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New Students
A new student includes first-time degree-seeking students, students transferring from another institution, and students who were concurrently enrolled in high school and college.
Detailed information about application, advising/registration, and payment deadlines for upcoming semesters/terms is available on the Registration page.
Note: Transcripts and test scores received by the admissions office will be deleted two years after their receipt date if the applicant has not enrolled.
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Limited Admission Health Programs
Some health science programs are limited admission programs and have additional requirements for enrolling, including:
- Associate Degree Nursing
- Dental Assisting
- Emergency Medical Science
- Radiography
- Respiratory Therapy
- Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate Nurses (RIBN)
If you are interested in one of these programs, visit the Health Sciences Admissions page for more information on how to apply.
Currently Enrolled Students
A currently enrolled student is a student who is enrolled in the current semester/term.
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Returning Students
A returning student is a student who was previously enrolled. Answer the following question to determine your path to reenrollment:
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Special Credit / Visiting Students
A special credit student intends to only take a few classes at WCC and does not plan to pursue a degree, diploma, or certificate with the college. Students typically choose this option if they are planning to take a small number of classes to either transfer to another college at which they have already been enrolled for professional development or to fulfill a special interest.
Detailed information about application, advising/registration, and payment deadlines for upcoming semesters/terms is available on the Registration page.
Note: Special credit students are not eligible for financial aid.
Note: Transcripts and test scores received by the admissions office will be deleted two years after their receipt date if the applicant has not enrolled.
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High School Students
Through Career & College Promise (CCP), qualified high-school-age students in North Carolina have the opportunity to take college courses, tuition-free, while they are in high school, allowing them to get a jump-start on their workplace and college preparation.
Adult Learners
Whether you’re looking for a career change, a promotion, or to finally finish that degree, we have the resources to help you succeed.
College & Career Readiness
The College & Career Readiness Division provides a range of instructional opportunities for adults who have not completed a high school credential or who are functioning below high school level to become literate; obtain knowledge and skills necessary for employment and self-sufficiency; complete secondary education; for parents, to obtain the academic skills necessary to become full partners in the educational development of their children; and, for persons whose native language is not English, to acquire English language proficiency.
Continuing Education Courses
Ongoing changes in technology, and career and job requirements, create the need for life-long learning for individuals in both occupational and vocational areas. The Workforce Development and Community Education Division is responsible for responding to these needs by providing services to individuals, organizations, businesses, and industries within Alleghany, Ashe, and Wilkes counties. Tailored to the needs of our service area, the courses range from basic skills to advanced courses in various technical fields. In addition, a range of vocational courses are offered that are designed to meet the needs and interests of the citizens of the region.