Durham
Technical Community College operates under an “open door with guided
placement” policy. Admission to the college’s curriculum programs
is open to all students with a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Durham Tech offers programs of study leading to a degree, diploma, or
certificate in areas of business, health, general education, industrial
and engineering technologies, and public service. In addition, the college
offers the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees through
the University Transfer program and the Associate in General Education.
High school graduation or high school equivalency is required for admission
to all curriculum programs.
The admission process requires the initial application and transcripts of
secondary and postsecondary work. Health examinations, reference forms, and other documents
may also be required to participate in clinical or practical training
courses in certain programs. All admission documents become the property
of the college and are not to be copied for release to students or third
parties.
Placement in certain programs is limited, and the college emphasizes career
guidance. Through counseling conferences held before admission, applicants
may obtain assistance in setting realistic goals. Admission to some programs
may require developmental, preparatory, or prerequisite courses.
Durham Tech reserves the right to refuse admission to an applicant if
it appears that this action is in the best interest of the applicant and/or
the college.
Although potential students may apply any time, applicants are encouraged
to complete the admission process as early as possible. High school students
should apply early during their senior year.
Write or phone the Admissions office to obtain application forms and detailed
information about instructional programs or to set up an appointment to
talk with a counselor.
Call or write:
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Admissions Office |
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Durham Technical Community College |
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1637 Lawson Street |
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Durham, North Carolina 27703-5023 |
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919-536-7202 |
The Admissions office is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Mondays, Thursdays,
and Fridays and from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Counselors
may be seen at other times by appointment. An advisor is also available
to assist international students.
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| Application |
Applicants to credit programs should submit a completed
application to the Admissions office for the semester in which they
wish to enroll. Early application
is recommended to allow adequate processing time and to increase the
likelihood of entry into programs with limited enrollment.
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| Admissions
Application Deadline |
| Semester |
Last Date to
Complete Admission Steps
to be Accepted for the Semester |
| Fall 2009 |
August 3, 2009 |
Applications and Change of Major Forms must be submitted by this date to be accepted into a program and receive financial aid for the upcoming semester. Students submitting enrollment applications, change of major forms and transcripts after this date may still register as visiting (non-admitted) students. However, visiting students are not eligible to receive financial aid.
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| Application
for Readmission or Change of Major |
The “Application for Readmission or Change of Major”
form is to be used by a student who meets one of the following conditions:
- Applied for or been admitted to Durham Tech within the past 12 months
but has not enrolled in credit classes.
- Applied for or been admitted to Durham Tech within the past 5 years
AND has enrolled in credit classes.
Stop by the Admissions office to complete the form.
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| Admission
Steps: |
- Submit a completed application for enrollment
or fill out a form
online.
- Request that your official transcript from high school be sent to
Durham Tech. If you have earned the GED, submit an official copy of
your test scores (use the Durham Tech "Request
for Transcript" form).
- Request that official college transcripts
be sent to Durham Tech if you desire an evaluation for transfer credit.
Note: Applicants who submit an offical transcript
documenting completion of a 2-year or 4-year college degree will not
be required to submit a high school transcript. However, the high
school attended and the graduation date must be included on the application.
- For some programs, you will need to complete additional forms.
Your admissions counselor will provide you with these forms.
- If you are an international student, you will need to schedule
an interview with Durham Tech's international student advisor for
a document check. Please call 919-536-7202 for an appointment.
- You will receive a "Notice
of Acceptance" letter when you are officially accepted into
a program of study.
- You will receive notification of the dates, times, and locations
for advising and registration or view this information on the Career
Programs and University Transfer Students page of the web site.
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| Admissions
Steps for Limited-Number Health Programs |
Students applying for the Associate
Degree Nursing, Clinical Trials Research Associate, Occupational Therapy
Assistant, Pharmacy Technology, Practical Nursing, Respiratory Therapy
and Surgical Technology programs must complete the following
admissions steps:
- Submit a completed application for enrollment
or fill out a form
online.
- Request that your official transcript from high school be sent to
Durham Tech. If you have earned the GED, submit an official copy of
your test scores (use the Durham Tech "Request
for Transcript" form).
- Request that official college transcripts
be sent to Durham Tech if you desire an evaluation for transfer credit.
Note: Applicants who submit an offical transcript
documenting completion of a 2-year or 4-year college degree will not
be required to submit a high school transcript. However,
the high school attended and the graduation date must be included
on the application.
- Take the placement tests. This test
is required for all students applying for
limited number health programs regardless of previous educational
experience. If you need placement testing accommodations due to a documented disability, contact a disability services counselor by emailing counseling@durhamtech.edu or calling 919-536-7207 ext.1415.
- Complete and return a Clinical Training Form (this will be mailed
to you once your admissions application is received).
- Students applying to Associate Degree Nursing,
Clinical Trials Research Associate, Occupational Therapy Assistant
and Respiratory Therapy must also complete two science prerequisites:
Durham Tech courses that satisfy the biology prerequisite are
BIO 092 or BIO 111; courses that satisfy the chemistry prerequisite
are CHM 094, CHM 131/131A, or CHM 151. Students may also satisfy
the biology and chemistry prerequisite by documenting one of the
following:
- High school biology and chemistry courses (one high school unit
each) that are less than ten years old
by the time a student achieves the required scores on the placement
test OR completes all required developmental courses. Documented
courses must be completed with a “C” (numerical value
77) or better grade.
