2016-2017 Admissions Application
Admission requirements for all students
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No barriers exist in meeting high school graduation requirements.
No documented pattern of behavior or discipline problems.
Junior class standing at the time of program entrance.
Passed all five sections of OGT test.
Attend a College Credit Plus Meeting and submit paperwork before deadline.
Must be able to provide own transportation. No busing will be available.
Admission recommendations for full admission
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GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
COMPASS / ACCUPLACER or ACT scores reflect that the student is college ready.
Reading
Writing
Math
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COMPASS /ACCUPLACER
80 or better
E-write of 8 or better
Algebra 52 or better
ACT
18 or better Reading
18 or better English
21 or better Mathematics
Attendance records are positive (less than 15 total days for the three previous semesters or a 95% attendance rate).
Positive recommendation from a high school counselor, principal or teacher(s).
A grade of “C” or better in Algebra I and Geometry, or equivalent mathematics courses.
A grade of “C” or better in Earth Science and Biology, or equivalent science courses.
Admission recommendations for provisional admission
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COMPASS / ACCUPLACER or ACT scores reflect that the student is college ready.
Reading
Writing
Math
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COMPASS/ ACCUPLACER
80 or better
Place into Math 0074
ACT
18 or better Reading
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High School grades of B or better in BOTH English 9 AND English 10 AND
must earn a final grade of C- or better in ENGL 1110
Pre-Algebra 61 or better
OR 19 or better Mathematics
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High School grades of B or better in BOTH Algebra I AND Geometry or equivalent AND
Must pass math boot camp with C or better in first 3 weeks of Junior year AND
must earn a final grade of C- or better in Math 1110
Attendance records are positive or explained by counselor as being “situational” or beyond the student’s control.
Recommendation of high school counselor, principal, or teacher(s) that provides insight/reasoning as to why
academic performance did not meet program admissions standards.
A grade of “C” or better in Algebra I and Geometry, or equivalent mathematics courses.
A grade of “C” or better in Earth Science and Biology, or equivalent science courses.
Provisional students must agree to actively participate and show potential in an academic enhancement program.
Academic deficiencies are the responsibility of the student and must be completed prior to start of the 2nd year of
the program. This would include courses such as: Health, Phys. Ed, and requirements unique to the student’s
residency associate school. Financial responsibility for correction of deficiencies rest with the student or student’s
parents.
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Special Considerations
Non-traditionally educated students from an accredited (home school, charter school, ECOT, etc.) program/
institution will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Transcripts for these students will be evaluated by their
residency associate school to determine eligibility for College-NOW minimum entry requirements.
Application Instructions
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Go to the Pioneer website: www.go2pioneer.com
a. Click “ENROLL” on the left hand side,
Click “HIGH SCHOOL” (You may need to allow popups on your computer)
b. Click “Fill out an application” and complete all sections.
c. Read over the terms agreement at the bottom and click “I agree” in both places.
d. Click “Submit application for enrollment” button.
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Click the link that says “Please click here to open the required form”
Once the “Parental Consent Form” displays on the screen, YOU MUST PRINT THE FORM, complete it, have
a parent/guardian signature, and then TURN IT IN TO YOUR HIGH SCHOOL GUIDANCE COUNSELOR.
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Return to the Required Forms Link
Click on “College NOW – Business Administration resource page” where you will find the following:
a. Print and complete the College NOW - Business Administration Application and mail it to Rita Wiening at
the address indicated. (Last two pages only)
b. Print out the counselor form, complete the top portion, and give the form to your school counselor.
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Submit ACT Scores with Application
OR
call North Central State College at 419-755-4764 to schedule your COMPASS college placement test. Most
students take this test in April after receiving their Pending Status admissions letter.
Please study for this exam especially the MATH portion. (You may refer to the study guide at http://www.collegenow.org/resources/compass-act-testing to help prepare for the test.)
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Attend a College Credit Plus (CCP) Meeting. Parent and student are required to attend the meeting to sign intent
forms to be considered for College Credit Plus! Meeting is held at Pioneer on Tuesday, Feb23rd at 6:00 pm.
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If you do NOT meet all of the “Full Admission” entry criteria please call 419-347-7744, ext. 42715 or email
rwiening@ncstatecollege.edu to schedule your interview with Rita Wiening, College-NOW Business Facilitator.
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Social Security Number
Ms.
Mr.
First Name
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Home Street Address
City
Last Name
State
Home Phone
Date of Birth (mo/day/yr)
Parent Cell Phone
Parents Email Address
Student Status:
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Zip Code
Informal Name
Associate School
Dates You Have Lived In Ohio (choose one)
Birth to Present (
(required)
from (mo/yr)________
to (mo/yr)________
New – College NOW student ( x )
In order to facilitate the processing of your application and to provide statistical information required by state and federal
government agencies, the College is requesting that each application provide the following information. Your decision to
answer the following questions is optional and will in no way influence your admissions status. This information will be held
confidential and is used only for statistical research.
Gender:
Are you married?
Female (
Yes
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Male (
No (
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Are you a U.S. Citizen? Yes
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No ( )
If you are not a U.S. citizen, please complete the following:
Country of Birth:
________________________________
Non Immigrant:
( ) Indicated expected or current visa type: ________
(e.g: F-1, J-1, etc)
Permanent Resident: ( ) Indicate alien/file number A:_____________________
Race: Please choose at least one of the following:
White:
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Black/African American:
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Hispanic/Latino: ( )
American Indian/Alaska Native: ( )
Asian American: ( )
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander:
Please indicate your MOTHER’S and FATHER’S highest educational level
MOTHER FATHER
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Did not complete high school
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Graduated from high school or earned G.E.D.
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Attended college but did not graduate
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Earned an associate’s degree (two year college)
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Earned a bachelor’s degree or higher
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What is your primary reason for attending College NOW at this time?
(you may select more than one if they apply)
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To gain skills necessary to obtain a job
To graduate with a two-year associate degree in Business Administration
To prepare for transfer to a four-year college in Business Administration
To gain college credit without the intent of pursuing Business Administration
Which of the following had the most influence on your decision to enroll in the College NOW program?
(please check only one)
( ) College-Now Faculty
( ) High School Guidance Counselor
( ) My parents
( ) My friends / other students (word of mouth)
( ) The Career Leader / Newspaper
( ) Other: _______________________________
Student Status:
Entering Fall Semester of year ___________
Intended Major Code:
( x )
AA- Associate of Arts in Business Administration
Expected Year of High School Graduation:
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Person to notify in case of an emergency:
Name: ______________________________
Phone Number: _________________
Relationship to student: _________________________________________________________
I verify that the information given on this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge and recognize that
deliberately giving false information can be grounds for withdraw from the College and College NOW program. I
also authorize the release of any enrollment and/or course attendance and grades information to my parents
(guardians), my high school, and the State Department of Education.
Student Signature: __________________________________
Date:_____________________
Parent’s Signature: __________________________________ Date:_____________________
Your application must be mailed to:
North Central State College
Kehoe Center
Attn: Rita Wiening
2441 Kenwood Circle
Mansfield, OH 44906
In addition to this application, students must
also apply online at www.pctc.k12.oh.us/
Questions? Call 877-818-7282 ext 42715
Received Date ___________________________
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