Admissions

There is no better time than now

Get the training and education you need to compete for today's high-demand careers. Oakland Community College provides you with the resources you need to be successful and offers one of the state's most affordable tuition rates.

Applying to OCC is easy and free. The Admission Coordinators are here to personally guide you through the admissions process. Check out our calendar to view live admissions events.

Steps to Apply

Select the student type that best fits you.

• New to College: I plan to pursue a degree or certificate program, and/or complete credits to transfer to a university.
• Transfer to OCC: I have credits from a different college/university and wish to transfer to OCC.
• Returning to OCC: I previously attended OCC but haven’t enrolled in three or more years.
• Dual Enrollment/Early College: I wish to take OCC classes while I’m in high school.
• Guest Students: I’m currently attending another college/university and want to take OCC classes to transfer back.
• International: I’m not currently a US citizen and wish to enroll at OCC.
• Non-Degree: I want to take classes for personal or professional enrichment. 
• English as a Second Language (ESL): I wish to enroll in classes that will help me become more fluent in English.
• Short-Term Training: I’m interested in training programs that will give me job skills in 14 weeks or less.