries and the knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to a job
Tools to help complete essential tasks, such as writing a resume and cover letter, finding networking opportunities, and preparing for job interviews
A step-by-step journey designed to support student success at Los Rios