IỊisaġvik College has an open admissions policy and welcomes applications from all prospective students who desire to attend and can demonstrate the ability to benefit from programs offered by the college. Admission to the college does not guarantee admission to a specific program. For entrance into degree and certificate programs, see the section below.
Admissions into a Certificate or Degree Program
To be admitted into a degree or certificate program, the applicant must show the potential to succeed in the program. This potential is demonstrated by obtaining a high school diploma or GED prior to college admission. Exceptions to the degree requirement may be made for “non-traditional” students who show the potential to succeed in a program. A high school diploma or GED is, however, required for eligibility for financial aid.
Students may apply for admission to IỊisaġvik at any time throughout the year, but each semester has a deadline to admit students, which is published in the Academic Calendar at the beginning of this catalog. Some programs in vocational fields have limited enrollment. Students seeking priority admission are encouraged to apply at least one month before the start of the term. Students who transfer from another college or university are advised to apply at least two months before the term in which they wish to enroll to allow for evaluation of their transfer credits.
Catalog Year
Students who have been accepted into a certificate or degree program must either meet the requirements specified in the catalog at the time of admission to the program or the catalog at the time of graduation.