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Where can I find high school equivalency test preparation at CSN?

High School Equivalency (HSE) test preparation, as well as the alternative HiSET test, is offered at CSN through the Division of Workforce and Economic Development www.csn.edu/workforce-development.

Can enrollment in CSN courses be used in determining date of matriculation?

Enrollment in CSN non-credit courses, which are not state-funded, shall not be used in determining “date of matriculation” for evaluation of residence. Placement testing should take place prior to matriculation. Additionally, English and mathematics testing must take place no more than two years prior to matriculation.

How many credits do you need for a second degree at CSN?

Complete 15 credits in residence beyond the requirements for the first degree; therefore, the student must complete a minimum of 75 semester credits if pursuing a second associate degree or 45 semester credits if pursuing a second certificate. Thirty semester credits of which were earned in residence at CSN.

What qualifications do I need to apply to CSN?

Those applicants who are specifically seeking a degree or certificate of achievement and are applying for federal financial aid must have a high school diploma recognized by the Department of Education from their respective state of graduation, its equivalent, or be a qualified international student to be admitted to CSN.

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How do I transfer credits from CSN?

Transferring Credits Step-by-Step: Request official transcripts from your previous school and have them sent to the address above. 2. After a week or two contact CSN's Admissions & Records Office (702-651-4060) to confirm receipt of transcripts.

Can you get a degree from CSN?

Types of Degrees There are four-degree options available at CSN. Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, and Associate of Business are two-year transfer degrees that translate to the first two years of a four-year bachelor's degree.

Does CSN credits transfer out of state?

CSN has established transfer and articulation partnerships throughout the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) and a variety of other private, public, and out-of-state institutions.

Does CSN accept electronic transcripts?

NOTE: Transcript orders are not processed on weekends or during Federal holidays. The College of Southern Nevada (CSN) has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcript ordering via the Internet.

What is CSN graduation rate?

12.3% (For first-time, part-time in 2018–19)College of Southern Nevada (South) / Graduation rate

How many credits do I need to graduate at CSN?

120 unitsAll students must complete a minimum of 40 upper division units and a total of 120 units to graduate.

Can you transfer credits from CSN to UNLV?

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) reverse transfer agreement allows former students who earned 15 or more credits at CSN and transferred to Nevada State College (NSC), the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), or the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) without completing their degree to earn their Associate ...

Can you transfer from UNLV to CSN?

Need to meet with a Transition Advisor at the UNLV/CSN Transfer Program? Students who are currently enrolled at CSN can schedule an appointment at one of the UNLV/CSN Transfer Office locations listed below. Prior to making an appointment, CSN students must: Visit their CSN Counselor/Advisor to get a degree audit.

Can you transfer credits out of state?

Transferring college credits out of state is possible, but the process can get a bit complicated at times. There's no one set of rules that governs transfers from one school to another. Even within the same state, transfers from one institution to another can be complicated!

What is the acceptance rate for CSN?

100%Southern Nevada is a public college located in Las Vegas, Nevada. It is a mid-size institution with an enrollment of 9,431 undergraduate students. The Southern Nevada acceptance rate is 100%.

How many credits is full time at CSN?

12Federal Pell awards are based on levels of enrollment: Full Time (12 or more credits), Three-Quarter Time (9 to 11.99 credits), Half Time (6 to 8.99 credits), and Less Than Half Time (3 to 5.99 credits). Loans require students to be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credits.

How do I get my high school transcripts after I graduate?

To get your transcripts years after graduating from high school or college, you can call your school and request them, order them online from your school's website or use a third-party website to have unofficial or official transcripts sent to you or sent to the institution of your choice.

What is CSN credit?

CSN credit may be granted to students who have achieved appropriate scores of 3, 4, or 5 on one or more of the Advanced Placement Tests offered by the College Entrance Examination Board. The tests are administered each year in May and are available to all high school seniors who have taken advanced placement courses in high school ...

What are advanced placement credits?

Advanced placement and/or credit may be granted to entering students who have achieved appropriate scores on one or more of the Advanced Placement Tests offered by the College Entrance Examination Board . Students who receive AP advanced placement or credit progress immediately to more advanced courses and may apply these credits toward the total required for a degree. CSN credit may be granted to students who have achieved appropriate scores of 3, 4, or 5 on one or more of the Advanced Placement Tests offered by the College Entrance Examination Board. The tests are administered each year in May and are available to all high school seniors who have taken advanced placement courses in high school and to other interested students who feel they have knowledge of the given subject being tested equal to the college-level course on the subject. Refer to our General Catalog & Student Handbook for additional information.

Can NTE credits be used for general education?

NTE credits can only be applied towards Special Program Requirements and cannot be used towards General Education Requirements.

General Policy

CSN is an open access institution and any adult can apply for admission and enroll in classes.

New Degree-Seeking Student

Those applicants who are specifically seeking a degree or certificate of achievement and are applying for federal financial aid must have a high school diploma recognized by the Department of Education from their respective state of graduation, its equivalent, or be a qualified international student to be admitted to CSN.

Classification of Students

Student enrollment is determined by the Office of the Registrar based on the number of credits they have completed. This calculation is freshman: 29 credits or less, sophomore: 30-59 credits, junior 60-89 credits (limited entry bachelors); senior: 90 or more credits (limited entry bachelors).

Student Type

CSN offers a number of unique programs for qualified high school students. Some programs allow high school students to earn both high school and college credit simultaneously. High school students should check with their school counselor regarding necessary enrollment forms.

First Year Experience (FYE) & Coyote Orientation & Registration Event (C.O.R.E.)

First Year Experience (FYE) is a holistic experience of support, connection, and welcome for all new first-year students and families connecting students to peers, the CSN community, campus resources and a network for overall success.

Registration Information

Once a student has been admitted to CSN he/she may register for classes online via MyCSN at www.csn.edu or in person at the Office of the Registrar at any of the three main campuses.

Enrollment Verification

To request enrollment verification, students must go to MyCSN after the start of a semester. The student’s social security number must be in the system to access the online enrollment verification. Enrollment verification is free.

Transfer and Articulation Partnerships

Transferring to Another Institution

Four-Year School Transfer Services

Transferring from Another Institution

Transferring Within The Nevada System of Higher Education

• Student Rights
  Students have the right to: 1. Receive automatic fulfillment of lower-division general education requirements at the universities, state college, and community colleges that offer select baccalaureate degrees upon completion of an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or an As…
• Student Responsibilities
  Students have the responsibility to: 1. Understand the transfer policies and procedures of the institution they are considering for transfer. Students should seek information from the institution they are transferring to regarding: core curriculum, prerequisites, major program requirements, d…

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