» Admissions Requirements
Ranken Technical College seeks students who will succeed in, benefit from and contribute to Ranken’s educational programs and opportunities.
Ranken Technical College accepts applications for most programs for both the fall and spring semesters. Contact the admissions office for specific program start dates.
The College operates on a rolling admission system. All credentials submitted for admission must be on file no later than one week prior to final registration for the semester in which the applicant wishes to begin.
The director of admissions welcomes enrollment inquiries from prospective students, high school and college counselors, and academic advisors.
All correspondence regarding applications for admission and all application credentials should be addressed to:
Admissions Office
Ranken Technical College
4431 Finney Avenue
St. Louis, Missouri 63113
Fax: (314) 286-3309
APPLICATION FEE
A non refundable application fee of $25 is required for application to Ranken Technical College’s day school programs, the Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (BSAM) program or the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program. The fee is the same for all students—degree seeking or certificate seeking—whether they begin in the fall or spring session. The fee is not refundable if the applicant withdraws. An application fee is not required for the continuing education certificate programs.
ADMISSION
Candidates for admission may begin the application process at any time. All materials are due one week prior to the start of the semester. However, application and registration is encouraged early as classes fill very quickly. To complete their application, candidates must submit the following:
Application for admission
- A non refundable $25 application fee (day school program applicants only not-applicable for continuing education applicants)
- Official high school transcript showing all work to date and all available aptitude and achievement scores (ACT/SAT tests)
- high school diploma or GED certificate and official transcripts showing completed coursework from all other colleges attended
- A personal interview with a Ranken admissions representative is recommended.
MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR ADMISSION TO RANKEN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Applicants who possess a high school diploma or GED certificate are considered eligible for admission to the College. The following criteria will be used to determine placement in courses:
Day School
- ACT test scores*
- COMPASS test scores* (administered by Ranken)
- College credit: transferable semester hours with a “C” or higher from a regionally-accredited college or university
- All degree-seeking students must also take an algebra placement test and a writing placement test before registering for courses.
The COMPASS test is administered by appointment during regular office hours. Students should allow at least two hours for testing. Study guides for the test sections are available here for download in pdf format:
* Current placement test score standards are available upon request from the admissions office.
Evening School
Evening school students who possess a high school diploma or GED meet all requirements for entrance into their major and are not required to meet placement criteria. (Exception: Students interested in the Control Systems Technology program, Electrical Automation Technology program, or Electrical Construction Design and Management program must take the Compass numerical skills placement test.)
Bachelor of Science in Applied Management (BSAM)
Admissions requirements include a degree or certificate from Ranken’s day school program; a two-year certificate from our continuing education program; or an application for transfer from a regionally-accredited institution with a technical associate’s degree or certificate.
Applications for admission through transfer credit will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Letters of recommendation from past faculty or employers, providing evidence of the prospective student’s work ethic may also be required.
TRANSFER ADMISSION
Ranken Technical College welcomes transfer students from a wide variety of backgrounds—from two-year and four-year public and private universities and colleges. Transfer applicants are those degree-or certificate-seeking students who have previously enrolled in a regionally-accredited post-secondary degree program. Transfer applicants should begin application procedures at least one month prior to final registration for the semester in which they seek admission.
Students who wish to transfer into a Ranken day school program may use transferable credits to meet the placement criteria. An official transcript should be sent to the admissions office. The transferability of credits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis by the Registrar’s office.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSION
Ranken Technical College is a global community. We encourage applications from international students. All applications must be delivered to the admissions office and must include the following: » A completed, signed application form and a non refundable $25 application fee (not-applicable for continuing education applicants, day school programs applicants only). » U.S. high school diploma, final high school transcript or a foreign high school diploma that has been evaluated by World Education Services, Inc. Students are responsible for the translation services. » Students who have earned college-level credits and who wish to apply those credits toward a degree may be asked to have their transcripts evaluated by World Education Services, Inc. » Satisfy minimum standards for placement into their program. READMISSION TO RANKEN TECHNICAL COLLEGE Degree-or certificate-seeking students who left prior to completing their course of study or Ranken graduates seeking further degrees or certificates may apply for readmission. All candidates must submit a separate readmission application and day school students must submit a non refundable application fee of $25 to the admissions office for consideration. Contact the admissions office for additional information. ORIENTATION An orientation program precedes each new semester. All new students are required to attend in order to learn the College’s policies and procedures, regulations and support services. In addition, students are exposed to the resources that will help them build a successful career. New students will be notified of orientation dates.
For more information contact the Admissions Office by phone at (314) 286-4809 or via email at admissions@ranken.edu.
Make sure to visit the Admissions calendar to see our upcoming admissions-related events.
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