VGCC starts Fall Semester Registration online and on-campus in July
The Fall 2012 semester at Vance-Granville Community College begins Monday, Aug. 20, but college officials advise students to apply and register for classes as early as possible. New students may apply for admission at any time prior to the beginning of the term. The upcoming semester’s course schedule is now available on VGCC’s web site by clicking on “WebAdvisor.” Printed schedules will also be available at all VGCC campuses and in boxes at various community locations.
Orientation sessions for new students in curriculum programs will be held in the Civic Center on VGCC’s Main Campus in Vance County on Tuesday, July 10 and Thursday, July 12, both at 9 a.m. and at 5 p.m. and on Wednesday, Aug. 8 at 5 p.m. Orientation sessions will also be offered at the Franklin County Campus on July 17 at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. and July 31 at 5 p.m., at South Campus (between Creedmoor and Butner) on July 11 and Aug. 9, both days at 10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., and at Warren County Campus on Aug. 2 at 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Returning students can register online or at VGCC’s four campuses, starting on Monday, July 23. However, only those students who are closer to graduating (having earned 30 or more total credit hours) will be able to register on July 23. On Tuesday, July 24, returning students who have earned 12 or more total credit hours may register. Registration will be open to all new and returning students on Wednesday-Thursday, July 25-26, and on Monday-Thursday, Aug. 13-16. Hours for in-person registration are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Students also have the option of registering for classes online through the WebAdvisor system, from July 23 through Aug. 16. High school students interested in taking VGCC courses through the Career and College Promise program should consult their school guidance counselors or a VGCC counselor. These students must register in person. For more information, go to vgcc.springerstudios.net/HighSchoolStudents .
Students may pay, verify payment or charge tuition and fees online through WebAdvisor (by Visa or MasterCard) or in person at the VGCC Business Office on Main Campus (or at the campus where they are enrolled) on the same days as registration. The Main Campus Business Office hours of operation during registration are 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Fridays. The payment deadline is Aug. 16 — by 5 p.m. if paying in person, or by midnight if paying online through WebAdvisor. Students will not be mailed an invoice or schedule of classes, but may view and print their charges and class schedule through their WebAdvisor account.
Anyone with questions about registration at Vance-Granville should contact the college’s Main Campus at (252) 492-2061 or visit any of the other campuses for more information.
FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE
Prospective students interested in seeking financial assistance are encouraged to visit the VGCC Financial Aid Office immediately and to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov .
Eligible students may receive Pell Grants ranging from $602 to $5,550. Students may also qualify for other college or state funds. In order for a student to charge tuition, fees, and books to financial aid awards, the application must be processed entirely prior to the registration period. Students with preschool-age children may receive financial assistance to help pay for child care, and applications for this help are also available at the Financial Aid Office. For more details regarding financial assistance, visit the Financial Aid Office in Room 8215 on Main Campus or call (252) 738-3280.
HELP FOR VETERANS
Military veterans who wish to use their Veterans’ Education benefits may contact the Financial Aid Office at (252) 738-3421. Veterans should check with Financial Aid to see if the programs in which they are interested are covered.
KEY DATES
July 23-24: Priority Registration for Returning Students
July 25-26: Open Registration for All Students
Aug. 2: Last Day of Summer Term
Aug. 13-16: Late Registration for All Students
Aug. 16: Tuition Payment Deadline (5 p.m. if paying in person)
Aug. 17: Last Day for Full Tuition Refund
Aug. 20: Fall Semester Classes Begin
Aug. 22: Last Day to Add a Class
Aug. 29: Last Day for Partial Tuition Refund; and Last Day to Drop with No Transcript Grade
