Getting Started

STEP 1
Apply to Moorpark College 
Admission, student portal, financial aid, and VA benefits

Begin your enrollment at Moorpark College.
1. Apply for admission to Moorpark College 
2. Activate your MyVCCCD student portal after receiving your acceptance email.
3. Apply for financial aid through FAFSA  or the California Dream Act , as applicable.
4. If you plan to use GI Bill® benefits, apply for VA educational benefits.

Active-duty students using Tuition Assistance should contact their military education office.

STEP 2
Complete your college orientation and applicable placement activities.
Online orientation and English/Math guided self-placement.

1. Complete the Moorpark College Online Orientation .
2. Log in to your MyVCCCD student portal.
3. Under Registration & Payments, select Guided Self-Placement – MC English and/or MC Math.
4. Complete the placement activities that apply to you.

View the English and Math Self-Placement Guides 

STEP 3
Complete VRC Intake Forms and Submit Transcripts
Veteran Student Intake Form, military and college transcripts

Connect with the Veterans Resource Center and submit your academic records.

1. Complete the Veteran Student Intake Form and VRC Student Responsibility Form.
2. Submit official military transcripts, such as your Joint Services Transcript (JST)  or applicable Air Force transcript, along with prior college transcripts.
3. Complete the Transcript Evaluation Request Form  if applicable.

STEP 4
Meet with a VRC Counselor and Register
Educational Planning and class registration

Develop your educational plan and select your classes.

1. Contact the VRC at 805-553-4106 or visit the Student Services Annex Building (SSA -108) to schedule an appointment with a VRC Counselor.
2. Meet with your counselor to develop a comprehensive educational plan.
3. Register for the courses identified in your educational plan.

Registration Planner (Step-by-Step)

Contact your VRC Counselor if you need to make changes to your class schedule.

STEP 5
Request Certification of Your VA Benefits
MC GI Authorization Form

Request certification of your VA educational benefits.

Once you have completed your Veteran Student Intake Form, developed an educational plan with a VRC Counselor, and registered for all your classes, submit the MC GI Authorization Form.

Submit the MC GI Authorization Form 

STEP 6
Stay on Track Each Semester
Continuing students, schedule changes, and benefit verification

Understanding your educational benefits and responsibilities is an important part of your success at Moorpark College.

The Veterans Resource Center provides information to help you navigate your VA educational benefits, complete required enrollment and certification steps, and understand your responsibilities as a student.

Review the Student Quick Reference Guide for information about available educational benefits, enrollment requirements, academic progress, schedule changes, and where to find assistance.

After completing your VRC orientation and reviewing the guide, please submit the VRC Student Orientation & Responsibilities Acknowledgment Form. This brief electronic form confirms that you have received the information, understand your responsibilities, and know how to contact the VRC for assistance.

Complete VRC Orientation Acknowledgment Form

Students are able to self-schedule counseling appointments online and in-person with the VRC to develop Student Education Plans, Career Exploration, Petition to Graduate, and MORE! Email or call the VRC for appointment availability. 

(805) 553-4106
mcvetdesk01@vcccd.edu 

Tutoring and Learning Center (TLC) at Moorpark College provides free tutoring, workshops, guided learning activities (GLAs), and testing services for all students in a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere both in-person (Library) and online.

ACCESS is dedicated to providing quality services to meet the needs of MC students with disabilities. Only those students who identify themselves to the college and present appropriate documentation of a disability are eligible for accommodations. Students with disabilities should contact the ACCESS office as soon as possible.

Services may include:

• Alternate Media (E-text version of textbooks, Braille, enlarged text)
• Adaptive Furniture (Adjustable height desks)
• Assistive Equipment (Assistive listening devices, recorders)
• Registration Assistance (Priority registration, course load adjustments)
• Sign Language Interpreters (American Sign Language interpreters)
• Specialized Academic and Disability Counseling
• Test Taking Accommodations (Extra time on tests, reading software)

Are you a Math, Engineering or Science Major?
The MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) Program is a support community that provides tailored academic assistance and mentorship to students interested in science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) majors. Through targeted services, MESA at Moorpark College aims to increase the number of students succeeding in STEM fields and transferring to four-year universities.

MESA Scholars enjoy several free benefits, including:

• Tutoring services tailored to their courses

• Counseling services with an assigned STEM-focused academic counselor

• Priority registration to secure classes needed to transfer in a timely manner

• Academic enrichment workshops that support success in coursework

• Facilitated study groups in a dedicated space, specifically for MESA Scholars

• Transfer application assistance, including support with the transfer application statements/essays

• Career workshops and career advising, including assistance with resume writing

• Support applying for scholarships that are offered through the Moorpark College Scholarship Office or from external organizations

• Internship and job shadow opportunities, as well as other connections to local industry partners

• Free field trips to tour universities with strong STEM Programs to support transfer success

• Connections to student and professional organizations, which in turn can lead to professional development or conference opportunities 

The Moorpark College Career Center offers an array of jobs on campus that will likely fit your schedule. Working on campus is a convenient way to earn additional money while earning your degree.

Requirements for an on-campus position 

• Students must be currently enrolled as a full-time student (12+ semester units) at Moorpark College in order to apply
• You may be eligible for student employment when enrolled in less than 12 units if you participate in a Federal Work Study, CalWorks, or a Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSP&S) program
• For international students interested in student worker positions, please see the International Students Work on Campus FAQ