Enrollment

• Admissions
  • Getting Started at Southeast Community College
  • Admissions to Southeast Community College
• Registration & Records
  • Earning College Credit
  • Transfer Credit
  • Registration Procedures
  • Dropping, Adding, or Withdrawing from Courses
  • Additional Registration Information
  • Address Changes
• Social Security Numbers

Admissions

Getting Started at Southeast Community College

Our Admissions staff welcomes your calls, visits, and questions. Our staff is dedicated to helping you identify a Program of Study and assisting you in achieving your educational goals. We invite you to attend any of our Discovery Days or schedule a visit to one of our campuses to see our exceptional instructional labs and classrooms and to meet with instructors for first-hand information about the programs.

Information regarding admission to any program can be obtained from the Admissions Office on any of the Southeast Community College campuses at www.southeast.edu.

The process for enrollment is easy. Please review the information below and visit the College’s website at www.southeast.edu to access online form and additional information regarding specific program requirements. We’ve also provided an easy checklist to assist you through these steps.

Please note: If you plan to enroll in a few courses, do not plan to receive financial aid, and are not seeking a degree from SCC, you do not need to apply for admissions. Registration for individual courses as a visiting student can be completed with assistance from an Admissions Advisor and/or at the Registration and Records Office. Individuals not seeking a degree from SCC and who desire to register for classes online should complete the Visiting Student Application at www.southeast.edu/applynow.

New Student Checklist

We’re committed to helping you achieve your goals! Follow the steps on this guide to enroll at Southeast Community College.

Now that you’ve applied, let’s get you started on your SCC journey! By completing the following steps, you’ll be on the path to success!

Admissions to Southeast Community College

Demonstration of College Readiness & Placement Testing

Southeast Community College requires competency in reading, writing and mathematics in order to succeed in the selected Program of Study. All applicants for admission are evaluated on basic academic skills to better determine placement into courses and Programs of Study for student success. To determine the entrance requirements for specific programs, applicants can review Program of Study information on the College website https://www.southeast.edu/academics or request assistance from the Admissions staff.

Based on a student’s placement score and/or previously completed post-secondary coursework, students may be required to complete developmental coursework before advancing to certain program courses. Specific information about developmental course work is available through College Admissions staff. Developmental coursework and high school equivalency programs are available at SCC to students who do not meet admissions requirements into their chosen Program of Study. Applicants in need of placement test scores will be notified and provided information about testing options, study materials, and instructions.

All students seeking admission to a Program of Study must demonstrate college readiness. This can be verified via a number of evaluative methods:

Completion of Assessment/Course Placement Test

Completion of placement testing occurs through at least one of the following basic skill assessment/placement tests:

• Next Generation Accuplacer
• ACT
• SAT
• ASSET
• Accuplacer

• These scores may be reported by ACT, reported on the high school transcript, or submitted by the student.

  Please note the following:

• Each Program of Study requires a specific score
• English and reading score results must have been within the past 5 years
• Math score results must have been within the past 3 years

A student who cannot fulfill any one of these criteria should discuss the available alternatives with an SCC Admissions or Transitions Advisor.

Please contact any of the SCC Testing & Assessment Centers or SCC Learning Centers to learn more about placement testing, retesting and arranging a time to take the ACCUPLACER, Next Generation ACCUPLACER or ASSET tests. Retesting is possible for individuals who believe their course placement testing results do not represent their current ability. If a student has previously tested in the last 5 years, a $15 retest fee must be paid in advance of the retesting session.

Postsecondary Transfer Credit

Students can demonstrate college readiness through prior successful post-secondary coursework. Official transcripts from all postsecondary institutions must be sent directly from the institution to any of the College’s Admissions Offices. Transcripts from nationally accredited colleges, approved by the US Department of Education, will be evaluated to determine if the student meets college entrance requirements through evidence of three (3) or more hours of transfer credit from an accredited postsecondary institution with a grade of “C” or better in each of the areas of English and/or math. If the demonstrated English/reading coursework does not meet the minimum program requirement or is 5 years or older, testing is required. Please note, placement testing or additional proof of post-secondary course completion will be required when an individual has taken a prerequisite in mathematics more than 3 years ago or the completed course does meet program requirements.

High School or GED^® Diploma

Students may meet this requirement by self-certification on the Application for Admission or by submitting a copy of their high school or GED® transcript. A copy of the high school or GED® transcript is not required for admission unless the high school/GED® information the student provides on the Application for Admission is determined to be inaccurate or incomplete.

Although it may not be required that a student submit a copy of their high school or GED® transcript, it is strongly encouraged that they do so. Some programs of study may require this documentation for licensing purposes and financial aid could also be delayed if a transcript is required to complete the Financial Aid process. High school transcripts may be used for accurate course and program placement.

The student who has not graduated from high school or who does not have a GED® certificate must earn a GED® diploma before admission to a Program of Study. Contact Adult Education for more information regarding the GED®.

Due to federal financial aid policies, federal financial aid is not available to students who have not graduated from high school or who have not completed a GED®.

International Students

Southeast Community College welcomes international students to our college community. To ensure compliance with United States immigration laws, the following requirements apply for students applying to SCC requesting an I-20 (F-1 Visa).

