Getting Started at MJC

Step by Step Guides and Resources

Complete Core Steps, view tips & connect with resources - from applying to MJC, financial aid, registering for classes, and zero textbook course options, we are here to guide you!

Steps for New and Returning Students

MJC Fall & Spring Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:00 am- 5:00 pm

Application
Student Email, Single Sign On & Placement
Orientation
Meet with a Counselor & Degree Plan
Registration Support
Financial Aid Options
Prepare for Success
Steps to Success Checklist
Know Your Rights & Responsibilities
Connect with a Student Success Specialist

1

Application Guide

The above guide will take you through the process of creating an OpenCCC account, and applying to MJC.

If it has been over one year since you applied or attended a class, you will need to complete a new application.
If you are undecided about taking summer courses, complete the Summer Application, which will allow you to register for Summer and or Fall.
- If you complete the Fall application and later decide to take Summer courses, you will need to complete a new Summer application in order to Register
Contact CCC Apply Help for technical assistance, or for help recovering your account.

APPLY HERE!

High School Students & Graduating Seniors

If you are a highschool senior applying for Summer or Fall 2023, make sure to list your graduation date as after 4/30/2022. This will ensure that you are not considered a 'high school student' when registering, which would require a new application.
If you are a highschool senior that has been taking courses at MJC, you will need to submit a new application. (A petition is not required once you graduate, and a new application will remove that registration requirement/block for you)
Current high school students applying must also complete the Special Part-Time Petition for Advanced Admission form.


Tips Check the email you listed on the application for confirmation that your application was processed, your w# (student ID), and for information regarding setting up your student email. If you do not have a social security number or your ITIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) Select "No, I do not have a social security number or taxpayer identification number, or I decline to provide one at this time." Then follow up with us using, May I help you, at the bottom of the page, for further assistance. For more information, check out the MJC Guide for DACA and Undocumented Students Unsure which School (academic major group) to select on the application? Watch this video on Schools at MJC. View available Degrees and Certificates

While you wait for your application to be processed in order to complete Steps 2 - 5, start working on Step 6 - Financial Aid!

Sign up for a FAFSA/Dream Act Application Zoom Workshop

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Student Email, Pirates Net, & Placement

Single sign on - Set up your student email to login to each

Check the personal email you listed on your MJC application for steps on how to create your password.
- For email set up help visit IT Service Desk - Student Email FAQ's
- For login assistance contact Student IT Services at (209) 575-7900, option #4
- Login to your student email.
Navigate MJC's student portal & PiratesNet
- View and verify your Math & English Placement under "Test Summary"
- If you have graduated high school within the last 10 years, you will receive your placement automatically from MJC Application.
  - If you do not have a high school record from the last 10 years, choose the self-guided placement option.

Math & English Placement

Tips

You will need to complete Math & English Placement in order to qualify for Priority Registration.

All email communications from MJC will go to your student email.
It may take up to 24 hours after your application is processed, for access to Piratesnet and student email set up.
Contact Student IT Services Desk - for questions or technical assistance.
Download the Outlook App on your smart phone for quick access to your student email.
Want your student emails to go to a personal email? Click here for how to turn on automatic forwarding in Outlook.

How to Update Chosen Name, Pronouns, and Gender

If you are still learning English, visit the Testing Center to take the ESL assessment test, which will place you in an ESL class that matches your skill level.

English Language Learner Course & Program Recommendation

3 Orientation

Learn about MJC resources, services, rules, regulations, and how to register for classes.

Tips

Log in with your student email in order to receive credit for completion.
You will need to complete Orientation in order to qualify for Priority Registration.
Weekly Student Updates
Weekly Canvas Routines Laptop/Desktop
Weekly Canvas Routines Mobile App

4 Meet With a Counselor

Visit the counseling webpage for more information regarding services.
- Counselors are able to assist you with academic, personal, crisis, and career counseling.
- Join the line for drop-in counseling, or see options for scheduling an appointment.

Video on How to Build Degree Plan & Register Using Starfish Degree Planner & Class Search

It may take 24-48 hours for access to Starfish after receiving your w# (student ID)
Submit your plan for approval so a counselor can review/approve and give you credit for your Core Step for Priority Registration!
Schedule an appointment during the semester with a counselor to complete or review your Comprehensive Education Plan
If the class has already started, you will need to email the faculty to request an Add Authorization.

Have Previous College Coursework?

