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 are available at other times by appointment. A counselor is also available to assist international students.

If you are applying to a credit program, submit a completed application to the Admissions office for the semester in which you wish to enroll. Early application is recommended to allow adequate processing time and to increase the likelihood of acceptance into programs with limited enrollment.

• Download the application for enrollment, which you may be fill out in your web browser. Then print, sign, and mail.
• Complete the application for admission form and submit it online.

Enrollment applications, official high school and/or college transcripts (with graduation date), change of major forms, readmission forms, and all financial aid documents must be received by this date to be accepted into a program and receive financial aid in sufficient time to see an advisor and register during late registration. Students who wish to register earlier should submit all documents at least two weeks prior to advising.  If you submit your enrollment application, change of major form, transcript, or financial aid information after this date, you may still register as a visiting (non-admitted) student. However, visiting students are not eligible to receive financial aid.

Use the “Change of Major/Application for Readmission” form if you meet one of the following conditions:

• Students who have previously applied to a degree, certificate or diploma program who intend to change their program of study.
• Students who have previously applied to a degree, certificate or diploma program who have ot enrolled in credit classes within the past 12 months.

Stop by the Admissions office to complete the form.

Step 1: Submit a completed application for enrollment or fill out a form online. Early application is recommended to allow adequate processing time and to increase the likelihood of acceptance into programs with limited enrollment.

Step 2: 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).

Step 3: Request that official college transcripts be sent to Durham Tech if you desire an evaluation for transfer credit. Note: If you submit an offical transcript documenting completion of a two-year or four-year college degree, you will not be required to submit a high school transcript.

Step 4: If you are an international student, you will need to schedule an interview with Durham Tech's international student advisor to review your immigration documents. Please call 919-536-7202 for an appointment.

Step 5: You will receive notification when you are officially accepted to Durham Tech. You will receive separate notification about acceptance in into the program of study that you applied to.

Step 6: You will receive notification of the dates, times, and locations for advising and registration. You can also view this information on the Advising and Registration page of the web site.

If you are applying for the Associate Degree Nursing, Clinical Trials Research Associate, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Pharmacy Technology, Practical Nursing, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology program you must complete the following admissions steps:

Step 1: Submit a completed application for enrollment or fill out a form online. Early application is recommended to allow adequate processing time and to increase the likelihood of acceptance into programs with limited enrollment.

Step 2: 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).

Step 3: Request that official college transcripts be sent to Durham Tech if you desire an evaluation for transfer credit. NNote: If you submit an offical transcript documenting completion of a two-year or four-year college degree, you will not be required to submit a high school transcript.

Step 4: Take a placement test. The COMPASS test is required for all students applying for limited-enrollment 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.

Step 5: Complete and return a Clinical Training Form.

Step 6: If you are applying to Associate Degree Nursing, Clinical Trials Research Associate, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Respiratory Therapy, or Surgical Technology, you must also complete two science prerequisites. Durham Tech courses that satisfy the biology prerequisite BIO 111; courses that satisfy the chemistry prerequisite are CHM 094, CHM 130/130A, CHM 131/131A, or CHM 151. You 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.
  

Step 7: If you are an international student, you will need to schedule an appointment with Durham Tech's international student advisor for a review of your immigration documents. Please call 919-536-7202 for an appointment.

Step 8: You will receive notification when you are officially accepted to Durham Tech. You will receive separate notification about acceptance in into the program of study that you applied to.

Step 9: You will receive notification of the dates, times, and locations for advising and registration. You can also view this information on the Advising and Registration page of the web site.

If you apply for a program too late to secure all the required supporting documents before the admission deadline, you may register for approved courses as a visiting student. Visiting students may not be eligible for financial aid or other benefits.

Admission to a credit program requires, at minimum, proof of high school, adult high school diploma program, or a general education equivalency certificate (GED) completion. This must be an official document showing your date of graduation. Students who have completed an associate or bachelor’s degree may substitute an official college transcript, which includes your graduation date, in place of a high school transcript. If you desire transfer credit, you must request official transcripts from postsecondary institutions you have attended. In addition, if you are applying for veterans' benefits, you must have all transcripts on file in order to be certified for benefits. More information about veterans' benefits can be found in the Veterans Educational Benefits section.

All transcripts and forms required for admission become the property of Durham Technical Community College and are not to be released to students.

If you have earned the high school equivalency diploma (GED), please submit an official copy of your test scores using the Durham Tech "Request for Transcript" form. If you have earned the GED in North Carolina, you should request a transcript from

            State GED Administrator
            Department of Community Colleges
            200 W. Jones Street
            Raleigh, North Carolina 27603-1337

If you are applying to a for credit program, you may be required to take a series of placement examinations. Test results are used to help you assess your current academic skills in relation to your interests and goals. This information helps to ensure you are placed in appropriate courses.

You may review the testing schedule by visiting the placement testing schedule web page.

If you need disability accommodations for testing should contact the Disability Services office at 919-536-7207.

After submitting an enrollment application and transcripts and taking the placement test (if required), you may request an appointment with an admissions counselor to discuss your proposed curriculum and career objectives.

If you are not a U.S. citizen, the international student advisor 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.

If you are applying for a student visa, you must come to campus for completion of requirements and placement testing before you can be accepted and before the international student advisor can issue your Certificate of Eligibility (I-20). Tests cannot be mailed outside the United States to prospective international students. You 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.

When you apply for a student visa, you must also submit evidence of financial resources adequate to support yourself throughout your 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.

If you are a permanent resident alien you are subject to the same considerations as citizens and may establish North Carolina residency in the same manner as other nonresidents. You are required to present documentation of your status to the international student advisor before being admitted to a curriculum program. All international students (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.

If you have questions or need assistance with immigration matters, please contact the international student advisor in the Admissions office as early as possible before your 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.

The Developmental Education program, within the Student Engagement and Transitions Department, provides an “open door” for admission to Durham Tech for students who find themselves underprepared for college-level work. Developmental Education, a preparatory program in academic skills, can help you enter your chosen curriculum with a good probability of success.

If you apply for a two-year arts, science, or technical degree; a one-year diploma program; or some certificate programs, you are required to take placement tests in reading, mathematics, and writing. If yoiur placement test scores fall below the required minimum established by the North Carolina Community College System, you must take the indicated Developmental Education courses. These courses must be taken before, or in some cases concurrently with, designated curriculum courses.

Developmental Education courses provide opportunities for improvement in the areas of English grammar and composition, mathematics, and reading as well as enrichment in study skills and personal and career development. These courses are designed to provide you with the ability to build a firm academic foundation for success in college and beyond.