Non Degree-Seeking / Special Students

Any high school graduate or person 18 or older who does not plan to earn a degree, diploma, or certificate but who wishes to enroll in a college credit course (not a continuing education class) may be admitted as a special student.

Special students may register for courses if course prerequisites are met and if space exists in the class. A degree seeking Sandhills Community College student’s registration may take precedence over a special student’s registration. The Dean of Instruction must approve exceptions.

For admission to Sandhills Community College, a special student must complete the admissions application.
Upon a later decision to pursue a degree, diploma, or certificate at Sandhills Community College, the special student will be asked to fill out another application, submit proof of high school graduation, and meet certain placement criteria. Special students will be required to make a satisfactory score on the placement test or show proof of prerequisite completion with a college transcript prior to enrolling in English, mathematics, or other restricted college-level courses. Students who have not met at least one of these requirements will be allowed to register only for ENG 075, MAT 060, and other non-restricted courses.

Special students are not eligible to receive financial aid or veterans’ benefits.

After successfully completing 16 semester hours of course work, a special student should meet with a counselor concerning possible placement into a curriculum.

Special Students register for classes in the Advising Center in Student Services in Stone Hall.