Registration Guide - American River College

Registration
Guide
American River College
Spring 2010
Key Early Spring Dates
NOV 30-DEC 13
Priority 1 enrollment
DEC 14-20
Priority 2 enrollment—
Returning/transfer/new
students who missed Nov.
deadline
DEC 21-JAN 15
Open enrollment
All students
JAN 16
Classes begin—
Full semester, 1st 5-week,
1st 8-week
JAN 16-17
Sat and Sun classes begin
JAN 18
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Holiday—College closed
FEB 12 & 15
Presidents Day Holidays—
College closed
MAR 5
Last day to petition
for Spring graduation—
degrees and certficates
MAR 29-APR 4
Spring Recess
No Classes
www.arc.losrios.edu
LOS RIOS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Spring 2010 Deadlines
SPRING
SESSIONS
Classes
begin
Last day
to enroll
Last day to drop
to qualify for all
fee refunds
Last day to
drop without
notation on
record
Last day to petition for Credit/
No Credit, Indep.
& Sp. Study
Last day
to drop with W
notation**
Classes end
Full semester
January 16
January 31
January 29
February 14
February 11
April 18
May 19
1st 8 weeks
January 16
January 31
January 22
February 1
February 1
February 28
March 15
2nd 8 weeks
March 16
March 31
March 19
April 1
April 1
April 28
May 13
1st 5 weeks
January 16
January 26
January 22
January 27
January 27
February 14
February 24
2nd 5 weeks
February 25
March 8
February 26
March 9
March 9
March 29
April 10
3rd 5 weeks
April 12
April 21
April 16
April 22
April 22
May 8
May 18
**Dropping beyond this date will result in an automatic “F” grade for the course.
For sessions not listed, all identified as “OT” (Other Term), use the day before the class begins as the last day to drop for a refund and/or to drop without a “W” notation.
9 Steps to Successful Enrollment
Step 1 – Apply Online
Students may apply to ARC by submitting an online application. Go to the
ARC home page at www.arc.losrios.edu and click on the “Application” link.
Upon completing the application students will then be issued a Student ID
number. In addition, students will receive information regarding how to
complete the enrollment process.
Step 2 – Get Your Student ID Number
After students have successfully submitted their on-line application, allow
up to 30 minutes for processing. Step 1 – Return to the ARC home page at
www.arc.losrios.edu and click the eServices/eLearning link. Step 2 – Click on
the e-Services link. Step 3 – Click on the link “Get Your Student ID Number”
located on the left side of the screen. If you are a continuing or returning Los
Rios student, your Student ID number will remain the same.
Step 3 – Assessment
All new students are required to complete the basic skills assessment tests
in English or ESL, reading and mathematics. These tests assist counselors
in determining appropriate course placement. The current test schedule is
available online at http://web.arc.losrios.edu/~assess/
Step 4 – New Student Orientation
After completing the ARC assessment, complete the New Student Orientation
online at http://orientation.arc.losrios.edu.
Step 5 – Meet with a Counselor
All students should meet with an ARC Counselor. Contact the Counseling
Center to schedule a counseling appointment at (916) 484-8572.
Step 6 – Enrollment Appointment
After completing the above steps, students will be assigned an appointment
date and time to enroll on-line. Students can check their appointment
by logging into their eServices account. Student can enroll during their
scheduled appointment or anytime afterward.
Step 7 – Visit the Schedule of Classes
Go to the ARC home page at www.arc.losrios.edu and click on the “Schedule
of Classes” link. Click the Spring 2010 link and then select American River
College.
Step 8 – Enroll in Classes
Students can register for classes online through eServices or visit the ARC
eServices Student Center located in the Cafeteria. The eServices Center
provides students computer access and one-on-one support.
Step 9 – Pay Enrollment Fees
Payment of enrollment fees is due within 10 days of registering for classes.
Students must officially drop a class to avoid being charged for it. It is
the student’s responsibility to drop any unwanted classes by the deadline
identified for the term (see “Spring 2010 Deadlines,” above).
Payment by Visa or MasterCard may be made online. Students may also
pay by credit card, check, or cash at Business Services in the Administration
Building.
California Community College enrollment fees for all students are set at
$26 per unit. Additional tuition fees apply to non-resident and international
students.
Activate Your iMail Account - Your College Connection
Your Student Access Card
E-mail communication with the district, college and your instructors
is done by activating your free iMail account (student e-mail). You
can set-up your iMail account on any computer using your student
ID# at http://imail.losrios.edu. After you activate your account you
have the option of forwarding iMail messages to your personal
e-mail address.
Your Student Access Card serves as your all-in-one student card.
• College Student Photo I.D Card
• Regional Transit Card
• College Library Card
• Go-Print Copy Card
• Student Discount Card
Access Card Stations are located at Information Services (Administration Building), and Learning Resource Center (LRC)
Registration Tips
Wait Lists
Finding Open Classes
1. On the ARC website (www.arc.losrios.edu), click on “eServices/
eLearning”
2. On the Current ARC Students webpage, click on “eServices”
3. On the “Welcome to Los Rios eServices Web page: Enter your log-in ID,
your password, and click “Login”
4. Under “Academic Information,” select “Dynamic/Open Class Search”
5. On the Los Rios Class Search page, select “Spring 2010” semester,
“ARC” as your college, a course subject from the drop-down list, and
click “View Courses.”
Note that classes open and close frequently, due to student adds and drops.
If the class you want is closed, continue checking class wait list status.
