2017 Viewbook

Be a

Saint.

Why a

Saint?

>> Top 5% in the nation for on-time degree completion. (NCCBP 2016)

>> Nationally recognized Hispanic-serving institution by President Obama, one of only four institutions in the state of Kansas.

>> Top 5% in the nation for our commitment to diversity and equality. (Diverse: Issues in Higher Education)

>> Over $750,000 in scholarships and grants awarded yearly.

>> Ranked #13 overall for online colleges in the state of Kansas (Onlinecolleges.com 2016).

ADMISSIONS

CHECKLIST ☐ Complete the admission application and turberculosis questionnaire online by visiting sccc.edu.

There is no application fee. ☐ Complete a scholarship application. The priority deadline for scholarships is April 1 for the fall semester and November 1 for the Spring semester. Applications received after the priority deadline will be put on a waitlist. ☐ Send your current high school transcript, and college transcript if applicable, to the SCCC Registrar’s Office. ☐ After March 1, visit sccc.edu/students/housing and click APPLY NOW to fill out a housing contract. A $100 deposit is required when filling out a housing contract. ☐ Send your ACT scores to SCCC, or sign up for the ACCUPLACER test. To schedule a time to take the ACCUPLACER call 620-417-1042. SCCC does not require an admissions exam, scores are used for course placement and/or assessment. **Appointments are required to guarantee a seat in the Testing Center.**

HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE in a variety of programs across campus, including industrial technology and allied health.

We’ve got you

COVERED. CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT

With concurrent, career, and transfer program opportunities, and online or on campus classroom options, there’s options for every Saint to reach their education and career goals.

Concurrent enrollment provides an opportunity for eligible students in high school to take courses that are taught for both high school and college (dual) credit. Saints looking to get a headstart with concurrent enrollment can pursue the option in all ten of SCCC’s outreach schools and communities, in addition to Liberal High School. Some concurrent options offered through local high schools are free of charge. Ask your school counsler for more information.

TRANSFER PROGRAMS SCCC offers a number of two year programs designed for Saints who want to continue their education at a four-year college or university. Our transfer programs can help you kick start your education at an affordable cost!

Accounting Agriculture Behavioral Science Biology Bio Chemistry Business Administration Marketing/Management Chemistry Computer Info Systems Dentistry (Pre)

Education Engineering (Pre) English History Journalism Mathematics Medicine (Pre) Music Pharmacy (Pre) Philosophy

Physical Education Physical Science Physical Therapy (Pre) Social Science Speech & Drama Sports Management Sports Medicine Veterinary (Pre) Visual Arts

CAREER PROGRAMS Looking for a way to obtain the training and knowledge needed to excel in the workforce? SCCC provides Saints the necessary tools to reach their desired goals through a variety of career programs.

Ag, Business & Personal Services and Humanities

Allied Health

Manufacturing

Transportation

Accounting Agriculture Business Administrative Technology Business Marketing/Management Computer Info Systems Cosmetology Criminal Justice Corrosion Technology Drafting & Design Technology HVAC + R Machine Tool Technology Natural Gas Technology Process Technology Welding Technology

Certified Medication Aide Certified Nursing Aide Medical Laboratory Technology Nursing Respiratory Therapy Surgical Technology

Auto Body Collision Repair Automotive Business Management Automotive Mechanics Technology Diesel Technology Truck Driving

Can I really afford c FEDERAL STUDENT AID Federal student aid includes the Pell Grant, Federal Student Loans, and Federal Work Study. In order to determine eligibility for any of these types of aid Saints must fill out a FAFSA online. Individuals who fill out the FAFSA may not be eligible for all types of federal student aid.

HOW TO APPLY

After October 1, go to fafsa.gov to file your FAFSA. Items required to file the FAFSA: >>General student and parent information such as full legal names, birthdate, social security numbers, and email addresses. >>Prior year tax returns for parents and student >>School code: 008228 To check on the process of your federal student financial aid application or to request a copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR), go to fafsa.gov.

college?

