New Student Checklist

Incoming Student at Admissions Office

Want to attend Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) and take that next step in your education or career? Complete the checklist below to guide you from application to being registered for classes. If you have any questions along the way feel free to reach out to the contacts below or live chat now by clicking the Chat Now image below.

1. Apply Online

  1. Complete the admissions application
  2. Submit transcripts showing proof of high school completion (or current high school transcripts if you have not graduated yet).
  3. Watch for your acceptance email and important information on next steps.

Contact
Admissions Office
admissions@stcc.edu
413-755-3333
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 168

2. Access Your STCC Account

  1. Watch for your STCC Account Login email. Your STCC Account Login email will arrive 24 hours after you receive your acceptance email. It will be sent from usersupport@stcc.edu with the subject line "STCC Account Login Information-IMPORTANT!".
  2. Get Started with Your STCC Account

Contact
IT Student Help Desk
413-755-4016
ChatNow

3. Complete FAFSA & Explore Payment Options

  1. Complete FAFSA
  2. Make payment arrangements with STCC

Contact
Student Financial Services
sfs@stcc.edu
413-755-4214
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 287

4. Submit Health Forms

  1. Submit Health Forms (all students)
  2. CORI/SORI Form (if required)

Contact
Health & Wellness Center
healthservices@stcc.edu
413-755-4230
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 177

5. View New Student Orientation (NSO), Blackboard Orientation, & ARIES Videos

  1. Attend New Student Orientation
  2. Attend Blackboard or Online Learning orientation
  3. View ARIES How-to Videos

Contact
Admissions Office
admissions@stcc.edu
413-755-3333
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 168

6. Take Placement Tests (if required)

  1. Learn more and find out if you're exempt

Contact
Testing & Assessment Center
testing-assessment-center@stcc.edu
413-755-4709
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 238

7. Register for Classes

  1. Meet with an Academic Advisor
  2. Find a program and curriculum
  3. Check class schedules and register for classes

Contact
Academic Advising & Transfer Center
advisor@stcc.edu
413-755-4857
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 232

8. Verify FAFSA & Make a Payment

  1. Verify FAFSA
  2. Make a Payment

Contact
Student Financial Services
sfs@stcc.edu
413-755-4214
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 287

9. Obtain RamCard/Student ID

  1. Register for classes. Please note, it may take up to an hour after you register for your classes for our system to update so we can create your RamCard.
  2. Visit the RamCard Office at Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 171.
    • A valid state or government-issued photo identification such as a driver's license or passport must be presented at the time your RamCard photo is taken and when RamCards are picked up (the college cannot accept permits for a Ramcard as these are not valid for identification).

Contact
RamCard Office
Ira H. Rubenzahl Student Learning Commons (B19), Room 171
413-755-3378
ramcard@stcc.edu

10. Waive Health Insurance

If you need to waive your health insurance please follow the steps below.

  1. Go to the Gallager STCC website.
  2. Follow the login instructions.
  3. Click "Waive".

Contact
Gallagher Koster
877-307-7847

11. Request Parking or a Bus Pass

  1. Request Parking or a Bus Pass

Contact
Parking Services
parking@stcc.edu
413-755-4238

12. Make Schedule Adjustments

  1. If you need to make adjustments to your class schedule please contact academic advising at:

Contact
Academic Advising & Transfer Center
advisor@stcc.edu
413-755-4857

13. Buy or Rent Books

  1. Buy or rent books from the STCC Bookstore.

Contact
STCC Bookstore
kascala@stcc.edu
413-755-4833

14. Log Into Class

  1. Access Blackboard

Contact
Blackboard System Administration
Garvey Hall (B16), Room 329
413-755-4345
online@stcc.edu

15. STCC With It!

  1. Get engaged, get support, and succeed! You can find a full list of student supports and services on our Student Support Quick Links page.