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CAPE COD COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ADMISSIONS VIEWBOOK
Your Pathway to Success!
1 WHY SHOULD YOU GO TO 4Cs? Find us on
MISSION STATEMENT
The students’ education is the first priority Centrally located on historic Cape Cod The latest in computer technology
at Cape Cod Community College. As a
learning-centered community, we value Excellent education available day or evening, Courses that transfer to other colleges or
the contributions of a diverse population, part-time or full-time universities
welcome open inquiry, and promote
mutual respect. The College offers a Over 6,500 students from diverse backgrounds 2+2 degree programs and transfer options to
strong educational foundation of critical move you up to the bachelor’s degree level
and creative thinking, communication Small classes promote learning & friendships
competency, and a global, multicultural Career planning and placement assistance
perspective that prepares students for life Dedicated, experienced professors teach all of
and work in the 21st century. Our liberal our courses, not teaching assistants Internships and part-time work opportunities
arts, sciences, and career programs provide
educational pathways that serve the Attentive, student-centered faculty and staff College for $5,000 per year for Massachusetts
varied social, economic, and demographic focus on your success residents
characteristics of our community with a
distinctive focus on sustainability. We honor Services and programs to increase your
our past, celebrate our present and imagine academic achievements and personal growth
our future.
Cape Cod Community College is strongly committed to serving the diverse populations of this region.
Information regarding the admissions process, academic program options, and financial aid is available in Spanish and
Portuguese. Please request these materials by calling 1-508-375-4091 or 1-508-375-4092.
Leave a message and your call will be returned.
The Affirmative Action Statement is available at www.capecod.edu/web/hr/affirmative-action
or on page 6 of the Admissions Application.
www.capecod.edu VISIT THE CAMPUS 2
Admissions representatives are ready to
lead you through our tranquil, 116 acre,
Admissions Events CONTENTS
wooded campus. Come and experience The Admissions Office hosts many Visit the Campus 2
our inviting atmosphere, complete with events throughout the year that will
a pond, tennis courts, athletic fields, and provide you with the opportunity State-of-the-Art Technology 3
academic buildings. to get to know our campus better.
Our events are designed to allow Academic Programs 4
Group information sessions are available you to meet with Admissions
weekdays. Tours are available by appointment representatives, faculty, staff and Transfer Incentives 5
current students as well as tour the
only. To schedule a tour or a general information
campus. For more information or Transfer Placements 6
tour please call 508 362.2131 ext. 4311. to register for any of the events
listed below, please visit the College Working Grads 7
Directions to Campus web site at www.capecod.edu
and select Enrollment Services> Application Instructions 8
From Central and Western Massachusetts Admissions>Campus Visits.
Take Route 495 South to Route 25 East. Follow Selective Health Programs 9
Route 25 E over the Bourne Bridge. At the
Application insert
Bourne rotary, go three-quarters of the way
around and turn right onto Sandwich Road/US Student Life 10
6 Bypass. Continue on Sandwich Road. At the
first traffic light, turn right onto the Mid-Cape Campus Life & Student
Connector and merge onto Route 6 East. Follow Resources 11-14
Route 6 E to exit 6. Take exit 6, bear left at the
split, and turn left at the traffic light onto Route Tuition and Fees 15
132/Iyannough Road. The College is a short
distance up on your right. Financial Aid 16
From the North Sustainability Efforts 17
Take Route 93
Serving the Community 18
South to Route
3 South. Follow
the signs for Cape
Cod, drive over
the Sagamore
Bridge onto Route
6 East toward
Hyannis and
Provincetown. Take exit 6, bear left at the split,
and turn left at the traffic light onto Route 132/
Iyannough Road. The College is a short distance
up on your right.
Visit us online at www.capecod.edu. The College
web site will give you information on many
aspects of the College including courses, events
and programs.
3 STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY Find us on
FAST FACT online Learning
4Cs has numerous spaces on The Office of Online and Learning
campus, including those at Technologies supports a variety of online
our Hyannis Center, that have courses that allow for flexible schedules. A
advanced presentation capabilities student taking online courses or courses
to aid in instruction and learning, with online components is expected to have
including: reliable access to both the Internet and a
61 presentation classrooms computer running a recent version of a web
(including classroom computer labs) browser.
57 presentation classrooms
with SMART technology Class lectures and course materials are
3 presentation lecture halls accessed via the College’s Learning
with SMART technology Management System, in a course space
3 presentation conference rooms set up by the instructor. Assignments and
activities are completed in the course space,
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or submitted online as an attachment.
Academic Computing Facilities Proctored testing, required for some online
Cape Cod Community College offers
courses, is conducted by the Online and
• Chef a top quality technology infrastructure.
Nearly 1,000 computers are connected
Learning Technologies Office located in the
Lorusso Technology Building, Room 215A.
to a local area network with high speed
• Transfer student Internet access. Wireless Internet access
For more information, contact the Office of
Online and Learning Technologies at
is available throughout the campus. All
from the Culinary students are provided network storage and
backup, email accounts, online registration
508 375.4040.
Students with disabilities who believe they
Institute of America and bill payment, and access to the
College’s Learning Management System.
need accommodations in online courses are
advised to contact the O’Neill Center for
• Studying Hospitality Fifteen personal computer classrooms
and laboratories are used for instruction
Disability Services in South 222 as soon as
possible, or call 508 362.2131, ext. 4337.
Management at 4Cs throughout the campus. The Open Lab,
with 32 modern computers, printers, and
scanners, is available for registered students
during school hours, from 7:30 AM until 9:30
“Being a non-traditional PM. Help Desk personnel are available in
student and returning to the Open Lab to assist students with their
a college setting may be technology needs.
scary at first but when you
come to 4Cs, the students,
the professors, they all
want to see you succeed.”
