To become a Thunderbird, you’ll need to meet one of these:
Graduate of an accredited high school
Earned a GED (or equivalent)
High school freshman in a gifted program with IEP + principal’s written permission
If none of these apply—you can still join us as a non-degree seeking student
Experience Cloud firsthand! On your personalized visit you can:
Apply for Admission → It’s FREE & only takes a few minutes. [Apply Here]
Send Official Transcripts → High school + any colleges you’ve attended. Must come directly from the school (sealed or electronic).
ACT/SAT Scores (optional) → Not required! If you don’t have them, you’ll take a placement test (ACCUPLACER) before enrolling.
Quick Codes: ACT = 1401 | FAFSA = 001909
Apply for Scholarships → Cloud Academic & Foundation Scholarships (Oct 1 – Mar 1). Nearly 90% of Cloud students receive aid! [Apply for Scholarships]
Complete the FAFSA → Opens Oct 1 at StudentAid.gov.Use school code 001909.
Cloud also has opportunities for athletic scholarships & activity stipends. Ask Admissions for details!
Freshmen can apply for housing online starting mid-February (after your admission application is complete).
$100 reservation fee required
Priority deadline: June 1
First come, first serve for preferences
Incoming freshmen attend a New Student Enrollment Event on their chosen campus.
Can’t make an event? No problem—other enrollment options are available.
Non-traditional students: contact the Advisement Center to set up your appointment.
These are the steps for students new to Cloud County Community College. There may be additional steps or different procedures for other students. See Additional Admissions Procedures for more information.
International Students should follow the International Student Admissions Procedures.
Cloud County Community College reserves the right to deny a student admission or readmission if it is determined to be in the best interest of the college community to do so, or if the College is unable to provide the services, courses, or program(s) needed to assist the student in meeting educational objectives.
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Concordia, KS 66901
631 Caroline Ave.
Junction City, KS 66441
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