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Welcome to Cosumnes River College – we are so glad you are here!
What Type of Student Are You?
Choose from the following to learn how to apply and start taking classes at Cosumnes River College!
Already Taking Classes at CRC?
Current Student Enrollment Steps
You are considered a continuing (or current) student if you were enrolled in classes at a Los Rios college during the most recent semester.
What CAC Does CRC Offer?
Career and Academic Communities (CAC) are groupings of similar areas of study designed to help you narrow down your interests and decide on a major.
Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources (AFNR)
The Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career and Academic Community (CAC) includes programs dedicated to Agriculture, Culinary Arts, Horticulture, and Veterinary Technology.
Arts, Media and Entertainment (AME)
The Arts, Media and Entertainment Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Art, Digital Media, Journalism, Music, Photography, Radio Production, Theatre Arts, and more.
Automotive, Construction and Design Technology (ACDT)
The Automotive, Construction and Design Technology Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Architecture, Construction, Automotive Mechanics Technology, and Welding. This CAC also offers the Ford ASSET program as part of our automotive mechanics technology program.
Business and Computer Science (BCS)
The Business and Computer Science Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Accounting, Advertising/Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, Information Technology (IT), Cybersecurity, and more.
English and Language Studies (ELS)
The English and Language Studies Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Deaf Studies, English, and Spanish, as well as courses in English as a Second Language (ESL), Hmong, and Vietnamese.
Health and Human Services (HHS)
The Health and Human Services Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Emergency Medical Services (EMT), Fire Technology, Nutrition, Kinesiology, Pharmacy Technology, and more.
Science, Mathematics and Engineering (SME)
The Science, Mathematics and Engineering Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, Geology, Mathematics, and Physics.
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS)
The Social and Behavioral Career Academic Community (CAC) offers programs in Anthropology, Communications Studies, Early Childhood Education, Education and Teaching, History, Humanities, Psychology, Social Science, Sociology, and more.
Get Help Getting Started
Admissions and Records
Admissions and Records is a student's first point of contact at Cosumnes River College. Students may apply online or in person at the main campus or Elk Grove Center.
PathwayU Career Exploration
PathwayU is a free tool for current and prospective students to explore where their interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences intersect with career fields and programs of study at Cosumnes River College.
Outreach and Recruitment
The Outreach and Recruitment Office connects with high schools, businesses, and community organizations to share information on what CRC has to offer.
PathwayU Career Exploration
PathwayU is a free tool for current and prospective students to explore where their interests, values, personality, and workplace preferences intersect with career fields and programs of study at Cosumnes River College.
Welcome Center
The Welcome Center provides help with applying, navigating our website, adding or dropping classes, paying fees online, and more.
Orientation
Orientation gives you important information to help you succeed at Cosumnes River College.