Spring enrollment is now open at SCC

Published: 01/07/2015

Her priorities shifted when she got married and decided to go back to school to help support her family. She completed her GED and enrolled at SCC. 

“Gaining an education made me more confident,” she said. “I have a better understanding of why we do things, rather than just how to do them.” 

Keesha graduated with honors from SCC and used her experience and education to land a program accountant position at a leading aerospace firm. 

Whether one is starting a college education and preparing for transfer to a larger university down the road or looking to improve career opportunities like Keesha did, St. Charles Community College provides educational options and academic support for students to achieve their goals. Registration for spring 2015 credit classes at SCC is underway. Regular registration hours are 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday. The college will be open from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Jan. 10, for payment, registration and academic counseling to help students enroll and pay tuition for the Spring 2015 semester.

The last day to pay for classes is Monday, Jan. 12, to ensure those students who have already registered do not have their classes dropped for non-payment. The Cashiers Office will be open on Monday through 7 p.m. In-person registration will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 13, and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 14. 

SCC offers educational opportunities for first-time college students, transfer students and returning learners, as well as high school juniors and seniors who want to get an early start on taking college classes.

In addition to quality academic programs, SCC provides support and resources to encourage student success that include financial assistance, scholarship options, a free on-campus tutoring center, veterans’ resources, accessibility services, career guidance, a child development center and a number of clubs, activities, sports and events.

“Enrolling in classes is the first step to getting the education or degree students need,” said Chris Breitmeyer, vice president for academic and student affairs. “SCC prepares students for careers that are in demand, or to transfer to a four-year institution.”

Many students enroll in general education courses that transfer to a four-year institution, but career degrees and certificates that require only 12-32 credit hours to complete are also available for those wanting a quick entry into the workforce. These degrees and certificates are in the areas of art, business administration, business technology, computer science, computer-aided drafting, criminal justice, education, global culture, human services and health care.

“The idea of going to school can be overwhelming,” said Burk. “But if you step up to the challenge, it ends up being a rewarding result.”

To register for the spring semester, visit stchas.edu/DiscoverSCC or call 636-922-8000.  Academic advising is available by appointment (stchas.edu/appointment) or through Express Advising in Room 1204 of the Administration Building. The college is located at 4601 Mid Rivers Mall Drive in Cottleville.

Tuition is frozen for the 2014-15 academic year. SCC’s classes are $95 per credit hour for in-district students, $143 for out-of-district, in-state students and $215 for out-of-state and international students.

Registration continues through Jan. 19; spring classes begin Jan. 20. (Holiday and other closures, as well as important dates and deadlines are listed on the SCC website under Admissions and then Dates and Deadlines.)

St. Charles Community College is a public, comprehensive two-year community college with associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences and career-technical fields. SCC provides workforce training and community-based personal and professional development as well as cultural, recreational and entertainment opportunities. For more information, visit www.stchas.edu.