Policy Title: Admissions
Impact: Students
Responsibility:
Effective Date: 3/26/2008
Revised Date: 3/26/2014
Reviewed Date:
Relates to Procedure(s): 5.01
Legal Citation(s):
I. Policy Narrative:
North Idaho College accepts any student meeting minimum qualifications who can benefit from the credit-granting programs offered by the college. Eligibility and admissions requirements for all degrees are published in the college catalog.
II. Definitions:
- Degree-Seeking/Certificate-Seeking Students (matriculated students)
An official transcript from a high school or home school showing the date of graduation or a GED is required to gain admission to the college as a degree seeking student. - Non-High School Graduates (matriculated students)
A non-high school graduate may be admitted as a regular matriculating student upon passing the high school level General Education Development (GED) tests - Non-Degree/Non-Certificate Students (non-matriculated students)
As an alternative education path for those who choose not to progress towards a degree, students may enroll in courses for their personal enrichment. Applicants under the age of 16 must contact the Admissions Office for special admissions consideration. - Dual Enrollment Students
The Dual Enrollment program is available to academically-prepared students who are at least 16 years of age, have completed at least 50% of their high school requirements, and would like to complete courses at NIC concurrently. Eligibility requirements are published in the college’s catalog. - International Students
North Idaho College welcomes the enrollment of qualified international students. The college encourages meaningful participation in the education, social, and cultural activities of the local community. - Senior Citizens
Individuals 60 years of age or older, not seeking a degree or certificate, will be classified as senior citizens and may enroll in credit courses at a discounted rate.