ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS - ASSOCIATE DEGREE

1. All candidates must submit a completed Application for Admission.
2. Candidates must possess either a high school diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma (GED), or demonstrate the ability to benefit from a collegiate education as defined by federal regulations.
3. Pre-admission interview.
4. Admissions essay.

Students who possess an Associate degree or substantial advanced standing credit are encouraged to apply for a Bachelor's level program at Monroe College. While students without substantial incoming credit are generally advised to first complete their Associate degree, they may request direct admission to the Bachelor's program of their choice.

To be considered for admission to Monroe College's Bachelor's Degree Program, candidates must complete the following steps:

5. Complete an Application for Admission.

6. Have a personal interview with an admissions counselor.

7. Official transcripts are required for transfer credit evaluation.

Students requesting direct admission to the bachelor's program after graduation from high school must also submit secondary school transcripts. These applicants are also encouraged to submit all appropriate test scores (SAT, ACT, GCE, CXC, etc.). Adult applicants should submit a comprehensive summary of all work experience. All applicants for direct admission must also submit an admissions essay. Other than candidates seeking direct admission to the bachelor's program, applicants should possess a major area cumulative grade point average of 2.50. Under extenuating circumstances, applicants not meeting this criterion may be accepted.

It is suggested that transfer candidates submit recommendations from those who know the candidate well and can comment on the candidate's ability to be successful in this program.

The New York campuses of Monroe College are fully accessible to the disabled and admits those students whose credentials demonstrate that they have the motivation and capabilities to pursue successfully their academic goals at the college. All disabled students will have access to the Disabled Students' Coordinator, who may assist applicants during the admissions process.

Once the disabled student begins class, Monroe ensures full accessibility to all required classes/services. In addition to this basic guarantee, disabled students can also request the following special support services through the Disabled Students' Coordinator:

• Adaptive furniture

• Alternative test formats

• Note takers

• Tape recorders

• "Recording for the Blind" educational materials

Any concern with regard to compliance with these regulations should be immediately brought to the attention of the Disabled Students' Coordinator at the campus of choice. Bronx Campus: Doris Weingard; New Rochelle Campus: Angie Sanchez.

Students enrolled in pursuit of the New York State High School Equivalency Diploma as associate degree candidates receive academic and support services through Monroe's School of General Studies, which is based at the Bronx campus.

The High School Equivalency Program, administered by the State Education Department of New York, has established the following guidelines for granting of an equivalency diploma based on earned college credit:

A person who has not earned a high school diploma may be issued a New York State High School Equivalency Diploma upon completion of 24-credits as a recognized candidate for a college-level degree or certificate at an approved institution. The 24-credits must be earned in the following areas:

• Six credits in English Language Arts including writing, speaking, and reading (literature)

• Three credits in Mathematics

• Three credits in Natural Science

• Three credits in Social Science

• Three credits in Humanities

• Six credits in courses related to the student's major program of study.

All such students must meet all other general qualifications for admission and demonstrate their ability to benefit from the educational programs offered at the college through satisfactory performance on a standardized exam.

Upon satisfactory completion of the specified 24-semester hours of degree applicable credit at Monroe, candidates should apply to New York State for the High School Equivalency Diploma through the Registrar's Office.

Transfer credits may be awarded if appropriate and applicable to the program of study.

Transfer credit does not carry forward actual letter grades or count in the student's cumulative grade point average (GPA), but does carry credit for the course(s).

In order to receive transfer credit, an official transcript must be sent by the student's prior institution(s) to the Office of the Registrar.

Transfer students may be granted a waiver of the Placement Exam based on an evaluation of their prior academic record.

Students may also meet some program requirements through college-level learning acquired outside of the classroom in non-traditional settings. Advanced standing credit will be awarded upon evidence of satisfactory performance on external examinations.

The college grants credit as recommended by standard assessment guides, including National Program on Noncollegiate Sponsored Instruction (PONSI); The American Council on Education (ACE); and Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Standardized Examinations (DANTES), including College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) and Proficiency Examination Program (ACT-PEP), and for professional certification exams in the ACE exam guide. Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations offered by the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) taken in high school will also be considered.

