MEMORANDUM To: Prospective Dual Enrollment Students and Parents From: Ann Kelley-Spence, Enterprise State Community College Dual Enrollment Contact Thank you for your interest in dual enrollment courses offered by Enterprise State Community College (ESCC). Your decision to pursue college credit while in high school will give you a “jump start” on your postsecondary education and your career. Enclosed with this memorandum are several forms that you will need to complete before you can participate in a dual enrollment class: Accelerated Credit/Dual Enrollment Application for Admission (online applications are not accepted for Dual Enrollment) Certification of Eligibility for In-State Residency In addition to the above forms all students MUST complete a W9S Form. Listed below are instructions for completing the W9S. W9S Form - The IRS requires all educational institutions to have a correct social security number (SSN) or, if not eligible to obtain an SSN, an individual taxpayer identification number (ITIN) on file for all students. Educational institutions must file information about qualified tuition and related expenses (Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement) and to furnish a statement to you. Please read the following instructions before completing the W-9S Form. INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Download the fillable W-9S Form from our website - www.escc.edu, Admissions tab, forms - (Only fillable when using Internet Explorer or Google Chrome.) 2. Complete PART I of the W-9S Form and save it to your computer. THIS FORM MUST BE TYPED. HAND WRITTEN FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. NAME AND SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER MUST BE ENTERED AS IT APPEARS ON YOUR SOCIAL SECURITY CARD. 3. Send the W-9S Form to ESCC via ONE of the following methods: Email: w9sform@escc.edu Mail: Enterprise State Community College, Office of Admissions, ATTN: Joey Holley, P.O. Box 1300, Enterprise, AL 36331 Hand Deliver: Lurleen B. Wallace Hall (Student Center), Office of Admissions, ATTN: Joey Holley, 600 Plaza Drive, Enterprise, AL Also, please include a photo ID and an official transcript of high school grades. For high school students to enroll in dual credit courses, the following requirements must be met. Requirements are: 3.0 GPA and maintain for academic courses 2.5 GPA and maintain for technical courses All students must take the COMPASS test or have taken the ACT and meet the minimum cut scores. COMPASS can be taken at any ESCC/AAC location by appointment. Please return completed forms to your high school counselor or mail to: Enterprise State Community College (ESCC) P.O. Box 600 Enterprise, AL 36331 Attn: Ann Kelley-Spence I look forward to having you as a dual enrollment student with our college. If you have questions or need any assistance, please call (334) 347-2623, ext. 2208 or email akelley@escc.edu Enterprise State Community College will not officially award college credit to high school students until proof of high school graduation (an official transcript with a graduation date) or an official GED certificate. www.escc.edu • (334)347-2623 • 600 Plaza Dr • Enterprise, AL 36330 • facebook.com/weevils • @EnterpriseState Enterprise State Community College Alabama Aviation Center Dual Enrollment Application This application is for dual enrollment purposes. Once you have graduated high school, you must complete ESCC’s re-admit form to be admitted as a college student. Please Print Legal Name: First Middle Social Security Number Last Date of Birth / / Home Number ( ) - Cell Number ( ) - Mailing Address City State Zip Code Name of High School: Term: Fall EMAIL: Spring Summer Year: ______________ Current Grade Level 10th 11th 12th Expected High School Graduation YEAR_________________ If attending dual enrollment classes other than at your high school, check location below: Enterprise Ozark Mobile Albertville Andalusia Headland Mobile Other_____ Gender: Male Female Are you a United States Citizen? Yes Ethnicity: Are you Hispanic or Latino? Yes No Please choose one or more of the categories listed below: Race: Black Asian Native American Indian/Alaska White Hispanic Hawaiian/Pacific Islander No Are you a resident of the State of Alabama? Yes No Enterprise State Community College Equal Opportunity in Education It is the official policy of the Alabama State Department of Postsecondary Education and Enterprise State Community College that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity. Enterprise State Community College complies with non-discriminatory regulations under Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act; Title IX Educational Amendment; section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act; Americans with Disabilities Act. Any student requiring special accommodations under ADA should contact the College ADA Coordinator. I certify that the information contained in this application is true and correct. I understand any misstatement of facts may result in disapproval of this application or expulsion from Enterprise State Community College if discovered after admission. