How to Apply

Before beginning our Railroad Science program, please note:

Selection process and requirements

10 weeks prior to class start date: Financial Aid must be submitted. You are responsible for checking your student account to ensure all documentation is submitted successfully.
6 weeks prior to class start date: $500 nonrefundable deposit due.
- This deposit is nonrefundable and will apply toward your tuition/fees.
- Do not pay the deposit unless you are sure you can attend your chosen session date.
  - Log in to your MyJCCC account.
  - Find the card titled “Enroll and Pay.”
  - Choose “Pay for Classes.”
  - Select the “Deposits” tab (top of page).
  - Select a term.
  - Select “Railroad Student Deposit” and continue through the prompts to pay deposit.
4 weeks prior to class start date: Remaining full cost of tuition due, or financial assistance firmly in place to reserve your seat — first come, first served. Tuition is $5,946-$8,304 (subject to permanent residence). See Program Costs & Financing.
Must be at least 18 years old and possess a high school or general education diploma (GED).
Able to lift 75 lbs.
Pass a hearing and vision test. Applicants cannot be color blind and must meet vision and hearing threshold guidelines as described by the FRA.

Apply here: Application is good for 2 years.

Application hints:

Under the Academic Major at JCCC section, select Program and search Railroad to select conductor certificate.
The Academic Term is the college semester in which the class session of your choice begins.
Allow at least 48 hours for JCCC Admissions to process your application. Check your email for application status.
Class space is limited. Applicants will be notified if their class session choice is full and will be invited to attend the next available class session.
To change your major after submitting your application, follow these instructions.