Visit the Evaluations webpage for information regarding Clearing Prerequisites or for Transfer Work Evaluation Request.
Sending an official college transcript to MJC

Tips

You will need to complete a Degree Plan in order to qualify for Priority Registration.
- Your degree plan in Starfish is your guide for when you search & register for courses in Piratesnet. Make sure to register on your registration date/time.
  - You are not registered for courses if you only have a Starfish Degree Plan.
What’s a Major and General Education Patterns Video
To use an AP examination score to satisfy a course prerequisite, you will need to request a Prerequisite/Corequisite Challenge Petition in the division office offering the course.
Dual Enrollment/high school students - submit your Special Part-Time Petition for Advanced Admission form prior to your registration date & time.
Learn more about Credit for Prior Learning
- Apply for Credit for Prior Learning
Guidance Courses
Registration Help

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Registration Support

Registration Tips

Register by clicking on the section # in the class schedule, or log into PiratesNet to access Registration.
- Confirm you are logged in when you are transferred to the Registration area (top right hand corner).
- You should see a blue button underneath the course that says, Add to Plan.
- Click on Register & Drop Classes in order to finish Registration.

Have a balance? Apply for Financial Aid or set up a payment plan.

- - A balance on your account will prevent you from registering. For questions, contact Buisness Services.

Found a class that has already started? On the waitlist for a course and not sure of next step?

If not already on the waitlist, Request an Add Authorization directly from the faculty.
- Disregard any messages regarding entering a code.
- Include the course section # and name of the course you are requesting to add when sending them an email request.
If already on the waitlist, wait for a notification sent to your student email with the Add Authorization.
Waitlisted for a Class? Next Steps

Add Authorization Tips

Once Add Authorization is received via your student email, use the Add Authorization Guide (Register a Waitlisted Course) to complete registration.
Add authorization can only be used once the class section begins.
Add authorization can be revoked by the instructor if the course is not added in a timely manner. Check your student email daily for Add Authorization notification.

*Once added, the course should appear in your Canvas Dashboard within 3-9 hours.

Need More Support?

If you need guidance on selecting courses, talk with a counselor!
Met with a counselor, & need help Registering?
- Connect with a student success specialist!

*See Registration Guides Below for Additional Assistance

Additional Tips

Check your Math & English Placement (Test Summary) on PiratesNet.
Dual Enrollment courses (students ages 13-18), requires a special-part time advanced petition.
How do I get a refund if I drop a course?
Don't forget to visit the Bookstore for textbooks & course materials!
Search for Textbooks by term & course.
Visit the Enrollment Services webpage for Important Dates regarding Registration
Zero Textbook Cost Courses
Learn more about Credit for Prior Learning
- Apply for Credit for Prior Learning

Registration Guides

Add Authorization Guide (Register a Waitlisted Course)

Class Search & Registration Guide

Drop a Course Guide

View Your Class Schedule Guide

Waitlist Directions

6 Financial Aid

Complete your FAFSA or Cal Dream Act Application.
- MJC's federal school code is 001240.
- MJC's school code for the Cal Dream Act Application (CADAA) is 00124000.
  - If you do not receive an email from MJC Financial Aid within 2 weeks of submitting the CADAA, follow up with us using the Chat at the bottom of mjc.edu or email us at mjc_finaid@mjc.edu
WebGrants 4 Students - WGS will allow you to manage your Cal Grant and/or Chafee account(s), and Cal Dream Act
- View updates, add MJC as your school, make changes or corrections.
Learn more about California College Promise Grant (formerly BOG Fee Waiver).
Learn more about California College Promise (free tuition for first time college students).
Learn more about California Nonresident Tuition Exemption for eligible California high school graduates (AB 540)
Payment Plans - MJC has partnered with Nelnet Campus Commerce to create a payment plan which helps students meet their financial obligations with monthly, interest-free payments. A balance on your account will prevent you from registering. For questions, contact Buisness Services.

FAFSA Guide, Video & Checklist

FAFSA Checklist for 2022-2023 & 2023-2024

FAFSA Video Walk Through 2021-2022

Register for immediate step by step walk through
This video walk through can also be used for the 2022-2023 aid year. Make sure to use your 2020 Tax Information though.

