Why El Camino?

Simply put, we believe in you and your power to succeed. Support and teamwork define our El Camino community—see what you can achieve.

Admissions & Records

At El Camino, we put guidance, support, and helpful resources at your fingertips—take whatever you need and use it to reach your goals. We’ll be by your side as you build a future that will make you and your family proud.

Transfer success, career launches, and affordability—just $46 per unit for California residents—also set El Camino apart. Start your path to a four-year degree or build skills you can put to work right away.

Friday, December 13, 2024 the A&R Office will be closed from 1 pm - 5 pm for an Enrollment Services Division Meeting

Friday, January 10, 2025 the A&R Office will be closed from 1 pm - 5 pm for an Enrollment Services Division Meeting

Friday, January 17, 2025 the A&R Office will be closed from 1 pm - 5 pm for an A&R Office

(Basic Questions can be answer at the Welcome Center)

Friday, January 24, 2025 the A&R Office will be closed from 1 pm - 5 pm for an Enrollment Services Division Meeting

Fall 2024 On-Campus Hours

Fall 2024 Virtual Online Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Monday through Friday: Noon - 2:00 pm

Only on Tuesday and Wednesday : an additional hour 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Virtual Helpdesk Link: Admissions and Records

First-Year Students

Applying to El Camino straight from high school? Find admission info for traditional first-year students.

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Returning Students

Coming back to finish college or pursue a new interest? Learn how to apply and enroll while working, raising a family, or making a career change.

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International Students

Applying to El Camino from outside the United States? Learn about admission requirements, application processes, and more.

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Transfer Students

Want to transfer to El Camino from another college? Learn how to apply and receive credit for the courses you’ve already taken.

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Dual Enrollment Students

Looking to earn college credits while still in high school? Discover how you can take El Camino classes online, on campus, or at your high school.

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Application & Enrollment

New to El Camino? Find step-by-step application instructions, admission and residency requirements, new-student orientation info, and more.

Registration

Enrolled and ready to register for classes? Get info on registration requirements, appointments, and more for current and newly enrolled students.

Get Ready for College

Financial Aid

Aid application process, types of aid, deadlines, and more

Tuition & Fees

What it costs to attend El Camino and net price calculators

Scholarships

Awards based on need, merit, and other criteria

Forms

Add/drop, major change, academic renewal, and more - review list of useful forms

Enrollment Verification

Requests for enrollment or degree confirmation

Apply for Graduation

File your graduation intents and petitions for certificates.

Transcripts & Records

Official academic records for alumni and current students

International Student Program

Find out about attending El Camino College as an F-1 visa student.

South Bay Promise

Waived enrollment fees for eligible students

Warrior Welcome Center

One-stop help center for admissions and registration

Outreach & School Relations

Campus tours, school visits, college fairs, and special events

LGBTQIA+ Resources

Resources that encompass physical, social, emotional and spiritual facets of sexual orientation and gender identity.

Get Help from Admissions & Records

Our Admissions & Records team can answer your questions about applying, registering for classes, and getting copies of your records. We also can point you to help with financial aid and other needs.

Email Admissions or visit the Virtual Admissions and Records Desk during business hours.

Virtual Admissions and Records Hours: M, TH & F Noon-2pm | T & W Noon-2pm and 4pm-5pm

Email Admissions Visit Virtual Admissions and Records Help Desk