Admissions Guide for New Students

Blue Ridge Community College follows an "open-door" admissions policy which means admission requirements are minimal. The basic steps for becoming an officially enrolled student in a degree, diploma, or certificate program include:

1. Select your Program of Study
2. Complete the Blue Ridge Community College Admissions Application or Returning Student Form
3. Have official copies of High School, GED/Adult High School, and College Transcripts mailed to the registrar's office
4. Take the Pre-Enrollment Placement Test , if necessary
5. Meet with your faculty advisor to select courses
6. Register online via Web Advisor
7. Pay tuition and fees
8. Purchase books and supplies
9. Attend one of the  New Student Orientation sessions
   (online students also need to attend a distance learning orientation)

Admissions Counselors are available in Student Services 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.  Monday through Thursday and 8:00a.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Friday.  Evening hours are available by appointment.   Call (828) 694-1800 for more information.

Allied Health programs have additional admissions requirements. These programs include:

• Associate Degree Nursing
• Surgical Technology

*Special Credit (non-degree seeking) students are not required to provide transcripts or take the Pre-enrollment Placement Test unless taking courses with English or math prerequisites.

Other Information You Might Find Useful

Financial Aid - many students receive financial aid while in school. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid and Foundation Scholarship applications are available in Student Services. Be sure to apply early!

Career Counseling - The JobLink Career Center in the Continuing Education Building (694-1755) provides career counseling.

Disability Services - provides assistance to students with documented disabilities. contact our Disability Services office in the Sink Building or by phone at (828) 694-1813.

Multi-Cultural Services - provides counseling staff to serve as a support system for multi-cultural students. contact the Director of Minority Services in Student Services or by phone at (828) 694-1808.

Transfer Counseling - provides support for students who have completed courses at another college or university who wish to transfer those credits and students who wish to complete courses at Blue Ridge and transfer to another college.

International Students - International Student have special requirements that govern their status.

North Carolina Residency - Residency requirements for in-state tuition.