NEW STUDENT GUIDE

TYLER | J O H N T Y L E R C O M M U N I T Y C O L L E G E

TRAILBLAZER,You’ve been accepted to John Tyler Community College, and we’re ready to help with whatever is next up for you.

This is your guide to getting started as a Tyler student. Follow the steps, and you’ll be ready for success.

Turn the page for your first step.Note: It’s ok if one of these steps doesn’t apply to your unique situation. Simply skip to the next step and keep moving.

No matter your goal, Tyler is a smart choice:Start at Tyler, then transfer to a four-year college.Tyler offers its graduates guaranteed admissions to more than 35 colleges and universities, including UVA, ODU, VSU, VT and VCU. When you transfer your Tyler credits, you’ll earn the same bachelor’s degree at a fraction of the cost.

Earn a credential that launches your career in two years or less.A well-paying job doesn’t have to take four years. Explore careers from nursing ($47,080) to mechanical engineering technology ($31,242).* Choose from degrees, certificates, courses and licenses that boost your career and lead to higher income.

Not sure of your path? Visit www.jtcc.edu/careercoach for career assessments and more. Staff in the Advising Center can also help you explore options.

*Annual median salaries, Richmond region

60MAJORSChoose

from 60+ in-demand

career, transfer and

technical majors.

AT TYLER, THE OPPORTUNITIES

ARE ENDLESS!

There are ways to make college affordable.

To apply for financial aid, complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov using Tyler’s FAFSA code: 004004. You can now apply as early as October for the next academic year. Applying early can help you qualify for the maximum amount of aid, so don’t delay!

Learn more about the process, and find important deadlines at www.jtcc.edu/financialaid.

The FAFSA is also a requirement for the 150+ scholarships offered annually to Tyler students through the John Tyler Community College Foundation. Learn more at www.jtcc.edu/scholarships.

Veterans, active members of the U.S. military and their dependents may also be eligible for education benefits. Get connected with our Military and Veterans Education team at www.jtcc.edu/veterans.

FINANCIAL AID Apply for Financial Aid and Veterans Education Benefits

ORIENTATION

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Sign up for New Student Orientation

Attending an on-campus orientation is a great way to:

Get familiar with the campus

Learn about resources that can help you succeed

Understand faculty expectations

Meet future classmates

Ask questions

Parents, friends and family members who will be supporting you are welcome to attend orientation.

Sessions are held regularly before the fall and spring semesters at Tyler’s Chester and Midlothian campuses. Maps and directions are available at www.jtcc.edu/locations.

Can’t make it to campus for orientation? We have an online option for busy working students or those at a distance.

Orientation is mandatory. Learn more at www.jtcc.edu/orientation.

ORIENTATIONFINANCIAL AID

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Even if you selected a major on your application to Tyler, you’ll need to officially declare a major through the Advising Center. You have two options:

What are the benefits of declaring a major? You’ll have a clear path to graduation.

You’ll have the added support of an advisor familiar with your major, employment options and transfer opportunities.

Declaring a major is a requirement of financial aid and many scholarship opportunities.

Learn more at www.jtcc.edu/services/advising-center.

Declare a Major through the Advising Center

Meet with an advisor in the Advising Center. Advisors can help you select a major based on your goals. If you are transferring from another college or university, bring a copy of your transcript with you when you visit the Advising Center.

Declare a major online.Can’t make it to campus to meet with Advising? Complete the form at www.jtcc.edu/declareonline, and our advisors will work with you to declare your major without coming to campus.

DECLARE A MAJORPLACEMENT TESTS

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Determine the Need for Placement Tests4

PLACEMENT TESTSDECLARE A MAJOR

Placement tests help Tyler determine which math and English courses you need to take. If you have one of the following, you may not need to take the placement tests:

Prior college coursework in math and/or English,

Required scores on the PSAT, SAT or ACT, or

Required high school coursework and GPA within the last 5 years.

Advisors can help determine if you need to take placement tests. If you graduated from high school within the past five years, bring a copy of your high school transcript with you to the Advising Center.

If you take placement tests:

Practice before taking the tests. Save time and money by avoiding courses you could have tested out of by practicing.

There is no fee for placement tests.

No appointment is required.

Tests generally take 3-4 hours to complete.

Your Student ID number is required for placement testing.

Find practice tests, hours/locations of the Testing Centers and more at www.jtcc.edu/placement.

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Set up your myTyler account

Using one login, myTyler allows you to access key services, including:

Blackboard

Student Information System (SIS)

Student e-mail

Credits to Careers

SIS is also the primary way Tyler communicates about Financial Aid.

When you applied, your confirmation page included a temporary myTyler login valid for 24 hours. If you did not set up your account within 24 hours of applying to Tyler, contact the myTyler Help Desk.

Get started using the enclosed myTyler guide.

REGISTER FOR CLASSES

myTYLER HELP DESK Emailmytylerhelpdesk@jtcc.edu

Phone804-706-5096

ChesterMoyar HallRoom M107

MidlothianAdministration BuildingRoom B107B Tutorials and online help www.jtcc.edu/myTyler

REGISTER FOR CLASSES

Register for Classes

If you come to campus to declare a major, advisors in the Advising Center can help you select a first-semester schedule that fits with your academic goals. In future semesters, your advisor can help you plan your schedule and guide you through college and career decisions.

