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Build your future at Cuesta College

It’s easy to apply at Cuesta College—and we’re here to guide you every step of the way! Whether you’re a new student, transferring from another college, returning after a break, or still in high school, we’ve got the resources to help you get started. From choosing your path to registering for classes, we’ll make sure the process is smooth and stress-free so you can focus on your goals.

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Admission Application to Cuesta College using CCCApply

When you apply for admission, you'll use CCCApply the official online application system for Cuesta College.
It's a free, secure platform where you create an account, fill out your application, and submit it.

Term Term Dates Apply Online Beginning: View Classes & myCuesta Reg Priority Registration by priority begins:
Summer 2025 June 9 to July 18, 2025 TBD TBD
Fall 2025 August 12 to December 13, 2024 TBD TBD

Frequently Asked Questions

  • To drop classes, login to myCuesta then open the Student Self Service portlet and click on Register for Classes.   In the Summary section (lower right), use the Action drop-down beside the course to select the drop option then click "Submit" to process your request.
  • It is the student's responsibility to drop courses within drop deadlines. See deadlines in Class Finder by clicking on course after search results or posted on your myCuesta Student Self Service portlet under Register for Classes -> Schedule and Options -> click on course.
  • View video tutorial on how to drop course in myCuesta.

  • Courses that require verification of prerequisite completion will block you from registration with a Registration Add-Error Message.
  • If you previously have been enrolled in a college level prerequisite course at another accredited institution and received a "C" or better, submit a Prerequisite Clearance Form and your official transcript for clearance.
  • In order to ensure registration priority, clearance requests and challenges must be filed at least five (5) working days prior to a student's registration priority date.
  • To check for prerequisite clearance login to myCuesta and Student Self Service ->Prepare for Registration ->Registration Status. Prerequisite clearance will be posted under Petition Status.  

  • Courses that require verification of prerequisite completion will block you from registration with a Registration Add-Error Message.
  • If you previously have been enrolled in a college level prerequisite course at another accredited institution and received a "C" or better, submit a Prerequisite Clearance Form and your official transcript for clearance.
  • In order to ensure registration priority, clearance requests and challenges must be filed at least five (5) working days prior to a student's registration priority date.
  • To check for prerequisite clearance login to myCuesta and Student Self Service ->Prepare for Registration ->Registration Status. Prerequisite clearance will be posted under Petition Status.  

  • Registration fees are due at the time of registration. Debt holds are placed on all student accounts with a balance due.
  • Students are NOT dropped for non-payment. Partial payments are accepted but debt holds will remain until the full balance is paid.
  • Fees may be paid by credit or debit card:
    • Credit/Debit card payments can ONLY be made online through each student's myCuesta account.
    • Google Chrome is the preferred online browser to pay fees.
    • Apple device users making online payments may need to "enable cookies" for payment processing.
    • Allow ten minutes for debt holds to lift once the full balance has been paid.

  • Payments of check or money order may be mailed to the San Luis Obispo Cashier's Office:

    • Cuesta College Cashier
      P.O. Box 8106
      San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8106

  • Login to myCuesta and open Student Self Service then access the Financial Aid tab.
  • Financial Aid Specialists are available to answer your questions via Live Chat or make a Zoom appointment.  Visit Financial Aid web site.

  • To obtain a transcript from another school, students must contact the other school directly to have your transcript sent to Cuesta College.
  • Check your myCuesta student email for notification of receipts of your transcripts.
    • Transcripts submitted via US Mail: Allow 15 business days for student email notification.
    • Transcripts submitted electronically: Allow 5 business days for student email notification. 

  • Connect with a Cuesta College counselor via Zoom, by phone, or in-person.  Visit the Counseling web site to book a counseling appointment to access same day drop-in.