LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
Inside this publication, you will find information on the many exciting programs offered by Isothermal Community College. We are excited about new programs in hospitality and tourism, as well as in agribusiness. Courses in the Applied Sciences and Engineering Technologies, Arts and Sciences, Health and Public Services and Business Sciences will prepare you for...
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Enroll this summer for Fall 2016!
Start here. Go anywhere. Register now.
Whether you want to begin your education, move up in your career or start a new one, you can start at Isothermal Community College.
For more information, visit www.isothermal.edu/admissions or give the Admissions Office a call at 828-395-1430.
Registration Dates:
Registration for Fall 2015 is open until...
The Intangible Benefits of College Education
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Building a Solid Career: Construction industry needs new, skilled workers
Building a solid career
Construction industry needs new, skilled workers
By Naomi Sheehan
Even after taking a hit in the 2008 financial meltdown, construction remains a prime driver of the American economy. The sector has been pegging steadily upward over the past five years, and is projected to gather steam in the coming decade.
One hitch? Many skilled tradesmen left construction never...
Find More in: Construction and Architecture
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A Head’s Up on Financial Aid
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A Head’s Up on Financial Aid
Headache-saving changes are coming
By Naomi Sheehan
Changes are coming to the financial aid process that will make it easier to apply for help and plan ahead for college.
Beginning October 1, 2016, students will be able to file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2017-18 year. This pushes the application date up by several months...
7 Easy Steps to Enroll at Isothermal Community College
STEP 1
APPLY
For admission, complete an application: www.isothermal.edu/admissions
For financial aid, complete the FAFSA: www.fafsa.gov. Call Financial Aid at 828-395-4198 with questions.
STEP 2
REQUEST ADMISSION DOCUMENTS
Have your high school or GED Center send your official, final transcript to:Isothermal Admissions Office
P.O. Box 804
Spindale, NC 28160
STEP...
A Bumper Crop of New Jobs: Openings to outnumber grads in agriculture, natural resources
A Bumper Crop of New Jobs
Openings to outnumber grads in agriculture, natural resources
By Naomi Sheehan
In the next five years, there will be nearly 58,000 openings every year for college graduates in agriculture, food, renewable natural resources, and the environment. But not enough grads will be available to fill those openings, according to a new report by Purdue University in Indiana...
Taking the Right Steps (towards becoming a successful transfer student)
8 steps all successful transfer students must complete in order to transition as smoothly as possible from a 2-year community college to a 4-year institution!...
Isothermal Community College Guide to Careers
Choosing a career path is an important decision and Isothermal Community College is dedicated to providing education to fit a wide variety of career goals. Choose from certificates, associate degrees and transfer studies to prepare you for careers that support your unique interests and ambitions.
Enterprising
Business and Financial Careers
Can you see yourself starting a business,...
Continuing Education Focus: Career Training
CONTINUING EDUCATION FOCUS
Career Training
Growth as a professional never ends – learning is continual – development is ongoing.
Not everyone has the luxury of being able to spend four, five or sometimes six years attending classes, studying, volunteering, participating in internships, enjoying campus activities and following a career-training path that can take several years.
Some...
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439 Graduates. 439 Success Stories.
439 graduates. 439 success stories.
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• 117 degree, diploma and certificate programs in today’s hottest fields
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