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Message from the Vice-President of Student Services, Dr. Condoa Parrent Welcome to North Central Texas College!As parents of recent High School graduates you must be proud of your child. It is such a great experience to watch your child walk across the stage during graduation and know that you have done a wonderful job in developing your child into a successful young man or young woman. As educators, we know that You as parents are the number ONE most important factor that leads to the academic success of your child. The transition from High School to College will be a new exciting experience for you and your High School graduate. You are well on your way to also experiencing a new chapter entitled "My child's college years ….a road to independence. New College students experience academic independence and your role as a parent will change from coach to cheerleader. We also know that You will continue to support your child through their College years from the sidelines. We encourage you to visit the following web pages we designed for our NCTC parents with information concerning (FERPA) Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 that dictate rules and regulations on access of student’s records, NCTC policies, procedures and student success resources provided to students. Also, we have included information on the North Central Texas College Advantage, What Every Parent Should Know and Frequently Asked Questions by our NCTC Parents: Frequently Asked Questions asked by Our NCTC Parents:
NCTC is committed to providing the best quality education to your son or daughter and we encourage you to continue to be supportive throughout your child’s college years. Sincerely, Condoa M. ParrentDr. Condoa M. Parent Vice President of Student Services The North Central Texas College Advantage A Learning College NCTC has an educational commitment of excellence in all academic areas of instruction. Affordability NCTC ‘s affordable tuition cost is lower than tuition at a four-year college or university. Financial assistance is available. Find out more about Financial Aid online by clicking on the link. The Competitive Advantage of NCTC Academic Environment
Exceptional Faculty At NCTC, we keep class sizes small to allow student-faculty interaction. We believe communication, interaction and critical thinking are essential skills to your success at NCTC. Faculty members are dedicated to helping you achieve the well-rounded education and current skills to use in your work enviroment. Quality Curriculum North Central Texas College seeks to implement its first goal of providing quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and science by identitying a core of general education courses. NCTC offers a variety of majors and certificates in various other technical and academic disciplines. The courses and programs emphasize competencies in critical thinking intellectual perspectives of historical consciousness, multi-cultural awareness, numerical comprehension and analysis, appreciation of the scientific method and a concern about human ethics and values.
. Frequently Asked Questions: Access to Student Records Why is NCTC unable to tell me anything about my child educational records? According to federal law, college students have the right to the privacy of all their education records including grades, financial information,and disciplinary records. Under this law, parents who want to gain access to a student’s records can do so if the child/ student signs an Authorization to Release Education Records located in the Admission/Registrar Office. Unless a student makes other arrangements with us, we do not contact parents about his or her progress at college. It is the responsibility of the student to communicate their academic progress to the parent. How can I get a copy of my student's grades? The easiest and fastest way to obtain information about your child’s grades or records is for you to ask your student. Students can look up information by visiting Campus Connect on our on-line student information portal. The student's are able to print off information and email a copy to you. Since I am paying for my child’s education, why can’t I get a copy of his/her records? FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974) requires that access to a college student's records must be released with approval of the student. However, parents can receive information about their student if they show proof that the student is financially dependent for IRS purposes. To do so, submit a copy of your tax records that show dependent status, to the registration office. NOTE: Please keep in mind that the Office of Admission/Registrar personnel may not be able to grant your request immediately as they are required to have the Registrar’s permission prior to releasing student records to anyone other than the student. How can I get verification of my student’s enrollment and grade point average for my insurance company? An Authorization to Release Education Records verification form may be obtained through the Office of Admissions/Registation Office. The form requires the student's signature, and then it may be mailed to the college or dropped off in the Office of Admission/Registration to be processed. How do I get a message to my student? For emergencies only, Office of Admission/Registrar phone number 940.498.-6280 is the first place to call if you need to contact your student. Although we cannot guarantee we can reach your student, we do make the effort to do so. If the student is in class, as per his or her schedule, we will deliver the message to the instructor for disbursement.