How to Create FSA ID 2021-2022 Guide

Sign up for a FAFSA/Dream Act Application Workshop

Tips

Check your student email for important communications regarding required documents, or your award letter.
Dates & Deadlines
Do I Qualify for Federal Student Aid?
Electronic Data Submission (EDS) Forms
Enrollment at more than one institution
Refund Dates & Refund Options
Bank Mobile is where you select how you want to receive your financial aid refund after you receive your award letter from MJC Financial Aid
- If you received a green envelope in the mail with a code, use that when settling up Bank Mobile or you can click on "Need a Code?"
- Type in Yosemite Community College as your School if prompted
Tuition & Fees
Visit MJC Financial Aid TV or Types of Financial Aid at MJC, for help getting started or for answers to many of your questions.
Federal Student Aid Information Center (FSAIC) 1-800-433-3243

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Prepare for Success

Canvas & Online Resources Guide for New Students

Check out these videos on how to manage your courses on Canvas:

Weekly Canvas Routines Laptop/Desktop

Weekly Canvas Routines Mobile App

Tips/Next Steps

Canvas and Zoom Support and Tutorials
Download Microsoft Office 365 Suite for Free!
Preparing for Online Learning
Student Loaner Calculator, Laptop and Hotspot information - You may need to add to the waitlist, if there is not an immediate laptop available.
Student Benefits, ID Card, Bus and/or Student Activities Sticker FAQ's
Discounts for Students - Laptops and WiFi
Visit the Bookstore for textbooks!

View Additional Resources under Step 10

Free Campus Wi-Fi

Take advantage of Free Wi-Fi at MJC!
Campus Wi-Fi Username & Password
Park In Student Spaces Only
- Campus safety will enforce parking restrictions in staff spaces, handicapped spaces, crosswalks, or unmarked areas.
If you do not have a vehicle, you may sit under a shaded area.
- Masks are required, and social distancing rules will be enforced.

*Find Open Xfinity Wi-Fi Hotspots During Comcast’s COVID – 19 Response

8

Steps to Success

Confirm that you have completed the CORE STEPS required for Priority Registration appointment that are listed in previous sections.
Visit the Enrollment Services webpage for Important Dates regarding Priority Registration, and Core Step deadlines.
CORE STEPS - Orientation, Math & English Placement, Approved Degree Plan (Starfish)
Check your student email for communications from MJC Financial Aid, for Add Authorizations, & for other time sensitive communications.

9

Know Your Student Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, class attendance, right to petition for specific consideration, Academic Freedom and acceptable standards of student conduct and behavior.

10

Connect With Us Via Chat

Fall & Spring Chat hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:45 pm
Summer Chat hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:45 pm

Email the Student Success Specialist Team

mjcpathwayscenter@yosemite.edu

Need Additional Help?

Visit our Pathways Center web page or schedule an Online Appointment with a Student Success Specialist

Connect with Us

Around Campus

In Classes

Services

Step by Step Guides and Resources

Steps for New and Returning Students

MJC Fall & Spring Hours

1

High School Students & Graduating Seniors

Tips

For more information, check out the MJC Guide for DACA and Undocumented Students

***Sign up for a FAFSA/Dream Act Application Zoom Workshop***

2

Student Email, Pirates Net, & Placement

***Single sign on - Set up your student email to login to each***

Tips

You will need to complete Math & English Placement in order to qualify for Priority Registration.

3

Tips

You will need to complete Orientation in order to qualify for Priority Registration.

4

Video on How to Build Degree Plan & Register Using Starfish Degree Planner & Class Search

Have Previous College Coursework?

Tips

You will need to complete a Degree Plan in order to qualify for Priority Registration.

5

Registration Support

Registration Tips

Have a balance? Apply for Financial Aid or set up a payment plan.

Found a class that has already started? On the waitlist for a course and not sure of next step?

Add Authorization Tips

Need More Support?

Additional Tips

Registration Guides

6

FAFSA Guide, Video & Checklist

***Sign up for a FAFSA/Dream Act Application Workshop***

Tips

7

Prepare for Success

Check out these videos on how to manage your courses on Canvas:

Tips/Next Steps

***View Additional Resources under Step 10***

Free Campus Wi-Fi

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Connect With Us Via Chat

Email the Student Success Specialist Team

Need Additional Help?

Prepare for Success

Frequently Used Links

Video Resources

Resources & Services

Special Programs & Services

Connect

Student Success & Equity

About MJC

Sign up for a FAFSA/Dream Act Application Zoom Workshop

Single sign on - Set up your student email to login to each

Sign up for a FAFSA/Dream Act Application Workshop

View Additional Resources under Step 10