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    Welcome Center

    Welcome Center

    The Laney College Welcome Center helps new and returning students navigate enrollment and access key student services. It provides support for setting up accounts, applying for financial aid, adding/dropping classes, and more. The center also offers information on student support services, scholarship opportunities, and photo ID services.

    Welcome Center Services

    • Enrollment assistance
    • Passport and Canvas support
    • Student email setup
    • Information on student support services & student communities
    • Online application to Peralta Colleges
    • Help with adding/dropping classes
    • Financial aid application assistance
    • Photo I.D. (closes 30 minutes before the center)
    • Printing unofficial transcript
    • Scholarship information

    Contact our SOAR team for support!

     

    Contact Us

    Building A, Room 101 (A-101)
    900 Fallon St
    Oakland, CA 94607
    laneywelcomecenter@peralta.edu
    (510) 464-3540 – Press 4 to leave a message

    *Please provide your full name, student ID# (if you have one), date of birth and a return contact number. Calls will be returned within 24 business hours.

    Enrollment Coordinator
    Charles Bradford
    (510) 464-3324
    cbradford@peralta.edu

    In-Person Office Hours

    Building A, Room 101
    Monday – Friday
    8:00am - 5:00pm

    * The Student Photo ID Department closes 30 minutes before the Welcome Center’s closing time.

    Remote Services

    Schedule HERE —>>>
    Mondays & Wednesdays
    10:00am – 1:00pm

    Drop-In Lobby
    Fridays: 10:00am – 1:00pm

    Drop-In Lobby Here —>>>

    Enrollment How-To Videos

    Laney College | How to Enroll – Step-by-Step Guides

    This playlist provides easy-to-follow video guides on how to enroll, register for classes, apply for financial aid, and access student services. Whether you're a new or returning student, these step-by-step tutorials will help you navigate the enrollment process with confidence.

    Topics Covered:

    • How to Apply to Laney College
    • How Create a CCCApply Account
    • How to Add & Drop Classes
    • Student Portal & Campus Resources
    • Discovering Low & Zero Cost Textbook Classes

    Eagle SOAR Student Onboarding Assistance & Retention (SOAR)

    The SOAR team at Laney College is dedicated to ensuring the success of both new and returning students by providing personalized support in outreach, onboarding, and retention. Whether you're navigating college for the first time or returning to further your education, our dedicated team is here to help you every step of the way.

    How Can SOAR Help You?

    Our team offers comprehensive assistance with:

    • CCCApply Application: Get step-by-step guidance to complete your application smoothly.
    • Course Registration: Learn how to select and enroll in the classes that align with your academic and career goals.
    • Financial Aid Assistance: From FAFSA to scholarships, we’ll help you understand and initiate your financial aid process.
    • Campus Resources: Explore the many resources available to support your academic, personal, and professional development.

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    SOAR Office
    Welcome Center
    laneysoar@peralta.edu

    Jay Gomez
    Program Specialist- Student Services
    Email: jaygomez@peralta.edu

    Devon Banks
    Program Specialist- Student Services
    Email: devonbanks@peralta.edu

    Hours
    Monday – Thursday
    8:00am – 5:00pm

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