
Enrollment Checklist
Whether you’re a high school student, a returning student or just looking to take a class on the side, following these steps will make your admissions experience easy!
Enrollment Steps
Submit the Application for Admission.
It's free, and it only takes about 15 minutes to complete. To get started, you'll need:
- An email address that we can use to contact you.
- Name and address of the high school you have attended.
- Name and address of any colleges you have attended.
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Submit your final high school or GED transcript electronically.
- High School transcripts and GED transcripts can be ordered online.
- JCPS graduates can also order their transcript directly from JCPS.
- Dual Credit Students: You can send your non-KCTCS dual credit college transcript(s) electronically through National Student Clearinghouse, Parchment, or Credentials Solutions.
- Note: If you have not graduated from high school yet, we will need your final high school transcript that includes your graduation date.
Set up your KCTCS User Account.
If you have any questions or need help, please visit our 24/7 Student Service Center or call (855) 246-5282.
Send us your test scores or sign up for online placement testing.
- In light of COVID restrictions, new students can also use a qualifying high school GPS (2.2 or higher) for placement.
- If you have not met the high school GPA requirement, you may need to submit additional test scores.
- We have testing centers located at five of our campuses.
- ACT and KYOTE scores can be submitted on a high school transcript. Students can also request ACT scores online.
Explore Financial Aid - file your FAFSA.
- Need help filing your FAFSA?
- Don't forget to apply for scholarships!
- If you have any questions, need help, or are unable to complete the orientation, please reach out to us at JF-Orientation@kctcs.edu or (502) 213-2624.
Find ways to afford college.
- Be sure to check the current tuition rates.
- Learn how to set up a payment plan for your classes.
- For any questions about tuition or payment, you can contact the Bursar's Office.

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Need Help Getting Started?
If you have questions about admissions, transcripts, courses or financial aid, feel free to connect with a member of our admissions team!