As a new student who has never enrolled in college before and is new to Red Rocks Community College, you will learn a lot about RRCC while you participate in orientation and prepare to enroll in classes.
RRCC has dedicated staff to help you reach all your educational and career goals.
If your plan is to transfer to a four-year institution in Colorado, check out the Bridge to Bachelor’s Degree Program. The Bridge to Bachelor’s Degree program ensures first-time students attending any of CCCS’s 13 colleges are guaranteed admission to a participating four-year college or university upon completion of an Associate Degree.
Get started by following the steps below to enroll. If you have questions along the way, email Admissions@rrcc.edu or call 303-914-6600.
STEP 1: Apply to RRCC
- Get started by completing the free online application. Use the Create Account option on the Welcome page and continue to complete the full application.
STEP 2: Review and Verify Your Information
- To keep your account safe and protect you from identity theft, we’ve added this extra step to our process. We really appreciate you taking the time to verify your information. During this step, we'll also review your account and go over next steps.
- You can complete this process in one of two ways:
- In person at the Lakewood or Arvada campus:
Please bring a government-issued photo ID or your high school ID—this is required to remove the hold from your account. - Over Zoom:
Please have your camera on and a government-issued photo ID or your high school ID ready. It’s also helpful to have your student ID number on hand. Click here to join the Zoom room You can join a Zoom session Monday – Thursday 10am-2pm and 4pm-6pm and Friday 11am – 4pm.
STEP 3: Complete the Required College Overview (Online)
Online: Learn at your own pace by completing the Required College Overview! Follow the steps below for instructions on how to access this online information:
- Log on to The Rock with your S#
- Your temporary password is Student followed by your date of birth: StudentMMDDYYYY
- Click on “Required College Overview” at the bottom of the page
STEP 4: Complete academic testing requirements. Choose the option right for you.
Need help? We are here to support you! Learn how to schedule an appointment with an Admissions Counselor by Watching this Video.
- If you took the SAT or ACT in high school within the last five years, send your high school transcript to Student.Records@rrcc.edu (most high school transcripts include test scores).
- If it’s been over five years, take the Accuplacer Test or a self-assessment.
English self-guided assessment
College Algebra self-guided assessment
Liberal Arts Math self-guided assessment
STEP 5: Meet with Your Pathway Advisor
- Meeting with your Pathway Advisor is recommended prior to registration. An Advisor will help you select courses, identify course prerequisites, obtain program information, evaluate placement results, assist with transfer planning to a four-year college or university, and prepare you for graduation.
- Log into Navigate or call the Advising Front Desk at (303) 914-6275 to schedule an appointment.
- Watch this short video on how to schedule an appointment in Navigate.
- Accessibility Services works with students who have disabilities and learning differences to provide access to courses, programs and activities through accommodations and supports.
STEP 6: Register for classes
- Use Navigate to plan out your entire time at RRCC! Explore academic programs with Major Explorer, find important to-do’s, and drag and drop courses into different semesters to see your exact path to graduation.
- Watch this short video on how to register for classes in Navigate.
- Once registered, visit the bookstore. Click Textbooks at the top of the page to see what books you may need for your specific classes. You can also call the bookstore for more information and price matching at 303-914-6232.
STEP 7: Attend New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation (NSO) is your official introduction to our college community. This essential program is designed to help you transition smoothly into college life, providing you with all the tools, resources, and connections you need to start your academic journey on the right foot. Register for an upcoming New Student Orientation
STEP 8: Activate your student email account in The Rock
- Your student email address will end in @student.cccs.edu.
STEP 9: Paying for College
- To apply for financial aid, fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) EACH YEAR at www.fafsa.gov. Learn more about financial aid.
- Complete the College Opportunity Fund (COF) which saves $40 per credit for students classified as Colorado residents for tuition purposes.
- Apply for Scholarships.
- Check out Payment Plans and Payment Deadlines to avoid late fees.
- Please visit our Paying for College page for more information
STEP 10: Get your RRCC student ID card (if all of your courses are online, you will not be issued a student ID card)
- Student ID Procedure - ID's available at the Student Life Desk.
- Get your student ID from the Student Life offices at both the Lakewood and Arvada Campuses: Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Appointments are encouraged and walk-ins may be accommodated. For evening hours, please make an appointment request through Navigate.
RRCC is an approved member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA).
Go to https://www.nc-sara.org/ for more information. Information for professional licensure can be found here.