“If you have to take one
class at a time, there’s no
rush. You are here for one
reason – to better yourself
– and that’s what I see 4Cs
doing. It bettered me as a
person.”
www.capecod.edu ACADEMIC PROGRAMS 4
PROGRAMS TO FIT YOUR GOALS Certificate
PROGRAMS and CONCENTRATIONS
Cape Cod Community College is accredited by the New England Association of Alcohol/Substance Abuse Counselor I P
Schools and Colleges, Inc. to provide excellent general education and collegiate Alcohol/Substance Abuse Counselor II P
technical programs leading to the Associate in Arts degree, the Associate in Science Allied Health
degree, or a Certificate. The Associate in Arts degree is intended for students who Diagnostic Technician* FA
plan to transfer, as juniors, to a Bachelor’s degree program at another college or Massage Therapy FA
university. See page 5 for details on our 2+2 programs and transfer agreements. Medical Assisting FA
The Associate in Science degree prepares students to enter directly into their Medical Interpreter* P
chosen career field, or pursue further study after graduation. Each A.S. degree Paramedic* P
program incorporates academic subjects, professional skills, and practical Tri-Level Nurses Aid/Home Health Aid N
experience. Our short-term Certificate programs are designed to teach students Bookkeeping Clerk P
specific skills or prepare students for certification or licensure in specialized Computerized Accounting P
professions. Construction Technology* FA
Customer Service FA
Early Childhood Education*
‡
Associate in Arts Degree Associate in Science Degree Infant and Toddler FA
CONCENTRATIONS PROGRAMS and Preschool FA
CONCENTRATIONS Environmental Technology
Communication
Coastal Zone Management* N
Computer Science Business Administration Environmental Site Assessment* N
Education Accounting Geographic Information Systems* N
Elementary Education Hospitality Management Photovoltaic Technology* N
English Literature Management Small Wind Technology* N
English Writing Marketing Solar Thermal Technology* N
Environmental Studies Business Transfer Wastewater Management* N
Graphic Design Criminal Justice Water Supply* N
Health Education/Exercise Dental Hygiene
Fire Officer Development* FA
Science/Recreation Early Childhood Education
Graphic Design P
Health Sciences – Career Option
Homeland Security N
Human Services Early Childhood Education
Horticulture
Liberal Arts – Transfer Compact
Horticulture* FA
Mass Communication Environmental Technology
Landscape Construction Technician* FA
Modern Language Fire Science*
Landscape Maintenance Technician* FA
Music Fire Science*
Horticulture Technician* FA
Philosophy Emergency Medical Services*
Hospitality
Political Science Information Technology
Culinary Arts FA
Psychology Administrative Assistant – General
Human Services P
Public Relations Administrative Assistant – Medical
Information Technology
Science/Mathematics Information Technology
Administration Assistant:
and Pre-Engineering Graphic Design
General Office FA
Sociology/Anthropology Nursing
Medical Office FA
Theater/Dance Day Nursing
Application Specialist FA
U. S. History Evening Nursing**
Database Design FA
Visual Arts Nursing LPN to RN†
*evenings only Medical Coding and Billing P
World History
**some weekends Medical Receptionist P
Networking P
PC Service Technician N
‡
Please note that an AA †
Must already be an LPN
concentration refers to Web Site Design FA
a recommended group Law Enforcement FA
of courses to follow Paralegal* FA
to enhance transfer. It Programming for Computer Science FA
does NOT lead to a
specialized degree in
The Gainful Employment Program provides
a particular area. All students with the information they need to make
students enrolled in the informed educational choices including total
AA concentrations listed program costs, loan repayment rates, and career
above will receive the outlooks. For more information, please visit
www.capecod.edu/web/academics/programs.
same Associate in Arts FA = Eligible for Financial Aid
degree upon graduation. P = Pending approval
N = Not eligible for Financial Aid
5 TRANSFER INCENTIVES Find us on
Mass Transfer
As a 4Cs student, you are eligible to
participate in MassTransfer, a statewide
program that guarantees community
college graduates admission, full transfer of
credit and a tuition discount at any of the
13 institutions within the Massachusetts
public higher education system. Enroll in a
MassTransfer eligible degree program at 4Cs
and watch the benefits add up!
Students who complete a MassTransfer
eligible Associate’s degree at 4Cs will qualify
for the benefits below. Articulation Agreements
4Cs has formal articulation agreements
with the following colleges and universities,
grade point average Benefits making it easy for you to achieve your goal
Minimum 2.0 cumulative of earning a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• No admission fee or essay
Rich 32 • Guaranteed full transfer of credits applied
to the bachelor’s degree, if admitted.
• Automatic satisfaction of the general
Assumption College
B.A. Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies
(Online)
• Veteran US Army education requirements at the receiving
institution, with the receiving institution able
BRIDGEWATER STATE university
B.S. in Aviation Science: Flight Training
to add no more than 2 courses, if admitted.
• currently Minimum 2.5 cumulative
B.A. in Communication Studies
B.S. in Criminal Justice
• Guaranteed admission, plus all of the B.S.E. in Elementary Education
studying above benefits. B.A. in Graphic Design
B.A. in Visual Arts
Minimum 3.0 cumulative
Emergency • A 33% tuition waiver, plus all of the above
CURRY COLLEGE
B.A. in Information Technology
benefits. B.A. Business Management
management at Or, set an intermediate goal for yourself –
B.S.N. Nursing
B.A. Psychology
Mass Maritime complete the MassTransfer Block at 4Cs!