Below are the requirements that must be submitted prior to the issuance of an I-20 and to make your transition to Southeast Community College as easy as possible

• Complete an Application for Admission.
• Submit copy of valid passport
• Submit certified copies of academic records, plus English translations where necessary.
  1. High school transcripts and Leaving Certificates must include graduation dates and ending dates.
  2. College transcripts from U.S. institutions must be sent directly from the former college/university to SCC.
  3. If you wish to have previously completed coursework evaluated for transfer credit, college transcripts from institutions outside of the U.S. must be evaluated by a credential evaluation consultant. College degrees obtained outside of the U.S. are only accepted when interpreted by transcript service members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services; visit http://www.naces.org/members.html to access a list of consultants. The student is responsible for the cost of the evaluation.
  4. Course syllabi and course descriptions must be submitted for all courses submitted for transfer credit evaluation. Documents must be submitted in English and translated by a credential evaluation service (see list of consultants at the above link). The student is responsible for the cost of the translation.
• Submit the International version of TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) with a total score of 500 or higher if paper based, 173 if computer-based, or 61 for Internet version. Scores must be sent directly to the College using institutional code 6795. The TOEFL requirement may be waived by the Designated School Official (DSO) or Principal Designated School Official when the international student comes from a country where English is listed as an official language.
  1. SCC does not accept IELTS scores.
  2. The ESL series of courses at SCC is not a full time program. SCC does not have authorization to issue a student visa document (I-20) for international students to study ESL.
• Complete a College Admissions/Placement Test: ACT (use institutional code 4787) or SAT (use institutional code 1189). Test scores must be sent directly to the College by the testing organization. A remote testing voucher for the Next Generation ACCUPLACER may also be requested from an SCC Testing & Assessment Center; please note testing locations for the Next Generation ACCUPLACER vary by region outside of the United States and may not be available in all areas. For more information contact an SCC Testing & Assessment Center; information can be found at www.southeast.edu/testingcenter.
• Demonstrate available funds of a minimum of $20,000 for one year of attendance. The documentation of funds must be in English, in U.S. dollars equivalent, and must be dated within 3 months of submission.
  1. If the funds are provided by a sponsor, submit the required signed Affidavit of Support showing resources sufficient to cover course of study and transportation expenses to and from the home country.
  2. F-1 student athletes are required to demonstrate a minimum of $8,700 for two semesters of attendance. The amount required for F-1 student athletes is different because of athletic scholarships.
  3. F-1 students with F-2 dependents (spouse and/or children) coming to the U.S. are required to demonstrate additional support in the amount of $6,000 for each dependent in addition to the required $20,000 stated above.

• International Students Transferring from Another Institution

  In addition to the requirements stated above, international students desiring to transfer to SCC should contact the DSO at the SCC campus they plan to attend as soon as possible.

  Students are required to provide the SCC DSO with the following information:

• An official college transcript from the institution the student is currently attending.
• A copy of the student’s valid passport, visa, and I-94.
• A copy of the student’s current I-20 from the institution the student is currently attending.

• SCC does not accept students who have been or will be terminated by their current institution.

  Annual Vacation

  Students are eligible for an annual vacation after completing two semesters of full time enrollment or authorized reduced course load. At SCC, students are allowed to take their annual vacation during the summer term. Students must register for a full time course load in the term immediately following their annual vacation; please note all programs may not offer enough credits to ensure full time enrollment toward degree progress during the summer term.

  Students are required to submit their travel plans and/or annual vacation plans in writing to the Designated School Official on their campus.

  Authorization for Reduced Course Load

  Students requesting a reduced course load must submit their request in writing to their campus Designated School Official; the request must include the student’s signature. Supporting documentation may be required based on the nature of the request.

  Information for all International Students

  To assist students in maintaining active status, SCC upholds the regulations of the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) that implements the Student Exchange and Visitors Information System (SEVIS).

  The student is responsible for maintaining their status while in the United States. Students are expected to initiate and respond to communication with the College as necessary.

  Talk with your Designated School Official first

  F-1 students should speak with an SCC DSO if you are planning to do any of the following:

• Change your program or degree level.
• Request a program extension.
• Transfer to a new school or take a break from school.
• Travel outside the United States.
• Move to a new address, change phone number, or obtaining a new email address.
• Seeking employment.

Designated School Officials

BEATRICE
Admissions Technician
Designated School Official
Mary Ann Harms, 402-228-8214
mharms@southeast.edu

LINCOLN
Admissions Technician
Designated School Official
Jessica Himmelberg, 402-437-2687
Mindy Marsh, 402-437-2827
internationaladmissions@southeast.edu

MILFORD
Admissions Technician
Designated School Official
Haley Weakland, 402-761-8448
hweakland@southeast.edu

All international students are responsible for the following items to maintain their status:

Upon Arrival

When arriving to the United States, F-1 students must:

• Immediately contact the SCC DSO when you enter the United States. Per guidelines, students using an F-1 visa cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days prior to the start of their program of study.
• Upon arrival at SCC, students are required to meet with a DSO no later than the program start date listed on Form I-20, “Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant Student Status.”

• Students must notify the DSO of their local address, email address, and phone number when they report to SCC upon arrival, and always within 10 days of changes. Failure to report address, email address, and phone number changes to the SCC DSO is a violation of the F-1 status.

  While Studying

  While studying in the United States, F-1 students must:

• Attend and pass all classes. If school is too difficult, students should speak with their DSO immediately.
• If a student believes that they will be unable to complete their program by the end date listed on their Form I-20, they should talk with their campus DSO about requesting a possible program extension during the term prior to the student’s I-20 program end date.
• Students must take a full course of study each term. Full-time means registering for, and completing, a minimum of 12 semester hours each and every term of attendance. If a student believes they cannot study full-time, they should contact the campus DSO immediately. F-1 students are permitted to take only one (1) online/web course to maintain full-time status each term.
• Students should not take a class without first speaking with the campus DSO.
• International students who are on an F-1 Visa and hold an active I-20 with Southeast Community College will have a registration hold on their account. This hold will ensure proper registration and will assist in helping students maintain their status.

