Skyline College Catalog 2011-2012 Program & course descriptions ...
Skyline College Catalog 2011-2012 Program & course descriptions ...
Skyline College Catalog 2011-2012 Program & course descriptions ...
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Admission (Step 1)ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSAdmission to <strong>Skyline</strong> <strong>College</strong> is governed by the lawsof the State and supplementary regulations as have beenprescribed by the Board of Trustees.The following persons are eligible to enroll in <strong>Skyline</strong><strong>College</strong>:Any high school graduate, OR• Any person possessing a GED or a California highschool proficiency certificate, OR• Any person 18 years of age or older who may benefitfrom instruction, OR• A high school student with special approval.New Student: Never enrolled in classes at <strong>Skyline</strong><strong>College</strong>, <strong>College</strong> of San Mateo (CSM) or CañadaContinuing Student: Enrolled for any of the past threeterms at <strong>Skyline</strong>, CSM or CañadaFormer (Returning) Student: Previously enrolled at Sky -line, CSM or Cañada, but not during the last three termsConcurrent Student: 9-12 grade level student concurrentlyenrolled at <strong>Skyline</strong>, CSM or CañadaADMISSION PROCEDURESNew Students: See the Five Steps to SuccessfulEnrollment chart on the opposite page.Former (Returning) Students: To reapply for admission,complete only Step 1 of the Five Steps to SuccessfulEnrollment chart on the opposite page, unless you arenotified otherwise.In addition to the Admissions Application, the followinginformation must be provided as shown below:Concurrent Students: Provide Concurrent EnrollmentRequest Form with parent and principal signatures certifyingapproval of college <strong>course</strong>s.Disabled Students: Contact the Disabled Students Officeat (650) 738-4280 for information about accommodationsavailable on campus. Submit an application for services.See “Disabled Students <strong>Program</strong>” under the <strong>Program</strong>sand Services section of this <strong>Catalog</strong> for more information.International Students: Submit an Admission Applicationand other documents requested. See “InternationalStudents” in the Admission section of this <strong>Catalog</strong> for moreinformation.Non-Resident Students: Students who have not beenCalifornia residents for a full year before the openingday of a term should see “Residence Requirements forAdmission” in the Admission section of this <strong>Catalog</strong>for more information about residency criteria and/or achange in status.Transfer Students: Submit official transcripts from othercolleges you have attended to the Admissions Office.Meet with a counselor to determine completion of prerequisitesand/or graduation requirements.Veterans: Submit Form DD-214 to the Office of Admis -sions to receive educational benefits.ADMISSIONS –SPECIAL PROGRAMSSpecial programs require an additional application as asupplement to the <strong>College</strong> Admissions Application. Eachspecial program has an application deadline date.Admission and program applications, as well as programinfor mation, are available online at www.Skyine<strong>College</strong>.edufrom the department website.Automotive Technology: The DAY Automotive Tech -nology <strong>Program</strong> is by special application only. No applicationis required for evening or weekend classes.Cosmetology: See “Cosmetology” in the AssociateDegree & Certificate <strong>Program</strong>s section of this <strong>Catalog</strong> formore information.Honors Transfer <strong>Program</strong>: Students are encouraged toapply for the program at www.smccd.edu/accounts/skyhon. See “Honors Transfer <strong>Program</strong>” in the <strong>Program</strong>s& Services section of this <strong>Catalog</strong> for more information.Respiratory Therapy: One class of students begins eachyear. Applications are due in spring for the Fall Semester.See “Respiratory Therapy” in the Associate Degree &Certificate <strong>Program</strong>s section of this <strong>Catalog</strong> for moreinformation.Surgical Technology: This is a one year program thatincludes hospital rotations. Applications are due in springfor the Summer Session. See “Surgical Technology” in theAssociate Degree & Certificate <strong>Program</strong> section of this<strong>Catalog</strong> for more information.Varsity Athletics: A student must adhere to the CaliforniaCommunity <strong>College</strong> Constitution and Bylaws and CoastConference eligibility rules and regulations. Contact thePhysical Education/Athletics & Dance Division to com -plete an eligibility form. See “Athletics” in the <strong>Program</strong>s &Services section of this <strong>Catalog</strong> for more information.CHOICE OF COLLEGEResidents of the District may elect to attend <strong>Skyline</strong><strong>College</strong>, <strong>College</strong> of San Mateo or Cañada <strong>College</strong>. In theevent the capacity of a class or classes at one college isreached, students may be advised to enroll at one of theother colleges. Academic major and date of applicationwill be considered if such diversion becomes necessary.A D M I S S I O N2 011 – 2 012 C A T A L O G w w w. S k y l i n e C o l l e g e . e d u13