Next Steps for New Students

Starting a new semester can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re new to PCC. Bulldog Central can help you prepare, answer questions, and connect you with the right resources before classes begin. 

Getting Ready for Classes: Tips & Resources

Make sure you can log into your myPittCC portal by clicking the “myPittCC” link in the top right corner of the main PCC website.

If you need detailed instructions on how to log-in, follow the myPittCC Login Instructions.

If you’re having having login issues, follow troubleshooting tips for logging into myPittCC. If the issue persists, contact the PCC Helpdesk. The PCC Helpdesk can help with account access and technical login problems.

PCC Helpdesk
Email: helpdesk@email.pittcc.edu (preferred contact method)
Phone: 252-493-7487

Before classes begin, take a few minutes to review your schedule and make sure you understand:

  • Class meeting days and times
  • Building and room locations
  • Online vs. hybrid vs. seated courses
  • Course start dates

How to access your schedule:

  1. Log into your myPittCC account
  2. Hover over the “Students” tab in the top left corner
  3. Under “Registration”, click “Plan/Schedule and Advising”
  4. To print your schedule, click the “Print” button above the calendar

Not sure what something on your schedule means? Bulldog Central can help.

Students miss important information every semester because they aren’t checking their PCC email.

You may receive information regarding:

  • Class updates
  • Financial aid
  • Registration
  • Important deadlines
  • Student account information
  • Communications from instructors

Checking your PCC email regularly can help you avoid surprises.

Review the PCC Academic Calendar regularly for:

  • First day of classes
  • Census dates
  • Drop deadlines
  • Withdrawal deadlines
  • Holidays and breaks
  • Registration dates

Before classes begin:

  • Obtain your student ID
  • Secure your parking permit/pass
  • Purchase required textbooks
  • Gather any required materials or supplies

How to obtain your student ID & parking pass:

  1. Log into your myPittCC account
  2. Hover over the “students” tab in the top left corner
  3. Under “registration”, click “parking decal registration”
  4. After tuition is paid, you can pick up your parking pass/decal and student ID in the Goess Student Center, M-F, 9-4 PM.

How to buy books:

Order your books online at bookstore.pittcc.edu or in-person by visiting the Student Store in the Goess Student Center.

*If you pay with financial aid, you must purchase your books and supplies within the time frame posted on Student Store website

How to make a payment:

  1. Access your myPittCC account
  2. Hover over the “students” tab in the top left corner
  3. Under “financial information,” click “view account and make payments”
  4. To view financial aid status, click “financial aid status” under “financial aid”

Attending PCC is an affordable way to continue your education. If you need help paying for tuition, books, and materials, explore financial assistance options through Financial Aid.

Take a few minutes before classes begin to:

A little preparation can make your first day much less stressful.

One of the most common issues we see involves students who do not complete required attendance activities.

If you are enrolled in an online or hybrid course, be sure to complete any required attendance verification activities by the deadline established by your instructor. Students who fail to complete attendance requirements may be reported as never attended and dropped from their classes.

If you’re unsure what you need to do, contact your instructor or Bulldog Central right away.


Not Registered?

If you haven’t already registered for classes, please visit our Registration page to get started.