The MassTransfer block allows students in
LASELL COLLEGE
Guaranteed Admission Agreement
the Massachusetts public higher education MASSACHUSETTS COLLEGE OF PHARMACY
“Faculty and advisors were system to complete a portable transfer AND HEALTH SCIENCES
just a huge part of my life block which satisfies the general education A.S.D.H. to M.S.D.H. (Dental Hygiene)
requirements at the receiving institution, with
here at 4Cs. Most times at the receiving institution able to add no more
Bridge Program (online)
college you don’t have a R.N. to M.S.N. Bridge Program (online)
than 2 courses, if admitted. Students who
connection with the Dean or MASSACHUSETTS MARITIME ACADEMY
complete the MassTransfer Block at 4Cs with B.S. in Environmental Protection or
the President but here you a minimum final GPA of 2.0, will be able to Emergency Management
do. It feels real good to have take their MassTransfer Block with them to NICHOLS COLLEGE
any of the 13 institutions within the state
a connection. You’re not just university system or to any of the 15
B.S.B.A. in Business Administration
(online or at Nichols College)
a number – you’re a person community colleges in the state of uNIVERSITY OF mAINE-Orono
as well.” Massachusetts, if admitted. B.S. Surveying Engineering Technology
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS-amherst
MassTransfer Block R.N. to B.S.N. (online)
English Composition / Writing 6 credit hours UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS-BOSTON
Behavioral and Social Science 9 credit hours R.N. to B.S.N. (online)
Humanities and Fine Arts 9 credit hours Reverse Articulation – Vocational
Natural or Physical Science 7 credit hours Technical Instructor (online)
Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning 3 credit hours UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS-
Total 34 credit hours DARTMOUTH
For complete information about R.N. to B.S.N. (online)
MassTransfer, go to B.F.A. Visual Design, Graphic Design option
www.mass.edu/masstransfer B.F.A. Fine Arts, 2D Painting option
B.F.A. Fine Arts, 3D Sculpture option
All of the information in this section is
A.S. Dental Hygiene, B.S. Medical Laboratory Science:
subject to change at the discretion of the
Health Services Option
participating institutions.
www.capecod.edu TRANSFER PLACEMENTS 6
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS- Mississippi State University
LOWELL MASTERS PROGRAMS Mount Holyoke College
B.S. in Criminal Justice Earn your Masters degree here on-campus. Museum School, Boston
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN, Greenbay Most classes are scheduled on weekends or New England College of Finance
R.N. to B.S.N. (online) evenings. Nichols College
wESTERN gOVERNORS UNIVERSITY Northeastern University
General Transfer Agreement (Online) BOSTON UNIVERSITY Regis College
WESTFIELD STATE university M.S.W. Clinical Social Work Rhode Island School of Design
B.S. in Business Management (online) Rochester Institute of Technology
(Finance, Management or Marketing BRIDGEWATER STATE university Salem State University
concentration) M.Ed. Instructional Technology Simmons College
Masters in Educational Leadership Skidmore College
Masters in Reading Smith College
2+2 PROGRAMS Masters in Special Education Stonehill College
Earn your Bachelor’s degree on Cape Suffolk University
Cod. 4Cs students can complete the LESLEY UNIVERSITY Trinity College
Masters in Counseling Psychology Tufts University
freshman and sophomore years of their
Bachelor’s degree at 4Cs, in one of our Tulane University
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS- University of Arizona
Associate degree programs, then DARTMOUTH University of Connecticut
transfer to universities offering courses M.B.A. Business Administration
University of Hawaii
on the 4Cs campus to complete their University of Maine
junior and senior years. WHEELOCK COLLEGE University of Massachusetts, Amherst
M.Ed. Early Childhood Education
University of Massachusetts, Boston
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS- University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
BOSTON For more information about our 2+2 and University of Massachusetts, Lowell
B.S. in Nursing Masters Programs, contact our University of New Hampshire
R.N. – B.S.N. Office of Advanced Studies at University of Pennsylvania
508 375.4082. University of Rhode Island
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS- University of Tampa
DARTMOUTH University of Vermont
B.A. in Liberal Arts
Our former students have University of Wisconsin, Green Bay
B.S. in General Business Administration continued at public and private Wellesley College
colleges and universities including: Wentworth Institute of Technology
American University Westfield State University
Art Institute of Boston Western New England College
CY Babson College Wheaton College
Bentley University Wheelock College
“Transferring to any college or university Boston College
after graduating from 4Cs is a possibility. Worcester Polytechnic Institute
I encourage all students interested in Boston University Worcester State University
transfer to meet with me early in their Bridgewater State University . . . and more!
academic program in order to maximize Brown University
their transfer opportunities.” Bryant University
Mary Olenick College of Santa Fe
Advisor and Coordinator of Concordia University
Transfer and Articulation Cornell University
molenick@capecod.edu Curry College
508 362.2131 ext. 4316 Emerson College
Fitchburg State University
Framingham State University
amherst
Gordon College
Hampshire College
ON
Harvard University
Johnson & Wales University
Lesley University
Massachusetts College of Art
Massachusetts College of
Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Mass. College of Liberal Arts
Mass. Institute of Technology
Massachusetts Maritime Academy
McGill University, Canada
ience:
7 4Cs GRADUATES ENJOY EMPLOYABILITY Find us on
BANKING/FINANCE/ INSURANCE Radius HealthCare Center
Admiral’s Bank Southcoast Hospital Group
AFLAC VNA of Cape Cod
Cape Cod Five Cents Savings Bank
Fidelity Investments EDUCATION/CHILD CARE
TD Bank Cape Cod Child Development
Laurel School
RESTAURANT/ HOSPITALITY Markman Children’s Program
Anejo Mexican Bistro Nauset Regional Middle School
Barbyann’s Restaurant Plimoth Plantation
Ben and Jerry’s The Children’s College
British Beer Company
Burger King
Day’s Inn
Dunkin Donuts
J.R.Brody’s
Ninety Nine Restaurant
Not Your Average Joe’s
Panera Bread
Tom 30 COMPUTER AND TECHNOLOGY
BackOffice Associates
Colorspace, Inc.
• Dual Enrollment
RETAIL
Student at 4Cs during Aubuchon Hardware
Best Buy
High School Eddie Bauer PRIVATE PRACTITIONERS
C.P.A.s
Frito Lay
• English Professor Home Goods
Kohl’s
Dentists
Financial Planners
at the University of Stop & Shop, Inc.
