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GET STARTED !

FOLLOW THESE 5 STEPS TO GET STARTED AT NWTC !
Choose your degree , diploma , or certificate

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NWTC offers over 100 associate degree and technical diploma programs and many more certificates . Can ’ t decide ? Visit Career Services , or meet with an academic advisor to discuss our different program options .
Attend a Getting Started Session

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These sessions are for prospective students who are interested in getting started in a technical diploma or associate degree program . Information about the admissions process , pre-program requirements , program requirements and financial aid will be discussed . Admission Specialists are ready to help you apply when you attend ! For dates and questions about a Getting Started Session contact NWTC ’ s Call Center at ( 920 ) 498-5444 , and ask to speak with an Admissions Specialist .
Learn your program requirements

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Most programs only require students to achieve mandatory program and course placement test scores or achieve a desired program specific GPA for acceptance ; however , some programs require courses to be completed too . For more guidance on program requirements please log into your my . nwtc account and view your “ Application Checklist Status ” under the Admissions Tab .
Apply to a program or certificate

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You may apply online at www . nwtc . edu by scrolling to the bottom of the page to where you will find the my . NWTC link . New students will be required to create a new account to apply . Existing students can log in and click “ Apply to Program or Certificate ” button under their Student Center . Start applying a year in advance :
• Monday after Labor Day for upcoming fall semester .
• January 1st for next year ’ s spring semester ; June 1st for summer semester
• A one-time nonrefundable $ 30 application fee is required from all first time program applicants
• A one-time nonrefundable $ 10 application fee is required from all first time certificate applicants
• A $ 10 application processing fee will be required for all paper applications .
Need application assistance ? Visit any Campus or Regional Learning Center and a staff member will help you apply ! You may also need to bring a credit card or check if this is your first time applying . Application fee waivers may be available for those who meet income requirements .
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