Admissions Requirements

Admissions to Cape Cod Community College is based upon the "open door" philosophy required by the Massachusetts Department of Higher Education. Each student is admitted on a first-come basis, provided that:

  1. The applicant is eligible
  2. The applicant completed the application procedures
  3. There is a vacancy in the program for which one applies


This admissions policy does not apply to the Dental Hygiene, Massage Therapy, Medical AssistingPDF document, Diagnostic TechnicianPDF document, Paramedic or Nursing programs, nor does it apply to international applicants.

Tri-Level Nurse Aide/Home Health AidePDF document program applicants contact Rosemary Dillon to learn more about applying:

Phone: (508) 362-2131 x4452
E-mail: rdillon@capecod.edu

 

 Application Procedures

  1. Submit a completed application form to Admissions by the priority filing dates of:

    August 15th for the Fall semester
    January 10th for the Spring semester
     
  2. Submit official high school transcripts/GED diploma ONLY IF you:

    Are a current high school senior, or

    Have not yet completed your GED coursework or examinations at the time you submit your application, or

    Are an applicant to a selective health program (Dental Hygiene, Diagnostic technician, Massage therapy, Medical Assisting, Nursing or Paramedic), or

    Are an international applicant requiring an F-1 student visa
     
  3. Applicants who are not currently enrolled in high school or a GED program and have not graduated from high school may be eligible for the Ability to Benefit option. Please contact the Admissions Office for further information.
     
  4. Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities ever attended.


International Applicants: Please visit the International Applicants page of the website or contact the Admissions Office for information on additional requirements.