Steps to Get Started

Continuing Students

Welcome Back!

If you've attended a Peralta College within the past two primary semesters, you're ready to continue your journey. If it's been longer than two primary semesters, you'll need to get started again as a new student.

BCC Students

Continue Your Journey

Meet with a Counselor

Meet with a counselor to create your educational plan and prepare for registration.

Schedule an Appointment

  • See a counselor to complete your Educational Plan and get English, Math, Chemistry, and other prerequisite classes cleared.
  • If available, have a copy of your high school or college transcripts.
  • Contact Information: berkeleycitycollege.edu/counseling
  • Walk-ins: Check online for the most up-to-date drop-in hours. Counseling is located on the first (drop-ins) and second (appointments) floors near the Library.
  • To explore our program & career options, visit Career Counseling.
Register for Classes

Once you've completed the previous steps, you're ready to register for classes using the Student Portal.

  1. Complete Orientation (first-time students).
  2. Complete ESOL Orientation if applicable.
  3. Log in to the Student Portal.
  4. Open the "Manage Classes" tile to search and register for your classes.
Pay Your Fees

Pay at the Cashier's Office (first floor) or go to the Financial Account Tile in Campus Solutions to pay your fees.

* To avoid being dropped from your classes, pay your tuition by the payment deadline shown in Campus Solutions.

Get Your Student ID

Bring a valid photo ID and your current class schedule to the Welcome Center to receive your BCC student ID card and semester sticker.

Get Your Books & Course Material

You can purchase your textbooks at the Peralta Campus Store either online or located at Laney College in the A Building.