Before applying to TCC, apply for your veteran/military educational benefits.
If you have more questions about your benefits, contact one of the VA VetSuccess counselors.
You're a veteran or military-connected student if you or a guardian spent time in one of the branches of the United States armed forces.
Getting Started at TCC
Our steps walk you through the process, from applying for admission to starting classes at TCC.
We recommend starting your request to use military benefits at least 2 months before your intended semester start date to begin the funding process.
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Apply for Admission
How do I apply to TCC?
Complete and submit an application for admission.
You can apply online with ApplyTCC (use Chrome or Firefox for the best experience), or use ApplyTexas as an alternate online application method.
Texas Free College Application Week
From October 13 to 19, 2025, first-year applicants and transfer applicants who are Texas residents are eligible to apply at no cost via the ApplyTexas application system.
Visit My Texas Future to apply.
What's the deadline to apply to TCC?
The admissions application deadline is 7 days before the start of the term. Submit your application at least 7 days before the start of the term.
Find deadlines and important dates in the 2025–2026 Academic Calendar.
When will I know if I'm accepted to TCC?
Check your personal email within 24–48 hours.
You will receive emails about your acceptance, instructions on activating your student email, submitting any supporting documentation, and next steps.
If you applied through ApplyTexas, please allow additional time for processing.
Apply for Financial Aid
Apply for financial aid and scholarships as early as possible for the best chance of receiving funds.
Learn more about how to apply for financial aid.
You can also apply for our available scholarships.
After you've applied for admission and been accepted, you'll need to submit your supporting documents.
Visit the pages linked below to learn how to submit your documents.
Non-Military Documents
- Evidence of Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccination (if new to TCC, under 22 years old, and taking face-to-face courses)
- Residency requirements (will determine tuition rates)
Military Documents
If using VA Benefits
Find forms and documents required for the certification process.
If using other veteran or military benefits
Get information about other educational benefits and their requirements.
Our TCC veterans counselors and advisors provide support in completing your application, understanding your benefits, the registration process, and your transition into college.
With a TCC veteran counselor/advisor, you will:
- Review new student requirements
- Complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA)
- Obtain a TSI Assessment referral
- Create a MyPlan referral (if your major is undecided)
- Take the Online Readiness Test (if you're enrolling in any online courses)
Get started by contacting one of our Veterans Resource Centers.
Your TCC veterans counselor/advisor will let you know which tests you're required to complete before registering for classes.
Common test requirements include, but are not limited to:
For more information on other tests, visit Testing Services.
Exemptions and Waivers for TSI Assessment
If you were honorably discharged, retired, released from active duty or are currently on active duty, you may be exempt from taking the TSI Assessment.
Learn more about military-related TSI exemptions and waivers.
Be sure you know how your veteran and military education benefits work before you register.
If you have questions about your benefits, contact our Veterans Resource Centers.
Ready to register? Learn how to get started registering for classes.
Trademark Notice
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site.
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Annual Security Report
Tarrant County College District Police Department prepares the Annual Security Report
in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act. The report includes statistics
for the previous three years (2022, 2023, 2024) for reported Clery Act crimes that
occurred on the campuses, non-campus buildings, or property owned or controlled by
the Tarrant County College District, and on public property within or immediately
adjacent to and accessible from the campuses. The Tarrant County College District
does not have any residential housing on the campuses. The Annual Security Report
also includes institutional policy statements pertaining to campus security, the reporting
of crimes, timely warning and emergency notification procedures, response to reported
sexual offenses and Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) crimes, and policies regarding
alcohol, drug, and tobacco use.
This report can be found on the TCCD website tccd.edu/annualsecurityreport. Printed copies of the Annual Security Report are available upon request at any Tarrant
County College Campus Police Department office. A printed copy can also be obtained
by calling 817-515-5500 or emailing stacy.wagner@tccd.edu.
Updated October 09, 2025