Practical Training for F-1 Students

An F-1 student may only work off campus after their request is approved by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).

F-1 students are eligible for Curricular Practical Training (CPT) during their program of study. CPT employment must be an integral part of an established curriculum and the position must directly relate to the student’s major area of study.

F-1 students are also eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT) during or following their program of study. OPT is a form of temporary employment that directly relates to the student’s program of study. OPT should be requested at least 90 days prior to the date of graduation.

Students interested in exploring OPT and CPT should visit with their campus Designated School Official.

On Campus Employment

F-1 students are allowed to work on campus if a job is available. Students are limited to 20 hours a week. Students who wish to work on campus should contact their campus DSO to ensure that required documents are submitted. Please note that on campus employment options are limited.

Upon Program Completion

F-1 students must take action to maintain legal status or depart the United States after completing their program of study.

Once you complete your program of study and any authorized period of practical training, F-1 students have 60 days after completion of your program (the program end date on your Form I-20) to leave the United States. If a student wishes to extend their stay in the United States, talk with the DSO to learn more about transferring to another school.

Visiting International Students

F-1 Visa students authorized to attend another college can register for concurrent classes at SCC. Tuition is non-resident rate. The student’s enrollment status is with the school that issued their I-20. Prior to registering for classes at SCC, students should check with their DSO to remain in status.

Health Insurance

It is recommended that all F-1 visa students have health insurance with an American insurance company for costs associated with physician’s care, hospitalization, major medical procedures, and repatriation. SCC does not offer a health insurance policy or recommend a health insurance provider. The College does not provide healthcare services for students. Students are responsible for all necessary healthcare expenses.

Taxes

F-1 visa students may be required to file forms with the Internal Revenue Service. SCC faculty and staff are not trained in taxation and cannot answer related questions. Students should contact the Internal Revenue Service with questions.

Re-Admissions Steps

We are delighted to welcome you back to SCC! Our Admissions staff is available to answer your questions and assist you in the process of re-enrolling.

Former SCC students who were “declared” and once enrolled in a Program of Study and who have not been enrolled for one or more years need to reapply for admission to be eligible for re-entry into their former program or a new Program of Study.

Readmission is subject to available space and current requirements established by the College and the Program of Study.

Additional Admissions Requirements & Information

Some programs require additional forms as part of their application process. Those forms can be obtained from the Admissions Office on the campus where the program is located or at www.southeast.edu. Additional forms should be submitted to the Admissions Office on the campus where the program is located.

Applicants will be notified by the College Admissions Office of any additional information required by their chosen Program of Study.

After your application has been processed, the Admissions Office will mail written correspondence to applicants. Applicants are welcome to call the Admissions Office on the campus to which they applied, at any time, for updates and questions regarding their status.

Please note students admitted to a Program of Study are expected to abide by the rules and regulations of the program and complete the courses required by that program. A student may be withdrawn from a Program of Study for not following these guidelines.

Age Requirements

16 years of age or older: Any person 16 years of age or older is eligible to enroll in SCC credit and continuing education classes provided they meet any stated course prerequisites. Any person applying for admission to a Program of Study at the College who is 16 years of age or older must self-certify that they have earned a high school/GED® certificate or will have earned one by the time they begin their program of study.

Persons under 16 years of age: Any person under 16 years of age will not be accepted for admission into a program of study. A person under 16 years of age may enroll in credit classes provided they meet any stated class prerequisites and have special permission from the campus Dean of Students. Contact the Registration and Records Office to obtain a permission form. Persons under 16 years of age may enroll in special non-credit classes offered through the Continuing Education Division. Other special enrollment opportunities for students under 16 years of age are identified in the course description and/ or advertisement.

High School Students

Eligible high school students in good standing may enroll in college credit classes with written permission from their high school principal or counselor. High school students must meet any stated class prerequisites prior to the start of the class. Contact the Registration and Records Office for additional information.

Distance learning/Dual Credit/SENCAP/Career Academy: High school students enrolling in distance learning/dual credit/SENCAP/Career Academy classes must meet all of the College course prerequisites prior to the start of class. Contact the campus Registration and Records Office for additional information.

Students Applying for Admission to More than One Program

Can I be accepted to the same program on more than one campus?

For like programs offered on more than one campus, such as Academic Transfer, Automotive, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or Practical Nursing, a student can only be admitted to the program at one location for a given year and term.

Current students desiring to transfer from their current Program of Study on one campus to the same program on a different campus must contact the Program Director at the second location to determine if an opening is available. If an opening is available, the Program Director will grant permission for the student to transfer and register. If an opening is not available, the student must complete the steps for admission to a Program of Study in order to reserve a place for a future term in the program at the second location.

Can I be admitted to more than one program in the same year and term?

Initially, no. When a student first enrolls, they cannot be admitted into more than one program in the same year and term. If you would like to be admitted to more than one program, you may apply to the additional program in a future term.

Can I be admitted to different programs in different years and/or terms?

A student can be admitted into two or more different programs in different years and terms. (Contact the campus Admissions Office for additional information.)

Can I receive financial aid for more than one Program of Study at the same time?

Students may receive financial aid for more than one program of study if the degree programs are of the same academic level (i.e. two associate degrees or two diplomas, but not an associate degree and a diploma). If the student has been admitted into both programs, Financial Aid may combine the enrolled credit hours to determine eligibility for aid.

Any student taking classes in more than one Program of Study is strongly encouraged to visit with Financial Aid to discuss their specific situation.

