Enrollment procedure for students transferring from other instituions

Students who have previously attended another college or university should follow these steps:

Step One: Apply for admission

Complete the free North Central Michigan College Application for Admission. Student Services has computer terminals for student use. Each student is mailed a letter of acceptance, a listing of next steps to complete and a student number.

Step Two: Request and submit official transcripts

Student grade reports or student copies are not acceptable for credit evaluation.  Allow 20 days for processing after transcripts are received by North Central

   Transfer students should be aware of these rules regarding transfer of credit:

• Only credits granted by schools accredited by regioinal accrediting associations will be considered for transfer to North Central.
• Credits, not grades, are transferred for "C" (2.0) or better courses. In most cases, courses will be accepted for equivalent North Central courses or elective credit.
• No evaluation of credit is made for a student who has receieved a two- or four-year degree from another institution, except for coursework that applies to the student's declared program of study at North Central.
• Fractional credits shown in the student's total credits to be transferred are not included in his/her North Central record.
• Military Service School credit may be awarded where such credit is applicable to the student's declared program of study.  Evaluations are consistent with the American Council on Education's Guide to the Evaluation of Education Experiences in the Armed Forces recommendations. North Central allows up to 30 semester credits from Military Service Schools.
• North Central will recognize up to 15 credits for Advanced Placement (AP) and/or College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), provided scores on the AP are three or higher and CLEP scores are 50 or above.
• North Central may recognize up to 30 semester credits in transfer from trade schools or apprenticeship programs certified by the Michigan Department of Education.
• No more than 45 semester credits from all external sources will be utilized in transfer by North Central twoard a degree or certificate. Please note that 15 semester hours must be taken from North Central before a certificate, degree or MACRAO certification may be earned.
• North Central will not replace a student's grade recorded for a course taken at North Central with a grade from an equivalent course taken by the student at another insitution and transferred back to North Central.

Step Three: Submit ACT/SAT scores or take the COMPASS

Testing assists in placing students in courses to maximize their success.  There is no cost for the first COMPASS test. Refer to the catalog or ask Admissions to see if you are exempt from testing.

Step Four: Apply for Financial Aid (optional)

Apply each academic year for financial aid.  Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The Financial Aid office is located in Student Services.

Step Five: Obtain academic advising

Meet with counselors or academic advisors to receive assistance in course selection and academic planning. Call Student Services for an appointment at 231-348-6605.

Step Six: Register for classes

Web registration is quick and easy. Complete the steps above then use your Student ID and PIN numbers found at the top of your acceptance letter to register.  Access registration and current class schedule online.  No computer at home? Visit the Student Services office at any location. Call toll-free for directions at 888-298-6605.

Step Seven: Attend orientation

Information important to student success is presented during orientation sessions. Students are invited to a group session or may elect to use the online orientation.

revised August 12, 2008