Counselor Update GuideA Quick Reference to Del Mar College

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Dear Coastal Bend High School Counselor,Why encourage your students to consider Del Mar College? Small classes, individual attention, affordable tuition, outstanding faculty, just to name a few of our advantages. Let me share some details.

Quality Programs• — We offer more than 125 programs ranging from liberal arts to echocardiography, aviation technology to mechanical engineering, law enforcement to digital media. The District recently invested more than $135 million to build and equip classrooms and specialized learning laboratories to promote student success.

Individual Attention• — Faculty ensure that your graduates have the best opportunity to prepare to earn a living wage or transfer for a bachelor’s degree. The average class size is 22 students. I recently added two new deans to the College’s staff to concentrate on Student Outreach and Enrollment Services and Student Engagement and Retention.

Outstanding Instruction• — Del Mar has more Piper Professors for Outstanding Classroom Teaching than any other community college in the state. Our credit programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, meaning courses applicable to bachelor’s degrees transfer easily.

National Recognition • — Del Mar College ranks in the top 2% of community colleges in the country for graduating Hispanic students with associate degrees.

Affordable Costs• — Students living in the Del Mar College District pay only $1,095 per semester for a full course load. The District includes Calallen, Corpus Christi, Flour Bluff, Tuloso-Midway and West Oso Independent School Districts. Del Mar distributed more than $30 million in financial aid and scholarships last year to eligible students.

If you need more information before encouraging your students to pursue their dreams at Del Mar College, please contact me at (361) 698-1203.

Sincerely,

Mark Escamilla, Ph.D.President

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SERVING SOUTH TEXASMore than 22,000 credit and noncredit students enroll at Del Mar College each year for academic, business, occupational, professional, and personal development.

CONVENIENT LOCATIONDel Mar College includes two campuses and two off-campus centers in Corpus Christi. As a commuter college, both main campuses and the Center for Economic Development are easily accessible to students in the Coastal Bend area. In addition, Del Mar College has the Northwest Center, an off-campus site located in Calallen, Texas, structured to provide credit and continuing education courses to the surrounding communities’ students.

TOP DEGREE PRODUCERDel Mar College is consistently ranked among the nation’s top community colleges to grant associate degrees to Hispanic students according to Community College Week.

MANY MAJORS AVAILABLEStudents can choose from more than 50 Associate degrees that transfer to accredited universities or select Associate in Applied Science degrees or certificates in more than 140 occupational fields to prepare for the working world.

TRANSFER SUCCESSThree out of four Del Mar graduates planning to transfer to a university do so within one year of College graduation.

OCCUPATIONAL SUCCESSThe average passing rate for Del Mar graduates is just over 95% in occupational programs that require licensing for employment, such as Registered Nurse Education, Cosmetology and Real Estate.

ACCREDIATIONDel Mar College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097) to award Certificates of Achievement and Associate Degrees.

AFFORDABLEDel Mar College students traditionally pay less than ¼ the cost of the same semester credit hour load if taken at area universities.

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Ready to help achieve dreams? Here’s how to get started!

OPEN DOOR ADMISSIONSDel Mar College is an “open door” institution. This includes anyone who is a high school graduate, received a GED, or may need individual approval for admission due to special circumstances. NOTE: Admission to the College does not guarantee admission to all programs of the College due to limits on space or specialized equipment.Call (361) 698-1290 (East) or (361) 698-1193 (West)

ADMISSIONS CHECKLISTThese items should be submitted to the Student Enrollment Center to complete an admissions file:

Admission Application: 1. www.ApplyTexas.org Test Scores: Texas Success Initiative (THEA, 2. COMPASS, etc.) for all first time college students. Some transfer students may be required to provide test scores.Transcript: Official final high school transcript or 3. General Educational Development (GED) test scores for a first time college student.Official college transcripts from all previous colleges 4. attended for transfer/Dual Credit students.Residency: Proof of residency (i.e. driver’s license, 5. student I.D.) from the past 12 months for in-state tuition rates.Vaccine: All new incoming students who are 30 6. years of age or younger will need to show proof of a bacterial meningitis vaccination at least 10 days prior to the first day of classes.

TRANSITIONAL PROGRAMSDual Credit and Early Admission Programs—High school juniors and seniors can earn college-level credit before high school graduation through these two specialized programs. Call the Del Mar College Dual Credit Office at (361) 698-2424 to learn how to set up Dual Credit courses on your campus!