Students planning/expecting to receive financial aid are subject to federal restrictions that may limit their options. Please see the Financial Aid  section.

Enrollment Status

Students attend Southeast Community College with a variety of educational goals. Throughout your time at SCC, you will see descriptions, policies, and notifications with a variety of terminology related to your status as a student. To help you identify your status, please refer to the definitions below.

Student Status is based on enrollment in two terms (semesters) during a continuous 12-month period.

• Full time = 12 or more credit hours per term
• Part time = fewer than 12 credit hours per term
• ¾ time = 9 through 11.5 credit hours per term

Contact the campus Registration and Records Office for specific student enrollment history.

Visiting Students

Students may take courses at the College as a visiting student. Visiting students are defined as:

• Those waiting acceptance into a Program of Study, and/or
• Those not planning to pursue a Program of Study, but who are taking credit classes for transfer, job advancement, or other purposes.

Visiting students are not eligible for Financial Aid. Refer to the Financial Aid Section of the Catalog for more information.

Visiting students may register at any time during the registration period. Individuals not seeking a degree from SCC and who desire to register for classes online should complete the Visiting Student Application at www.southeast.edu/applynow .

Criminal Background Checks

Southeast Community College works with a multitude of companies and agencies to provide experiences for our students. Many of these organizations require the completion of a background check prior to allowing students to participate in experiences within their facilities. Due to this requirement, all students entering the program or course areas listed below are required to have a Criminal Background Check (CBC) including, but not limited to, the Adult and Child Abuse and Sex Offender Registries.

• Criminal Justice
• Dental Assisting
• Early Childhood Education
• Health Services Certificate
• Human Services
• Medical Assisting
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Nursing (Practical Nursing, Associate Degree Nursing)
• Paramedic and EMT
• Pharmacy Technician
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Polysomnographic Technology
• Radiologic Technology
• Respiratory Care
• Surgical First Assist
• Surgical Technology

• The CBC will be completed before enrollment in courses in which the clinical, laboratory, or classroom experience requires the CBC. Additionally, registering for some courses or continued enrollment within a program may be contingent upon completion of the background check. Each program will provide students with specific details, deadlines and the following required forms:

• SCC Authorization and Disclosure for Criminal Background Check and Abuse Registry Checks
• DHHS Agency Request for Information from Adult and Child Abuse Neglect Register/Registry

• A non-refundable service fee of $45 will be charged to your SCC student account at the time the background check is required or prior to registration for a particular course. The CBC will be conducted by Secured Data Services of Fremont, NE.

  SCC is responsible for reporting to all affiliate institutions requiring such checks that a CBC has been completed on all students. No student will be allowed to begin an SCC clinical/practicum/internship experience if the report has not been completed.

  Please note that some programs may require specific criminal background checks and drug testing based on specific requirements for that profession. Check with Admissions or the Program of Study if you have further questions.

  Students who are not continuously enrolled will be required to submit to an additional CBC at their expense. The CBC will be completed only once, if no more than one year elapses between the original CBC and the student’s clinical, laboratory or classroom experience requiring the CBC.

  Disqualifying Circumstances

  A criminal history involving one or more felony offenses will generally be disqualifying. A criminal history involving only misdemeanor offenses will generally be disqualifying only if the offense(s) involve:

• a crime of violence
• sexual assault
• the abuse of a child, elder, or person with a disability, or a person under the care of the student in any type of medical or mental health setting
• the unlawful use, possession, or sale of narcotics, or controlled substances
• if the offenses are so numerous or of such character to indicate that the student may pose a threat to the employees, clients, or property of the clinical program or College.

• A conviction or arrest will not automatically disqualify an applicant from admission to a program or keep them from clinical experience. If you have questions or concerns about the CBC, please contact your division dean.

  Considerations related to admission to a program include, but are not limited to:

• The date, nature and number of arrests and convictions;
• The relationship which the arrest or conviction bears to the duties and responsibilities of the affected student in a clinical setting;
• Successful efforts toward rehabilitation;
• Rules and regulations of the clinical program;
• Other criteria which are determined by College administrators to be relevant.

Decisions allowing continuance in a program in no way can be construed as a guarantee of licensure or certification upon graduation. Licensing boards make independent decisions about eligibility requirements and granting of licensure.

Drug Testing

Education of Health Science students at Southeast Community College requires collaboration between the College and clinical facilities. The educational process for these students cannot be completed without a quality clinical rotation. The College shares an obligation with the clinical facility to protect all patients from harm due to students who are under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol while in the clinical facility. The clinical facilities require that Southeast Community College obtain a negative drug screen on each student prior to that student arriving at the clinical facility for his/her clinical rotation and that such students be drug and alcohol free while at a clinical facility.