Swift Marine
Lawyers
Physicians
Miami, FL Target
ToysRUs CIVIC/GOVERNMENT
True Value Hardware Barnstable County
Barnstable Housing Authority
“From 4Cs I was able to HEALTHCARE Barnstable Superior Court
transfer immediately to Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Cape Cod Mosquito Control
Boston University as a Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital Chambers of Commerce
junior. Courses at 4Cs give Broad Reach Healthcare Fire Departments
you a wonderful foundation Cape Cod Ambulance National Guard
Cape Cod HealthCare Town of Barnstable
for pursuing further Cape Regency Nursing & Rehab Town of Orleans
studies. The faculty here Community Health Center of Cape Cod Town of Sandwich
are wonderfully prepared Duffy Health Center United Water/Hyannis Water
and they are passionate Epoch Senior Healthcare US Coast Guard
and deeply committed to Fallon Ambulance
teaching.” Falmouth Care & Rehabilitation Center HUMAN SERVICES
Falmouth Hospital Cape Abilities
Fresenius Medical Home for Little Wanderers
“Cape Cod Community Gosnold Treatment Center
College can be a helpful High Point Treatment Center SCIENCE/RESEARCH/
launching pad for a college Hospice & Palliative Care of Cape Cod ENVIRONMENTAL
career – it’s really worth JML Care Center Agway of Cape Cod
Martha’s Vineyard Hospital
thinking about!” Mayflower Place
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc.
Interstate Renewable Energy Council
New England Baptist Hospital
New England Sinai Hospital Management
Outer Cape Health Service Lawrence Lynch Corp
Pavilion Rehab & Nursing Center Cape Cod Express
Pleasant Bay Nursing Rehab
www.capecod.edu APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 8
Eligibility for Admissions your chances of success.
To be admitted to a degree or certificate program, 2. Meet with an advisor to select and register for
applicants must have earned a diploma from appropriate courses.
an approved secondary school (high school), or 3. Selective Health Students must submit the
received a state issued high school equivalency required $35 deposit to reserve a space in the
certificate (a GED). Students who graduated entering class. Deposits are due no earlier than
from a Massachusetts public high school since May 1st for Fall and December 1st for Spring.
2003 must have successfully completed all MCAS 4. Student immunization requirements as written
requirements. Acceptances are issued on a rolling, below.
space available basis.
Under the Massachusetts General Law, 105 CMR
Application Procedures 220.600,in order to be registered at an institution
1. Submit a completed application form to of higher learning, every (1) full-time student (12
Admissions by the priority filing dates of: credits or more) and (2) every full-time or part-time
August 15th for the Fall semester student in a health science
January 10th for the Spring semester program who is in contact with patients, must
2. Submit official high school transcripts/GED present a physician’s certificate that such student
diploma ONLY IF you: has received the following immunizations:
• Are a current high school senior, or 1. The Hepatitis B vaccine series (3 doses over 6
• Have not yet completed your GED coursework months).
or examinations at the time you submit your 2. Two doses of live measles, mumps and rubella
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application, or vaccine(s) (one month apart); birth before 1957
• Are an applicant to a selective health program in U.S. is acceptable for college students, except
(Nursing, Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic Technician, health science students.
Fire Science/EMS, Massage Therapy, Medical 3. Two doses of live Varicella vaccine (one month
Assisting, Medical Interpreter and Paramedic), or apart); birth before 1980 in U.S. is acceptable for
• Are an international applicant requiring an F-1 college students, except health science students. • AA Liberal Arts
student visa
3. Submit official transcripts from all colleges or
4. Tdap – a single dose of Tdap will be required if it
has been more than five years since the last dose • Currently studying
universities ever attended. of Td (Tetanus Diphtheria);
International applicants: Please
contact the Admissions Office for information
These requirements of the Massachusetts General
Law105 CMR 220.600, shall not apply where:
Industrial and Labor
on additional requirements. 1. the student provides appropriate
documentation, including a copy of a school
Relations at Cornell
TRANSFER AND ADVANCED STANDING
• Transfer credit is granted for comparable
immunization record, indicating receipt of the
required immunizations; or
University
coursework completed with a grade of “C” (2.0 on 2. in the case of measles, mumps, rubella, varicella
a 4.0 scale) or better at an accredited college or and hepatitis B, the student presents laboratory
university. evidence of immunity.
• Advanced Standing Credit is granted when 3. the student provides written documentation
official documentation indicates a score in the that he or she meets the standards for medical or
50th percentile or better on each CLEP (College religious exemption set forth in M.G.L.c.76, §15C; “When I found out that 4Cs
Level Examination Program) examination. Students may be registered on the condition that
the required immunizations be obtained within 30
was generous with financial
• Advanced Placement (AP) credit is granted for
AP exam scores of 3, 4 or 5. An official score report days of registration. aid, I decided to apply. I
must be submitted. *All students matriculated into health programs realized, wow, I can actually
• Advanced standing credit is granted for the (Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic Technology, Massage go to school and study
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma. Up to 30 Therapy, Medical Assisting, Medical Interpreter,
credits may be awarded for the IB diploma. Higher Nursing, Tri-Level Nurse Aide and Paramedic) have
something that I really want
level examinations with scores of 4 or more will specific health and immunization requirements. without having to go into
also be considered for advanced credit. Please visit the following link for these debt!”
requirements www.capecod.edu/web/registrar/
MASS TRANSFER immunization
Students transferring to Cape Cod Community “Cape Cod Community
College from any of the 13 institutions within Admissions POLICY College was a great starting
the state university system or from any of the 15 Applicants are accepted according to the point and it helped me grow
community colleges, are guaranteed transfer of Massachusetts Department of Higher Education’s
credits through MassTransfer, the new transfer “open door” philosophy. You will be accepted on a and realize that from here
program for the state of Massachusetts. Please see first-come basis if: I can go on and do even
page 5 for more details or visit the MassTransfer 1. You are eligible, and greater things.”
website at www.mass.edu/masstransfer. 2. You have completed the application
procedures, and
procedures for accepted students 3. A vacancy exists in your elected program of
1. Take the College’s Basic Skills study.
Assessment in English, reading and mathematics. This policy does not apply to the Dental Hygiene,
The purpose of the assessment is to match your Nursing, Paramedic, Medical Assisting, Massage
educational background and needs with the Therapy, Diagnostic Technology or Medical
appropriate level of instruction. This ensures that Interpreter programs. See page 9 for more details
your schedule will be appropriate and increases on these programs.