- College (post high school) courses in biology and chemistry.
Documented courses must be completed with a “C” or
better grade.
- An undergraduate or graduate degree in a biological science,
chemistry, or allied health area.
- If you are an international student, you will need to schedule
an appointment with Durham Tech's international student advisor for
a document check. Please call 919-536-7202 for an appointment.
- You will receive a "Notice
of Acceptance" letter when you are officially accepted into
a program of study.
- You will receive notification of the dates, times, and locations
for advising and registration or view this information on the Career
Programs and University Transfer Students page of the web site.
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| Late Applicants |
Students applying for a program too late to secure all
the required supporting documents before the admission deadline may
register for approved courses as special students. Special students
may not be eligible for financial aid or other benefits.
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| Transcripts |
Admission to a credit program requires a transcript
from a high school, an adult high school diploma program, or a general
education equivalency certificate program. This must be an official
transcript showing the date of graduation. Students who have completed
an associate’s or bachelor’s degree may substitute their
official college transcript, which includes the graduation date, in
place of their high school transcript. Students desiring transfer credit
must request official transcripts from postsecondary institutions they
have attended. In addition, students applying for veterans benefits
must have all transcripts on file in order
to be certified for benefits.
All transcripts and forms required for admission become the property
of Durham Technical Community College and are not to be released to
students.
Applicants who have earned the high school equivalency diploma in North
Carolina should request a transcript from:
State GED Administrator
Department of Community Colleges
200 W. Jones Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27603-1337

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| Academic Assessment/Course
Placement |
Applicants for credit programs may be required to take
a series of placement examinations. Test results are used to help students
assess their current academic skills in relation to their interests
and goals. This information provides a basis for placing students in
appropriate courses.
Applicants may review the testing schedule by visiting the placement
testing schedule web page.
Applicants who need disability accommodations for testing should contact
the Disability Services office at 919-536-7207.
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| Admissions
Conference |
After submitting an enrollment application, transcripts, and taking the placement
test (if required), applicants may request an appointment with an admissions
counselor to discuss their proposed curriculum and career
objectives.
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| International
Students |
An advisor for students who are not U.S. citizens is
available in the Admissions office to help with initial enrollment.
The international student advisor also issues student immigration forms
and assists with student immigration issues.
All students applying for student visas must come to the campus for
completion of requirements and placement testing before they can be
accepted and before the international student advisor can issue the
Certificate of Eligibility (I-20). Tests cannot be mailed outside the
United States to prospective international students. International students
are also required to submit official translations of documents demonstrating
previous education equivalent to high school graduation and to college-level
course work for evaluation of transfer credit.
All students applying for student visas must also submit evidence of
financial resources adequate to support themselves throughout their
educational program, including funds for health insurance coverage.
Durham Technical Community College has no financial assistance available
to satisfy tuition costs for students on student visas.
Permanent resident aliens are subject to the same considerations as
citizens and may establish North Carolina residency in the same manner
as other nonresidents. These students are required to present documentation
of their status to the international student advisor before being admitted
to a curriculum program. Any international student (nonimmigrant or
with permanent resident status) must submit immigration documents for
review by the international student advisor. Several visa categories
do not qualify a student for legal residency, regardless of the length
of time in North Carolina.
Students who have questions or need assistance with immigration matters
are encouraged to contact the international student advisor in the Admissions
office as early as possible before their planned enrollment. As required
by the United States Citizenship Immigration Services (USCIS), Durham
Technical Community College reports information about enrolled international
students through the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System
(SEVIS).
More information may be found on the Global Connections/International Students section of the web site.
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| Developmental
Studies |
The Developmental Studies program provides an “open
door” for admission to Durham Tech for students who find themselves
underprepared for college-level work. Developmental Studies, a preparatory
program in academic skills, helps students enter their chosen curriculum
with a good probability of success.
Students who apply for two-year arts, science, or technical degrees;
one-year diploma programs; and some certificate programs are required
to take placement tests in reading, mathematics, and writing. Any applicant
whose placement test scores fall below the required minimum established
by the college must take the indicated Developmental Studies course
work. These courses must be taken before, or in some cases concurrently
with, designated curriculum courses.
Developmental Studies courses are open to all students with a high
school diploma or its equivalent who wish to upgrade their basic skills.
These courses provide opportunities for improvement in the areas of
English grammar and composition, mathematics, sciences, computer applications,
and reading as well as enrichment in study skills and personal and career
development. These courses are designed to provide Durham Tech students
with the ability to build a firm academic foundation for success in
college and beyond.
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| Late Applicants |
Students applying for a program too late to secure all
the required supporting documents before the admission deadline may
register for approved courses as special students. Special students
may not be eligible for financial aid or other benefits.
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| Tuition and Fees Information |
Financial Aid Information |

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