6 STEPS TO ENROLL AT COASTAL BEND COLLEGE
PLAN AHEAD: Before completing the application (Apply Texas), make sure you have all of your official transcripts and test scores. Depending on the volume of documents, processing can take up to 2 weeks.
STEP 1: Apply for Admissions
* Complete your ApplyTexas application: - ApplyTexas application (Fall 2021 and Spring 2022 ONLY) - Go ApplyTexas application (Summer 2022 and beyond) Create your account & create a new 2-year college admissions application. Select Coastal Bend College.
* Submit required documents to the CBC Admissions team at admissions@coastalbend.edu.
* Official high school and college transcripts or Proof of GED
* Test scores (TSIA, ACT, SAT, etc.)
* Submit Proof of Bacterial Meningitis (Age 22 and younger) * For more information on HOW to apply visit http://www.coastalbend.edu/How_to_Apply/.
STEP 2: Complete and Submit the FAFSA
* Apply online at https://studentaid.gov
* You can apply through the Federal Student Aid mobile app. Download the MyStudentAid from the Apple App store (iOS) or Google Play (Android).
PLAN AHEAD: Have you researched occupation information and trends, as well as created an interest profile? If not, now is the time. Check out this resource at https://texascareercheck.com/, which is provided by the Labor Market & Career Information (LMCI) Department of the Texas Workforce Commission.
STEP 3: Speak with a CBC Success Coach
* Send an email to studentsuccess@coastalbend.edu to make an appointment with a CBC Success Coach, who can meet with you in person, virtually, or over the phone.
* Discuss the programs you are interested in and your occupation research with the Success Coach.
* If you are interested in a Career Technical Education (CTE) program, meet with the CTE Specialist for guidance and eligibility for possible financial assistance with course equipment and supplies.
* Plan your selected pathway (degree plan or certificate plan)
STEP 4: Determine if you meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements
* Determine if you need to complete the TSI or if you are exempt. Visit http://www.coastalbend.edu/collegeplacement/. TSI Assessment Scores or proof of TSI exemption should be sent to testing@coastalbend.edu. For an official copy of your TSI score report visit, Steps to Request Your Scores webpage.
PLAN AHEAD: For financial planning purposes, review your financial aid award or begin developing a plan to pay for your CBC classes as soon as possible.
STEP 5: Register for CBC Classes
* If you are a new student, we encourage you to register with a Success Coach. You can also self-register through Cougar Den if that is more convenient for you.
PLAN AHEAD: Check the Payment deadlines on the CBC Academic Calendar http://www.coastalbend.edu/schedulescalendars/. If you DO NOT pay for your classes, you will be dropped for non-payment.
STEP 6: Pay for your CBC Classes
* Pay online by logging into your Cougar Den Account. You can pay by debit and credit card and even set up a payment plan.
* Pay in-person at your nearest CBC location (Beeville, Alice, Kingsville, & Pleasanton)
* If you are receiving financial aid, please contact a Financial Aid Representative to ensure you have completed all required steps to receive aid.