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Getting Started - Returning Students

1. Apply to Virginia Western

If it has been more than three years since you attended Virginia Western, you must complete a new application.

There are three ways to apply to Virginia Western:

• Review instructions and apply online.
• Download the VWCC Application in PDF format. Return the completed application to the Virginia Western Admissions Office in Chapman Hall Rm 108, by fax at 540-857-6102 or by mail at:
  
  Admissions Office
  Virginia Western Community College
  P.O. Box 14007
  Roanoke, VA 24038
• Request a mailed application by contacting the Virginia Western Admissions Office at 540-857-7231.

You may also download the Application for In-State Tuition in PDF format.

2. Request Transcript Evaluation, if desired.

Students must initiate a formal request to have transcripts from other institutions evaluated for credit. A Request for Transcript Evaluation form can be submitted in the Admissions, Records, or Counseling offices. Only official transcripts will be evaluated.

Click here for more information about transcript evaluation.

3. File for Financial Aid

You can file for Financial Aid online or by filling out an application from the Financial Aid Office in Chapman Hall Rm 106. Refer to the Financial Aid site for more information.

4. Take your Placement Test

Placement testing is required of:

• new students who are seeking a degree or entering a program of study
• students planning to receive financial aid
• students entering the first semester of mathematics or English courses (including transfer students who do not have credit in mathematics or English)

Placement tests are given in the college's Learning Technology Center (LTC) and no appointment is necessary. Refer to the LTC web site for hours of operation.

For more information and practice questions, see our Placement Testing page.

5. Meet with a Counselor/Advisor

Advisors are available in Chapman Hall Rm 105 to help individuals on a first-come, first-served basis.

New students are highly encouraged to see a Counselor/Advisor in the Counseling Office while currently enrolled students should see their faculty advisor.

For more information on advising and counseling, please see the Advising & Counseling web site.

6. Select a Program of Study

It is important to select a program of study early if you intend to graduate from Virginia Western. In addition, all financial aid recipients are required to be placed in a curriculum to receive aid.

Counselors are available to assist you in Chapman Hall Rm 105.

Explore VWCC Programs of Study

7. Register for Classes

You can register for classes online through My VWCC. Instructions can be found in the Student Survival Guide.

View the current class schedule

8. Pay for Classes

You can pay your tuition online through My VWCC, in person, by mail, or through a payment plan. For more information, refer to the Tuition & Payment site.

9. Purchase your Books

The Bookstore is located on South Campus in Craig Hall, at the entrance of Duncan Hall. You can also purchase your books online through the Bookstore web site.