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Admissions
American College Test Admission to the college does not necessarily admit a student to all programs. Prerequisites are required for admission to the following curricula: A. ENGINEERING, COMPUTER SCIENCE: two units of algebra, one unit of plane geometry, and one unit of trigonometry (or advanced math). B. PHYSICS, CHEMISTRY, AND MATHEMATICS: two units of algebra, one unit of plane geometry, and one unit of advanced math. C. ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY: one unit of algebra, one unit of plane geometry, and D. HEALTH: Nursing candidates need two units of mathematics (Algebra land higher), two units of laboratory science (must include chemistry). Because of limited enrollment, nursing candidates are selected by a special committee. Students with a high school average of 3.6 or higher and/or an ACT composite score of 25 or higher and/or a SAT composite score of 1140 or higher will be given priority by the admission committee. Students are encouraged to apply early. E. AUTOMOTIVE: ACT math score of 20 or greater and English & Reading scores of 17 or greater. Students who do not meet or exceed these scores may enroll in the appropriate developmental math, English, and/or reading courses. Successful completion of required courses is necessary for applicants to be considered for admission. F. DENTAL HYGIENE: The dental hygiene program is a limited enrollment program which admits one class each fall semester. Admission requirements include the following: (1) Enhanced ACT composite (or SAT equivalent composite score 840-860) score of 20 or better. Individuals who took this test prior to October 1, 1989 may meet this requirement with composite ACT score of 18 or better. (2) High school grade point average of 3.0 or better on a 4.00 scale. Individuals who have completed high school requirements via GED must have a score of 40 on each of the GED tests or an average score of 45. (3) Have completed one unit of high school or college algebra. If the individual's math score on the enhanced ACT is 15 or less, then the individual must take and pass an elementary college math course. (4) Have completed and passed with letter grade of "B" or higher, a minimum of 2 high school science courses including Chemistry. or Students whose ACT scores do not meet the above outlined criteria may be considered for admission to the dental hygiene program by meeting the following requirements: (1) Have completed 12 hours college credit with a minimum grade of "C" in each course at an accredited institution of higher learning within the past five years. These courses must include Chemistry and Biology. (Development or remedial courses will not be considered). (2) Have completed one unit of high school or college algebra. If the individual's math score on the enhanced ACT is 15 or less, then the individual must take and pass an elementary college math course. (3) Have completed requirements for a high school diploma or met GED requirements (score of 40 on each test or achieved an average score of 45). G. PARAMEDIC SCIENCE: The Technical Studies Paramedic Science Certificate Program is a limited enrollment program which admits one class each fall semester. Admission requirements are the following: (1) Current EMT-B Certification. H. RESPIRATORY CARE TECHNOLOGY & SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY: The associate of science degree program in Respiratory Care Technology and Surgical Technology are cooperative programs offered by Carver Career and Technical Education Center in Malden, West Virginia, and West Virginia University Institute of Technology. It is a limited enrollment program which admits one class of students each fall semester. Admission requirements include the following: (1) Graduation with a high school diploma or GED. (2) Successful completion of the Psychological Services Bureau of Health and Occupations entrance examination and a personal interview (conducted by Carver Career and Technical Education Center. Contact Carver at (304) 348-1965 for test dates and location). (3) ACT composite (or SAT composite 840) score of 20 or better. Individuals who took this test prior to October 1, 1989 may meet this requirement with composite score of 18 or better. ACT score of 17 or better is required in the English and reading areas. (4) Two units of high school or college math courses: Algebra I and/or higher with a "C" or better. (5) Two lab sciences in high school or in college, one of which must be chemistry, with a "C" or better. Other lab sciences preferred: biology or physics. or Students whose ACT scores do not meet the above outlined criteria may be considered for admission to the program by successfully completing: (1) Successful completion of the Psychological Services Bureau of Health and Occupations entrance examination and a personal interview (conducted by CCTEC). (2) Twelve hours of college credit (with a minimum grade of a "C" in each course) from an accredited institution of higher learning within the past five years. These courses must include chemistry and/or biology. (Developmental or remedial courses will not be considered.) (3) One unit of high school or college algebra with a grade of "C" or better. If the individual's math score on the ACT is 15 or less, Math 030 or its equivalent must he taken and passed with a grade of "C" or better. Submission of a completed physical examination form is required prior to the start of classes. Prospective students are encouraged to first contact Carver Career and Technical Education Center no later than January 15 to arrange to take the Psychological Services Bureau of Health and Occupations entrance examination. Call (304)348-1965 or write Respiratory Care Technology Director or the Surgical Technology Director, Carver Career and Technical Education Center, 4799 Midland Drive, Charleston, WV 25306. American College Test (ACT)Entering freshmen must take the American College Test (ACT) or the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and have scores sent directly to W. Va. Tech before admission is approved. If the student is unable to sit for the ACT test, the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) may be submitted. ACT and SAT are given at designated centers throughout the United States. information bulletins and registration forms for the ACT and the SAT are available in the high school or by writing to American College Testing Program, Box 168, Iowa City, Iowa 52240. For information on the SAT test write to Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ 08541. Admission of Transfer StudentsTransfer students are accepted for each semester or summer term. One month prior to a registration period, the student must be accepted for admission. Documents required are as follows: 1.
