All first-time-in college applicants who intend to enter degree programs are tested for reading, writing and mathematics proficiency prior to completion of registration. Students will be placed in College Preparatory English, Reading and/or Mathematics if test scores indicate a need for such instruction. A student's enrollment in certain credit courses may be restricted because of academic deficiencies.
In accordance with Florida law 240.321, students may use Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, or private provider instruction as an alternative to traditional college preparatory instruction.
State law requires students to successfully complete their College Preparatory instruction by the time they have accumulated twelve (12) hours of college credit coursework. Students, however, may accrue more than (12) credit hours, provided they maintain continuous enrollment in College Preparatory instruction.
State Board rule limits the number of attempts a student may have to successfully complete a College Preparatory course. Enrollment in a class beyond the 100 percent refund period, regardless of whether a student finishes the term, is considered an attempt.
Contact Academic Advisement for additional information.

An applicant submits an application for readmission and residency statement to update records if:
A.The student was admitted for a specific term but did not enroll.
B. The student did not attend any one of the four preceding terms.
C. The student attended other colleges or universities since last enrollment at Miami-Dade; if so, official transcripts will be required for degree seeking students.
D. The Florida student residency statement was completed more than 12 months ago.
E. International Students - See International Student information in this section.

All first-time-in college applicants who intend to enter degree programs are tested for reading, writing and mathematics proficiency prior to completion of registration. Students will be placed in College Preparatory English, Reading and/or Mathematics if test scores indicate a need for such instruction. A student's enrollment in certain credit courses may be restricted because of academic deficiencies.
In accordance with Florida law 240.321, students may use Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, or private provider instruction as an alternative to traditional college preparatory instruction.
State law requires students to successfully complete their College Preparatory instruction by the time they have accumulated twelve (12) hours of college credit coursework. Students, however, may accrue more than (12) credit hours, provided they maintain continuous enrollment in College Preparatory instruction.
State Board rule limits the number of attempts a student may have to successfully complete a College Preparatory course. Enrollment in a class beyond the 100 percent refund period, regardless of whether a student finishes the term, is considered an attempt.
Contact Academic Advisement for additional information.

In each of the following categories, the regular admissions procedures apply:
A. Dual Enrollment - Selected high school students (10th, 11th, or 12th grades) may enroll for a maximum of 2 courses each semester, excluding labs, up to a maximum of 12 credits each academic year. Acceptance in the Dual Enrollment Program is based on the following:
1. Minimum 3.0 high school grade point average.
2. Permission from the parent(s), high school guidance counselor and principal.
3. Expressed intent by the student to pursue a post secondary degree.
4. Successful completion of all parts of the College's Basic Skills Assessment Test (CPT). Students who do not successfully complete the test will not be permitted to enroll at M-DCC until after high school graduation.
5. Interview with a member of the College's Advisement/Counseling staff to determine that the student has potential to successfully complete college credit courses. A special form for parental/high school approval is provided by the Admissions Office. This form is to be submitted prior to each term of enrollment to assure continuity of appropriate approvals.
B. Early Admission - Academically superior high school students may attend Miami-Dade in lieu of their senior year in high school. In addition to the requirements for Dual Enrollment above, the applicant for Early Admission must prepare and present to a high school counselor, a comprehensive educational plan justifying early admission. The College will accept for screening only those applicants who have received approval from their principal to apply for early admission.
The applicant also must have advance approval from the high school principal to apply college credits toward high school graduation. Normally, a minimum of 24 college credits meets the requirements for the student's senior year and high school graduation.
A special approval form is available in the Office of Admissions.

Transient students should be advised, preferably in writing, by their own college or university concerning recommended courses to take at Miami-Dade. Prerequisite and/or co requisite course requirements will apply to course selections. Transient non-degree students at Miami-Dade may be required to have official transcript(s) of their prior educational records mailed directly to Miami-Dade from previous colleges attended.

Non-degree applicants are persons who wish to take selected college courses without the intent of completing an associate degree program. These students must fill out an application for admission and provide evidence of high school graduation. Many students attend the College for this purpose to upgrade employment skills, for transfer credit purposes, or for personal interest and enjoyment. Students who wish to enroll in a math or English course or who have earned more than 15 credits as a non-degree student are required to complete the Basic Skills Assessment Test (CPT). If, at a later time, these students become Associate degree candidates, regular admissions procedures regarding transcript(s) requirements will apply.

The College does not provide or supervise housing. Individual campuses will provide assistance to out-of-area students to locate housing in the community.

A transfer student's transcript(s) becomes part of the official student permanent record. If the transfer student is seeking a degree, an evaluation of credit course transferability is made after the student is admitted to the College.
Transfer credits are accepted only from regionally accredited colleges and universities unless a written agreement between Miami-Dade and a specific post-secondary institution has been previously approved.
Credit may be granted only for courses in which grades of "D" or better have been earned. Failing grades from other colleges are computed in the student's cumulative grade point average. A student who was on academic probation at a previous college may be admitted to Miami-Dade in a similar status. See Standards of Academic Progress in the Academic Regulations section of this catalog.
College courses completed more than 10 years prior to the date of enrollment at Miami-Dade may require validation by examination. A high school transcript indicating date of graduation may be required of applicants who have completed fewer than 12 acceptable college credits or if the student is under 18 years of age.
Students who have taken courses in non-English speaking countries must have an official certified translation made of their credits and submit this translation to the Admissions Office. See International Student Admissions section for further requirements.

Application for admission is to be submitted to a College Admissions Office at the earliest possible date prior to the beginning of the term of enrollment. Out of state applicants are to submit the application at least 60 days prior to the beginning of the term and international applicants should also have all admissions credentials on file at least 60 days prior to the beginning of the term of expected enrollment. A $20.00 non-refundable application fee is charged for processing a student's first application. New students may submit their application electronically via the internet at http://mdns11.mdcc.edu/admission/.

All Florida residents must complete a Florida Residency statement verifying residency status for fee assessment purposes as a part of the admissions process. The statement is provided on the reverse side of the application form. See Florida Residency information in this catalog for additional details.

Official Transcript(s) from the applicant's high school, college, university, or other post-secondary educational institutions are to be mailed directly or sent electronically to the Admissions Office from the institutions. Each applicant

High School Equivalency diploma or certificate holders should provide the original document and score report (which will be returned) or an exact copy of the documents. In Florida, this certificate is the State of Florida High School Diploma. See the General Educational Diploma (GED) section for additional information.
E. Failure to submit all necessary admissions credentials, transcripts or certifications will result in an obligation that will prevent registration, release of grades, transcripts or enrollment certification.