Admission Procedures for New Students
Admission to Wayne County Community College District is “open door” and automatic for those who are 18 or older. Admission to specific programs is not automatic. New students are required to complete an Application for Admission and complete an online orientation. Students are encouraged to apply for admission online at www.wcccd.edu.
After completing an application and the ACCUPLACER® assessment, students will meet with an academic advisor to discuss their educational goals and select appropriate courses. Upon registration for any academic class students will automatically be provided with a WCCCD student e-mail account. Students can access their email by logging into their Web-Gate account at https://webgate.wcccd.edu and clicking on View Your WCCCD email Address under Main Menu. All official college communication to students will come through WCCCD student e-mail accounts. WCCCD students will be responsible for communications sent to this address. It is the student’s responsibility to frequently check both their email and Web-Gate accounts for important announcements and updates.
For those under 18 years of age, the possession of a high school diploma/GED or approval of a parent or guardian is required to accompany the Application for Admission. Persons under age 16 must re-apply and be approved for each semester for which they intend to enroll regardless of previous enrollments. Applications for persons under the age of 16 are submitted to the District Office of Student Services, 801 W. Fort St., Detroit, MI 48226. These classes may be available at no cost to the high school student who qualifies under the State School Aid Act, PA.148, Section 216. Students should contact their high school principal or academic advisor.
Transfer Students
Students transferring to Wayne County Community College District from other colleges or universities who wish to have credit transferred to their WCCCD record, should request the previous institution to forward official copies of their transcripts to the District Records Office. Generally, credit earned from regionally accredited institutions and from all publicly supported junior and community colleges is acceptable if earned with a grade of “C” or better and is appropriate to the student’s program of study. Transfer students are also encouraged to apply online at www.wcccd.edu. Students who have a bachelor’s or graduate degree are not required to take a placement test to enroll.
Former Students (Returning)
A returning student is an individual who has not attended the District for the last two years. All students in this category must complete an application for re-admission request online at www.wcccd.edu. All students re-admitted to the District after missing four or more regular semesters or two years will be responsible for the curricula and regulations published in the current catalog and other official publications which are in effect at the time of their re-admission. In certain cases, dates of program admission may take precedence over dates of college admission for the purpose of meeting program requirements for graduation.
Program Admission
Certain programs at the District have prerequisite courses and other criteria required for admission. In addition to meeting the official admissions/registration requirements, students are required to apply for official program admission to their program of study. Students must complete an official Program Admission Form that may be online at www.wcccd.edu. Program admission is required for technical degrees and certificate programs.
International Students
Wayne County Community College District encourages applicants for admission from qualified persons around the world and values the diversity that international students bring to campus. A vibrant international student population translates to a stronger multicultural experience for all students.
The District is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students on the “F-1” student visa. Wayne County Community College District follows requirements set forth by the United States Department of Homeland Security. Each requirement must be satisfied before admission as an International Student is considered. International applicants should visit the website for application deadlines and a list of credentials needed for a complete application to be considered at: http://www.wcccd.edu/students/inter_students_admission.html.
Senior Citizens
Citizens who are residents of the district and 60 years of age or older may enroll in academic classes at Wayne County Community College District tuition-free. Senior Citizen Tuition Waivers will be granted on a seat-availability basis in regularly scheduled academic classes. Continuing Education classes or classes leading to Continuing Education Certificates are not included in this tuition waiver. Although student activity fees shall be waived for senior citizens, they are responsible for all other fees such as the cost of books and class supplies. Senior citizen students are expected to adhere to the same academic standards, rules and regulations that are in place for other students. Proof of age and residency is required at the time of registration.
Guest Students
Students currently enrolled at another post-secondary institution who wish to register for classes at WCCCD must submit a completed Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (MACRAO) Michigan Undergraduate Guest Application which can be found at https://www.macrao.org/uniform-guest-application.
Native American Students
Free tuition is available to eligible Native American students. Students, however, are responsible for all fees, books and class supplies. Students claiming this exemption must present appropriate documentation at the time of enrollment. For more information visit the Office of Admissions and Records at your campus.
Michigan Colleges Online
Michigan Colleges Online (MCO) is an initiative of the Michigan Community College Association and the twenty-eight (28) Michigan community colleges. Students can enroll for courses at other colleges through the Michigan Colleges Online site, complete the course from another “Provider” college while maintaining their status at their home college and continue to receive Home college support services. For further information, please visit https://www.micollegesonline.org/.
Student Assessment
All first-time students with intent to pursue a degree or certificate must be assessed for skills in reading, writing, and mathematics prior to registering for classes. Students may be exempt from placement testing and orientation for up to 9 credit hours for personal interest. The assessment used is ACCUPLACER® and the process takes approximately two hours to complete. If a student has attended another college or university they may be exempt from assessment testing. Official transcripts must be submitted proving that certain courses in English, writing and mathematics have been completed. All Dual/Concurrent Enrollment students registering for Math or English courses must take the ACCUPLACER® Assessment test.
The results of your assessment testing do not affect your admission to WCCCD. Students who meet the “open door” admission requirements are automatically admitted to the college. However, the results of your assessment testing will be used by the District to ensure that you are placed in courses appropriate for your skill level, particularly in English and mathematics.
To arrange for the ACCUPLACER® assessment, contact the Student Services Office at the campus of your choice. Please plan to stay at least two hours for your testing session. It is suggested that you prepare for assessment prior to your test day. Please visit www.wcccd.edu to sample test questions and practice tests to help you prepare. Please bring a photo ID when testing. Students are encouraged to call the campus to confirm the testing schedule.
Assessment Requirements and Institutional Priorities
WCCCD is committed to creating a holistic learner-centered environment in which students, faculty, and administrators collaborate to improve student learning. To that end, WCCCD focuses on (1) assessing the degree to which students achieve their stated goals and learning outcomes for courses, programs, and disciplines and (2) sharing assessment results among students, faculty members, and administrators to inform decisions regarding the improvement of student learning, teaching, curricula, and institutional practices.
English as a Second Language Testing (ESL)
Once admitted to Wayne County Community College District, students will be assessed using the ACCUPLACER® assessment. This service is limited only to students who have applied and been accepted by the College. Results from the ACCUPLACER® assessment will be used by District staff to assist students with placement in courses that are appropriate to the student’s skill level.
Program Testing
The Office of Career Planning and Placement administers a number of assessment services for students, faculty, advisors and staff.
Academic Advisement and Guidance Services
Students may interact with academic advisement online and at the campus. Each campus is staffed with advisors and support staff who provide advising services as an integral part of the instructional process. In assisting students to achieve their academic greatest potential, our advisors and staff are committed to an effective entry-exit college experience. Services provided include:
- Educational guidance
- Academic advising
- College transfer information
- Scholarship information
- Personal/social/career advising
Jointly, advisement staff and the student may develop a plan which gives a student the opportunity to gain competencies in:
- Program selection
- Goal setting
- Career focus
- Stress management
- Time management
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