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Admissions Process

Admission to OFTC is a multi-step process which consists of evaluation of prior academic experience and assessment for postsecondary readiness of eligible applicants.

The ability of a student to succeed in a program at a technical college is greatly determined by the math and language skills possessed by that student. OFTC is committed to assisting each student to achieve at his/her maximum potential. All students applying for diploma, degree, and certificate programs must be assessed prior to acceptance to a program of study at a technical college. Students will then be admitted in accordance with the academic standards applicable to that program

Applicants are processed, and the names of applicants are placed on a list of programs on a first-come, first-served priority, except in competitive admission programs. Because of the increasing demand for technical training, the chances of being accepted in the desired program are better if a student applies early.

Admissions Steps:

  1. Prospective students can apply to OFTC:
    1. Online at www.oftc.edu (click “APPLY ONLINE” on the homepage); or
    2. By completing a paper application (available at any OFTC campus or center or by emailing admissions@oftc.edu; or
    3. Via the Georgia Virtual Technical Connection website at gvtc.tcsg.edu
  2. Submit the non-refundable $25.00 application fee.
  3. Submit an official copy of student’s high school transcript or high school equivalency transcript (e.g. GED®, HiSET®, CareerPlus HSE) to the Admissions Office. (Transcript request forms are available in the Admissions Office and on the OFTC website.  Transcripts for many Georgia high schools can be ordered through GAFutures.org)
  4. Submit an official copy of postsecondary transcripts for all colleges or universities attended to the Admissions Office. (Transcript request forms are available and on the OFTC website.)
  5. Veterans must submit a copy of their DD214, military transcript and VA application and/or Certificate of Eligibility.
  6. OFTC must evaluate students’ readiness for degree, diploma, and certificate programs. OFTC may accept a student’s official entrance score on the following validated assessment instruments if the scores meet the required minimums:
    1. SAT
    2. ACT/Pre-ACT
    3. PSAT
    4. TABE 9/10 scores of 461 of higher in reading and 442 or higher in math for placement into entry level workforce certificate programs
    5. TABE 11/12 scores of 501 in reading for Levels M and D and 496 for math for Levels M and D. A score of 536 for reading if using Level A and 537 for math if using Level A
    6. Georgia Milestones Literature & Composition or Georgia Milestones American Literature & Composition (English admission requirement only)
    7. HOPE GPA after completion of 10th grade of 2.6 or higher
    8. High school GPA of 2.0 for approved entry level workforce certificates
    9. GED® Math or Reading scores must meet the minimum passing score if used for placement into any certificate, diploma, or degree program
    10. HiSET® Math, Reading, or Language Arts scores must meet the minimum passing score if used for placement into any certificate, diploma, or degree program
    11. Completed TCSG form documenting two years of work/career-related experience for approved entry level workforce certificates
    12. Accuplacer/Companion
    13. Compass/Asset

*A student possessing an associate’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution shall be exempted from placement requirements.

Assessment results are transferable to any TCSG college.

Official transcripts from a regionally or nationally accredited postsecondary institution recognized by the United States Department of Education documenting equivalent program-level English and math coursework successfully completed (C or better) may be used in lieu of placement exams.

Credentials submitted become and remain the property of OFTC and will not be returned to the applicant, duplicated, or transferred to another institution.

NOTE: Certain programs do not require a high school diploma, high school equivalency diploma, or placement test scores. Placement tests are not required for special admit (non-diploma/non-credit) students unless recommended by the Admissions Office. Contact the Admissions Office for details.

All students must meet regular admission status in their program of study in order to graduate.

Payment of fees for the processing of an admissions application shall entitle applicants to have their application form reviewed according to normal admissions procedures at the college. The payment of an application fee does not guarantee admission to the college or to any program.

Admissions Appeal

Applicants who feel that they were unjustly denied admission have the right to appeal any decision regarding acceptance to OFTC. Appeals should be made in writing to the director of student affairs within three (3) business days of receiving notification of their admission status. The written document must include specific details supporting the appeal. A further appeal may be made to the vice president of student affairs. This appeal also must be made in writing to the vice president within three (3) business days of receiving notification of the director of student affairs’ decision. The decision of the vice president of student affairs is final.

Eligible Applicants

Any individual 16 years of age or older who seeks access to quality instruction designed to develop or improve occupational competencies is eligible for admission. Certain academic programs may have different minimum age requirements. The president of the college may waive the “16 years of age” requirement for secondary students who are participating in an articulated program of study.