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Continuing Students

Hello, fellow Cougars! We are happy you are continuing with us at Taft College!

Please refer to the following sections and resources for information on a variety of topics.

Should I Complete a Taft College Application for Admission?

Continuing students are not required to complete a new application for admission.

When is my Registration Date?

Registration date and time information for each term are assigned on or around the dates below:

  • Summer and Fall: ​March/April
  • Spring: October/November

You will be notified of your registration date ​on your Cougar Tracks account and/or via email from the Admissions Office.

In Cougar Tracks, click on Student > Registration > Registration Status. You may enroll in and also pay for classes online. See Fees and Refund Policy for additional information.

Registration Information is available each semester including:

  • Class schedule
  • Payment deadlines
  • Add/Drop deadlines
  • Priority registration
  • Waitlist information
  • Prerequisite Clearance Request
  • DegreeWorks – monitor your academic progress online

Education Planning and Counseling

You’re encouraged to create an education plan with a counselor.

Enrollment priority is determined by many factors, but completing assessment, orientation, and your education plan will boost your enrollment date.

Call the Counseling Center at 661-763-7748 to schedule an appointment!

  • Meet with a counselor to discuss your educational goals and coursework. We are here to help you be successful.
  • Prior Transcripts and/or AP Scores: If applicable, be sure to bring all prior transcripts and/or test scores to receive an unofficial evaluation of prior coursework from other institutions if you intend to use it at Taft College.

Transfer and Career Information

Start preparing for the next step in your educational journey.

Transfer Planning (CSU, UC, private, and out-of-state colleges)

Career Center – Use our resources to search for majors/schools/careers

Please note: The following links take you to extenal websites.

  • ASSIST – Explore Majors & Articulation Info w/ CSU and UC campuses
  • EUREKA – Powerful self-assessments and comprehensive career information to enhance your career decision-making progress  (Create an account: Site = Taft College, Site ID = WLBSUDW)
  • CALIFORNIA CAREERS  – Career One Stop
  • COLLEGE BOARD—BIG FUTURE
  • OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK HANDBOOK – Browse occupations, learn how to get the job you want and love
  • O*NET – Your tool for career exploration, detailed job descriptions, associated skills, and the world of work
  • GET MY FUTURE – A career one stop for all your career-related information
  • MY MAJORS – It can be tough to select a major; take the College Major Assessment, and find your best-fit majors
  • MY NEXT MOVE – What do you want to do for a living? Explore career options

Useful Links