RVCC is a diverse campus where students at all stages of their college careers can thrive. An enriching experience awaits at RVCC.
FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENT - What's Next
It's my first time applying to college.
1) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT
2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Fill out the free application for federal student aid, FAFSA
- Explore RVCC scholarship opportunities and other financial aid options
3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
- After your English and math placement has been determined:
- Complete the online orientation (G# and password required)
- Request Documents
Request official high school transcript
Request proof of immunization from your physician
4) PAY TUITION
Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.
QUESTIONS? Connect with us here
HONORS STUDENT - What's Next
Honors College applications are accepted January 1st - July 1st for all Fall admissions.
- Rank in top 20% of your graduating class
- An unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.50+
- A cumulative SAT score of 1100+ (including 550+ in Math & 450+ in Evidence-Based Reading & Writing); an aggregate ACT score of 26+ (including a 24+ in Reading and a 23+ in Math) or satisfactory score on the RVCC Math & English Placement Test.
1) Complete the Honors College-specific questions on the application
- The Honors College is a highly selective community of high achieving students. Admission into the Honors College is competitive.
- Complete the Honors College portion of the application
- Honors College applications are accepted January 1st - July 1st for all Fall admissions
2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Fill out the free application for federal student aid, FAFSA
- Explore RVCC scholarship opportunities and other financial aid options
3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
- Complete the online orientation (G# and password required)
- After your English and math placement has been determined:
- REQUEST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS & CONTINUE WITH NEXT STEPS:
4) PAY TUITION
QUESTIONS? Connect with us here
EARLY COLLEGE STUDENT - What's Next
- Take classes at RVCC's Branchburg campus (Early College)
- Take RVCC college classes at my high school (Concurrent Enrollment)
Take classes at RVCC's Branchburg campus (Early College)
1) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
- Complete the Early College Registration Form
You will need to attach the following documents with the Registration Form- Submit unofficial high school transcript with GPA of 3.0 or higher
- If you are interested in taking an English, Foreign Language or Mathematics course or a course that requires a pre-requisite, you will need to submit proof of exemptions and/or the pre-requisite requirement.
- Timeline awareness:
- The completed form along with all signatures must be received in Admissions in order to be processed prior to the start of the semester. NOTE: Courses will be registered based on availability upon receipt of the Registration Form.
- Request proof of immunization from your physician
2) PAY TUITION
Take RVCC college classes at my high school (Concurrent Enrollment)
You've spoken to your high school counselor and applied now:
1) Document Submission
For English and math courses (or courses that require an English or math prerequisite), students will either need to complete the RVCC Accuplacer placement test (speak to your high school counselor about taking the test at your high school, if that option is available) or have SAT/ACT scores that meet the RVCC test score exemptions. To view SAT/ACT exemptions or to prepare for the Accuplacer, please visit the placement testing web page.
2) Registration
3) Payment
Option 1: Pay using Lion’s Den
Step 1: Log onto Lion’s Den via the RVCC website using your RVCC credentials (make sure you have your cell phone for multifactor authentication)
Please contact the RVCC Help Desk at 908-526-1200 Ext. 7887 or email helpdesk@raritanval.edu if you are having issues logging onto Lion’s Den or need to reset your password.
Step 2: Click on the "Account Detail for Term" tile
Step 3: You will see details about the balance and you can click on the Pay Now icon to make a payment by credit or debit card (please be sure to pick the right term for the payment).
If you see a late fee on your account, please DO NOT pay the late fee. Concurrent Enrollment Students are not charged a late fee.
If you are having issues using Lion’s Den to make payment, please use Nelnet.
Option 2: Pay using Nelnet
Step 1: Visit https://www.raritanval.edu/paying-for-college/pay-tuition-now and click on the Student Account Payment link. Payment can be made via credit or debit card.
Step 2: Click on Student Account Payment
Please complete all sections and include your RVCC ID number (G#) where indicated so the payment can be applied to the right account.
Please include the right term: Fall 2023 or Spring 2024
You will not be able to see your tuition balance using Nelnet so please include the correct amount. If you do not know your tuition balance, please contact your high school for the information.
Option 3: Pay by Check
Once you have verified the balance via Lion’s Den, payment by check or money order can be sent as follows:
Check or money order by mail made out to RVCC, Attn: Finance Office, P.O. Box 3300, Somerville, New Jersey 08876); Please include your G Number and “CEP Tuition” on the check or money order so the payment can be applied to the right account.
Parents/Families also have the option to set up their accounts to pay CEP tuition. Click on Parents Pay Tuition Now (students must have created a Parent Account to allow parent access) to set up a parent/family account. Click on How to Create a Parent Account for details.
The CEP rate for the 2023-2024 academic year is $240 per CEP course.
The CEP tuition rate is subject to change annually.
Non-Payment for CEP Course(s)
The student/family or high school (if applicable) is responsible for the payment upon successful completion of registration. A hold will be placed on the student account and the student will not be able to register for additional CEP course(s) during the next term if payment is not received. Please check with your high school about RVCC’s CEP payment and refund deadlines.
