Indian River State College (IRSC) is a public, comprehensive college with a statewide and national reputation for excellence. Students at IRSC enjoy small classes, personal attention and state-of-the-art facilities, with friendly professors and advisors who are active partners in their educational journey.
Watch this lesson to help you through the application process.
1. Identify Your Enrollment Intent
Before applying, determine your Degree Type (below) and Program of Study (explore by clicking on Degree Type):
- Associate in Arts
- Associate in Science
- Dual Enrollment
- Bachelor's
- Career Training
- Technical Certificate
- Educator Preparation Institute (EPI)
- Professional Development/Non-Degree
- Adult Education
If you are unsure about what you would like to study, take a free career assessment.
2. Know Your Student Type
- First Time in College: If you have never before attended college—even if you have earned college credit through high school Dual Enrollment—you are considered a first-time in college applicant.
- Returning to IRSC: Welcome back! We’re pleased that you are resuming your education, and we are committed to supporting your success as a returning student. Students who have not been enrolled at the College within the last 12 months must reapply for admission.
- Dual Enrollment: The IRSC Dual Enrollment program allows eligible students to simultaneously earn high school credit (toward their high school diploma) and credit toward an Associate Degree or career training certificate for an eligible course.
- Transfer: If you are coming to IRSC from another college or university—in-state, out-of-state, or abroad—you are considered a transfer student. Applicants who are transferring high school Dual Enrollment credits should select First Time in College.
- Transient: Students currently attending another college or university who wish to take courses at IRSC and transfer the credit back to their “home” institution may be admitted as “transient” students. Transient students should be advised by their home institution regarding which courses to take at IRSC and determine if they have satisfied the necessary course prerequisites.
- Bachelor’s Degree: You must hold an Associate Degree to be admitted and enroll in a Bachelor’s Degree program at IRSC. There is a $30 application fee required for the Baccalaureate program. Save your payment confirmation-receipt.
- Educator Preparation Institution (EPI): You must hold a Bachelor’s Degree to be admitted and enroll in the EPI program at IRSC. There is a $30 application fee required for the EPI program. Save your payment confirmation-receipt.
- International: Degree-seeking students from all over the world study at IRSC. You must apply as an international applicant if you are not a United States citizen or a United States permanent resident and are interested in obtaining an F1 student visa and working toward a degree at IRSC.
- Adult Education: Whether you wish to earn a GED®, improve literacy skills, or learn English, IRSC provides you with all the support you need. Visit the IRSC Adult Education Career Pathways for additional steps for the admission process.
GED® is a registered trademark of the American Council on Education (ACE) and administered exclusively by GED Testing Service LLC under license.
3. Next Steps
Once you have identified your Degree Type, Program of Study and Student Type, you are ready to apply. Click the Next Steps—Apply tab above for important details needed to complete your application.
After submission of your application, you will receive emails from IRSC. These include onboarding tasks which must be completed before registering for class. Outstanding tasks are also located in your Workday Student inbox.
To Access an Application in Progress
To complete an in-progress application, return to the IRSC Admissions Application site and sign into your account using the Sign In button at the top right corner of the page with the credentials you created when you submitted your application. Once you’re signed in, select the application type of the application you started under Admissions on the right. You’ll see your in-progress application under Your Applications with a status of Not Submitted. Click on the link to complete it.
To Check the Status of a Submitted Application
To review your application status, return to the IRSC Admissions Application site and sign into your account using the Sign In button at the top right corner of the page with the credentials you created when you submitted your application. Once you’re signed in, select the application type of the application you started under Admissions on the right. You’ll see your submitted application under Your Applications. Click on the link to see actions required.
Upload Documents in the Application
To upload any required documents, return to the IRSC Admissions Application site and sign into your account using the Sign In button at the top right corner of the page with the credentials you created when you submitted your application. Once you’re signed in, select the application type of the application you started under Admissions on the right. You’ll see your submitted application under Your Applications. Click on it to see actions required and upload any required documents.
Paying Application Fees
Account Holds
You can check to see if there are any holds on your account by checking your Workday inbox.
Online Help
Login to online Welcome Desks for help with applications, registrations, financial aid, student records and more. (Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Find your Student Type below, and then follow the instructions for creating your Applicant Profile, the first step of your IRSC application:
First Time in College
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = select the appropriate Degree Type
- Student Type = First Year in College
- Program of Study = select your area of interest
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
After submission of your application, email communications will be sent to your personal email account. Click on the PREPARE TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES tab for guidance.
Returning to IRSC
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = select the appropriate Degree Type
- Student Type = select the type that matches you best
- Program of Study = select your area of interest
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
After submission of your application, email communications will be sent to your personal email account. Click on the PREPARE TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES tab for guidance.
Dual Enrollment
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = Associate
- Student Type = Dual Enrollment
- Program of Study = Dual Enrollment
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your current high school
Review Dual Enrollment requirements and begin the application.
