CGCC Application

CGCC Application

Welcome to Columbia Gorge Community College

Welcome! Let's start your journey at CGCC.
Application Instructions

Please complete this form carefully. Each applicant may submit only one application per personal email address.

Submitting an application does not guarantee admission. Your information will be reviewed, and if approved, you’ll receive login details by email.

All applications are verified — fraudulent submissions will be rejected.
Which program are you applying for?*
Choose the option that best matches your goals. Make a selection to view descriptions. Your selection can be changed later.
Degree-Seeking: For students seeking a degree, whether through full-time or part-time study at CGCC or by transferring credits elsewhere. Please note that this initial choice is flexible and can be adjusted during the enrollment process.
Community Education: For those who want to take community education (non-credit) classes.
GED/ABE/ESOL: For those who want to take English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), GED, or Adult Basic Education classes.
High School Programs (Dual Enrollment): For high school students who are applying to enroll into programs such as College Now, Early College, Expanded Options, or Running Start.
Having trouble deciding on the right program?

View our list of available programs and courses:
- Degree-Seeking Programs
- High School Programs
- Pre-College Programs (English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, GED)
- Community Education courses
Still unsure? Contact Student Services at studentservices@cgcc.edu or call us at (541) 506-6011, option 2.

Term*
Anticipated start date at CGCC: Select the term you will most likely begin attending courses. High School Students: If your exact term is not listed, please select the closest available option. Note: Fall 2026 applications are for students attending in September 2026.
Are you a new or returning student?*

New StudentReturning StudentOther
Which years did you attend CGCC?
Your best estimate
Which degree/certificate program are you planning to pursue?*
Which program are you interested in? This choice can be changed later in the process. Program information: https://www.cgcc.edu/cgcc-programs
You selected Undeclared. Please tell us why, so we can better support your next steps.*
Example: I’m still exploring my options, deciding between programs, working on prerequisites before joining a program, etc.
High School Program*
Which program are you interested in? See https://www.cgcc.edu/dual-credit for more information.
Pre-College Program *
Which program are you interested in? See https://ged.cgcc.edu for more information.
If you are a Direct Admissions student, please enter your school's code here.
Unsure what your code is? Ask your counselor or club advisor.
Personal Information
Full Name (Legal Name)*

Legal First Name*Middle Name (If applicable)Last Name*
Preferred Name
If different from your legal first name.
If you previously attended CGCC under any different names, please provide them below.
Birthdate*

MonthDayYear
Month - Day - Year
Gender*
Today

MonthDayYear
Date
Age
High School Email*

Confirmation EmailPlease use your official high school e-mail. Using a personal email in this field will significantly delay application processing.
Personal Email (Optional for high school students)
We'll only use this email if we can't reach you by your high school email, CGCC email, or phone.
Personal E-mail*

Confirmation EmailIf this is your second application, please use a different email address or contact studentservices@cgcc.edu to have your original email address released.
Parent/Guardian Email
Parent/Guardian Email (Optional): Provide an email if you would like your parent or guardian to receive information about the College Now program and permission form.
Phone Number*
Format: 000-000-0000.
Which type of phone number did you enter?*
I would like to receive text messages from CGCC*

Yes, pleaseNo, thank you
Your Social Security Number
Optional
Providing your social security number is voluntary, but not doing so may impact processing your financial aid. For more information on how CGCC uses your SSN, go to https://www.cgcc.edu/student-right
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
County*
Which county do you currently live in? Select 'other' (at the bottom) if located outside of Oregon or Washington.
County