Step-by-step Enrollment for Non-Degree Students

If you want to take courses at RACC for purposes other than earning credits toward a degree, you are a Non-Degree student. If you can say "yes" to any of the items on the checklist below, Non-Degree may be right for you:

  • I want to take courses for my own personal interest or to enhance my job skills.
  • I am interested in the opportunity to take courses without taking the required placement test or completing any required pre-requisites.
  • I am willing to assume responsibility for learning any pre-requisite material myself and I understand that the instructor(s) of the course(s) I register for will not be expected to cover information or skills taught or confirmed through RACC's placement test process or any required pre-requisites.
  • I understand that Non-degree students are not eligible for financial aid.
  • I understand that Non-degree students are not assigned an academic advisor.
  • I understand that the course(s) I take and the grade(s) I earn will become a part of my permanent academic record and I understand that whatever grade I earn in this course may impact my future financial aid eligibility.

To apply and register as a Non-Degree student, follow these steps:

  1. Complete the admissions application. There is no fee to apply to the college.
    1. Online Application
    2. Printable Application
  2. Submit your final transcripts (high school, GED, home school evaluations, and/or any college transcripts).
  3. Register for classes. As a Non-Degree student, you may choose to register for classes in 1 of 2 ways:
    1. Schedule an appointment to take the placement test, then attend a group registration session on the day of your placement test to enroll in courses.
    2. Complete a Non-Degree Registration form and return the completed form to Enrollment Services. You will be registered for your requested courses if space is available.
  4. Pay tuition and fees by the tuition due dates.
  5. Obtain your student photo ID and parking tag from the campus security office in the lobby of Penn Hall (Campus Map).
  6. Purchase books at the Campus Bookstore.
  7. Plan to attend new student orientation.

View our full checklist for first-time students.