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Johnson State College is committed to providing access to all students who can benefit from our services. The admissions staff reviews applicants' credentials on an individual basis assessing a wide range of academic and personal information, including transcripts, essays, letters of recommendation, standardized test scores and life experience.
Admission to the College
Applications are reviewed as credentials are received and students are notified of decisions throughout the year. The recommended filing date for fall admission is March 1. The recommended filing date for spring admission is December 1.
You may download an application in PDF format directly from the JSC website, or submit an electronic application from College Net at the address below.
www.applyweb.com/apply/jsc/menu.html
Send questions by e-mail to: www.jscadmissions@jsc.vsc.edu
For details regarding the External Degree Program (EDP): edpapply@jsc.vsc.edu
To apply electronically on our website go to: www.jsc.edu
Successful candidates for admission have generally completed a college preparatory curriculum consisting of the following courses:
• four years of English
• two years of mathematics (three years of college prep math are strongly recommended)
• three years of social sciences
• two years of science (including one lab science)
An official high school transcript or GED test score must be submitted with the application. In addition, one letter of recommendation, preferably from a guidance counselor, and SAT or ACT scores should be sent with the application or under separate cover.
Advanced Placement Examination Credit
Johnson State College will grant both advanced placement and course credit to students who have completed examinations through the College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) Program. A grade of three or higher must be achieved, and final recommendation for credit will be determined in consultation with the student's advisor and the department chairperson in the examination discipline.
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
Johnson State College considers for credit the scores received on the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). Six credits may be given for each area of the General Examination on which a student scores satisfactorily. Three credits may be given for subject examinations on which a satisfactory score is achieved.
Students who have earned a 2.0 grade point average or better at another accredited higher education institution are generally accepted. Official transcripts from high school (for those with fewer than 60 credits) and each college or university previously attended are required for review. At least one letter of recommendation, preferably from an academic dean or advisor, is required along with the Transfer Applicant Evaluation Form.
Transfer Within the Vermont State Colleges
Application fees are waived for any student who has matriculated at one of the other VSC institutions, or who has successfully earned 12 or more credits within the VSC.
An applicant who has been away from formal education for some time, and is at least 22 years of age, is considered an adult learner in the JSC community. Recognizing the diversity of life experiences that such a student brings to the application process, admission requirements are highly individualized. Thus a personal interview with an admissions counselor is an important component of review. Minimally, each adult applicant should submit a high school transcript (if applicable) or GED score, one letter of recommendation from a person who can speak to the applicant's motivation and academic potential, and supporting materials which can assist the admissions staff in determining the student's ability to succeed at the college level.
Former JSC students returning within one year need not reapply if an official leave of absence was granted by the registrar's office. All other students seeking readmission are required to submit an Application for Readmission.
Please note: Students seeking readmission after academic dismissal are required to pay an application fee.
Students from other countries may apply for acceptance into associate's and bachelor's degree programs at the college. To be considered for admission, international students should complete the Johnson State College International Application for Admission.
Applicants with foreign academic credentials must provide academic records in the original language as well as a certified English translation. Applicants need to provide official secondary school transcripts and an official leaving certificate or diploma. If applicable, students must also submit results of secondary external examinations, for example, the West African Exam Council General Certificate of Education (GCE). Official transcripts of any university level studies already completed must also be furnished. In order for Johnson State College to consider the acceptance of transfer credits from foreign institutions, students must have their post secondary academic transcripts evaluated by an official foreign credential evaluation service. Students are responsible for paying for the credential evaluation and translation fees. A list of credential evaluation services can be found at: www.edupass.org/admissions/evaluation.phtml
All non-native English speakers must provide evidence that they have attained a proficiency in the English language satisfactory to our admissions requirements and to our ability to serve them through our current ESL support services. Non-native speakers seeking admission to Johnson State College may demonstrate their proficiency by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Official TOEFL scores must be submitted to Johnson State College from the Educational Testing Service; a photocopy of TOEFL scores will not be accepted. Our institutional code for the TOEFL is 3766.