Monroe College provides an opportunity for students to obtain credit for learning that occurs as a result of career or personal experiences. Credits awarded for prior learning experience cannot be used as part of the residency requirements for the degrees being pursued.

Prior learning experience credit will be awarded upon presentation of a formal portfolio by the student who demonstrates how the "experience" relates to the student's program of study. Credit may be awarded for both required and elective courses. The portfolio must reference the specific competencies learned and provide evidence of how this relates to the course in question. The experience alone is not sufficient to warrant advanced standing credits being awarded. The portfolio should include detailed descriptions of the experience, including, but not limited to, the work performed, the responsibilities of the student, and any formal credentials received as a result of the experience.

Students may not apply for Prior Learning Experience that specifically would include knowledge contained in a course previously attempted at Monroe in any form.

Monroe is authorized under Federal Law to enroll non-immigrant alien students (F-1 Visa). International students who apply for a student visa must complete an application for admission, submit the required essay, pay a US $35 non-refundable admissions fee, and submit academic transcripts indicating successful completion of secondary school. The college must receive these records for review well in advance of the start of the term.

Prior to applying for the student visa, an applicant must obtain the Certificate of Eligibility for Non-immigrant Student Status (Form I-20AB). Monroe will only issue this certificate once a candidate has met all standards for admission and presented proof of ability to finance his/her living and educational expenses while studying in the United States, along with a non-refundable US $200 acceptance deposit. Applicants requesting college housing must pay a US $150 non-refundable housing application fee.

Associate degree and Bachelor's degree candidates must complete a minimum of 30-credits in residence at Monroe College.

The graduation and persistence rates for Monroe are shown in the chart below. Placement data show that more than 90 percent of Monroe graduates were either employed or continuing their education six months after the completion of their studies.

Additional information regarding the retention and placement statistics of Monroe students is available in the Offices of the Registrar and Career Advancement. The Athletic Director of Monroe College prepares an annual report by July 1 indicating the graduation rate and area of participation for student athletes attending the college, as well as athletically related student aid each receives. The report is available by October 15 and may be obtained from the Office of the Athletic Director. Requests for a paper copy of the report must be made through the Office of the Athletic Director. Prospective student athletes and their parents, high school coaches and guidance counselors are given a copy of this report.

Fall 2007 first year full-time students returning for the fall 2008 semester 66%

Graduation Rate Chart 

Administrative offices and the library are open from 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday and from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Friday, and 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

The hours for libraries and learning centers are posted at the start of each semester.

Online courses are offered where students can log onto courses at any time.

Monroe College offers classes from early morning to late evening, and online, Monday through Friday, plus Saturday. Some classes meet once each week. Others have two or more weekly sessions. The "Flex" schedule enables students to select the classes that best meet their needs.

Students must enroll for a minimum of 12-credit hours to be considered full-time. Students may register for up to 18-credits at no extra cost upon approval from their academic advisor. Students may petition the designated academic official to register for more than 18-credits (additional tuition will be charged).

New York State law requires all college students to be immunized against measles, mumps and rubella. The law applies to all students born on or after January 1, 1957. Students will have to show proof of immunity to:

Measles - Two doses of live measles vaccine administered after two months of age, physician documentation of measles disease, or a blood test showing immunity.

Mumps - One dose of live mumps vaccine administered after 12 months of age, physician documentation of mumps disease, or a blood test showing immunity.

Rubella - One dose of live rubella vaccine administered after 12 months of age or a blood test showing immunity.

Meningococcal Meningitis- In addition, New York State Law requires all students (irrespective of age) to provide a record of meningococcal meningitis immunization within the past ten years OR an acknowledgement of meningococcal disease risks and refusal of meningococcal meningitis immunization signed by the student or student's parent or guardian.

Students who are not in compliance with this law may be restricted from attending classes until full compliance is achieved.