Student and Clinical Faculty Drug Screening Procedures

• Students admitted to a Health Sciences program at Southeast Community College that requires a clinical rotation at a contracted healthcare facility will be required to submit to initial drug and alcohol testing prior to the first clinical rotation.
• Drug and alcohol testing will be conducted according to the procedures and standards specified by the affected clinical facility. Only drug and alcohol tests conducted by college authorized agencies will be accepted. Cost of the drug test ($35.00) is paid through special fees.
• Further drug testing and or alcohol testing may be required of the student for cause. This testing will be required at the discretion of the College or the clinical agency. Cost ($35.00) of the drug or alcohol testing will be the responsibility of the student.
• All Health Science students will be tested for the following drug categories: amphetamines/methamphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine and metabolites, marijuana metabolites, opiates, phencyclidine, and propoxyphene. This list is subject to change. Testing for additional substances may occur based on clinical affiliation agreement requirements.
• The student must provide written consent to provide specimens for the purpose of analysis and release of information to Southeast Community College. If the student is under eighteen (18) years of age, the parent or legal guardian must sign the drug and alcohol testing consent form in addition to the student. The consent form will be provided by the authorized agency the day of the appointment.
• Students have the right to refuse to consent to drug and alcohol testing. However, students who decline will not be able to start or complete a clinical rotation and will be unable to achieve the required clinical experience for that program/course. The refusal to consent to drug or alcohol testing may result in a student being dismissed from the program.
• The student will be provided with an instructional sheet of acceptable drug screening vendors, payment instructions, and procedural information.
• Notification indicating a “Negative” drug screen or “Further Testing Required” will be sent to the Dean of Health Sciences at Southeast Community College.
• The Medical Review Officer from the authorized agency will contact the student directly if “Positive” or “Further Testing Required” is noted.
• The results will be reviewed by the Dean of Health Sciences for verification and placement purposes.
• Students will not be allowed to hand deliver drug screening test results to the Dean of Health Sciences.
• Any student who tests positive for a prohibited drug will be given the opportunity to contest the results, if the failure is due to justifiable prescription drug use. If the failure is due to justifiable prescription drug use, the student may be permitted to participate in the clinical program of the affected facility if it is determined that the student may safely do so without jeopardizing patient safety. It is the student’s responsibility to provide proper documentation if they had failed the drug screen due to justifiable drug use.
• If the positive test is not due to justifiable prescription drug use, the student will meet with the Dean of the Health Sciences Division to discuss withdrawal from the designated Health Program. Depending on the circumstances, a positive drug or alcohol test may make it impossible to place a student in a clinical setting and could result in dismissal from the program.
• Students could apply for re-admission into a health program. The College will determine in its discretion whether a student will be readmitted based on among other things the circumstances relating to the failed drug or alcohol test and the ability of the College to place the student in an appropriate clinical setting. Re-admission would be based upon the next possible program in-take date and completion of additional drug testing.
• Depending on the circumstances, the results of a positive drug or alcohol test may be communicated to law enforcement authorities, the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, or other state agencies.
• The cost of drug and alcohol testing is provided for informational purposes only and is subject to being increased from time to time.
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• ½ time = 6 through 8.5 hours per term
• Less than ½ time = fewer than 6 credit hours per term

Registration & Records

Earning College Credit

Students receive credit hours based on the number of contact hours per week they’re in class for a term. Successful completion of the course earns the student credit.

Definition of Credit Hour

Credit hour means the unit used to ascertain the educational value of course work offered by the institution to students enrolling for such course work, earned by such students upon successful completion of such course work, and for which tuition is charged. A credit hour may be offered and earned in any of several instructional delivery systems, including, but not limited to, classroom hours, laboratory hours, clinical hours, practicum hours, cooperative work experience, and independent study.

Total Credit Hour Limit in a Term

Students may not register for more than 19.5 credit hours in a single term without prior approval. If a student is in a declared Program of Study they must contact the Instructional Dean who oversees their program. Visiting students must contact the Dean of Student Affairs to request prior approval to exceed the 19.5 credits.

Advanced Standing

Additionally, students may have the opportunity to receive credit through advanced standing. The three methods the College has established for students to gain advanced standing are: transfer credit, credit by waiver and credit by examination.

In order to be granted advanced standing credit:

A student must be accepted for admission to a College degree program. A minimum of one-third (1/3) of the credit hours required for a degree must be completed at SCC, the degree-granting institution, except under statewide or college partnership agreements with the division deans’ approval. Up to two-thirds (2/3) of the credit hours required for a Program of Study may be waived through the three methods established for advanced standing; (credit by transfer, waiver and examination).

1. Up to two-thirds (2/3) of the credits for advanced standing may be transfer credits, except under statewide or college partnership agreements with the division deans’ approval.
2. Credit hours granted by waiver or examination or by any combination of waiver and examination may be awarded up to limits established by each department but may not exceed one-third (1/3) of the total credit hours required for a program award.

When given permission to register, the student will have one day to register. At the end of this time, if a student fails to register for the designated class, the student is removed from the waitlist and the next student is notified.

Removal from the Waitlist

Students can remove themselves from the waitlist by going to WebAdvisor for Students->Student Registration->Manage My Waitlist->Action-> Remove->Submit.

Tuition

Students are not charged tuition for courses in which they are waitlisted. Tuition charges will not be posted to the student account until the registration process is complete.

Additional Registration Information

Auditing a Course

Students planning to audit a course must complete a “Request to Audit a Course” form. This form must be completed prior to the first class session. The student must pay the regular tuition and fees for the course, but will not receive college credit. Tuition and fees paid for Audit courses are nonrefundable. A grade of AU is assigned and cannot be changed without re-taking the course for college credit. Students receiving financial aid or Veterans’ benefits cannot count audited courses toward the minimum credit hour requirement.

The Request to Audit a Course form is located at https://thehub.southeast.edu/studentsrvs/registration.

Prerequisites: A student may not be eligible to register for some programs/courses which have specific program prerequisites unless program/course prerequisites are met.

Arranged and Independent Study Classes

Students who register for any arranged classes or independent study classes must report to the instructor for each class on the first day of class, at the beginning of the term. Students who register for any arranged or independent study classes after the term begins (adding classes with drop/add form) must report to the instructor within five (5) business days.

Maximum Course Load per term:

Students may not register for more than 19.5 hours in a single term without prior approval. If a student is in a declared Program of Study they must contact the Instructional Dean that oversees their Program of Study. Visiting students must contact the Dean of Student Affairs to request approval.

