Admissions Information
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Discover CCAC
As one of Pennsylvania’s largest and most diverse colleges, CCAC is dedicated to serving all members of the community. From groundbreaking student success initiatives to top-ranked academic and career-based programs, CCAC continues to be the college of choice for nearly one out of every two adults in the Greater Pittsburgh metropolitan region.
Each year, approximately 30,000 students enroll at CCAC, taking advantage of more than 130 degree, certificate, diploma and transfer programs as well as hundreds of noncredit and workforce development courses. Comprising four campuses and three neighborhood centers, as well as a robust virtual campus, CCAC is honored to have one of the largest veteran student populations in the state and takes pride in ranking among the nation’s top community colleges for the number of individuals graduating in nursing and other health-related professions.
Admissions
As an open-admissions institution, CCAC does not require college entrance examinations. To enroll as a full-time student, applicants must have a high school diploma or Pennsylvania GED certificate or must be at least 18 years of age with experience reasonably equivalent to a GED.
CCAC is happy to welcome prospective students or visitors in person and virtually. For assistance, please call our Information Center at 412.237.CCAC. Additionally, you can reach us via email at information@ccac.edu. Please visit our Admissions page for hours of operation.
Academic Advising
Our Academic Advisors can help you explore our programs, schedule for classes, explain CCAC Academic policy, and refer you to other CCAC resources. CCAC provides a combination academic advising services of in-person and virtual services to meet your busy schedule!
Academic Advising is available to potential students that want to learn more about a program or course. Or for current students who have applied and completed the application process and verified your ID with the Registration Welcome Center
Financial Aid
At CCAC, there are a number of different types of financial aid that you can be awarded. The most basic categories are grants, scholarships and loans.
If you are expecting to receive financial aid, you can review your pending financial aid on CCAC’s Self-Service Financial Aid page. If prompted, log in with your CCAC NetID Account information.
You might be contacted by a company saying they will help get your student loans discharged, forgiven, cancelled, or qualified for debt relief for a fee. You NEVER have to pay for help with your federal student aid. Make sure you work only with the U.S. Department of Education and their loan servicers, and never reveal your personal information or account password to anyone.
The Department of Education emails to borrowers come from noreply@studentaid.gov, noreply@debtrelief.studentaid.gov or ed.gov@public.govdelivery.com. You can report scam attempts to the Federal Trade Commission by calling 1.877.382.4357 or visit reportfraud.ftc.gov
Placement Testing
As a new student, you may need to take several placement tests before you register for classes.
These tests are not an entrance exam. They simply help you choose the right classes so you can succeed in college.
These tests are offered at home or on campus so you can take them when you are ready.
Our Placement Testing page includes information about exemptions and accommodations, registration links, and additional resources.
″Success. More than any other, it's a word that captures everything about the Community College of Allegheny County - who we are, what we believe in and what we strive to achieve. It's something our students experience each and every day here at CCAC.″
Don't Let Finances Stand Between You and Your Future
79%
of CCAC students graduate debt-free
$26K
in savings for Allegheny County students over public colleges and universities
Meet the Faculty & Hidden Gems
CCAC by the Numbers
130+
programs of study across 10 career paths
195+
full-time faculty members
16
students in the average class