Register and Pay
Registration
Students register for Pierce College classes through the ctcLink Student Center. If you need help registering, you can get help online though Zoom rooms and chat. You can also download ctcLink guides on using the class search, how to register and more.
When to Register
Registration dates are posted on the Academic Calendar. Pierce College uses an annual enrollment system, where you can plan and register for your entire year of classes at once.
2026-2027 Annual Enrollment Opening Dates
- Current students: April 27, 2026
- All students, including new students: May 18, 2026
New Students
Once you have applied for admission, completed the Student Success Orientation, and met with an advisor, you are ready to register online at your assigned time.
Payment
When to Pay
After the initial due date, tuition is due within 24 hours of registration.
Tuition Due Dates
Summer Term 2026
- June 22, 2026
Fall Term 2026
- Session 1 courses: September 7, 2026
- Session 2 courses: September 21, 2026
Winter Term 2027
- Session 1 courses: December 21, 2026
- Session 2 courses: January 5, 2027
Spring Term 2027
- Session 1 courses: March 22, 2027
- Session 2 courses: April 5, 2027
How to Pay
- Pay directly in your ctcLink account (ctcLink Gateway > Student Homepage > Financial Account).
- Pay in person with cash, check, or credit card (Visa or MasterCard) at any of our cashiering offices on campus.
- Pay though our Simple Pay system with e-check or credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Note: Simple Pay is only compatible with the Chrome browser. Firefox and Internet Explorer are not supported.
- Payment Plans: Self-Service Payment Plans are now active through your ctcLink account. If you choose to enroll in the payment plan, your first payment and $25 fee is due at time of enrollment into the plan.
To learn more about paying tuition, tuition and fees, residency requirements, and refunds, see the Cashier Office web page.