Maryanne Atkinson Program Coordinator

STEP Program for High School Students

Mission

The STEP Program provides an opportunity for high school or home- schooled students to take college courses. Students may choose to do so to finish requirements for a high school diploma or for personal enrichment purposes.

Transfer Opportunities

College level courses taken at NSCC may be transferred to a 4-year college or university. The
Joint Admission Program at NSCC provides a great opportunity to gain admission to participating colleges or universities.

Important Registration Information

PLACEMENT TESTING

Prior to registration, students may be required to take a series of placement tests to assist with class selection. These tests are used to determine whether potential students are ready for the college level coursework offered through the STEP program. Potential STEP students who have already taken the SATs may wish to submit these scores for review as well.

Please call the Testing Hotline at 978-762-4000 x4376 or 781-593-6722 x4376 for details about placement testing.

PREREQUISITES

Most courses have prerequisite requirements. Each course description will include information on any prerequisite that must be met in order to take that particular course. High school courses do not count as pre-requisites for college level courses.

People with questions regarding prerequisites may call the Enrollment and Records Office at 978-762-4000.

COURSE OFFERINGS

You can search for current course offerings (including descriptions, times, locations) from the main page of our web site using the ?Find Courses? tool on the right hand side of the page.

HOW TO REGISTER:

STEP Student ? Quick Admissions Option
If you are interested in taking a course(s) for your own benefit and do not intend to receive credit at your high school, you can do so. Registration options include using the
Mail-In/Fax-In Registration Form or drop by the Lynn or Danvers Enrollment Center between 8am and 7pm, M-Th or 8am and 5pm on Friday. If applicable, make sure to provide documentation of prerequisite requirements.


STEP Student ? Program Option
If you are interested in taking a course(s) and do want to receive credit at your high school, you should visit the Lynn or Danvers Enrollment Center for on-the spot admission. Please bring the following when you come to apply and register:

* A completed NSCC application

* A copy of your High School Transcript

* A copy of the STEP Agreement Form signed by a high school official (e.g. Guidance Counselor).

* A completed Release of Information Form

*If your course has a prerequisite requirement, a copy of your SAT scores* OR scores from NSCC?s Computerized Placement Tests.

An advsior will help you register for courses based upon information on your STEP agreement form and prerequisite(s) for courses.


*depending on SAT scores, additional testing may be required

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
* High school students taking courses at North Shore Community College have all the rights and responsibilities of a College student.

* If taking courses for High School credit, only the high school can identify the required courses that are needed to graduate.

* College courses move at a quicker pace than high school courses. In order to do well, it is essential to attend every class and keep up with homework on a daily basis.

* The Tutoring Labs are available on each campus and STEP students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of these services.

* Students with disabilities who anticipate the need for accommodations should self-identify to the Student
Support Center AT LEAST two weeks prior to the beginning of classes. Please reference Disabilities Services' description of the differences between High School and College for further information. Particular attention should be given to page 9 of this handbook, which describes differences between high school and college.

* Courses fill quickly, so register as soon as possible.

Financial Information

Students and/or parents are responsible for the costs of tuition, fees, and books. Payment can be made in one lump sum or by installments for a $35 fee. Tuition is currently $121.00 per credit for Massachusetts residents (or $363 per 3 credit course).