No. All classes at CCC are mainstreamed. CCC does offer Developmental Education courses in English and Mathematics to students who place into those levels on the CCC placement exams. Even if you take Dev. Ed courses, you will need to take college-level courses to graduate.
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Admissions: How to Register - Step by Step Instructions
Step 1 - How do I apply for admissions?
Complete an application for admission via the web or a paper copy, submit in person or by mail to the Admissions & Records Office at your campus of choice plus the following, depending on the required entry status:
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First Time College Student:
High School Transcript or GED Transcript
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Transfer Student:
Official Transcript from former colleges
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Transient Student:
Letter of permission from home college is advised but not required
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Cross Registration Student:
Cross Registration from home college
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PSEOP Student:
Completed application packet
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International Student:
See International Admissions Officer
FOLLOW THE STEP-BY-STEP PROCEDURES INCLUDED WITH THE APPLICATION.
New students are encouraged to apply EARLY to ensure enough time for course selection and appointments with Student Services - Assessment & Placement, Counseling and Financial Aid. Additional information may be needed for international students, transient students, students with disabilities, students requesting VA educational benefits, and applicants for the Health Careers Programs and Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program (high school students).
For general information call 1-800-954-TriC (8742) or contact your nearest campus Admission and Records office.
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Eastern Campus
Admissions and Records
Student Services Bldg. Rm. 1600
(216) 987-2024 |
Metropolitan Campus
Admissions and Records
Student Services Bldg. Rm. 23
(216) 987-4200 |
Western Campus
Admissions and Records
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 100
(216) 987-5152 |
Step 2 – Do I need Assessment and Placement Testing?
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After completing the admissions application, you may need to take the Math and English Assessment tests.
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All new full-time students are required to take English and mathematics assessment tests for proper course placement.
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Part-time students, who will be taking an English and/or math course for the first time, are also required to take the tests. (Part-time students may defer taking the tests until they take the courses, accumulate a total of 12 credits, or become full-time students.)
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All applicants who are currently in high school must also participate in the assessment and placement process. These tests are important tools to help us assist you in selecting your first semester courses.
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Persons who have earned a college degree may have the assessment process waived except as required by special programs.
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Students whose native language is not English and who plan to enroll in an English as a Second language (ESL) course must take the Michigan Test of English Proficiency, which is administered by appointment only.
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Walk-in testing is available at all three campuses. Allow two to three hours to complete the tests at the Assessment Center.
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A photo ID is required. Accommodations are available for students with disabilities.
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Call the Assessment Center for the testing service that best meets your needs.
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Eastern Campus
Learning Center
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 1202
(216) 987-2256 |
Metropolitan Campus
Assessment Center
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 103
(216) 987-4311 |
Western Campus
Testing and Tutoring
Technology Learning Center
(216) 987-5256 |
Step 3 – How do I apply for Financial Aid?
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You may be eligible for financial aid assistance. Applications and information can be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.
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Allow six to eight weeks for processing time before the beginning of the semester you are planning to register.
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To receive financial aid, an official copy of your high school or GED transcript sent directly to a Tri-C Admissions and Records Office from the high school or testing agency verifying graduation is necessary to meet federal requirements. If you do not have either of the above, you can take an Ability-To-Benefit equivalency test in the Assessment Center. These test forms may be obtained from the Financial Aid Office.
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Eastern Campus
Financial Aid Office
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 1615
(216) 987-2211 |
Metropolitan Campus
Financial Aid Office
Student Services Bldg., 2nd fl
(216) 987-4100 |
Western Campus
Financial Aid Office
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 224
(216) 987-5100 |
Step 4 - Orientation & Counseling
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New Student Orientation is designed to inform and assist you as you begin college and help you become a success. As a new student you will have many questions about the campus as well as academic and career planning We have designed orientation to answer your questions and familiarize you with the College before classes begin.
