 Frequently Asked Questions
Campus Pipeline
What information is
available through Campus Pipeline?
You can check for new email, review your
grades, class schedules and register via Campus Pipeline. You log onto
Campus Pipeline using your user name and PIN.
To avoid having to wait to have your pin
reset test your pin before you need to get into pipeline. Email help@jeffstateonline.com to have your pin reset.
What is my user name
and PIN for Campus Pipeline?
If you applied for admission after July 1,
2002, your username for Campus Pipeline will usually be your name
configuration (first initial of your first name, the first initial of your
middle name and your entire last name). NOTE: It is possible for another
student to have the same name configuration. If this does not work,
please contact help.
If you applied before July 1, 2002, your
username is your student number (social security number).
Your pin number is your birthday (MMDDYY).
If you continue to have problems, contact Help
at help@jeffstateonline.com.
WebCT
I am enrolled in an
internet course. How do I access WebCT?
From our homepage, click internet
courses. You will be able to log onto WebCT.
Your username is the first part of your
Jeff State email address. You
will be able to access your username from the webcCt the log in page.
You may contact the
WebCT support at webcthelp@jeffstateonline.com
Admissions
I am a first-time student. How do I apply
for admission to Jeff State?
It's easy! Whether you are planning to
enroll at Jefferson State as a first-time freshman, returning student,
transfer or transient student you will need to complete an
application for admission. You may access the application from our
homepage. Submit the application online or fax to 856-6070 or mail to Enrollment
Services.
Note: If you are a returning student, you
should print the admissions application (using the PDF Adobe Reader File)
and fax (205-856-6070) or mail it to Enrollment Services. (The mailing
address is in the upper right-hand corner of the application.)
I want to take classes
while still attending high school.
For information on our dual enrollment and
accelerated program for high school students, please contact the
Coordinator of Dual Enrollment at (205) 856-7923 or email asipper@jeffstateonline.com.
I am a transient student. How do I apply
for admission?
Go to our
homepage. Choose perspective student and click Admissions. Complete the
application. Print and fax (856-6070) or mail the traditional way.
You may also submit your application online.
You will need to
complete a new application for each term that you attend as a transient
student. The new application must be on file before you will be allowed to
register for class. Ask your advisor to complete
a transient letter showing the courses you are approved to take at
Jefferson State. You will not be allowed to attend without an official
transient letter with the appropriate courses and signatures. The
transient letter protects you when you transfer the courses back to your
other school. After completing the term, you must request an official transcript an official transcript to be mailed to your returning school. You may mail your completed application and transient
letter to:
Enrollment Services
Jefferson State Community College
2601 Carson Road
Birmingham, AL 35215
I am an international student. How do I
apply for admission?
All prospective international students
must apply for admission to Jefferson State. The admissions process must
be complete prior to the issuance of the Form I-20 and before enrolling in
classes. You may access the admissions forms and requirements by logging
onto our
homepage. Click
International Students. You may also pick up an admissions
package from the International Office at the Jefferson Campus or the
Reception Desk at the Shelby-Hoover Campus or send an e-mail request to international@jeffstateonline.com.
When is the next term
to register for classes?
Jeff State is on a semester calendar. The
fall semester generally begins in August. The spring semester starts in
January and the summer term generally begins the end of May or first of
June. For specific dates and events, click here to view a detailed
calendar.
When will the class schedule be available?
The class schedule is available from our
homepage
and at both campuses. It is generally available 6 weeks before the next
term.
How do I request to have my transcript
sent to another college?
You may fax or mail a transcript request.
You will need to include the following information in your request: full
name, your current mailing address, your daytime phone number, social
security number, date of birth, dates of attendance, name and address of
where you want the transcript sent, and your signature. Your signature is
the legal release for us to mail your transcript. The fax number is (205)
856-6070. You may also complete a transcript request in Enrollment
Services at either the Jefferson, Shelby or Pell City Campus. Email requests
cannot be accepted.
How do I change my major?
