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Onboarding and Enrollment

This section guides you through important enrollment topics so you are prepared to select the classes that are right for you.

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Onboarding Meeting

Following the completion of this orientation, schedule an onboarding meeting with a Success Coach. In that meeting, they will ask you about your goals, guide you through the enrollment process, and help you get first-semester ready.

Course Delivery Methods

At JCCC, you’ll find a variety of ways to take classes—like fully online, online with some in-person exams, hybrid (part online, part in class), fully on-campus, or even HyFlex (offering both in-person and online options simultaneously).


As you decide what works best for you, think about how you learn most effectively: Do you thrive with face-to-face interaction, or do you prefer the flexibility of online learning?


Keep in mind that not every delivery method is available for every course, so check your course options carefully when planning your schedule.

Prerequisites and Corequisites

As you map your academic journey from semester 1 to graduation, understanding the terms prerequisite and corequisite will help ensure you are taking classes in the proper order. 

A prerequisite is a course you must complete before you can enroll in another course. For example, you might need to pass an introductory math class before taking a higher-level math course. A corequisite is a course you take at the same time as another class because the two are designed to complement each other. For example, General Chemistry 1 Lecture must be taken with General Chemistry 1 Lab.

Academic Calendar

It’s important to check the academic calendar for key dates, such as when enrollment opens, payment deadlines, holiday closures, and other important milestones. Staying aware of these dates helps you plan ahead and avoid last-minute surprises. You can find the calendar on the college website—make it a habit of reviewing it each semester!

Academic Calendar
Accessing MyJCCC

Accessing MyJCCC

MyJCCC is your main hub for tasks such as registering for classes, paying tuition, checking your student email, and more.


To log in, go to www.jccc.edu, click LOGIN in the upper right corner, select MyJCCC from the menu, and login using the username and temporary password JCCC created for you.


Be sure to change your temporary password. You can find instructions for changing your password by clicking on the Username and Password Help button.

Username and Password Help

Registering for Classes

This video provides an overview of the registration platform where you can look up classes and enroll.


Once you finish this orientation and complete any required placement steps, we can guide you through selecting the right classes.


Building a Strong Foundation

Beginning Fall 2026, Exploratory students will take either COLL 101 or COLL 103 to build essential academic and personal success skills during their first semester. These courses help new students transition to college confidently by strengthening college readiness, connecting them with campus resources, and supporting informed goal‑setting and planning. 

Not an Exploratory student? Everyone is welcome to enroll in these foundational courses. Speak with a Success Coach in your Onboarding Meeting for more information.

  • COLL 101 – Navigating College (1 credit): 
    • A focused course designed to help students successfully transition to college. Students learn essential academic and personal success skills, connect with campus resources, and develop a foundation for informed decision-making and goal setting.
  • COLL 103 – Exploring Academic and Personal Success (3 credits):
    • A comprehensive course designed to support student success through the exploration of academic and life skills essential for college achievement. Students develop goal-setting strategies, academic mindset, time management, academic communication, financial literacy, self-care practices, and an understanding of diverse perspectives. Students engage with campus tools and support services to strengthen college readiness and create a personalized academic plan aligned with their goals.


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Finding Course Textbooks List

Once enrolled, your list of textbooks needed for your courses will be available for viewing approximately 6 weeks before the semester starts.


To see your textbooks list, log in to MyJCCC, look for the "My Class Schedule" card, then click on the book icon in the top right corner of your class schedule.


Materials marked required are needed for coursework.

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JCCC Bookstore

Located on the 1st floor of the Student Center, the JCCC Bookstore is your one stop shop for textbooks, school supplies, and JCCC gear.

Textbook Options

The bookstore offers several options, including:

  • Purchase: New and used textbooks are available to own.
    • Some purchased textbooks can also be sold back to the JCCC Bookstore at the end of the semester to recoup a portion of the costs during the buyback window.
  • Rental: Rentals are generally less expensive than purchasing but must be returned at the end of each semester.
  • DayOne Access: Some classes use DayOne Access. This is a low-cost digital textbook that you will have access to beginning on the first day of class. Visit the DayOne Access webpage for more information.
  • Third Party: Students may also use the ISBN number to search for and purchase books from third party sellers. If you go this route, be sure you purchase the correct textbook edition to ensure the content aligns with what is being covered in the class.

JCCC Bookstore

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