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New students are required to complete orientation in order to become acquainted with the college. This can be done in one or two ways:
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On-campus, by calling the campus counseling office to schedule an appointment. All first time college students are required to attend the on-campus orientation.
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The on-line orientation is available for all students who are unable to attend in person. You are encouraged to use the on-line orientation to acquaint yourself with placement testing information, selecting courses, planning a schedule, and registering for courses. The on-line orientation will also provide the student with links to college resources.
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If you need assistance with course selection, career or personal guidance, or choosing a major, please contact the Counseling Office to schedule an appointment.
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Eastern Campus
Counseling
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 2422
(216) 987-2280 |
Metropolitan Campus
Counseling
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 130
(216) 987-4900 |
Western Campus
Counseling
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 108
(216) 987-5200 |
Step 5 - Registration
Consult the class schedule booklet for classes, registration dates, times and other information. You may register online using my Tri-C space.
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In Person at:
Eastern Admissions and Records
Student Services Bldg., Room 1627
(216) 987-2021 |
In Person at:
Metropolitan Admission and Records
Student Services Bldg., Room 23
(216) 987-4200 |
In Person at:
Western Registration
Student Services Bldg., Room 100
(216) 987-5324 |
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my Tri-C space on the Web |
How do I log into my Tri-C Space?
Every new student receives a Photo ID Card as part of the registration procedure. It is necessary for registration activities, library checkout purposes and admittance to athletic, cultural and social activities. Students who register in person will get their cards during the registration process. Students registering by any other method can get their ID Cards in Admissions and Records at Eastern Campus, Business Office at the Metropolitan Campus, or Registration at Western Campus.
Students with documented disabilities, who need taped texts or interpreters, should register eight weeks in advance. They are also advised to contact the ACCESS Office to allow time to arrange appropriate accommodations.
Step 6 - Tuition Payment
Registration is not complete until fees are paid. The College accepts cash, money orders, Mastercard, VISA, Discover, personal checks, employer tuition reimbursement, or Tri-C Financial Aid Award Letters. A deferred tuition payment plan is available, too. Contact the Business Office for further information.
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Eastern Campus
Business Office
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 1605
(216) 987-2012 |
Metropolitan Campus
Business Office
Student Services Bldg. Rm. 15
(216) 987-4010 |
Western Campus
Business Office
Student Services Bldg., Rm. 220
(216) 987-5004 |
Step 7 - Transcripts
Have your transcripts mailed directly from the high school, GED testing agency, college or university to the Office of Admissions and Records at the campus where you are planning to enroll. Credits earned at other institutions of higher learning may be applied to Cuyahoga Community College programs. Transcripts should be submitted early in order to provide adequate time to complete the evaluation process. For more information call one of the Admissions and Records Offices.
Mail transcript requests to:
Admissions and Records
Eastern Campus
4250 Richmond Rd.
Highland Hills, OH 44122 |
Admissions and Records
Metropolitan Campus
2900 Community College Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115 |
Admissions and Records
Western Campus
11000 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Parma, OH 44130 |
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Corporate College / Unified Technologies Center
Where is UTC & Corporate College located?
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UTC (Unified Technologies Center - Downtown)
Located adjacent to Tri-C's Metro campus on Woodland Avenue, UTC is located minutes from Public Square in downtown Cleveland. |
UTC
2415 Woodland Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216.987.3075
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Corporate College West
Cuyahoga Community College's (Tri-C's) Corporate College® West is located on the corner of Columbia and Center Ridge Roads in Westlake, Ohio. It can easily be accessed from Interstate 90. Exit at Columbia Road (Rt. 252) and go south to Center Ridge Road. |
Corporate College West
25425 Center Ridge Road
Westlake, OH 44145
Phone: 216.987.5800
Free parking in back of bldg |
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Corporate College East
Cuyahoga Community College's (Tri-C's) Corporate College® East is located on Richmond Road between Harvard and Emery Roads in Warrensville Heights. The facility is a quarter of a mile from Tri-C’s Eastern Campus and is easily accessible from Interstate 271. |
Corporate College East
4400 Richmond Road
Warrensville Hts., OH 44128
Phone: 216.987.2800
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What types of services are offered at UTC and Corporate College?
