Get Started - How to Log In

Tip: Before logging in you will need to activate your account first (one time only). Directions can be found in the Activate your LionsLink Account/ID Number (Start here!) tutorial.

Abbreviated Instructions (Student View)

On the LionsLink Portal, click on ‘ctcLink Login’. Use the left hand navigation features to explore your options.

You may use the ‘Full Site’ link to visit the Classic View. 

Classic View vs. Student View

There are two different online LionsLink environments for students, Classic View and Student View

Use ‘Classic View’ to:

• Activate your account (one time only!)
• Enroll in a payment plan
• Complete immunization attestation
• Check/pay account balances if enrolled at another ctcLink school
• Turn on screen reader (students using assistive technologies, may find Classic View more accessibility friendly) 
• Upload documents

Use ‘Student View’ to: 

• Register for classes
• Pay tuition/fees
• Update contact information
• View grades and class schedule
• View your unofficial transcript
• And so much more! 

Login Instructions

Step 1 (Student View)

On the LionsLink Portal, 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.

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

Use the left side ‘Navigation Bar’, or ‘Main Dashboard’ to complete tasks. 

Tip: To login to the ‘Classic View’ of LionsLink, use the left side ‘Navigation Bar’ and click on ‘Full Site’. This will take you directly to the ‘Classic View’.

Step 4

If you attend multiple institutions, use the ‘Gear Icon’ on the top right of your ‘Dashboard’ to change institutions (colleges). 

Step 5

When finished, log out at the bottom of the left navigation bar by clicking ‘Logout’. 

If you do not log out, your session will expire.