Individual Approval (Non-High School Graduate/Non-GED Recipient)

Adults 18 years or older who do not have a recognized high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency certificate may be eligible to enroll in CTC classes if the individual can demonstrate the ability to benefit. The following requirements must be met.

1. Complete and submit the eform “Request for Individual Approval” available on the CTC website.
2. Complete the online CTC Application for Admission.
3. One of two placement tests must be taken. The Admissions Office staff will provide guidance. Depending on your CTC program of study, you will take: (a) all three sections of the Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2) if enrolling in academic courses, an associate degree or level II certificate or (b) TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) if enrolling in English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) courses only.
4. The Dean of Student Services and/or Campus Dean will review your application. If your request is approved, meet with an Academic Advisor for advising and enrollment information.
5. Complete a recognized high school diploma or equivalent or successfully complete 24 semester hours of college credit within two semesters of enrollment.
6. Must demonstrate continuous successful academic progress.