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Technology Solutions Institute - Information Technology
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Online Education
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Leadership Institute
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Professional Development Institute
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Event & Meeting Planning
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Key Entrepreneur Development Center
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Quality: ISO/Lean/Six Sigma
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Health Care (Continuing Education, Patient Access Specialist, Medical Coding/Billing, State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA))
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Center for Aging Initiatives
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Customer Service Institute
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Advanced Manufacturing and Applied Technologies
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Fast Track Training
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Police/Fire Academies
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GED/Literacy
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Recreation
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Facility Rentals
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Financial Assistance
How do I find out if I am eligible for financial assistance?
Complete the federal financial aid application (the Free Application for Federal Student Aid -- also known as the FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Paper applications and information can be obtained from your campus Financial Aid Office.
How much time is needed to process my financial aid application?
Allow 6 to 8 weeks processing time, before the beginning of the term you are planning to register.
What materials do I need to submit along with my financial aid application?
An official copy of your high school or GED transcript verifying graduation must be sent directly to Tri-C. This policy is necessary to meet federal requirements. If you do not have a high school or GED transcript, you can take an Ability-to-Benefit equivalency test in the Assessment Center at the Metropolitan Campus, or the Learning Centers at the Eastern and Western campuses. Test result forms may be obtained from your campus Financial Assistance office.
You also need your Income Tax forms and Selective service number. Forms may be submitted to the Financial Assistance Office to verify the information is correct.
When completing the FAFSA, what aid programs will I be considered for? You will be considered for the following aid programs:
Moreover, as a Tri-C student, you may apply for applicable scholarships.
Is there a deadline for filing my FAFSA?
Our priority deadline date for Summer Term applicants is March 1, while the deadline for Fall Term applicants is June 1. For Spring Term applicants, the priority deadline is October 1. Remember, you can apply for financial aid as early as January 1 each year.
What is your Title IV School Code?
Our Federal school code for the FAFSA is 003040.
When should I turn in my Forms?
6-8 weeks before the start of the term you wish to attend should be the latest to have your forms turned in. The earlier the filing the less problems you would have for the coming term.
Returning students should not assume that they have aid in place for the next Academic year or Summer term. If you are unsure of your financial aid status, setup an appointment with your advisor.
Can I borrow money through a student loan?
Yes. To be considered for a student loan, you must complete a Loan Application available online or in the financial aid office, maintain a 2.0+ GPA and be enrolled a minimum of 6 credit hours each term.
Can I use my financial aid to purchase my books?
Yes. If your Federal Pell Grant and/or Direct Loan will cover your total tuition balance with money left over and the disbursement will be delayed, contact the Financial Assistance Office to determine eligibility.
When will the first set of financial aid checks be distributed?
Fall 2007 checks will be mailed beginning September 14, 2007 and Spring 2008 checks will be mailed beginning February 1, 2008. For more information, see also Tri-C's Policies and/or Important Dates.
Can I use all of my financial aid in one semester?
No. All financial aid awards must be evenly divided between semesters.
What happens if I lose my job?
You may be eligible to file a Special Circumstance appeal. Contact the Financial Assistance Office for additional information.
Where can I get more information?
Contact your campus Financial Assistance Office. You may also send an email Financial Assistance at
finaid@tri-c.edu. Please remember to include your student identification number with any correspondence.
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Key Career Place
Where is Key Career Place located at each campus?
East Campus Location: (ELA) Room 100
Phone: 216.987.2567
Hours: Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Wednesday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Metro Campus Location: (MSS), Room 207
Phone: 216.987.4913
Hours: Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Western Campus Location: (WSS), Room 201
Phone: 216.987.5575
Hours: Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Wednesday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Unified Technologies Center Location:
2415 Woodland Ave., Room 239
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216.987.3029
Hours: Monday: 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
What is Key Career Place?
