Start Your Spartan Journey Today
Don’t put your future on hold. Enroll in Northampton Community College (NCC) today to unleash your potential and explore the possibilities ahead.
Ready to get started? Our application process is straightforward, saving you time and effort. Keep reading through our step-by-step enrollment guide to begin your journey with us.
4-Step Enrollment Checklist
At NCC, the application process is easy, fast, and free! All you need to do to get started is create an account.
When completing your application, be sure to carefully read all instructions and complete every field. When you’re done, click submit!
If you’d like to enroll in one of NCC’s selective admissions programs, please note that there are additional requirements and prerequisite courses you must complete. For a detailed breakdown, review the information on selective program admissions.
After you submit your application, check the email account you entered when applying. You’ll receive an email with your login information for your Workday Student Portal (NCC's student information system).
If you have any questions, we’re here to help. Send us an email or call 610.861.5500 to connect with the Admissions Office.
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It is also important for NCC to review your educational history to determine your placement into English and math courses and whether any credits will transfer from previous college-level education. All students must submit official transcripts from any high school(s) or college(s) attended. If you took AP exams, you can request a score report through your College Board account to receive credit for your AP exams. If you earned a GED or state high school equivalency diploma, please submit a copy.
Official transcripts may be sent electronically from the school(s) you attended to transcripts@northampton.edu.
Paper transcripts must be in a sealed envelope from the sending institution to be considered official and sent directly to:
Northampton Community College
Records and Registration Office
3835 Green Pond Rd
Bethlehem, PA 18020
If you have additional questions regarding transcripts, contact our Records & Registration Office at record@northampton.edu.
Transcript Information
Before starting the FAFSA, you must gather important information, such as your federal tax returns from recent years, other income information, and your Social Security number.
Here’s how to get started:
- Submit the FAFSA at studentaid.gov
- Complete the PA State Grant Form if you’re a resident of Pennsylvania
- Apply for NCC scholarships. NCC has one of the largest scholarship programs in the state and awards up to 1,000 scholarships each year. Explore available scholarships and apply here
After you submit your FAFSA, the NCC Financial Aid Office may contact you for additional information. Please respond to these requests promptly to ensure you receive your financial aid without delay.
If you need assistance with your FAFSA or have any other financial aid questions, you can connect with the Financial Aid Office at financialaid@northampton.edu or 610.861.5510.
To help you acclimate to student life at Northampton, you must attend a one-hour orientation, Getting Started: Preparing for Advising and Registration. During this virtual session, you’ll learn about the basic processes and technology you need to be successful as a Spartan. We’ll cover important next steps in the enrollment process, like transcripts and placement, completing your FAFSA, academic advising, how to log in to your Workday Student Portal and access your NCC student email, and more.
Orientation sessions are available multiple times each week.
If you are a guest/visiting student, you are not required to attend Orientation Part 1, but we strongly encourage you to complete this step to prepare for success.
If you are a dual enrollment student, you should complete the dual enrollment version of Orientation Part 1, which offers content specifically for dual enrollment students.
If you have questions about orientation, please contact us at orientation@northampton.edu.
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Your final step to finish your enrollment is to meet with your academic advisor so you can register for classes.
You will be assigned an academic advisor to help you understand your program requirements, determine your course placements, plan your class schedule, and explore transfer options. Additionally, your advisor can connect you with essential student resources and help you get involved on campus to ensure your NCC student experience is one to remember.
You can expect an email from your advisor outlining important information, including how to set up your advising appointment. Before your meeting, please complete the following items:
- Make sure you have submitted your transcripts
- Review placement testing requirements
Guest/visiting students are not assigned a specific advisor and should visit drop-in advising either in person or virtually for assistance.
Contact the Academic Advising Office at 610.861.5346 or advinfo@northampton.edu if you have any questions.
Workday Student Portal
Dual Enrollment Students
Please note, if you are a high school student who is applying as a Dual Enrollment student at NCC, please follow our Dual Enrollment Admissions Process which can be found here.
