Apply to GRCC

Applying is your first step to becoming a student at Grand Rapids Community College and achieving your future goals. To get started, choose your student path below and fill out the online application (it’s free!).

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Choose the right application for you

Students of all ages and backgrounds attend GRCC. Some students are enrolling in their first college class, some are returning to complete a degree after time away, and others are looking to level-up their skills with a short-term job training program.

Start your application by clicking on the student path that best fits you.

Application types

Degree-Seeking

I want to earn credits for a degree, certificate or to transfer.

Guest

I am a student at another college or university and want to earn credits to transfer back.

Returning

I was once a student at GRCC and I want to take classes again.

Job Training

I want 18- to 22-week skills training.

Medical Assistant

I want to become a Registered Medical Assistant.

Personal Interest

I want to take classes but do not need to earn the degree.

International

I have or am seeking an F-1 visa and want to enroll in classes.

Dual Enrollment

I want to earn college credit while I am still in high school.

Middle College

I want to earn my associate or a certificate while still in high school

Schedule an admissions appointment

If you’re unsure which student category applies to you, one of our admissions specialists can assist you. Help is available in-person, by phone and online.

Did you already apply?

If you’ve already applied, you can find out the status of your application by calling Student Services at (616) 234-3300.

Have questions about transfer credit?

More information can be on GRCC's Transfer Center website.

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Visit GRCC

A copy of the GRCC's Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for review. This report is required by the federal law and contains statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain non-campus buildings or property owned and controlled by GRCC; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. The ASR also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual misconduct, emergency procedures, and other matters. This report is available online at https:// www.grcc.edu/annual-security-report. You can also request a hard copy by visiting the GRCC Police. If you would like to receive a printed copy of the ASR, you can stop by the GRCC Police Department at 25 Lyon Street NE or you can request a copy be mailed to you by calling (616) 234-4012.

Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972 requires that all entities receiving federal funds or financial assistance prohibit sex discrimination and sexual harassment in their education programs and activities. Learn more about Title IX at https://www.grcc.edu/generalcounsel/titleix.

GRCC does not offer or accept any reward or remuneration from a secondary school, college, university, agency, or organization for placement or recruitment of military students.