Frequently Asked Questions

• • Have Registration Questions?

    Q:I have applied to Mt. SAC, what's next?

    A: Great! We’re so happy that you are continuing your education with us! You should be receiving an email from our Admissions and Records office. You will want to follow the New Student Registration Checklist found in your Student Portal, under the Student Success tab. (You will see it in the upper, left-hand corner of your screen.)

    Q: As a new college student, is it really worth it to do a summer program?

    A: YES!! If you are new to college, our summer programs are a great way to get a jump start on your education and learn about college life – all the while making new friends! Not to mention that if you sign up for either ourSTEPorSummer BridgePrograms, you can qualify for benefits throughPromise+Plus这包括提前注册你的第一个秋季和春季学期。Check out thisquick videoon the benefits of doing either of our two summer programs.

    Q: How do I find my registration date and time?

    A: Students can find their registration day and time in the Student Portal, under the Student tab,#8. Registration Appointment/ Hold one week before registration for that semester/intersession begins. Please seethis flyer视觉。You can also check out thisquick videoof how to check your registration date in your Student Portal.

    Registration dates for 2021 - 2022

    Fall 2021: July 7th, 2021 (Can check in portal on June 30th, 2021)

    Winter 2022: November 3rd, 2021 (Can check in portal on October 27th, 2021)

    Spring 2022: January, 12th, 2022 (Can check in portal on January 5th, 2022)

    Summer 2022: May 4th, 2022 (Can check in portal on April 27th, 2022)

    Fall 2022: July 6th, 2022 (Can check in portal on June 29th, 2022)

    Q: Where can I find the list of classes that are available for the upcoming term?

    A: You can search for classes in your Mt. SAC Student Portal under the Student Tab,#14.Search for Classes, however thebesttool to use is theonline class schedule. Please seethis flyerfor a visual, or you can check out thisquick videothat shows you how to use theonline class schedule.

    Q: How do I register for classes?

    A: You have the freedom of registering yourself for classes; no one else can do this for you. To do this, log into your Student Portal, then click on the Student tab,#4. Register, Add/Drop Classes. Please seethis flyerfor a visual, or you can check out thisquick videoon how to register for classes.

    Q: I was able to waitlist a course. Now what do I do?

    A:在候补名单上并不意味着你注册了这门课。一旦你进入了等待名单，你就有责任每天查看Mt. SAC的电子邮件，看看你是否收到了添加该课程的通知。如果有学生退学，排在候补名单上的第一个学生将收到一封电子邮件。您将负责登录您的Mt. SAC学生门户网站，并在收到电子邮件通知的72小时内添加课程。如果你在72小时内没有添加这门课，系统将不再允许你添加，然后下一个在等待名单上的人会收到通知邮件。Please seethis flyer视觉。每节课你只能在一个候补名单上。例如，你不能等待多个ENGL 1A课程。

    If you are still on the waitlist by the first day of class, you can attend the first day of class and ask your instructor for an add code. You will need the course CRN number and add code from the professor to add a class once the term has started. Instructors will usually add from the waitlist based on seats available. If you are not on the waitlist, your chances of being added on the first day are lower.

    If you need help adding a course after the term has started, please check outthis flyerfor information on how to do this.

    Q: How do I find out where I am on the waitlist?

    A: You can check your waitlist status by checking your Student Portal, under the Student tab,#13.Waitlist Position.

    Q: What do I do if the class I want to take is closed?

    A: Try registering for a different CRN that is open. You may also try to get on the waitlist. Lastly, you may attend the first class meeting. If there is space available in the class, the instructor may give you an add code to register on your student portal. Please keep in mind that instructors normally add students from the waitlist first before adding first day walk-ins. Please seethis flyerwith a visual on how to register for a course after the term has started.

    Q: I have an add code, how do I use it?

    A: First, you will need to register for the class using the original CRN number in your Student Portal, under the Student tab,#4.添加/删除类。在这一点之后，您将被要求添加代码或验证代码。一旦您输入了代码，请确保点击了Submit Changes按钮。当你注册这门课程时，你会看到“Web Registered”这个短语。每个CRN都有自己的添加期限。You can look up this deadline on theonline schedule of classesby clicking on the course CRN in blue. The add code can only be used once, and it must be used before the last day to add for that specific CRN.

