Adult Learners

ADMISSION STEPS

1. Apply Online: Complete the admissions application.
2. Application fee: Pay the $25 non-refundable application fee.
3. Submit your high school and/or college transcripts: Coastal Georgia accepts transcripts through electronic transcript services such as Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, GA Futures, etc. Please do not fax or email transcripts. If not sent electronically, high school transcripts may be mailed or submitted in person. They will be considered official as long as they remain in the original, sealed envelope from the school. If not sent electronically, college transcripts must be mailed directly from the institution. They will not be considered official if submitted directly from the student. To order transcripts, refer to the Registrar’s website at your previous institution.
4. Verification of lawful presence: If you want to be considered for in-state tuition or receive financial aid, please submit your verification of lawful presence.
5. Check your admissions status: This status will reflect information we have in our records. You will be able to learn of your admissions decision as soon as it is made without having to wait for an official email or admissions letter.
6. Complete the FAFSA: Start the financial aid process to determine financial aid eligibility. Learn more about financial aid and scholarships here.
   1. College of Coastal Georgia Title IV code: 001558

To gain regular admission, all adult learners/non-traditional freshmen must:

• Graduate (earn a high school diploma) and submit a final high school transcript from an accredited secondary school or
• Present high school equivalency scores (not diploma) as well as partial high school transcript and
• If applicable, official transcripts from all previous colleges or universities attended.

GED Students

• If you earned a GED, request a transcript of passing scores.
• If you earned qualifying scores on the HiSET test, request a copy of your HiSET scores here.
• If you earned qualifying scores on the TASC exam, request a copy of your TASC scores here. (New York only).

Upon admission, you may be required to take the ACCUPLACER test, a computerized placement test that measures skills in math, reading, and writing. Learn more information about the Accuplacer and sign up to take the test on the Testing Center page.

To gain regular admission, all adult learners/non-traditional transfer students must submit:

• Official transcripts from all previous colleges or universities attended with at least 30 or more earned transferable credit hours.
• Must be in good academic standing and eligible to continue or return to any previous institution attended. Students who are on academic probation or suspension from a previous school may be required to provide a written personal statement and may be requested to provide additional information. The student may also be subject to an interview by appropriate college personnel before being considered for admission to the College.

Students completing non-transferable associate degrees at regionally accredited institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine their eligibility for admission. Students who have earned a career associate degree may apply for admission to a program leading to the baccalaureate degree according to the criteria for admission for the program. Students with an earned career associate degree will not be held to RHSC requirements.

Georgia residents 62 years of age or older may utilize the Amendment 23 enrollment and tuition waiver pathway once admitted to the College as a degree seeking or non-degree seeking student. The Amendment 23 program allows Georgia residents over the age of 62 to enroll in state colleges or universities on a space-available basis, tuition free, except for supplies, laboratory or shop fees.

To be eligible for enrollment under the Amendment 23 provision, applicants must:

• be residents of Georgia, 62 years of age or older at the time of registration, and shall present a birth certificate or other comparable written documentation of age to enable the institution to determine eligibility. Please note, students will be asked to complete an Amendment 23 waiver form after acceptance.

Degree Seeking Amendment 23 Students:

If you are seeking a degree or course credit, you must first apply online and submit the $25 application fee and meet all requirements based on your classification (freshman, transfer, post-bac).

Non-Degree Seeking Amendment 23 Students:

If you are auditing as a 62+ student, apply online and submit the $25 application fee and have official transcripts sent from the last college attended.

As a newly accepted adult/non-traditional student, complete the following steps to confirm your enrollment and claim your spot.

Adult/Non-Traditional Freshman

1. Register for orientation (required for all new freshmen)
2. Apply for scholarships and financial aid (optional)

Adult/Non-Traditional Transfer

1. Complete the Newly Admitted Student Advisor Connection Form. You will receive a link to the form in your email. After completing the form, either your COMPASS advisor or your faculty advisor will reach out to you about creating your first semester schedule.
2. Apply for scholarships and financial aid (optional)

There are a number of additional tasks to complete the enrollment process. For a comprehensive listing of all steps required for enrollment, please visit our Accepted Student Checklist below.

NEW STUDENT CHECKLIST