Apply and Enroll step by step

How to Enroll and Register for E-Learning/Distance Education Courses

1. Complete the GCSC Application for Admission.

   You can apply online.  Visit http://www.gulfcoast.edu/admissions/online_application.htm for full instructions.

2. Request official transcripts from high school and previous college(s), if any, or provide documentation of GED. Our Admissions office will NOT accept hand delivered transcripts.

   Tell your former institution to send your transcripts to:

   Attn: Admissions Office
   Gulf Coast State College
   5230 W Hwy 98
   Panama City, FL 32401

3. Take the College Placement Test.
   You can arrange to take this online if you reside outside the state of Florida.  Contact Kara Hillard at khillard@gulfcoast.edu to schedule an online Placement Test session.

   Dates and times are scheduled weekly on campus.
   The fee is $5.00 and may be paid in the Business Office or the Bookstore.

4. Contact an Advisor.

   If you need assistance contacting an advisor, contact us and we will forward your request.

   See the college catalog for a list of programs and advisors.
   Your advisor will assist you in planning your schedule.

5. Apply for financial assistance, if needed.
   You may contact the Financial Aid Office by:
   Calling (850) 769-1551, ext. 3845, or visit http://www.gulfcoast.edu/finance_assist/

6. Schedule classes, register and course information.
   Click these links:  Course schedule and registration information.
   If you need further assistance, please contact the GCSC E-Learning Office at (850)-872-3854 or by e-mailing vcampus@mail.gulfcoast.edu.

   Once you have selected your course(s), you can locate specific course information here. There you will find your instructors contact information, your text book list, test dates where available, and a brief course description.

7. Pay tuition and fees.

   Fully online classes will be assessed a $15 per credit hour fee.
   
   The deadline for fee payment is listed in the College Calendar linked on the far left.
   Fees may be paid by:

   To Pay Online: Visit 
   https://cpnta.gulfcoast.edu/csrs/ for full instructions.
   (You must be registered and have an OASIS Pin number from the
   GCSC Admissions Office before you can pay online).

   OR

   By calling (850) 769-1551, ext. 3879 using MasterCard or VISA.

   OR ON LOCATION:
   At the GCSC Business Office located in the Administration Building,
   At the Bookstore when you purchase your books,
   At the Gulf/Franklin Center,
   At Tyndall Air Force Base during the advertised registration period

8. Buy books.
   You may:
   Visit the GCSC Bookstore Web Site,
   OR
   Complete a Book Request Form at the book store.
   Call the GCSC Bookstore, (850) 759-1551, ext. 3585, and purchase using MasterCard or Visa (shipping/handling charges will be assessed).
   Books may be purchased at Tyndall Air Force Base during specified times for classes taught at that location.

9. If necessary, obtain DVDs from the GCSC Library.
   (It will be indicated in your course syllabus/outline if you need to complete this step.)

   If your course requires a "companion" DVD students should:

   Order DVDs online here to be mailed to you.

   or Obtain DVDs from the Circulation Desk at GCSC Library (must have proof of registration),

10. IF YOUR COURSE USES the COLLEGE'S COURSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM called ANGEL (most do...it will be noted in the course syllabus/outline )
    Log in to Angel.
    Go to http://angel.gulfcoast.edu. Your username and password will follow this format:
    Username: Lastname.Firstname
    Password: Your date of birth (yyyymmdd) as listed in Student Records with no dashes or spaces between the numbers.
    EXAMPLE: If your name is John Smith, and you were born on July 2nd, 1985 your username would be smith.john, and your password would be 19850702
    You will be required to change your password the first time you log in.

11. Start class!
    Attend orientation session for your course.
    If not able to attend, contact the instructor.

12. Testing Information:

    Students living in Bay County will now test in the GCSC Testing Center. The Testing Center is located on the main campus of GCSC, in Student Union West, 3rd Floor. Information on student's specific test dates will be provided through student's Angel account. Students must make an appointment for taking exams by contacting the Testing Center.

    Students in Gulf and Franklin Counties may take tests at the Gulf/Franklin Center in Port St. Joe. They must contact the Testing Center at least two weeks prior to the first exam date.

    CLICK HERE FOR TESTING CENTER CONTACTS

    Students Residing Outside Bay, Gulf, or Franklin counties:

    The Testing Center must be contacted by the student at the beginning of each semester if exams require a proctor.