When a class becomes full students will be placed on the wait list (20
students maximum). Wait list status may change throughout the enrollment
period (status updates may be sent to your iMail account). Students need
to regularly monitor their wait list status (check your eServices account
for status). Wait lists are no longer available after the first day the course
begins. Students must attend the first class meeting if added to the wait
list to obtain a permission number from the instructor (if there is room in
the class). Permission numbers are valid for 48 hours. If the student no
longer wants to take the course they must drop the class. If a student is
automatically enrolled from the wait list payment of enrollment fees are due
within 10 days of enrollment.
Class locations
Dropping Classes
Check location information when selecting your classes – do not assume
that they meet on the main campus on College Oak Drive. Off-campus sites
include Ethan Way, McClellan/Public Safety Center, Mather, Natomas, and
San Juan [see map on back of this booklet].
It is the student’s responsibility to drop any unwanted classes by the deadline
identified for the term (see Spring 2010 Deadlines). Students can drop
online or in person at the ARC eServices Center.
Office Hours
OFFICE
First two weeks of semester
Regular hours
Enrollment Services
484-8261
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-8:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-7:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
eServices Center
484-8152
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-7:30 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-4:30 pm
Monday-Thursday, 7:30-6:30 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-4:30 pm (special Sat. hours below)
Assessment
484-8423
Monday-Thursday, 8:00 am-7:00 pm
Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Mon., Thu., Fri., 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Tuesday, Wednesday , 8:00 am-7:00 pm (special Sat. hours below)
Business Services
484-8481
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-8:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-7:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Counseling
484-8572
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-8 :00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-7:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Financial Aid
484-8437
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-8:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm
Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am-7:00 pm
Friday, 7:30 am-5:00 pm (special Sat. hours below)
All Offices
Winter Recess: December 18- January 3
(Office hours are subject to change. Please visit
our website [www.arc.losrios.edu] or call for
open hours during this time.)
Spring Recess: March 29-April 4
(No classes in session. Some offices open. Offices listed above will be
open during Spring Recess, Monday-Thursday, 7:30 am -5:00 pm All
offices closed on Friday, April 10.)
Special Saturday Hours
Assessment, Counseling, eServices, and Financial Aid will be open January 9, 16 & 23, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
More information online: www.arc.losrios.edu
Refunds
There are no refunds for courses
dropped after the deadlines
identified for the term (see inside
“Spring 2010 Deadlines”).
A refund request must be filed
by the last day of instruction in
the semester or term for which
the fee was paid. Refunds are
not automatic and credits do
not roll from one semester to
the next. Obtain a fee refund
application at Business Services
in the Administration Building.
The Fee Refund application may also be submitted online [www.losrios.edu/refundapp.htm]
Go online any time, day or night, for
• Online Class Schedule
• Final Exam Schedule
• Event Calendar
• College Catalog
• Student Services
• College Tour
• and much more
Class Locations
ARC Main Campus
4700 College Oak Drive
(916) 484-8011
Ethan Way Center
1410 Ethan Way
(916) 563-3276
Mon-Fri, 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Mather Center
10150 Missile Way, Mather, CA
Natomas Education Center
2421 Del Paso Road
(916) 485-6000
Mon-Thurs. 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Fri, 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Classes also offered at adjacent
Inderkum High School
Sacramento Regional Public
Safety Training Center/McClellan
Center
5146 Arnold Avenue, McClellan, CA
(916) 570-5000
Mon-Sat., 8:00 am- 4:30 pm
San Juan Center
San Juan High School
7551 Greenback Lane, Citrus Heights
(916) 723-1481
Mon-Thurs, 5:00-9:00 pm
Parking Information
• All vehicles on campus 7:00 am – 11:00 pm must display a permit or
daily parking permit. Permits are not required during non school days
and weekends.
• Handicapped Parking disabled students are required to display a ARC
daily or semester parking permit including a placard or license plate for
person with disabilities.
• Daily Parking Tickets are $1 and dispensed from machines located in
each parking lot.
• Motorcycle Permits are $15 per semester. Motorcycles are required to
park in designated motorcycle areas and may not park in regular spaces.
• Semester Parking Permits are $30 and can be purchased at Business
Services in the Administration Building. Remember that a parking permit
does not guarantee a parking space.
Important Phone Numbers
Assessment Center.............................................................484-8423
Behavioral/Social Sciences .................................................484-8283
Bookstore..........................................................................484-8111
Business Services................................................................484-8481
CalWORKs Support Services.............................................. 484-8059
Campus Life/Student Activities............................................484-8471
Career & Job Opportunity Center........................................484-8492
Child Development Center..................................................484-8651
College Police....................................................................558-2221
Computer Science & Information Technology.......................484-8361
Cooperative Work Experience.............................................484-8182
Counseling Center..............................................................484-8572
DSP&S (Enabling Center)...........................484-8382 (TTY 484-8365)
English...............................................................................484-8101
Enrollment Services............................................................484-8261
EOP&S...............................................................................484-8128
eServices Helpline.............................................................484-8152
Financial Aid......................................................................484-8437
Fine & Applied Arts.............................................................484-8433
Health Center.....................................................................484-8383
Health and Education.........................................................484-8902
Humanities .......................................................................484-8653
Information Services...........................................................484-8923
Instruction ........................................................................484-8540
International Students........................................................484-8774
Learning Disabilities...........................................................484-8487
Learning Resource Center...................................................484-8693
Library...............................................................................484-8455
Lost and Found..................................................................484-8019
Mathematics......................................................................484-8215
Physical Education and Athletics.........................................484-8201
Records and Transcripts......................................................484-8513
Re-entry Center..................................................................484-8391
Science and Engineering.....................................................484-8107
Technical Education . .........................................................484-8354
Transfer Center...................................................................484-8685
Veterans Affairs..................................................................484-8135
Workforce Development.....................................................484-8622