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Matriculation Process Document

Step 1: Apply to Saddleback College - The process begins when a new or returning student submits an application to the Admissions and Records Office. If a student is designated to matriculate, they cannot register at the college or on-line until the Matriculation process is completed.

Step 2: Make an Assessment Test Appointment - Appointments for assessment testing are made at the Matriculation Office SSC 225-B. You can also call the Matriculation Office (949-582-4970) to obtain an appointment. A student cannot make a testing appointment without a South Orange County Community College District Student ID Number.

Note: If you have a severe physical, communication or visual limitation that might require testing accommodation or if you have extreme difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, math or understanding/remembering information, please contact the Special Services Office in the Student Services Center, Room 113 or at 949-582-4885 to make alternative arrangements.

Step 3: Online Orientation - click on the Online Orientation button to the left and follow the instructions to log into MySite and access the Orientation.

Step 4: Attend Your Assessment Test Appointment - Assessment testing in Math, English, and Reading and a short orientation are conducted in the Matriculation testing room located in the Student Services Center room 225-A. If you miss or can not attend your appointment please call the Matriculation Office (949-582-4970) to reschedule.

Step 5: Student Advisement - Advisement sessions help students to determine their educational goal, plan a first semester schedule, and prepare a "Student Educational Plan". You must either complete the Online Advisement, attend a Group Advisement session or take course ASPY 1, ASPY 140 or ASPY 160 to complete the matriculation process.

Step 6: Register for Classes! - You may register by online through My Site or in person at the Saddleback College Admissions and Records office located in room SSC-102.