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Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Levi - 03-30-2010
I just sent a letter today to the Director of Admissions at TESC asking for an exemption from the age requirement for enrollment (I'm under 21). I have 81 credits so far from CLEP and DSST and am a high school grad, so I fully expect the answer to be positive.
Hoping to hear back soon, so I can submit my application and graduate this fall! I'm kind of confused about when to order my CLEP and DSST transcripts because I always chose DO NOT SEND before the tests. If I order transcripts now, but I take some more exams before I'm actually accepted at TESC, will I have to reorder new transcripts?
I've heard horror stories about the customer service and the LONG waiting periods. But I feel that this college is the best choice for my situation.
So let it be written. So let it be done. :nopity:
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Ruddigore - 03-30-2010
Levi Wrote:I just sent a letter today to the Director of Admissions at TESC asking for an exemption from the age requirement for enrollment (I'm under 21). I have 81 credits so far from CLEP and DSST and am a high school grad, so I fully expect the answer to be positive.Well, EC will always be there if you change your mind.
Hoping to hear back soon, so I can submit my application and graduate this fall!
I've heard horror stories about the customer service and the LONG waiting periods. But I feel that this is the best choice for my situation.
Congratulations on taking the next step in getting your degree! It stirs the inside when you realize that you're actually committing to going the full distance.
You have one more credit than I do! Erg, I can't let that pass. Technical Writing on Thursday will fix that - I hope. :willynilly:
Anyway, we're all cheering you on - and the IC Support Forum is open 24/7!
R.
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - creationstory - 03-30-2010
Levi Wrote:I just sent a letter today to the Director of Admissions at TESC asking for an exemption from the age requirement for enrollment (I'm under 21). I have 81 credits so far from CLEP and DSST and am a high school grad, so I fully expect the answer to be positive.
Hoping to hear back soon, so I can submit my application and graduate this fall! I'm kind of confused about when to order my CLEP and DSST transcripts because I always chose DO NOT SEND before the tests. If I order transcripts now, but I take some more exams before I'm actually accepted at TESC, will I have to reorder new transcripts?
I've heard horror stories about the customer service and the LONG waiting periods. But I feel that this college is the best choice for my situation.
So let it be written. So let it be done. :nopity:
TESC has rejected people under 21 with 81 credits... get up to 90 and u should be good...
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Levi - 03-30-2010
creationstory Wrote:TESC has rejected people under 21 with 81 credits... get up to 90 and u should be good...
*Groan* Please don't tell me that...
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Levi - 03-30-2010
I just sent my first question to customer service today, and they answered my ticket within an hour!
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Ruddigore - 03-30-2010
Levi Wrote:*Groan* Please don't tell me that...Don't worry! Even if they do reject you now, you can just turn around three tests later and ask again.
"By endurance we conquer." - Motto of Sir Earnest Shackleton
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Levi - 03-30-2010
Ruddigore Wrote:Don't worry! Even if they do reject you now, you can just turn around three tests later and ask again.
"By endurance we conquer." - Motto of Sir Earnest Shackleton
You're right; I just want to apply as soon as possible.
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Paul - 03-30-2010
Why would TESC reject someone under 21 with 81 hours as stated above??
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - creationstory - 03-30-2010
Paul Wrote:Why would TESC reject someone under 21 with 81 hours as stated above??
tesc is centered for adult education
Thomas Edison State College | FAQs about Applying
Do you require SAT or ACT scores?
No. Students are not required to take the SAT or ACT. You must have a high school diploma or have passed the GED. And you must be 21 years of age. If youâre an international student, the application requirements are slightly different. Learn about applying.
Taking the Plunge - Applying to TESC - Levi - 04-12-2010
Just an update...
As I said, I mailed a letter to the Director of Admissions asking him to waive the age requirement for admission. Received an email from him on April 6th granting my request: :hurray:
Andrew,
I received your letter dated March 30, 2010. You are correct, the age policy of the College requires applicants be a minimum of 21 years of age. In your case, you have already matriculated 81 credit hours and you will be turning 21 in June of this year. With that being said, I will waive the age policy for you. Please fill out the Colleges on line application found at the link below.
Best Regards,
David P. Hoftiezer
Thomas Edison State College
Director of Admissions