Hey everyone! I heard that community colleges have a 100% acceptance rate, is that true? Can I apply to one and be sure I'll get in? I'd love to hear your thoughts on this.
While it's not accurate to say that every community college has a 100% acceptance rate, many community colleges do have open admissions policies. This means that they accept all or nearly all applicants who meet basic requirements, such as holding a high school diploma or GED. However, individual community colleges could have specific requirements or prerequisites for certain programs. So, it's important to look into the specific community college you're interested in to understand its admission requirements.
Keep in mind that even with open admissions, you might still need to submit an application, meet placement testing requirements, and complete necessary paperwork by the specified deadlines. Also, specific courses or programs within a community college might have limited seats or additional requirements, so it's always a good idea to apply early and follow any steps or guidelines provided by the college.
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