Student Account Access - Single Sign On (SSO)

Everything You Need with Single Sign-on

One login. All your student tools.

With Glen Oaks’ Single Sign-On (SSO), you only need one login to access all the digital tools that support your college journey. From checking your email and submitting assignments to managing tuition payments and planning your degree, everything is connected in one secure place. Whether you're a first-time student, a returning adult, or somewhere in between, these tools help keep you on track—anytime, anywhere.

Student Single Sign-On (SSO) Access 

Your Digital Gateway to Student Success

At Glen Oaks Community College, we make it easy to access all the tools you need to succeed—whether you’re a first-time student, returning adult learner, or parent supporting a college-bound student.

Existing Users: SSO

Use your SSO Viking ID and password.

Be advised: if you haven’t updated your password recently you will be required to change it.

Still need help with getting signed in? We have several resources available to aid you in gaining access to your accounts:

Password Reset Student Help Desk

 

First-Time Users: Setting Up Your SSO Profile

Before you can access your GOCC student tools, you’ll need to activate your SSO (Single Sign-On) account. To get started, you’ll need:

What You’ll Need:

  • Your 7-digit Student ID Number
  • Your Viking ID

How to Create Your Viking ID:

Your Viking ID is made up of:

  • The first initial of your first name
  • Your full last name
  • The last 3 digits of your Student ID

Example:
Name: Josh Hoberman
Student ID: 0054321
Viking ID = jhoberman321

How to Set Up Your SSO Account

  1. Go to the SSO Login Page.

  2. Click on the “Account Activation” link just below the Sign In button.

  3. Follow the on-screen prompts to create your profile.
    You’ll need your Student ID and Viking ID to complete setup.

Go to SSO Login

 

Core Student Accounts & Tools

When you log in through Glen Oaks Single Sign-On (SSO), these are the four platforms you’ll use most often as a student:

Female student working in front of computer

Canvas

Canvas is your online classroom. Use it to: view and submit assignments, check grades and feedback, take quizzes and exams, and stay connected with your instructors.

Login Reminder:  Use your Viking ID as your username (example: jsmith321) and the password you set when activating your SSO account.

Access Canvas
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Viking Email

Your official Glen Oaks email is powered by Google, so it works just like a regular Gmail account.

Login Reminder:

Your username is your Viking ID followed by @viking.glenoaks.edu.
Example: jsmith321@viking.glenoaks.edu
Use the same password you created for your SSO account.

Access Your Email
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Etrieve

Your secure online document center.

Etrieve replaces paper forms and makes it easy to manage college paperwork from any device. Whether you’re submitting a financial aid form, updating your contact info, or applying for graduation, Etrieve keeps everything organized in one place.

  • Fill out and submit forms online
  • Track your submission status
  • Review and edit documents securely
  • No downloads or software needed

Login Reminder: Etrieve uses your Viking ID and SSO password—just like Canvas and MyGOCC.

Log in to Etrieve
GOCC Main Entrance

myGOCC

This is your student portal. Use MyGOCC to:

  • Register for classes
  • View your schedule, grades, and unofficial transcript
  • Monitor your financial aid and account balance.
  • Update personal contact information

Login Reminder: Use your Viking ID (e.g., jsmith321) and your SSO password to sign in.

Access myGOCC

Single-sign-on also let's you access your personalized these software tools as well:

Software What it Does
Nelnet Set up tuition payment plans, pay bills, and view balances.
Colleague Backend academic system that supports your student records.
Booked Reserve study rooms, labs, and other campus resources.
EZproxy 2 Off-campus access to library databases and research tools.
Koha Search library books and manage your checkouts.
Online Orientation New student learn helpful information to get them started.