Campus Tips and "How To" Videos

The following is meant to help you navigate your first few days at Mission College. If you don't know, just ask!

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"How To" Explainer Videos

Video Information
How to Apply to Mission College

We'll take you through a comprehensive step-by-step guide on how to become a part of our vibrant community in Santa Clara through the CCC Apply admission application. 

Visit MissionCollege.edu/Apply.
How to Search for Classes

Welcome to our step-by-step video guide on how to search for classes at Mission College.

With these simple steps, you'll be well-equipped to search for and find the classes that align with your academic goals and interests.

Visit MissionCollege.edu/Schedule
How to Purchase a Parking Pass

In this video we will be discussing how to purchase a parking permit at Mission College.

Visit MissionCollege.edu/Parking
Register for Courses

Once you have a Student ID number, you may register for classes through My Mission Portal.

Visit MissionCollege.edu/Portal
Search for Classes

Go to MissionCollege.edu/Schedule and use our search tool to find the classes right for you.
How to Get Added to a Waitlist

In this tutorial, we'll guide you through the process of joining a waitlist for a class at Mission College in Santa Clara.
How to Find Your Instructor's Email

With these simple steps, you'll be able to quickly find and access your instructor's email for any class you're enrolled in.
What to Take

Alum Trinidad Sanchez, now at San Jose State, gives some great advice on how to schedule classes.
Paying for Classes

You must pay for classes prior to the start of the term. Pay your fees using My Mission Portal.
Canvas

Never taken an online class before? We've got you - read this article.

If you add a class after it started prior to 11 p.m., you will have access to Canvas the next day.
WVM Email

The WVM Email address allows single sign-on and access to an array of free services, including how to see your class schedule through My Mission Portal. Learn how to activate your email and register for classes.
Waitlist

If a class is closed, you can add your name to the section’s wait list before the class begins. You will be notified by email of your status.
Public Transportation

Mission College will issue a personalized and free VTA Smart Pass Clipper Card to all registered Mission students to ride the VTA Bus and VTA Light Rail systems for free.
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Adding a Closed Class and Add Codes

Students can still add the class even after the semester start date, if there are seats available. The instructor will assign student an add code. To add a class once it begins, you must contact the instructor (whether you are wait listed or not) via email or in person at the first day of class.

Add codes will work on the first day of the semester.

If there are seats available, the instructor will assign students. Add codes can then be added within My Mission Portal. The Add Codes are valid through the first two weeks of the semester or a shorter period if a short-term course.

SemesterText

A collection of textbooks and calculators available for semester long check out. 

Disability Support Program and Services (DSPS)

For information regarding specific support services available through DSPS and special classes (listed under Learning Services), please call (408) 988-2200 or TTY (408) 727-9243, or email [email protected]

Transfer Center and Counseling

Have a question in regards to career or academic counseling? Need help in how to deal with a personal situation? Have a crisis? We are here to help! Visit the Transfer and Counseling Centers located on the first floor by Admissions. 

Veterans

Our Veterans Services Center (VALOR) is located on the second floor of the Campus Center. Located across from DSPS VA Counselors are available daily.

More information about our services for Mission College veterans is at MissionCollege.edu/VALOR

Food Service

Cafeteria–Open daily when regular semester classes are in session located in the Campus Center.

KJ's Café–Located on the first floor, lobby area of Main Building and in the Gillmor Center.

On Tuesdays and Thursdays the Hospitality Management Program serves lunch at The Bistro in their dining room from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is open to the public.

Parking on Campus

A valid student, staff, or one-day “daily” visitor parking permit is required to park on campus.