Financial aid only pays for courses that apply to your major. Follow the college catalog effective at the time you declared a major to select your courses.

Visit www.jtcc.edu/schedule to search for classes. Once you are ready to register, log in to myTyler, and add your classes in the Student Information System.

If you know which courses you want to take and prefer to have in-person assistance with the registration process, visit the Admissions and Records Office on either campus.

ADMISSIONS & RECORDS ChesterMoyar Hall Room M101 804-706-5211 MidlothianAdministration Building Room B106 804-594-1544

admissionsandrecords@jtcc.edu www.jtcc.edu/admissions

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PAY FOR TYLERTEXTBOOKS

Pay for Tyler

A college education is an important investment in your future, but you don’t have to break the bank pursuing your dreams. Tyler offers several payment options, including:

A tuition payment plan

Financial aid

Work-study

Scholarships

Military and veterans benefits

Employer or third-party payment

To learn more about these options, visit www.jtcc.edu/pay-for-tyler.

Whatever method you choose to pay for Tyler, be sure you pay all your tuition and fees by the deadline posted at www.jtcc.edu/tuitiondeadline. If you don’t pay in full by the deadline, you may lose some or all of your classes. Financial aid students should submit all paperwork early, so aid can be posted to your account before the deadline.

Pay in person at the Cashier’s Office using cash, check, MasterCard or VISA. Pay online with MasterCard or VISA using the QuikPAY option in myTyler.

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Buy or Rent Textbooks

TEXTBOOKSPAY FOR TYLER

Students who have their textbooks on the first day of class are more likely to get better grades and complete their courses.

So, be prepared! Take a copy of your schedule to the bookstore at either the Chester or Midlothian campus, or order online at www.johntylershop.com.

If you are using financial aid to charge your books, you’ll need to visit the bookstore within the dates listed at the “Important Dates” link at www.jtcc.edu/financialaid. Bring you state or student ID.

Concerned about costs? Options like used books, rented books, digital textbooks or open educational resources (OER) courses, if available, can save you money.

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Tyler offers guaranteed admissions agreements

with Virginia’s best four-

year schools.

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STUDENT ID GET CONNECTED

Pick up your Student ID Card

You’ll use your Student ID card as your library card and to access printers on campus. Plus, the card is good for discounts at some local movie theaters, businesses and restaurants.

To pick up your card, come to room M110 in Moyar Hall at Chester or room H103 in Hamel Hall at Midlothian. Staff will take your photo and print the card while you wait.

Hours for photos and pick up are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.

Can’t get to campus during these times? Make an appointment by e-mailing studentactivities@jtcc.edu.

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Get Connected

Stay informed. Check your college e-mail regularly, and keep your mobile number up-to-date in the Student Information Center in myTyler. Through texts and e-mails, we’ll share information about:

Registration dates and deadlines

Free tutoring and writing help in the Academic Resource Center (ARC)

Career events and resources

Scholarships exclusively for Tyler students

Grants for transfer students

Resources in the libraries

Events, clubs and activities

Meet with your advisor regularly. He or she can help you with career and educational decisions, as well as suggest learning resources and opportunities on campus.

Get involved on campus.Connect with other students through the Student Activities Office. Student Activities supports 25+ student clubs and organizations, campus events, activities and intramural sports. Get more information at www.jtcc.edu/studentactivities.

GET CONNECTED STUDENT ID

Make the most of your time at Tyler by doing three important things.

Congratulations, you are ready for classes! If you have questions, e-mail success@jtcc.edu.

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Admissions and RecordsApplications • Residency • Enroll in classes Official transcripts Chester: Moyar Hall Room M101 • 804-706-5211 Midlothian: Administration Building Lobby • 804-594-1544 admissionsandrecords@jtcc.edu www.jtcc.edu/admissions

Advising CenterDeclare a major • Evaluate need for placement testing • Select courses Chester: Moyar Hall Room M107 • 804-706-5224 Midlothian: T BuildingRoom T115 • 804-594-1558 advising@jtcc.eduwww.jtcc.edu/services/advising-center

Cashier (Business Office)Tuition and fee payments • Third-party payments • Parking passes Chester: Moyar Hall Room M101 • 855-874-6684 Midlothian: Administration Building Lobby • 855-874-6684 mysupport.jtcc.edu

Help When You Need ItHave a question or need more information? We’re here to help.

Financial AidFAFSA • Grants • Loans Work-study positions Chester: Moyar Hall Room M101 • 855-874-6684 Midlothian: Administration BuildingRoom B116 • 855-874-6684 mysupport.jtcc.edu

Military and Veterans EducationServices for active duty soldiers, veterans, reservists and eligible family members Chester: Moyar Hall Room M132 • 804-706-5213 Midlothian: Administration BuildingRoom B107 • 804-594-1582 veterans@jtcc.edu www.jtcc.edu/veterans

myTyler Help DeskReset password • Locate username Help with Student Information System Chester: Moyar Hall Room M107 • 804-706-5096 Midlothian: Administration Building Room B107B • 804-706-5096 mytylerhelpdesk@jtcc.edu www.jtcc.edu/mytyler

C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S , Y O U A R E O F F I C I A L L Y A

TYLER TRAILBLAZER!YOU ARE NEXT UP

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