    Q: What is a prerequisite?

    A: A prerequisite is a requirement that you must meet/complete before enrolling in a class. For example, the prerequisite for the class Math 180 is Math 160, or placement based on theAssessment Questionnaire. To enroll in Math 180, you need to first pass Math 160 or place directly into the Math 180 through theAssessment Questionnaire.

    Q: What is a corequisite?

    A: A corequisite is a class you must take together with the class you intend to take. For example, the class MUS 2 has a corequisite of MUS 5A, so to enroll in MUS 2, you must also enroll in MUS 5A during the same term. If you don't enroll in MUS 5A, you won't be able to enroll in MUS 2. You can choose any CRN of the MUS 2 course offerings and it does not need to be with the same instructor as in MUS 5A. If a course has a corequisite, this is indicated with a chain symbol next to the course CRN on theonline schedule of classes，如图所示。

    问:我如何证明我已经满足了课程的先决条件?

    A: If you've already passed the prerequisite course at Mt. SAC, or have been placed at a level where you do not need the perquisite with theAssessment Questionnaire, you will automatically be cleared for the next course sequence.

    If you are coming from another university or college and have taken the prerequisite course there, you will need to get a prerequisite clearance. There are several ways in which you can connect with a counselor for this. Please seethis flyer视觉。

    • You can submit aprerequisite clearance formthrough theCounseling Website.
    • You can meet with a counselor duringExpress Zoom Counseling (EZC)在秋季/春季学期的周一和周五上课。
    • You canemail a counselor(please make sure to include a copy of your unofficial transcripts).
    • You can call(909) 274-4380and speak with a counselor for Quick Question Sessions. Phone lines are open from 8am to 4:30pm. We are closed on Fridays during the summer intersession.
  • What classes do I take?

    Q:Which do I take first, my major or my general education (GE) classes?

    A: Although it is recommended that students begin takingGE classesfirst, student’s can mix their schedules to include both: a few GE’s and a few major classes. To see the suggested course sequencing for a certificate or degrees at Mt. SAC, please refer to ouronline catalog. (You can see anexampleof this with ourAssociate Degree for Transfer in Psychology.)

    If you are undecided on your major, it is recommended you focus on GE classes first to see what you are interested in, and then add on your major class requirements once you do decide on a major. While you are taking yourGE courses, you can attend anUndecided Major Workshopwhere you can work with a counselor on deciding on a major, or you can takeCOUN 5: Career & Life Planning, where you can learn about yourself and different careers while connecting with a counselor.

    问:我如何知道应该采用何种通识教育模式?

    A: If you are interested in an Associate of Arts (AA) degree or an Associate of Science (AS) degree, you will follow theAssociates Degree General Educationrequirements. If you are interested in transferring to a California State University (CSU) campus, you will follow theCSU General Education requirements. If you are interested in transferring to a University of California (UC) campus or a CSU campus, you will follow theIntersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC). If you are thinking of transferring to an out-of-state school or a private school, please consult with a counselor for further assistance.

  • 我怎么转车?

    Q: How do I know what classes to take if I am planning to transfer to a university?

    A: Students thinking of transferring to a CSU, UC, or Private University need to follow theGeneral Education Requirements以及该大学项目所需的主要预科课程。It is recommended that you meet with acounselorand/or takeCOUN 7: Introduction to the Transfer Processto make sure you understand these requirements.Mt. SAC also has aTransfer Centerthat offersworkshopson the different stages of transfer.

    Q: When do I apply for transfer?

    A: There are different application deadlines for theCSUs,UCs私立学校。Students need to submit the application based on the term they want to transfer, but usually students need to applya whole yearbefore they plan to be at their transfer school. Please see a Transfer Specialist at theTransfer Centeror acounselorfor more information.

    Q: Can I transfer to a university without an Associate’s Degree?

