Class Schedule

Are you ready to register for classes? Whether you’re a pro at picking classes, this is your first time or you’re looking to take a few classes here and there, this page will give you the steps to get you on the right path.

APPLY

If you are new to Southwestern College, or have not taken classes in the last six months, you can apply at CCC Apply Page.

SCHEDULE

Search the classes we have available this term. Search Schedule.

Meet with a Counselor

REGISTER

We have hundreds of classes to help you reach your goals. Link to register. (Must be logged into MySWC).

These pages will provide you general information about important dates and deadlines (by term), Department Hours, School Hours, Unit and Center Hours, Deans/Department Chair listing, and other student services.

Student Path

Connecting to the category that best describes you will get you on your path quicker: Current Student, Returning Student, New/Future Student, High School, Adult Student and Non-Credit Student.

Never taken a class at Southwestern College? The first step is to apply at CCC Apply Page. You’ll receive a welcome email with your student ID, email address within 48 hours and then you can begin registering for classes. Need help with the application process and everything you need to know about becoming a Jaguar, connect every Wednesday from 3-4 pm with our Outreach Student Ambassadors. Reserve your spot today by filling out the reservation form.
You can earn college credit while taking Southwestern College classes on your campus through our California College and Career Access Pathways Program (CCAP program.) If you’re in grades 9 through 12 you can also take classes at the Southwestern College campuses with the approval of a parent and high school principal/counselor as part of our High School Special program.
The Adult Education Partnership Dual Enrollment Program covers tuition costs if you are currently enrolled in a high school diploma or GED program at a local adult school, regardless of your residency status (except for international students and students on B1/B2/tourist visas).

How to Make a Counseling Appointment

Counselors hold group information sessions to help students select which classes to select and to plan your first semester at Southwestern College. For more information please visit the Counseling Page.

HELP CENTER

Important Dates

June 9, 2025 to August 7, 2025

APRIL 21
- Priority Registration begins by appointment
- GROUP 1 - Registration begins for EOPS, Disability Support Services (DSS), Veterans, Armed Forces, CalWORKs, Foster Youth, Former Foster Youth, Homeless Youth, Former Homeless Youth, Tribal TANF recipients, Students with dependent children (under 18 years of age), students who HAVE MET the Student Success mandates (orientation + assessment-placement + student education plan)
APRIL 24
- GROUP 2 - Registration begins for Associated Student Organization Executive Board (ASO), Senate Members, Student Trustee, District Identified Learning Communities, FYE-SYE, MESA Program, University Links, Vocational Rehabilitation, Honors Program, Eligible Student Athletes, AB540, Restorative Justice, International Students (F1), SWC student workers who HAVE MET the Student Success mandates (orientation + assessment-placement + student education plan), Dual Admissions Program UC/CSU
APRIL 26
- GROUP 3 - Registration begins for SWC High School Early Admission Program (EAP) students (Fall term only) students who HAVE MET the Student Success mandates (orientation + assessment-placement + student education plan)
APRIL 28 - MAY 05
- GROUP 4 - Registration begins for continuing students who have not lost registration priority. Registration begins for concurrently enrolled special admit high school and adult school students.
MAY 6
- GROUP 5 - Registration begins for New and returning (former) students on a first come, first served basis.
MAY 7 - MAY 9
- GROUP 6 - Registration begins for students who do not fall into priority groups 1 - 5. Appointments are generated on a first come, first served basis. Given the scheduling limitations of our Student Information System (SIS), students in this priority group will occur over a one-week period. The average cohort size for this priority group is 2,000+ students.
MAY 12
- OPEN REGISTRATION - Registration begins for all enrolled college students without the need for a registration appointment.
MAY 26
- HOLIDAY - Memorial Day - CAMPUS CLOSED
MAY 30
- Spring Regular(16 Week) Session Ends – COMMENCEMENT DAY CEREMONY
JUNE 9
- Spring 2025 Grades Due from Faculty by 5:00 PM
- SUMMER SESSION BEGINS - Students enrolled in summer short term classes (less than 8-weeks) should drop by the first scheduled class meeting to avoid receiving a “W“ and being charged registration fees.
JUNE 10
- Spring 2025 Grades available online at Self Service at MySWC
JUNE 19
- HOLIDAY - JUNETEENTH - CAMPUS CLOSED
JUNE 30
- Deadline to Petition for Summer 2025 Graduation
JULY 3
- HOLIDAY - INDEPENDENCE DAY Observed - CAMPUS CLOSED
AUGUST 7
- Last day of classes – End of Summer 2025
AUGUST 14
- Summer 2025 Grades Due from Faculty by 5:00 PM
AUGUST 15
- Summer 2025 Grades available online at Self-Service at MySWC
August 25, 2025 to December 14, 2025

