Enrollment Checklist

• Check Corsair Connect for your enrollment date and time (use the drop down between the two fingers to change the term). Set a reminder on your phone!

• Appointments assigned based on our Enrollmen​t Priority Policy.

• Mark important Dates and Deadlines.

You will not be able to enroll until holds are cleared. If you have a hold, a message will appear when you log in to Corsair Connect. Read the instructions carefully on how to remove the hold.

On your own

• Thousands of students enroll each term, so being ready early is important.
• Review the schedule of classes ahead of time and have the section numbers for your classes handy.
• Use Schedule Planner in Corsair Connect to prepare your perfect schedule.
• Have some backup classes--just in case.

See a Counselor

• Log in to Corsair Connect to setup an appointment
  
  • Find the section on the left called “SMC Quick Links”
  • Click “Book a Counseling Appointment”
  • You can choose a day, time, and even a specific counselor. Counselors can also assist with MyEdPlan, review your placement, or clear a prerequisite for math, English, or ESL.
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  • Every counselor will tell you, use MyEdPlan. This award-winning education planner allows you to set goals and see your progress. You can also send your education plan for review by a counselor. Use the My EdPlan link to log in, see upcoming workshops, and learn more about this amazing tool.

Enroll Online

• Enroll online using Corsair Connect on or after your enrollment date. Use the Corsair Connect Guide if you need help enrolling.
• Add yourself to the Open Seat Notification List or Wait List for any classes that are full. Wait Lists open 2 weeks before the semester starts. After joining, availability notifications are sent via email.
• Purchase your textbooks online at the SMC Bookstore.

 

Pay your fees on time!

Did you know students can get dropped from classes for non-payment of fees? TRUE!

Important Reminders

• Use the Corsair Connect Guide if you have questions about adding classes or paying fees.

• Pay your fees Online in Corsair Connect to avoid being dropped for non-payment, or if you prefer to pay in person, visit the Cashier's Office. The Cashier's Office is also where you get your student ID!

• Check your Financial Aid if you want to know the status of your award, or find out when to expect your disbursement. Follow these steps:

  1. Log in to Corsair Connect

  2. Find the section on the left called “SMC Quick Links”

  3. Click “Financial Aid”

• If you haven't done so already, apply for Financial Aid. This process can take time, so to get your money as early as possible you should apply as early as possible.

• For any general questions please visit our brand-new Student Services Center. Most of our services are now in one easy location; look for our Welcome desk on the ground floor to get started!

• Attending SMC right out of a California high school? Visit Admissions & Records to see if you qualify for 2 years of free enrollment with the Santa Monica College Promise!