As provided for in Senate Bill 140 and House Bill 215 and amended by Substitute House Bill 282
Office of Admissions
PSEO Program Post Secondary Enrollment Options Guidelines & Timeline Information
PSEO Office: (937) 512-2461
Coordinator: (937) 512-3060
Toll Free: 1-800-315-3000
Admissions fax: (937) 512-2459
2008 - 2009
Purpose of the Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) Program
PSEO is to provide high school students, ninth through twelfth grades, who are intellectually and socially capable of doing college work with an enriched educational option. Students may enroll at Sinclair on a full-time or part-time basis and complete nonsectarian courses for high school and college credit.
PSEO provides expanded opportunities for appropriately qualified high school students to experience course work at the college or university level. Any high school student who enrolls in any Sinclair courses is expected and required to perform at the same level as Sinclair’s regular students.
Sinclair’s PSEO Application Requirements
The completed PSEO application must include information from the high school counselor.
• Verification of a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative grade point average: (based on a 4.0 scale)
• Number of periods for scheduling per day at the high school, excluding lunch.
• Number of Carnegie units in which the student will be enrolled at high school during the academic year.
• Classes that a student is not eligible to take, or restricted from taking, at Sinclair.
• Non-eligible courses are as required by law, stated in Substitute House Bill 282: “A student may NOT enroll in any specific college course through the program if the student has taken high school courses in the same subject as the college course and has failed to attain a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent, in such completed high school course.” School districts may also restrict courses a student can take.
• Signatures of the applicant, the parent or guardian and high school counselor.
Choice of Two Options for PSEO: Option A or Option B (see below)
Option A allows the public, community or non-public high school student to choose, upon enrollment, college credit or both high school and college credit. In this case, the cost of the program is funded entirely by the student’s family.
Option B allows the student to receive both high school and college credit. For public high school and community school student, there is no transfer of tuition between student and college. The high school’s state foundation will pay the college directly. Public, community or non-public high school students electing this option will not be required to pay for tuition, books, materials or fees. If the student is enrolled in a non-public high school, the cost is subsidized by funds set aside by the Ohio General Assembly in each biennium and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.
If the student enrolls under Option B, reimbursement to the college by the school district is contingent on the student’s completing each course for which credit toward fulfilling the high school graduation requirements of the student’s school district or non-public school is requested. Failure to complete the course, whether through a formal class withdrawal process, incomplete course work, a failing grade or non-attendance, will result in any or all of the financial obligations for that course defaulting to the student or student’s parent or legal guardian as determined by the school district.
PSEO Class Policy
Sinclair Community College reserves the right to review the final selection of college classes approved by the high school and to limit participation in any class based on such circumstances as extraordinary lab or technical supply fees, age, safety issues, excessive course load, academic probation, etc.
Some classes in Art (ART), Automotive Technology (AUT), Aviation Technology (AVT) and Hospitality Management (HMT), Mathematics (MAT) and ALL Physical Education (PED) physical activity (non-class room) classes and Academic Foundations (ACA), formerly known as Developmental/DEV, are excluded from the program. A complete list of all classes excluded from PSEO funding is available through the high school counselor.
Who Can Answer PSEO Program Questions?
Your high school:
• The initial PSEO information session at the high school
• The required intent to participate form that must be signed by the student’s parent or legal guardian
• The required counseling as to the risks and advantages of the PSEO program
• Courses that can be taken for both high school and college credit
• Transportation
• Carnegie units required to meet high school graduation requirements
• How college grades will be calculated in the high school grade point average
Who Can Answer PSEO Program Questions?
Sinclair:
• College policies and procedures
• Application and eligibility requirements for the PSEO program at Sinclair
• Enrollment procedures and deadlines for PSEO students
• Book return policy
• Student expectations
Student: Keep this page for your records. 2008 - 2009
Post Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO)
(937) 512-2461 or (937) 512-3060
Fax: 937-512-2459
E-mail: pseo@sinclair.edu
Other questions? Questions or clarification about the Ohio State Board of Education, Chapter 3301-04, Rules for the Post Secondary Enrollment Options Program, contact the Department of Education District 2 Office (937) 339-2631 or visit: http://www.ode.state.oh.us
Student: Keep this page for your records. 2008 - 2009
Sinclair’s Time Line for PSEO Students
1. OBTAIN the current year’s Sinclair PSEO application from your high school guidance counselor.
• Current Sinclair PSEO applications are sent to the guidance office of each area high school by mid-February for the next academic year.
