• To start a video chat click here.
• If nothing prompts from browser, select "Download and Run Zoom."
• Enter your full name as it is appears in Cuesta records and select "Join Meeting."
• Click "Join with Audio."
• You will join the meeting Waiting Room first. When an Enrollment Success Specialist is available they will add you to the meeting. 
• You can communicate with staff by typing in the chat box or by simply talking. 
• When you are ready to leave the session, click "Leave Meeting"  in the bottom right corner. 

• Download the Zoom app and open it when prompted.
• Select "Sign Up" and follow instructions to create account.
• If you already have an account you can simply enter your email address and password and select "Sign In."
• Select "Join."
• To start a video chat enter Meeting ID: 396-781-9562
• Select "call via device audio."
• Select microphone and camera symbols at bottom of screen until red lines are gone to start audio and video.
• You will join the meeting Waiting Room first. When an Enrollment Success Specialist is available they will add you to the meeting. 
• When you join the meeting introduce yourself and let us know how we can help you.
• You can communicate with us by typing in the chat box or simply talking.
• Select "Close" if you wish to return to the video screen.
• When you are ready to leave the session, select "End" and then select "Leave Meeting."

• Download and open the Zoom app from the Apple Store.
• Select "Join a Meeting"
• To start a video chat enter Meeting ID: 396-781-9562
• Select "call via device audio" if prompted.
• Select microphone and camera symbols at bottom of screen until red lines are gone to start audio and video.
• You will join the meeting Waiting Room first. When an Enrollment Success Specialist is available they will add you to the meeting.
• When you join the meeting introduce yourself and let us know how we can help you.
• You can communicate with us by typing in the chat box or simply talking.
• Select "Close" if you wish to return to the video screen.
• When you are ready to leave the session, select "End" and then select "Leave Meeting."

Residency Policy

• AB540 Nonresident Tuition Exemption Request
• Statement of Legal Residence

Adding Courses Policy

• Add Card
• Late Add Petition

Dropping Courses Policy

• Drop Card
• Drop without W Petition
• Drop with W Petition
• Excused Withdrawal Petition

Course Repeat Policy

• Third Enrollment Agreement
• Repeat Petition 4th Attempt
• Repeat Petition Prior C or Higher Grade

• Completing the application for admission is your first step.
• Applications are accepted year round.

• Students may register online via the myCuesta student portal. 
• Students should consult the Student Planning Calendar for specific dates and times of availability for each type of registration.

• To drop classes, login to myCuesta then open the Student Self Service portlet. Use the drop-down beside the course to select the drop option then click "Submit" to process your request.
• It is the student's responsibility to drop courses within drop deadlines. See deadlines in Class Finder by clicking on CRN after search results or posted or in Student Self Service when you click on your enrolled course.
• Visit our Policy Page for more information. 

• Click here for Directions to Unlock Account or Reset/Change Password.
• Still need login help? Submit your name and Cuesta student ID number to admit@cuesta.edu. 

• Courses that require verification of prerequisite completion will block you from registration with a Registration Add-Error Message.
• If you previously have been enrolled in a college level prerequisite course at another accredited institution and received a "C" or better, submit a Prerequisite Clearance Form and your official transcript for clearance.
• In order to ensure registration priority, clearance requests and challenges must be filed at least five (5) working days prior to a student's registration priority date.
• To check for prerequisite clearance login to myCuesta and go to the Student Self Service and "Prepare for Registration." 

• Your residency was determined based on your CCCApply application answers. Depending on how you filled out your application will determine what information will be required.
• To establish California residency students must provide evidence of physical presence in California and the intent to become a resident. The residency rules as established by Title V of the California Code of Regulations require a one-year physical presence in the state of California prior to the first day of the semester. 
  • U.S. Citizens submit a Statement of Legal Residence, with supporting documentation, on or prior to the Residence Reclassification Deadline for the term residency reclassification is requested.
  • Non-Citizens submit an AB540 Nonresident Tuition Exemption Request.

• Registration fees are due at the time of registration. Debt holds are placed on all student accounts with a balance due.
• Students are NOT dropped for non-payment. Partial payments are accepted but debt holds will remain until the full balance is paid.
• Fees may be paid by credit or debit card:
  • Credit/Debit card payments can ONLY be made online through each student's myCuesta account.
  • Google Chrome is the preferred online browser to pay fees.
  • Apple device users making online payments may need to "enable cookies" for payment processing.
  • Allow ten minutes for debt holds to lift once the full balance has been paid.

• Payments of check or money order may be mailed to the San Luis Obispo Cashier's Office:

  • Cuesta College Cashier
    P.O. Box 8106
    San Luis Obispo, CA 93403-8106

•  Click here to place Transcript Order online.

• To obtain a transcript from another school, students must contact the other school directly to have your transcript sent to Cuesta College.
• Check your myCuesta student email for notification of receipts of your transcripts.
  • Transcripts submitted via US Mail: Allow 15 business days for student email notification.
  • Transcripts submitted electronically: Allow 5 business days for student email notification. 

• Cuesta College Counselors are available to connect with students by Zoom, phone or  in-person.
  • You may schedule a 45 minute appointment online here.
  • You may schedule a Drop-in 15 minute appointment online here.
    • 15 minute appointments are good for quick counseling questions. Please book a longer appointment for academic planning. 

• Students must be within two terms of completing requirements before submitting a degree and/or certificate application.
  • Associate Degree and Certificate Application
• For more information about graduation readiness please visit our Gradready page