New Student Checklist

  APPLY  

No fee. No essay. Just apply online and go.

It only takes a few minutes.

eicc.edu/apply

  CONNECT

Questions are part of the process. Ask Yours.

Not sure which program fits? Wondering what campus is really like? Start with Admissions. Talk it through, get answers, and come see EICC for yourself.

Walk the classrooms. Step into the labs. Come solo or bring your family. See where you’ll learn, train, and spend your time.

eicc.edu/visit

  PREPARE

BRINGING COLLEGE CREDIT WITH YOU?

Submit a Request for Transcript Evaluation to see how your previous college credits apply toward your EICC degree.

If you can, bring an unofficial transcript to your first advising appointment. It can help you and your advisor choose classes while your official transcript is being reviewed.

eicc.edu/transcriptevaluation
Send us what you’ve completed. We’ll help you figure out what comes next. 

Submit your official high school, GED/HiSET, or college transcripts. Have ACT, SAT, or HiSET scores? Include those, too. We’ll review what you provide to help determine your placement and whether an additional assessment is needed.

Have your school send your official transcripts directly to EICC.

The easiest option is to email them to registrarFREEEICC.

Or, your school can mail them to the EICC campus you plan to attend: 

  • Clinton Community College 
    1000 Lincoln Blvd. 
    Clinton, IA 52732 
  • Muscatine Community College 
    152 Colorado St. 
    Muscatine, IA 52761 
  • Scott Community College 
    500 Belmont Rd. 
    Bettendorf, IA 52722 

English & Reading 

For placement, submit your high school transcript or ACT, SAT, or HiSET scores.

If you’ve already completed a college-level English course with a C or better, talk with your advisor. You may not need English or reading placement.

Math

ACT, SAT, ALEKS, EdReady, and NextGen ACCUPLACER math scores can be used for placement. If you don’t have a math placement score, you can take the ALEKS math placement assessment through EICC.

If you’ve already completed a college-level math course with a C or better, talk with your advisor. You may not need math placement.

eicc.edu/placement 

  PLAN

You don’t have to have it all figured out. That’s what your advisor is for. 

Meet with your advisor to talk through your goals, review your placement, and choose classes that work with your life. Together, you’ll plan your schedule and register.

eicc.edu/advising

  PAY

There’s more than one way to pay for college. We’ll help you sort through your options. 

Start with the FAFSA, then connect with Financial Aid. They can help you understand what’s available and answer questions about paying for college. 

Start with the FAFSA

The FAFSA is the first step in finding out what financial aid may be available to you, including grants, work-study and loans. Apply early so there’s plenty of time to review your information and get everything in place before classes begin.

FAFSA Priority Dates 
  • Fall: July 15 
  • Spring: Dec. 1 
  • Summer: May 1 

eicc.edu/fafsa

Apply for Scholarships

Don’t count yourself out. One application puts you in the running for multiple EICC Foundation scholarships. 

Application Deadlines 
  • Fall: March 1 
  • Spring: Nov. 1 

eicc.edu/scholarships 

Take Care of Your Balance

Once your financial aid and scholarships are applied, you may still have a balance to pay. You can pay in full or work with the EICC Business Office to set up a payment plan. 
Tuition and fees are due before the start of each term. 

eicc.edu/paying

  ATTEND

Know where to go, who to ask, and what to expect before classes begin. 

New Student Orientation is required. And worth showing up for. See where you’ll be learning. Meet some of the people who’ll be here for you along the way. Learn about student services, activities, financial aid, and other resources available to you. 

eicc.edu/orientation

Want to live on campus?

You can. No matter which EICC campus you attend.

Nyweide-Scott Hall at Muscatine Community College is EICC's home for student housing. Choose a single room or two-room suite, all right on campus.

eicc.edu/housing

  REVIEW

Your books are already in motion. Check what’s coming. 

EICC’s Flat Rate Access program automatically orders and delivers your textbooks and course materials before classes begin. Physical books ship to you for free, and digital materials are sent by email. A per-credit fee is added to your student bill and can be covered by financial aid or included in a payment plan. 

Visit eicc.textbookx.com before classes begin to see what materials you’ll receive. Some programs and courses aren’t included in Flat Rate Access, so review your personalized student page for any textbooks or course materials you’ll need to purchase separately. 

You can opt out of Flat Rate Access and purchase materials on your own through the first day of the semester. 

Uniforms, tools, and other course supplies may be required separately. Find your program’s supply list at eicc.edu/supplies. 

  ACCESS

Log in. Look around. Get comfortable before classes begin. 

EICConnect

Your student hub for EICC email, class schedules, financial aid information, and other college resources. 

Canvas

Access Canvas through EICConnect to find your courses, assignments, class materials, grades, announcements, and messages from your instructors.

eicc.edu/eicconnect

Still have questions?

Give us a call! We’re here to help. Call 1-888-336-3907.