1. First Step
Apply to NCTC: nctc.edu
2. Second Step
Apply for Financial Aid
Create a FSA (Federal State Aid ID) at fsaid.ed.gov
Apply for Financial aid at fafsa.ed.gov
NCTC school code: 003558
3. Third Step
Bacterial Meningitis Immunization
Required for students less than 22 years of age. For documentation submission requirements and/or a list of exemptions/waivers, visit nctc.edu/registration-guide
4. Fourth Step
Request official documents verifying your previous education. Students are responsible for contacting the school to make the request.
Have documents sent to:
North Central Texas College
Admissions
1525 W. California St.
Gainesville, TX 76240
5. Fifth Step
Testing
The State of Texas requires that all college students prove they are college-ready before registering for classes at a college or university in Texas. One of the ways to establish college-readiness is through placement testing otherwise known as the TSI Assessment. Contact an NCTC Admissions Office to inquire about your TSI status, or contact a NCTC Counseling and Testing Office to review test dates and locations.
6. Sixth Step
Advising
All new students who have never attended college are asked to meet with an Academic Advisor to discuss a degree plan, test results, course selection, and any other questions about college. North Central Texas College students who have attended college elsewhere are encouraged to meet with an Academic Advisor, but it is not required.
7. Seventh Step
Attend New Student Orientation
All first time college students are required to participate in orientation. College 101 is available in-person or online. The College 101 videos and quiz are accessible at nctc.edu/college101-orientation. College 101 must be completed prior to placement testing.
8. Eighth Step
Register for Classes
Register for your classes online at my.nctc.edu or in person.
9. Ninth Step
Pay for Classes
Pay for your classes online at my.nctc.edu with a credit/debit card or e-check or in person at the business office. Installment payment plans are also available for fall and spring terms. Call 940-668-4200 for more information on paying for classes.
For more information call 940-668-7731.