Admissions Information

It's my first time applying to college.

1.  APPLY TO RVCC
   Take the first step towards your future! Complete your application today and view your decision letter in the application portal within three (3) business days. The decision letter includes your student ID (G#) number, Lion’s email address, and Lion’s Den password.
   • Complete College placement
   • Submit proof of immunization from your physician
   • Submit your transcript here
2. Raritan Orientation Advising and Registration Session (ROARS)
   Your path to becoming an RVCC Lion! Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore the campus, connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff, and register for your first-semester classes with the guidance of your academic advisor. Keep an eye out for your email invitation.
    
3. Payment and Financial Aid  
   Complete your FAFSA and check out the other scholarships that could be waiting for you! Don’t forget—our flexible payment plans make it easier to manage costs, but be sure to set up your payment plan before the semester starts!
   • Paying for College

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Honors College applications are accepted January 1st - July 1st for all Fall admissions.

• An unweighted cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.5 or higher; or 87%
• Rank in the Top 20% of their high school class
• Proof of college readiness in both Math and English (*Required).  This can be accomplished in one of three ways:
       A cumulative SAT score of 1100+ (including 550+ in Math & 450+ in Evidence-Based Reading & Writing)  OR
       An aggregate ACT score of 26+ (including a 24+ in Reading and a 23+ in Math) OR
       Satisfactory score on the RVCC Math & English Accuplacer Placement Test
• History of civic engagement, leadership and/or volunteerism, either throughout high school or in your community

*NOTE:  The Honors College is test-optional.  For applicants who either did not tale the ACT/SAT or choose not to submit their scores, additional emphasis will be placed on the student’s co-curricular activities, examples of leadership and/or volunteer participation.

1. APPLY TO RVCC
   Take the first step towards your future! Complete your application today and view your decision letter in the application portal within three (3) business days. The decision letter includes your student ID (G#) number, Lion’s email address, and Lion’s Den password.
2. 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.
   • Honors College applications are accepted January 1st - July 1st for all Fall admissions
   • Complete College placement
   • Submit proof of immunization from your physician
3. Raritan Orientation Advising and Registration Session (ROARS)
   Your path to becoming an RVCC Lion! Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore the campus, connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff, and register for your first-semester classes with the guidance of your academic advisor. Keep an eye out for your email invitation.
4. Payment and Financial Aid  
   Complete your FAFSA and check out the other scholarships that could be waiting for you! Don’t forget—our flexible payment plans make it easier to manage costs, but be sure to set up your payment plan before the semester starts!
   • Paying for College
      

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• Take classes at RVCC's Branchburg campus - Early College
• Take RVCC college classes at my high school - Concurrent Enrollment Program 

Take classes at RVCC's Branchburg campus 
Early College

Registration Deadline dates:
•    December 20 for Spring semester
•    April 30 for Summer semester
•    August 1 for Fall semester

1. APPLY TO RVCC
   Take the first step towards your future! Complete your application today and view your decision letter in the application portal within three (3) business days. The decision letter includes your student ID (G#) number, Lion’s email address, and Lion’s Den password.
   • Select a course from the Course Schedule in consultation with your high school guidance counselor
   • Submit proof of immunization from your physician
2. REGISTER
   • 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.
3. Payment and Financial Aid  
   Complete your FAFSA and check out the other scholarships that could be waiting for you! Don’t forget—our flexible payment plans make it easier to manage costs, but be sure to set up your payment plan before the semester starts!
   • Paying for College

Take RVCC college classes at my high school Concurrent Enrollment Program

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

1.  APPLY TO RVCC
   Take the first step towards your future! Complete your application today and view your decision letter in the application portal within three (3) business days. The decision letter includes your student ID (G#) number, Lion’s email address, and Lion’s Den password.
   • Complete College placement
   • Submit proof of immunization from your physician
   • Submit your transcript here
2. Raritan Orientation Advising and Registration Session (ROARS)
   Your path to becoming an RVCC Lion! Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore the campus, connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff, and register for your first-semester classes with the guidance of your academic advisor. Keep an eye out for your email invitation.
    
3. Payment and Financial Aid  
   Complete your FAFSA and check out the other scholarships that could be waiting for you! Don’t forget—our flexible payment plans make it easier to manage costs, but be sure to set up your payment plan before the semester starts!
   • Paying for College

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I'm an international student planning to attend RVCC with an F1 and requesting (Form I-20) student visa.

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 International Student Packet 
     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) Complete online application

• RVCC Application
• F1 applications are only accepted for the Fall and Spring terms (no Winter or Summer sessions).
• Once you submit the application, it will be processed in 3-4 business days and you will receive an RVCC ID number.  
• Full admission and the Form I-20 for F1 non-immigrant status will not be issued without completion of the application and supporting documentation.  

2) 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.

3) Send completed Application Documents

• Email the completed Form I-20 application items on the checklist and all supporting documents (do not include 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

What You Need to Know

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

1) APPLY TO RVCC

• Fill out the free application
  You will receive an email confirmation with your student ID number within three business days

Returning Visiting Student:  proceed to step 2 to register for classes.

2) 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

3) PAY TUITION

• Pay all tuition and fees by required dates.
  • Tuition & Fees
  • Tuition Payment Information

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

1) Update Admissions Information

• Complete the Admissions Information Update (AIU) Form to select the semester, select full-time or part-time, select a major, sign & date the form so that we can update your account.

2) DETERMINE MATH AND ENGLISH PLACEMENT

• Submit exemptions or determine class placement

3) 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

4) REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Make an appointment with an academic advisor in the office of Advising and Transfer Services to help you register for classes.

• Complete the online orientation (G# and password required)
• REQUEST THE FOLLOWING ITEMS & CONTINUE WITH NEXT STEPS:
  • Official high school transcript and college transcripts other than RVCC
  • Proof of immunization from your physician

5) PAY TUITION

• Tuition & Fees
• Tuition Payment Information

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
   Take the first step towards your future! Complete your application today and view your decision letter in the application portal within three (3) business days. The decision letter includes your student ID (G#) number, Lion’s email address, and Lion’s Den password.
   • Complete College placement
   • Submit proof of immunization from your physician
2. Raritan Orientation Advising and Registration Session (ROARS)
   Your path to becoming an RVCC Lion! Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore the campus, connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff, and register for your first-semester classes with the guidance of your academic advisor. Keep an eye out for your email invitation.
    
3. Payment and Financial Aid  
   Complete your FAFSA and check out the other scholarships that could be waiting for you! Don’t forget—our flexible payment plans make it easier to manage costs, but be sure to set up your payment plan before the semester starts!
   • Paying for College

QUESTIONS?  Connect with us here