You can apply for admission by downloading and completing the admissions application online. Once the application is complete you can print it out and bring it to the school, mail it or fax it. You also have the option of coming down to the school and completing an application at the school. There is no application fee.
Printed admission forms may be mailed to:
Gretna Career College Admissions
1415 Whitney Ave, Gretna, LA 70053
Or faxed to Admissions at 504-365-1004
You are welcome to call the school and speak to an admissions rep to set-up an appointment during business hours Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Filling out the online admissions application and printing it out will expedite the process. If you are married, we encourage you to bring your spouse. If you are under 24 years of age it may be necessary to bring your parent or legal guardian to the initial interview. (If you have questions you can contact an admissions rep at (504) 366-5409.)
Applicants will be asked to bring the following items to the interview:
Valid State ID
Social Security Card
Official High School Transcript*
Official GED Transcript*
Immunization/Shot Record**
*If you have not obtained your high school diploma or GED you will have to take an ability-to-benefit test and pass. Passing the ability to benefit test will allow you to move on in the admission and finanical aid process.You will have to supply your OFFICIAL high school or GED transcripts. (OFFICIAL means the documents must be imprinted with the school seal and delivered in a sealed envelope.) You have the option of filling out the required documentation and bringing in a $5 money order and we will submit the request for the official high school transcript or GED certificate.
**Immunization/Shot records are required for all students before the start of class. GCC staff will review applicant’s immunization/shot record to verify that applicant is up to date with the required immunizations/shots. Required immunization/shots should be updated within the last 10 years. The TB Skin test should be updated yearly. In some case,s a Titer Test showing that applicants are positive for the required immunizations will be accepted. (Please see Immunization Requirements and download Immunization Form.)
Once complete with the interview you will sit with the financial aid staff for a financial aid briefing. The financial aid briefing will explain how to get started with the financial aid process, and what documentation will be required for you to complete the process. (For more information see Financial Aid)
You are encouraged to fill out your FAFSA as soon as you decide you want to attend Gretna Career College. Do keep in mind that filling out your FAFSA using the Gretna Career College federal school code does not commit you into attending the school. You can view Financial Aid Steps for assistance with completing your FAFSA. If you need assistance with completing the FAFSA our financial aid department will be available to assist you. Although you will need to have a high school diploma, GED or have passed the ATB in order to enroll, you may complete your FAFSA at any time. If you decide to come in so that the financial aid department can assist you in filling out your FAFSA, please be sure to bring in your income tax information.
All applicants will be given the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE). A minimum score must be met in order to be recommended for acceptance. The Gretna Career College Acceptance Committee will then review your file as well as the recommendation from the admissions rep, to determine acceptance into a program.
Once eligibility for enrollment has been determined by the Acceptance Committee, the applicant will be notified of acceptance into the college. They will receive a letter with orientation information. They will also be encouraged to complete the financial aid process. The student will sign an enrollment agreement and a $50 registration fee is collected at this time.
If the application is rejected by the school or if you cancel your contract, the cancellation and refund policy will be followed. The enrollment agreement and registration fee guarantees enrollment in the next available starting date.
Associate in Occupational Studies Degree (AOS). To matriculate into an AOS program, applicants MUST have a high school diploma or GED and a minimum composite TABE score of 10.0. An official copy of the high school or GED transcript must be received before a candidate can formally enroll in the AOS program.
