Apply to ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College
Interested in coming to ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College? Whether you're looking to earn an Associate's Degree, complete the basics for transfer to a 4-year institution, earn college credit while in high school, or just enhance your education, ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College has a place for you. You're just a click away from getting started!
Steps to Enroll-New Students
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is an open enrollment institution, however there are some steps you will need to take before you can enroll in classes.
- Complete the .
- Complete the .
- Students under the age of 22 must submit proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination. Documents may be emailed to the Admissions Specialist or faxed to the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ campus at 254-442-1449 or to the Abilene Campus at 325-692-2530.
- Exceptions:
A student is not required to submit evidence of receiving the bacterial meningitis vaccination or evidence of a booster dose if the student meets the age exemption or if the student is enrolled only in online or other distance education courses (students enrolled in only online courses must submit the ). A student is not required to submit evidence of the bacterial meningitis vaccination if the following are submitted:- An affidavit or a certificate signed by a physician who is duly registered and licensed to practice medicine in the United States, in which it is stated that, in the physician’s opinion, the required vaccination would be injurious to the health and well-being of the student; or
- Students enrolling in ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ junior colleges wishing to claim an exemption for reasons of conscience should complete the online form (under the heading "Obtaining an Affidavit for Community College or Public Junior College") available at the Texas DSHS website. After entering all the requested information, students print the form, sign and date it, and submit the form when registering for courses. Students may obtain the form by visiting the
- Exceptions:
- Talk to a counselor about testing.
- Submit an official high school transcript or GED scores. Click here for information on home school transcripts. Foreign credentials must be accompanied by an official general evaluation completed by a current member of NACES- www.naces.org. Evaluation must indicate the applicant has completed the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma. Unofficial copies of evaluations will not be accepted. You can use any NACES member company to get an evaluation. However, we recommend SpanTran for discounted pricing, and quicker turnaround for ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College applicants. Please apply by clicking on the following link. . All transcripts should be mailed to the main campus at the following address-¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College, Office of Admissions, 101 College Heights, ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½, TX 76437. Any questions in regard to transcripts may be directed to 254-442-5132 or emailed to transcripts.
- Select classes from the
- Register online when eligible.
- Make payment by deadline.
Students can download the textbook reservation form here.
Prospective students who applied prior to February 16, 2022 need to submit the residency questionnaire. Please email it to Admissions or fax to 254-442-1449.
Steps to Transfer to ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College
- Complete the .
- Send official transcripts from all previous college(s) or universities. Foreign credentials must be accompanied by an official general evaluation completed by a current member of NACES- . Evaluation must indicate the applicant has completed the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma. Unofficial copies of evaluations will not be accepted. You can use any NACES member company to get an evaluation. However, we recommend SpanTran for discounted pricing, and quicker turnaround for ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College applicants. Please apply by clicking on the following link. . All transcripts should be mailed to the main campus at the following address:
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College, Office of Admissions, 101 College Heights, ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½, TX 76437. Any questions in regard to transcripts may be directed to 254-442-5132 or emailed to transcripts. - Students under the age of 22 must submit proof of bacterial meningitis vaccination. Documents may be emailed to the Admissions Specialist or faxed to the ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ campus at 254-442-1449 or to the Abilene campus at 325-692-2530. Exceptions:
A student is not required to submit evidence of receiving the bacterial meningitis vaccination or evidence of a booster dose if the student meets the age exemption or if the student is enrolled only in online or other distance education courses (students enrolled in only online courses must submit the ). A student is not required to submit evidence of the bacterial meningitis vaccination if the following are submitted:- An affidavit or a certificate signed by a physician who is duly registered and licensed to practice medicine in the United States, in which it is stated that, in the physician’s opinion, the required vaccination would be injurious to the health and well-being of the student; or
- Students enrolling in ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ junior colleges wishing to claim an exemption for reasons of conscience should complete the online form (under the heading "Obtaining an Affidavit for Community College or Public Junior College") available at the Texas DSHS website. After entering all the requested information, students print the form, sign and date it, and submit the form when registering for courses. Students may obtain the form by visiting the
- Select classes from the
- Register online when eligible.