GED PROGRAMSIf your students haven’t earned their high school diploma, contact the Department of GED Instruction at the Del Mar College West Campus for high school equivalency classes which are designed to help pass the GED test. A Transitions Liaison will work exclusively with your student to help them enroll in college upon GED completion. Call (361) 698-1756

COLLEGE COSTS2011-2012 Academic Year Students living in the following areas qualify for Del Mar College in-district tuition:

Calallen Independent School District•Corpus Christi Independent School District•Flour Bluff Independent School District•Tuloso-Midway Independent School District•West Oso Independent School District •

Students who live outside the five school districts but have lived in the state of Texas for the past 12 months qualify for out-of-district tuition. If they have lived outside the state or the country over the past 12 months, they will pay out-of-state/foreign tuition. Military personnel or their dependents should contact the Student Veterans Office to establish residency status.

TSI Placement ExemptionsTAKS Scores Reading=2200+ and Writing=3+ Math=2200+ SAT Scores Critical Reading=500+ Math=500+ Total=1070+ACT Scores Reading=19+ Math=19+ Composite=23+

Del Mar College offers Academic Testing for THEA or COMPASS.To schedule a test call: (361) 698-1645

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TUITION AND MANDATORY FEES* Semester District Out-of- Out-of-State Hours Residents District /Foreign

3 $330.00 $480.00 $577.00

6 $585.00 $885.00 $1,107.00

9 $840.00 $1,290.00 $1,623.00

12 $1,095.00 $1,695.00 $2,139.00

15 $1,350.00 $2,100.00 $2,655.00

*Tuition and fees are subject to change. The Del Mar College Board of Regents has the option to adjust tuition and fees. Texas state legislative action may also change costs. For current tuition and fees, go to: www.delmar.edu/admissions/tuition.php

FINANCIAL AIDFinancial Aid Priority Deadlines: January 1: FAFSA Application AvailableMay 1: Fall and Academic year These items should be submitted to Financial Aid Services to complete financial aid packaging:

Financial Aid Application: 1. www.fafsa.gov

DMC Forms: Submit needed forms through 2. WebDMC E-Forms upon DMC request. Students should check DMC email for needed forms.Award: Accept or Reject Financial Assistance Awards 3. on WebDMC “Financial Aid” Bridge tab.Refund: The Del Mar College HigherOne Refund 4. card is distributed after registration with refund aid deposited after tuition has been paid.

Applications for financial assistance will be accepted after January 1 of each year for the following academic year. It is recommended that students apply at least three months before the priority deadline.Call (361) 698-1293 (East) or (361) 698-1726 (West)

DEL MAR COLLEGE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPSDeadline for Scholarships:March 15: Academic Year (Fall and Spring)One Del Mar College Foundation Scholarship application is needed per student, per year. Apply online only for scholarships: http://stars.delmar.edu/stars Students are notified in May of awarded scholarships via e-mail. Scholarships are awarded once a year for the academic year (Fall and Spring). Call (361) 698-1033, or email: foundation@delmar.edu

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Engagement and Student Retention Services

Del Mar College offers a wide variety of special services and programs geared to help your student reach their education goals. Your students should take advantage of these opportunities to make the most of the community college experience.

SERVICES and RESOURCESDisability Services – The Special Services Office is available for students with disabilities to assist them in attending Del Mar College. A staff disability specialist assesses each student’s needs and eligibility to determine appropriate accommodations and services.Call (361) 698-1292 www.delmar.edu/specserv

Child Care – The Morris L. Lichtenstein, Jr. Center for Early Learning is an instructional facility for the Child Development/Early Childhood program. This facility provides on-campus child care for ages two months through 6 years. Professionally trained staff provides part-time and full-time care for days, evenings, and weekends. Rates are competitive with other area facilities. College students may qualify for childcare scholarships. Call (361) 698-1083 www.delmar.edu/cel

TRiO Student Support Services Program – TRiO offers a variety of services for eligible students designed to enhance the education experience. Services offered include tutoring, financial aid information, encoring, college transfer assistance, career exploration, assistance with goal setting and attainment and academic and social activities. The goal of TRiO is to assist students in their efforts to successful accomplish their goals.Call (361) 698-1589 (East) or (361) 698-1894 (West) www.delmar.edu/trio Honors Program – If students have high academic scores, they may want to participate in the Honors Program that allows them to take enriched courses and earn honors credits on their transcript.Call (361) 698-2467 www.delmar.edu/honors

Student Technology Centers – Take advantage of personal computer laboratories located on both the East and West Campus. The student technology fee allows students to access the latest software for completing class assignments or accessing the Internet.

