Admissions

General Admissions Eligibility

Enrollment Procedures

College Credit Students 3

Certificate Program Students 8

Adult Studies Students 9

Continuing Education Students 13

Registration Procedures

College Credit Students 7

Certificate Program Students 8

Tuition and Fees

Financial Aid

New Students Tips

Tips for Success 19

Most Commonly Asked Questions 19

FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE

General Admissions Eligibility

Individuals seeking general admission to Florida

Community College must meet the

following mini-

mum criteria, except as provided below:

1. The individual must be a U.S. citizen.

2. The individual must be 18 years of age or older.

3. The individual must have earned a standard or

college ready high school diploma or the equiv

alency of a high school diploma.

Individuals seeking admission to Florida Commu

nity College who do not meet the general admissions

criteria may seek admission if they meet the criteria

of the following special admissions classifications.

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ffoorr AAdduulltt SSttuuddeennttss

Individuals age 18 or older who do not meet

the general criteria for admissions outlined above

may be admitted to the College under one of the

following sets of conditions.

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Adults who have not earned a standard or

college-ready high school diploma or the equiv-

alency of a standard high school diploma may be

admitted to the College’s adult general education

Post Secondary Adult Vocational programs (PSAV).

Adults who have not earned a standard or college-

ready high school diploma or the equivalency of a

standard high school diploma may be admitted into

college-credit classes with the following requirements

and restrictions:

The individual will be required to take the College

Placement Test.

2. The individual may enroll for no more than 12

hours of college-credit course-work before

completing his/her standard or college-ready

high school diploma or the equivalency of a

standard high school diploma.

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Individuals who are age 18 or older and who

are not citizens of the United States may be admitted

to Florida Community College if they meet the

criteria of any category listed above and if they are

in compliance with the standards from the

Immigration and Naturalization Service.

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United States citizens under the age of 18 may

be admitted to the College under one of the fol-

lowing sets of conditions with confirmation from all

high schools attended that the individual has not

committed any of the following offenses:

1. Distribution of drugs

Simple battery upon school employees or agents

3. Robbery

4. Extortion

5. Burglary of school property

6. Criminal mischief or vandalism

7. Possession of weapons or dangerous objects

8. Indecent public conduct

9. Battery upon another student resulting in bodily

harm

10.

Inciting or participating in a major student disorder

11. Commission of any felony

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Minors who have earned a standard or college-

ready high school diploma or the equivalency of a

standard high school diploma may be admitted to

Florida Community College with authorization to

attend from their parent or legal guardian.

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Students enrolled at a public or private high

school, or home school may be admitted to Florida

Community College for either college or vocational/

technical credit if they meet the dual enrollment

requirements in accordance with state statute and

have high school authorization.

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Minors who have not earned a high school

diploma may be admitted to Florida Community

College for college credit courses under the follow-

ing requirements and restrictions.

The individual must have authorization to attend

the College from his/her high school and

parent or legal guardian.

2. The individual will be required to take the

College Placement Test if he/she plans to enroll

in college-credit.

3. The individual may enroll for no more than 12

hours of college-credit coursework before

completing his/her standard or college-ready

diploma or the equivalency of a standard high

school diploma.

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Minors who have not earned a standard or

college-ready high school diploma or the equiv-

alency of a standard high school diploma and who

are no longer attending a public or private school

may be admitted to the College’s adult general

education programs if they have authorization to attend

the College from their parent or legal guardian and

from the high school of last attendance.

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Individuals who are minors and who are not

citizens of the United States may be admitted if they

meet the criteria of Accelerated High School Com-

pleters and if they are in compliance with standards

from the Immigration and Naturalization Service.

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Dental hygiene, emergency medical services

(EMS) technology, emergency medical technology

(EMT), histotechnology, medical laboratory technol-

ogy, nursing, paramedic, physical therapist assistant

and respiratory therapy programs are selective access

programs and have special selection and admission

criteria and procedures which may be obtained from

the program office as listed in this catalog.

ADMISSIONS

Enrollment procedures for students entering

FCCJ’s college credit programs are different for

students in varying circumstances. Below is a list of

admissions categories. Find the one that best describes

your situation and jump to the page indicated to

learn what is required for admission.

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First-Time-In-College Earn a degree (AA,

Degree-Seeking AS or TC) at FCCJ 3

Incoming Transfer Transfer to FCCJ’s

college credit program

from another

college/university 4

Non-Degree-Seeking Earn college credit

without earning a

degree at FCCJ 5

High School Earn college credit

while in high school 5

Military Earn college credit

via SOC or SOCNAV

programs 6

International Earn college credit

as a visiting foreign

student (non-resident) 6

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Applicants in this category are those who intend

to earn a college degree from FCCJ and have never

attended college at FCCJ or any other institution. If

this describes your situation, please take the follow-

ing steps to enrollment at FCCJ.

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Submit a

completed membership application and the

appropriate application fee. The non-refund-

able membership application fee is $15 for

U.S. citizens and $80 for international students.

Be sure to indicate in the “Educational Plans”

section of the application that you intend to

earn your degree at the College. The

application and the fee may be submitted to

any campus enrollment services office or

mailed to the College’s Student Records Office

at 501 W. State St., Jacksonville, FL, 32202.

Call (904) 646-2300 to have an application

packet mailed to you.

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If you graduated or will

graduate from a high school outside of Duval

or Clay county or if you graduated or will

graduate from a private school, please have

your high school send an official transcript of

your grades and credits with graduation date

indicated to the Student Records Office (see

address above). If you graduated from a public

school in either Duval or Clay county, the

College will automatically request your high

school transcript after we receive your application.

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Once we receive your

application and your transcript, you will receive

a letter indicating the approval of your

admission if you meet the College’s admissions

criteria. Admissions criteria are included on

page 2 of this catalog.

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If you are interested

in receiving financial aid, call or visit the

Enrollment Services office on campus. The

Collegewide Information Center (646-2300)

can also mail you an application for federal

student aid.

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If you haven't already decided on

a career goal and FCCJ program of study,

make an appointment with a counselor at the

Career Development Center on campus.

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After receiving the letter

notifying you of your admission to FCCJ, con-

tact the Certificate and Assessment Center on

campus and take the required course place-

ment tests. (Students with S.A.T. or A.C.T. test

scores that are two years old or less are exempt).

OOrriieennttaattiioonn

Complete the New Student Orien-

tation, either by video (about a half-hour in

length) or through live group session on

campus (about one hour).

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At the orienta-

tion, you will meet with an academic advisor

who will review your placement tests scores and

suggest appropriate courses for your first term.

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During the appropriate registra-

tion period, register for the courses you plan to

take this term using FCCJ’s touchtone tele-

phone registration system or at enrollment

services on campus.

10.

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Tuition and fees must be paid

by the payment deadline. Payment may be

made via the touchtone telephone registration

system, by mail or by visiting the Business

Affairs office on campus. Upon payment, we will

mail you your class schedule and fee statement.

11.

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Obtain a student identification

StarCard at the StarCard office on campus.

12.

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Obtain a student parking decal

from the campus security office.

Enrollment Procedures for College Credit Programs

FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE

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If you have attended and received college credit

from institutions other than FCCJ and desire to

complete your degree at FCCJ, please take the

following steps to enrollment.

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Submit a

completed membership application and the

appropriate application fee. The non-refund-

able membership application fee is $15 for

U.S. citizens and $80 for international students.

Be sure to indicate in the “Educational Plans”

section of the application that you intend to

earn your degree at the College. The application

and the fee may be submitted to any campus

enrollment services office or mailed to the

College’s Student Records Office at 501 W. State

St., Jacksonville, FL, 32202. Call (904)

646-

2300 to have an application packet mailed

to you.

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Have official transcripts

from all colleges attended sent to the Student

Records Office, Florida Community College at

Jacksonville, 501 W. State St., Jacksonville, FL

32202. If these transcripts are not received

within one term, subsequent registration will be

blocked. Transcripts will not be evaluated until

all transcripts have been received. The student

will receive a notice by mail once all transcripts

have been officially evaluated. All transcripts

must be evaluated before a student can be

approved for financial aid.

