Registration Steps

Following the steps below will ensure that you are informed and prepared to be successful at Hartnell College.

	The first step for all new students - regardless of your academic goal - is to apply for admissions to Hartnell College. NOTE: After 1 working day, you will be able to access your Hartnell ID number. You will need your ID number to continue the enrollment process. To determine Financial Aid eligibility, submit a Financial Aid application. Applications include the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California Dream Act. Students may also complete the California College Promise Grant and submit to the Financial Aid Office. 2018 - 2019 CA Promise Grant Application (enrolling in Summer 2019) 2019 - 2020 CA Promise Grant Application (enrolling in Fall 2019) Contact the financial aid office if you have additional questions (831) 755-6806.
	Complete the Online Orientation for New Students in your P.A.W.S. portal. NOTE: To access your P.A.W.S portal, you will need to first access your student ID number. Follow the video or pdf instructions for assistance. Begin Online Orientation For orientation exemption, please see a Hartnell Counselor
	Obtain course placement in Math, English, or English as a Second-Language. Make an appointment to take your assessment exam. Assessments take place at all three campus locations (Main Campus, Alisal Campus, King City Center). Course placement is important, be sure to prepare for the exam by reviewing our study materials. Schedule your appointment at (831) 759-6054 NOTE: For recent high school graduates, we also use SAT, ACT, SBAC scores for course placement, please see a Hartnell College counselor for more information.
	All students must schedule an appointment to meet with a counselor to discuss their academic goals and to develop an educational plan. Call (831) 755-6820 to schedule an appointment. All students are required to have a comprehensive educational plan (a plan that outlines courses the student must take to complete their educational goal) by the 15 degree applicable unit mark. Completing the educational plan is mandatory for students in order to maintain their enrollment priority and register for courses. A student may be exempted from Counseling and having an educational plan (see exemption criteria).
	Register online using P.A.W.S. for Students Follow this link to the registration page for registration dates. Concurrent enrollment students less than 9th grade must register in person. Please consult the schedule of classes for dates and times. (step-by-step guide for Logging into PAWS for First Time Users video or pdf ) (step-by-step guide for Registering for classes video)
	Pay all registration fees by the payment deadline date to avoid being dropped from your classes. Please see the Payment Deadline Dates. Pay on-line at P.A.W.S. for Students (Click on Make a Payment)
	Visit the Associated Students of Hartnell College Office to obtain or update your CatCard. Bring a copy of proof of payment of enrollment fees.
	Follow up with your counselor to make sure you’re on track to achieve your academic goals. Check into any student support programs you might be eligible for (EOPS/CARE/CALWORKS, TRIO, Veterans, Foster & Kinship Care, MESA, ACE, and others) to make sure you’re getting all the support you need.