Admission Policies and Requirements

Gogebic Community College offers a liberal "open door" admissions policy. In general, all high school graduates are considered for admission. Adult students may also be admitted after successfully passing a high school equivalency examination (such as the General Education Development Test). Adult students who have not graduated from high school and do not meet regular admission requirements but show ability to benefit from instructional offerings of the college may be admitted as special students upon the approval of the Dean of Student Services and the Admissions Committee.

Admission to specific courses and programs of study within the college will depend upon the student's preparation and readiness to succeed as determined by the Admissions Committee.

The college reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant who does not meet entrance requirements.

APPLYING FOR ADMISSION

Applicants for admission must complete an Application for Admission form and submit the following:

• Official transcript of high school grades, as well as any previous colleges attended, must be on file before final admission is granted to a degree or certificate program. Students taking individual courses for personal enrichment or upgrade of job skills are exempt from the transcript requirement.
• A $10 non-refundable application fee will be charged to all applicants and is a one-time only charge. The application fee does not guarantee admission to the college. The Dean of Students may, upon receipt of written request, waive the application fee for students with financial hardship.
• The MI Department of Education requires proof of residency for ALL students. Please provide a copy of a valid driver’s license or dated voter’s registration card or one of the following documents: a canceled rent check, property tax receipt, or a rental agreement.