We’re excited that you’ve chosen NTC for your educational journey! Your first step is to gain admission into your program, and we strive to make that process as easy as possible for you.
Admissions Process
We have a simple admissions process that often consists of only a few short steps. To learn more about the specific actions required for your chosen program, please visit its individual program page to get started.
Applications to enter an associate degree or technical diploma program will be accepted from students who are at minimum, 16 years old or older at the time of application. NTC begins accepting applications a year in advance on June 1st for the summer term, August 1st for the fall term, and January 1st for the spring term.
After submitting an application, students must provide one (or more) of the following admission criteria to assist with course selection or to meet specific program admission requirements: High School Transcript, Post-Secondary (College) Transcript, ACT Score, Compass Test Score, TABE Score, GED Score, Accuplacer Score. Please see the program pages for any additional requirements. An application will be considered “complete” once one (or more) of the admission criteria listed above has been received.
We’re here to help you get started.
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Tuition & Fees
View tuition rates for the current or upcoming semester and learn more about additional fees that may apply to your tuition bill.
Financial Aid
Financial aid can help you pay for your education through grants, loans, work-study programs and scholarships if you qualify for assistance.
Transferring Credits In
Did you begin your education at another college or university? NTC’s Transfer team is available to review your transcript to identify which courses we are eligible for transfer credit.
Credit for Prior Learning
Share with us what you already know, so you can spend time focusing on what you still need to learn. You have the opportunity to gain course credit for knowledge and skills gained through a variety of educational, work, military and other experiences.
Earn Credit for Military Service
Your military service and training experiences may qualify you for college credit. Any potential credit awarded will be based on the branch of military you served.
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Earn Credit for National Exams You’ve Completed
We can award you credit based on your scores for nationally-recognized exams, such as Advanced Placement and College-Level Examination Program tests.
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Earn Credit for Work–Life Experience
We have hundreds of Prior Learning Assessments available that can help you earn credit by demonstrating your ability to meet course competencies based on your work/life experience.
Applying Undecided
If you need help identifying which program is right for you, don’t worry. Whether you are completely undecided on your program choice or simply curious about the differences between some of our programs, we have the resources for you.
You have the option to fill out the application and become accepted to NTC as an undecided student. From there, our trained Career Coaches, your Admissions experts, will help you one-on-one to select your program and utilize Focus2, our online career and education planning tool.
Evaluating Readiness: Admission Requirements & Selection Process
Some of our health programs and our Veterinary Technician program have a few additional steps that are required after being admitted to the college, but before you are able to begin core program courses.
Transition Services
Veteran Services
NTC is a Military Friendly School, and we are proud to offer resources and assistance with veteran education benefits for veterans, service members and qualified family members.
Center for Access & Accommodations
Academic accommodations can provide you the resources you need to fully participate in all aspects of learning by reducing barriers and providing support.
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International Admissions
International students wishing to attend NTC are required to fill out our standard application, but also must complete a few additional International student admissions steps. These include submitting a statement of financial resources and Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores.
Have Questions?
We’re happy to help answer any questions you might have.