Resources for Excellence in Communication (REC) Center – Individualized computer modules, interactive audiotapes and other specialized computer learning aids are available to help with speech and foreign language courses.Call (361) 698-1581www.delmar.edu/comm/speech_reccenter.html

Opening and dedication of Student Veterans Office in Harvin Student Center on the East Campus

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Learning Resources – The College keeps more than 180,000 book volumes, along with thousands of audiovisuals and periodicals, in its library resources. Internet-accessible computers, audio equipment, permanent art collections, teleconferencing facilities and self-paced tutoring are available on both campuses.www.delmar.edu/library

Student Veterans Office – Del Mar is a designated Service Members Opportunity College dedicated to the education needs of active duty military personnel and their dependents. The College is also approved for benefits under the Veterans Readjustment Act.Call (361) 698-1250www.delmar.edu/military

Parking – For safety and the general welfare of the College, a Vehicle Identification Permit (VIP) is needed on a vehicle to park on College property. The first VIP is included in general fees costs. Students are responsible for ensuring that their vehicle is legally parked while on campus.

Ride the RTA – Travel across the city for free with valid Del Mar College student I.D. The Regional Transportation Authority operates fixed routes and accessible B-line curb-to-curb bus service in Nueces County and parts of San Patricio County that directly and indirectly serve the College’s campuses. www.ccrta.org

English for Speakers of Other Languages Lab – The College offers special instructional programs and

free tutoring for students whose first language is not English.Call (361) 698-1695www.delmar.edu/comm/esol_lab.html

Peer Tutoring – If your students need free tutoring help with a specific course or just want one-on-one support to reach their personal or professional goals, contact the Student Tutoring Program.Call (361) 698-2267www.delmar.edu/studentlife/tutoring

Stone Writing Center – Free tutoring on grammar, punctuation and sentence structure, along with help writing that research paper, are offered in the Stone Writing Center on the East Campus or online. Call (361) 698-1364www.delmar.edu/swc

Reading Lab – If they need to improve their reading skills for college assignments or just want to read with better comprehension, the Reading Center offers free assistance.Call (361) 698-1535www.delmar.edu/comm/reading_lab.html

Math Learning Center – The Center offers help for mathematics classes and are open days, evenings and weekends.Call (361) 698-1579www.delmar.edu/math/MLC

Retention Alert Program (RAP) – Direct assistance and support is offered to students experiencing barriers that affect their ability to be successful. Through a collaborative partnership

with the faculty, Retention Case Managers offer a variety of direct intervention services including guidance and campus/community resource information to assist students in reaching their academic goals. Call (361) 698-1285 or (361) 698-2317

STUDENT LIFEIntramural Sports – Polish a sports skill or just stay physically fit through intramural sports ranging from soccer, volleyball, tennis and swimming to racquetball, bowling, golf and weight training.

Cultural Programs – Del Mar has always been a strong cultural influence on the community. The College presents some 100 musical concerts, dramatic presentations, art exhibits, dance programs, lectures and workshops throughout the year. Many are free and open to the public.

Student Activities and Organizations – Student life outside the classroom can enrich college experience. Join a club, get involved in service learning opportunities or volunteer in the community.

Freshmen Seminar – This course covers essential College survival skills, such as note taking, test preparation, time management, and College resources which are essential to your success.

New Student Orientation – This program offers important information on College regulations, resources, services and student activities. Meet College staff and faculty in one of these sessions before the first semester at Del Mar College.

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Outreach and Enrollment Services

OUTREACH and OFF-CAMPUS PROGRAMSThe Office of Outreach and Off-Campus Programs provides college opportunities to area schools and communities. Some of these services include, but are not limited to:Del Mar College Annual Career Fest

High school juniors and seniors invited to tour •campus, meet with professionals of various careers, talk with admissions staff, and get information about DMC programs.

