Join our community. Become a West Valley student today.
1. Create an Account with California Community Colleges (CCC)
Create an Open CCC Account. This one account will be used whenever you apply to any of the 116 community colleges in California. You will receive an email with the subject, “New CCC Account Creation” which contains your CCCID for if you apply to other community colleges in the future.
2. Submit an Application for Admission to West Valley College
Once you have submitted your application, you will see a confirmation screen. Take a screen capture (or print) this screen for future reference as it contains your confirmation number.
Within 48 hours, you will receive an email and text with your WVC username and student ID number.
If you do not receive an email with your Student ID Number within 48 hours, search your inbox for a message with the subject, “Welcome to West Valley College” and forward that message to wvc.admissionsFREEWEST_VALLEY
Beginning October 1, 2026, identity verification is required for applicants using CCCApply.
You may complete identity verification before or after filling out your application. However, your application will not be delivered to West Valley College until your identity is verified or you are cleared through another approved process.
When you start your CCCApply application, you'll be asked to verify your identity. Review your options below to decide which method is right for you.
The California Community Colleges has partnered with CA DMV and ID.me to protect your identity and streamline the admissions process. Both options provide secure, trusted pathways to verify your identity for your CCCApply application.
You have three options when prompted:
- Verify with CA DMV Wallet - If you have a California Driver's License and a compatible smartphone
- Verify with ID.me - If you have acceptable identification documents
- Click "Verify Later" - Skip verification and continue your application. Your application will not be delivered to the college until your identity is verified.
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California's mobile Driver's License (mDL) is a free, secure, and convenient digital ID available through the CA DMV Wallet app. The mDL provides a safe, fast, and private way to verify your identity using your phone while protecting your personal information. Best for individuals who:
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ID.me verifies your identity online by scanning an ID document and matching a selfie, using facial recognition and fraud checks. It utilizes strong encryption, retains biometric data only temporarily (24 hours to 36 months), and is used by more than 100 million individuals and hundreds of government and private organizations. Best for individuals who:
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can either email wvc.admissionsFREEWEST_VALLEY or come to our Student Services Center during normal business hours. You can complete the application in our Welcome Center, with assistance.
Yes, adult students returning after one academic year must re-apply for admissions. Your student ID number and username will remain the same.
Yes, high school students must apply every semester for admissions. In addition, you are considered a Concurrent Enrollment student and need to follow the program's steps to register.
Yes, a paper version is available to print and submit to the Admissions Office.
Please allow 3-5 business days for processing.
Yes, you need to apply again, now as an adult who is considered a “first time student” in college. You will not need to apply for future semesters, unless you have a one-year gap in taking classes.
Yes, you still need to apply with West Valley. You will login into CCC Apply with the login account you already created.
The CCC Apply account is shared by all community colleges in California. However, once you are logged into CCC Apply, you will then apply with West Valley College.
Unfortunately, we are not able to assist with CCC Apply accounts. You will need to contact CCC Apply directly for help by phone at (877) 247-4836 or email at [email protected]
If you do not receive an email with your Student ID Number within 48 hours, search your inbox for a message with the subject, “Welcome to West Valley College” and forward that message to wvc.admissionsFREEWEST_VALLEY