Registration & Enrollment Services

View Student Account Activation Guide in Full Screen

Step 1

Open a web browser, and go to the LionsLink Powered by ctcLink activation page (LWTech.edu/LionsLinkActivation).

Step 2

Below the login window, click on ‘Activate Your Account’ link.

Step 3

Follow the instructions by entering your First Name, Last Name, Date of Birth, and ID number. Click on ‘Submit’.

Tip:

• Current Student? Use your 9-digit student ID number (old SID)
• New Student? Use your 9-digit ctcLink ID (from welcome email)
• Getting stuck? Make sure the name you entered is the one you used during admissions

Step 4

Enter your preferred email, 3 required security questions, and account recovery information.

Tip: Answers to the security questions have to be at least 6 characters. You’ll need your security answers to reset your password. Write them down or take a screenshot.

Step 5

Create your password and enter it a second time to confirm it. Then, click on ‘Submit’.

Step 6 

Your account is now activated! Make sure to record your ctcLink ID (this is your new student ID number). Then, click ‘OK’. 

Step 7 

Use your new student ID number and password to log into the classic view of LionsLink (LWTech.edu/ClassicLogin).

Step 8 

You will be on the ‘Gateway’ Page. Click on ‘Student Homepage’ .

Step 9

This is the Classic View Student Homepage. LWTech is now set as your college. You may log out, explore the Classic View Student Homepage, or explore using Student View (LWTech.edu/StudentView).

View Making Payments Guide in Full Screen

Important Note

Some students have reported issues being able to see or pay their account balance in ‘Student View’.

At this time, we are encouraging students to use ‘Classic View’ to make payments. You can access ‘Classic View’ at LWTech.edu/ClassicLogin.

Tip: If you are already logged into ‘Student View’ you will need to log out and fully close your browser window before logging into the ‘Classic View’. This is necessary to set your institution as LWTech and correct the issue. 

Step 1 (Classic View Directions)

Use your student ID number and password to log into the classic view of LionsLink (LWTech.edu/ClassicLogin).

Tip: If you forgot your password, click on ‘Password Help’ to reset it. Additional directions can be found in the Reset Your LionsLink Account Password tutorial. 

Step 2 (Optional)

If you are of have been a student at more than one Washington state community college, click the college you want to make a payment for.

Step 3

You will be on the ‘Gateway’ page. Click on ‘Student Homepage’.

Step 4

On the Student Homepage, click on the ‘Financial Account’ tile.

Step 5

To view your overall account balance, select ‘Account Balance’ from the left-side navigation bar.

Step 6

If you would like to view more details about your account balance, select ‘Charges’ on the left side navigation bar. 

In the newly appeared dropdown, select ‘Charges Due’. 

Then select the ‘Detail of Charges Due’ tab in the middle of the page.

Tip: Learn more about fees from the Tuition and Fees webpage.

Note

There are two options for making a payment. You can make a single payment or use the ‘Nelnet Payment Plan’ for monthly payments.

Tip: Learn more about payment plans on the Tuition and Fees webpage.

Step 7

If you would like to make a single payment, select ‘Payments’ from the left-side navigation bar. In the newly appeared dropdown, select ‘Make a Payment'. 

Step 8

Enter the amount you want to pay in the ‘Payment Amount’ text box. Then click on ‘Next’. 

Tip: If you are enrolled for the current quarter and do not see an account balance in Classic View, submit a helpdesk ticket at helpdesk.lwtech.edu.

Step 9

Click on ‘Continue to Make Payment’ to pay by Visa, Mastercard, or American Express.

Tip: Visit the Cashier’s Office in West Building, W201F, to pay by check, money order, cash, debit, or credit card. 

Step 10

Enter your billing information and payment details. Then click on ‘Finish’. 

Check the information and click ‘Submit’. 

If the payment was successfully processed, you will receive a confirmation page that you can save for your records.  

Tip: While you can use Student View to make a payment, we suggest using Classic View to minimize issues. Thank you for your patience. 

Step 1 (Student View Directions)

On the LionsLink Portal (LWTech.edu/StudentView), click on ‘ctcLink Login’.

Step 2 

Enter your ‘ctcLink ID’ number, and click on the ‘Next’ button. Then enter your ‘Password’ and click on the ‘Verify’ button.

