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Registration Information - Fall 2008

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Step 1: Apply for Admission

New Students/Previously Enrolled Students:

Application:
New students and students who have not been enrolled for one or more semesters must complete an application for admission. The application is available online at www.southwesterncc.edu

For more information, contact the Office of Admissions at 586.4091, ext. 352 or 253.

Transcripts:
After submitting the application for admission, students must request official transcripts from high schools and other institutions attended or GED scores be sent to the Registrar’s Office. Official transcripts or scores must be received unopened from the sending institution(s). (Request form)

Testing: Students seeking to enter degree programs are required to take the ACCUPLACER College Placement Test or submit appropriate SAT scores or have a grade of C or better on college level English and math. For more information about scores or to schedule the test:
Contact the Testing Coordinator at 586.4091, ext. 332 or ext. 352.
  (more about testing)

Step 2:   Review Your Financial Assistance

New Students: New students who desire or need to rely on financial aid funds to pay for tuition and books are encouraged to apply for financial aid by completing the FAFSA. It normally takes 4-6 weeks to complete the process.

Returning Students: Returning students must reapply for financial aid each academic year. If you have applied and not received a response, contact the Financial Aid Office.

Apply for Aid: Go to www.southwesterncc.edu and click on Financial Aid for detailed information. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA online for fastest service.

Contact the Financial Aid Office at 586.4091, ext. 438.
Step 3:  Register for Fall Classes
              Jackson and Macon Campuses
Currently Enrolled and New Students
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FALL REGISTRATION
· New Students REQUIRED to attend an Orientation Program (Sign-up online to attend at www.southwesterncc.edu and click on “Becoming a Student” or call 828.586.4091, ext. 352 or 253.)
° June 24, 9 a.m. (includes registration)
° July 24, 3 p.m. (includes registration)
° August 14, 9 a.m. (includes registration)
° Can’t attend? Complete the online orientation at www.southwesterncc.edu/
· Final Registration for ALL Students
° August 15, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuition and Fees MUST BE paid By 6 P.M., August 15 or the class schedule will be cancelled.
Step 4:  Pay Tuition and Fees

Pay Tuition and Fees: Tuition and fees must be paid at the Cashier’s window located on the first floor of the Balsam Center or through the credit card authorization online at www.southwesterncc.edu/admissn/credit-card-auth.htm

  Fall Semester Tuition & Fees MUST BE PAID by 6 p.m. August 15 or the class schedule will be cancelled.


Residency:
If you have questions about your residency status for tuition, please contact the Registrar’s Office at 828.586.4091 ext. 219.

Class Schedule: Students may obtain a copy of their class schedule from their advisor or from Student Services at Jackson or Macon Campus.

ID Cards: Students should obtain their SCC ID Card at the Cashier’s window.

Step 5:  LOGIN MySCC - Student Class Schedule, Grades and Transcript Information
Logon to MySCC – Need assistance with access – click here
Step 6:  Buy Textbooks
Textbooks can be purchased in the SCC Bookstore on the third floor of the Balsam Center. To order your books online, go to www.southwesterncc.edu/bookstore
•        Students will need a copy of their class schedule when purchasing books.
Step 7:  Attend Class
1st Day of Classes for Fall Semester – Saturday, August 16 & Monday, August 18
Late Registration - Add/Drop Period
Fall Semester – August 18-21, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. & August 22, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Student Services will be open during the dates and times listed above for Late Registration and Add/Drop Assistance.

LATE REGISTRATION begins with the student meeting with their advisor. A late registration fee is charged. Tuition and fees must be paid on the same day as the late registration occurs or the student’s class schedule will be cancelled.

The ADD/DROP begins with the student meeting with their advisor. The process is complete when the Add/Drop forms is submitted to the Registrar’s Office.

Macon Campus Registration
Registration for Macon County classes will be available at the Macon Campus during the times and dates listed above
Campus, 815 Siler Road, Franklin, 369-7331, ext. 7017
Tuition Payment: Fees must be paid at the time of registration.
Books: Textbooks are available to Macon Students for pickup at the
Macon Campus Business Office. Order your books online or call the Bookstore at ext. 222 and request that your books be sent to the Macon Campus.
Orientation: All new students must complete an orientation. You are invited to participate in the live events listed above on the Jackson Campus or complete the online orientation at www.southwesterncc.edu/
 

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 Last updated 7/7/08


 
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