9 SELECTIVE HEALTH PROGRAMS Find us on
All candidates must submit an application a. CHM109 Chemistry for the Health ALLIED HEALTH CERTIFICATES
to the selective program they are interested Sciences with a laboratory (or an equivalent Applicants for the Allied Health Certificates
in, regardless of whether they are or have college/university chemistry course with a are required to attend a program specific
been a matriculated student in another laboratory) information session. Arrangements can
program at the College. New students b. BIO107 Human Anatomy & Physiology I be made by going to www.capecod.edu.
must complete the English, reading and with a lab, or a college level equivalent Select Enrollment Services> Admissions>
mathematics basic skills assessments at 4Cs. c. NUR100 Pharmacology Calculations within Campus Visit and follow the instructions.
Required developmental education courses the last two years The Director of Admissions and Program
must be completed prior to enrollment in Evening Nursing and the LPN to RN program require Coordinators host the sessions.
the Selective Health Programs. Admissions additional pre-requisites. Contact Admissions for details.
to Nursing, Dental Hygiene and Paramedic is *Additional science and general education courses can Diagnostic Technician
include: Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Microbiology,
for the Fall semester only. English Composition, Human Communication and • Applicants should call 508.362.2131
General Psychology. Check your program of interest for ext. 4452 for the schedule of the required
All accepted students must submit, prior program specific courses. information sessions.
to the first day of classes, documentation • An advising interview with the Program
of compliance with all health requirements DENTAL HYGIENE Coordinator is required.
to the Office of Student Immunization • Accredited by the Commission on Dental
Records. Failure to submit the Accreditation, fully accredited by the
documentation will result in the removal Massage Therapy Certificate
American Dental Association • An advising interview with the Program
from Selective Health Programs.
• Application deadline is February 1 Coordinator is required after attendance at
• A letter/resume regarding your interest, an information session.
Admissions
background,
decisions for each
experience, etc. Medical Assisting Certificate
program are based
must accompany the • An advising interview with the Program
upon review of all
application. Coordinator is required after attendance at
program applicants.
• Work or volunteer an information session.
Priority is given to
experience in a dental
applicants who:
office is recommended Medical Interpreter Certificate
have completed the
pre-requisites, have • Minimum pre- • Fluency in English and one or more target
taken additional requisites include: languages, such as Portuguese or Spanish,
science courses or a. MAT030 Elementary as well as sensitivity to the people and
general education Algebra or equivalent cultures associated with the target language
courses* required within the last 5 years are required.
for the program, b. Successful • A Target Language Assessment will be
who present the completion of administered by the Program Coordinator.
strongest academic chemistry with a
records, and who lab within the last Paramedic Certificate/ Fire Science EMS
have related work or volunteer experience. five years. CHM109 • Applicants must submit a copy of current
Attendance at a program specific Chemistry for the Health Sciences I or an certification in Massachusetts as an EMT-
information session is strongly encouraged equivalent college/university chemistry Basic.
in Nursing and Dental Hygiene. Information course must be completed prior to enrolling
sessions and advising interviews are required in the program Tri-level Nursing Assistant/Home Health
for Paramedic, Massage Therapy, Medical c. An overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of Aide Certificate
Interpreter and Medical Assisting. 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or better • Applicants should call 508.362.2131 ext.
d. An overall GPA of 3.0 or better in 4452 for scheduled dates and times of the
Once selections are made, remaining mathematics and science courses information sessions.
qualified applicants are placed on a waiting e. Priority will be given to the candidate who • An advising interview with the Program
list. This list is maintained until the first week has taken additional courses to fulfill the Coordinator is required.
of Fall classes, then it is dissolved. core requirements
Please Note: As in any healthcare environment, students in
the dental hygiene program may have risks of exposure to
NURSING infectious diseases. The dental hygiene program adheres to
all state and federal regulations to reduce the risk of health
• Fully approved by the Massachusetts care associated infections. Individuals who disclose the
Board of Registration in Nursing presence of bloodborne infectious diseases will be shown the
same consideration as non-infected individuals and will be
• National League for Nursing Accreditation offered reasonable accommodation. Information regarding
health status of an individual is considered confidential, and
• Application deadline is January 5 protected by the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of
• A letter/resume regarding your interest, 1974.
background, experience, etc. must
accompany the application
• Minimum pre-requisites include:
Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) Checks
In order for a student to be eligible to participate in an academic, community or clinical program that involves potential
unsupervised contact with children, the disabled, or the elderly, the student may be required to undergo a Criminal Offender
Record Information (CORI) check and/or a Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. Students found to have certain
criminal convictions or pending criminal actions will be presumed ineligible to participate in such activities. The College
is authorized by the Commonwealth’s Department of Criminal Justice Information Services, pursuant to Massachusetts
General Laws, Chapter 6, Sections 167-178B, to access CORI records. Sex Offender checks shall be performed pursuant to
Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 6, Sections 178C-178P.
For more information regarding the College’s CORI/SORI check process, please contact the Dean of Enrollment Management
and Advising Services 508-362-2131 ext. 4315.www.capecod.edu STUDENT LIFE 10
GET INVOLVED The Student Life Office plans cultural and social activities, as well as your orientation and
commencement. Students are encouraged to participate in the wide variety of clubs, organizations, and events at 4Cs. Involvement on
campus is an integral part of your educational experience. Join in!
Student Clubs and S.T.A.R.T. (Students Achieving
Study Abroad
Organizations Recovery Together)
Academic Support Group Student Senate
Our International
Art/Printmakers Club Students for Sustainability
Studies program allows
Cape Cod Young Professionals Club Unity Student Coalition
4Cs students the
Caritas
opportunity to study in
Dance Club STAY ACTIVE countries around the
Debate Club Your wellness and fitness can influence globe. Students may
Dental Hygiene Club your college success. 4Cs offers a variety participate in faculty
Economics Club of enjoyable options designed to help you led study tours or in semester, year long,
Gay/Straight Alliance Club maintain and increase strength, stamina, or short-term programs through our
Honors Club energy, and physical fitness, while you membership in the College Consortium
for International Studies.