Address Changes

Address changes can be submitted online via WebAdvisor on The Hub or by submitting a paper form obtained from the Registration and Records Office. Email addresses may be corrected following the same procedure.

Permission to register

When there is an opening in a class, the first student on the waitlist will be notified via email. The student can register for the section online by going to WebAdvisor for Students->Student Registration->Manage My Waitlist->Action-> Register->Submit. The student must register within the timeframe specified in the email.

One (1) day to register

The same procedures listed above apply to courses that vary in length from the regular term dates and can be added within the first 10% of the time elapsed since the first day of the start of class. Specific dates for refund drop dates for individual classes are included in the Credit Class Schedule each term.

Some courses are taught on an individualized basis and offer continuous enrollment if space is available. Other courses can be added after 10% of the time has elapsed only under exceptional circumstances. If any courses are added after 10.5% of the time elapsed since the first day of the start of class, the signature of the both the Program Director and Division Dean are required prior to being submitted to the campus Registration and Records Office.

Waitlisting a Course

When a course section reaches its maximum capacity, it is possible for students to add themselves to a waitlist via WebAdvisor for Students on The Hub.

Email Address

Students must have a current email address on file at Southeast Community College before adding themselves to a waitlist. To verify the email address is accurate, go to WebAdvisor for Students on The Hub and from the main menu, select: WebAdvisor for Students->User Account->Address Change. Email addresses are listed at the bottom of the page. If the address is incorrect, make the necessary changes and click->Submit. Corrections are sent directly to the Registration and Records Office, however, they are not immediately seen on WebAdvisor.

Waitlist Process

Students can add or remove themselves from a course waitlist through WebAdvisor. After selecting a class which is full, on the registration screen select Action->Waitlist->Submit. Note: Students cannot waitlist themselves for classes if any of the following conditions apply:

Refunds for Classes

Please refer to the Financial Planning    section for complete information on refunds for tuition, and the return of Federal Financial Aid.

Adding a Course

Last Date a Student is Allowed to Start a Class

If a student is registered for a class, the instructor must allow the student to start class prior to 10% of the time elapsed. After 10.50% of the time has elapsed since the first day of class, the instructor may allow a student to start a class ONLY with special permission from the Program Director and Division Dean.

All 10% and 10.50% time elapsed calculations are based on calendar days, including Saturdays, Sundays, holidays and weekdays, from the first day of the class. Specific dates will be posted in the Credit Class Schedule and the student calendar on Webadvisor on The Hub.

Adding Courses after Initial Registration

Students may register online or in person on the first and second day of the start of the term, without a signature or special permission from the instructor to do so. To add a course(s) prior to 10% of the time elapsed since the first day of the start of class, a student must do the following:

“No Show” Students

Failure to attend classes does not constitute a drop.

Students must submit an official drop form prior to the drop or refund deadline to be eligible for a refund of any tuition and student affairs fee. Failure to attend classes does not absolve the student from being financially responsible for tuition and fees associated with the student’s registration. Students can obtain a drop form from any Registration and Records Office or on The Hub.

NOTE: Students who have failed a class due to academic integrity or other disciplinary reasons are not eligible to drop or withdraw.

Important Drop Deadline Dates

The date on which 10% of time has elapsed since the first day of the class will be:

Registration information is distributed each term by the Registration and Records Office on each campus. It is each student’s responsibility to become familiar with registration schedules, deadlines, completion of registration forms, and any required signatures. All students are allowed to register for classes when registration begins. Refer to www.southeast.edu/registrationandrecords for more information.

Non-Credit Students

Students registering for non-credit classes through the Continuing Education division may register through the Continuing Education website at https://www.southeast.edu/continuing/ and select the ‘REGISTER NOW’ link. For assistance, contact 402-437-2700.

Tuition Payment Deadlines

Payment of tuition and fees must be paid by the first day of class.

Failure to meet established payment deadlines will result in debt collection activity. The student is responsible for all unpaid balances. Outstanding balances must be paid before a student can register for any SCC course.

Students may enroll in the e-Cashier monthly payment plan. (See Tuition Payment Policy - Financial Planning or www.southeast.edu/financialaid.)

Dropping, Adding or Withdrawing from Courses

Dropping a Course (Student-Initiated)

Students may initiate a drop from a class/es prior to the deadline for dropping classes (see deadline dates and refund information on The Hub on the Registration page.)

To drop a class(es), a student must

Secondary schools interested in discussing criteria for articulating dual enrollment classes may contact the Administrative Director of Career Academies & K-12 or Administrative Director of The Career Academy.

Registration Procedures

We recommend that prior to registration, students consult with advisors or instructors. Advisors help students understand degree requirements and maintain knowledge of transfer articulation agreements, program requirements and regulations. They assist students in developing meaningful educational goals that are consistent with personal interests, values and abilities. Effective academic advising helps the student identify resources for greater academic success, navigate immediate questions and concerns and helps with future planning.

How to Register for Classes

Newly Declared Students (Students who have been admitted into a program of study):

Information about registering for classes will be sent to newly declared students. The College strongly encourages new students to visit with an advisor in their program.

Returning Students in a Program of Study

Returning students may register in person at the Registration and Records Office or online using their WebAdvisor account at thehub.southeast.edu. For additional help registering, students are encouraged to contact an advisor, go to the Registration and Records Office on campus or contact the Registration and Records Office at: 402-437-2605 or via email registration@southeast.edu.

Visiting Students (students who have not applied for admission to the college):

Visiting students may register in person at the Registration and Records Office or online using their WebAdvisor account at thehub.southeast.edu. For additional help registering, students can contact the Registration and Records Office at: 402-437-2605 or at registration@southeast.edu.

