Start Strong

Your first visit at High Desert Medical College is designed to be welcoming, informative, and supportive. You will meet our team, explore programs, tour the campus, and learn about financial aid options so you can move forward with confidence.

A few helpful things to know as you plan your visit:

• Dress casually — come as you are
• Bring a friend or family member, if you would like support
• Free parking is available at all locations
• Please arrive a few minutes early to allow time for parking and check-in

When you arrive, check in at the front desk, and our team will take it from there.

Here is what a typical first visit looks like:

Check-In – You will check in at the front desk and be welcomed by our campus team.

Meet Your Admissions Representative – You will meet with a dedicated Admissions Representative who will discuss your goals, program interests, and timeline. They will guide you through the admissions process and answer any questions you have about our college and programs.

Program Overview & Campus Tour – You will receive an overview of the program(s) you are interested in and tour the campus, including classrooms and labs, so you can see where learning happens.

Financial Aid Discussion – You will meet with a Financial Aid Representative to review available financing options and receive general information based on your eligibility. Our goal is to make this process clear and easy to understand.

Completing financial aid steps early can help streamline your visit, but it is not required. Our Financial Aid team will walk you through everything and answer your questions.

Step 1: Create Your FSA ID

• Your FSA ID allows you to electronically sign your FAFSA and other required financial aid documents.
• Visit studentaid.gov to create your FSA ID. If you are a dependent student, a parent will also need to create an FSA ID

Step 2: Complete the FAFSA

• If possible, complete the FAFSA online before your appointment.
• Go to studentaid.gov
• Log in using your FSA ID
• Use HDMC Federal School Code: 042281

High Desert Medical College offers Federal Financial Aid, to those who qualify. Click here to view more about Financial Aid.