Application for admission Leonard C. Nelson College of EngineeringStudents will be considered by the College of Engineering Admissions Committee on a space available basis if they meet the following criteria: 1. Have a minimum grade point average of 2.00 overall and
in professional courses (math, physics, chemistry and engineering). College of Business, Humanities, and Sciences, and Community and Technical CollegeTransfer students may be admitted in the following three ways: 1. In good standing. A
transfer student must present a cumulative grade average of C (2.00) or higher
to be accepted in good standing. 1-30 semester hours
completed 31-60 semester hours completed 61-90 semester hours completed 91 and above hours completed 3. On academic probation by special committee action. A transfer student with an average less than indicated above may be accepted by committee action if circumstances justify special consideration. The student shall prepare a statement to send with the application indicating pertinent data as to why an exception is justified. All credits, grades and quality points shall be entered on the permanent record card of transfer students. D grades will be accepted from all accredited four year and community colleges. Students transferring from non-accredited colleges will receive credit only for those courses in which a grade of C or higher has been earned. In sequence courses, however, a D grade will be accepted if followed by a grade of C or higher. Seventy-two semester hours of college-parallel courses will be accepted from accredited junior colleges or those under the West Virginia system of higher education. If the college is not regionally accredited but has approved status, only 64 hours will be accepted. Evaluation of transfer credits will be made by
the Director of Admissions and/or the Registrar. Back to top Admission by GED TestTech will admit students who are not high school graduates if they earn adequate scores on the General Educational Development Test. To be eligible to take the GED test, the applicant must be 19 years of age or past the age attained if the applicant remained in high school until graduation. Also, the applicant must have been out of school for a period of one year preceding application for the test. The minimum scores for admission to Tech are: a standard score of 40 on each of the five tests or an average standard score of 45 on all five tests. To be approved for admission, an applicant must file an application, have an official copy of the GED test sent to the Office of Admissions, and take the American College Test or the Standard Aptitude Test. Advanced Admission of High School Juniors and Seniors (Part Time)Students may earn up to 12 semester hours toward a degree at this college prior to high school graduation. To be eligible for advanced admission, a student must (1) complete an application for advanced admission; (2) submit a high school transcript and ACT or SAT scores; (3) have completed the sophomore year of high school; (4) have earned a minimum average of B (3.00) for all high school courses attempted; and (5) he recommended by the school guidance counselor of the high school attended. Students selected for advanced admission may enroll for any freshman level class upon approval of the Registrar. Juniors may enroll during the summer session. Seniors may enroll during the regular school year, but their classes will be limited to those that do not interfere with regularly scheduled high school subjects. Students enrolled under this program will receive grades and quality points as earned. Transcripts will he forwarded to any other college upon request of the student; however, the acceptance of these credits toward a degree will be determined by the individual college. Cost of tuition and fees will be the same as those for regular college students. Advanced Admission of High School Seniors (Full Time)High school students who wish to spend their senior year at Tech may apply for advanced admission as a full-time student. To be eligible for this program, a student must (1) complete an application for advanced admission as a full-time student; (2) submit a high school transcript and ACT or SAT test scores; (3) have completed the junior year of high school; (4) have earned a minimum average of B (3.00) for all high school courses attempted; (5) be recommended why the high school guidance counselor of the high school attended; and (6) he approved for advanced admission as a full-time student by the principal of the high school attended. Students enrolled under this program will receive grades and quality points as earned. Transcripts will be forwarded to any other college upon request of the student; however, the acceptance of these credits toward a degree will be determined by the individual college. Cost of tuition and fees will he the same as those for regular college students. Admission of International StudentsInternational students applying for undergraduate admission must have their completed applications on file at least four months prior to their intended date of enrollment. Inquiries and application should be addressed to: Director of
Admissions Students applying should have completed the equivalent of a secondary education with higher than average grades. The "Test of English as a Foreign Language" is recommended for all students with a native language other than English. A score of 500 or above is usually considered adequate for admission. Applications for this test should be addressed to: TOEFL All documents received by the college in connection with such applications for admission become the property of the West Virginia University Institute of Technology. Under no circumstance will they be duplicated, returned to the applicant, or forwarded to any agency or other college or university. Admission documents of applicants who do not enroll in the college may be destroyed after one year. Because Tech offers no elementary studies in English as a foreign language, only students with English proficiency are admitted. The students may be given a conditional acceptance provided they submit a TOEFL test score of at least 500. To be admitted, an international student must furnish a certificate of finance showing the ability to finance the entire cost of an education at Tech. It is estimated that each student will need a minimum of $6,500 for an academic year of two semesters and at least $2,500 for the summer months of May, June, July, and August. Auditing CoursesAny student wishing to audit a class must notify the Registrar of that intention during regular or late registration. No grades or credit are given; nor is the student required to take examinations. Credit by examination may not be requested on the basis of auditing a class. ReadmissionStudents in good standing who return to Tech after an absence of one or more semesters, not including the summer term, must apply for readmission. A Tech student suspended for one semester for academic reasons may be readmitted after at least one semester has elapsed by applying for readmission. Readmission to the college does not automatically mean readmission to a previous program. A student given a second academic suspension is usually not readmitted. However, the student may petition the Committee on Classification and Grades for readmission. The Committee will decide whether the student should return on the basis of academic ability, character, circumstances, and motivation. The student should present evidence of a change in circumstances or conditions which will support the application for readmission. If the Committee approves readmission, the student will return on academic probation and under whatever special circumstances the Committee may deem advisable. readmission to the college does not automatically mean readmission to a previous program
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