First Time College Student

You have decided to go to college. You believe in the transformative power of education and have begun asking “What if?” Whether you just graduated high school, earned a G.E.D. diploma, or are starting college after a long break, LaGuardia Community College will give you the inspiration and tools you need to push boundaries, shatter misperceptions, and demand more of yourself everyday.

With over 50 majors and certificates in Liberal Arts; Business and Technology; and Health, Mathematics and Science, you’re bound to find your niche at LaGuardia. Our learning communities, remedial courses and internship program are constructive; our Honors Program is rigorous; and our enhanced academic calendar offers the versatility you need to accommodate your fast-paced lifestyle. And we’re family-centric: the Early Childhood Learning Center at LaGuardia provides high quality, low cost childcare for Parents and Families.

When you graduate you’ll be well-prepared to enter a four-year institution; and/or a competent asset to our workforce, community and society.

In CUNY, you are considered a Freshman Applicant if you’ve never attended a higher learning institution since graduating from high school. High school students who earned college credit in high school are still Freshman Applicants. If you’ve attended another institution you are a Transfer Student, even if you’re still on your first year, will or will not transfer credits, or if it was outside of the United States. Be sure to complete the correct application. However, if you hold or need a temporary student visa, you are an International Student.  

We’re only an email or phone call away. Send specific questions to admissions@lagcc.cuny.edu or call 718 482-5000.If you'd like to receive general admission information, please use the Admissions Inquiry Form.