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If you are interested

in receiving financial aid, call or visit the Enroll-

ment Services office on campus. The College-

wide Information Center (646-2300) can also

mail you an application for federal student aid.

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Go to any

student success office and complete an

admissions placement survey (APS) to establish

a course placement record and document

previous coursework in English, reading and

mathematics. Also, if you have ACT or SAT

scores less than two years old, bring these

along. You will be advised if any further testing

is required.

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Make an appointment with

an academic adviser to help select your classes.

Bring along a copy of your transcripts if

possible. This advising will be unofficial if your

transcripts have not been officially evaluated.

You should return for official advising once you

receive notice that your transcripts have been

evaluated. Make an appointment by calling the

counseling and advising center. Any questions

that you may have about the evaluation can be

discussed at this time.

OOrriieennttaattiioonn

Complete the New Student Orien-

tation, either by video (about a half-hour in

length) or through live group session on

campus (about one hour).

RReeggiissttrraattiioonn

Contact any student affairs office

counseling and advising center for assistance if

there is any difficulty with registration. It is not

uncommon for this to happen because all

records may not yet be on file. During the

appropriate registration period, register for the

courses you plan to take this term using FCCJ's

touchtone telephone registration system.

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Tuition and fees must be paid

by the payment deadline. Payment may be

made via the touchtone telephone registration

system, by mail or by visiting the Business

Affairs office on campus. Upon payment, we will

mail you your class schedule and fee statement.

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After registering, go to the student I.D.

center and get a photo I.D (StarCard). All

students are required to carry their I.D. while on

College property.

10.

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Obtain a student parking decal

from the campus security office.

11.

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Become familiar with

the deadlines printed in

this catalog. Be sure to

review important College

policies and proce-

dures related to drop deadlines, withdrawal

procedures and deadlines, standards of student

conduct, grading policies, academic standing

standards and student support services.

12.

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Understand graduation

status. Note that FCCJ requirements will probably

be different than those of other institutions. An

academic audit sheet will be mailed to you

each term you are enrolled. Transfer students,

must complete at least 25 percent of credit

semester hours required for the degree at FCCJ

and meet all other FCCJ graduation requirements.

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Transfer credit may be accepted from degree

granting institutions that are accredited at the

collegiate level by an appropriate regional accred-

iting agency and recognized by the Council for

Higher Education Accreditation. Transfer courses are

subject to a course-by-course evaluation process.

Students with college credit from outside the

United States must have their document evaluated

by an approved credential evaluation agency.

Transcripts from other colleges attended will be

evaluated for degree-seeking students only. Tran-

scripts must be received from all colleges attended

before an evaluation will be completed. All courses

attempted at the freshman and sophomore levels

will be evaluated. Transfer credit to FCCJ will be

calculated in the all-college cumulative grade point

average. Upper division courses will only be

evaluated when they are substantially equivalent to

courses offered at FCCJ. FCCJ does not evaluate

transcripts for external agencies.

ADMISSIONS

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If you want to take college credit courses but

you do not intend to earn your degree at FCCJ, all

you need to do is submit a completed membership

application and the appropriate application fee. The

non-refundable membership application fee is $15

for U.S. citizens and $80 for international students.

The application and the fee may be submitted to any

campus enrollment services office or mailed to the

College’s Student Records Office at 501 W. State St.,

Jacksonville, FL, 32202. Call (904) 646-2300 to

have an application mailed to you. No transcripts

are required, and placement testing will be required

only if you desire to enroll in a mathematics, English

or reading course. Please note that non-degree

seeking students can not be certified for financial

aid. If you desire to switch to a degree seeking status

in the future, contact the enrollment services office

on your campus and follow the procedures for degree-

seeking students in the previous section. Non-

degree seeking students are required to obtain and

carry an FCCJ StarCard.

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ffoorr HHiigghh SScchhooooll SSttuuddeennttss

This program is designed for students at

participating high schools who have a sophomore

classification or higher and an unweighted 3.0

grade point average on a 4.0 scale. If approved by

the parent, high school principal, and guidance

counselor, these students may be admitted to the

College and take up to seven college credit hours

each term while still enrolled in high school. Students

pay all tuition and fees. Students must have per-

mission from their high school and parent each term

to re-enroll.

A high school representative must submit an

application packet to the College’s program devel-

opment coordinator that includes the following:

1. an accelerated college application signed by

the student’s parent, high school principal and

guidance counselor,

2. a transcript verifying the student’s grade point

average, completion of requirements through

the freshman year and mathematics credits and

grades, and

3. a copy of the student’s scores on the Florida

College Entry Level Placement Test (FCELPT),

College Placement Test (CPT), SAT, or ACT.

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Applicants who wish to enter Florida Com-

munity College at Jacksonville as full-time students

at the end of their junior year in high school may be

admitted to earn 30 semester hours of

college credit

coursework, or its vocational equivalent

and still

graduate with their high school class. These

applicants must have an unweighted high school

grade point average of 3.25 for college credit

instruction or 2.50 for vocational instruction on a 4.0

scale, have a senior classification and receive

approval from their high school principal.

This pro-

gram is limited

to students from participating high

schools and to students enrolled in the high school

completion program at Florida Community College.

Students do not pay tuition. Students are, however,

responsible for the purchase of textbooks and a one-

time $15 membership fee.

The high school representative must submit an

application packet to the College’s program devel-

opment coordinator that includes the following:

1. an early admissions application signed by the

student’s parent, high school principal and

guidance counselor,

2. a transcript verifying the student’s grade point

average, completion of all requirements through

the junior year and Mathematics credits and

grades, and

3. a copy of the student’s scores on the Florida

College Entry Level Placement Test (FCELPT),

College Placement Test (CPT), SAT, ACT or Test

of Adult Basic Education (TABE).

Upon successful completion of courses students

will earn high school credits. College credit will be

awarded when proof of high school graduation is

submitted to the College’s registrar.

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This program is designed for Duval and Nassau

high school juniors and seniors whose county school

board, private school or home school parent or

association has a state approved articulation

agreement with

FCCJ to offer dual enrollment

courses. These students

must possess an unweighted

high school grade point average, on a 4.0 scale, of

3.0 to enroll in college credit or 2.5 to enroll in

vocational dual enrollment. Additionally, students

must earn the required college entry scores on the

Florida College Entry Level Placement Test (FCELPT),

College Placement Test (CPT), ACT, SAT or Test of

Adult Basic Education (TABE) to qualify. Students may

take up to nine credit hours each term and do not

pay tuition. However, students are required to pay a

one-time $15 membership fee. Books may be paid

for by the high school. Upon successful completion

of college

courses students will earn high school

credits. College

credits will be awarded after proof of

high school graduation is submitted to the College’s

registrar.

A high school representative must submit an

application packet to the College’s program devel-

opment coordinator that includes the following:

1. a dual enrollment application signed by the

student’s parent, high school principal and

guidance counselor,

2. a transcript reflecting the appropriate grade

point average, completion requirements through

the sophomore level, and mathematics credits

and grades, and

FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE

3. a copy of the student’s scores on the Florida

College Entry Level Placement Test (FCELPT),

College Placement Test (CPT), SAT, ACT or Test

of Adult Basic Education (TABE).

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SSeerrvviiccee MMeemmbbeerrss OOppppoorrttuunniittyy CCoolllleeggeess ((SSOOCC))

SOC is a consortium of some 400 colleges and

universities dedicated to meeting the voluntary edu-

cational needs of members of the military service.

SOC member institutions act as “home campus” for

service members who, by prior agreement, earn

academic credits elsewhere. Service members desiring

to participate in SOC may do so by calling 633-8134.

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((SSOOCCNNAAVV))

SOCNAV is a network of some 26 colleges agree

ing to accept in transfer, with previous approval,

courses applicable to the student’s degree program.