2. SUBMIT completed PSEO application to the PSEO coordinator located in the office of Admissions, Building 10, Room 10112 by May 1 for fall quarter registration.
• After this deadline a letter of permission from the student’s district superintendent is required, stating the student is eligible to apply for the PSEO program at Sinclair Community College.
• This will be accepted only through July 14 for fall quarter. After this time, applications will be processed for the winter quarter.
3. TEST to determine eligibility to participate in PSEO at Sinclair, based on Sinclair Accuplacer tests and/or ACT scores.
• All students completing the PSEO application process will receive a test pass by mail.
• The student is required to test in three areas: English (writing), mathematics, and reading.
• PSEO eligibility is based on testing in to college level in the above areas.
• PSEO applicants may test two times in a PSEO academic program year to become eligible.
• Completion of an Academic Foundations (ACA) course, formerly known as Developmental (DEV), does not qualify a student for the PSEO program.
• All testing and any retesting must be completed by August 1 for fall quarter.
• PSEO applicants cannot test after the winter quarter deadline of December 1.
TESTING: To test at Sinclair Community College:
Take the PSEO test pass provided to you to the New Student Enrollment Center, located in Building 10 on the Fourth Floor. The student will be advised about ACCUPLACER, the required placement test.
• A student can brush up on basic skills in the Academic Resource Center (ARC) located in Building 7, Room L07, prior to taking ACCUPLACER. A professional staff member will provide guidance to work through the individualized computer-based tutorials in English/writing, mathematics and reading. For information, (937) 512-3495.
• To practice for ACCUPLACER testing go to: www.testprepreview.com and click on ACCUPLACER Practice.
OR To Use ACT Test Scores:
• Take the ACT College Entrance Exam (ACT) and have official scores sent to Sinclair Community College by August 1. Copies of ACT scores and high school transcripts are not considered “official”. (www.act.org)
• A combination of official ACT scores and ACCUPLACER test scores are acceptable for determining PSEO eligibility. (For example, if the student does not score a 21 or above in reading or mathematics or 18 or above in English/writing on their ACT testing, he or she will be required to take ACCUPLACER in that subject area.)
• Deadline for receiving official ACT scores and/or completing ACCUPLACER testing is August 1 for fall quarter.
• You MUST notify the PSEO office if you intend to submit official ACT scores.
When a Student has met Eligibility Requirements for the PSEO Program:
• You will be sent a PSEO letter of acceptance, including your eligibility status, and a packet of detailed information about the next steps you will need to take to participate and register for courses in the PSEO program.
• You will need to attend a mandatory Sinclair Community College New Student Orientation which is the first step in the process for the PSEO program at Sinclair.
• If the entire PSEO process, including registration, is not completed by August 15 the eligible student will be processed for winter quarter.
What if a Student does not meet the Eligibility Requirements for the PSEO Program at Sinclair?
• If you have only tested once, retake the necessary placement test(s) for a second time or submit official ACT scores by August 1 for fall quarter.
• The student will incur a $15.00 testing fee to re-test in each subject area.
• ACCUPLACER testing can only be taken twice in a PSEO program year.
• See testing information above if you need help preparing for testing through Sinclair’s ARC or the though the ACCUPLACER website.
• If you need special accommodations, please contact Sinclair’s Educational Support Services, (937) 512-5113 prior to the testing process.
enroll in
General Eligibility:
Score at College Level on ACCUPLACER in Writing, Math and Reading or ACT scores of 21 or above in Reading and Math and 18 or above in English (writing) : Any Sinclair course as long as you have met the course prerequisite(s)
Non-Math Eligibility
Score at College Level on ACCUPLACER in Writing, Reading or ACT scores of 21 or above in Reading and 18 or above in English (writing):
Any Sinclair course EXCEPT mathematics or a course with a mathematics prerequisite
Before Attending a Sinclair New Student Orientation Session
• All incoming PSEO students are required to attend a 2-hour Sinclair New Student Orientation session by August 15 or before registering for classes.
• In order to get classes at the days and times wanted the student must attend an orientation session as early as possible.
• Check your PSEO eligibility status. The letter of acceptance will define eligibility, the number of credits that can be taken in the PSEO program during the academic year and any classes that cannot be taken.
After the New Student Orientation Session:
(Please see your PSEO packet for detailed information.)