QUESTIONS? Connect with us here
TRANSFER STUDENT - What's Next
I'm transferring from another college. If you have 12 or less college credits apply as a First Time Student.
1) DETERMINE MATH AND ENGLISH PLACEMENT
2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Fill out the free application for federal student aid, FAFSA
- Explore RVCC scholarship opportunities and other financial aid options
3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
- Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising, Counseling and Transfer Services to help you register for classes
- Complete the online orientation (G# and password required)
- REQUEST DOCUMENTS
Request official high school and college transcripts
Request proof of immunization from your physician
4) PAY TUITION
QUESTIONS? Connect with us here
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT - What's Next
I'm an international student planning to attend RVCC with an F-1 and requesting (I-20) student visa.
To apply for the form I20 for F1 Student Status: International (F1) applicants MUST have the application and all supporting documentation for the Form I-20 submitted to International Student Services prior to the admission deadlines.
1. Review and Print the Checklist and Application pack from the below links
2. Adhere to application deadlines: Deadlines are strictly adhered to with no exceptions
Application Deadlines:
Fall Admission:
June 1 - Initial Applicant
July 1- Transfer Applicants currently holding F1 student status
Spring Admission:
November 15 - Initial Applicant
December 1 - Transfer Applicants currently holding F1 student status
1) Read and complete all application forms and gather all documentation requested in the Form I-20 application booklet.
- International Student Packet
- Follow instructions and read all guidance provided.
2) Send completed Application Documents
- Email the completed Form I-20 application items on the checklist and all supporting documents (do not included guidance and informational pages) to international@raritanval.edu
OR - Mail:
Raritan Valley Community College
Attn: International Student Services
118 Lamington Road
Branchburg, NJ 08876
English Language Program Requirement:
For admission as an F1 status student, RVCC requires a minimum English Proficiency score requirement on either the TOEFL or IELTS test. You will not be issued the Form I-20 for RVCC without a passing score.
NOTE: All students who achieve the required TOEFL/IELTS score are still required to complete the RVCC placement test upon arrival at the college. Some developmental, supplemental ESL courses may still be required and you may enter the RVCC ESL Pathway program for English Language Studies.
For more information visit https://www.raritanval.edu/international-student
Questions??
Contact the International Student Services Office:
international@raritanval.edu
VISITING STUDENT - What's Next
I'm attending another college and looking to earn extra credits at RVCC.
1) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
- Click here for a step by step presentation of how to register.
- Visit course schedule and click on the semester you would like to view. To confirm there are seats available in selected course, click on the Course Title. Please note: to view online courses select “Virtual Campus.”
- Visiting students are expected to get approval from their home college to verify that they will accept the RVCC Course for transfer. Course outlines are available to submit to your home college.
- Once you’ve selected your course(s) fill out the Academic Registration Form. If you have not yet received your RVCC Student ID/G#, enter your date of birth.
- We will send you an email confirming your course(s) registration and payment information.
- RVCC does not require prerequisites for Visiting Students.
- RVCC Tutoring Center offers free tutoring for all students including Visiting Students. To learn more, go to: https://www.raritanval.edu/student-life/student-services/tutoring-services
- REQUEST THE FOLLOWING ITEM & CONTINUE WITH NEXT STEP
Proof of immunization from your physician
2) PAY TUITION
- Pay all tuition and fees by required dates.
QUESTIONS? Connect with us here
RETURNING RVCC STUDENT - What's Next
Returning BEFORE 3 years - I’m returning to RVCC within 3 years of taking my last RVCC class.
1) DETERMINE MATH AND ENGLISH PLACEMENT
- Submit exemptions or determine class placement (If you previously had math & English placement on your account, proceed to the next step)
2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Fill out the free application for federal student aid, FAFSA
- Explore RVCC scholarship opportunities and other financial aid options
3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising, Counseling and Transfer Services to help you register for classes.
- Complete the online orientation (G# and password required)
- REQUEST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS & CONTINUE WITH NEXT STEP:
- Official high school transcript and college transcripts other than RVCC (If you previously submitted your official high school transcript, proceed to the next step)
- Proof of immunization from your physician (If you previously submitted your immunizations, proceed to the next step)
4) PAY TUITION
Returning AFTER 3 or more years - I'm returning to RVCC after 3 or more years, or I'm an RVCC graduate.
1) DETERMINE MATH AND ENGLISH PLACEMENT
- Submit exemptions or determine class placement (If you previously had math & English placement on your account, proceed to the next step)
2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS
- Fill out the free application for federal student aid, FAFSA
- Explore RVCC scholarship opportunities and other financial aid options
3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES
Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising, Counseling and Transfer Services to help you register for classes.
- Complete the online orientation (G# and password required)
- REQUEST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS & CONTINUE WITH NEXT STEP:
Official high school transcript and college transcripts other than RVCC (If you previously submitted your official high school transcript, proceed to the next step)
Proof of immunization from your physician (If you previously submitted your immunizations, proceed to the next step)
