{"id":3372,"date":"2026-01-16T17:40:19","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T17:40:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/admissions\/?page_id=3372"},"modified":"2026-02-12T17:41:12","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T17:41:12","slug":"reup","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/admissions\/returning-students\/reup\/","title":{"rendered":"ReUp Education: Empowering Adult Learners"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>GCC is proud to participate in the Education to Workforce Marketplace, a partnership between the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education and ReUp Education. This statewide initiative is designed to re-engage adult learners with <i>some college credit but no credential<\/i>. GCC is committed to enhancing student success by increasing credential attainment, growing a skilled workforce, and reducing barriers for adult learners.<\/p>\n<p>If you are identified as an eligible participant of this free program, a ReUp Success Coach will connect with you and guide you through the re-enrollment process. ReUp Coaches will help you determine if returning is right for you and what resources you will need to successfully complete your academic journey at GCC.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Apply as a Returning Adult Learner<\/h2>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim gcc\">\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>1. Apply for Readmission<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p>If you\u2019ve been away for a calendar year or more and left in <em>good academic standing<\/em>, complete the free application for readmission and submit additional documentation if applicable.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.gcc.mass.edu\/apply\/\" class=\"gccbutton\">Apply Online <i class=\"fa-solid fa-pen-field\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>\u00a0Submit your official high school (or equivalent) transcript or equivalent to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:admission@gcc.mass.edu\">admission@gcc.mass.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Attended another college since GCC? Have your official transcripts sent electronically to\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:admission@gcc.mass.edu\">admission@gcc.mass.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>If you left GCC on academic warning, academic probation, or were academically suspended or dismissed, please contact <a href=\"mailto:mcclintock@gcc.mass.edu\">Carter McClintock<\/a>. Students who were academically suspended or dismissed need to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.gcc.mass.edu\/register\/student-academic-appeal\"><span class=\"s1\">submit an academic appeal<\/span><\/a>\u00a0before returning to take classes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>2. Questions About the Process? Contact Us!<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p>If you have questions about the readmission process, get in touch! Be sure to identify yourself as a ReUp student.<\/p>\n<p>Meet with an admission coordinator through a 1:1 appointment or at one of our in-person or virtual events to help determine your pathway to returning to GCC.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"\/admissions\/calendar\/admission-coordinator-appointments\/\" class=\"gccbutton\">Meet w\/ an Admission Coordinator <i class=\"fa-regular fa-clock\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a> <a href=\"\/admissions\/calendar\/\" class=\"gccbutton ghost\">Admission Events <i class=\"fa-regular fa-calendar-days\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\nMost students hear back within three to five business days after completing all required steps.<br \/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>3. Apply for Financial Aid<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p>Many returning students qualify for financial assistance. Applying early helps ensure you receive the maximum support.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Use GCC\u2019s federal school code <strong>002169<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gcc.mass.edu\/financial-aid\/how-to-apply\/\">Follow GCC\u2019s financial aid steps<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Need help? Contact GCC Student Financial Services,\u00a0 (413) 775-1109 or <a href=\"mailto:sfs@gcc.mass.edu\">sfs@gcc.mass.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>4. Complete Enrollment Checklist<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/connect.gcc.mass.edu\/apply\">Log back into your admission account<\/a> to complete the required items on your admission and enrollment checklist.<\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/connect.gcc.mass.edu\/apply\" class=\"gccbutton ghost\">Log In <i class=\"fa-light fa-pen-field\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>GCC is proud to participate in the Education to Workforce Marketplace, a partnership between the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education and ReUp Education. This statewide initiative is designed to re-engage adult learners with some college credit but no credential. 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