Step 1: Apply to Northland Community & Technical College

Start your free college application online.

• Complete the Northland application form to begin your journey.
• Submit anytime—save your progress and return later.
• No application fee required.

Step 2: Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships

Secure funding for your education.

• Submit the FAFSA using Northland’s school code: 002385
• Apply early to maximize your financial aid package
• Explore Northland scholarships for additional funding
• Veterans: Visit the Veteran Resource Center for benefit support

Step 3: Complete Placement Assessment (If Needed)

Determine your course placement.

• Northland uses various tests, including ACT, SAT, Minnesota Comprehensive Assessment (MCA), and/or your high school GPA, or prior college credits, to help determine course placement
• If placement can’t be determined based on that information, you will need to take an Accuplacer assessment
• Learn more about college placement testing

Guided Self-Placement: If you earned a GED, graduated from high school more than ten years ago, or have no other means of placement, you’ll complete guided self-placement with an academic advisor. Please bring your GED test results to the meeting.

Step 4: Register for Classes

Plan your first semester with expert guidance.

• Meet with your assigned advisor to select courses
• Get help aligning your schedule with your degree or career goals
• Access campus resources and support services