Complete an
Enrollment Plan form. This
form is available from our
homepage. Under Enrolled
Students, click
Forms. Print the form (using the PDF Adobe Reader File). You may mail or fax (205-856-6070)
this form to Enrollment Services. You may also complete this form in person in Enrollment Services at the Jefferson, Shelby or Pell City Campus.
How do I change my information?
Complete a
Student Information Change
form. This form is available from our
homepage. Under Enrolled
Students, click
Forms. Choose
Student
Information Change form.
Print the form (using the PDF Adobe Reader File). You may mail or fax (205) 856-6070 this form to Enrollment Services. You may also complete
this form in person in Enrollment Services at the Jefferson, Shelby or Pell City Campus.
How do I check my grades?
You can review your grades via
Campus Pipeline. To avoid
having to wait to have your pin reset please try to log on to pipeline
before you actually need to (to see your grades). If you have a problem
email
help@jeffstateonline.com to have
your pin reset. Be sure to include your full name in the email.
I need a copy of the College Catalog and
Student Handbook.
You may access our
College Catalog and Student Handbook
from our homepage
Financial Aid
How do I apply for
Grants and Loans?
To apply for Federal Aid you can use the
internet at
www.fafsa.ed.gov or complete a paper copy and mail the
information to the federal government. To complete the federal
application you will use the income records for the calendar year prior to
the academic year for which you are applying for financial aid. You will
also need our school code (001022) to have your financial aid application
sent to Jefferson State. Before receiving financial aid, students must
have all official transcripts on file. Transcripts must be mailed
directly from the sending institution. Hand delivered transcripts will
not be accepted. All transcripts must be on file even if you did not
receive financial aid at that institution.
When are scholarship
applications available?
Scholarship applications are available in
January and February each year with a March 1 deadline. These
scholarships are for the up coming school year. Please contact Financial Aid office
at, pmclean@jeffstateonline.com, for
more information.
How will I know if I
qualify for federal aid?
Once the Financial Aid Office receives
your SAR (application) back from the Federal Government they will send you
in-house papers that you will need to complete. When the Financial Aid
Office receives the in-house papers, they will send you an award letter
stating how much and if you qualify for grants or loans only. Before
receiving financial aid, students must have all official transcripts on
file.
Distance Learning
What is distance
learning?
Distance learning consists of two types
of classes; internet courses and videoconferencing. Internet
courses are online classes.
Internet courses are
listed here. These courses typically include a
textbook, occasional study sessions conducted by the instructor, and an
on-campus final examination. To take advantage of an on-line course, each
student must have access to a computer with an Internet account.
Videoconferencing allows a student to
enroll in a class at one campus while physically being on the other. The
students and instructor see and hear each other through live, interactive
television.
Is distance learning right for me?
If you are interested in distance learning
courses visit
the
Distance Education Department. Also,
contact the
division or instructor
for that specific course or see an advisor.
Do I have to come to campus?
Typically, a student will have to attend an
orientation for the distance learning class as well as take tests on
campus. For more information, contact the specific instructor or that
division.
Who will my instructor
be and how will I contact him/her?
The division under which the class falls
will determine the instructor. You should contact the division for the
instructor’s name and contact number.
How do I take my tests?
Tests are administered on campus for
distance learning classes.
General
Information
How much is tuition?
Click Here for current
Tuition and Fees
Who is my advisor?
If you are undecided, you can go to the
Advising Center in Allen Library room 100. If you have declared a major,
your advisor will be located in the division under which your major
falls. A list of advising locations and majors are available from
Online Advising.
What is an official
transcript?
An official transcript is one that is
mailed from the secondary institution to Jeff State. The student will
have no contact with the transcript.
Students will not be eligible for
Financial Aid if all official transcripts are not on file before the first
day of class.
Students from Home schooled, religious
affiliated schools and non-accredited high schools must have a minimum ACT
score of 16, pass the GED, or pass the Alabama High School Graduation Exit
exams to be eligible for admission.
What is the Placement test? When is it
given?
