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Summer Transition Enrichment Program (STEP)

The STEP Program is designed for first time college students. This short program helps students prepare for success and make new friends at Mt. SAC by taking a 2-week Counseling 1-Introduction to College class. Want to know more? Take the first step by letting us know that you are interested. The STEP program does not require an application. Just click on the "Yes, I'm Interested" button below, answer some quick questions, and submit the form. We will keep in contact with you to make sure you complete all steps and are ready for the Counseling 1 class this Summer. 

We are no longer accepting interest forms. Please check back for our upcoming Summer 2025 session. 

Have Questions? Connect with STEP staff to get answers!

 

 

Attention Future STEP Students!

We're here for you and committed to helping you start college on the right foot. As a STEP student, you will be eligible for Promise+Plus benefits (check it out below). Once enrolled in the STEP Counseling 1-Introduction to College class for the summer, we will do the rest and check your eligibility. Keep in touch with us!  You can email us at or give us a call at (909) 274-6433.  

FREE BENEFITS!
First-time college students who finish the STEP program may qualify for the Promise+Plus Program, which provides early registration for the Fall and Spring semesters, book voucher, food cards, loaner laptop and more!
Promise Plus+

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STEP

8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
9B 2nd Floor
(909) 274-6433
step@mtsac.edu
www.mtsac.edu/step

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Steps to Enroll in the 2024 Summer STEP Program

      • number 1Apply for Summer at Mt. SAC

        Step 1: Apply to Mt. SAC for Summer Session 2024

        STEP students sharing a laugh

         

         

      • number 2Apply for Financial Aid

        Step 2: Apply to FAFSA or CA DREAM Act

        These are additional steps you can complete to ensure a strong college start:

        Financial Aid

        About 75% of our students pay close to nothing to attend. Learn more about the types of aid and how to apply.

        Apply for FAFSA/CA DREAM ACT:

        (2023-2024)* & (2024-2025)

        *(to cover cost of SUMMER 2024 Deadline 6/30/24 to submit Financial Aid application)

        Visit Financial Aid

      • number 3Activate Mt. SAC Account

        Step 3: Claim & Activate your Mt. SAC Account

        A STEP student in a study session

        • Go to https://www.mtsac.edu/portal/
        • Click on 1st time users (claim account) 
        • Admissions & Records will send you instructions on activating your account
      • number 4Complete Assessment Questionnaire & New Student Orientation

        Step 4: Take the Assessment Questionnaire (AQ) and Complete New Student Orientation

        A group of STEP students talking to a counselor

        • Go to mtsac.edu/assessment/aq to fill out the assessment questionnaire; have your high school transcripts ready
        • The assessment center also gives hands-on assistance in building 9B on the first floor (currently closed due to COVID-19).
          Complete the online orientation by doing the following:
        • Log into your student portal
        • Click on the "Student Success" tab
        • Under "New Student Registration Checklist," click on "Step One"
        • Click on "Complete Mandatory Online Orientation"
        • Complete the online orientation by doing the following:
        • Log into your student portal
        • Click on the "Student Success" tab
        • Under "New Student Registration Checklist," click on "Step One"
        • Click on "Complete Mandatory Online Orientation"

        Visit Assessment

      • number 5Check Your Registration Appointment
        Summer registration begins March 25, 2024. If you have submitted your Summer 2024 application and completed all steps, your registration appointment should be posted to your portal by March 8, 2024. First, log into your Mt. SAC portal. In the center under Student Self-Service,  click on #8 Registration Appointment/Hold. When the registration term drop down menu appears, choose Summer 2023 and click submit. Registration begin/end date and time will appear on the next screen. 
         
         
      • number 6Register for STEP Counseling 1

         Next, choose which STEP class you want to  register for by viewing our schedule here  (or see class offerings above).

        Lastly, register for Counseling 1