Beginning October 1, 2026, adult applicants (age 18 and older) will be required to verify their identity before their application can be delivered to the college. This systemwide requirement is part of the California Community Colleges’ efforts to strengthen application security and combat application and financial aid fraud.
Identity verification helps ensure your information is accurate and belongs to you, safeguards your personal information, and enhances the security of the enrollment process. It also helps prevent identity theft and financial aid fraud throughout the California Community Colleges system. The California Community Colleges do not collect or store citizenship or immigration status through the identity verification process.
Students will be prompted to verify their identity when they begin the application process. Students under the age of 18 at the time the application is submitted will NOT be prompted to complete ID Verification.
Ensure the name, date of birth, and address on your government ID match the details on your OpenCCC account.
The fastest way to complete the process is through one of the approved online verification tools.
CA DMV Wallet –Verify while completing CCCStart using California's mobile Driver's License (mDL)
in the CA DMV Wallet app.
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ID.me –Verify while completing CCCStart by completing ID.me's online identity-verification process.
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Students should verify using either the CA DMV Wallet or ID.me. If one doesn't work, the other tool should be used. Check out these websites for troubleshooting and support.
Students who are unable to complete online verification can still complete and submit their application by selecting “Verify Later” (or the equivalent option in the application). However, the application will be held and will not be delivered to MJC until the student completes identity verification by:
If a student is unable to complete online verification, they may come to MJC to have their identity verified in person and have their application confirmation number for reference.
MJC accept the following government-issued identification which must be valid/unexpired:
For current high school students or recent high school graduates (within one year of graduation) MJC will also accept school records, such as a high school transcript, containing a recent date that transcripts were generated/printed and the student’s:
No appointment is needed.
Fall/Spring Office Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Summer Office Hours: Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM; Closed Fridays
We encourage students to try CA DMV Wallet first, followed by ID.me, and to use the in-person MJC process when they are unable to complete online verification.
Questions? Call MJC Admissions & Records at 209-575-6853.