Students with TOEFL test scores between 500-549 on the paper-based test, 172-212 on the computer-based test, or 61-80 on the internet-based test will be required to expand their proficiency in English. Typically, these students will enroll in a two-semester sequence of ESL courses in writing and reading, grammar, and listening and speaking during their first year at JSC.
Johnson State College is required to obtain verification of its international students' financial resources. All international students must demonstrate that funds exist at least for the student's first year of study and, barring unforeseen circumstances, that adequate funding will be available from the same or equally dependable sources for subsequent years.
While at JSC, international students interested in Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Optional Practical Training (OPT) should plan in advance with their academic advisor and college officials.
Accepting the Offer of Admission
Students who have been accepted for the fall semester, and who have applied prior to May 1, can reserve a space in the entering class and in the residence halls by submitting a non-refundable $300 deposit by May 1. The deposit for students not living in campus housing is $200. Students applying for the fall semester who have been accepted after May 1 should send in the deposit no later than two weeks after receiving notification of acceptance. Students accepted for the spring semester should remit their deposit by December 1, and after December 1 no later than two weeks after receiving notification of acceptance and before registration.
All admission deposits are credited to the student's account for the semester of entrance to the College. Students who defer their admission may choose to pay the deposit in advance to be held on account with the business office. If the student fails to enroll within two semesters, the deposit is forfeited.
Students who have paid the deposit will receive information from the dean of students and the offices of advising, residential life, and student health to begin the registration and orientation process.
Students may defer admission to the College up to the first day of classes. Students must inform the admissions office to complete this process. Once classes begin students cannot defer their status. Students who want to return to the College must complete a readmit form and submit it to the admissions office.
New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) Regional Student Program
Johnson State College is a member of the New England Board of Higher Education, which provides for special tuition rates (50 percent over resident tuition) for students enrolling in academic programs not offered in their home states. To apply for participation in the Regional Student Program (RSP), students should indicate on their applications that regional student status is desired. A student may transfer into RSP from another program at Johnson State after first filing an approved plan of study for the program that qualifies under the latest contract. A student may also transfer into RSP from another institution. In both cases, the student is eligible for status from the first semester of enrollment in the eligible program of study.
Continuation of regional student status is contingent upon the student's enrollment in the originally declared major. Students who do not enroll in the declared major, or who change majors during their college career, will be liable for the payment of out-of-state tuition for all semesters subsequent to the academic program change.
Further information can be found in the booklet, "New England Board of Higher Education Regional Student Program," available from the New England Board of Higher Education, 45 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts 02111, (617) 357-9620. or http://www.nebhe.org/
(This list changes periodically. Check with the admissions office for the most current listing of RSP programs.)
New England Regional Student Program Academic Major Eligibility
| A.A. | Technical Theater | CT,MA,ME,NH |
| B.A. | Hospitality & Tourism Management | CT,ME,RI |
| B.A. | Musical Theater | MA |
| B.A. | Outdoor Education | CT,MA,ME,RI |
| B.S. | Wellness & Alternative Medicine | CT,MA,ME,NH,RI |
| B.F.A. | Creative Writing | CT,MA,NH,RI |
| M.F.A. | Studio Arts | ME,NH,RI |
The External Degree Program is more easily accessible to some residents of New Hampshire, New York and Massachusetts than is their own nearest state college site. In order to support the needs of these non-residents, the College will charge 150 percent of Vermont tuition rate to matriculated EDP students for whom the local EDP site office is closer to their legal residence than their nearest resident state college.
Learning More about Johnson State College
In addition to completing a formal application to the College, prospective students are encouraged to schedule an interview or information session with an admissions counselor. Applicants who have any disability (physical or learning) or who have limited English proficiency are encouraged to contact the admissions office so that special needs or accommodations can be made to assist students throughout the admissions process.