Admissions - FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT POLICY:

Students can enroll THEMSELVES into open classes up until the night before the second class meeting without the instructor’s approval.
Examples:
If a class meets on Monday, Wednesday and Friday: The students can enroll themselves into an open class until TUESDAY night at midnight (because Wednesday would be the 2^nd class meeting).
If the class meets only once a week, the students still have until the NIGHT BEFORE the 2^nd class meeting to enroll themselves.
Faculty can still give approval codes out after the 2^nd class meeting if they would like to add students into their courses. Students use these codes to enroll online through the student self service system.

The exceptions to this are online and hybrid classes. Students taking online and hybrid classes can enroll themselves into open classes until the night before the term/semester begins.

How can I apply for admission to Santa Monica College?

Please refer to the How to Apply to Santa Monica College section of our web site.

Can I download forms from the web?

Please go to www.smc.edu/admissions/forms.htm to access forms online.

Can you send me an application for one of your services?

Applications for various services are available as listed below:

Admissions - Go to http://www.smc.edu/admissions/onlineapp.htm or Call (310)-434-4380
Financial Aid - Call (310)-434-4343
Course Schedule or Catalog - check at http://www.smc.edu/schedules/
Campus Jobs - Call the Job Center at 310-434-4337 or fax to 310-434-4312 Services include hundreds of job listings, both on the Internet's world wide web via JOBTRAK.com and on hard copy in the Job Center.
Campus Housing - SMC currently does not have any on-campus housing facilities. For off-campus housing information call (310)-434-4250 or visit the Associated Student's website at http://www.smc.edu/associated_students/.

Could you please direct me to the the exact address, department or person that I should send my transcripts to?

Academic transcripts should be mailed to the Office of Admissions and Records at Santa Monica College, 1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405-1628. If a specific department at SMC needs a copy to admit you, send them one separately. A general department listing is available online.

Please advise me on who I need to contact to determine if I have any credits available to transfer from your college.

Make an appointment by phone at (310)-434-4210 to see a counselor to evaluate your work.

How can we get grades and school information through email?

Grades/transcripts are now available online. At the end of each term you may obtain your grades online through the Student Self-Service system or by calling 310-434-4333 from a touch-tone phone. You will need your six-digit ID number and your six-digit date of birth to begin. The system will also provide you with your cumulative units attempted, units completed, GPA and your academic standing.

How can I get more information about Santa Monica College online?

General school information is available on the web at the following locations:

Are SMC credits transferable to any four-year US colleges?

You must check the printed version of the SMC catalog for transferability of courses.

Who can I contact for information on a particular major, registering for one class two times in the same semester, or taking a class designed for non-majors in a subject in which I major?

For information on particular majors you can contact the departments. For information on enrollment and repeatability of classes you may contact the Counseling Office by phone at (310)-434-4210.

How do I find out if a particular subject will be offered in the semester I intend to enroll?

Refer to the class schedule on the SMC website.

Is TOEFL required for students who are non-native speakers of English prior to enrollment in college?

Only international students with F-1 visas need to take the TOEFL.

Do you have English classes for beginners?

We currently offer ESL classes through the Community Services and Extension. You may also call them at (310)-434-3400.

Do you have any articulation agreements with other colleges or universities?

Refer to transfer agreements listed under student information.

Do you have summer class offerings for high school students?

We do not offer any programs specifically for high school students. However, we do offer high school students an opportunity to attend regular SMC classes. Students interested in the program need to file a consent form signed by their parent and high school principal or counselor each semester they wish to attend.

What day-care services does SMC provide?

Call the Children's Center at 310-434-4395.

What are the Admission's Office hours?

Current hours are: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 7:30 pm; and Friday 8:30 am to 1:30 pm. You can apply and enroll yourself online 24 hours a day via the Student Self-service System on the SMC website at www.smc.edu.

How do I get information on the refund policy for taking a class, and the last day to drop a class?

Please refer to the Dates and Deadlines in the Class Schedule.

How can I find directions to the campus?

Please refer to the Campus Map and Directions under the Welcome area of the SMC website.

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