Step 3

Your most recent financial transactions can be seen under ‘Recent Transactions’ section on the Dashboard.

Step 4

To view details of the charges, use the left side navigation bar to click on ‘Financials’. 

Step 5

The ‘Financials’ tab will create a drop down menu. Click ‘What I Owe’.

Step 6

Charges are displayed by quarter. Selecting the 'Expand'icon next to each quarter will display a detailed list of charges.

Tip: Learn more about fees from the Tuition and Fees webpage.

Step 7

Click ‘Make a Payment’ button, if you would like to make a payment.

Step 8

There are two options for making a payment. You can make a single payment or use the ‘Nelnet’ payment plan for monthly payments.

General LionsLink Help

If you need help with navigating LionsLink Powered by ctcLink including activating your LionsLink account, paying for school, viewing your grades and more.

Additional LionsLink Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions
• ASK Me! - Can't find the information you need? Use our ASK Me! form to get your questions answered.
• ITS Helpdesk Ticket - Submit a helpdesk ticket to ITS.

View Enroll (Register) for Classes Guide in Full Screen

Please Note

This How-To Guide is for students not enrolled in High School programs.

Lake Washington Technical Academy and Running Start Students: you must register with the assistance of an Advisor. Please add your chosen classes to your Shopping Cart, and then contact your LWTA or RS Advisor for assistance.

Step 1 (Student View

On the LionsLink Portal (LWTech.edu/StudentView), click on ‘ctcLink Login’.

Tip: You must be logged in to your LionsLink account in order to add classes to your shopping cart and enroll. You can use the ‘Class Search’ tile if you are just browsing classes. 

Step 2 

Enter your ‘ctcLink ID’ number and ‘Password’. Then click on the ‘Sign in’ button. 

Tip: If you forgot your password, click on ‘Password Help’ to reset it. Additional directions can be found in the Reset Your LionsLink Account Password tutorial. 

Step 3

On the left side navigation bar, select ‘Class Information’. In the newly appeared dropdown, select ‘Class Search’. 

Tip: Depending on the size of your screen, you may need to click on the ‘hamburger’ menu icon on the left side of your screen to expand the menu options.

Step 4

From the first search criteria dropdown, select the ‘Term (Quarter)’ for which you want to view classes for.

The term is required to search for classes. 

Tip: The page may display differently depending on the size of your screen. You may need to scroll to see all information. 

Step 5 

From the second search criteria dropdown, narrow down your search by selecting the ‘Subject’ for which you want to view classes for.

Tip: 

• Can’t find the class you want? Try searching under CCN as well as the regular subject name (Example: ‘Accounting’ vs. ‘Accounting (CCN)’).
• CCNs are Common Course Numbered (CCN) courses and allow for easier transfer between colleges and are noted by an “&” symbol after the department name.

Step 6 (optional)

Select additional filters to narrow your class search results. You may also select ‘More Filters’ for additional search criteria. 

Step 7 (optional)

Check on the ‘Show Open Classes Only’ box to see only classes that have space available. 

Tip: Do not check the ‘Show Open Classes Only’ box if you want to add yourself to a waitlist.

Step 8

Once your filters are set, click on ‘Search’. 

Step 9

Review the class options.

Tip:

• Pay special attention to the ‘Section’ name. This provides information on the course format. 
  • LEC=Lecture
  • LAB=Laboratory/Studio
• The ‘Status’ shows how many spots are available. 
  • O=Open
  • W=Waitlist 
  • C=Closed 

Step 10

Expand the course(s) you want to learn more about by clicking the ‘Caret’ button.

Depending on the size of your screen, it may appear as a ‘View’ button.

Step 11A

Review all the class details.

Step 11B

Important class details include:

• ‘Meets’: Lists the days and times the class takes place. 
• ‘Room’: Where class is located on campus.
• ‘Instructor’: Who teaches the course.
• ‘Status’: How many spots are available.
• ‘Enrollment Requirements’: Also known as prerequisites. This is a course or other requirement that must be taken before enrolling. 
• ‘Class Notes’: Gives additional details about class meetings and other important information. 
• ‘Instruction Mode’: Course format (Example: In person, online, hybrid, etc.)

