Apply to GRCC

GRCC Degree or Certificate-Seeking Students

  • GRCC is an open-access institution. This means anyone can enroll and gain a high-quality education that will set them up for a great career, or get them ready to transfer to a four-year college or university.

    Get started at: grcc.edu/apply

  • Transcript and SAT scores should be submitted to the GRCC Student Services:

    Email: enroll@grcc.edu

    Fax: 616-234-3200

    Mail: GRCC Admission

    143 Bostwick NE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    You may need to complete the GRCC placement test based on your high school transcript and SAT scores. Don’t worry! It’s not a pass or fail test. GRCC will simply use the results to help you decide which courses to take first.

    *If you are pursuing an 18-week job training program, you will need to complete the ACT WorkKeys® assessment. SAT scores are not required for the job training programs. Visit grcc.edu/jobtraining for more information about the enrollment process.

  • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required to be eligible for the Promise Zone Scholarship.

    Don’t be concerned if you get selected for FAFSA verification. Turn in the additional documents requested right away.

    Get started at StudentAid.gov.

    * We realize not everyone can file a FAFSA. If you have concerns about filing a FAFSA or you are unable to complete a it, please contact us via email at promisezone@grcc.edu or by phone at (616) 234-4321.

  • During this program you will meet with an academic advisor and register for classes.

    Register at grcc.edu/onboarding.

  • Congratulations and welcome to the GRCC family!

    We are excited to have you join our campus community.

Job Training Program

  • Complete the Job Training application

  • Schedule an appointment for testing, or call (616) 234-3800.

    If you completed WorkKeys® while in high school, you can submit your score report to training@grcc.edu.

  • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required to be eligible for the Promise Zone Scholarship.

    Don’t be concerned if you get selected for FAFSA verification. Turn in the additional documents requested right away.

    Get started at StudentAid.gov.

    * We realize not everyone can file a FAFSA. If you have concerns about filing a FAFSA or you are unable to complete a it, please contact us via email at promisezone@grcc.edu or by phone at (616) 234-4321.

  • Login to your MyGRCC account and select the Online Center. Click on the Add/Drop tile and complete the course selection process.

    Note: Students must submit a score report/complete WorkKeys® assessment with the required score(s) to be eligible to enroll in a Job Training program.

  • Congratulations and welcome to the GRCC family!

    We are excited to have you join our campus community.

Guest Students

Use your Promise Zone Scholarship to earn transferable credits when you apply to GRCC as a guest student.

Enrolled or enrolling at a four-year college or university?

    1. Consult with a representative at your four-year institution regarding your intention to dual enroll at both GRCC and the four-year institution.

    2. Ask an academic advisor at your four-year institution what GRCC courses they would recommend you take.

    3. Visit GRCC's ClassFinder to see if the GRCC course you'd like to take is offered in the semester you'd like to take it.

    4. Browse our Course Catalog to make sure you have met the class prerequisites.

  • Complete the guest application at: grcc.edu/guest

    1. Check your email for a welcome letter from GRCC. The welcome letter will contain your GRCC student ID number, which you will need to create your MyGRCC account.

    2. Once you have created your MyGRCC Account, you are ready to enroll in courses.