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Enroll in Late Start Classes

Classes begin in February and March. Search the class schedule.

Parking Permits Available!

Parking Permits are Required for ALL Vehicles at the Ridgecrest/IWV Campus. Parking permits for students will remain NO COST for the foreseeable future.

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Shop online or in the Gear Shop at the Ridgecrest campus!

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Gaysha Smith

Discover more about Professor of Art Gaysha Smith.

Find out What I'm Reading

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Helpful Walkthroughs

Watch these videos to learn how to handle everyday tasks—like updating your student info, adding or dropping classes, and checking your financial aid.

Student "How-To" Playlist

Financial Aid

Aid and scholarships available to help those that qualify, and most qualify. Remember to apply each year.

Pay for College

Other Resources

Campus Resources

Learning Assistance Center Childcare Resources CC Marketplace CC Basic Needs Campus Life

Online Resources

Student-Parent Information and Resources Computer and Technology Resources Kern Support Center (Tech support)Access Programs Directory

Yvonne Mills

Cerro Coso Faculty Member to Perform at Carnegie Hall

‘Balance is Bullsh*t:’ Cerro Coso to Host Book Signing with Elisha Beach March 18

Painter Brad Spence ‘Catch a Falling Knife’ Exhibition opening Friday March 13 at Cerro Coso

Cerro Coso Film Club

04/06 12:30 AM - 13:30 AM Ridgecrest/IWV Campus

KRV "First Step" Enrollment Event

04/07 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM KRV/Lake Isabella Campus

FA 2 U - Financial Aid Assistance

04/07 12:00 AM - 14:00 AM Ridgecrest/IWV Campus

Ice Cream Social - Rainbow Club

04/07 12:30 AM - 13:30 AM Ridgecrest/IWV Campus

Spring 2026 Faculty Book Study

04/07 12:30 AM - 13:30 AM Ridgecrest/IWV Campus

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Athletics

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