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The California Community Colleges have partnered with CA DMV and ID.me to protect student identities. You can verify online with either partner, or in person at multiple MiraCosta College locations.
Pick whichever works best for you.
Identity Verification cannot be completed over the phone, email or through virtual appointments.
⚠ What happens if I don't verify?
You'll be prompted to verify after you create your CCCApply account and begin your application. You can verify right then, or come back to it later.
Begin your MiraCosta College application through CCCApply.
Verify with the CA DMV Wallet or with ID.me while you're in the application, or select “Verify Later” and handle it afterward.
You can finish and submit whether or not you've verified yet. However, your application will not be processed by MiraCosta College until you complete your ID Verification.
If you selected “Verify Later,” complete verification through the CA DMV Wallet, through ID.me, or in person at the Oceanside Welcome Center in Building 14, San Elijo Welcome Center in Building 1100 or the Admissions and Records Office in Building 300 at the Community Learning Center Location.
All three methods satisfy the requirement equally. Choose the one that fits the documents and devices you have.
California's mobile Driver's License (mDL) is a free, secure digital ID in the CA DMV Wallet app. It verifies your identity from your phone while keeping your information on your device.
Best if you:
ID.me verifies your identity online by scanning an ID document and matching a selfie. It is used by more than 100 million people.
Best if you:
Bring an unexpired government-issued photo ID to the:
Identity Verification cannot be completed via email, Zoom or over the phone.
Best if you:
The CA DMV Wallet is part of a free and voluntary pilot program. To enroll:
Time to Complete:
Roughly 5 to 10 minutes for initial enrollment and verification.
Don't Have the App Yet?
Download it from your app store before starting:
Official CA DMV tutorial on setting up your mobile driver's license.
Good to Know:
California's AB 60 program allows individuals who cannot provide proof of legal presence in the United States to obtain a California driver's license or state ID card. If you don't currently have one, you may be eligible.
To qualify for an AB 60 driver's license:
To qualify for an AB 60 ID card:
ID cards do not require testing, only documentation.
How to get started:
Learn more about the AB 60 Driver's License & ID Card program (opens in new tab) →
CCCApply has implemented ID.me as part of the online application. ID.me provides a trusted pathway for students to securely verify their identity in accordance with federal standards.
Trusted by Government Agencies:
The same technology is used by the California EDD, Department of Veterans Affairs, IRS, and Social Security Administration.
Benefits to Students:
ID.me will not sell, rent, or trade your Personal Information. ID.me will only transfer your Personal Information with your consent, to third parties in order to assist in verifying your identity or community eligibility, and as required for the prevention of fraud.
How Your Data Is Handled:
ID.me uses strong encryption and retains biometric data only temporarily, from 24 hours up to 36 months depending on the credential. See the Privacy & Security section for details on your rights.
To verify with ID.me you'll need two documents.
1. One photo identification:
2. At least one other document:
See the full list of primary and secondary identification documents →
If neither online option works for you, verify your identity in person at the Admissions & Records office. No appointment is needed.
What to Bring
Where to Go
Welcome Center in Building 14 of the Oceanside Campus or Building 1100 at the San Elijo Campus.
Admissions and Records Office in Building 300 at the Community Learning Center.
Time to Complete
A few minutes once you're at the counter.
Identity verification is required, but you don't have to do it while you're applying. Selecting "Verify Later" lets you submit your application right away and come back to verification when you're ready.
What happens if you don't verify
Your application will be held and will not be processed. Once your identity has been verified, your application will be processed within 2 business days and you will receive your Welcome Email with your Student ID number, also known as SURF ID number.
Can't use CA DMV Wallet or ID.me? Verify in person instead.
The Oceanside Welcome Center, San Elijo Welcome Center or the Admissions and Records Office at the Community Learning Center Location can verify your identity at the counter. This is often the best option if you:
Call 760.795.6620 or 760.795.8710 first if you're not sure what to bring. See in-person verification details.
Both online options are built around keeping you in control of your own information.
Undocumented students are welcome to use these identity verification services. Collected information is used to verify student identity for enrollment purposes only and is not shared with external agencies for immigration enforcement.
The CA DMV Wallet is designed with privacy as a top priority:
Security features
ID.me built security and privacy requirements into their technology from inception and is committed to supporting your rights:
If you would rather not verify online at all, you can verify in person at our Oceanside or San Elijo Welcome Centers.
Or The Admissions and Records Office at our Community Learning Center Location.
ID.me provides a secure digital identity network that:
Note: Some credential data is retained after account deletion solely for fraud prevention and government auditing.
Support for identity verification is available from each partner and from our office.
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