LIFE FITNESS CENTER
Equipment
Elliptical Machine
14 Circuit Training Stations
Free Weights
Life Cycles
Rowing Machines – Concept II
Schwinn Air-Dynes
Stair Masters
Treadmills
Universal Gym
Playing Fields
Baseball Field
Basketball Courts
Gymnasium
Life Fitness Center
Racquetball Court
Six Tennis Courts with Practice Area
Softball Field
For more fitness information,
call 508 362.2131 ext. 4368.
Innkeepers Club
Janus Players (theater/drama)
relieve stress. Our recreational activities and
intramural programs provide opportunities to
FAST FACT
Junto Club (American Literature) stay active or compete with classmates. The Cape Cod Community College has
Main Sheet (campus newspaper) Life Fitness Center at 4Cs offers indoor and been admitted to the President’s
Nursing Club outdoor facilities and exercise equipment to Higher Education Community
Phi Theta Kappa (National Honor Society) help you stay fit. Service Honor Roll. This is an
Presidential Student Ambassadors annual recognition program that
Radio Club (WKKL-90.7 FM) Recreational intramural celebrates exemplary commitment
Rotaract Club Activities to service and volunteering from
Sea Change (arts/literature magazine) Badminton Basketball institutions of higher education.
Singers Theater Floor Hockey Racquetball
Sociology Club Softball Tennis
Speech Club Volleyball Weight Training
S.T.E.M. (Students in Technology, Yoga/Pilates
Engineering and Mathematics)
Activities are primarily offered during
daytime hours.11 CAMPUS LIFE & STUDENT RESOURCES Find us on
ACADEMIC ADVISING Available to students who want to study
Each student is assigned an advisor, who in small groups, work on homework
helps you plan your academic program, assignments, work with a tutor on a drop-in
make career decisions, and discuss academic basis, and refer to other textbooks.
concerns on a day-to-day basis. Your
advisor is also a resource person, directing
you to other services on campus that can
address your specific concerns. Academic
advisement is also available in the Advising
Center during the day and evening.
first year success
First Year Success is designed
specifically for full-time students
who are enrolled for the first
time in college. Advisors provide
comprehensive academic support,
answer questions, and help students
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new students during the first year.
We direct students to all the varied
• AS Nursing resources available at the College
that support academic concentration
and completion. Our services include
• Critical care nurse helping students develop college
readiness, creating an academic
at Boston Medical plan, goal setting, career exploration,
guided homework, community
Center, Milford outreach, and other engaging
activities. The First Year Success office
Hospital and Cape is open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Mon.
through Thurs. and by appointment.
Cod Hospital 206 C Upper Grossman Commons
508-362-2131 x4900
Email: firstyearsuccess@capecod.edu
“The support you get at 4Cs
is unmatched. Because it COUNSELING SERVICES
is a small school and the The College provides counseling
nursing program is small, and referrals to behavioral health
they can do that.” specialists. Campus and community
resources provide the support you
need to succeed in your academic
“If you don’t take that endeavors.
step today, you don’t
know where you will be ACADEMIC SUPPORT PROGRAMs
tomorrow. You just have to The College offers a variety of
jump off the curb and take academic support services to help
you succeed at no cost to registered
the chance and if you want students: from workshops on student
something bad enough, success strategies (check for announcements)
there is someone here at to study groups and individual tutoring. MATH LEARNING CENTER
the College that will help The Math Learning Center is available to
you make it happen.” TUTORING CENTER students who want to study in small groups
For students who want additional help with or work on math homework assignments.
course content and assignments, the Tutoring Professional and trained peer tutors provide
Center is where students can schedule free one- guidance for math on a walk-in basis.
to-one tutoring appointments on any subject.
Tutoring is provided by professional and trained
peer tutors.www.capecod.edu CAMPUS LIFE & STUDENT RESOURCES 12
e-tutoring health insurance program with comparable ACADEMIC COMPUTING FACILITIES
E-tutoring is available to registered students coverage. The premium charge for Cape 4Cs academic computing facilities consist
for many subjects via the College’s web Cod Community College Health Insurance of fifteen personal computer classrooms
site. You do not have to be taking an online Plan will appear on your bill. If you have and laboratories. The attended open
course to get online tutoring! See the web comparable coverage and do not want to lab is available for registered, full-time
site for more information. pay for additional coverage through the and part-time students during school
hours, from 7:30 AM until 9:30 PM and on
College, you must waive participation in the
reading and WRITING/RESOURCE weekends from 7:30 AM until 4:00 PM.
Cape Cod Community College Insurance
CENTER Approximately 400 student-use computers
Plan by visiting the web site at support spreadsheet, word processing,
Offered to students who want assistance
www.commonwealthstudent.com, after database, graphic design, and other course-
with writing assignments for any course,
you have been accepted and registered for specific software.
classes.
CAREER services
HOUSING Career Services and Experiential Learning
The Student Life assists students with career planning,
Office has compiled job search, and internships/co-op.
a housing directory Appointments with a career counselor
for referral to area are available for career selection, resume
landlords, realtors and writing, interviewing skills, internship/co-op
motel owners. preparation and Prior Learning Assessment
Listings of rooms, guidance. Assessment instruments are
houses, efficiencies, available to help students identify careers
apartments and that might be a good match for their
roommate requests interests, skills, values, and personality
are available. preferences. Web resources allow students
to research career fields, employment trends,
CHILD CARE salaries, etc. Students may also browse
The Children’s job opportunities online and connect with
College is a employers on campus throughout the year.
professionally staffed The office is located in South Building,
child care center room 229.
open from 7:15 AM
to 5:15 PM that STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
provides structure and The Student Employment Office helps
flexibility to meet the students find part-time and seasonal jobs,
needs of your child in provides resume critiques, and offers on-
a small and friendly campus recruiting options. Working part-
environment. Children time while in school makes students more
from 2 years 9 months marketable upon graduation. The Student
to 7 years of age are Employment office is located in South
eligible for enrollment Building, room 215.
in the nationally
accredited preschool Coaches & Mentors
program. The Coaches & Mentors is a comprehensive
Children’s College student support services program that
acknowledges the provides assistance to students from the
hectic lives of parents first day they arrive on campus to the day
and allows for flexible they graduate. Services include academic
scheduling. advising, career counseling, study skills
instruction, workshops, and job placement
professional and trained peer tutors provide
assistance. This program is especially
guidance for any writing assignment, WILKENS LIBRARY
The Wilkens Library will be an indispensable beneficial for adult re-entry students,
including lab reports! The Reading and
part of your learning experience. The students with disabilities, students with
Writing Resource Center is a walk-in service
dedicated, friendly staff will assist you with limited English proficiency and students
and appointments are not necessary.
your information and research needs utilizing who enrolled in a non-college bound
books, periodicals, digital resources and concentration in high school.
