You are eligible to attend Carteret Community College if you:
- Earned a high school diploma, certificate of high school completion, or High School Equivalent (HSE)/AHS certificate.
- Are 18 or older without a diploma or HSE/AHS and can prove that you are able to successfully complete college courses.
- Are a high school student participating in the Career & College Promise (CCP) program.
If you do not meet any of the categories above, you may contact Admissions at (252) 222-6155 to discuss any exceptional admissions standards that may apply.
Carteret CC also offers several Adult Education programs to give eligible adult learners the opportunity to take college credit courses for select in-demand careers. Visit College & Career Readiness (CCR) for more information.
Special Credit/Visiting Students
Applicants who do not wish to pursue a particular program of study will be admitted as Special Credit (non-degree seeking) students. Students classified as Special Credit (non-degree seeking) students are not eligible for Federal financial assistance, Veteran’s assistance, or scholarships. All prospective students must complete and submit an application for admission and meet the pre- and co-requisites for any course registered.
Transfer Students
A transfer student must complete all admissions requirements defined for their particular program, including an application for admission stating a program of study and official transcripts from high school and college(s).