​​​Here are the steps to getting started:

• Complete your FREE applic ation online 
• No essays
  
• No application fee
• 10-15 minutes to complete
• For students transferring, submit all previous college tr​anscripts.
• In order for students to receive credit for prior coursework, we need official transcripts on file.
  

• Submit your official high school transcripts to determine if placement assessment is needed.  Students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher may be exempt from placement testing. 
• Take  the ACCUPLACER assessment to identify which courses you should take.  ACT/SAT scores or college credit may waive this requirement.
  
• We encourage students to prepare for the ACCUPLACER assessment. Visit www.cotc.edu/accuplacer to access resources to ensure you put your best foot forward when taking the ACCUPLACER assessment.
  
• Attend an orientation and register for your classes! 
  
• During orientation, you will learn about the resources your campus offers you to be successful and register for your COTC classes.
  
• See upcoming orientations dates here

Have questions? Please contact us at one of our four campus locations (see interactive map below) or email us at: cotcgateway@cotc.edu

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