Enrollment WorkshopsApply Texas, Free Application for Federal Student •Aid (FAFSA), Academic Testing, Scholarships and Advising and Registration

PresentationsClassroom Presentations to PreK-12, Parent Nights, •Non-Traditional StudentsPresentations include the Importance of College, •Financial Assistance and Del Mar College

Campus Tours On-Site High School Campus Visits

Information tables, College Fairs•

Third Thursday ProgramsProvides non-traditional students and working •parents the opportunity to visit with Del Mar College Outreach and Enrollment Specialists, Admissions representatives and Financial Assistance staff. Students will have access to full-service computer labs •to complete Apply Texas applications, FAFSA PIN applications and FAFSA submission and Del Mar College Foundation Scholarship applications. Admissions representatives will be on-site to enter •transcripts and test scores so that students, if eligible, are able to register for courses!

Call (361) 698-2404

STUDENT ENROLLMENT CENTERThe Enrollment Center has Enrollment Specialists who process applications, transcripts and test scores immediately upon arrival. They also advise and register students for Liberal Arts and Nursing majors. Students are encouraged to schedule an appointment but walk-ins are welcome.Call (361) 698-1290 (East) or (361) 698-1741 (West)

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC TESTINGThe Office of Academic Testing provides placement testing to prospective students. These services can be administered within their high school setting or at the Del Mar College East Campus Multiservice Center. Test schedule includes:Monday COMPASS Placement ExamTuesday QuickTHEA Placement ExamWednesday GED ExamThursday GED ExamFriday COMPASS Placement ExamSchedule is subject to change.Call (361) 698-1645

Outreach and Enrollment staff assisting students at the Del Mar College Northwest Center in Calallen.

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Del Mar College Majors

Division of Arts and Sciences AdvertisingArtBiologyBiotechnologyChemistryDramaEnglishForeign LanguagesGeographyGeologyHistoryJournalismKinesiologyLiberal ArtsMathematicsMexican-American StudiesMusicPhysicsPolitical SciencePre-ChiropracticPre-DentalPre-EngineeringPre-MedicalPre-Medical TechnologyPre-Nursing (B.S.)Pre-PharmacyPre-Physical TherapyPre-Veterinary MedicinePsychologyRadio and TelevisionSocial WorkSociologySound Recording TechnologySpeechUndeclared

Division of Business, Professional and Technical Education

AccountingAdministrative AssistantAir ConditioningAmerican Sign LanguageArchitectural/Drafting TechnologyAuto Body Applied TechnologyAutomotive Applied TechnologyAviation MaintenanceBanking and FinanceBasic Peace OfficerBuilding Maintenance Applied TechnologyBusiness AdministrationChemical Laboratory TechnologyChild Development/Early Childhood (EC)Child Dev./Early Childhood AdministratorComputer Programming:

Digital Media ForensicsInformation Systems Security AssociateInteractive Game TechnologyGeographic Information SystemsMultimedia-Internet DeveloperNetwork Support and Administration

Computer-Network Electronic TechnologyCosmetologyCourt ReportingCriminal JusticeCulinary ArtsDental AssistingDental HygieneDiagnostic Medical SonographyDiesel Applied TechnologyDigital MediaEchocardiographyEducation Majors (Associate of Arts):

Art English/Language ArtsHistory/Social Studies

Journalism Life ScienceMathematics Music Education Physical ScienceSpeechSpecial Education

Electrical Engineering 2+2EMS ProfessionsEngineeringFire ScienceGeneral Office ClerkHealth Information TechnologyHotel/Motel ManagementHuman ServicesIndustrial Machining Applied TechnologyInterpreter PreparationLegal Secretarial SpecialtyManagement Development:

General ManagementMarketing SpecializationProduction/Logistics Quality Assurance/ControlSmall Business Management

Mechanical EngineeringMedical Laboratory TechnologyMedical SecretaryNondestructive Testing TechnologyNuclear MedicineNurse EducationOccupational Safety/Health TechnologyOccupational Therapy AssistantParalegal SpecialtyPharmacy TechnologyPhysical Therapy AssistantPolice SciencePower Plant Applied TechnologyProcess TechnologyRadiologic TechnologyReal EstateRespiratory TherapyRestaurant ManagementSurgical TechnologyWelding Applied Technology

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EAST CAMPUS

AQ AquaticCenter

AU Richardson Performance Hall

CB Coles Classroom Building

CL Lichtenstein Center for Early Learning

CP Creighton Plaza

E English

SW English Learning Center

FA Fine Arts Center

(Art, Drama, Radio/TV)

FM Fine Arts Center (Music)

G Gymnasium

GS Garcia Science Building

HA HeldenfelsAdministrationBuilding

HC Harvin Student Center

•Admissions

•Registration

•FinancialAid

HH Heritage Hall

Please note: There will be construction work on the streets and parking lots of the East Campus through the academic year.