Frequent Asked Questions: Paying for your son or daughter's tuition: Financial Aid How can I find out if my child qualifies for financial aid to pay for college? To find out more about how to apply for financial aid and scholarships click on the Financial Aid Web page. Information on student employment on campus, work-study, and institutional work-study is available through the financial aid office. Why do I have to give my income information when my student applies for financial aid? Congress has determined that parents are responsible for providing for their children's educational expenses until they achieve independent status. General, a student is classified as independent if they fit into one of the follow categories:
If a student does not fit into one of these categories, then the parent will be required to provide information on the FAFSA form to determine financial aid eligibility. Are there part-time job opportunities while attending NCTC? Yes, many of our students work on and off campus while they attend college. Encourage your son or daugher to visit NCTC’s Career Center on line to obtain information on outside job opportunities. How do I know if my student's tuition is paid in full? Your student can look up their current schedule on the Campus Connect and it will show the tuition at the bottom of the screen. Visit Campus Connect to access the information. It will show the outstanding balance or a zero balance if tuition is paid. Do I have to pay tuition all at once? Tuition must be paid in full on or before the due date. If your financial aid award is not enough to cover tuitioin or is not in place by the tuition date, you must still pay by the due date. Visit our Business Office Webpage. What can my child take at NCTC? Below are degree programs that NCTC offers at our various campuses:
Dual Credit Program NCTC Dual Credit Program allows high school students to receive both high school and college credit for college courses taught by NCTC either at our satellite campus at Little Elm High School, Northwest High School or NCTC’s campuses. College courses used for dual credit must meet graduation requirements at your high school. Please visit our Dual Credit Program website. How can I help my student choose the right class? Choosing the right class is very important for the new student's success during the first semester. It is recommended that all new students visit with a counselor who will assist them in course selections and career counseling. How can I register my student for classes? Please visit our registration information webpage for information on how to register for courses at NCTC. Is there any honor society for students who maintain a 3.5 GPA or higher? Yes. The Phi Theta Kappa and Psi Iota Chapter are honor societies for students who maintain a 3.5/4 grade point average or higher. How can students purchase their books before the semester begins? Students may buy books at the NCTC Bookstore on campus or online.
Frequent Asked Questions Concerning Student SuccessWhat is the difference between a high school and college environment? College requires students to function independently, be self-directed, and be mature enough to handle adult subject matter and a diverse population in an academic environment. College students are expected to contribute to the learning environment and behave in a manner that will not disrupt instruction, the classroom, events, or other campus settings. The student must read the Student Handbook for rules, regulations policies and procedures. The college workload averages two hours of homework for every hour of class time. What does NCTC do to help students adjust to NCTC Life? All new students are required to attend On-Line Orientation in order to register for classes. During this orientation the student will learn about all available academic support and personal services NCTC has to offer a student. What if my child/student is struggling academically? How can I help? Students, particularly new students, can encounter academic difficulties. The adjustment to a college environment can be challenging for the high school graduate. If you find signs of declining interest in college courses, you should encourage your child/student to contact their advisor at the Counseling and Career Center. The Counselors will assist the student with information of the appropriate academic or personal services the college has to offer. My child/student is eligible for disability services. Does NCTC offer services to assist my child/student? NCTC provides accommodations for students with disabilities through our ACCESS program. The Access program is designed to provide a number of academic services such as notetakers,scribes, readers, Sign Language Interpreters and books on tape just to name a few services. Students must register with the ACCESS program. My child/student is having problems with a teacher, how can I set up a teacher conference? Trying to arrange teacher conferences or making personal phone calls to the instructor to discuss your student’s performance is not appropriate at the college and university level. When the minor student is enrolled in a college class he/she are considered to be a responsible adult. Students (regardless of age) are expected to take the initiative to address academic or personal problems that may interfere with their ability to succeed in a course. The college provides advisors, and counselors to assist students in overcoming academic difficulties, up to and including a grievance process if student feels he/she have been treated unjustly. In addition, it is not appropriate for parents to contact faculty or academic administrators about their child’s performance. What if my child has math anxiety? NCTC instructors and staff are aware that many students may have fear and anxiety about taking math classes. The Student Success Center provides the students with one-on-one math tutoring. In addition, the Math Professors work with student during office hours and during scheduled appointments. A student experiencing math anxiety can also meet with a counselor in the Counseling and Career Center to talk about their concerns and fears. The counselors will help the student to identify strategies and can refer students to quarterly workshops related to math anxiety. College Success Tools and Tips
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