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ENROLLMENT AUTHORIZATION I, the student, understand the course(s) I am enrolling in is/are a college level class, and that the grade earned will appear on my permanent college transcript. I authorize Enterprise State Community College to enroll me in the course(s) listed below. I also understand and accept the high school equivalency listed. ESCC Course (e.g. ENG 101) Course Title High School course Equivalent Unit(s) _________________________ ___________________________ __________________________ ___________________ _________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________ _______________________ ___________________________ __________________________ ___________________ Student Agreement: I have read, understand and agree to the above statements and authorize (High School) ______________________________________________ to release my grade/transcripts to the college named above. _________________________________________ Student Signature _____________________________________ Printed Name _______________________ Date PARENTAL AUTHORIZATION I, the parent/legal guardin of this student, grant permission for my son/daughter to enroll in the coure(s) listed. I understand the unique character and rigorous requirements of the coure(s). I authorize __________________________________ High School to release my child’s grades/transcript to the college and to enroll my son/daughter in the course(s). ___________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature ________________________________________ __________________________ Printed Name Date PRINCIPAL/SUPERINTENDENT AUTHORIZATION The above student is authorized and recommended to enroll in the course(s) listed for the semester(s) noted. By signing the consent form I/designee have assessed the student’s preparedness to undertake college level studies in this subject and are recommending the student for attendance in the Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit program. I/designee have verified this student is enrolled in or has completed the 10th grade at _____________________________ High School and has a minimum cumulative 3.0 grade point average (2.5 if enrolling in career technical dual enrollment courses only) on a 4.0 scale in high school courses or in career/technical education courses directly related to the postsecondary technical courses in which the student intends to earn dual credit, if applicable. (Note: State Board of Education policy requires that dual enrollment or accelerated credit students be enrolled in grades 10, 11, or 12.) I hereby recommend that this student be admitted to the dual enrollment/dual credit program at Enterprise State Community College. __________________________________________________ Principal Signature Date ______________________________________________________ Superintendent Signature Date ******************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************** College President’s Signature_______________________________________________________ Date______________________________ FOR ESCC DUAL ENROLLMENT OFFICE USE ONLY Date Processed: ______________ Processed by: _____________ High School GPA: ___________________ Approved: _________________ Online applications are not accepted. THE ALABAMA COLLEGE SYSTEM CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY FOR IN-STATE RESIDENCY Student Name______________________________________________________ SSN____________________________ Street Address______________________________ City____________________________ State__________ Zip________ Home/Cell Phone ___________________ Birthday____/____/____ Semester Fall Spring Summer Year___________ In order to be eligible for in-state tuition, you MUST complete this form and fall into ONE or more of the following categories: 1. BE A LEGAL RESIDENT OF THE STATE OF ALABAMA: Yes No I (or my non-estranged spouse) have lived in the State of Alabama for at least 12 months immediately preceding my application for admission. I am a dependent student and my parent/legal guardian has lived in the State of Alabama for at least 12 months. 2. BE A NON-RESIDENT WHO MEETS THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR IN-STATE TUITION I am applying for consideration of in-state tuition for the following reasons: I (or my supporting spouse or parent) am a member of the United States Military on full-time active duty and is stationed in Alabama under orders for duties other than attending school. I (or my supporting spouse or parent) am an accredited member of a consular staff assigned to duties in Alabama. I (or my supporting spouse or parent) have full-time employment in Alabama and will start said employment within 90 days of my registration. I (or my spouse) am a full-time permanent employee of this institution. I reside in a county of a state which is within the 50-mile radius of the designated campus of this institution. Enterprise/Ft Rucker: FL (GA) Ozark: GA Seminole Ozark: FL Mobile: MS Mobile: FL Jackson Holmes Okaloosa Walton Washington Early Clay Miller Quitman Randolph Holmes George Escambia Jackson Green Santa Rosa Walton Harrison Washington Jackson Stone Early Perry 3. HAVE SUBSTANTIAL CONNECTIONS I have more substantial connections with the State of Alabama than with any other state. Check all that apply: I attended/graduated from an Alabama