Are there restrictions on when I can register for my CTE Dual Credit class?
Yes you must register for your college credit through SERS during the year you take the class. Registration closes on May 1.
What grade do I need to earn in order to receive the college credits?
You must earn a "B" (3.0) or better in order to receive the college credit. If the CTE class requires two or more semesters of work in order to earn the college credit, you must have a "B" or better in all semesters.
Will the college credit I earn through CTE Dual Credit transfer to colleges other than Yakima Valley College?
There is no guarantee these credits will transfer to any other community college, technical college, four-year college or university. We recommend that you contact each prospective college you wish to go and ask how your credits will transfer. Some colleges will take credit how it is (such as accounting credit will transfer as an accounting [...]
Am I eligible to earn CTE Dual Credit credits from classes I took in previous years?
No. You can only register for classes for the year you are taking them.
Will the college credit I earn at my high school be looked at differently than if I earned them at the colleges themselves?
No. When you earn your college credit through CTE Dual Credit, the credits will appear on your college transcript exactly the same as if you earned them at the college.
How do I get my transcript?
You will need to contact Yakima Valley College or the college where you earned credit. Transcripts are handled in the Registration department of the college.
What is the difference between an “official” and “unofficial” transcript?
An official transcript comes in a sealed envelope and is the type you would give to the college you might attend. Once the seal is broken, it becomes an unofficial transcript. Official transcripts can also be sent electronically through specific services such as Parchment.
I received an email stating I was accepted as a student at YVC. Will I also receive an acceptance letter in the mail?
Yes. The day after you receive the email, an official Letter of Acceptance will be mailed to your address. Please allow 3-5 days for delivery. The letter will also be accompanied by a checklist to help guide you through the entire enrollment process.
I applied online to YVC and have not heard anything back. How long should a decision take?
Students typically hear back a few days after submitting the application fee. If it has been longer than a week, check with admissions to verify your payment has been received.