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Contact the Counseling Office: Main Campus Phone: (815) 280-2673 Fax: (815) 280-2647 North Campus Phone: (815) 886-3000 or (815) 280-7754 Fax: (815) 886-4331 |
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What steps should I take to attend Joliet Junior College? First, complete a JJC application for Admission. Second, complete the COMPASS test. Students, full-time or part-time, who plan to register for English, foreign language and/or math courses need to take the COMPASS test. Students who are transferring credits from another institution in English and/or math may not need to complete COMPASS testing. Students who transfer to JJC should bring a copy of their records to verify successful completion of English and/or math. The final step is registration.
What is the difference between full- and part-time student status? A student is classified as full-time when enrolled in 12 or more credit hours. Students who attend part-time are enrolled in less than 12 credit hours. Students planning to enroll in English, foreign language, and math courses must first complete the COMPASS placement tests in reading, writing and math. The COMPASS test is a computer-based program offered on the JJC Main Campus, North Campus and at selected off-site locations. Students taking it receive immediate information on appropriate course placement and may then register for courses. Specific information regarding testing is available through the Academic Skills Center Testing Site.
How can I prepare for the
COMPASS test? The COMPASS Web site provides sample questions. Additionally, the Academic Skills Center provides resources.
How much time will I need preparing for my classes? At least two hours of preparation time for each hour you spend in class. If you enroll in 12 credit hours of course work, a minimum of 24 hours per week should be budgeted for class preparation. The College Catalog includes requirements for all degrees and specific programs of the career division. Those planning to earn an Associate in Arts (A.A.) or Associate in Science (A.S.) degree take courses which are IAI approved and required by their chosen transfer college. Check with an adviser or counselor for assistance in choosing the correct courses for your selected degree. College policies and procedures are explained in the College Catalog and in the Student Handbook. You are responsible for becoming familiar with the college's policies and procedures. Your student schedule provides information about refund deadlines and the last day to withdraw from a course.
What are student kiosk
terminals? Where are they located? What reports/services can I
access off the student kiosk terminals? Student kiosk terminals are touch-screen computer terminals, which can be used to access your personal information. Kiosks are located on Main, North, and City Center Campuses. You may access the following information from the kiosk terminals: course schedule, bookstore loan contract, deferred payment contract, graduation application, final grades, academic summary, good driver discount report, enrollment verification report, e-mail account information/passwords, and other information. (0-level) indicated by my placement test scores? Do developmental courses (0-level) count towards graduation? Do developmental courses transfer? No. What courses require a grade of "C" or better to continue in the sequence of courses? English and mathematics courses. In many cases, coursework will be accepted from many years ago, especially general education credits. Some occupational programs may not accept outdated courses, such as computer applications. Another example: nursing will not generally accept selected required science courses that are older than five years.
Does
JJC provide assistance to students with disabilities or health
concerns? Yes, students with documented disabilities may contact the Student Accommodations & Resources, coordinator (Room J-2025) to arrange appropriate academic accommodations. The services are designed to make educational opportunities at JJC equally accessible to all students enrolled in college credit classes. There are no special classes for students with learning disabilities or learning difficulties. Does JJC have childcare? Main Campus has the Early Childhood Center available for children ages 3 to 12. The Early Childhood Center is open from 7:40 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Unofficial
copy: You may run
an unofficial copy of your transcript off one of the student kiosk
terminals, provided that you have the proper pin codes. An
unofficial transcript is used for personal planning and advising. Official copy: Official transcripts may be ordered by Internet, telephone, mail, or in person. Regular, priority, or express service is available. Costs vary depending upon the service requested.
How
do I have my transcripts from other colleges evaluated?
Contact your former college or university and request that an official transcript be sent to the Joliet Junior College Records/Graduation Office. You must also complete a JJC "Request for Evaluation" form. Every college has its own policy. Refer to the college catalog. The Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) requires that ENG 101 and 102 be completed with a grade "C" or better. What happens if I repeat a course to get a better grade?Your GPA at JJC would be recalculated using the second grade received in the course. However, when you get ready to transfer, some schools will average the two grades when calculating your GPA for admission purposes. Proficiency examinations are offered in some course areas. They may be taken only by students currently enrolled at Joliet Junior College. Application for proficiency examinations may be obtained from the appropriate department chairperson. Visit the Credit for Life Experience (Prior Learning) Web site for additional information. The
advantages include a significant cost savings by attending Joliet
Junior College and guarantees completion of the IAI general education core
curriculum, which satisfies your minimum general education
requirements at IAI participating schools.
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