SOCNAV students/applicants must coordinate

all activities (student agreement forms, transfer

advising and possible rating credit) through the

FCCJ office at any of the Navy bases or through the

Open Campus Military Education Institute office by

calling 633-8134.

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IInntteerrnnaattiioonnaall AApppplliiccaannttss

For admission purposes, applicants are classified

as international students only if the applicants require,

or will require at any time, the College to issue papers

required by the Immigration and Naturalization

Service. Applicants who have been admitted to the

United States as immigrants and have been issued

resident alien numbers will not be classified as inter-

national students for admission purposes.

Applicants must submit the following items.

1. application for admission as degree seeking

students

application fee of $80, (a non-refundable, non-

transferable processing fee)

3. proof of previous education as follows

a. a certified English translation of the tran-

script, (for high school graduates who have

never attended college) or

b. a certified English translation of the tran-

script(s) of all colleges attended, (for students

who have attended college previously)

4. proof of proficiency in the use of the English

language (Students from non-English speaking

countries must submit to the College admis-

sions office an original copy of satisfactory

scores on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign

Language Examination), available through the

Educational Testing Service, Box 899, Princeton,

N.J. 08540.)

5. a statement showing that financial resources

are available for travel, tuition, books and

living expenses while in school (Applicants may

also be requested to show evidence that there

are funds to cover these expenses on deposit in

a United States bank.)

No international applicants will be considered

for admission until items one through five have been

received. To be considered for any term, all items

must be received at least 60 days prior to the

student’s initial term of admission. International

students accepted for admission will be notified of

their acceptance and will be provided with Form I-

20A as required by the U.S. Department of Justice.

International students should be enrolled and

satisfactorily complete a minimum of 12 credit hours

for the fall term (I) and 12 credit hours for the spring

term (II) and six credit hours for the summer A term

(III). For more information contact any campus

enrollment services office.

ADMISSIONS

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SSeemmeesstteerr HHoouurr

The semester hour is the unit of measure for

college credit coursework. This measure corresponds

in actual time requirements in class to one 50-

minute class period per week for one semester. The

exceptions to this rule are found in laboratory

courses, music activity courses and studio art courses.

For example, a three semester hour (also called

credit hour) course requires at least three 50-minute

periods of actual class time per week. Laboratory

Biology, on the other hand, a four semester hour

course, requires six in-class hours. Semester hours

can be converted to quarter hours by multiplying the

number of semester hours earned by 1.5.

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Full-time students are enrolled as follows.

fall 12 or more semester hours

spring 12 or more semester hours

*summer A 6 or more semester hours

*summer B 6 or more semester hours

*Summer “C” cross term semester hours will count

one-half for summer A and one-half for summer B.

The suggested maximum load of an entering

first term, full-time freshmen enrolled in day classes

is 18 semester hours. The suggested maximum load

for full-time students who fail to maintain a “C”

average for the preceding term is 15 semester

hours. The suggested maximum load for full-time

students who have an average of “B” or higher

during the preceding term is 21 semester hours.

To receive overload permission, students must

get approval from the campus dean of student affairs.

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Some college credit course descriptions include

specific requirements which must be met prior to

enrollment. Specific requirements may include

prerequisites (courses which must be satisfactorily

completed prior to enrollment), corequisites (courses

which must be taken at the same time of enrollment)

or other specific conditions.

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FCCJ offers two ways to register: by Touch-Tone

telephone and in person on campus. You are

encouraged to register by Touch-Tone telephone.

However, if you need additional assistance please

visit the enrollment services office on any campus for

registration help. Touchtone instructions are printed

in the college credit schedule. To register on campus,

visit any campus or center enrollment services office

during operating hours.

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Schedule changes may be made on any

registration day prior to the first day of classes or

during the add/drop period advertised in the college

credit schedule.

Level changes may be made after the final drop

day with the approval of the appropriate assistant

dean. These changes may take place no later than

the end of the fifth week of class in the fall and

spring terms and the end of the second week of class

in the summer A and B terms, and the end of the

fourth week of class in summer cross term. Students

will not be allowed to change from a course in one

term to a section in another term, other than from a

summer A term course to a like course scheduled in

summer cross term.

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Final drop day is the last day upon which

students may drop a course and be eligible for a full

refund of fees paid for that course. Courses officially

dropped will be removed from the students’ records.

The final drop day will be scheduled so that all

students have an opportunity to drop a course on or

after the first scheduled class meeting. Refer to the

College calendar for this deadline date for dropping

courses each term.

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If the College cancels a class at any time prior

to its completion, students’ enrollment in that class

will be cancelled, and they will be entitled to a 100

percent refund of fees paid for that class, less any

indebtedness to the College. The College will notify

students and the College will initiate the refund process.

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The enrollment services office will verify enroll-

ment for students eligible to receive educational

benefits from any external agency.

Inquiries relating to benefits should be directed

to the agency giving the student benefits.

Verification of enrollment will be done after the

published deadline to drop and receive a refund.

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Concurrent registration is permitted between

Florida Community College and state universities.

For more information, contact any FCCJ enrollment

services office.

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The College reserves the right to suspend,

terminate or retroactively cancel the enrollment of

any student for either of the following reasons:

1. disciplinary reasons or

2. non-payment of course fees when payment is

due, including non-payment resulting from dis-

honored checks or charge cards.

Registration for College Credit Programs

FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE

Enrollment and Registration for Certificate Programs

Florida Community College at Jacksonville

offers many postsecondary training programs which

prepare students to enter a given career or vocation.

Each of these programs prepares students to enter a

specific occupation or one of a cluster of related

occupations. To complete a program, students must

demonstrate that they have mastered specific job-

related performance requirements as well as com-

munication and computation competencies. Upon

the completion of a program, students will be awarded

a postsecondary training certificate.

Postsecondary job preparatory programs vary

in length from 20 to 1,500 hours. Students entering

programs which are 180 hours or more will be tested

for basic reading, mathematics and language skills.

Prior to the completion of their respective programs,

those students who score below the prescribed

grade levels on the Test of Adult Basic Education

(TABE) will be required to enroll in basic skills train-

ing (VPI) and be retested to demonstrate attainment

of the prescribed skill level for their respective pro-

grams of study.

Enrollment Procedures for students entering

vocational programs are as follows:

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Complete and submit

an FCCJ Membership Application, along with

the $15 fee. Applications are available through

the Enrollment Services office at each campus

or by calling the Collegewide Information

Center at 646-2300.

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If you are interested

in receiving financial aid, call or visit the Enroll-

ment Services office on campus. The College-

wide Information Center (646-2300) can also

mail you an application for federal student aid.

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If you haven't already decided on

a career goal and FCCJ program of study,

make an appointment with a counselor at the

Career Development Center on campus.

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After submitting your FCCJ

membership application, contact the

Certification and Assessment Center on campus

and take the required Test of Adult Basic

Education (TABE).

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Make an appointment with the

manager of the vocational program in which

you plan to enroll. The program manager will

advise you regarding which classes to take first.

If you are not sure who to call, call 646-2300.

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During the appropriate registra-

tion period, register for the courses you plan to

take this term.

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Tuition and fees must be paid

by the payment deadline. Payment may be

made by mail or by visiting the Business Affairs

office on campus. Upon payment, we will mail

you your class schedule and fee statement.

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Obtain a student identification Star-

Card at the StarCard office on campus.

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Obtain a student parking decal

from the campus security office.

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Developmental education is offered to non-

credit students at various locations. The goal is to

assist students who need additional help in improv-

ing their reading, math or language skills to earn

their certificate. Program strategies include:

reading courses that may be taken for high school

credit,

2. individualized instruction in reading,

3. tutoring and

4. diagnostic and prescriptive teaching in the

Vocational Preparatory Instruction (VPI) labs and

classes in the areas of mathematics, English and

reading. For more information call 633-8360.

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Registration dates will vary by program category

and campus. Students should contact the program

adviser for specific information.

