Apply: Complete your online application to Fullerton College. The application is free.

Financial Aid: Apply for financial aid through FAFSA or California Dream Act if applicable. Visit the Financial Aid Office for current deadlines and eligibility requirements.

Assessment: Complete any required placement tests or assessments for English, Math, or ESL.

Orientation: Complete the student online orientation to get familiar with campus resources. Visit Online Orientation for video instructions.

Complete the DSS online application. You will be asked to provide disability documentation that includes your full name and date of birth. Accepted documents include:

• IEP (include all pages)
• 504 Plan (include all pages)
• Disability Verification Form completed by a licensed medical professional
• Any other official documentation verifying a disability

Schedule an appointment with a counselor to create an educational plan and choose the right classes for your goals. DSS students also have access to specialized DSS counselors who can help coordinate your accommodations alongside your academic plan.

Use the class schedule to explore available courses, meeting times, and semester dates before your appointment.

Register Early: Classes fill quickly. Registration dates are assigned about a month before the term begins. DSS students approved for early registration will receive an earlier time ticket — confirm yours in myGateway.

To view your registration date:

1. Log in to myGateway.
2. Click Tools in the top menu.
3. Select Student Tools → Student Services.
4. Click Registration Appointment Time (or select Registration Notices in the top-right corner).
5. In your Student Profile, choose the correct term from the dropdown menu on the left.
6. Click the Registration Notices icon in the top-right corner to view your Time Tickets.

Your registration date and time will appear under Time Tickets. The From date/time shows when your window opens.

Visit the How to Register page for step-by-step instructions on adding classes through myGateway.

Pay your fees immediately upon registering to avoid class cancellations. A list of fees is available online.

Online: Pay with Visa or MasterCard through myGateway.

In Person at Admissions & Records: Pay with checks, money orders, Visa, or MasterCard.

Cash: Cash payments are accepted at the Bursar's Office, located across the lobby from the Admissions & Records Office.

Payment Plans: Fullerton College offers payment plans for students who need to spread out costs. Visit the Payment Plans page for details.

Important: If you decide not to attend a class you've registered for, it is your responsibility to officially drop before the published deadline. Students who drop after the refund deadline without having paid fees will incur a financial obligation and an administrative hold on their record.

Student ID: Obtain your student ID card, which you'll need for various campus services.

Parking Permit: Purchase a parking permit if you plan to drive to campus. Accessible parking spaces are available — contact Campus Safety for locations.

Textbooks: Buy or rent textbooks early from the campus bookstore or online. If you require alternate media formats (e-text, audiobooks, braille), contact DSS as early as possible — alternate media requests can take time to process.

Supplies: Gather necessary school supplies such as notebooks, pens, and a backpack.

Campus Map: Get a campus map and locate your classes and the DSS office before the semester starts.

Tutoring Center: Academic support and tutoring services are available at academicsupport.fullcoll.edu/tutoring-center.

Library: Familiarize yourself with the library and its resources at library.fullcoll.edu.

Health Services: Health services and counseling are available to all students at health.fullcoll.edu.

Check Email: Regularly check your student email for important updates from Admissions, DSS, and your instructors. Email address changes are made in myGateway — after logging in, click Update Information within the My Information widget. If you don't have myGateway access, complete the student information change form to update your email on file.

Canvas: Get comfortable with the Canvas learning management system. Many accessibility tools and accommodations are also available within Canvas.

Transportation: Plan how you will get to campus — by car, public transportation, biking, or walking.

Free OC Bus Access: With the mandatory transportation fee, you have unlimited access to OC Bus during fall and spring semesters. Visit the Fullerton College Pass Program for details. Bus passes are automatically uploaded to your OC Bus App account on the first day of the semester.

Parking: Know where to park and give yourself extra time on the first few days.

Clubs and Organizations: Explore clubs, student organizations, and extracurricular activities to get involved and meet new people.

Events: Attend campus events and workshops to enhance your college experience.

Calendar: Keep a calendar or planner to track important dates, deadlines, and DSS accommodation renewal dates.

Syllabus: Review the syllabus for each course and note key assignments and exams. Share accommodation letters with instructors early in the term.

Technology: Ensure you have a reliable computer and internet access.

Distance Education: Find Canvas FAQs, netiquette tips, laptop lending program, and more at online.fullcoll.edu.