Getting Started

Spring 2014 Registration starts January 14 for new students who have completed steps 1-4

Classes fill up quickly so be sure you're ready!

ALL NEW STUDENTS MUST ATTEND ORIENTATION ON JANUARY 10 OR JANUARY 13!

Step 1: Complete the online Application
Click on the APPLY tab above. Allow two hours to complete the application

Allow 24 - 48 hours after you complete the application to receive your student ID
Step 2: Login to the Student Portal.
Click on the MyCOD tab above.

Follow the instructions to set up your username and password. REMEMBER YOUR PASSWORD!!
Step 3: Complete the Assessment Test
Click on the ASSESMENT tab above to schedule an appointment.

Take the time to prepare; the results of this test will determine your English, Reading, and math placement.
Step 4: Sign up for new student orientation
An event you won't want to miss! Either Friday, January 10 or Monday, January 13 from 8 to 4:30. Lunch provided.

Click on the ORIENTATION tab above to make your reservation.
Step 5: Counselors are available
Call 760-773-2521 to make an appointment

Step 6: Apply for Financial Aid
Click on the FINANCIAL AID tab above to complete the free application.
Step 7: Register
Registration for new students who have completed the application, assessment, and orientation begins January 14 at 9 AM.
Step 8: Pay for your classes
You have three days including the day you registered to pay.

1. Apply

Step 1. Complete Online Application

New Students:

If you are new to College of the Desert please complete the online Admissions Application by clicking on the link above.

If you have attended another college or university College of the Desert prefers to receive all transcripts electronically through the Docufide by Parchment. You can order your other college/university transcripts easily and securely here clicking on this link Order transcripts from my previous college/university

Apply for the correct term.
Your Student ID Number will be sent to the e-mail account you specified on the admission application, usually the same day.

Returning Students:

If you last attended prior to Fall 2012, you must reapply before registering.
If you have changed your name since you last attended, complete your application under the old name on your student records.
Verify that the Student ID Number is the same as when you previously attended.

* Note- Students must submit the admission application well before the term begins and before the Application Deadline found on the term dates page found in the schedule of classes to request a Residency Determination in accordance with state regulations.

2. MyCOD.

Step 2. Login to MyCOD

Click the link below to be redirected to the instruction page for logging into your student portal.

http://collegeofthedesert.edu/pages/mycod.aspx

Once you login in as a first time user you will change your password to something you remember.

*It is very important that you change your password to something you will REMEMBER*

TIP: Be prepared to print out or save to a folder on your PC-the challenge questions for future reference.

3. Assessment

Step 3. Schedule an Assessment Appointment

All non-exempt students must have their skills evaluated prior to a counseling appointment or registration.

General Information

Who Takes the Assessment Test

Sample Questions & Practice

Appointment Information
Assessment Preparation Presentation

4. Orientation

Step 4. Attend Orientation

Orientation for Spring 2014 New Students is Friday, January 10, 2014 or Monday January 13, 2014 from 8 to 4:30.

Orientation provides an interactive session on how to choose a major, assistance with developing a student education plan, and introduction to programs and services available to COD students, an overview of COD policies and expectations, and hands on instruction on how to register for classes.

Orientation also includes a tour of the campus, a behind the scenes look at Admissions and Records and Financial Aid, lunch with your new colleagues, and a chance to preview some of the clubs and activities available to COD students.

Orientation is mandatory for all new students.

Students who attend one of the all day sessions will receive Priority Registration clearance beginning January 14 at 9 AM.

Students who miss the scheduled orientation sessions will not be able to register until January 16 at 3 PM and will be required to participate in orientation before attending a second semester at College of the Desert.

5. Counselor

Step 5. Meet with Counselor

New students will create a student education plan during orientation.

Counselors are available for follow up.

Call 760-773-2521 to schedule an appointment

6. Financial Aid

Step 6: Apply for Financial Aid

All students should apply for federal student assistance by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly referred to as the FAFSA, including students applying for the BOG Enrollment Fee Waiver for California residents.

7. Register

Step 7: Register For Classes

You may register for classes only after steps 1-6 have been completed.

You must have your MyCOD login name and password.

Students who attend one of the all day sessions will receive Priority Registration clearance beginning January 14 at 9 AM.

Students who miss the scheduled orientation sessions will not be able to register until January 16 at 3 PM and will be required to participate in orientation before attending a second semester at College of the Desert.

The class schedule is available online. (Click HERE to view the class schedule for Spring 2014)

Printed schedules may be purchased from the bookstore for $1.99.

8. Pay

Step 8: Pay Fees

All fees are due three (3) days from the day you register.

Payments are made online using WebAdvisor.

A fee schedule is available on the Bursar's website.

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