Current students and those who are just beginning or renewing their college career can begin registering for Winter semester classes at Oakland Community College beginning Monday, Oct. 28. Online registration runs through Jan. 5, 2025, and Winter semester classes begin Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
Priority registration for active students (those who have completed OCC credits within the last three years) begins on Oct. 28; open registration for all students begins on Oct. 29. Prospective students are encouraged to visit Admissions for information on applying to OCC. Guest students from other colleges and universities are encouraged to visit Guest Students before registering for classes. Students can view the schedule of classes and review winter class schedules and registration information on OCC’s registration page.
Variety of Course Formats Available
OCC continues to offer a variety of course formats in the winter semester including in-person; hybrid courses – a combination of in-person and online; and an increased number of fully online courses to meet student demand and offer maximum flexibility.
Some Students Qualify for Free Tuition
Thanks to two programs offered by the State of Michigan, many recent high school graduates and Michigan residents 21 and older may be able to qualify for free tuition at OCC:
- Michigan Reconnect - OCC, in partnership with the Michigan Reconnect program, is offering free in-district tuition to qualifying Michigan residents at least 21 years of age who want to earn an associate degree or certificate. Visit https://www.oaklandcc.edu/mireconnect.
- Community College Guarantee- Beginning Fall 2024, students from the high school class of 2023 and beyond may be eligible for the Community College Guarantee, which includes free in-district at OCC and other Michigan community colleges. To qualify, students must complete the FAFSA form and list “Oakland Community College” as the “first college of choice” on the form.
More Ways to Pay for College
OCC offers one of the lowest in-district tuition rates in Michigan and offers a variety of one-time grants, government financial aid programs, and many free scholarships.
- FAFSA - All college students are encouraged to apply for college financial aid through the U.S. Department of Education. Students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. Applying for FAFSA opens additional opportunities for grants, scholarships and more.
- OCC Scholarship Universe - Students should apply on Scholarship Universe, a scholarship-matching tool that connects students to internal and external scholarship opportunities. For more information on scholarships, visit https://www.oaklandcc.edu/finaid/scholarships.
Paying for College Information Sessions
OCC’s Financial Aid representatives are hosting a number of Information Sessions to help students with their scholarship and financial aid questions. Visit Paying for College Information Sessions for a list of these events.
Getting Started at OCC Virtual Events
OCC’s Admissions department is hosting one-hour Getting Started at OCC virtual events twice weekly every Tuesday and Thursday and will provide students with information on
- Applying and being admitted to OCC
- Setting up your MyOCC account and student email
- Completing Online Orientation
- English & Math Placement Information
- Meeting with a counselor and scheduling classes
To register for one of the events, visit Getting Start at OCC.
Stay on Track by Meeting with Counselors Before Registering for Classes
Meeting regularly with an OCC Counselor is the best way for students to stay on track in their academic progress toward their degree or plans to transfer to a four-year institution. OCC counselors can help students develop a plan to graduate in two years by taking 30 credits per year or three years when they take 20 credits per year.
To schedule an appointment, visit Counseling.
For more information about Winter semester registration, visit Registration.
About OCC
Oakland Community College offers nearly 100 degrees and certificates programs with the resources students need to be successful and advance our community. As a top transfer institution, OCC offers one of the state’s most affordable tuition rates and flexibility in scheduling with face-to-face and online options. The College is nationally recognized for its high-demand career training with expert faculty in their fields. More than 1 million students have enrolled in the College since it opened in 1965. Learn more at oaklandcc.edu.
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