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How to transition to Community College

At the Salinas Adult School College and Career Center:

At the Salinas Adult School College and Career Center:

  1. Take a career assessment to help you choose a career
  2. Research career training options
At The Community College: 

At The Community College: 

  1. Apply for admission
    2. Apply for financial aid with the help of a financial aid advisor
    3. Take an assessment for class placements in Math, English or ESL
    4. Complete an online or in person orientation
    5. See a community college counselor to create a Class Schedule
    6. Register for classes
Resources: 

Resources: 

  1. Hartnell College: 831-755-6810 hartnell.edu
    2. Monterey Peninsula College: 831-646- 4002 mpc.edu
    3. Federal Student Financial Aid: fafsa.gov
    4. Scholarships:
    1. fastweb.com
    2. thedream.us/scholarships