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Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about gaining admission and getting enrolled in classes:

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How do I apply for admission to NCTC?

Follow these simple steps to gain admission*:

  1. Complete an Application For Admission form, available ONLINE or Download the application in PDF format or from the Admissions Office on the Gainesville or Corinth campuses or the main office at the Bowie Campus. Fill out the form completely and return it — as far in advance of registration as possible. Note: New students and former students who did not attend the last long semester or one of the last summer sessions immediately preceding enrollment must complete the admissions application.
    *IMPORTANT NOTICE: Being granted admission to NCTC does NOT guarantee admission to certain programs offered by the college (Nursing and other Health Sciences programs, for example). These specialized programs usually have additional qualification requirements, and prospective students should consult the college Catalog or see the Department Chair or a college counselor for details.

  2. Submit WITH your application an official copy of your:
    High School Transcript     or notarized Home School Academic Record    , or documentary proof of GED Certification or, in the case of a transfer student, submit official copies of College Transcript(s) from ALL institutions of higher education you have attended other than NCTC.

    Attention Returning Students: If at least one regular (fall/spring) semester has passed since you were last enrolled at NCTC, you MUST submit a NEW Application for Admission (as well as updated official transcripts reflecting any college credit you may have earned or attempted elsewhere since you last attended NCTC. 

  3. Because the tuition rate a student is charged is based on whether he/she lives inside/outside the college district, state, or U.S., all applicants for admission are REQUIRED to furnish documentary proof of what they claim to be their place of residence. They do this by completing the NCTC Residency Questionnaire and signing an Oath of Residency. To claim Texas residency for tuition purposes, you must have resided in Texas for the previous 12 months, and you must have moved to Texas for reasons other than education.

    Note: Acceptable documentation which may be required to prove in-district (Cooke County) residency or to substantiate Texas residency may include one of the following: 1) Texas voter registration card at least one year old OR 2) a letter from employer showing applicant's address and stating dates of employment, showing at least 12 months of employment.

  4. Submit, PRIOR to enrollment, official proof of your TSI Status: either official TSI scores or an official college transcript bearing TSI scores. Click HERE for more about TSI.


I Attended NCTC Before — Must I Reapply?

Students who have previously been enrolled at NCTC who have missed a fall or spring semester MUST reapply.

  1. Complete an Application For Admission form, available ONLINE or download the Application in PDF format or pick up a printed form from the Admissions Office on the Gainesville or Corinth campuses or the main office at the Bowie Campus. Fill out the form completely and return it — as far in advance of registration as possible.

  2. Submit WITH your application official transcripts from ANY institutions of higher education you have attended since your last semester at NCTC.

 

Am I required to take Freshman Orientation?

Orientation is required prior to registration for all new first-time (& all previous dual credit) college students who are now full-time.  And now, you have two options for completing Orientation:

  1. Online! For more information click HERE.  You can complete it at home, at NCTC lab computers on any campus, or anywhere else you have access to the Internet. You can complete it ANY TIME immediately prior to or during a registration period for the semester you wish to enroll.
  2. New LIVE Orientation!  A fun new option for completing orientation for those students who wish to interact with real live people. For schedules and more information click HERE.  

Here's How: Just click Online Orientation Page and then click on the "Orientation" button at the top left. Follow the instructions, navigating top to bottom through all the categories listed.  When you've finished the Tour, go to the "Online Quiz" pageÑthere you'll rate the web-based orientation materials and take a test.  A grade of 70% is required to successfully complete Orientation.  You'll be glad you did.

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How do I register for classes?

Students may register for classes online (if they qualify – see below) or in-person at any of our three campuses—Gainesville, Corinth or Bowie.  Either way, it's easy to get enrolled at NCTC. 

Next Registration – Dates & Times

 

REGISTER ONLINE: Qualified students may register for all their NCTC courses via NCTC's online registration system, Campus Connect. To get started, click HERE or go directly to Campus Connect.  You also may submit your Application for Admission online. This system can be accessed from any computer connected to the internet. And you can do more than just register! The system also allows you to perform these tasks online:

  • Pay Tuition/Fees by VISA/MasterCard
  • View/Print Current Class Schedule
  • View/Print Grade Report
  • Check Course Availability
  • View/Print Financial Aid Information
  • View/Print Unofficial Transcripts
  • Check Account Status
  • View/Print Degree Audits
  • View Demographic Information

To begin Online Registration, go to the appropriate step-by-step Online Registration instructions For:

*Not on Academic Probation,not enrolled for Dual Credit.

Please contact the Admissions/Registrar's Office at the campus nearest you for more information.
Gainesville: 940-668-4222
Bowie: 940-872-4002
Corinth: 940-498-6280

REGISTER IN-PERSON (ON-CAMPUS):The procedure to follow depends upon whether the student was enrolled at NCTC during the previous semester:

  • Students who WERE NOT ENROLLED during the PREVIOUS semester must submit an Application for Admission, transcript(s) and TASP information to the Admissions Office which will assign a Major Department for students' advising needs. Applying students should be sure to ask for a Degree Audit to take with them to advisement, as well as a Registration Time Permit. (At Corinth and Bowie, Time Permits are assigned at those extension campus sites—rather than in the Admissions Office at Gainesville.)
  • Students who WERE ENROLLED during PREVIOUS semester need only to pick up a Time Permit and Degree Audit prior to registration.

In addition:

  1. All students must contact their Major Departments to see an advisor who will approve their classes. Math, English and Developmental courses also may require additional departmental approval.
  2. Students should pay close attention to course choices and scheduling, being especially careful to avoid time conflicts.
  3. Students should report to the appropriate registration site at the appointed time, and college personnel will assist them in completing the enrollment process.
  4. FULL PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES IS EXPECTED AT THE TIME OF ENROLLMENT. A student may not attend classes until all tuition and fees have been paid. Any students who do not make full payment of tuition and fees will be dropped from their classes, and they will be required to re enroll during late registration. (No enrollment will be allowed after the final day of late registration.)

Please contact the Admissions/Registrar's Office at the campus nearest you for more information.

 Gainesville: 940-668-4222

Open Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

Friday 8am - 3pm

Bowie: 940-872-4002

Open Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

Friday 8am - 3pm

Corinth: 940-498-6280

Open Monday - Thursday 8am - 4:30pm

Friday 8am - 3pm

 

PAYMENT INFORMATION

You must pay for your classes before your registration is complete.

You may pay by any of the following methods:

* ONLINE

Choose "Account Status" and follow the steps for payment.

* MAIL

Choose the "Account Status" to view and print your bill. Send payment along with bill to:


North Central Texas College
Business Office
1525 W. California
Gainesville, TX 76240

* IN-PERSON

Visit the Business Office on any campus to pay your bill.


 

 

 

 

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