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PVC Pirates Pathways: New Students!

Ready to start your pathway at PVC?

Welcome new students!!  Just complete these few simple steps and you're ready to go!  Remember that if you need help navigating any of the steps through the process, please call 760-921-5500 to make an appointment with a counselor or for help with Financial Aid, please call 760-921-5553. 

  1. Apply through CCC Apply.   CCC Apply is the way potential students across CA apply to a community college! 
  2. Take the orientation online and bring it with you when you meet with a counselor (Step 3).   
  3. Meet with a counselor (virtual or in-person).  Please call for an appointment, 760-921-5500. 
  4. Apply for Financial Aid.   Please call 760-921-5553 to speak with a representative in the financial aid department if you need help filling out the online form. 
  5. Register for classes.   (Videos and printable guides are located below).