Advising for Visiting Students is available through the Career Advising Center on campus. To contact an Admissions Advisor or make an appointment please call:

Students are encouraged to visit with a college advisor as transfer credit may or may not apply to SCC programs. Determination is made by the Division Dean regarding graduation or satisfaction of program requirements with transfer credit.

SCC recognizes course work completed at military schools, through active duty, National Guard or Reserves. Credits may be applied to military courses with the approval of the appropriate campus division. The Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services, published by the American Council for Education, is used as a guideline. Courses for which credit is granted by transfer will be recorded with a “TR” grade and will not be included in calculating a student’s grade-point average.

Foreign Degrees

Colleges admitting students with foreign degrees must have a process in place to accurately determine the U.S. equivalency of the foreign degree.

The Department of Education does not evaluate foreign degrees. It is up to the school to determine if the foreign degree is equivalent to a U.S. degree.

If a student presents a foreign degree, SCC requires the student have his/her transcript evaluated by an outside degree evaluation service. The cost of the evaluation will be paid by the student. The student should direct the evaluation service to provide the written equivalency report to the Financial Aid Office. Financial Aid must receive the information before the student’s eligibility for financial aid can be determined. Financial Aid will forward the documentation to Admissions or the Registration and Records office, if needed.

The student may use the degree evaluation service of his/her choice. Information about what to look for in an Evaluation service can be found at https://www.nafsa.org/findresources/Default.aspx?id=8817

A listing of organizations providing these services can be found at http://www.naces.org/members.html

Credit by Waiver

To apply for Credit by Waiver, the applicant must be accepted for admission to a College degree program and enrolled in credit classes. Students requesting advanced standing Credit by Waiver must complete an application for Credit by Waiver and supply supportive documents such as competency reports, proficiency certificates or training records.

Credit granted by Waiver and Examination or any combination of Waiver and Examination may be awarded up to limits established by each department of the College but not exceeding one-third (1/3) of the total credit hours required for a program award. The application must be submitted for evaluation to the campus department responsible for teaching the course. Upon successful completion of the evaluation, both the application and evaluation will be submitted to the campus Registration and Records Office for recording credit on the student’s transcript.

Courses in which credit is granted by waiver will be recorded on the transcript with a “CW” grade and will not be included in calculating a student’s grade-point average. Credit granted by waiver is subject to evaluation by other institutions and may not be accepted for transfer credit.

Credit by Examination

Some courses may be completed by examination. Testing devices and evaluation procedures will vary according to the course, division requirements and the amount of credit being advanced. To apply for Credit by Examination, the applicant must have been accepted for admission to a College degree program and enrolled in credit classes.

Applications for Credit by Examination are obtained from the campus Registration and Records Office and submitted to the division responsible for teaching the course. An application for Credit by Examination must be completed and submitted to the campus Registration and Records Office for all credit granted as “PX” (Passed by Examination) on the transcript. No grade points will be awarded, and the Credit by Examination will not be included in the cumulative grade-point average. Copies of the certification will be returned to the student and the department in which the student is enrolled.

Credit granted by Waiver and Examination or any combination of Waiver and Examination may be awarded up to limits established by each department of the College but not exceeding one-third (1/3) of the total credit hours required for a program award. Applicants for Credit by Examination must pay 50 percent of the current per credit hour tuition rate for each credit hour attempted by examination, prior to the examination.

Credit by Military Service

SCC recognizes course work completed at military schools, through active duty, National Guard or Reserves. Credits may be applied to military courses with the approval of the appropriate campus division. The Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services, published by the American Council for Education, is used as a guideline. Courses for which credit is granted by transfer will be recorded with a “TR” grade and will not be included in calculating a student’s grade-point average.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

Students interested in CLEP testing should contact the Lincoln Campus Testing/ Assessment Center (402-437-2626) for information and testing arrangements. CLEP subject exams cost approximately $90 per examination plus a $25 proctor fee. Some colleges do not accept CLEP credits as transfer credits. Transfer students should carefully investigate minimum CLEP scores established by other colleges.

To have CLEP credit posted to an SCC Transcript, a student must have been accepted for admission into a college degree program and enrolled in credit classes.

SCC administers the CLEP at the Lincoln Campus, 8800 O Street in the Testing/ Assessment Center. Each program has established a list of courses for which CLEP scores will be accepted for credit by examination. Minimum CLEP scores vary from exam to exam; therefore, students should request a list of these minimum scores. Credits granted through a CLEP exam will not apply towards load requirements for extracurricular activities, veteran’s benefits or scholastic honors. Only SCC students may have CLEP scores recorded on their SCC transcripts. Acceptable CLEP credits are recorded as PX (Pass by Examination).

Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit Courses

SCC has a variety of dual enrollment agreements with secondary schools. Dual enrollment programs, often referred to as “dual credit programs,” or “Career Academies” are intended to meet the needs of the academically and technically advanced high school student. These programs are designed to meet the Nebraska Dual Enrollment standards. Students who want to earn college credits while still in high school can do so by enrolling in a college course that is offered at a campus, online, or other designated locations such as a high school, or learning center where courses are being offered.

Regardless of location, a dual enrollment/dual credit college course will follow the same requirements, rigor, and standards as a course taught at the college campus. Students in high school may be granted high school credit for the college course, but the decision to award high school credit is the responsibility of the high school district. If a course is accepted by the high school, the course then becomes a “dual credit” course, earning college credit and high school credit for the same course.

Southeast Community College offers many college courses that may transfer to four-year colleges and universities. Students need to check with the receiving institution to see which courses will transfer. Many career education courses will apply to an SCC Program of Study.