Register
• Develop your Sinclair class schedule based on your eligibility status, hours available and restrictions.
• Finalize selection of classes based on advice from your high school counselor or an academic advisor at Sinclair.
• If you are unsure of what classes to take, check with your high school guidance counselor or schedule a time to talk with an academic advisor at Sinclair. Academic Advising is located in Building 11, Room 11346 or call (937) 512-3700 to make an appointment or confirm walk-in hours.
• Courses can normally be taken at any Sinclair location and at any class time available.
• Before considering online (Distance Learning) classes, students should first check with their high school counselor for approval.
• Register for fall quarter classes by the PSEO registration deadline.
Once Registered, Obtain Your Tartan Card
• Take a copy of your fee bill and a picture I.D. to Registration & Student Records, Building 10, Second Floor. This is where the Tartan Cards are issued. This is the student’s college I.D. and will be needed to obtain books once PSEO funding is processed.
PSEO Program Funding
• Allow at least one week for PSEO funding to be posted to the student’s account.
• Go to www.sinclair.edu and click on my.Sinclair, then Web Advisor, select “fee bill” and check for a zero ($0) balance.
• The book allowance will be applied at the time the fee bill balance is approved for payment. ($0 balance)
• The funded amount will be billed to the state and, in turn; be billed to your school district.
Books and Required Materials
• After checking for a $0 balance on Web Advisor, take your fee bill listing classes or a printed copy of “My Class Schedule” from Web Advisor and go to the Tartan Campus Store. Purchase required books by showing your Tartan Card to the cashier at the check out. Required books can also be purchased online with your Tartan Card.
• School districts may request that books purchased for courses taken through PSEO be returned to the high school. Please check with a counselor on the district’s PSEO book return policy. Do not return books to the PSEO office unless requested to do so.
• Technical supplies are supplies that are listed on the syllabus that are required for the class. To purchase technical supplies, bring the syllabus listing the items needed and an estimate of the cost needed to the Admissions office, Building 10, Room 10112. The funding will be arranged at that time. The student must allow 48 hours for the funding to be available at the Tartan Campus Store.
• Not all technical supplies are covered through the PSEO program. You may need to pay for equipment which you keep; such as tools, calculators, software and uniforms.
Verify Your Class Schedule Prior to Attending Class
• Always confirm your registration by checking Web Advisor/My Class Schedule.
• Make sure of the location of classes and the class meeting times.
• Attend all classes.
• Incomplete or failed courses will become the student and parents’ responsibility, along with book and supply costs.
• Late withdrawals (W grade) from courses are also the responsibility of the student and parent.
• Students should check their my.Sinclair e-mail frequently for updates on class status and communication from instructors.
PSEO Registration for Next Quarter
• Prior to beginning of the registration period for the next quarter the student will receive written notification advising about the process and PSEO deadlines.
• Reminder: PSEO deadlines may vary from Sinclair’s normal deadlines. Please follow the PSEO “Important Dates” for each quarter carefully.
High School Students Continuing in PSEO for the Next Academic Year
• To continue in the PSEO Program during the next academic year, submit a new PSEO application to the high school counselor by May 1.
• New Student Orientation is not required for continuing students if they have already attended a session.
• Re-testing is not required for continuing students who have previously tested eligible for the PSEO program.
Reminder: The high school guidance counselor is not responsible for answering questions during the summer as she or he is normally not available during this time. Questions regarding scheduling and other high school issues need to be answered prior to the summer break.
Success Starts Here!
Parking for Admissions/PSEO
Building 10, Room 10112
Getting to Sinclair:
Take the Third Street exit, 53A, off I-75 turn east. Turn right on Perry Street and then right on Fourth Street. Turn left on Fifth Street (under the West Walkway) and enter the Student/Visitors Parking Garage (Lot A).
Where to park:
Use the Student/Visitor Parking Garage (Lot A). From the parking garage you can reach Admissions by using either walkway. Walkways connect the third floor of the parking garage and the campus.
After crossing the West Walkway, turn right and enter Building 3. Proceed through Building 3 and 2. Between Buildings 1 and 2 turn right up to inclined hallway to Building 10. On the far side (east) of the third floor of Building 10, take the stairs or elevator to the first floor. Admissions is on the first floor.
After crossing the East Walkway, turn left and proceed through Building 11. When you enter Building 10, turn left and take the elevator or stairs to the first floor. Admissions is on the first floor.
