Admissions to NCTC:

North Central Texas College Admission's Office is committed to providing superior customer service to those who wish to pursue higher education. NCTC has an "open admission" policy that grants admission to all students, regardless of previous academic history. Students may begin their studies in the Fall (August), Spring (January), or Summer (June) semester.

New Students must to the following:

1. Application:

Complete an Application For Admission form, available ONLINE or Apply Texas or download the application in PDF format.

Please allow 7 to 10 working days for the processing of on-line applcations.

You may also obtain the application by visiting Admissions Office on the Bowie, Gainesville, or Corinth campus.

Admission to NCTC does NOT guarantee admission to NCTC specialized programs such as Nursing and other Health Sciences programs, etc. The specialized programs offerred by NCTC have additional qualification requirements. Students interested in pursuing a specialized program at NCTC should consult the Catalog or Department Chair.

2. Transcripts: Submit WITH your application an official copy of

• High School Transcript; or

• Notarized Home School Academic Record;or
• Documentary proof of GED Certification;
• If you attended another college or university, you will be required to submit official copies of all transcript(s).

3. Proof of State Residency:

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 the Oath of Residency located in the application for admissions.

(To claim Texas residency for tuition purposes, you must reside in Texas for the previous 12 months prior to enrollment, and you must have moved to Texas for reasons other than education.)

Note: Acceptable documentation 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.

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.

Students who were previously admitted, but did not officially enroll, must submit an new application for any future semester.

4. Test Scores:

PRIOR to enrollment, official proof of your Texas Sucess Initiative (TSI). Submit official TSI scores or an official college transcript bearing TSI scores.

For more information concerning the TSI Click HERE.

Academic Readiness Test Scores accepted by NCTC

Test	Reading	Algebra	Writing	Essay
ASSET	51	38	40	6
COMPASS	81	39	59	5
ACCUPLACER	78	63	Sentence Skill - 80	6
THEA	230	230	220	5

TSI exemption test scores accepted by NCTC

Test
ACT	19 - English	19 - Math	23 - Composite
SAT	500 - Verbal	500 - Math	1070 - Combined
TAKS	2200 ELA w/ 3 writing sub score	2200 Math	Must be 11th grade Exit-Level scores

All tests are used to assess your college readiness and do not determine your admission to NCTC.

Students who do not meet the above scores are required to take college preparatory courses.

5. New Student 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 must complete orientation, prior to registrationfor 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 a potential student finishes the Tour, go to the "Online Quiz" page in order to complete orientation.  A grade of 70% is required to successfully complete Orientation.

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International Students:

NCTC embraces diversity and enjoys a variety of culture, language, art and business application that international student share with the campus community. We encourage international students to apply for admissions to NCTC.

Students applying from outside the U.S. and seeking a student visa are encouraged to visit the International Website and contact our International Advisor via email at international@nctc.edu.

Non-citizen students seeking admission at NCTC who do not hold a Temporary Visa of any category; but holds undocumented immigrant status that graduated from a U.S. public high school and does not have I-551/I-151 or other USCIS approval may be eligible for admission on the same basis as documented aliens. Please contact the Admissions Office for information. We encourage you to apply!

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Returning Students

1. Former students of NCTC who did not attend the last long semester (Fall or Spring) or one of the last summer sessions immediately preceding enrollment must complete a new application for admission.

2. Former students who wish to return to NCTC and have attended another college or university must submit all other college or university transcripts.

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Transfer Students

Students who wish to transfer to NCTC to take courses and transfer back to their college and university must submit the following:

1. Application: Complete an Application For Admission form, available ONLINE or Download the application in PDF format.

Please allow 7 to 10 working days for the processing of on-line applcations.

You may also obtain the application by visiting Admissions Office on the Gainesville, Corinth, or Bowie Campuses.

2. Transcripts:Submit WITH your application an official copy of your college transcripts. For more information check the Transfer to NCTC website

 

 

 

 

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Registering for Courses

Next Registration – Dates & Times

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Register for Classes

Students may register for classes on-line or walk-in (in person).

On-line Registration:

NCTC's on-line registration system is Campus Connect. Student who meet the following criteria are eligible to register on-line:

1. A current or transfer student in good academic standing.
2. A new student who has been advised and given a PIN by a designated academic advisor.
3. Does not have any HOLDS on account.
4. Have a completed TSI status.
5. Those students required to enroll in college preparatory coursework based on TSI status.
6. The new or returning student's admission's file is COMPLETE.

Please visit the section about Who Is NOT eligible to register online.

Campus Connect

Campus Connect can be accessed from any computer connected to the internet. The Campus Connect system allows current students to perform the following tasks online:

• Pay Tuition/Fees via E-Cashier (FACTS)
• 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

 

Register In-Person (Walk-in):

All students who are registering for courses in person must request a time permit. The time permit will allow a student to meet with an advisor and register at a designated time. Also, the time permit is the registration form necessary to register for courses on any NCTC campus.

All NCTC Students should request a Degree Audit, which list all courses necessary for a specific degree so that the advisor can assist with course recommendations.

NCTC Campus contact information:

Gainesville: 940-668-4222
Bowie: 940-872-4002
Corinth: 940-498-6280

On the day of registration, bring the time permit at the appropriate time to the campus designated on the permit and register for classes.

 

FULL PAYMENT OF TUITION AND FEES IS EXPECTED AT THE TIME OF ALL REGULAR REGISTRATION PERIODS, INCLUDING ONLINE AND WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS.

A student may not attend classes until all tuition and fees have been paid.

Beginning Fall 2008, a $75 non refundable reinstatement fee will be charged when reinstated in courses.

No enrollment will be allowed after the final day of late registration check the course schedule for deadline.

Drop/Add a Course

Dropping a Course

You may drop a course during the add/drop period check the course schedule for drop deadlines in two ways:

 

1. By completing a schedule change form in person in the Admissions Office at any campus.
   
2. Students who are eligible to register on-line may drop courses using the Campus Connect system, prior to the first class day.

IMPORTANT NOTICE!

Students are responsible for dropping any courses for which

they register, but no longer wish to attend!

Adding a Course

You may add a course during the add/drop period check the course schedule for add deadlines in two ways:

1. By completing a schedule change form in person in the Admissions Office at your campus.
   
2. Students who are eligible to register on-line may add courses using the Campus Connect system, prior to the first class day.

Admissions/Registrar's Office Hours

 Gainesville: 940-668-4222

Bowie: 940-872-4002

Corinth: 940-498-6280