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Explore your interests and find a program that puts you on the path to a bright future. Tri-C offers both credit and non-credit courses as well as certificate programs in most career fields.

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More than 1,000 credit courses are offered each semester in more than 200 career and technical programs. Tri-C also grants short-term certificates, certificates of proficiency and post-degree professional certificates.

View A-Z Program List

Workforce Training & Professional Development

Tri-C's Workforce Training provides both non-credit and credit training for individuals and businesses to assist individuals with skills leading to employment. Tri-C's Corporate College provides professional development and corporate training opportunities.

Learn more

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Welcome Back!

Congratulations on your decision to return to Tri-C! We're here to help you get back on track. 

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Explore Tri-C Programs.

If you have not taken classes within the last three semseters, you must reapply.

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. 

Complete the scholarship application at tri-c.edu/scholarships. 

Explore payment options at tri-c.edu/payingforcollege. 

You may already have placement and transcripts on file. Check with the Enrollment Center to find out. Connect in person, live chat, or phone 216-987-6000.

If you took classes at another college since the last time you attended, have official transcripts sent to us. For instructions, visit tri-c.edu/transcripts. 

Complete a virtual, returning student orientation at tri-c.edu/orientation.

Schedule an academic counseling appointment at tri-c.edu/counseling. 

Register for classes via my Tri-C space. 

Payment arrangements must be in place at the time of registration. 

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We are here to help your transition back to Tri-C a seamless experience. Use our online returning student resources (if applicable) to complete necessary paperwork before coming to campus.

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Enrollment To Do List

  • If you didn't already, submit official high school/GED transcripts and any transcripts from college courses taken (other than Tri-C). 
  • Sign into my Tri-C space.
  • Check your Tri-C email for admissions details. 
  • Complete My Online Readiness Experience to get familiar with the online environment at tri-c.edu/MORE.
  • Purchase textbooks online or at the campus bookstore. 

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