Key Career Place is YOUR career management and job search training center. Services are available to all Tri-C students, Tri-C graduates, and members of the Greater Cleveland community
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Career management and job search training workshops
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Computer Lab, Fax Machines, Telephones
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Careers.Online Job Database
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Mutli-media Resource Room
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Job Fairs
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Co-operative Education and Internships
Where can I find job postings?
Listings for full-time and part-time jobs, including internships and co-operative education positions, are posted on Careers.Online. Careers.Online is Key Career Place’s online job database. Search for open positions, internships and co-ops, employer contact information, and post your resume on the system for employers to find you! Local companies currently post hundreds of jobs, and are seeking to hire qualified candidates like you. Stop by Key Career Place to set up your free account to begin searching for jobs.
Can someone help me with my résumé?
Of course! Did you know that you only have 30 seconds to get the attention of hiring managers and human resources professionals? Most resumes will not pass the initial screening process. Will your resume get results? The career development professionals at Key Career Place can help! Learn how to capture accomplishments to illustrate your value to employers. Tailor your resume to the specific job you want. Learn how to format your resume for online submission. Key Career Place offers Resume Workshops weekly at each of our campuses for your convenience. Workshop schedules are available at each location or visit our website at www.keycareerplace.info and clicking on “Events Calendar.”
Can you help me get a job in my major that offers pay and academic credit?
Absolutely! According to the National Association of Colleges and Employers, the number one way employers find new hires is through internship and co-op candidates. Internships and cooperative education positions are listed on Careers.Online, and academic credit is offered for these positions. Each campus has a Student Advisor who is a specialist in connecting students with these opportunities. Call Key Career Place to make an appointment with a Student Advisor.
Do you ever host job fairs?
Each campus hosts a job fair in the spring, which are a great opportunities to meet employers who are looking to hire Tri-C students. If you are interested in attending a job fair, the following tips are for you:
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Dress in businesslike attire – even if you are just coming to ‘check it out’ – remember that you can never change a first impression
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Bring several copies of an effective resume (Attend a resume workshop well in advance of the event)
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Treat each interaction like an interview
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Attend a job fair preparation workshop. (See our calendar in the weeks before the job fairs for dates and times.
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Parking / Public Safety
Parking Rules
Rules and regulations have been adopted by the Cuyahoga Community College Board of Trustees to regulate traffic and parking on College property. Adherence to these rules will facilitate the use of parking areas and the roads around the College. A copy of these rules is available upon request at the campus libraries.
Motorcycles, motorbikes and motor scooters are subject to the same regulations as automobiles. Roller skaters are required to yield to both pedestrian and vehicle traffic, and to travel in the direction of the traffic flow. The use of Walkmans or other personal audio devices is prohibited while skating. Skateboarding is not permitted on any campus.
In consideration of all motorists, the following standards have been established: be courteous, be considerate, use common sense, register your car with Public Safety, have two quarters (50 cents) for exit.
Are there Emergency Call Boxes on campus?
Yes! Call boxes are located at all parking gates and Blue Beacon Phones.
How can I compare crime statistics of Cuyahoga Community College with other colleges and universities?
There are several easy ways. Each school is required to make available annual crime statistics. A direct request to a school will enable you to get the statistics. A second way would be to go to a library and request the Uniform Crime Reports published by the U.S. Department of Justice. This is an excellent document for use in comparing crime statistics. Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20USC1092f)
If I am under 21 and get caught for Underage Possession of Alcohol, what will happen to me?
If you are under the legal age for consumption of alcohol in the State of Ohio, you will probably be arrested for Underage Possession of Alcohol. Possession includes alcohol that you have already consumed and alcohol in any type of container, whether open or not. If you are arrested, you will face criminal prosecution which may include fines and/or other punishments through the local courts, and you will be referred to the Dean of Students for possible College sanctions.
