DeKalb Technical College
Technical Education near Atlanta, Georgia

DeKalb Technical College offers you skills that will make you part of a world-class workforce.   With more than 100 programs of study, you can walk into the classroom at DeKalb Technical College and walk out with an employable skill in as little as 6 months for some programs.  DeKalb Technical College offers Technical Certificates of Credit (TCC), degrees or diplomas in a variety of areas from Cosmetology and Criminal Justice to Computer information and Fire Science Technology. For many students DeKalb Tech is the first step in an educational path that leads to a bright and rewarding professional career.  To explore the potential, visit us at www.dekalbtech.edu.

Beginning Freshmen

Applicants who have had no previous college, university, or technical institute credit and desire to earn a diploma, degree, or certificate from DeKalb Tech are considered beginning freshmen and must submit the following:

• A completed application form to the Admissions Office.
• A $25.00 non-refundable application fee (Check or Money Order, Visa/Master Card only).
• An official high school transcript or GED scores. The applicant must request that official transcripts be mailed directly to the Admissions Office. If the transcript is in a language other than English, an official English translation is also required. Satisfactory scores on the COMPASS, SAT, ACT, CPE, or the ASSET Test.
• The COMPASS Test includes English, reading, and mathematics. Its purpose is to determine if a prospective student needs additional basic skills or courses before beginning a planned program of study. Applicants will be notified by mail of their need to take the COMPASS Test.

Programs of Study

DeKalb Technical College offers a wide array of programs of study that lead to an Associate of Applied Technology Degree, a Diploma, or a Technical Certificate of Credit. The various programs of study offered by DeKalb Tech are divided into the following occupational categories:

• Business & Information Technologies
• Economic Development (Certified Specialist Programs)
• Electronics Technology
• Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
• Health and Professional Services
• Industrial Technologies
• Public Safety & Security

For more information please contact:

	Clarkston Admissions Office 495 North Indian Creek Drive Clarkston, Georgia 30021-2397 Office: Room 103 A-Bldg. Phone: 404-297-9522 x1602 Website: www.dekalbtech.edu
	Covington Admissions Office 16200 Alcovy Road Covington, Georgia 30014-4076 Office: Room 214 A-Bldg. Phone: 404-786-9522 x3100 Fax: 770-385-6292 Website: www.dekalbtech.edu