KN Kinesiology

L White Library

MB Maintenance Building

MC Memorial Classroom

MS MultiserviceCenter

PL Central Plant

S St. Clair Buiding

•StudentSuccessCenter

VB Venters Business Building

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AB Auto Body Applied Technology

AC AirConditioningTechnology

AM AviationMaintenanceTechnology

AS AutomotiveShop

CC Coleman Center

CP Central Plant

DS Diesel Building

ET Emerging Technology

FT Flato Technology

WEST CAMPUS

GEDGEDEducationCenter (includesPC, PD, and PE buildings)

GH Guard House

GP General Purpose (formerlyWestCampusAdministration)

HS1 Health Sciences 1 (south side)

HS2 Health Sciences 2 (center)

HS3 Health Sciences 3 (north side)

LC Barth Learning Resources Center

MT Metals Technology

MV Maintenance Building

NE NutritionEducationandServiceCenter

PS1 Public Safety Classroom and Laboratory

PS2 Public Safety Annex

PS3 Public Safety Burn Tower

PS4 Public Safety Simulated Residence

RM Restaurant Management

101 Baldwin Blvd. • Corpus Christi, TX 78404-3897www.delmar.edu

Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educational Institution. The College takes affirmative action to endeavor that no person shall be denied the benefits of equal employment or be subjected to discrimination in employment or educational programs and activities of Del Mar College on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability, or any other constitutionally or statutorily impermissible reason.

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REFERENCES

Outreach and Recruitment (361) 698-2404Student Enrollment Center East (361) 698-1290 West (361) 698-1741Testing and Assessment (361) 698-1645Scholarship Foundation Office (361) 698-1033Financial Aid East (361) 698-1293 West (361) 698-1726Cashier’s Office (361) 698-1555Disability Services (361) 698-1292Liberal Arts Advising (361) 698-1741Safety and Security Office (361) 698-1199Office of the Registrar East (361) 698-1255 West (361) 698-1738Student Veterans Office (361) 698-1250

OUTREACH CALENDAR

FALL SEMESTERAugust – December DMC Intro PresentationsSeptember – November Apply Texas WorkshopsNovember – January Financial Aid NightsNovember Career Fest*December – January Underclass Presentations

SPRINg SEMESTERNovember – January Financial Aid NightsLate January – April FAFSA Workshops CAFé CON LEChE PROgRAMSFebruary – March Scholarship WorkshopsLate April – May On-Site Advising/

Registration

YEAR ROUNDCampus ToursThird Thursdays

*Campus Preview Days for 2012-2013 TBA

AT A GLANCE CALENDAR

FALL 2011November 7, 2011 Registration for Spring Opens*November 17, 2011 Career Fest Third Thursdays at DMCNovember 24-26, 2011 Thanksgiving Break – Campus

ClosedDecember 15, 2011 Third Thursdays at DMCDec. 16 – Jan. 2, 2012 Winter Break – Campus Closed

SPRINg 2012January 3, 2012 Tuition Due for Spring*January 16, 2012 MLK holiday – Campus ClosedJanuary 17, 2012 First Class DayJanuary 19, 2012 Third Thursdays at DMCFebruary 16, 2012 Third Thursdays at DMCFebruary 25, 2012 Feria para Aprender March 12-17, 2012 Spring Break – Campus ClosedMarch 15, 2012 Scholarship Application DueApril 9, 2012 Registration for Summer and Fall

OpensApril 19, 2012 Third Thursdays at DMCMay 1, 2012 FAFSA Priority Application DueMay 28, 2012 Memorial Day – Campus Closed

SUMMeR 2012June 4, 2012 Summer Session I First Class DayJuly 4, 2012 Independence Day – Campus

ClosedJuly 9, 2012 Summer Session II First Class Day

FALL 2012August TBA Tuition DueAugust 27, 2012 First Class Day

*See Web site for detailed registration dates and tuition deadlines.