Returning Student

This page contains information and links to assist you in returning to CBC.

Returning after a one- to four-consecutive quarter absence

1. Visit the Records office to reactivate and update your file.
   • Students on academic probation will have to meet with a counselor/advisor prior to registration.
2. Follow the Additional Steps below.

OR

Returning after a four-consecutive quarter absence

1. Complete an Application for Admission online or at the Records office, download [PDF].
   • Please refer to the quarter processing timelines listed below and allow one week processing time from date of submission.
   • Applications received prior to the processing timelines below will be held and processed per quarter indicated on the application. Acceptance emails/letters will be issued as applications are processed.

     Quarter	Application Processing Begins
     Summer	March 1
     Fall	March 1
     Winter	September 1
     Spring	January 1

2. Submit or send your paper application to Records
   Columbia Basin College
   Attn: Records
   2600 North 20th Ave.
   Pasco, WA 99301

3. Follow the Additional Steps below.
   

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Additional Steps

1. Financial Aid
   If applying for financial aid, fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Meet all deadlines of the Financial Aid office at CBC. Fall quarter applicants completing financial aid requirements by the priority deadline and who are eligible for federal or state aid will be considered for a maximum aid award. Other forms of funding may be available for your education.
2. Complete Getting Started Steps Online (if applicable)
   • Pay $28.30 Admissions Application Fee
   • Change student PIN
   • Create CBC student email account
   • Schedule Assessment Test
     CBC requires a COMPASS test of all students pursuing a degree or certificate. The COMPASS is given by the college Assessment/Testing Center.
   • Complete SOAR- Student Orientation to Advising and Registration
     Students learn about CBC resources, receive general advising information, and learn how to register for classes during SOAR.
3. Determine Advising/Registration requirements
   • 0 college level credits
     • Complete Getting Started steps
     • Register for and attend First Year Introduction (FYI)
       All degree and certificate seeking students are required to attend a First Year Introduction course. You sign up for a session when you register for your first quarter classes
   • MORE than 1 collge level credits
     • Complete Getting Started steps
     • Visit the My CBC Kiosk "When can I register" to determine your registration access time.
4. Pay Tuition
5. Attend Classes