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CatalogandStudent HandbookFall 2022Spring 2023Summer 2023northgatech.eduClarkesville1500 Highway 197 N.P.O. Box 65Clarkesville, GA 30523(706) 754-7700(706) 754-7777 FaxBlairsville121 Meeks AvenueBlairsville, GA 30512(706) 439-6300(706) 439-6301 FaxCurrahee9238 Hwy. 17 SouthToccoa, GA 30577(706) 779-8100(706) 779-8130 FaxNorth Georgia Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to awardassociate degrees, diplomas, and technical certificates of credit. Questions about the accreditation of North Georgia Technical Collegemay be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane,Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).Inquiries such as admission requirements, financial aid, educational programs, etc., should be addressed directly to North GeorgiaTechnical College and not to the Commission’s office. Please direct all questions to: North Georgia Technical College, 1500 Highway 197N., Clarkesville, GA 30523, 706-754-7700, Fax 706-754-7777.
NGTC Catalog / Student Handbook2022 – 2023Table of ContentsPresident’s Message. 11Communications Directory. 13Academic Calendar. 15List of Programs. 16General Information. 17Mission. 17History. 17The College Catalog. 18Institutional Goals. 18State Technical College. 18Student Warranty. 19Accreditation. 19Equal Opportunity Statement. 21Administration. 21Academic Affairs. 21Associate Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs. 21Online Course Offerings. 22Minimum Computer Requirements:. 22Software Requirements:. 22Library Services. 23Expected Student/Program Outcomes. 24Program Advisory Committees. 24Economic Development. 24Adult Education. 24Customized/Contract Training. 25Specialized Workshops/Seminars. 25Georgia Tax Credit for Retraining of Employees. 25American Heart Association Training Center. 25Continuing Education. 25Pearson VUE Testing Center. 26Computer Center. 26Georgia Quick Start. 26Student Affairs. 26Admissions. 26Campus Life. 27Career Center. 27Financial Aid. 27Registrar. 27Services for Students with Disabilities. 27North Georgia Technical College Foundation. 27NGTC Alumni Association. 28Page 2 of 366August 2022
NGTC Catalog / Student Handbook2022 – 2023Admissions. 29Application Process for Associate Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs. 29Definition of “Official” Documents. 29Evaluating the Validity of High School Diplomas. 29Eligible Applicants. 30Age. 30Education. 30Required Academic Criteria. 30Residency. 31Retaining Georgia Residency. 32Verification of Lawful Presence in the United States. 32International Students. 33Admission Categories and Requirements. 34Regular Admission. 34Provisional Admission. 34Special Admission. 34Pending Admit Status (High School Seniors only). 35Transient Student Admission. 35Transfer Admission – from previously attended postsecondary institution. 35AAS-Level General Education Coursework for Diploma-Level Program Majors. 35Dual / Joint Enrollment Programs for High School Students. 36Dual and Joint Enrollment Process. 36Change of Program. 37Audit. 37Learning Support. 37Course Numbering. 37Assessment and Testing. 37Appeal Procedure for Admission Decision. 38Readmission Procedure. 38Registrar. 39The Registrar’s Office provides assistance with. 39Credits Earned Outside the College. 39Transfer Credit. 39Time Limits on Transferability of Courses. 40Advanced Placement Examinations. 40College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). 41Exemption Credit. 41International Baccalaureate (IB) Credit. 41Prior Learning Assessment. 41Military Credit. 41Transcript Notation of Transfer Credit. 42High Demand Course Pre-Registration Restriction. 42Holds Preventing Release of Student Records. 42Repeated Coursework. 42Page 3 of 366August 2022