Health Insurance multimedia materials. The CLAMS library
Under the Massachusetts Mandatory Health system, journal and newspaper databases, For over twenty-five years Coaches &
Insurance Law, each college must require all and research instruction are available to Mentors has helped students develop
students carrying nine credits or more in the students both on and off campus. a positive connection to community
Day or DCE Divisions to participate in college life. The program prides itself on
the student health insurance program or in a supporting each student to reach his/her
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potential through a caring and supportive • Reading/taping and notetaker services
environment. Funding for this program is • Sign language interpreters
provided by allocations to the Massachusetts • Training in use of adaptive technology
Department of Education through the • Support groups
Carl Perkins Career & Technical Education
Improvement Act of 2006. For more To qualify, a student must meet with a
information, call 508 362.2131, ext. 4353 or disability services specialist and submit
visit Coaches & Mentors office located in appropriate medical documentation of the
South 234. disability. Students requiring these services
are encouraged to make an early application
ADVANTAGE/TRiO/STUDENT to the College and contact the O’Neill
SUPPORT SERVICES Center for Disability Services at 508 362.2131
The key to academic success is ext. 4337 to assess their special needs.
encouragement. Both academic and
personal challenges can affect student
Cross-Register
success. The Advantage/TRiO/SSS Program
Full-time 4C’s students may cross-register
provides students with encouragement,
at one of eight colleges in the Southeast
academic and personal advising, tutoring
Association for Cooperation in Higher
services, goal setting cultural, enrichment
Education (SACHEM) at no additional cost.
and a wide variety of career and academic
A list of participating institutions is available
workshops to ensure academic success.
at the Registrar’s Office.
If your goal is to graduate with an Associate’s
Mercy 25 degree from Cape Cod Community College
and transfer to a four-year institution,
and you are either a first generation
Veteran’s Services
Cape Cod Community College welcomes
and appreciates our veterans. The College
• International Student college student, or low income, or have
a documented learning and/or physical has VA approval for educational training
of veterans and their dependents. The
from Zimbabwe disability and have a compelling need for
additional student services, Advantage/ Veterans Affairs Office is part of the Financial
Aid Office. Veterans receive assistance in
TRiO/SSS Program is here to help. For more
• Studying hospitality information contact the Advantage/Trio/SSS obtaining educational benefits such as
tuition waivers and monthly GI Bill education
office in South Building Room 221 at 508
management at 4Cs 362.2131 ext. 4321 or advantageprogram@
capecod.edu.
payments. The office provides application
materials, contact information, and certifies
enrollment. If a veteran has earned college
credits at other institutions, the Registrar’s
DISABILITY SERVICES
“There are a lot of things I The College is committed to ensuring
Office evaluates all transcripts, CLEP, and
like about the College but equal access to all academic programs,
the most outstanding is activities, and services. Qualified individuals
the diversity. There are with disabilities are assessed on a case-
people from all over the by-case basis to
provide appropriate
world at this college. That and reasonable
is what makes it very accommodations.
unique and special.” Disabilities may include,
but are not limited
“My experience at 4Cs to, such diseases
and conditions as:
has taught me a lot. I’m orthopedic, visual and
more independent now. It hearing impairments,
teaches you life skills.” specific learning
disabilities, and
psychiatric disabilities.
Support services may
include:
• Needs assessment
• Assistance with
course selection
• Exam modificationswww.capecod.edu CAMPUS LIFE & STUDENT RESOURCES 14
FAST FACT
92% of matriculating students at
4Cs are enrolled in Associate
Degree programs while 8% are
enrolled in Certificate programs.
Email is an official method of
communication at Cape Cod
Community College intended to
DANTES test results promptly to facilitate meet the academic and administrative
class selection. needs of the 4Cs community. The
College has the right to expect that
The College offers an array of counseling all academic and administrative
and referral services to assist students by communications sent through the
providing the necessary support to reach College’s official email system are
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their academic goals. Many of our veteran received and read in a timely fashion.
students take advantage of our Adult A “timely fashion” is defined as within
Learner Services Office (see page 18 for 2 to 3 days when the College is in
more details). session. To enable this to happen,
the College provides all students • Career-changing
For more information on veteran’s benefits,
please refer to the Veteran’s Benefits and
Services section on page 16.
registered in credit-bearing courses
with a standardized College-issued single parent
email account. That account is an
official vehicle for all College related • Emigrated from
communications and should be
monitored regularly. Not checking Venezuela
one’s email account is not an
acceptable reason for missing official • Studying math at 4Cs
College messages or information.
“I think 4Cs is a great
place to come; even
if you are an older
student, a single parent
or you are different
from the common
student. People who
work here are going to
make you feel like you
belong.”
