High School Student Checklist
Step 1 APPLY ONLINE
Complete a CCCApply Admission Application online (www.napavalley.edu). Click on "Apply to NVC Online!"
Step 2 COMPLETE THE PLACEMENT PROCESS
Complete the Placement Process by signing up for an English or Math placement test in the Testing and Tutoring Center (707) 253-3270 or in the General Counseling Center. If you complete the Placement Process and Orientation, you will gain Priority Registration as a "New Matriculated Student."
Step 3 COMPLETE AN ORIENTATION
Complete an Orientation either in person or online (www.napavalley.edu/orientation). In-person orientations can be scheduled through the General Counseling Center.
Step 4 COMPLETE THE HIGH SCHOOL PERMIT TO ATTEND
Complete the High School Permit to Attend Form. Make sure all signatures are included: Student, Parent, and High School Official or designee and bring it in person to the Admissions and Records Office. If any signatures are missing, you will not be able to register for classes.
- A High School Permit to Attend Form is needed each term you wish to enroll in college courses while you are in high school
- If you are enrolling in a PE course, you must obtain an add card from the instructor on the first day of class, along with a signature from the Dean of Physical Education.
Step 5 COMPLETE PREREQUISITE EQUIVALENCY PETITION
Enrolling in a course that has a prerequisite:
- If you have taken the NVC prerequisite required for the course while you were in High School, fill out the Prerequisite Equivalency Petition available online (www.napavalley.edu/admissions). You will need to attach a copy of your High School Transcript and bring it to the Admissions and Records Office
OR
- If you have not taken the NVC prequisite required for the course you wish to enroll in, you will need to bring a copy of your High School Transcript and meet with a Counselor to conplete a Prerequisite Challenge Petition.
Step 6 COUNSELING/ADVISING
If you have any questions about Napa Valley College courses or programs including transfer to the University of your choice, please consult a Napa Valley College Counselor after you have completed the application, placement process and orientation. Please be aware of all deadline dates and adhere to all college rules and regulations. NVC Student Services staff and faculty intend to serve you, so do not hesitate to ask for help.
Please Note:
Counseling Services will be closed June 18th - July 5th due to budget constraints.
Note: Students who are 15 years of age or in the 10th, 11th, or 12th grades may attend Napa Valley College with approval. Students may also take up to 11 units of college credit per semester pursuant to California Education Code 76001(d).