Many of these opportunities are provided through partnerships with local high schools. Please visit the following websites for further information.

Exceptions to #2, #3, #3a or #3b must be approved by the Vice President for Instruction.

Please refer to the specifications listed in each of the following three (3) advanced standing methods.

Transfer Credit

Students who have attended college elsewhere should have their official transcripts forwarded to the Registration and Records Office before starting school to have previous coursework evaluated. Courses from nationally accredited institutions approved by the U.S. Department of Education in which grades of “A”, “B”, or “C” (or their equivalent) have been earned will be considered for transfer credit. College courses in which grades of “D” or “F” (or their equivalent) have been earned will not be considered for transfer credit. Additional information about SCC transcripts can be found in the Transcripts  section.

Note: Grades and courses taken at other institutions will not replace grades in equivalent courses taken at SCC.

The Nebraska Transfer Initiative

Students have become increasingly interested in beginning their education at Southeast Community College and transferring to another institution to finish a higher degree program. SCC strives to make the transfer process as seamless as possible by maintaining special cooperative programs and transfer agreements with many colleges and universities.

Since 1995, the community colleges of Nebraska have been involved in the Nebraska Initiative regarding statewide common courses. The community colleges have increased the number of common statewide courses that are provided, what and how the courses will articulate and transfer to other colleges and universities, and an ongoing process for updating and assuring students that the coursework is up to date and accurate. Please visit http://www.ncca.ne.gov/ncca/netransferinitiative.html or talk to a campus Academic Advisor.

It is important for students to know whether the courses they are registering for meet the degree requirements of the institution to which they intend to transfer. Transfer planning starts with initial registration at SCC and continues until the student’s graduation.

TRANSFER REMINDERS: Many colleges will accept only classes with a grade of “C” or better. Most colleges will not transfer in more than 66 semester (99 quarter) credits from a 2-year college. Courses with a prefix of less than 1000 are considered to be developmental and do not transfer.

Transferring Credit at SCC

SCC maintains special cooperative programs and transfer agreements with many colleges and universities. Any student who has successfully completed the courses identified in the articulated curriculum with an equivalent of a “C” (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher, and is admitted to a participating institution will be:

• Prerequisites are not complete
• The student is currently registered for another section of the class; students cannot waitlist themselves for multiple sections of the same course.
• Tuition is owed to the College
• Complete an Official Drop/Add form (obtained from the Registration & Records office or on The Hub.)
• Have the course instructor or program designee sign the form to approve the “add,” if after the second day of the term.
• Submit the form to the campus Registration and Records Office no later than 10% of the time elapsed since the first day of the start of class.
• To add a course or courses after the first 10% of the time elapsed since the first day of the start of class, a student must follow the procedure above, but also will need to obtain both the Program Director and Division Dean signature on the add form.
• Under federal rules, the College cannot pay financial aid to students who never attend class. Financial aid will not be distributed to students who have been reported as never having attended class (“No Show” students).
• “No Show” students will be billed and held responsible for payment and fees for classes they do not drop within the designated refunded period found on the Registration page on The Hub. (See Drop/Add)
• “No Show” students will be removed from the class rosters and no grade will appear on the student’s transcript.
• The last date a student is allowed to register for a class for that term.
• The last date a student can drop a class and receive a refund of tuition and fees for that term. Specific dates for individual classes are included in the Credit Class Schedule each term and on The Hub.
• The date that all instructors are required to report students who have never attended class (“No Show” Students).
• Drop the class online using WebAdvisor on The Hub (be sure to print a written confirmation of your drop if using WebAdvisor) or
• Submit an “Official Drop/Add Form For Credit Classes” available at www.southeast.edu/RegistrationandRecords to the Registration and Records Office located in the Student Affairs area.
• Beatrice: 402-228-8242
• Lincoln: 402-437-2620
• Milford: 402-761-8202
• SENCAP (Southeast Nebraska Career Academy Program) is a partnership with high schools in our 15-county service area. www.southeast.edu/sencap.
• The Career Academy is located at the SCC Lincoln Campus, and is in partnership with Lincoln Public Schools. https://home.lps.org/tca/.
• Granted standing comparable to current students who have completed the same number of equivalent credit courses toward an associate/baccalaureate-level degree; and
• Able to progress toward an associate/baccalaureate degree completion at a rate comparable to that of students who entered the associate/baccalaureate institution as first-time freshmen.

Social Security Numbers

The College requests, but does not require, a student provide their Social Security number during the Admissions process. Students who do not provide a Social Security number during the Admissions process will be required to provide one for Federal Student Aid. For those registering students who are documented as “lawfully admitted aliens” who do not have a Social Security number, an alternate number will be assigned to distinguish their student records from others. These students will be required to complete a ‘Request for Student’s Taxpayer Identification Number’ form, available in the Registration and Records office. Either the Social Security number or the Taxpayer Identification number are required by the IRS student 1098T tax credits.

Students who do not have a Social Security number or Tax Identification number are eligible to take classes and be admitted to a Program of Study; however, students should be aware that they may not be able to complete specific courses, clinical, cooperative experience, internship, or practicum experiences, or graduate from a program of study due to the inability to complete special course and program requirements including, but not limited to, background checks and non-SCC agency requirements. Students who do not have a Social Security Number are also not eligible to receive financial aid.

A student’s Social Security number information constitutes an “educational record” under FERPA. The College will be privileged to re-disclose that information only with the consent of the student or in those very limited circumstances when consent is not required by FERPA. Questions regarding Social Security or tax ID numbers should be directed to the campus Registration and Records Office.