High School. I or my spouse/parents have paid Alabama State income taxes as a resident. I or my spouse/parents own a residence or other real estate in Alabama and have paid ad valorem taxes in the state. I am employed full time in the State of Alabama I have previous periods of residency in the state continuing for one year or more. I am a registered voter and have voted in Alabama. I possess a state or local license to do business or practice a profession in Alabama. I possess an Alabama license plate. I have maintained continuous physical presence in Alabama for a purpose other than attending school, excluding temporary absences for travel, military service, and temporary employment. I have membership in religious, professional, business, civic, or social organizations in Alabama I have maintained a checking account, saving account, investment account, or safe deposit boxes in Alabama. I have an in-state address shown on one or more of the following: Selective Service Registration Hunting or Fishing License Driver’s License Insurance Policies Last Will and Testament Annuities Retirement Plan Stock/Bond Registrations Auto Title Registration I understand that I may be asked to provide documentation to ENTERPRISE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE for items that I have checked. I agree to notify the college if there are any changes in the information submitted with this form. I understand that an out-of-state student cannot attain resident student status simply by attending school for 12 months in the State of Alabama. Signature_________________________________________________________ Date: _____________________________________ Dual Enrollment Authorization for Release of Records According to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), all rights of Access to students’ educational records transfer from the parents to the students when the students become 18 years of age OR are enrolled in a postsecondary education institution. To comply with the requirements of FERPA, Enterprise State Community College shall obtain written consent from students before disclosing any personally identifiable information from their education records. As a participant in the accelerated credit or dual enrollment programs, I understand that it is the responsibility of Enterprise State Community College to release this information. My signature further verifies my understanding that, as a student at Enterprise State Community College, I am subject to the same FERPA policies as other students at the College and that I understand the policy as outlined below: Enterprise State Community College shall obtain written consent from students before disclosing any personally identifiable information from their education records. Directory information will be released to inquiring individuals or agencies unless students sign a “Do Not Release Directory Information” form in the Admissions/Records Office during the first two weeks of the term. This form must be resubmitted annually. Directory information includes: (a) name (b) address (c) telephone listing (d) participation in officially recognized activities and sports (e) major field of study (f) weight and height of an athletic team member (g) dates of attendance (h) degrees/awards received (i) date of birth (j) most recent educational institution attended (k) photographs (l) enrollment status (m) e-mail address ______________________________________ Student’s Signature ________________ Date FERPA WAIVER The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 insures students of the right to privacy and confidentiality with respect to their educational records. With a student’s written consent, the Registrar (or designee) may disclose any confidential information on file to any individual or agency named by the student. This form is provided as a means for students to give the Registrar (or designee) permission to discuss their academic records with someone other than themselves (i.e., with a parent, guardian, etc.). This information can only be given in person, not over the phone or email. Written consent will be kept permanently on file, and the Office of the Registrar (or designee) will release information regarding the student’s academic record to those person(s) who have been designated on this form. If for any reason a student decides to cancel this release, he/she must submit a letter withdrawing the consent, indicate the person(s) affected, and send or deliver the written notice to: Enterprise State Community College, Office of the Registrar, 600 Plaza Drive, Enterprise, AL 36331. I hereby authorize the Registrar (or designee) to release information regarding my academic record to the person(s) whose name(s) appear below: Disclose to: Name (Print): Relationship to student: Disclose to: Name (Print): Relationship to student: Disclose to: Name (Print): Relationship to student: Academic Records consist of grades, transfer information, financial aid information, academic transcript and related records of academic standing. ______________________________ Student’s Name (print) ________________________ Student ID Student’s Signature Date _______________________________ ESCC Employee witness to student signature _________________________ Date