Welcome back to Virginia Peninsula Community College! Whether you’ve been away for a semester or a few years, we are glad you are here. This guide will help you get back on track.
STEP 1: Reapply (if needed)
- If you haven’t taken classes within the last 3 years (9 terms), you must reapply. This will reactivate your student record. If you’ve been active within that time period, you can skip to Step 2.
- If you have been suspended from VPCC or another institution complete this additional form: Application for Admission After Suspension or Dismissal
STEP 2: Sign in to myVPCC
On myVPCC, use the “Forgot My Username” and/or “Forgot My Password” if needed. If you need assistance with logging in, please contact the IT Helpdesk.
- Click the SIS icon
- Check for any holds. Your holds will be listed in the Action Items & Messages panel.
- Follow the instructions shown on the screen to have the hold removed from your file. If you have questions, contact the department listed on the screen for more information.
- The Tuition & Payments panel displays your domicile status, which determines your tuition rate. For more information on how to be eligible for in-state tuition, click here.
STEP 3: Financial Planning
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for federal, state, and institutional financial aid that can help you pay for tuition, fees, and textbooks.
- Check your Action Items & Messages in SIS frequently for updates on your financial aid package.
- Complete the Scholarship Application.
- Using military/veterans benefits? Make sure you meet with our Military and Veterans Services staff.
- Make a plan to pay your tuition. Payment plans are also available. Tuition deadline dates are posted on our Academic Calendar. If you don’t pay by the deadline, you may get dropped from your classes, and you’ll need to register again.
STEP 4: Make an Appointment with an Advisor
- You’ll use Navigate (found in the myVPCC portal) to make an appointment with your Advisor. Navigate will be available the day after you apply.
- Learn more about Navigate and how it is used.
- Your advisor will help you make a plan to finish your program. They’ll be able to let you know how close to graduation you are and what classes you still need to take.
STEP 5: Send Us Your Official Transcripts
- If you took classes at another college since the last time you attended, have official transcripts sent to us. For instructions and information about transferring credits to VPCC, please visit our Transfer page.
- If you took classes somewhere else, make sure to bring unofficial transcripts to your advising appointment.
STEP 6: Register for Classes
- Using the programs of study in the College Catalog and the Class listing, determine which classes you need to take.
- Next, access SIS through myVPCC. Add classes to your cart and register. This will hold your place in classes and ensure you are taking the right classes for your program.
- You can also attend a FastTrack to Registration event for assistance.
- Check your Student Gmail daily. This is how we will communicate with you about important updates. Find your student email in myVPCC.
Other things to do before classes start
Attend Optional New Student Orientation
Our New Student Orientation is a program for all students. If you’ve been away from the College for a while, you’ll want to get updates about important College processes and student support services.
Order Textbooks Online
Visit our bookstore, your one-stop shop for all the materials you need to succeed.
Get your Student Photo ID and Parking Permit
Additional Resources That May Apply to Returning Students
Academic Renewal
Students who return VPCC after a separation of five (5) years or more may petition for academic renewal. If a student is determined to be eligible for academic renewal, “D” and “F” grades earned prior to re-enrollment will be deleted from the cumulative and curricular grade point average (GPA), subject to conditions. See the Academic Renewal section of the College Catalog for more information.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Federal regulations require that a student receiving federal financial aid make Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in accordance with the standards set by VPCC and the federal government. These limitations include all terms of enrollment and whether or not aid was awarded or received.
Name & Personal Information Change Instructions
- Log in to myVPCC
- Click on SIS
- Click on the button for Forms near the bottom
- Click on the tile for Student Records eForms
- Select Student Data Change
- Complete form and upload relevant documents