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Schedule changes, commonly known as add-

drop, will be allowed in accordance with the

schedule established by the registrar each term.

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The College reserves the right to suspend, ter-

minate or retroactively cancel the enrollment of any

student for either of the following reasons:

1. disciplinary reasons or

2. non-payment of course fees when payment is

due, including non-payment resulting from

dishonored checks or charge cards.

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Students requesting enrollment certification for

educational benefits must be admitted to and be

enrolled in a vocational program. Full time atten-

dance requirements range from 20 to 30 clock hours

per week. The minimum may vary by program and

agency requirement. Veterans should refer to the

Student Services section, Veteran Affairs, in the

catalog for information. Students may also contact

Veteran Affairs located in the Enrollment Services

Office on each campus.

ADMISSIONS

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The adult studies department of FCCJ coop-

erates with numerous agencies to provide adult

basic education, GED, adult high school and self-

supporting

courses, in the following locations:

public

and community schools, health and human services

facilities, civic and community clubs, business and

industry and other adult agencies.

Adults in the community have the opportunity to

grow in basic knowledge, improve in home and

community life, develop leadership and civic responsi

bilities, and expand in knowledge in general education.

Adult studies programs are offered where there

is community need and interest. Florida Community

College at Jacksonville offers courses in locations

throughout Duval County.

Many programs, courses and services are

offered on a continuing basis. Short courses, in-

service training programs and courses of specific

interest may be initiated by request from individuals,

businesses and groups in the community, based

upon resources available at the time of request.

Students who enroll in classes held on one of

FCCJ’s four campuses, will be required to pay a $15

student photo I.D. (StarCard) fee. Students should

carry this I.D. at all times while on campus.

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FCCJ is dedicated to providing students with a

high quality educational experience in an environment

supportive of intellectual and personal development.

The Adult Studies Standards for Student Success

were formulated to help assure quality and to clearly

communicate the department’s minimum expecta-

tions of reasonable academic progress for our

students. All students enrolled in an Adult Studies

course at FCCJ must meet the minimum requirements

of the Standards for Student Success established by

the department. A thorough review of these stan-

dards will be presented to each student during the

orientation/enrollment process.

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The adult basic education program of

Florida

Community College at Jacksonville is designed

provide basic skills instruction in the fundamental

academic areas of reading, writing, math and the

enhancement of workforce skills.

The primary focus of study may be on any one

or more of the following general knowledge areas.

pre-vocational or employability skills development

use of financial resources and consumer education

3. human and interpersonal relations in the

workplace

4. communication skills in the English language

Performance in these general knowledge areas

will be based upon achievement in the following skill

areas: reading, writing, speaking, listening, problem

solving and computation.

The program provides supportive services for its

students in the areas of guidance and counseling,

testing, and specialized reading needs.

Enrollment in adult basic education classes is

available to all adults who are 16 years of age or

older and function below the ninth grade level on

basic academic skills assessments.

Adult basic education classes are offered on FCCJ

campuses and in adult centers located in schools,

churches and other available community facilities

throughout Duval County. Tuition cost to students is

waived if they test below the ninth grade level.

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The grading system is designed to evaluate

the performance of students as fairly and equitably

as possible.

Letter grades will be assigned for courses as

follows:

S = Satisfactory

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The GED program of FCCJ is designed to assist

students in attaining an equivalent high school level

of educational accomplishment through preparation

for the GED examination. The program offers stu-

dents the opportunity to successfully complete the

GED test and earn a state high school equivalency

diploma. Instruction is offered in the general educa-

tion subjects of writing, social studies, science,

literature and mathematics. The GED courses pro-

vide foundation skills instruction at the ninth through

12th grade levels. Additionally, supportive services

are provided in the area of advising, testing and

computer-aided instruction.

GED classes are offered on FCCJ campuses

and in adult centers located in community schools,

churches and other available community facilities

throughout Duval County. Tuition is waived for

students who do not have a high school diploma

and test above the eighth grade level.

Students are encouraged to take the GED test

after exhibiting mastery of course materials and

successfully passing the GED practice examination.

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The GED (High School Equivalency) exami-

nation is a battery of five tests administered on a

regularly scheduled basis by Florida Community

College at Jacksonville to individuals who are at

least 18 years of age, not attending a public high

school, citizens of the United States or resident aliens

and Florida residents. Information on test registra-

tion may be obtained from any campus adult studies

office or the certification and assessment department.

Guidelines for the registration fee are established by

the Department of Education. Individuals who pass

the exam receive a diploma from the State Depart-

ment of Education.

Enrollment for Adult Studies Programs

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Applicants who do not keep their GED exami-

nation appointment must repay the fee to reschedule

another appointment. GED registration fees are

non-refundable.

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The adult high school program at Florida

Community College at Jacksonville provides the

opportunity for adults 16 years of age or older, who

have withdrawn from public or private high school,

to earn sufficient credits to receive an FCCJ high

school diploma. The adult high school program also

provides the opportunity for students enrolled in high

school to earn credits to transfer to their current high

school. In addition, students who have already grad-

uated from high school may earn credits in a specific

subject matter for college admission or other reasons.

Adult high school courses are offered during

the day and evening hours at all FCCJ campuses.

Tuition fees are waived for students who do not have

a high school diploma. Textbooks are purchased by

students, or they may use those

available in the class-

room or learning resources center.

The program provides supportive services for its

students in the area of guidance and counseling,

testing, computer-aided instruction and specialized

reading, writing and mathematics courses. Addi-

tionally the program allows students to make pro-

gress toward the attainment of high school credits at

their own pace in keeping with the program stan-

dards of progress.

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STATUS A — Applicants 18 years and older will

be admitted to the FCCJ high school completion

program to seek an FCCJ adult high school diploma

by submitting the following.

1. completed application including social security

number

2. proof of previous education (Applicants may

transfer credits earned from grades nine

through 12 and be placed into appropriate

courses to meet the credit requirements for

graduation. Official transcripts, grades earned

and other documents can be submitted for

specific course placement.)

3. citizenship verification (Applicants must be

citizens of the United States or resident aliens. If

applicants are not U.S. citizens or resident aliens,

FCCJ requires papers issued by the Immigra-

tion and Naturalization Service to determine

eligibility for admission.)

4. age verification restrictions (Applicants 16 or 17

years old must have been out of public or pri-

vate school for six full months. Proof of the last

date of attendance is verified by the following.)

a. official transcript (in a sealed envelope) with

date of last attendance indicated or

b. official withdrawal form from the school

c. letterhead with last date of attendance indi-

cated signed by a school official

d. confirmation from all high schools attended

that individual has not committed any of the

following offenses:

1. Distribution of drugs

Simple battery upon school employees or agents

3. Robbery

4. Extortion

5. Burglary of school property

6. Criminal mischief or vandalism

7. Possession of weapons or dangerous objects

8. Indecent public conduct

9. Battery upon another student resulting in bodily

harm

10. Inciting or participating in a major student

disorder

11. Commission of any felony

If applicants do not attend the fall term when

school opens, the waiting period begins the last day

of the previous school year. One day of attendance

in the fall term cancels this rule.

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Exception to this restriction is approved

only as follows.

a. school board waiver (letterhead obtained

from the school superintendent or designee

from the county school system where

applicants reside)

b. private school waiver (letterhead signed by

the principal of the school students were

attending)

STATUS B — Students who will transfer credit to

the high school in which they are enrolled must submit

the following.

1. a completed application membership including

social security number

2. permission letter (A letter on letterhead

stationery from the principal or counselor of the

high school to which the student desires to

transfer credit is required each time applicants

enroll. This should indicate which subject(s) are

approved for transfer credit.

