Non-Degree Seeking Student
Non-Degree Students
An applicant who does not wish to earn a degree or certificate from Pensacola State College and who wishes to take credit courses may not need to provide high school or college transcripts. However, an individual requesting non-degree seeking classification and enrolling in courses having prerequisites, courses with placement testing requirements, or other admissions requirements may be required to provide evidence of prior educational course work. Pensacola State College understands that many individuals enroll in courses to upgrade employment skills or for personal interest and enjoyment. Any student seeking non-degree status will be required to submit the application and Residence Statement. The application and Residence Statement are available at any campus, any center, or at www.pensacolastate.edu/admissions.
A non-degree seeking student will not be permitted to enroll in any college credit course unless eligibility is documented with the approved minimum placement test score or college transcripts showing show that the prerequisite for the course has been met.
A non-degree seeking student who subsequently declares a program of study will be required to meet admissions requirements as indicated above for a degree-seeking student.
College Graduates
An individual who has earned a bachelor’s degree or higher is eligible for enrollment in any course unless the course has restricted admission, placement testing requirements, or prerequisites that have not been met.
Transient Students
A student pursuing a degree at another college or university may be admitted as a transient student to transfer courses back to his or her home institution. A transient form or some other written authorization from the home institution is required indicating the specific course(s) to be taken and the home institution’s willingness to accept the credits earned. The transient form or written authorization must be submitted prior to registration. Testing requirements may be in place for the transient student.
A student whose home institution is a Florida college or university may complete the electronic transient authorization process through www.FloridaShines.org.
Special Student Admission (Non-graduate)
The Special Student admission classification is designed for a student enrolling in credit classes without the high school diploma or its equivalent. The Special Student must be at least 18 years of age and not currently enrolled in a K-12 program. The Special Student is permitted to accumulate 15 credit hours in this status and is encouraged to earn the GED diploma during the first semester of enrollment. The GED diploma is required to continue enrollment beyond the 15th credit hour. After earning the GED diploma, the Special Student may request to change to degree-seeking status or may continue as a non-degree seeking student.
Audit Students
A student who plans to audit a course must meet Pensacola State College admissions and course placement requirements. An audit student must declare the audit status prior to the end of the schedule adjustment period by completing an audit request form on any campus or center. A student auditing classes will be assessed the same fees as a grade-seeking student.
Senior Citizens
An individual who is 60 years-of-age or older is eligible for enrollment in any course unless the course has restricted admission, placement testing requirements, or prerequisites that have not been met.
Collegiate High School Admission
The Collegiate High School program is housed in the Hobbs Center on the Pensacola Campus. The Collegiate High School is designed to provide a student an opportunity to earn the high school diploma. A student will be assessed $30 per semester regardless of the number of courses being taken. Any student enrolled in Collegiate High School courses will be responsible for purchasing his or her own textbooks.