Welcome to Highland

Admissions Events & Special Enrollment

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Admissions Events

Stay on track with key enrollment opportunities. From new student registration to Sophomore Day, our events are designed to help you take the next step with confidence.

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Scottie Gold Initiative

Earn your degree with less financial stress. The Scottie Gold Initiative offers up to 12 credit hours tuition-free, helping you move closer to your goal without the extra cost.

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Summer Programs

Keep your momentum going year-round. Explore flexible summer options including online courses, Summer Blitz on campus, and programs at our Technical and Western Centers.

Learning That Fits Your Style

Dual Enrollment

Students looking to take classes while still in high school

First-Time Freshman

High school graduate (or equivalent) looking to earn a degree at HCC

Transfer Student

Students that has attended another college or university before HCC, who would like to earn a degree at HCC

International

Students who are not citizens nor permanent residents of the United States and have graduated from high school

Technical

Students who want hands-on training, industry-recognized credentials, and a direct path to meaningful employment through our Western Center or Technical Center

Online Learning

Flexible, affordable, and high-quality learning opportunities designed to fit your schedule

Veterans Affairs

Members of the Kansas National Guard and all who serve in our nation’s military

Guests

A student at another college who wants to take classes at HCC but not for the purpose of earning a degree.

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Student Life at Highland

College is an exciting step, and at Highland Community College, you’re never navigating it alone. From academics and advising to technology and student support, we offer a wide range of resources designed to help you succeed—wherever and however you’re learning.

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Campus Housing Options

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Financial Options

Tuition and Fees

Discover the true cost of attending Highland Community College.

Explore tuition and fees, housing costs, payment plan options, and available scholarships. Get the financial details you need to plan confidently for your education.

Scholarship Opportunities

Highland Community College has a variety of scholarship opportunities. Our Highland Scholarship program is designed to fit your academic interest area with your interest in campus involvement (clubs/activities).

Common QUestions Regarding Admission

YES, if you fall into one of the categories below:

It's been over a yearsince you took a class at Highland Community College.
You took classes while in high school, but have since graduated.
You earned a degree/certificate from Highland Community College since you last took classes with us.
You applied for the wrong semester/term.

You will receive a "success message" after submitting your application.

If you do not see the "success message,"

You may have missed a field on the form or not entered something in the correct format.
Scroll to the top of the form and read the red lettered error instructions.
Look for a red asterisk (*) on the form to find the field that needs corrected.

After your application is processed, you'll receive an email to your personal email address (the email you used on your application) with MyHCC login information. This can take 2-3 business days. Then, you'll receive an email with "Next Steps."

Nope. There is no cost to apply for admission.

YES, if you are a high school graduate seeking a degree from Highland Community College and have not submitted transcripts in the past. Note, if you are receiving financial aid to pay for classes, you'll need to submit official transcripts. Only transcripts sent electronically or by mail directly to HCC from the issuing institution are considered official.

NO, if you are a current high school student.

NO, if you are not seeking a degree from Highland Community College but are simply taking classes as a guest "special" student. Note, "guest / special students" will pay out of pocket for HCC classes. If your class has a prerequisite, you may need to submit a transcript showing completion of the required class.

Transcripts may be sent in one of the following ways to be considered for Admission.

Emailed directly from your high school/college to transcripts@highlandcc.edu
Students may also request transcript to be sent to HCC via Parchment or the National Student Clearinghouse.
Mailed directly from the issuing institution to HCC at:

Highland Community College
Attn: Admissions-Transcripts
606 W Main
Highland, KS 66035

NO, ACT/SAT scores are not required but are extremely helpful for enrollment purposes. HCC offers free placement testing for enrollment, if needed.

Learn More About Placement Testing

YES, while WorkKeys is an ACT product, there are no equivalent scores.

Schedule a WorkKeys assessment here

YES, if you answered "Yes" to any of the TB form questions.

NO, if you are only taking online courses at Highland Community College.

NO, if you are taking classes at your high school.

Complete the TB Screening Form