Step 12

When you are ready to register for a class, click on the ‘3-dot menu’ on the right.

Click on ‘Add to Cart’ to save it in your Shopping Cart while you search for additional classes. 

Important Tips for Lab/Studio Classes:

Some classes require you to enroll in two courses at the same time. For example, a ‘Lecture’ and ‘Laboratory’ class. If so, add both classes to your Shopping Cart by clicking on ‘Add to Cart’.

You may be prompted to choose the lab section. If so, select the option ‘Circle Button’ corresponding to your preferred lab section and click on ‘Continue’.

Step 13

You will notice the ‘Permission Number’. These are not being used in LionsLink. Leave this box blank.

If you want to be added to the waitlist for a class, check the box ‘Wait list if class is full’. 

Click ‘Save’. 

Step 14

To continue to search/add courses from the class schedule and add to your Shopping Cart, click on the ‘3-dot menu’. 

Then click ‘Add to Cart’.

Step 15

When you are ready to enroll in the classes in your cart, select ‘Enrollment’ on the left side navigation bar. In the newly appeared dropdown, select ‘Shopping Cart’. 

Step 16

Check the boxes for the classes that you want to enroll in. Then click on the ‘Enroll’ button. 

Step 17

Review the ‘Enrollment Results’ window to confirm classes have been added to your schedule. 

If you cannot add a class, an ‘Error Message’ will appear. 

When the class has been added successfully, the window will say ‘Added to your schedule’.

Tip: A green results box means that you have either been enrolled in the course or added to the waitlist. A red box means an error occurred and the class has not been added to your schedule. If you have been added to a waitlist, you will see your position number. 

Important Tip - Enrollment Requirements (prerequisites):

If you believe you have met the requirements to enroll in a class, but are being blocked from enrolling, please visit LWTech.edu/LionsLinkStudentHelp for registration assistance.

View Drop/Withdraw From Classes Guide in Full Screen

Please Note

This How-To Guide is for students not enrolled in High School programs.

Lake Washington Technical Academy and Running Start Students: you must register with the assistance of an Advisor. Please check with your LWTA or RS Advisor for assistance.

Please note that dropping/withdrawing from a class: 

• May impact your Financial Aid and/or your student account balance.
• Does not guarantee a refund. Pay attention to key refund dates each quarter, which are located at LWTech.edu/Enrollment.
• Could impact your college transcript and GPA.

Before dropping/withdrawing from a class, you are strongly encouraged to talk to a Financial Aid Specialist. If you are part of a special population program that provides funding, you are strongly encouraged to speak with them as well (ex: Veterans, Worker Retraining, WorkFirst, BFET, Opportunity Grant).

Step 1 (Student View)

On the LionsLink Portal (LWTech.edu/StudentView), click on ‘ctcLink Login’.

Step 2 

Enter your ‘ctcLink ID’ number and ‘Password’. Then click on the ‘Sign in’ button.

Tip: If you forgot your password, click on ‘Password Help’ to reset it. Additional directions can be found in the Reset Your LionsLink Account Password tutorial. 

Step 3

On the left side navigation bar, click on ‘Enrollment’.

In the newly appeared dropdown, select ‘Drop Classes’.

Step 4

Check the box next to the class you want to drop. Click on ‘Drop’ button.

Step 5

Click on ‘Drop’ on the confirmation message or ‘Cancel’ to go back.

Step 6

You have successfully dropped/withdrawn from classes.

Click on ‘OK’ to return to your schedule.

General LionsLink Help

If you need help with navigating LionsLink Powered by ctcLink including activating your LionsLink account, paying for school, viewing your grades and more.

Additional LionsLink Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions
• ASK Me! - Can't find the information you need? Use our ASK Me! form to get your questions answered.
• ITS Helpdesk Ticket - Submit a helpdesk ticket to ITS.

General LionsLink Help

If you need help with navigating LionsLink Powered by ctcLink including activating your LionsLink account, paying for school, viewing your grades and more.

Additional LionsLink Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions
• ASK Me! - Can't find the information you need? Use our ASK Me! form to get your questions answered.
• ITS Helpdesk Ticket - Submit a helpdesk ticket to ITS.