- Make payment by deadline.
Students can download the textbook reservation form here.
Prospective students who applied prior to February 16, 2022 need to submit the residency questionnaire. Please email it to Admissions or fax to 254-442-1449.
View our New Student Orientation video for further details!
Admissions Contact Information
- Admissions applications, incoming transcripts, bacterial meningitis: Tammi Wilson, 254-442-5132, tammi.wilson@cisco.edu or Susan James, 325-794-4403, susan.james@cisco.edu
- International applications: international.admissions@cisco.edu
- Enrollment verifications: To request and enrollment verification complete the . For questions contact Tammi Wilson, 254-442-5132, tammi.wilson@cisco.edu
- Dean of Enrollment Services: Lori Grubbs, 254-442-5134, lori.grubbs@cisco.edu
- Registrar & Residency Official: Shae White, 254-442-5131, shae.white@cisco.edu
- Graduation applications & questions: To apply for graduation complete the . For questions in regard to graduation and graduation applications contact the registrar, 254-442-5134.
- Admissions fax number:
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½: 254-442-1449
Abilene: 325-692-2530
- Admissions mailing address: ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College, Admissions, 101 College Heights, ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½, TX 76437
- Transcript requests: The ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College Office of the Registrar uses Parchment to process transcript requests. Online ordering dramatically
decreases processing time, while electronic sending capability makes
delivery virtually instantaneous. Online order entry is available
24/7. Our goal is to streamline the entire process so your transcripts
reach their destinations more efficiently, giving you peace of mind by
making your application and transfer processes easier. To quickly and efficiently request your official transcript please log in to your student portal account-then click on "Official Transcript Request" under the "Registration" tab. If you can not log into your student portal account please go to to order your transcript.
Important Dates/Information
Summer and Fall 2024 registration is opening soon! Begin degree planning now to prepare for registration. Take a look at the Course Schedules or contact a counselor if you need assistance.
May mini-mester and summer 2024 registration opens on April 1, 2024. Fall Registration open on April 15, 2024.
Have questions? Email Admissions at: Admissions@cisco.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
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​What degrees and classes does ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College offer?
Check out the course catalog to learn more about our degrees and areas of emphasis. The course schedules will show you what classes we offer during any given semester.
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How do I apply?
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is an open enrollment institution and does NOT require SAT or ACT scores, but you will need to complete an application and follow the steps for admission.
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Can I afford college?
Absolutely! ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is an affordable, accessible college and a great place for you to start. You'll find that tuition at ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is 1/3 the cost of other ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ institutions and thousands less than private colleges and universities.
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​Do I need to take the TSI Exam?
You are required to take the TSIA2 Exam or have an exemption on file in order to enroll in academic courses. Read additional information about the TSIA2 Exam.
You are NOT required to take the TSIA2 exam if you are entering one of the following level I certificate programs:
- Automotive Technology
- Business Systems Technology
- Cosmetology
- Criminal Justice
- HVAC
- Industrial Technology
- Management
- Medical Assisting
- Real Estate
- Welding
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​What is developmental education, and do I need it?
Not everyone who desires a college education is prepared to meet the rigorous demands they face when they enter college. ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College is committed to strongly supporting our students in their pursuit of higher education. Through our Success Programs, faculty work to find ways to support our students at the highest level. To determine if you may need to take developmental courses, see the information on our Texas Success Initiatives page.
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​Why should I choose ¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College?
¿Û¿Û´«Ã½ College offers:
- Affordable tuition and fees
- Open enrollment
- Dedicated and caring faculty
- Career programs that prepare you for success in the job market
- State-of-the-art instructional equipment and hands-on training
- Small classes and one-on-one training
- A college with strong tradition, as well as a place for non-traditional students
We want you to reach your fullest potential. So we work provide a learning environment that will support your educational goals, develop your skills and encourage lifelong learning.
Our students are people who have made the decision to improve their quality of life, no matter what their circumstances.
"Overwhelmingly people here are invested in your success. Everyone here is warm and fuzzy and welcoming, and being a student here you have that advantage."
– Joy Ekwueme