Apply & Enroll
Get ready to apply for admission and enroll in your classes at Houston City College. Take the first step to become an HCC Eagle!
How to Apply for Admission
To apply for admission to Houston City College, you will need to complete the application that best fits your situation. Scroll down to take a look at our application options.
HCC made a huge impact on my life. It gave me the chance to start a new career doing something that I love — and be able to provide for my family.
Aleksandr Zhirkov, Biomedical Technology Alum
We Are Here to Help
On-campus and virtual support options are available. For virtual support, please visit our Virtual Lobby, which is a one-stop resource to learn about the most up-to-date links and service hours for enrollment, advising, financial aid, and payment arrangement help.
What best describes you?
To make sure you complete the correct steps, choose the application type that fits you and your situation the best. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out.
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I'm a high school graduate or have high school equivalency, and I've never attended college before. I may have completed dual credit classes at HCC or another college.
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I have attended another college and want to transfer to HCC.
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I have attended HCC before, but haven't taken classes for at least three semesters.
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I'm living in another country and want to study at HCC on an F-1 Visa.
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I am a current member or veteran of the U.S. military, or the spouse or dependent of a veteran.
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I am interested in a short-term continuing education program to gain new skills or advance my career.
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I want to complete my high school coursework, take a high school equivalency assessment (GED) test, or complete an English as a Second Language course.
Admissions for Current High School Students
If you're a current high school student, you can take courses at HCC for college credit.
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College in High School
I'm a high school or homeschooled student and I want to earn credits toward my high school diploma and future college degree.
Not sure what to study?
Many students start school without knowing exactly what program or degree they want to complete. Explore all programs at HCC — or talk to us about your goals and we can help match you with the right options.
Academic & University Transfer Programs
Earn your associate degree at HCC and then transfer to a four-year university — or complete your bachelor's degree at HCC.
Workforce Training
Complete a training program that will prepare you for a career in Houston's workforce after graduation.
Continuing Education
Take a short-term course or program that will help you level up your knowledge and skills.
Application Deadlines
| Session Name | Application Deadline | Start Date | Semester Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Term | 12/05/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 1/11/2025 |
| Regular Term | 1/02/2026 | 1/12/2026 | 5/10/2026 |
| First 4 Weeks | 1/02/2026 | 1/12/2026 | 2/08/2026 |
| Second 4 Weeks | 1/30/2026 | 2/09/2026 | 3/08/2026 |
| Third 4 Weeks | 3/06/2026 | 3/16/2026 | 4/12/2026 |
| Fourth 4 Weeks | 4/03/2026 | 4/13/2026 | 5/10/2026 |
| First 5 Weeks | 1/02/2026 | 1/12/2026 | 2/15/2026 |
| Second 5 Weeks | 2/06/2026 | 2/17/2026 | 3/29/2026 |
| Third 5 Weeks | 3/20/2026 | 3/30/2026 | 5/03/2026 |
| First 8 Weeks | 1/02/2026 | 1/12/2026 | 3/08/2026 |
| Second 8 Weeks | 3/06/2026 | 3/16/2026 | 5/10/2026 |
| Second Start | 1/30/2026 | 2/09/2026 | 5/10/2026 |
| Dual Credit (15 Weeks) | 1/09/2026 | 1/20/2026 | 5/10/2026 |
| Dual Credit (14 Weeks) | 1/16/2026 | 1/26/2026 | 5/10/2026 |
| Session Name | Application Deadline | Start Date | Semester Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Mini 3 Weeks | 5/01/2026 | 5/11/2026 | 5/31/2026 |
| First 5 Weeks | 5/22/2026 | 6/01/2026 | 7/05/2026 |
| Second 5 Weeks | 6/26/2026 | 7/06/2026 | 8/09/2026 |
| First 8 Weeks | 5/22/2026 | 6/01/2026 | 7/26/2026 |
| Ten Weeks | 5/22/2026 | 6/01/2026 | 8/09/2026 |