Steps to Enroll at Fullerton College
Fullerton College provides a supportive, inclusive environment so students can become successful learners, responsible leaders, and engaged community members.
Follow these ten steps to reach your academic and personal goals.
1Apply for Admission
Start your journey by completing the online application.
2Apply for Financial Aid
Use the FAFSA (or CADAA if applicable) to apply for financial aid.
Learn more at the Financial Aid Office.
3Complete Online Orientation
Orientation helps you get started and is available online—no appointment needed.
4Course Placement / See a Counselor
Complete placement for Math, English, Reading, ESL, or Chemistry before enrolling.
See the Placement Guide and meet with a counselor to build your education plan and clear prerequisites.
5Update Personal Information
Verify your email, mailing address, and phone in myGateway.
6View Your Registration Date
About a month before the term, your registration date appears in myGateway.
Path: myGateway → Tools → Student Tools → Student Services → Registration Appointment Time (Click Registration Notices - Top right corner
7Register for Classes
Register in myGateway at your assigned registration date and time.
8Pay Your Fees
Fees are due when you register.
- Pay by card in myGateway.
- Checks/money orders may be mailed to the Bursar’s Office.
- Print your Schedule/Bill via myGateway as proof of registration/payment.
9Purchase Your Textbooks
Get your books at the Fullerton College Bookstore.
10Attend Class
Choose the format that fits your schedule:
- In-Person — meetings on campus
- Online — fully online, no on-campus meetings
- Zoom — live online meetings via video
- Hybrid — a mix of online and on-campus meetings
Add one more course!
Adding just one more course can help you qualify for additional resources like Buzzy Bucks, increase your exposure to different teaching styles and interests, and finish your degree or certificate faster! Unlock your potential and take that extra step towards success! Find other reasons: https://admissions.fullcoll.edu/add-one-more/