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Today, entrance into college is more competitive than ever. Earning college credit while you’re still in high school will help make your application stand out. It not only shows that you are a dedicated, committed student, but it also proves that you are ready to succeed at the college level.

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The College issues the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Form I-20 to qualified individuals who wish to obtain F-1 visa status for full-time study. The College also welcomes students on other visas. Take a moment to review our international admissions procedures.

If you do not have a high school diploma or GED and are 19 years of age or older, we can consider you for enrollment on a part-time basis. To pursue this opportunity, you should:

• Interview with a member of our Admissions staff
• Complete a Petition for Admission of Non-High School Graduate
• Submit a completed Application for Admission

It is important to note that students without a high school diploma or GED are not eligible for Federal financial aid, even if admitted to the College.

Students interested in the plumbing apprenticeship should call 610-359-5050 for admission procedures.

The minimum age for admission into the Municipal Police Academy is 18. You must be a U.S. citizen. Admission to the program is on a first-come, first-served basis, and class size is limited. In order to ensure the safety of students, the College and the general public, we have instituted entrance requirements for students seeking admission to the Academy, as described under PA Legislative Act 120:

• Physical Fitness Test
• Psychological evaluation
• Delaware County Community College placement test
• Health examination
• Criminal background check
• High school diploma/GED
• Valid automobile driver’s license
• Certified Driver’s Check
• United States Citizenship

Application procedure

• Complete the Municipal Police Academy registration form: Download the form
• Send an email to “psnyder@dccc.edu” and provide your name and address to receive an information packet and registration form
• Applicants will be advised of dates for pre-admission testing
• Results of the testing will be mailed to applicants and will include the start date of classes; dress code requirements; and billing information

For more information, visit Transfer into the College.

DCCC defines “visiting students” as individuals who are matriculated (enrolled) at another college or university and wish to enroll at the College for courses that will transfer back to their current (i.e., home) institution. To enroll at our College as a visiting student, please follow the enrollment steps outlined at dccc.edu/visiting.

The College has instituted the following admissions criteria for individuals seeking enrollment in the Paramedic-Advanced Life Support program:

• Either have a current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification (Pennsylvania or National Registry) OR enroll in EMT class prior to or during the first semester in the program.
• Current Healthcare Provider Level Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Criminal background check
• Clear child abuse background check
• Take a medical physical examination and drug testing
• Delaware County Community College placement test
• Submit verification of current medical insurance
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Individuals are admitted to this program by the College’s Director of Emergency Services Education. For more information, contact Christopher Millay by email “cmillay@dccc.edu” or phone: 610-359-7394.

To apply for admission to the Nursing Program (RN), you should:

• Attend an information session. To find out about upcoming sessions, visit the Admissions Events calendar.
• Follow the instructions as outlined in the Nursing Entrance Requirements Packet- Fall 2026.
• After attending an information session and completing the nursing pre-requisite requirements as listed in the nursing packet, petition for the program by visiting dccc.edu/apply. *You must have previously completed the general application for admission before you can submit your online petition.

If you would like to apply for admission to the Surgical Technology program, you must:

• Attend an information session. To find out about upcoming sessions, see the Admissions Event calendar.
• Follow the instructions as outlined in the Surgical Technology Entrance Requirements Packet – Fall 2026.
• After attending an information session and completing any surgical technology pre-requisite requirements as listed in the surgical technology packet, petition for the program by visiting dccc.edu/apply. *You must have previously completed the general application for admission before you can submit your online petition.

If you would like to apply for admission to the Nurse Aide Program, please complete an application. For more information visit dccc.edu/course/health-care-career/. Additionally, given program requirements, please contact 610-359-7344 or email tfortunato@dccc.edu.