Will my vehicle be safe on campus?
Generally vehicles are safe. Thieves target vehicles for different reasons. The vehicle itself is targeted because there is a demand for that vehicle or property inside. The vehicle attracts the thief. Expensive stereo equipment and loose, personal property easily seen by the thief can make the vehicle more attractive. Parking the vehicle in well lighted and traveled area may reduce the vulnerability of a particular vehicle being a target. There have been very few instances where vehicles with alarms were entered or stolen.
Is it safe to lock my bicycle outside while on campus?
The answer to this question depends on what lengths you are willing to go in order to secure your bicycle. Too often students place cheap cable locks on very expensive bicycles. Bicycle thieves are looking for easy targets. Cheap locks or improperly secured locks are an open invitation to thieves. If you are going to bring an expensive bike to campus, spend a few extra dollars on a quality locking devise and learn how to properly secure your bike with it. The few extra seconds you spend securing your bike properly will go a long way towards discouraging thieves.
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Records / Transcripts
Has my transcript been received? Has it been evaluated?
A Records Clerk will be able to provide this information to a student that contacts the department.
How soon will my transcript be evaluated?
Normally, transcripts are evaluated within 2 to 4 weeks of the date received. If you have not received notification of evaluation results after that time, (or if receipt date is more than four weeks past) contact a records clerk.
International Students must have transcript evaluated through Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE), Inc., of Milwaukee.
What courses were accepted?
Evaluation results will be sent to your address of record. That information cannot be disclosed over the telephone; you can review the evaluation results, with your counselor.
How do I request a transcript?
You can receive a transcript by either of the following means:
Students can obtain their transcript from any campus regardless of where attended.
Normal processing time during the term is 3-5 working days, up to 15 at the end of the term.
How do I get an emergency transcript?
Emergency processing may be available. Prior approval from Admissions and Records is required. Please contact Admissions and Records for additional information. Please be advised, there is an additional fee for emergency transcripts.
How much does a transcript cost?
Has my transcript been sent?
Contact Admissions and Records to verify information. Ask at what campus did you submit your request form? To what address did you request transcript to be sent?
I need to withdraw from my classes. What should I do?
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Current term: See withdrawal deadlines in the current course schedule; need to know which part-of-term for which student is enrolled.
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Past term: You will need to complete a petition for late withdrawal, available from the A&R office. Effective Fall 2007 one-term limit.
How long does the withdrawal process take? When does the late withdrawal committee meet?
The committee meets once each month; if the committee recommends late withdrawal, your instructors will be contacted for final approval of the withdrawal action.
How can I get a refund for the course I dropped?
You will need to complete a petition for late withdrawal/refund exception that is available from the A&R Department.
When will I get my diploma?
Diplomas for fall and spring graduates are mailed in August; for summer graduates in September. Contact the Admissions and Records (campus of records) department if specified time has passed and you have not received your diploma.
My grade is wrong on my grade report. Who should I call?
If the grade you received is not the grade you expected, you will need to contact your instructor.
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Registration
Where is registration?
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Eastern Campus
Admissions and Records
Student Services Bldg., Room 1600
(216) 987-2021 |
Metropolitan Campus
Admission and Records
Student Services Bldg., Room 23
(216) 987-4200 |
Western Campus
Registration
Student Services Bldg., Room 100
(216) 987-5324 |
Do I have to pay my registration fee right away?
Yes, registration is not complete until you have paid or made arrangements to pay for your tuition and fees. Your Credit Class Semester Schedule booklet will give you your payment deadlines and payment options.
Where do I go to get a Student Identification Card?
Students need to have a copy of their registration and a photo I.D. (driver’s license/state I.D.). At Metro, students obtain I.D.’s from the Business office (MSS – 015). At West the Business office located in (WSS – 220) and East, from the A&R office (ESS – 1600).
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