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International Students
International students must complete the admission process for international students. Application deadlines are noted on the application. LBCC admits F-1 and M-1 visas.
Programs for High School Age Students
LBCC continues to expand opportunities for high school-age students through partnerships with area public and private high schools. In addition to formal partnerships, LBCC offers a variety of other programs, courses, and activities for high school youth. Three of the formal programs are:
• Alternative Learning Opportunities— The student is referred to LBCC by his or her high school and takes classes on campus. For more information, call 541-917-4753.
• College Now— High school students receive college credit for college-level coursework they complete in high school. The courses are taught by high school teachers certified by LBCC. For more information, call 541-917-4791.
• Expanded Options— Expanded Options provides eligible high school students opportunities for early entry into post-secondary education. It also emphasizes specific provisions and priorities for at-risk students and drop outs. See your high school counselor for requirements to be part of the EOP; deadlines may vary.
Please visit this web site for more opportunities for high school age students: www. linnbenton. edu / go / highschool-connections
Students Younger than Age 18
Credit classes: If you are 16 or 17 years old, haven’ t completed high school and / or don’ t hold a GED, you must file a Campus High School Programs form before you can take a credit class( forms are available online, at the First Stop Center in Takena Hall, and from high school counselors). Call 541-917-4753 for details. Students under the age of 16 are eligible to enroll only by exception. Contact Campus High School programs for more information.
To take a non-credit class, you do not need to submit a Campus High School Programs form, but you do need the instructor’ s permission. If you are 16 or 17 years old and want to take GED preparation classes, you must provide evidence of exemption from compulsory attendance or home schooling, or be referred by your high school through use of the Campus High School Programs form.
LBCC / OSU Degree Partnership Program
You can dually enroll at both Linn-Benton Community College and Oregon State University by completing one application process through OSU. This saves you time and money; it also gives you access to classes and services at both institutions.
The cost of services at the institution where you currently take courses is included in your tuition and enrollment fees; in addition, you can purchase services at the partner institution. If you are taking courses at both institutions, you have access to student fee-based services at LBCC and OSU including OSU’ s Dixon Recreation Center, Student Health Center, University Counseling and Psychological Services and University Housing.
Financial aid is available to qualified students who are dually admitted. For further information about the DPP program, contact the LBCC Admissions Office at 541-917-4811 or visit the LBCC web site at www. linnbenton. edu / go / degree-partnership or OSU at 541-737-4411 or visit the OSU web site at www. oregonstate. edu / partnerships.
In addition to the LBCC / OSU Degree Partnership Program, LBCC partners with other four-year schools to provide transfer ease. Opportunities exist for both traditional enrollment and completion of a BA or BS through distance education. Go to www. linnbenton. edu / go / transfer-connections for more information about specific programs and schools.
LBCC Oregon Institute of Technology Dual Enrollment
Start your bachelor’ s degree at Linn-Benton Community College and finish at Oregon Institute of Technology. The LBCC / OIT dual enrollment agreement provides an opportunity for students to complete one application process for enrollment at LBCC and / or OIT, allowing students to access services at both institutions. Many dually enrolled students enroll concurrently at both institutions to fulfill their educational goals and needs. LBCC and OIT have degree programs that maximize credit transfer for students. OIT is a 4-year public university with programs in Klamath Falls and Portland. The dual enrollment program is open to all U. S. citizens and residents.
Special Admission Programs
Some LBCC programs have stringent admission requirements, which were set to administer the college’ s resources effectively and to ensure that each student has a reasonable chance of success. These programs include:
• Dental Assisting
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Nursing
• Occupational Therapy Assistant
• Pharmacy Technician
• Phlebotomy
• Polysomnography
• Veterinary Assistant
Special admission programs often require prerequisite courses or skills assessments. Placement scores used as assessment for special admission programs are valid for five years. For most programs, qualified in-district applicants receive priority in the selection process.( Note: The LBCC district does not include all of Linn and Benton counties.) A student who does not meet a requirement for a special admission program may appeal by filing a petition, available in the Admissions Office. Petitions are reviewed by faculty members, who make recommendations to the Director of Enrollment Services / Registrar.
Requirements, application dates and deadlines are subject to annual change. Admission requirements and application materials for each program must be downloaded from www. linnbenton. edu / go / forms( see Special Admission Bulletins).
Dental Assistant
The Dental Assistant program is offered once each year, beginning fall term and ending the following summer. To be accepted, you must have your application and transcripts on file by a specified date; supply proof of high school graduation or GED; successfully complete CS 120 Digital Literacy; place into RD 120 on the reading portion of the Computerized Placement Test( CPT) or successfully complete RD 115 Advanced College Reading and Learning Strategies; place into WR 121 or successfully complete WR 115 Introduction to College Writing; place into Math 60 or successfully complete MTH 020; and attend a mandatory applicant information session. Students admitted to the program must meet additional requirements prior to the first day of classes. Students are financially responsible for immunizations, criminal background check, lab fees and CPR / First Aid certification.
Note: Occupational health hazards include wearing masks and latex gloves. Applicants with breathing or skin disorders should meet with the Dental Assistant advisor prior to applying for admission.