3. confirmation from all high schools attended

that individual has not committed any of the

following offenses:

1. Distribution of drugs

Simple battery upon school employees or agents

3. Robbery

4. Extortion

5. Burglary of school property

6. Criminal mischief or vandalism

7. Possession of weapons or dangerous objects

8. Indecent public conduct

9. Battery upon another student resulting in bodily

harm

10. Inciting or participating in a major student

disorder

11. Commission of any felony

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ADMISSIONS

STATUS C — Students who are already high

school graduates but who need credit for a specific

reason (e.g., seeking admission to FCCJ’s nursing

program but lack a chemistry credit) must submit

the following.

a completed membership application for admis-

sion including social security number

2. course fees (Students must pay fees for courses

taken.)

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The grading system is designed to evaluate

the performance of students as fairly and equitably

as possible.

Letter grades will be assigned for courses as

follows.

A = 94 percent - 100 percent

B = 85 percent - 93 percent

C = 77 percent - 84 percent

D = 70 percent - 76 percent

I = Incomplete

IW = Instructor Initiated Withdrawal

NP = Non-punitive

W = Withdrawal

S = Satisfactory*

*This grade applies only to college preparatory

students (see below, “College Preparatory Program”)

Once a grade of “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “NP” in

a course has been reported to the registrar, it may be

changed as follows.

1. upon recommendation of the instructor who

assigned the grade with approval of the

program coordinator

2. upon recommendation by the program

coordinator and approval by the instructional

dean when the instructor who assigned the

grade is no longer a member of the faculty.

An “I” grade may be assigned only when

extenuating circumstances prevent students from

completing the course-work during the regular term.

To be eligible to receive an “I” grade, students must

have completed at least three-fourths of the

coursework.

The “I” grade may be changed by the instructor

to “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “NP” within the time limit

indicated in the College calendar.

An instructor initiated withdrawal grade “IW”

may be assigned by adult studies instructors prior to

the withdrawal deadline to students who have been

absent from more than 15 percent of the scheduled

classes in any given term and

are not demonstrating

satisfactory progress. The “IW” grade is an optional

grade and may be assigned only after a warning

has been sent to the students. Faculty who intend to

use this grade option must clearly state that intention

in their course syllabi. Students may appeal an instruc

tor initiated withdrawal within 10 days of the with-

drawal by contacting the campus student affairs office.

Students registered in high school classes but

not earning high school credit will receive an “NG”

(no grade).

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The Florida State Department of Education has

established that adults can progress and earn

credit(s) within their own time frame. Thus, adults

may complete credit requirements as rapidly as they

are able to prove their mastery of skills.

A minimum of 24 unduplicated credits, grades

nine through 12, is required for an adult high school

diploma. The credit requirements are as follows.

1. English, four credits

a. English courses must include major concen-

tration in composition and literature

2. science, three full credits

a. laboratory courses, two full credits

b. non-laboratory courses, one full credit

3. mathematics, three credits

mathematics courses must include Algebra I or

4. social studies, three credits

a. American history, one credit

b. world history, one credit

c. American government, one-half credit

d. economics, one-half credit

5. study skills, one-half credit

6. career explorations, one-half credit

7. life management skills, one-half credit

8. practical arts, vocational education/exploration

vocational education, one-half credit and per-

forming fine arts, one-half credit or one credit

in either area

9. electives, eight and one-half credits

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To graduate students must:

1. complete 24 credits: 15.5 credits of general

course requirements and eight and one-half

credits of approved electives,

complete a minimum of two full credits at FCCJ,

3. receive a passing score on the High School

Competency Test (HSCT), or equivalent state

approved assessment

4. acquire a minimum cumulated GPA of 2.0, (see

state student performance standards)

5. be classified as admission status “A”

6. apply for graduation with adult studies adviser

Graduation and course requirements may

change. Please be sure to check with your adult studies

adviser and refer to the state student performance

standards listed in this section.

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All students must pass the Florida High School

Competency Test (HSCT) and/or other state man-

dated tests prior to graduation.

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FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE

No student shall be granted credit toward a

high school diploma for enrollment in the following

courses or programs.

1. more than nine elective credits in remedial

programs as provided for in FS* 236.0841 and

remedial programs as provided for in FS*

232.246(8)(a) (Students entering the ninth

grade in 1997/98 may not use the level one

courses to meet graduation requirements.)

2. more than one-half credit in exploratory voca-

tional courses as defined in FS* 228.041(22)(a)(2)

3. more than three credits in practical arts home

economics as defined in FS* 228.041(22)(a)(4)

Students enrolled in the adult high school

program in pursuit of the high school diploma after

the beginning of the 1978 – 79 school year and

before the 1984 – 85 school year are required to

meet only those requirements for graduation that

were in effect at the time of their enrollment when

such enrollment has been continuous except for

summer terms.

Students enrolled prior to the 1997 – 98 school

year in the adult high school program have two

options in pursuit of the high school diploma.

Students have until the end of Spring/Summer Term

2003 to graduate, using level one courses to satisfy

graduation requirements using one of the following

two options.

Option 1: Earn a cumulative 1.5 GPA on a 4.0

scale in those courses taken prior to July

1, 1997, and earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA

on a 4.0 scale for courses, which are

taken after July 1, 1997, that apply to

the 24 credits required for high school

graduation as specified in subsection (1)

of section FS* 232.246, or

Option 2: Earn a cumulative 2.0 GPA on a 4.0

scale for courses that apply to the 24

credits required for high school grad-

uation as specified in subsection (1) of

section FS* 232.246.

For students entering the ninth grade for the

first time in the 1997 - 98 school year and thereafter,

a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale is necessary

to graduate from high school as specified in

subsection (1) of section FS* 232.246.

It is the students' responsibility to schedule and

participate in an exit interview with an adult studies

adviser and make application for graduation after

they have completed requirements. Before students

may graduate, they must have fulfilled all financial

obligations to the College.

*Florida Statutes

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The adult education non-credit ESOL program

offers classes for community residents whose native

language is not English and who desire to learn and

improve their English language skills in preparation

for job placement. Instruction is offered at six

different levels, covering listening, speaking, reading

and writing skills from beginning to advanced.

Instruction including speaking, reading and writing

skills are taught at all levels. Before registration,

students must be tested to determine placement

levels. Classes are held at the Downtown Campus

during the day and at various high schools in the

evening. For testing and registration information

contact the ESOL office, Downtown Campus, at

633-8484.

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ADMISSIONS

Through its continuing education program,

FCCJ offers a wide variety of continuing workforce

education and recreation courses. These courses are

offered throughout the community college district

wherever the need exists and adequate facilities are

available. Courses are taught in public schools,

industrial plants, commercial office buildings, on all

the campuses and centers of the College, and other

suitable locations. The length and frequency of

meetings for classes differ and are determined by

the type and objectives of each course.

The primary purpose of these courses is to

provide individuals with the training needed to

upgrade or broaden their present skills and enhance

their occupational opportunities. This training also

provides the business and industrial community with

trained personnel.

The College maintains close liaison with

outside agencies to facilitate the educational and

training needs of the community. These groups

include: program advisory committees, professional

and civic organizations, governmental agencies, busi-

ness and industry as well as various other groups.

A high school diploma is not required for

enrollment in most continuing workforce education

courses, but students must be at least 16 years old.

New participants in the College’s continuing

education programs must submit a membership

application and the $15 application fee.

Non-resident aliens may enroll in continuing

workforce education courses; however, the College

will not issue immigration papers based on this enroll-

ment. Non-resident aliens must pay out-of-state

tuition for all classes except self-supporting classes.

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A variety of non-credit courses are offered

through two very popular program series: the

Professional Development Series and the Self

Enrichment Series. Brochures are available for a

wide variety of courses that provide new skills, help

develop new and exciting interests and offer

opportunities to have fun while in pursuit of lifelong

learning goals. For information call 633-8292.

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EEdduuccaattiioonn PPrrooggrraammss

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Numerous nursing education programs are

planned to meet the educational needs of nurses by

updating knowledge and skills required for current

practice. These courses are designed to enhance the

quality of nursing care provided to the public.

Nursing practice is based on a continuously

expanding body of experience, knowledge and skills

which prepare nurses to function effectively as mem-

bers of the health care team.

