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Technical Questions
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Technical Support page for help with:
- Questions about social sign-in with Facebook and Google
- What to do if you encounter errors and error messages
- How to disable pop-up blockers
- Further instructions to assist with filling out applications and sending transcripts
Application Instructions
How to Navigate the Application
To complete this online application, type your answers in the
corresponding fields or select your answers from the popup lists
(where applicable).
After you complete a screen, click the NEXT
button at the bottom or on one of the sections listed on the left
column to move to a different screen. Before you are allowed to
jump screens, we will inspect your data on the current screen for
errors or inconsistencies. If errors or omissions are found, you
will be returned to the screen to correct your answer(s).
Otherwise, your data will be saved and you will proceed to the
requested screen. We also allow you to skip to another screen
without your new data being saved. Be aware that if you use the
Skip & Jump function on the left column, data on the current
screen will not be saved and will have to be reentered prior to
submittal.
Once you have completed the application, click the SUBMIT button
located on the left column to submit the application.
How to Complete the VCCS Online Application
For details on how to complete the VCCS online application,
please download the following tutorial: PDF: How to Complete the VCCS Online
Application
Browser Requirements
Apply to Virginia's Community Colleges is web-based and only requires an Internet connection and browser to use. We recommend using the compatible browsers and configurations listed below in order to get the best use out of the system.
Compatible Browsers Effective June 1, 2018
Windows
Mac
Note: other operating system/browser combinations will likely work, but are not actively tested or officially supported.
Browser Configurations
The following must also be installed or configured in order to use critical applications on this website:
- Adobe Reader (download)
- Pop-up blockers disabled or configured to allow pop-up windows from this website
- JavaScript and Cookies enabled (see our privacy policy)
Apply to Virginia's Community Colleges is accessible on a variety of phones, tablets and other devices. However,
Apply to Virginia's Community Colleges does not offer a mobile app at this time.
Other Questions
Please choose a contact option below:
- U.S. toll-free hotline:
1-800-GO-TO-XAP (1-800-468-6927)
From outside the U.S. and Canada, call 424-750-3900 and ask for customer support.
- Email:
Send us your comment or question using Talk to Us.
- Chat:
with us to get answers quickly and easily.
A customer support representative is available on business days
from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM ET, Monday through Friday (excluding
holidays).