GRANTS & SCHOLARSHIPS In addition to the grant and scholarship opportunities below, Saints are encouraged to seek outside financial assistance opportunities through clubs, organizations, religious groups or other areas of interest they may participate in.

ACADEMIC

>>$1,000 Academic Excellence Scholarship: >>$800 General Academic Scholarship: >>$600 General Academic Scholarship: >>$400 Academic Incentive Award:

3.5+ GPA 3.00-3.49 GPA 2.50-2.99 GPA 2.00-2.49 GPA

(All scholarships require a 15 credit hour enrollment and a completion of 12 credit hours.)

TUITION PLUS BOOKS AND FEES* PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP

Awarded to a senior recommended by their counselor with 3.0+ GPA. If the student has above a 3.5 GPA and is selected as a student tour guide, the scholarship is raised to tuition, books and fees.* Recipients must enroll in and attend 15 credit hours through 25% of each semester, maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or cumulative GPA of 3.5 if selected to work in the admissions office) and complete at least 12 credit hours each semester.

ACTIVITIES SCHOLARSHIPS

Following sponsor recommendation, students may be eligible for a performance book scholarship or a $1000 plus books scholarship, based on their participation in one of the following areas: >>Agriculture/Judging >>Art >>Athletic Training >>Athletics >>Cheerleading >>Drama/Theater >>Journalism

>>Lab Tutor >>Math >>Music-Vocal/Instrumental >>Peer Tutor >>Phi Beta Lambda >>Saints-n-Action >>Student Manager

YES,

YOU CAN.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

NOW

☐ Visit sccc.edu to submit your admissions application at the beginning of your fall semester. If still in high school, use a copy of your 9th - 11th grade transcripts (classes and grades) for reference.

FALL

☐ Search for outside scholarships. ☐ Take the ACT or ACCUPLACER placement test and submit the scores to SCCC. The SCCC ACT code is 1439.

SEPTEMBER

☐ Once admitted, sign a contract for student housing. This contract includes a nonrefundable $100 deposit required to reserve your room.

OCTOBER

☐ The FAFSA (free application for Federal Student Aid) becomes available online at fafsa.gov. You must complete a FAFSA to be considered for federal loans, grants, and federal work study. Saints are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as soon as possible as some need based federal financial aid is limited.

APRIL

☐ Complete and turn in a scholarship and grant application by the April 1st priority deadline to be considered for SCCC scholarships.

Applications received after this date will be put on a wait list and rely on available funds in order to award. Scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis.

SPRING/SUMMER ☐ Sign up and participate in an All Saints Day where you can enroll in classes, meet with an advisor, get more information, and meet other Saints. Visit sccc.edu or call 620-417-1100 to register. ☐ Ensure all official, final transcripts are sent to the SCCC Registrar’s Office. This includes high school and any other colleges or universities you attended.

AUGUST

☐ Classes start

RIGHT AT

HOME

Multiple on-campus living arrangement options give Saints an opportunity to become part of the housing community at SCCC.

As part of the housing community at SCCC, Saints learn how to live independently yet converse and interact with peers with different backgrounds, views, and social skills.

Included in the cost of housing for the year is: >>19 meals per week

>>Laundry facilities

>>Snack machines

>>Game room

>>Utilities

>>Outdoor basketball court, sand volleyball court, and fire ring

>>Wireless internet, cable and landline telephone service >>Lighted parking >>24/7 security >>Study room, computer lab, and free printing

>>monthly housing events.

STUDENT LIVING CENTER

>>Traditional style coed dormitory >>Two bedrooms, two students per bedroom, one shared bathroom Full year: $4,800 double occupancy (Single: $5,800) Semester: $2,400 double occupancy (single: $2,900)

MANSIONS

>>Four-bedroom suites >>One bathroom per two bedrooms >>Small commons area Full year: $4,800 double occupancy (Single: $5,800) Semester: $2,400 double occupancy (single: $2,900)

HALE COURT

>>Male only dorm located at the Industrial Technology campus >>Four bedrooms per building >>One bath per two bedrooms Full year: $4,600 double occupancy (Single: $5,600) Semester: $2,300 double occupancy (single: $2,800)

we bleed

Green

Saints and Lady Saints athletes give it their all as they represent Seward County Community College in nine different sporting opportunities. Whether you’re in the Greenhouse, the stands at Brent Gould field, or cheering as you listen to live radio coverage, you’re sure to catch a great game!