Transfer
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = select the appropriate Degree Type
- Student Type = Transfer
- Program of Study = select your area of interest
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
After submission of your application, email communications will be sent to your personal email account. Click on the PREPARE TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES tab for guidance.
Transient
Transient Students Attending a Florida Public Institution
Complete and submit a Transient Student Admission Application. This will serve as your application for admission to IRSC.
Transient Students Attending a Private or Non-Florida Public Institution
- Submit a transient student form from your home institution that includes the course(s) in which you are eligible to enroll at IRSC. Send to transfereval@irsc.edu.
- Complete the IRSC admissions process, beginning with the application.
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- Academic Level = select the appropriate Degree Type
- Student Type = Transient
- Program of Study = Transient Student
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
After submission of your application, email communications will be sent to your personal email account. Click on the PREPARE TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES tab for guidance.
Bachelor's Degree Candidates
You must hold an Associate Degree to submit this application; $30 application fee required.
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = Bachelor
- Student Type = select the type that matches you best
- Program of Study = select your area of interest
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
Begin Application for Bachelor of Science in Nursing (R.N. to B.S.N) Degree.
Begin Application for all other Bachelor's degrees.
Professional Development/Non-Degree
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = select the appropriate Degree Type
- Student Type = select the type that matches you best
- Program of Study = Non-Degree
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
After submission of your application, email communications will be sent to your personal email account. Click on the PREPARE TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES tab for guidance.
Adult Education
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = Non-Credit
- Student Type = Other
- Program of Study = select your area of interest
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
Educator Preparation Institute (EPI) Candidates
You must hold a Bachelor's Degree to submit this application; $30 application fee required.
On the Applicant Profile, complete the fields as follows:
- Academic Level = Bachelor
- Student Type = select the type that matches you best
- Program of Study = E.P.I – Educator Preparation Institute Certificate
- Anticipated Start = select the semester that you intend to begin taking classes
- Campus = select your preferred campus to receive advisement and other services
After submission of your application, email communications will be sent to your personal email account. Click on the PREPARE TO REGISTER FOR CLASSES tab for guidance.
Apprenticeship
IRSC workforce development programs include apprenticeship opportunities where students receive technical hands-on training from their employer and IRSC instruction in related coursework to advance their knowledge, skills and abilities.
To learn more, contact:
- Culinary Operations Apprenticeship Program: 772-226-2511 or culinary@irsc.edu.
- Pharmacy Technician Apprenticeship Program: Anna B. Hubbard, Ed.D., D.N.P., A.R.N.P., C.N.E. Dean, Health Science at 772-462-7544 or ahubbard@irsc.edu.
- All other Apprenticeship Programs: Johnna Wallace at jwallace@irsc.edu or 772-462-7892.
After you submit your Application for Admission, you must follow these steps prior to registering for class. Spring B classes begin Tuesday, March 2.
Students interested in “selective admissions” programs will complete additional or different steps depending upon the program of interest. Refer to the specific program pages for those instructions.
Applicants will receive an email with information about MyPioneerPortal and a few next steps to get started. Check your JUNK and SPAM folders if you don’t receive this email within 24 hours. Monitor your email for additional Onboarding requirements to complete your admissions.
For outcomes for graduates of Florida's postsecondary educational institutions, view the 2020 Economic Security Report.
Activate MyPioneerPortal & RiverMail
MyPioneerPortal is your gateway to connect to your student account in Workday and your official RiverMail student e-mail account. RiverMail is the official means of communication between you and IRSC.
- New to IRSC? Within 48 hours after your application has been submitted, you will receive an e-mail with details on accessing MyPioneerPortal.
- Current or returning IRSC student? Log into MyPioneerPortal. If you cannot remember your RiverMail address, contact the Information Call Center toll-free at 866-792-4772.
Register and Attend New Student Orientation
For students entering degree and technical certificate programs, attending New Student Orientation (NSO) is an essential next step in the IRSC admissions process. New Student Orientation will be conducted as a live stream virtual experience or as an online self-paced course.
Learn more and register for New Student Orientation.
Complete the Florida Residency Questionnaire
Students seeking Florida residency for tuition purposes are required to submit documentation to IRSC that proves their residency. For prospective students new to Florida, it is important to know that you cannot establish Florida residency just by virtue of 12-month enrollment in a college.
Login to Workday Student from MyPioneerPortal. Check your inbox for the Residency Statement questionnaire.
Complete Onboarding Tasks
Login to Workday Student from MyPioneerPortal using your student RiverMail. Click on the Academics worklet and check the Registration Requirements area for outstanding onboarding tasks.
Check out the interactive lesson to help with your onboarding tasks.
Register for Class
All admitted students may register for summer semester classes beginning Monday, March 29. Summer classes begin Wednesday, May 5. Register and pay for classes online via MyPioneerPortal.
To see available courses for the current semester, view the online course schedule.