    A: Yes, you can transfer to a 4 year university without obtaining an Associate’s Degree from Mt. SAC. If you wanted to complete anAssociate’s Degree or Certificatefrom Mt. SAC before transferring, you could do that as well. We haveAssociate Degrees for Transfer (ADTs)这是针对学生想要获得学位和完成转学要求的同时。有关更多信息，请参阅“什么是转学副学士(ADTs)?”，在常见问题页面下。

    问:我必须要上外语课才能转学吗?我可以用高中的外语课吗?

    A:

    1. A foreign language class is not required to transfer to a CSU, but it is agraduation requirement for UC campuses. Thus, for students who have taken a foreign language in High School for two years and received a ‘C’ grade or higher, that would fulfill the requirement. Whether or not a foreign language is required to transfer will depend on the university and your major.
    2. If you have taken a foreign language class in high school, it is possible that you have satisfied the requirement. Please consult with acounselorfor further explanation.
    3. 如果你在另一个国家上的高中，主要的教学语言不是英语，那么你也有可能满足外语要求。Please consult with acounselor.
    4. If you are interested in applying to a private school or out-of-state school, please consult with acounselor.

    问:什么是转学副学士?

    A: An ADT is a designation for the degrees offered by California Community Colleges in partnership with California State Universities (for selected programs of study or majors). The purpose of the degree is to allow a student to prepare for both the general education and the major of interest (lower-division requirements) at the Community College level.

    Q: What types of Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT) are there?

    A: Associate of Science Degrees for Transfer (AS-T): These degrees are offered in technical-based disciplines (or subjects) such as Biology, Math, Business and so on. Associate of Arts Degrees for Transfer (AA-T): These degrees are offered in “theory-based” disciplines (or subjects) such as Art History, Psychology, Sociology, and so on. To see a list of Mt. SAC’s current Associate Degrees for Transfer, please visit theADT Websiteor connect with acounselor. You can also find ADTs in theonline Mt. SAC catalog.

    问:获得ADT证书有什么激励因素吗?

    A: Yes!

    • Priority Consideration for admittance to California State University (CSU)
    • Grade point average (GPA) bump for admittance purposes to California State University (CSU)

    • In some majors, a student who earned an ADT at the Community College will take no more than 60 units after transfer (at the University) – thus theADT degreeis a “pathway” for a rapid completion of a Baccalaureate Degree (Bachelor's Degree).

    Please speak to aTransfer Specialistorcounselorfor more details.

  • How do I get the credit for AP/IB scores, foreign language, or classes I have taken at another school?

    问:我在其他学校学习的课程如何获得学分?

    A: Pleasesubmit an official transcriptto theAdmissions and Recordsoffice. Currently, Admissions & Records are accepting E-transcripts and hard copies through mail. After completing 12 units at Mt. SAC, you may request a transcript evaluation through yourStudent Portal. Click on the Student Tab, and then click on Transcript Evaluation found underneath theAdmissions & Records Formssection.

    Q: How do I receive credit for AP (Advanced Placement) test scores?

    A: To receive credit forAP scores, students will need tosubmit their AP or IB Scoresto Admissions and Records:

    You canearn college creditif in high school you took anAdvanced Placement (AP)Course andpassed the AP test with a score of 3, 4, or 5. You can also earn college credit if you took anInternational Baccalaureate (IB)Class andpassed the IB test with a score of 5, 6, or 7.Mt. SAC can use these scores to grant credit towardMt. SAC degrees and certificates, toclear prerequisites, and use them towardsGE certificationfor transfer, as applicable.

    UC and CSU schools each have their own way ofcounting AP/IB scores. For further explanation, please connect with acounselor.

    问:我必须要上外语课才能转学吗?我可以用高中的外语课吗?

    A:

    1. A foreign language class is not required to transfer to a CSU, but it is agraduation requirement for UC campuses. Thus, for students who have taken a foreign language in High School for two years and received a ‘C’ grade or higher, that would fulfill the requirement. Whether or not a foreign language is required to transfer will depend on the university and your major.
    2. If you have taken a foreign language class in high school, it is possible that you have satisfied the requirement. Please consult with acounselorfor further explanation.
    3. 如果你在另一个国家上的高中，主要的教学语言不是英语，那么你也有可能满足外语要求。Please consult with acounselor.
    4. If you are interested in applying to a private school or out-of-state school, please consult with acounselor.