“In the Advising Center
they are not just doing
their job, they made me
feel like they really love
what they do.”15 TUITION AND FEES Find us on
Full-time Tuition and Fees per Year*
Massachusetts residents $ 5,010
FAST FACT Non-residents $ 11,190 Sample Yearly Budget for a
College for approximittly Full-Time Student at 4Cs
$5,000 a year. Part-time Tuition and Fees* (per credit hour)
For the 2013-2014 academic Massachusetts residents $ 167 Tuition (in-state) $ 720
year, Massachusetts residents Non-residents $ 373 Student fees $ 4,370
paid only $5,010 dollars in
tuition and fees to study on Health insurance $ 1,603
Other Yearly Fees to Anticipate
a full-time basis (based on 15 Books and supplies (estimate) $ 1,200 Books and Supplies $ 1,200
credits per semester). Health Insurance (mandatory) $ 1,603
- waived if student documents coverage
Room and board
Technology Fee (mandatory) $ 80 - living with parents $ 3,100
($40 per semester)
Dental Hygiene Fee $ 100 - living on own/with roommates $ 9,000
FAST FACT ($50 per semester)
The College strongly encourages all Personal expenses $ 1,356
Nursing Program Fee $ 400
students to apply for financial aid. ($200 per semester) Transportation $ 2,500
Over $7.7 million is awarded annually. Paramedic & EMT Fee ($75 per semester) $ 150
Total expenses: $ 14,849 to $ 20,749
All obligations to the College must be paid
prior to the date listed on your tuition bill.
Payment plans are available.
4C’s Financial Advantage
You’re Saving Tens of Thousands of Dollars!
Four years at a private, baccalaureate university $175,880
First two at 4Cs, last two at that private university $ 97,960
Tuition and Fees
YOU SAVE! ..................................................................................... $ 77,920
Four years at a state university $ 53,032
First two at 4Cs, last two at that state university $ 36,536
YOU SAVE! ..................................................................................... $ 16,496
First two years at 4Cs $ 10,020
0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
in Thousands
This chart represents the comparable costs of tuition and fees only. It does not take into account
other expenses including room & board, health insurance, books and supplies, transportation or
other personal expenses that college students incur.www.capecod.edu APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID 16
Financial aid consists of scholarships, grants,
loans, and employment opportunities to Under the GI Bill, many veterans receive
help students who lack sufficient financial assistance through the VA which may be in the
resources to attend college. Assistance form of tuition, fees, books, and monthly living
completing the process is available in the stipends. The amount varies with each veteran’s
Financial Aid Office. situation and with the number of credits per
term. Spouses and children of veterans may also
TO APPLY FOR FINANCIAL AID: qualify for education benefits. The College also
1. Complete the Free Application for Federal participates in the VA Vocational Rehabilitation
Student Aid (FAFSA). Apply on-line at program.
www.fafsa.gov.
4Cs FAFSA code number is 002168. The VA provides an online application for
2. For priority consideration, submit the benefits at www.gibill.va.gov. Veterans
FAFSA by May 1 prior to enrolling. Late should apply for a degree or certificate
applications will be considered if funds program through the Admissions Office.
remain available. After reviewing the FAFSA, Once registered, the Financial Aid Office
the College’s Financial Aid Office determines will certify and monitor enrollment.
student eligibility for federal, state, and
college grants, loans, and work study. For Massachusetts National Guard
further information and inquiries about Reimbursements
financial aid, contact our Financial Aid Office If you serve in the Massachusetts National
at 508 362.2131 ext. 4393. guard, you may be eligible for 100% tuition
and fee reimbursement. Contact your
All regulations, fees, and information in National Guard Education Office to request
this document are subject to change at a Certificate of Eligibility; then submit
the discretion of the Department of Higher
Education and Cape Cod Community
College.
it to the Financial Aid Office. For more
information visit: http://mro.chs.state.
ma.us/tuition/login.aspx
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TUITION waivers TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID
• Took online courses
Tuition waivers cover the amount of tuition
only, not fees. Tuition is approximately 15% of
Federal Pell Grant
Federal Supplemental Education at 4Cs while on tour
the class price. Tuition waivers may be granted
to Massachusetts residents who are:
Opportunity Grant
Federal Work Study with his band
• Sixty years of age or older; or Federal Direct Student Loans
• Native American; or MassGrant • Currently studying
• A veteran who served active duty; or MA Cash Access Grant
• Any active duty service person; or
• A client of Massachusetts Rehabilitation
MA Part-Time Grant
MA Need-Based Tuition Waiver
business at UMASS
Commission or the Commission for the MA Categorical Tuition Waiver
Blind; or 4Cs Whitehouse Scholarship “For people that seem a
• A recipient of the John and Abigail 4Cs Gap Grant little embarrassed like ‘Oh,
Adams or Stanley Koplik Certificate of 4Cs Educational Foundation it’s 13th grade’, it’s not –
Mastery for MCAS results; or Scholarships it’s whatever you make it.
• A student whose parent or spouse was a
I think community college
victim of the September 11, 2001
tragedy; or
is a great opportunity for
• An adopted or former foster child people. It has opened up a
through the Department of Social lot of doors for me.”
Services (until age 24).
• Beginning in 2014, all tuition waiver
recipients must complete the FAFSA.
Veteran’s Benefits and Services
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
provides its Veterans, National Guard
members, and Active Duty military stationed
in Massachusetts with tuition waivers. For
Veterans and Active Duty military, the waiver
is approximately a 15% discount on each
class. MA National Guard members may
receive full tuition and fee coverage.17 an environmental commitment Find us on
Sustainability at 4Cs
The College, in partnership with
The College’s commitment to the Turning Mill, installed over 600 kw of
environment goes far beyond photovoltaic generated power through
recycling. The Lorusso Technology the cooperative PV installation project.
Building is the first LEED certified This project added 2700 solar panels
building funded by the state of
at the College including ground based,
Massachusetts. This building used
rooftop, and carport installations. The
many environmentally sound
techniques and products in the carports also include electric vehicle
construction and excavation phases. recharging stations.
This structure has its own water
reclamation system, solar powered
energy and many other energy cost
saving systems in place.
In addition to the Lorusso
Technology Building, 4Cs has
committed to environmentally
sustainable practices in other ways:
• The College has a solar powered
trash compactor
• The cafeteria has an area for
recycling, composting and refuse
• The cutlery in the cafeteria is
made of cornstarch products
• The campus has designated
portions of the grounds as
meadows
• Carpooling is promoted through
priority parking spaces and
MassRIDES incentives
• The College is undergoing
upgrades to our 1970s-era
electrical and wastewater
systems which will allow us to be
more effective and efficient in
both safety and in reducing our
environmental impact
• The College offers several
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