Applying to RVCC 
RVCC is a diverse campus where students at all stages of their college careers can thrive. An enriching experience awaits at RVCC. Applying online is easy. First, determine the type of student you are, then fill out an application to begin. Once you’re all set, it should take no more than 20 minutes to apply! To learn more about which type of student you are, browse the links below.

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FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENT - Applying to college for the first time

It's my first time applying to college.

1) APPLY TO RVCC

 

2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS

 

3) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT

 

4) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

 

5) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.

HONORS STUDENT - Applying for admission to Honors College
I am a high achieving high school student or transfer student. In order to be eligible for the Honor College, you must have two of the following requirements:
  • 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) APPLY TO RVCC

 

2) COMPLETE THE HONORS COLLEGE APPLICATION & HONORS ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS

 

3) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS

 

4) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

 

5) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.
EARLY COLLEGE STUDENT - Taking college classes while in high school
I'm a high school junior or senior with a 3.0 or higher GPA and I want to take college classes while I am still in high school. We offer two options:
  • Take classes at RVCC's Branchburg campus (Early Credits)
  • Take RVCC college classes at my high school (Concurrent Enrollment)

 

Take classes at RVCC's Branchburg campus (Early Credits)

1) APPLY TO RVCC & SELECT CLASS

  • Apply online as an Early Admit High School Student. You will not be charged an application fee. Select a course from the Course Schedule in consultation with your high school guidance counselor.

 

2) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT

  • If you are interested in taking an English or Mathematics course you will need to either take a placement test or submit proof of exemptions from placement testing.

 

3) SUBMIT DOCUMENTS

  • Download the Registration Form, fill it out and obtain required signatures from your high school guidance counselor or principal and a parent.

 

4) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

  • Meet with an advisor in the Office of Advising and Counseling. Bring your completed registration form, high school transcript, placement testing documentation if applicable and photo ID. An advisor must sign your registration form the first time you register.

 

5) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.

 


Take RVCC college classes at my high school (Concurrent Enrollment)

1) APPLY TO RVCC & SELECT CLASS

  • Contact your high school guidance counselor to determine the RVCC courses being taught at your high school and the qualifications to enroll. Apply online to the College as an Early Admit High School Student.

 

2) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT

  • If you are interested in taking an English or Mathematics course you will need to either take a placement test or submit proof of exemptions from placement testing.

 

3) SUBMIT DOCUMENTS

 

4) PAY TUITION

  • The tuition for each course is $200. Pay your tuition by money order or check (payable to RVC College) at the time you submit your documentation to your high school guidance counselor or CEP coordinator.  
TRANSFER STUDENT - Transferring from another college

I'm transferring from another college.  If you have 12 or less college credits apply as a First Time Student.

1) APPLY TO RVCC

 

2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS

 

3) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT

 

4) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising & Counseling to help you register for classes

5) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT - F-1 Student Status/Visa

I'm an international student planning to attend RVCC with an F-1, M-1 and requesting (I-20) student visa.

1) APPLY TO RVCC & SUBMIT DOCUMENTATION

Complete all required forms and documentation in the International Student Admissions Packet. Applications fee is $225.

 

2) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT

 

3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Once you have been accepted to the college make an appointment with International Student Advisor.

4) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.
VISITING STUDENT - 4 year college student seeking extra credits

I'm attending another college and looking to earn extra credits at RVCC.

1) APPLY TO RVCC

First-time Visiting Student:  click here to apply -  proceed to step 2 register for classes.
Returning Visiting Student:  proceed to Step 2.

2) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

  • Visit course schedule click Summer 2020 Semester to view classes offered. To confirm there are seats available in selected course, click on the Course Title. Please note: to view online courses select “Virtual Campus”.

  • Get approval from your home college. 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.
    • If your course(s) has a prerequisite, submit proof that you have completed the required courses (copy of unofficial college transcript, grade report or a visiting student approval form) from your home college.
    • Email the completed Academic Registration Form and proof of prequisites (if required) to registrar@RaritanVal.edu.
    • We will send you an email confirming your course(s) registration and payment information.
RETURNING RVCC STUDENT

Returning BEFORE 3 years - I’m returning to RVCC within 3 years of taking my last RVCC class.

1) Update Admissions Information

 

2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS

 

3) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising & Counseling to help you register for classes.

4) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.

 

Returning AFTER 3 or more years - I'm returning to RVCC after 3 or more years, or I'm an RVCC graduate.

1) APPLY TO RVCC

 

2) APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID (FAFSA) & SCHOLARSHIPS

 

3) DETERMINE COLLEGE PLACEMENT

 

4) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising & Counseling to help you register for classes.

5) PAY TUITION

Pay all tuition and fees by required dates or apply for financial aid.