Here are the steps to getting started:
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Complete your
FREE
application online
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No essays
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No application fee
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10-15 minutes to complete
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For students transferring, submit all
previous college transcripts.
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In order for students to receive credit for prior coursework, we need official transcripts on file.
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Meet with a Gateway Academic Advisor to help answer any questions you may have.
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Your Academic Advisor will be your guide throughout your collegiate career with COTC
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Submit your official high school transcripts to determine if placement assessment is needed. Students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher may be exempt from placement testing.
- Take the ACCUPLACER assessment
to identify which courses you should take. ACT/SAT scores or college credit may waive this requirement.
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We encourage students to prepare for the ACCUPLACER assessment. Visit www.cotc.edu/accuplacer to access resources to ensure you put your best foot forward when taking the ACCUPLACER assessment.
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Attend an orientation and register for your classes!
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During orientation, you will learn about the resources your campus offers you to be successful and register for your COTC classes.
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See upcoming orientations dates
here
Have questions? Please contact us at one of our four campus locations (see interactive map below) or email us at:
cotcgateway@cotc.edu
Upcoming Semester Starts:
Summer Semester - May 15, 2017
Autumn Semester - August 22, 2017
Spring Semester - January 8, 2018