Reassessment of learning needs and ongoing

evaluation of the current offerings are the basis for

future program development. Topics and locations

will vary to meet the diverse needs of the nursing

community. For information call 766-6581.

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FCCJ offers coursework for teachers interested

in updating their skills, adding to their content or

renewing their teaching certificate. They can select

from a variety of courses including English, history,

psychology, science, mathematics, and computers.

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Since 1984, FCCJ has been a leader in pro-

viding Northeast Florida with quality teleconferencing

services. These satellite telecasts link audiences to

prominent speakers and experts throughout the

region, across the continent and around the globe.

FCCJ sponsors special teleconference events

featuring local speakers, panel discussions, work-

shops and networking sessions on such topics as

Insurance, Health Care, Law, Education, Computers,

the Internet, and the Environment.

FCCJ is part of a statewide network of over 30

satellite downlink sites and offers C- and Ku-Band

downlinking, off-satellite taping, a variety of local

meeting sites for large and small groups, catering,

event planning and registration assistance, large

screen projection, direct phone lines and fax

machines, expert technical support and a trained

staff. For information call 633-8312.

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The department of applied design and market-

ing offers courses for developing and/or increasing

knowledge and skills. Classes, workshops and semi-

nars are designed to meet the needs and interests of

the community. These include

beginning clothing

construction to the most advanced;

drapery, window

treatments and home accessories; crafts, quilting, and

nutrition, to name a few. For information call 381-3555.

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Florida Community College at Jacksonville

offers recreational courses on request from the

community. These courses are supported by fees

(self-supporting) and not funded by the state. The

fee structure for these courses is calculated to cover

the direct instructional cost of offering the course to

the community. For more information call Open

Campus at 633-8292.

Enrollment for Continuing Education Programs

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FLORIDA COMMUNITY COLLEGE AT JACKSONVILLE

Tuition and Fees

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U.S. citizens $15

International students $80

This fee is a processing fee and is non-refundable.

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Fees listed may be changed with

approval of the District Board of Trustees. Current

fees shall be posted at the time of registration for

each term.

Florida residents $47.10*

Non-Florida residents $174.40*

*includes technology fee and parking fee

Students enrolled in college preparatory

instruction shall pay the same fees charged for

college credit courses. Students are limited to two

attempts of the same college preparatory class

within a skill area. After the second attempt, students

must enroll in adult education courses or use a

private vendor. Previous attempts made prior to Fall

Term 1997 do not count.

Students enrolled in the same undergraduate

college credit course more than two times, shall pay

course fees at the non-Florida residents rate.

Previous attempts made prior to Fall Term 1997 do

not count.

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Science laboratory fee per course

Materials fee per course

Fine arts fee per course

All applied music courses have an additional

fee. All fine arts courses beginning with prefixes ART,

PGY and MUM have an additional fee.

Selected courses have additional fees. The fee

will be specified at the time of registration.

Students may obtain this information from the

enrollment services office.

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Fees listed herein are subject to legislative

budget constraints or as otherwise deemed appro-

priate by the College. Current fees shall be posted at

the time of any given registration.

Fees charged for non-credit adult and occupa-

tional education courses will be at least $1.20 per

total class contact hour. In most instances, fees for

non-Florida residents are triple those of Florida

residents and are in addition to matriculation fees.

Fees for avocational and recreational courses vary

according to the actual cost of the course. In addi-

tion, some courses may be assessed a materials fee.

For actual course fees, check the current term’s con-

tinuing education class schedule.

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Applicants for admission to FCCJ are classified

as Florida resident students or non-Florida resident

students for tuition assessment purposes.

Students may qualify as a resident in these

categories.

1. An individual, or, if dependent, their parent(s),

shall have established and maintained legal

residence in Florida for at least 12 months

immediately prior to the student’s enrollment.

However, dependents who have lived with an

adult relative other than their parent for five years

may qualify for in-state tuition purposes if the adult

relative is a legal resident who has maintained legal

residence in Florida as described above.

2. Individuals shall not be eligible to receive the

in-state tuition rate until they have provided

such evidence related to legal residence and its

duration as required by officials of the

institution of higher education. However, any

period of time in which the students reside in

this state primarily for educational purposes

may not be counted towards residency status.

3. The legal residence of dependents’ parent(s)

shall be evidence of their legal residence.

However, if the legal residence of the parent(s)

is outside this state, individuals who have lived

in this state for five consecutive years prior to

enrolling may apply for the in-state tuition rate.

4. Any non-resident individual who marries a

legal resident of this state may, upon becoming

a legal resident of this state, receive the benefit

of the spouse’s residency status.

5. No individual shall lose his or her resident

status by reason of serving or, if dependents, by

their parent(s) serving in the armed forces

outside this state.

6. The legal residence of dependents whose

parents are divorced, separated or otherwise

living apart shall be deemed to be Florida if

either parent is a legal resident of Florida.

Applicants should be aware that a false

statement regarding residency status is punishable

as a misdemeanor under Florida Statutes, Section

837.06. If a statement is determined to be false,

students shall be subject to discipline by the District

Board of Trustees which may include expulsion and

the withholding of credit.

Applicants who do not qualify as Florida

students under these provisions will pay the non-

Florida tuition and other charges required of non-

Florida students.

Students requesting to reclassify as a Florida

resident for tuition purposes must:

1. complete a residency reclassification form,

2. have documentation verifying residency and

intent to make Florida their home 12 months

prior to the first day of classes for the term of

reclassification, and

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3. Submit all documents and forms prior to the

drop deadline for the term of reclassification.

Students that are spouses, dependents or

minors must present documents in the name of

the person that is a Florida resident. Students

may apply for residency reclassification at any

campus enrollment services office.

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The fee for late registration is $35.

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Checks returned by the bank $15

This fee will not be assessed if the bank certifies

that the check was returned due to bank error. Unless

the returned check and $15 service charge are paid

in full on or before the prescribed deadline, students

will be disenrolled from all classes affected by this

returned check. Students who have been disenrolled

from their classes can re-enroll through the late

registration process and shall be charged the late

registration fee. For one full calendar year, the

College will not accept a check from these students.

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College Level Academic Skills Test

(CLAST) examination *$30

(*This fee is only charged to non-FCCJ students.)

Proficiency Examination Program

(PEP) examination $35

College Level Examination Program

(CLEP) examination $43

administration $7

DANTES Subject Standardized Test

(SST) examination $27

administration $7

Health Occupations Aptitude Examination

(PSB) examination $10

administration $6

General Education Development Test (GED)

(High School Equivalency)

Test 1 $8

Tests 2 through 5 (each) $7

Total Battery $35

(Fees established by the State Department of

Education. These fees are non-refundable.)

Validation of GED scores from out-of-state,

United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) or

DANTES (includes diploma if entitled) $5

Test fees will be waived for students enrolled in

a high school course for credit, if students wish to take

the test for that particular course.

Test fees are to be paid at time of making appli-

cation for the test. Test fees are non-refundable.

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Professional malpractice and liability insurance

risk coverage fees per course:

The risk coverage fee is non-refundable if students

withdraw after the official close of the add/drop

period for the term.

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Items purchased by the College to permit the

conducting of ceremonies in accordance with estab-

lished traditions for special programs, primarily in

the health-related education area, will be charged to

the affected students. Charges shall not exceed the

cost of the items purchased for students.

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After you register, your courses are reserved for

you until your payment deadline. When we receive

your payment, your courses are locked in. If you

choose not to pay by the payment deadline, your

course reservation will be canceled, and you will

need to re-register. The College provides you with

three ways to pay for college credit courses: by

telephone, on campus and by mail.

Students registering for non-credit courses must

pay at the business services office at each campus.

Some continuing education courses are payable

through the office sponsoring the course. See the

college schedule for details.