Students enrolling for degree programs are
encouraged to take the Compass assessment test to place them in the
appropriate level of math and English courses. Students may also use
their ACT English and math subtest scores for placement provided that the
student is enrolling within three years of high school graduation. The
placement test is given, at no cost, each Thursday at the Jefferson Campus
and each Friday at the Shelby-Hoover Campus from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. Students
must present picture identification and have an application for enrollment
on file in Enrollment Services in order to take the test.
I am a student with a
disability. Whom should I contact for assistance?
Students with disabilities should contact
the
Director of Accommodations,
marthas@jeffstateonline.com, for
assistance.
I plan to transfer to a
four-year school. How do I know if my courses will transfer?
The Alabama General Studies committee
guarantees that courses listed in the
STARS/AGSC
guide will transfer from JSCC to
participating four-year state colleges and universities.
Transfer check sheets are also available. If you plan to
transfer to private and out-of-state colleges or universities, you must
contact that institution for specific information on which courses they
will accept to meet general education requirements.
What is the difference
between regular courses and Session I and Session II classes?
A regular course will begin when the
semester begins and ends approximately 16 weeks later. In the summer,
regular courses are approximately 10 weeks long. A Session I class will
begin when the semester begins and end after 8 weeks. The Session II
class will begin in week 9 and continue through the end of the semester.
What is the difference
between a community college and a university?
A community college is designed to offer
two-year career programs (Associate of Applied Science) and the core
courses needed to apply toward a Bachelor’s Degree (Associate of Science/
Associate of Arts). Certificate programs are also available. Universities
offer a Bachelor’s degree.
Can I register online
without seeing an advisor?
Students are strongly encouraged to talk
with an advisor before registering online. You may do this in person, via
email or telephone. You should carefully review your course selections to
ensure that you have chosen the correct time and the correct campus. Make
sure you are aware of the schedule adjustment (dropping and adding of
courses) period for each semester.
What is a credit hour?
Credit hour is the standard unit for
measuring college credit. Jefferson State awards semester hours. An
Associate’s Degree requires approximately 64 semester hours.
What courses should I
take?
The courses you select will depend on your
Placement or ACT test scores and your chosen major. Your advisor can
provide the core curriculum requirements for your specific major. This
information is also available through
STARS/AGSC
guide for students planning to transfer to a four-year Alabama
state college or university. Students planning to pursue a career program
should contact the appropriate
program advisor. If you are undecided, contact the
Advising Center immediately.
I have to take
developmental courses. Will they transfer?
Students receive institutional credit at
Jeff State. They do not transfer; however, they may affect your transfer
GPA. These courses are not part of the requirements for a certificate or
degree at Jeff State.
Can I earn an Associate
Degree if I plan to transfer?
Yes. Jefferson State awards the Associate
in Arts/Associate of Science degree for students who plan to transfer and
pursue a bachelor’s degree at a four-year school. You can access
Transfer check sheets to view
the specific requirements for your major. You should contact the
Advising Center or the Director of
Articulation, pptunam@jeffstateonline.com, if you have additional questions
How many courses can I
transfer?
You may not transfer more than 64 semester
hours.
How do I calculate my
GPA?
You may access the
GPA Calculator to assist you in calculation your GPA.
Will a “D” transfer?
You must contact your transfer institution
for their policy on the transfer of a “D”. However, keep in mind that
most colleges do not accept courses in which a grade of “D” has been
earned.
What GPA do I need to
transfer?
Most colleges require a minimum GPA of
2.0; however, the GPA requirement for acceptance in your major may be
higher. You must contact your transfer institution for their policy on
transfer GPA.
What degree will I earn
if I choose a career program?
You will earn the Associate in Applied
Science Degree. Contact your Program Advisor for detailed information on
the degree requirements for your major. This information is also
available in the
College Catalog and Student Handbook.
What extra-curricula
activities are available at Jefferson State Community College?
The college has several student
organizations and activities. The names of organizations and their
advisors are listed in the
College
Catalog and Student Handbook.
Please go to our
homepage. For more information, contact the Student Activities Office,
Lauren Cooley lacooley@jeffstateonline.com (205)
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