New Student Registration Orientation

Are you a brand new student to Santa Ana College? If yes, then this orientation is for you! The registration orientations are done in small groups (up to 15 students) and are led by a Counselor. During the first 30 minutes students will be provided with an overview of Santa Ana College, the English and Math placement process, cost, financial aid information, and registration process. Students will have the opportunity to briefly meet one-on-one with a Counselor for academic advisement and to develop a two-semester abbreviated education plan. We are currently offering virtual online registration orientations.

To participate in a New Student Registration Orientation, a student must:

Apply to Santa Ana College to obtain a Student ID number.
Sign-up for a registration orientation.

Note: Early Registration

Students who attend the new student registration orientation from 05/17/2021 - 06/07/2021 will be able to register for classes on the same day. If you have not applied for the Summer 2021 or Fall 2021 semester, please click here to apply online.

Exceptions to the Same Day Registration: If you are a current high school student planning to take classes in the summer or fall (concurrent enrollment), please review the Dual Enrollment & Concurrent Enrollment Opportunities website and registration dates website.

Note: If the link is not working please call us at 714-564-6148 to schedule a Registration Orientation.

What services could I receive during the Registration Orientation?

Discuss your placement options based on your Career Academic Pathway.
Help in selecting your Career Academic Pathway (major) and clarify your education goals.
Choose the best courses for you.
Assistance in registering for classes.
Learn about the various options SAC has to assist you in paying for your classes.

Orientations are conducted through ZOOM, a web-based video conferencing application. Each session will feature a host and a co-host to ensure that all questions are answered. For accessibility, you may either call into the session or use the Zoom application.

Frequently asked questions:

How can a student accept a Zoom invitation and participate in Zoom session, click on: How students use Zoom video.

How can a student speak with a counselor using Cranium Cafe: Santa Ana College student Cranium Cafe video.

Need help registering for classes? You can get assistance by visiting SAC's Online Front Desk.

Online Educational Plan: How to Register for Classes and Add Authorizations Information

If you have any questions please call the Assessment Center at (714) 564-6148.

New Student Registration Orientation