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The easiest way to pay for college credit courses

is directly through the Touch-Tone telephone regis-

tration system. You have two options: pay by credit

card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card) or pay by

financial aid. You can pay through the Touch-Tone

system at any time after you register, but remember,

if you choose to delay your payment it still must be

received by the deadline to lock in your schedule.

If you pay by financial aid and the operator

says, “No aid on file,” please contact a campus enroll-

ment services office for further service.

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You may pay your tuition and fees at the

business office on any Florida Community College

campus. On campus, you can use cash, check,

money order or credit card (Visa, MasterCard or

Discover Card) to pay your fees.

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Pay by mail instructions and forms are printed

in each college schedule.

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When a sponsoring agency or organization has

agreed in writing to reimburse FCCJ for the

registration fees and/or books for students, these

students are responsible for bringing a copy of the

authorization to any campus student aid office.

Once the student aid office has entered the

authorization into the computer, students must report

to registration and have the authorization pay for

their fees. If the sponsoring agency does not render

payment to the College in the prescribed manner,

the sponsored students will be liable for any charges

incurred on their behalf and will be billed by the

College. Students will be required to render payment

within 10 days of the billing date.

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FCCJ prohibits the registration of, release of

transcripts to, or the issuance of a certification of

completion or diploma to students whose accounts

with the College are delinquent. Students who fail to

pay short-term loans, veterans deferment or other

debt by the date established by the College may be

disenrolled or turned over to a collection agency and

will not be able to register and receive transcripts.

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Refunds for cancelled classes will be processed

automatically on a timely basis by the finance

department.

Students who wish to drop a class to receive a

refund or clear their financial aid must report to the

campus enrollment services office and complete a

drop card no later than five business days after the

beginning date of class or the date shown on the

registration receipt, whichever is later. No refund of

fees will be made on classes for which the fee is less

than $5, unless the College cancels the class.

If a veterans deferment is authorized and the

College cancels the class(es) or the registration of

students is cancelled, the deferment will be reduced

by the amount of the cancelled class(es) for students.

Amounts due the College will be deducted before

any check or credit memorandum to the credit card

account is issued.

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SSeemmiinnaarrss aanndd WWoorrkksshhooppss

As published in the announcement, workshops

or seminars which require special arrangements

may provide no refund of fees if participants cancel

after the time specified in the announcement.

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Refund checks or credit memoranda to credit

card accounts will be made in accordance with the

schedule established by the College.

Students paying part of their tuition with cash/

check and part by credit card will receive a credit

memoranda to their credit card account.

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Student financial aid assistance is made avail-

able from federal, state, private or institutional

sources. Depending upon the type of aid, eligibility

is determined by one or more of the following

factors: financial need, academic achievement,

disability and/or special talent. To be considered, all

students must submit the free application for federal

student aid each year and maintain satisfactory

progress. Minimum standards of progress for finan-

cial aid students are the same as for the general

student population. See previous section on “Standards

for Student Success.” There are many types of finan-

cial assistance offered at FCCJ, including grants,

loans, work programs and scholarships. Assistance

is provided without regard to race, sex or age.

Grants are financial aid awards not requiring

repayment.

Loans must be repaid and include interest.

Repayment usually begins shortly after a student

graduates, leaves school or drops to less than half

time attendance.

Work Programs allow students to work and earn

money to help pay for school. Some work programs

are based on financial need, others are not.

Scholarships are awarded based on academic

achievement, financial need and/or other criteria.

Talent Grants pay tuition and fees for students

who demonstrate outstanding talent or ability in a

specific area.

The free application for federal student aid is

used to determine eligibility for federal financial aid

and is also required for students interested in any

other type of aid, including scholarships. Students

should apply early, preferably by March 15. When

requesting aid from federal sources, students may

be required to provide documentation. Financial aid

transcripts are also required for each college pre-

viously attended even when no aid was received. It

takes approximately six weeks to process an appli-

cation and make an award.

To be eligible for federal financial assistance,

students must be enrolled in a college credit pro-

gram or an eligible vocational program. Eligible

vocational programs are listed in this catalog and

require 600 or more contact hours. Students

admitted under the following classifications are NOT

eligible for financial aid: special student, non-

degree-seeking, accelerated college, audit, early

admission, dual enrollment and international

student (F-1 Visa).

Application forms, brochures and handbooks

providing more specific information are available

for pickup at each of the campus enrollment services

office or by mail via the College’s Information

Center, 501 West State Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202

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Veterans benefits are a form of student aid

awarded to eligible individuals based on their

military service. There are currently five programs

provided under Title 38 of the United States Code

which authorizes payment of educational benefits to

eligible individuals.

Chapter 30 — New GI Bill — members of the

armed forces who entered active duty for the first

time after June 30, 1985.

Chapter 31 — Disabled Veterans — members

having a service-connected disability which entitles

them to veteran compensation.

Chapter 32 — Veterans Educational Assistance

Program (VEAP) — members who initially entered

service after Dec. 31, 1976.

Chapter 35 — Survivor and Dependents —

sons, daughters, spouses and surviving spouses of

veterans who died in service, as a result of a service-

connected disability or became permanently and

totally disabled.

Chapter 1606 — Selected Reserve Program —

members of the selected reserve who are certified by

their unit commander and the VA.

A veterans representative is located in the

enrollment services office on each campus and at

the Martin Center for College Services to provide

forms and information pertaining to educational

assistance for veterans. The following action must be

taken once the veteran student has been admitted to

the College.

1. Complete the necessary applications at the

enrollment services office on any campus.

2. Provide copies of all DD214’s if applicable.

3. Provide a copy of marriage licenses, birth

certificates and divorce decrees, if applicable.

4. Provide a certificate of eligibility from VA, if

available.

Inquiries relating to benefits should be directed

to the VA agency that is providing the benefits. Once

students have been certified, they are required to

notify the campus enrollment services office each

time they make a change in enrollment.

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The College’s veterans affairs office will audit

all courses for enrolled students who are eligible to

receive benefits. There are restrictions as to the pro-

grams and courses for which students will be certified.

1. Students may only be certified for programs,

courses and terms approved by the state approv

ing agency.

The declared program of study must be the same

on both the College’s record and the student’s

official Veteran Affairs file. Students must follow

the program of study outlined in their gradua-

tion status sheet and can only be certified for

courses which are required for graduation.

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3. Students cannot be certified for an audit

course, a course for which they have previously

received credit or the repeat of an “I” grade

within one year.

4. Non-punitive grades will be reported to the

Department of Veterans Affairs and will affect

the previously submitted certification within a

given term.

5. Veteran students must achieve satisfactory

academic progress in order to continue to be

certified. Unsatisfactory progress must be

addressed with an academic counselor before

certification can be resumed. Minimum stan-

dards of progress are the same as for the general

student population. See previous section on

“Standards for Student Success.”

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Veterans in vocational programs are allowed

two days of unexcused absences per class per calen-

dar month. Excused absences are those occurring

for the reasons cited hereafter and officially accepted

by the director of student aid.

1. Personal Illness — Must be supported by a

physician’s signed statement on letterhead

stationery, specifying the dates the student was

incapable of attending classes.

2. Death in Family — Pertains to death of a

parent, spouse, children, brothers or sisters

only. Must be supported by valid evidence that

indicates date of death and relationship of

deceased person to the veteran.

3. Jury Duty — Must be supported by a document

from the court showing dates of jury service.

Documentation of excused absences must be

submitted no later than the 10th calendar day of the

month following the month in which the absences

occurred. All unexcused absences are reported to

the Veterans Administration. Partial days of absence

are converted to full days. Veterans reported for

failure to attend class will be contacted by the

college veterans affairs office. Without a satisfactory

explanation and immediate resumption of atten-

dance, veterans will be reported to the VA as having

terminated attendance in that course. Individuals

reported for excessive absence will be eligible for

recertification at the

beginning of the following term

providing other enroll

ment criteria are met.

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Short-term loans are available to students with

documented need and ability to repay. Students

must have no other source of funds with which to

meet temporary costs of education. One deferment

of tuition charges per year is available for veteran

students who qualify. The VA deferment and short-

term loan due date is determined as follows.

