First-Time College Student Admissions
Learn how to apply to Collin College as a first-time U.S. college student.
Taken some College Courses in the Past?
If you have college credit from Collin College or another institution, you may want to check out the returning and transfer student admissions process.
Start Your Application
To start your application, visit Apply Texas, select application type Undergraduate (two-year), and choose Collin College from the list.After Your Application
- After submitting your application, you will receive an email with your CWID (student ID) and important next steps within 24-48 hours.
- In the meantime, you can start collecting your required documents and preview next steps to keep up with your admissions process.
Transcripts
High School transcripts can be submitted through mail or electronically directly from
the issuing institution.
Submitting Your Transcripts
Bacterial Meningitis Vaccination
If you are younger than 22, you will need to submit proof of the bacterial meningitis
vaccination at least 10 days prior to attending classes on campus.
Submitting Proof of Vaccination
Texas Success Initiative (TSI)
Unless exempt, you must take the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment to enroll in classes.
TSI Testing and Exemptions
New Student Orientation
As a first-time college student, you are required to attend new student orientation
before registering for classes. Get more information on orientation dates and registration.
View Orientation Dates
Campus Safety Training
Once you receive your student account information, campus safety training will appear as a task in your Workday student portal under Awaiting Your Action.
Log-In Resources
First Year Experience
Preparing to start college can be an overwhelming time for students. At Collin College, it is important that every student be set up for success. Check out a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know as a first-year college student.
Visit First-Year ExperienceAchieve Your Goals Your Way
Collin College has tons of educational opportunities that make it easier to accomplish
your goals while catering your college experience to what's best for you.
University and Academic Partnerships
Co-enroll or transfer to leading universities through Collin College.
Learn About Our Partners
Bachelors Programs
Pursue a bachelor's degree and receive high-quality education at an affordable price.
View Bachelor Offerings
Weekend College
College can be flexible! Adapt your education to your schedule.
Discover Weekend College
More to Explore
Check out some additional resources to help set you up for success at Collin College.