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Registration Procedures
All students must first be admitted to
the College in order to register for classes during designated registration
periods preceding each semester. Students should refer to the schedule of
classes published prior to each semester for specific registration procedures.
Registration for
New and Readmission Students
Times and locations for registration appear on the web and in the schedule of
classes. Re-admit students should bring unofficial transcripts or grade
reports of previous work with you at the time of registration.
Registration for
Continuously Enrolled Students
Students who have attended Three Rivers within the last two years may register
during the early registration period. Times and locations for registration are
mailed to continuing students and appear on the web and in the schedule of
classes.
There are two types
of student classifications for registration:
Degree
Candidate (matriculated student)
- A student who is
in a plan of study at Three Rivers which, upon successful completion, will
result in the award of either an associate degree or a certificate of
completion.
Non-Degree (non-matriculated student) - A student who is enrolled on a course-by-course basis and is not in a degree or certificate program at Three Rivers.
Students in either of the above classifications may register for a full-time (minimum of 12 credits per semester) or part-time (maximum of 11 credits per semester) course load.
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Measles and Rubella Immunization Requirement
By law (Public Act 89-90) all higher
education institutions in Connecticut require all full-time enrolled
students and part-time matriculated students born after December 31, 1956 to
submit evidence of immunization against measles and rubella before
permitting them to register for classes.
Measles - The required immunization consists of two doses of measles vaccine (administered at least one month apart). The first dose must have been given on/or after January 1, 1969 (and after the student’s first birthday) and the second dose after January 1, 1980.
Rubella - The required immunization for rubella (German Measles) is one dose of rubella vaccine administered after the student’s first birthday.
NOTE: These health records must be submitted to the Admissions Office prior to registration for courses.
Exemptions from
Measles and Rubella Immunization Requirements
Exemptions
are granted only under the following conditions:
Graduates from Connecticut public high schools from 1999 to present do not have to submit proof.
Students claiming a religious or medical exemption may be excluded from college activities, including classes and exams when there is an outbreak of measles or rubella on campus.
Auditing Courses
A student who wishes to take a credit course without receiving credit can
register as an auditor by the fourth week in the semester. Auditors are charged
regular tuition and fees but do not receive a final letter grade. With
instructor approval auditors attend class regularly but graded activities such
as exams are limited. Audited courses are shown on a student’s transcript.
Students are not eligible to receive financial aid, VA, or Tuition Assistance
for audited courses. Please check the Academic Calendar for the deadline to
request an Audit.
Change in Schedule or Program
Adding Courses
Students may add courses
through the dates shown in the academic calendar provided:
After the first week of the add period, a student must, in addition to the above, obtain written permission from the instructor to enroll in the course after the first week of classes.
Dropping Courses
Students may drop courses up to
the final drop date as specified in the academic calendar. Courses dropped prior
to or during the first two weeks of classes in a standard semester or the first
two days of a summer session or modular course are removed from the official
class roster. Dropped courses will not appear on the student’s transcript.
• To drop a course, the student must complete the add/drop form available on the college’s website, in the Registrar’s Office or any Student Service Office, or verbally notify the Registrar’s Office.
• Late drops will not be permitted
Withdrawing from
Courses
After the last drop date as specified in the academic calendar, students may
withdraw from courses by completing the appropriate form (based on the
withdrawal procedure criteria) available in the Registrar’s Office or any
Student Services Office or by verbally notifying the Registrar’s Office. A grade
of "W" will be entered for each course from which a student withdraws. The
course(s) and grade of "W" will appear on the student’s transcript.
Note: Failure to attend class is not an acceptable method of either dropping or withdrawing. This will result in a failing grade of "F" on the student’s permanent transcript and can seriously affect future reinstatement or transfer to another college. Non-attendance either before or after the start of classes does not cancel the financial obligation to pay fees and tuition incurred at the time of registration for classes. Students will remain liable for any outstanding payments of tuition and fees due the College.
Changing Program of
Study
Students who wish to change
their enrollment from one degree program to another (for example, to change from
General Studies to Computer Science Technology) should first discuss the change
of program with their advisor or a counselor. A change of program form,
available at any Student Services Office, must be completed and submitted to the
Student Development Office.
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Registration between Connecticut Community
Colleges
The Connecticut Community Colleges have
adopted a coordinated policy that may broaden the student’s education at a
reduced total cost to the student.
• Full-time students (those paying maximum General Fund tuition) in one Community College may enroll for courses at another Community College tuition free, if the home college does not offer the course, and if space is available at the host college which is offering the course.
• A student wishing to enroll in a host college course must complete a Three Rivers Application for Admission and present a receipt at registration to show that the maximum full-time tuition was paid at the home college. The policy does not apply to self-supporting courses.
Summer Session Registration
The College offers day and
evening self-supporting courses during the summer at a single tuition rate
(Educational Extension Credit Program tuition rate). The College welcomes
experienced students from other colleges and universities who wish to make up
courses or earn advanced standing at their home institution. Credits earned at
Three Rivers are generally acceptable to other colleges, but students are
advised to consult their home institution for information regarding transfer of
credits. Summer students should follow the admission and registration procedures
listed in the published summer session schedule. Generally, students enrolling
in the summer session are admitted with non- degree status.
Three Rivers students may attend the summer session to lighten their study load during the regular academic year or to reduce the time needed to earn their degrees. Students are encouraged to check the appropriateness of their course selection with their advisors. Summer session schedules are available in early spring via the internet at http://my.commnet.edu or by calling the Admissions Office.
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Three Rivers Community College
7 Mahan Drive,
Norwich, CT 06360
(860) 886-0177
Updated: 4/25/2008