1. If the term is at least 60 calendar days in

length, the obligation must be cleared no later

than 60 calendar days from the beginning date

of the term.

2. If the term is less than 60 calendar days, the

obligation must be cleared no later than 10

calendar days from the end of the term.

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If the date falls on a Saturday, Sunday or

holiday, it may be paid the next work day.

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The InVEST program is a cooperative effort by

FCCJ, the health and business communities, and

other agencies to recruit individuals 18 years of age

or older into non-credit vocational training pro-

grams. The program is designed to provide support

and encouragement for adults who are educa-

tionally or economically disadvantaged. Assistance

and services that the program offers include: tuition,

transportation and other financial assistance; career

advising; assistance with registration for vocational

classes; TABE testing and voca

tional assessment;

services to students with disabilities;

and financial aid

advising. Program availability is subject to continued

funding through the Carl Perkins Vocational and

Applied Technology Act of 1998. For more information

call 633-8189 or 633-8398 at Downtown Campus

or 766-6701 or 766-6689 at North Campus.

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The federal government's Taxpayers Relief Act

of 1997 (TRA ’97) provides new tax benefits to help

families meet the cost of post-secondary education.

The TRA '97 contains the Hope Scholarship Tax

Credit for students in the first two years of post-

secondary (college and vocational) education and

the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit for other students.

Because each person's tax situation is unique,

students interested in these tax credits should consult

their tax advisor to determine eligibility. More

information can also be obtained by calling the IRS

at (800) 829-1040 and asking for IRS publication

970 or logging on to the IRS website at

www.irs.ustreas.gov or U.S. Department of Educa-

tion website at www.ifap.ed.gov.

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There are a few things that you can do to help

your college experience go more smoothly for you.

Check off the following items as you complete them.

❏ Walk around the campus and find out where

your classes will be meeting. This will keep you

having having to hurriedly look for them the

first day of class and risk being late.

❏ Locate the nearest parking lot to your classes

and save time by parking there. Parking lots are

crowded at the beginning of the term, so get

there early to get the spot you want.

❏ Check the bus schedule if you aren’t driving to

school, and make sure you can make connec-

tions to get to your first class on time.

❏ Keep your book receipt and don’t mark in your

books, so if you end up changing your schedule,

you can return those books.

❏ Be on time for class. First impressions count

with instructors, so you might even want to be a

little early. Try to sit in the center and front, so

you can see what is written on the blackboard.

And remember to take notes. Instructors can go

over some important information that first day

that they may not mention again.

❏ Study the class syllabus. The syllabus outlines

class activities for the term, the name of the

textbook, any special projects or assignments,

the instructor’s attendance policy and grading

policy and due dates for tests and other

assignments. It’s important that you get a copy

of the syllabus for each of your classes and that

you are there when the instructor reviews it. If

you don’t understand something, that’s the time

to ask questions and get things straight.

❏ Accept the fact that you’re likely to feel some

anxiety about beginning your college career.

This is a natural feeling, shared by your fellow

students and one that can be minimized by

adequate preparation.

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❏ I attended college credit classes at FCCJ several

years ago. Do I need to complete another

application for admission?

No, check with the campus enrollment services

office to update your records and prepare for

registration.

❏ I don’t care anything about receiving credit for

my class. Do I still have to complete an application?

Yes, then you may enroll and audit the class.

❏ What is the difference between degree seeking

and non-degree seeking?

FCCJ offers two kinds of college credit degrees

for degree seeking students — the associate in arts

(A.A.) and the associate in science (A.S.). A.A.

students who want to transfer to a four-year college

or university receive an A.A. degree. Students who

want to obtain a two-year degree in a specified area

of expertise receive an A.S. degree. Non-degree

seeking students are not trying to obtain a degree.

They may be taking classes for work advancement,

to transfer credit back to another college or for

personal enrichment.

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❏ Where do I have my transcripts from another

institution sent?

Have them sent to: Florida Community College

at Jacksonville, Student Records Office, 501 W. State

St., Jacksonville, FL 32202-4030.

❏ How do I get a transcript sent to another institu-

tion/employer?

Fill out transcript request forms in the campus

enrollment services office. If you are going to

another college or university, transcripts can be

requested by phone.

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❏ Where do I go for information on financial aid?

Contact the enrollment services office on the

campus you plan to attend.

❏ Does FCCJ provide scholarships for students?

Yes, contact the enrollment services office on

the campus you plan to attend.

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❏ When is college-credit registration?

Refer to the dates listed in the College credit

class schedule (available in the campus enrollment

services office).

❏ May I register if I haven’t gotten my transcripts

from another institution/high school/Navy/etc.?

It’s not a problem, if it’s your first term enrolling.

But if they are not received by the end of the term,

you cannot register for subsequent terms. In this case,

you will be notified and will need to continue to fol-

low-up until all of your transcripts have been received.

You may not qualify for financial aid, however, until all

transcripts are received and evaluated.

Tips for Success and Answers to Questions

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❏ May I register at one campus for classes at

another campus?

You may register for any class at any campus;

you can also do this by Touchtone telephone. (See the

special section in the College credit class schedule.)

❏ When is the last day to register?

Refer to the College credit class schedule or

check with the campus enrollment services office.

❏ When does the term start and end?

Refer to the College calendar listed in the catalog.

❏ How can I get a catalog? An application? A

class schedule?

You may pick one up at any campus enrollment

services office or call 646-2300.

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❏ What are telecourses?

Telecourses are a form of independent study

broadcast on cable television. Each lesson is shown

at least twice a week. Students come to campus

three to four times during the semester to take

exams. A copy of the current schedule can be picked

up at any campus enrollment services office.

❏ What kinds of telecourses are offered?

Courses are listed in the College credit class

schedule, and are available in the enrollment

services office at all campuses.

❏ How do I register for a telecourse?

Apply and register just like any college credit class.

❏ Where do I get my books?

Textbooks are available at any campus bookstore.

❏ Where do I take my telecourse test?

You can take the test at the campus where your

instructor is located or at an alternative test site. (Call

your professor for alternative locations.)

❏

Where do I view the videotapes for my telecourse?

If you miss viewing them at their regularly

scheduled time on cable TV, you can view them at

the learning resources center on any campus.

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❏ How long do you have to live in Florida to be

considered a resident?

You must live in Florida 12 consecutive months

prior to the first day of classes to qualify as a resident.

❏ If my spouse is in the military, do I qualify for in-

state tuition?

If your spouse is stationed in Florida on active duty,

you and your dependents qualify for in-state tuition.

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❏

How do I drop a class in order to obtain a refund?

Complete a drop card before the deadline

listed in the FCCJ catalog. You may also drop

classes by Touchtone telephone if it is during the

telephone registration period.

❏ When will I get my refund?

You will receive your refund within four to six

weeks. Checks are not processed until after the drop

deadline. If you paid with a charge card, your card

will be credited, otherwise you will receive a check.

❏ When is the last day to drop a class?

Refer to the College calendar listed in the catalog.

❏ If I miss the drop deadline, can I get my money

back?

Obtain an appeal form from the dean of

student affairs office on your campus to request a

refund, if you feel the circumstances warrant it.

❏

My class was cancelled. How do I get my refund?

Refunds are mailed automatically unless you

❏ Why was my class cancelled?

Usually a class is cancelled when too few stu-

dents enrolled in that particular class.

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❏ How much do books cost?

Books vary in price, but $15 per credit hour is

a good benchmark.

❏ When does the bookstore buy back books?

This varies from term to term; check with the

bookstore.

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❏ Where do I get a parking decal?

Decals are available at the campus security

office.

❏ Where do I pay my parking fine?

Pay it in the campus business affairs office.

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❏ Who can I contact if I don’t know what to do to

resolve a problem?

Contact a counselor or adviser within the

campus student affairs office. They are specially

trained to answer such questions and to help you

obtain the assistance you need.