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How to Become a Student Check List (download PDF version)

1. Fill Out the Application

   You can apply online or complete the paper application. The college application only takes minutes to complete. There is no application fee. Visit www.eicc.edu/apply

2. Complete Financial Aid Paperwork and Apply for Scholarships

   FAFSA
   Federal Financial Aid Paperwork takes 4-6 weeks to complete. Begin this process early. The FAFSA is available for the next school year starting in January. Our financial aid staff can assist you in completing the FAFSA.

   The following dates are Clinton, Muscatine and Scott Community College’s priority financial aid processing deadlines to meet the tuition due date and be able to charge books in the bookstore:

   Fall Semester July 15 Spring Semester December 1 Summer Semester May 1

   To meet these deadlines, file your FAFSA as soon as possible and submit all paperwork required by the financial aid office. Visit www.eicc.edu/finaid for more information.

   Scholarships
   Clinton, Muscatine and Scott Community Colleges offer numerous scholarship opportunities.

   • Scholarship deadline for Fall is April 1 for all three colleges. Clinton and Scott also award Spring term scholarships.
   • Deadline for the spring scholarships is November 1. www.eicc.edu/scholarships

3. Send Your Transcripts

   High School or GED Transcripts

   Submit your high school or GED Transcripts showing you have completed your high school diploma or GED. We may use your high school or GED transcript to qualify you for financial aid, for admissions into specific academic programs or for course placement using your ACT scores.

   College Transcripts

   If you are planning on transferring in credits from another college or university, please have your official college transcripts sent directly to the Registrar's Office. Hand carried transcripts will not be used to award college credit. You will need to complete the Request for Transcript Evaluation Form to have your credits evaluated for use in your degree. Use of Unofficial Transcripts: We encourage you to bring copies of your unofficial transcripts with you to your first advising appointment as we may use them as guidelines for Advising and placement.

4. Assess for Success

   Students will need to complete an assessment for initial course placement. You can select from one of the following options to meet that requirement:

   COMPASS
   COMPASS Assessment Test is available at all three campuses, many of our satellite locations and some area high schools. Compass scores will be valid for placement for 3 years. Contact our testing centers for an appointment:

   CCC	563-244-7090
   MCC	563-288-6056
   SCC	563-441-4088

   Or ACT
   ACT Scores from an ACT test taken within the past 3 years.

   Or Exemption for Earned College Credits
   Have earned an associates degree or higher level degree earned from an accredited college.

   12 Credit Hours - Completed 12 or more college level credit hours including math and English and have a 2.0 GPA from an accredited college.

   Other Exemptions
   Exemptions may be made for students enrolling as a part time student in courses other than math and English.

5. Attend New Student “Bridge” Experience - Connecting New Students to College Success

   All new students are required to attend “Bridge”. Students will be provided an orientation to the colleges, meet with an advisor, start an academic degree plan and register for first term classes.

   Sessions are offered at a variety of times. Visit www.eicc.edu/bridge or call the campus nearest you to register for your “Bridge” experience.

   Contact:

   CCC	563-244-7004	jlgreen@eicc.edu
   MCC	563-288-6001	jmiller@eicc.edu
   SCC	563-441-4000	sccorientation@eicc.edu
   Toll Free 1-888-336-3907

    

6. Student Living Options

   Muscatine and Scott Community Colleges have Student Apartments available. You can learn more about Student Apartments at www.eicc.edu/housing
   
   

   MCC	563-506-5158
   SCC	563-499-5511

    

7. Pay for your classes

   Tuition and Fees are due a few weeks prior to the start of the term. You will be notified of the Tuition Due Date. You will need to have engaged in the financial aid process, be signed up for the payment plan or pay for your classes by the tuition due date. There are many options to pay for your classes. Visit with our business office to discuss payment arrangements. For more information visit www.eicc.edu/paying

8. Textbooks and Other Class Materials

   A few weeks prior to classes beginning, you can stop by our college bookstores to buy your textbooks and other required materials for your college courses. Students receiving financial aid may be able to charge their textbooks to their financial aid package. Contact the college bookstores for information about textbooks. www.eicc.edu/bookstores
   
   

   CCC	563-244-7111
   MCC	563-288-6111
   SCC	563-441-4111

    
   

9. College Welcome Event

   Our campuses will have a college welcome event prior to the start of the semester. Students and their families are encouraged to join the college for a fun event to start the semester. You will have an opportunity to learn about clubs and organizations, find your classroom, buy your books, and connect with staff and faculty . Mostly, it is our opportunity to welcome you and your family to our college community. For information on the welcome event visit www.eicc.edu/welcomeback

   For assistance, contact the college nearest you:

   Clinton Community College 1000 Lincoln Boulevard Clinton, IA 52732 (563) 244-7000 Muscatine Community College 152 Colorado Street Muscatine, IA 52761 (563) 288-6000 Scott Community College 500 Belmont Road Bettendorf, IA 52722 (563) 441-4000 Toll Free - 1-888-336-3907

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