Admissions Events

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Welcome to Community College of Philadelphia

The Welcome Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ready to start your journey? Apply online now or reach out to admissions at admissions [at] ccp.edu (admissions[at]ccp[dot]edu) with any questions.

New Student Registration Events

These events are for accepted, first-time students only—they're designed to help you complete the steps to enrollment. If you have never attended college, then you are a first-time student. An appointment is required: Walk-ins cannot be accommodated during these events. At our open registration events, you have the opportunity to meet with an academic advisor and receive assistance enrolling in your classes. We strongly encourage you to complete your FAFSA (Free Application for Student Aid) ahead of time to help us make the best use of your time at these events.

Register for Our New Student Registration Events

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Thursday, November 12

Advanced Manufacturing and Health & Wellness Open House

Join us Thursday, November 12 at the CATC to discover career-focused programs will help you get certifications in four months to one year. You can check out our state-of-the-art facilities, learn more about technical career fields and find out how to enroll in the following programs:

  • Health care programs: Pharmacy Technician, Clinical Medical Assisting, Dental Assistant and Nurse Aide Training
  • Manufacturing programs: CNC Precision Machining Technology, Electro-Mechanical Technology (Industrial Maintenance), Nondestructive Testing, Structural Welding and Welding Technology
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Medical Laboratory Technician Information Session

Learn more about the Medical Laboratory Technician program, how to apply to the program, and what careers you can pursue with a Medical Laboratory Technician degree. Join us for sessions on the following days:

  • Friday, November 13 from 11 to 11:30 a.m.
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November 16

Black Studies Academic Showcase

Do you ever wonder what it means to study history, culture and identity through the lens of resistance, scholarship and social justice? On Monday, November 16, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., join us for a virtual Black Studies Academic Showcase. In just one hour, faculty will introduce you to a program grounded in the scholarly study of global African and African-American communities. Our Black Studies (A.A.) program is a great fit for students who enjoy exploring culture, history, and social experiences, and who want to examine how Black communities have shaped and continue to influence society.

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Transportation Technologies Open House

Join us for an open house to learn about CCP's in-demand Transportation Technology programs that will prepare you for high-paying careers in the automotive industry. These programs are offered at the College's state-of-the-art Career and Advanced Technology Center.
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Respiratory Care Technician Information Session 

Join us for an information session to meet program faculty, ask questions, and learn how you can accelerate your career in health care by becoming a respiratory care practitioner. The median salary for respiratory therapists in the Philadelphia region is more than $76,000. After completion of CCP's 22-month program specializing in cardiopulmonary therapy, you will be board-eligible to become a licensed respiratory care practitioner. 

  • Wednesday, Nov. 4, 1 p.m. 
  • Wednesday, Dec. 2, 1 p.m.
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Tour Our Campus Locations

Come tour our Main Campus, Career and Advanced Technology Center or Northeast Regional Center. Reservations are required so we can notify you of any schedule changes. The tours include an information session with an admission representative.