WOMEN’S

MEN’S

SOFTBALL

BASEBALL

>>Jayhawk West Champions or runners-up for 11 out of 12 years

WOMEN’S TENNIS

>>Region VI Runner’s-up >>7th place NJCAA National Tournament finish 2016

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL

>>24 straight seasons of 20 or more wins >>2016 Jayhawk Conference runners-up >>2016 Region VI runners-up

VOLLEYBALL

>>Ranked in NJCAA Top 20 for 19 of the past 22 seasons >>2016 Jayhawk West runners-up >>2016 Region VI runners-up

>>11 Jayhawk West Championships in the past 16 years >>Kelby Tomlinson (San Franscisco Giants) 2015 MLB debut

MEN’S TENNIS

>>Back to back Region VI Champions >>6th place NJCAA National Tournament finish 2016

MEN’S BASKETBALL

>>4 straight Jayhawk West Championships from 2010-2014

For more info on SCCC Athletics, including game schedules, visit: sewardsaints.com

Something for

EVERYONE.

With over 20 clubs and organizations on campus, there’s no shortage of ways for Saints to get involved. From Block & Bridle to Student Veterans of America there’s something for everyone.

Block & Bridle << Campus Messengers << for Christ (CMC) Cheerleading << Computer Information Systems << Concert Band << Concert Choir << Crusader Newspaper Staff << Drama << Hispanic American << Leadership Organization (HALO)

Industrial Division Club << Kapa Beta Delta << Kylix Art Club << Pathways << Phi Beta Lambda << Refrigerator Service << Engineers Society (RSES) Show Choir << Student Government << Association (SGA) Student Nurses Association << Students Promoting << Educational Careers (SPEC) Student Veterans of America <<

Detailed information on clubs, organizations, and sponsor contact information can be found by contacting the Student Activities office.

YOU

Invi FALL SEMESTER COLLEGE PLANNING CONFERENCE

Every fall SCCC hosts a college planning conference (CPC) where prospective, current, and future students are able to get more information about colleges across Kansas and Oklahoma.

BASKETBALL PREVIEW NIGHT

Meet the Saints and Lady Saints basketball teams during preview night!

Scrimmages, autographs, contests and prizes take place during this action packed evening.

SPRING SEMESTER SENIOR SHOOTOUT

Area high school seniors can take a chance at winning a scholarship along with other great prizes. Senior shootout also gives future Saints the opportunity to visit campus, take a tour and meet other Saints. Registration is required.

AREA HIGH SCHOOL CAREER DAY

Open to high school juniors and seniors, career day is a great opportunity to get more information about specific careers and speak with advisors in each division.

ARE

ited YEAR ROUND ALL SAINTS DAYS (ENROLLMENT DAYS)

All Saints Days are an excellent way for incoming freshmen to begin their college career and become familiar with campus. Students taking part in All Saints Days will meet with an admissions representative, learn how to log onto campus computers, navigate the MyCampus Portal, and meet with an advisor to enroll in classes. ACT scores or ACCUPLACER test results are required to enroll in classes. An ACCUPLACER test will be offered on each of the All Saints Days. All Saints Days are held once a month. For a schedule of upcoming All Saints Days call the Admissions Office at 620-417-1100 or visit go.sccc.edu/allsaintsday. Registration is required.

CAMPUS VISIT

Looking for more information on a specific program, wanting to get a tour of campus, or wondering what life is like in the dorms? A campus visit is the perfect time to get all of your questions answered while getting a look at what life as a Saint can be. Call Admissions to set up a personalized campus visit.

All events held throughout the year are subject to change. For more information on each event, please contact the SCCC Admissions Office at 620-417-1102.

Contact us for a campus visit!

Office of Admissions

Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. q620-417-1100

 admissions@sccc.edu  1801 N. Kansas Ave., Liberal KS 67901