APRIL 21
- Priority Registration begins by appointment
- GROUP 1 - Registration begins for EOPS, Disability Support Services (DSS), Veterans, Armed Forces, CalWORKs, Foster Youth, Former Foster Youth, Homeless Youth, Former Homeless Youth, Tribal TANF recipients, Students with dependent children (under 18 years of age), students who HAVE MET the Student Success mandates (orientation + assessment-placement + student education plan)
APRIL 24
- GROUP 2 - Registration begins for Associated Student Organization Executive Board (ASO), Senate Members, Student Trustee, District Identified Learning Communities, FYE-SYE, MESA Program, University Links, Vocational Rehabilitation, Honors Program, Eligible Student Athletes, AB540, Restorative Justice, International Students (F1), SWC student workers who HAVE MET the Student Success mandates (orientation + assessment-placement + student education plan), Dual Admissions Program UC/CSU
APRIL 26
- GROUP 3 - Registration begins for SWC High School Early Admission Program (EAP) students (Fall term only) students who HAVE MET the Student Success mandates (orientation + assessment-placement + student education plan)
APRIL 28 - MAY 05
- GROUP 4 - Registration begins for continuing students who have not lost registration priority. Registration begins for concurrently enrolled special admit high school and adult school students.
MAY 6
- GROUP 5 - Registration begins for New and returning (former) students on a first come, first served basis.
MAY 7 - MAY 9
- GROUP 6 - Registration begins for students who do not fall into priority groups 1 - 5. Appointments are generated on a first come, first served basis. Given the scheduling limitations of our Student Information System (SIS), students in this priority group will occur over a one-week period. The average cohort size for this priority group is 2,000+ students.
MAY 12
- OPEN REGISTRATION - Registration begins for all enrolled college students without the need for a registration appointment.
AUGUST 11
- START OF NURSING AND PARAMEDICS 2025 FALL PROGRAMS
AUGUST 25
- FALL REGULAR (16 WEEK) SESSION BEGINS
SEPTEMBER 7

Deadline to complete items below through Self-Service (online only)
- LAST DAY TO DROP Fall REGULAR classes without receiving a “W” on record or being charged fees
- LAST DAY TO DROP Fall REGULAR classes with eligibility for a refund of registration fees
- LAST DAY TO ADD using add authorization code from instructor for Fall REGULAR classes
SEPTEMBER 8
- CENSUS DAY
SEPTEMBER 9
- FIRST DAY of Withdrawal with “W” for a Fall regular (full 16-week) semester class
SEPTEMBER 20
- Financial Aid Freeze Date
OCTOBER 1
- Deadline to Petition for Fall 2025 Graduation – Students on CSU E-Verification List
OCTOBER 20
- Second 8 week session begins
OCTOBER 31
- Deadline to Petition for Fall 2025 Graduation
NOVEMBER 11
- HOLIDAY — Veterans Day — CAMPUS CLOSED
NOVEMBER 14
- LAST DAY TO DROP a Fall regular (full 16-week term) session class and receive a “W” on record
NOVEMBER 27-28
- HOLIDAY — Thanksgiving — CAMPUS CLOSED
DECEMBER 8 - 14
- Finals Week
DECEMBER 14
- FALL REGULAR (16 WEEK) SESSION ENDS
DECEMBER 19
- Fall 2025 Grades Due from Faculty by 5:00 PM
DECEMBER 20
- Fall 2025 Grades available online at Self-Service at MySWC
DECEMBER - JANUARY TBD
- Winter Break

Which Classes Should I Choose?

Whether you're a new student waiting to see a counselor, or a transfer student waiting for your official transcripts to come in, the SWC Catalog can help you plan your own schedule so you can register now, instead of waiting.

Math and English
- See your placement results, or
- Learn more about the Assessment process in the catalog
Major requirements
- If you know your major, find the list of requirements by checking out the Programs page in the Catalog—click on your major, then on "Programs" to see all your options
- If you're unsure of your major, learn about Fields of Study in the Catalog, or see the friendly folks in the Career Center
General Education requirements.
- There are three basic General Education patterns, and all three are spelled out in the Catalog:
  - CSU (e.g., San Diego State, Cal State Long Beach, etc.). If you are going to the Cal State system, you may want to give special attention to our "degree with a guarantee" program called ADT (or Associate Degree for Transfer).
  - IGETC (for CSU or UC schools: e.g., UC San Diego, UCLA. etc.)
  - Associate Degree (for those who will be transferring out of state or to private institutions, or not transferring)

If you're not sure which pattern you will choose, here is a link that lists all the current courses that appear in all 3 patterns!

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