Admission and Enrollment
ADMISSION/READMISSION In keeping with its mission and goals, the colle ge offers admission to anyone who wishes to further his or her education and can benefit from such an experience. The college views enrollment as a process to assist students in continuing their education to achieve personal and career goals. Admission is not viewed as a process that uses traditional examinations and entrance requirements to reject those w ho wish to learn. The college considers learning to be a lifelong process and recognizes each individual’s previous experiences as valuable and important in future educational planning. Students who attended classes at the College previously but then discontinued their enrollment in the past 12 months or more must complete an online returning students application. Students are encouraged to make an appointment with an admission representative if assistance is needed to clarify a ne w program of study. No fee is charged for readmission processing. More information about name/address changes can be obtained in the office of Enrollment Services or by calling 610-799-1171.
ENROLLMENT POLICY AND REQUIREMENTS General Requirements Applicants must complete and submit the following to the Office of Enrollment Services: • LCCC “Application for Admission” and • LCCC “Statement of Residency.” All applicants are encouraged to submit a high school transcript or verification of an equivalency diploma—Test of General Education Development (GED). These documents are required of applicants requesting financial aid as well as applicants to the following programs of study: Early Childhood Education, Healthcare Sciences, Human Services, Paralegal, Professional Pilot, and Veterinary Technician. (See “Admission Procedures.”)
Information for High School Students High school students in good academic standing w ho wish to be considered for enrollment at LCCC while currently enrolled in high school must complete and submit the follo wing to the Office of Enrollment Services: • LCCC Application for Admission; • written approval from the school guidance counselor; • high school academic transcript; and • letter of recommendation from an instr uctor. High School applicants are also required to complete LCCC Skills assessment tests. Course registration is contingent upon receipt of passing scores. Inquiries should be made through the high school guidance office or the LCCC Admission Office at 610-799-1120. High School students, under the age of 18 y ears, must earn a high school diploma (or equivalent) prior to graduation from LCCC. Home-schooled students should contact the Admissions Office for more information.
Dual Enrollment The Dual Enrollment Program is an agreement between LCCC and local school districts that enables students who have achieved certain academic standards to take college courses while still in high school. Students participating in the program may earn transferable college credits for each course taken while also earning credits towards high school graduation requirements.
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For more information, contact the Director of High School Connections at 610-799-1120.
Under 18 Years of Age and Not Enrolled in High School If under 18 years of age and not cur rently enrolled in high school, graduation from high school or a GED is required. Applicants must complete and submit the following to the Office of Enrollment Services: • LCCC Application for Admission • LCCC Statement of Residency form • verification of high school completion (high school transcript or GED), and • students who wish to be considered for full-time enrollment at LCCC must submit all of the above and a letter of recommendation from the high school guidance counselor.
Additional Requirements and Policies • The college has no application deadline and reser ves the right to close a program when a large number of applications are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible to ensure ample time to complete the enrollment process. • Many programs of study have specific medical requirements that include an examination by a physician. (See “Admission Procedures.”) • The college reserves the right to guide the program and course selection of entering students. Remedial or developmental courses will be required in cases in which applicants have deficiencies in areas important to their success in college. • The college is limited in the number of students it can admit each year to some Healthcare Sciences degree and certificate programs, the Veterinary Technician degree program, and Professional Pilot degree program. Admission to each of these programs is competitive and may include a personal interview. Early application is encouraged. For more details, contact the Admission Office at 610-799-1575. • Students who have met the requirements of the secondar y component of the Tech Prep Program should submit a Tech Prep Certificate of Completion to the office of High School Connections along with the transcript to be eligib le for articulated credit through the designated Tech Prep Gateway.
HONORS AT LCCC The Honors options are designed to provide more rigorous educational experiences for students that will challenge them intellectually and personally in the context of understanding both their local communities and the global community. Student benefits include: • creative learning environments, • mentoring relationships with faculty, • leadership and community service opportunities. There are three ways to participate in Honors at LCCC: • Honors Scholars Program • College Honors Program • Honors Projects and Courses These programs are designed as an enhancement and enrichment to a student’s chosen curriculum. Students participating in these programs will be prepared to complete academic challenges with a higher set of skills and abilities. In addition, these successes will assist the student in developing self-confidence, better communication skills and prepare them to be leaders and to the community and beyond.