NGTC Catalog / Student Handbook2022 – 2023Tuition and Fees. 43Tuition. 44Out-of-State Tuition Exemption.44Accident Insurance. 45Application Fee. 45Bookstore. 45Campus Safety Fee. 45Check Handling Fee. 45Dining Hall Fees – Clarkesville Campus. 45Diploma Replacement Fee. 46Drug Test Fee. 46Exemption Examination Fee. 46Graduation Fee. 46Late Registration Fee. 46Malpractice Insurance. 46Placement Test Score Reprint Fee. 47Registration Fee. 47Residence Hall Fees – Clarkesville Campus. 47Special Instructional Fee. 47Student Activity Fee. 47Student Identification Card. 47Technology Support Fee. 47Transcript Fee - Standard. 48Transcript Fee - Same Day. 48Vehicle Registration and Parking Facility Fees. 48Payment of Tuition and Fees. 49Outside Scholarships. 49Third Party Billing. 49Fee Variations. 49Credit Student Refunds. 50Refunds. 50BankMobile. 50Non-Credit Student Refunds. 50Continuing Education. 50Economic Development Services. 50Financial Aid. 51Purpose. 51How to Apply. 51Using Financial Aid to pay for Tuition and Fees. 51Student Eligibility. 51Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for Financial Aid. 52Special Considerations Affecting SAP Criteria. 53Repeated Coursework. 54Financial Aid Appeal Procedures. 54Page 4 of 366August 2022
NGTC Catalog / Student Handbook2022 – 2023Return to Title IV Policy. 55Return to Title IV Withdrawal Policy. 55Official Withdrawal Policy. 56Unofficial Withdrawal. 56Pell Recalculation Policy. 57State Student Aid Programs. 57HOPE Grant. 57HOPE Scholarship. 58Zell Miller Grant. 58Zell Miller Scholarship. 58Student Access Loan-Technical Colleges. 59HOPE Career Grant. 59Federal Student Aid Programs. 59PELL Grant. 59Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant. 60Federal Work Study Program. 60Private Loans. 60Nelnet Payment Plan. 61Scholarships. 61Other Financial Aid Options. 62Vocational Rehabilitation. 62Veterans’ Benefits. 62Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). 63Academic Affairs. 64Academic Affairs. 64Academic Advisement and Registration. 64Learning Support. 64Diploma Students. 64Degree Students. 65Attendance Procedure. 65No Shows. 65Drop/Add Period. 66Withdrawal Procedure. 66Hardship Withdrawal Appeal. 67Grading Scale and Symbols. 67Semester Grade Point Average. 68Graduation Grade Point Average. 69Cumulative Grade Point Average. 69Grade Reports. 69Academic Grievance Procedure. 69Full-Time Status. 70Maximum Hours Allowed per Semester. 70Work Ethics. 70Satisfactory Progress. 70Page 5 of 366August 2022
NGTC Catalog / Student Handbook2022 – 2023Academic Standing. 70Academic Warning. 70Academic Probation. 70Academic Suspension. 70Reinstatement to a Course. 71Repeated Courses. 71Student Success Centers. 71Tutoring. 71Academic Achievement Recognition. 71Requirements for Graduation/Commencement. 71Licensure Examination. 72General Education Program. 72Internships. 74Occupational-Based Instruction (OBI) for Specific Programs. 74Criminal Background Check Procedure. 75Drug Screen Procedure. 75Health Science. 75Commercial Truck Driving and Electrical Lineworker. 76Student Affairs. 77Orientation. 77Visitors. 77GOAL (Georgia Occupational Award of Leadership). 77Student Success Coach Program. 77Health Awareness Programs. 77Counseling Services. 78North Georgia Technical College Behavioral Intervention Team – PackCARE. 79Career Planning Services. 80Services for Students with Disabilities. 80Assessment Services. 80Career Placement Services. 81Career Center. 81Non-Traditional Programs. 81Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). 82Student Email. 82Residence Life – Clarkesville Campus. 82Residence Hall Application Requirements and Guidelines. 82Residence Hall Operations. 83Residence Hall Rules and Regulations. 84Mail Services. 84Student Organizations and Events. 84Campus Life/Student Activities. 86Student Centers. 86Mountain Recreation Opportunities. 86Student Rights and Responsibilities. 86Page 6 of 366August 2022
NGTC Catalog / Student Handbook2022 – 2023Student Right to Know. 86Privacy of Student Records-Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA). 87Directory Information.
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, State HOPE Scholarship, State HOPE Grant, State Zell Miller Grant, State HOPE Career Grant, or State Zell Miller Scholarship. Convictions of drug distribution or possession may make a student ineligible for state aid programs. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for Financial Aid
