Admissions

-apply for financial aid early.
-plan ahead for parking
-get an AS benefits sticker on your id card and take advantage of the activities building on your free time between classes

See a career counselor first it is a walk in process and they will direct you in every way imaginable.

-Sign up for classes the day and time you are scheduled to avoid needing to petition.
-head to student bookstore before school starts and make a list of you books needed (bring course #) Buy books online/or rent them online.
-Pack lunch/snack, it is cheaper and healthier.

I was involved in the Associated Students my entire time at Cypress and was the Student Body President during my last year. Your involvement really makes a big difference in your college career. So I suggest that you get involved and make the most out of it.

Also, don't get sidetracked in your studies. Get in and get out of community college. I've met so many students who lost sight of their goals and have been there for years. Don't let this be you. Know the schools you want to apply to ASAP and make sure you are following their transfer expectations (GPA, course work, extracurricular, internships, etc)

Be sure to visit the financial aid office every year because even if you did not get financial aid one year the next year you may get some and maybe even get reimbursed for the year before.

Go into this with a positive attitude and don't be embarrassed to ask questions and ask for help. The entire faculty and staff are all willing to guide and help you.