Admissions Overview

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PJC maintains an open-door admissions policy. Admission does not guarantee placement in selective programs.

📘 Admissions Page: https://www.parisjc.edu/admissions/apply.php

Admission Categories

First-Time-In-College (FTIC)

Students enrolling after high school graduation (including former dual credit students).

Transfer Students

Must:

  • Submit official transcripts from all institutions
  • Meet GPA requirements
  • Complete 25% of degree at PJC

📘 Transfer Info: https://parisjc.edu/admissions/transfer-credit.php

Dual Credit / Concurrent Enrollment

Eligible high school students may earn college credit.

📘 Dual Credit Page: https://www.parisjc.edu/dual-credit/

Transient Students

Students temporarily enrolled while primarily attending another institution.

International Students

SEVIS-approved. Must:

  • Provide proof of English proficiency
  • Maintain full-time enrollment
  • Carry approved insurance

📘 International Students: https://www.parisjc.edu/international/ 

Readmission

Students absent for one year must reapply. Students suspended must complete reinstatement requirements.

Academic Fresh Start

Texas residents may request exclusion of coursework 10+ years old.

📘 Academic Fresh Start: https://www.parisjc.edu/admissions/fresh-start.php

Texas Success Initiative (TSI)

Students must demonstrate college readiness unless exempt.

📘 TSI Info: https://www.parisjc.edu/testing/tsia.php