Palo Alto College

Apply today for Summer and Fall 2021!

Registration is now open for Summer and Fall 2021, so apply today!

As we prepare for the Summer and Fall semesters, we will continue implementing our careful return to campus plan by offering a variety of on-campus and remote learning opportunities. Complete information will be available in the coming weeks.

View the the Return to Campus Plan

What is remote learning?

Remote learning occurs when the learner and instructor cannot meet in a traditional classroom setting. Although it takes place online, remote learning is different from online learning. Remote learning strives to re-create the classroom environment as the student learns through the computer. This means the student logs in to the virtual classroom environment at scheduled times to view lectures or participate in group learning activities.

For Summer 2021, up to 50% of instruction will be face-to-face (F2F). Students will be notified of the instructional method for the course at the time of registration.

For more information about how to register and identify instructional method, watch our Registration Tutorial or view page 10 of the Alamo College's District Return to Learning Student & Family Guide.

Begin your educational journey at Palo Alto College.

Whether you're new to college, transferring, or interested in taking a course, our team is available to help all incoming students through the enrollment process.

Phone:
210-486-3100

Hours of Operation:
Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
First Saturday of the month: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Remote "walk-in" sessions

If you have any questions, sign in to our Virtual Welcome Center (powered by Zoom) to speak to one of our Enrollment Coaches. Click the button below during our hours of operation to be directed to our virtual waiting room, and someone will assist you shortly.

Spring 2021 Schedule
Monday: 9 a.m.–noon and 2–7 p.m.
Tuesday–Friday: 9 a.m.–noon and 2–5 p.m.
First Saturday of the month: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Visit the Virtual Welcome Center

Virtual New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation is a mandatory requirement for first time in college students, transfer students, and for any students who has been out out of college for more than one year. Completing this requirement will help you learn how to register for classes, resources available to you at Palo Alto College, and so much more. If you have applied for admission to Palo Alto College, register for an NSO today!

Important Dates

	Maymester	Summer I 8 Week	Summer I	Summer II 8 Week	Summer III 8 Week	Summer II
Application Deadline	May 3, 2021	May 3, 2021	May 17, 2021	May 17, 2021	May 17, 2021	June 28, 2021
Registration deadline	May 11, 2021	May 11, 2021	June 1, 2021	June 1, 2021	June 15, 2021	July 6, 2021
Classes begin	May 17, 2021	May 17, 2021	June 7, 2021	June 7, 2021	June 21, 2021	July 12, 2021
Classes end	June 3, 2021	July 8, 2021	July 8, 2021	July 29, 2021	August 12, 2021	August 12, 2021

View complete Summer 2021 Registration/Payment Calendar

	Fall 16 Week	Fall Flex I	Fall Start Two	Fall Flex II
Application Deadline	August 2, 2021	August 2, 2021	August 24, 2021	October 4, 2021
Registration deadline	August 17, 2021	August 17, 2021	August 31, 2021	October 12, 2021
Classes begin	August 23, 2021	August 23, 2021	September 7, 2021	October 18, 2021
Classes end	December 11, 2021	October 16, 2021	December 11, 2021	December 11, 2021

View complete Fall 2021 Registration/Payment Calendar

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Enrollment Steps

We are #PACFamily

Though the college experience might look a little different these days, the feeling is the same – one of learning, growing, and belonging. We are still one PAC Family, and we remain committed to providing access to excellent education and helping students achieve academic and personal success.

Remote Resources

We are here to support you through remote learning and beyond. Do you need access to technology? Need to purchase or rent textbooks? Want to know more about the S.H.A.R.E. Center and how to access advocacy support services remotely?

View campus resources

Virtual Tour

As Palo Alto College continues remote operations in light of concerns related to the coronavirus, you can take a “virtual tour” of our campus by checking out our interactive and printable maps.

Interactive Map

Printable Campus Map

For a list of student resources for remote teaching and learning, visit alamo.edu/coronavirus/student-resources.

For more information about the Alamo College’s District’s response to the coronavirus, please visit alamo.edu/coronavirus. If you have any questions related to the coronavirus, visit the FAQ page or email coronavirus@alamo.edu.