Steps to Become a CCSF Student

New Noncredit Students

CCSF Noncredit Admission Application

There are three ways you can apply as a Noncredit student. Choose one of these options:

Option 1: Create an account with CCCApply, verify your identity using ID.me, and complete an online application. (See the Application Guide for instructions on how to fill out the application)
Online Noncredit Application

Option 2: Fill out an application form (pdf) and email it with a photo ID to nc_admit@ccsf.edu
Noncredit Application Form (English / Spanish / Chinese)

Option 3: Visit an admissions office at one of our centers for in-person assistance

After receiving your student ID# starting with an S, @, W, or WA, please use our self-guided placement tool to find your noncredit ESL level.

For more information, please visit the Assessment Center web page.

How to Register

Use the Student Guides page to learn how to access your student accounts and register for classes.

Need Help? Email nc_admit@ccsf.edu if you have any problems or questions about registering!

Instruction dates and locations for each class are listed with your schedule information in your myRAM Portal. 

For help attending online classes, see the Student Guides page.

Student Services
City College offers many academic, financial, health, and support services. Use the link below to see what is available.

CCSF Student Services

Sparkpoint Center

The SparkPoint center helps improve access and navigation to student essential resources. SparkPoint works with students and families to meet basic needs including; food and housing, employment and education resources, and financial planning.

SparkPoint Center

Counseling
Schedule a counseling appointment or drop-in session with Counseling Services.

Academic Counseling Services

Multicultural Retention Services

Financial Aid
Noncredit students enrolled in qualifying certificate programs are eligible for financial aid. Please contact the financial aid office for eligibility.

Financial Aid Office Website