New Students

Find detailed application instructions and complete your application here: tri-c.edu/apply.

• Complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. School code: 003040
• Complete scholarship application at tri-c.edu/scholarships.
• Explore payment options at tri-c.edu/payingforcollege.

There are multiple ways students can place into English and math courses including ACT/SAT or high school transcripts. Visit tri-c.edu/placement to review your options. Please note, if you took an unproctored ALEKS math placement test, the scores will not be accepted for Fall 2022. You will need a proctored exam.

Official transcripts can be mailed in or sent electronically. For instructions visit tri-c.edu/transcripts. If student plans on using federal financial aid, an official GED or high school transcript with graduation date is required.

View and print a PDF of Tri-C's placement options here.

1. Attend New Student Orientation after your placement has been confirmed (virtual and in person options) tri-c.edu/orientation.
2. Schedule a counseling appointment at tri-c.edu/counseling.
3. Complete My Online Readiness Experience to prepare for online coursework.

Payment arrangements must be in place at the time of registration.

Enrollment To Do List

• Submit Official high school/GED transcripts.
• Sign into my Tri-C space.
• Check your Tri-C email for admissions details.
• Complete My Online Readiness and visit Admissions and Financial Services to get your student ID (Stomp Card). Bring a government-issued photo ID.
• Purchase textbooks online or at the campus bookstore after you register for classes.

Signing into my Tri-C space

Sign in to my Tri-C space. As soon as your application is processed, the College will generate your my Tri-C space account. Here, you will obtain important information regarding registration, financial aid and course planning. You can also access your student email through my Tri-C space. Check your email regularly for important updates.

1. Go to https://my.tri-c.edu.
2. Click Password Tools and Assistance.
3. Click Change Your Password to create a password.
4. Enter your Tri-C ID (S#) and click Continue.
5. Enter your date of birth as your old password (Use m/d/yyyy format with no leading zeros.)
6. Create a new password and reenter it.
7. Click the "Change" button to be redirected to the my Tri-C space login page.
8. Log in using your student email (S00000000@acad.tri-c.edu) and the password you just created.

(You will need to create a new password every 120 days.)

Multi-Factor Authentication

Once your password is established, you will be required to set up multi-factor authentication (MFA) to access certain Tri-C applications or tools. MFA is required by the college due to federal regulations. Read Student MFA Enrollment for detailed instructions. Contact the Tri-C Help Desk with any questions at 216-987-4357 or tri-c@edusupportcenter.com.