Student Handbook - Gateway Technical College

Academic Information and Student Records
English Language Learner Program (ELL)
ELL is designed to prepare students whose first language is other than English to
speak and understand the English language. Students will improve their speaking
and listening, grammar and writing, and reading and vocabulary skills and learn
about health, community, government, consumer education, and employability
skills. Large and small group instruction, computer-assisted learning, self-guided
exercises and assignments, and one-on-one tutoring are utilized. Non-resident fees
may apply.
Student Name
The name on a student’s record is the official name which will be displayed on
college documents, transcripts, and the diploma. Name changes will only be completed
upon presentation of a legal document supporting the change. Make name
changes in Student Services.
Social Security Number Policy
Social Security numbers are used to identify student records. A student’s failure to
prove a SSN may delay processing. All Gateway Technical College students who
are applying for financial aid are required to provide their Social Security number.
A Social Security number is critical to state and federal reporting and the financial
aid process. The Social Security number is protected by the Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and is not considered directory information and
therefore will not be released to a third party. The Internal Revenue Service allows
some postsecondary students to claim an education income tax credit on their taxes.
In order to claim this credit, the student’s Social Security number must be on file at
the college so the student’s enrollment can be reported to the IRS. The college will
make a 1098T form available to the student electronically. This will document the
student’s SSN on file and the post secondary enrollment information. For tax credit
eligibility information, consult your tax professional. The Internal Revenue Service
requires that Gateway provide 1098T forms annually to post-secondary students.
Student ID Number
Every student will have a system-generated ID number that will appear on his or
her schedule and most Gateway Technical College correspondence. This number is
not considered directory information, and will not be released to a third party. It is
important that students know their student ID number.
Curriculum Sheets
Curriculum sheets detail current course requirements and course descriptions in
your program. Useful information concerning possible job opportunities at entry
and advanced levels is listed on the back of the sheet. You can obtain curriculum
sheets at gtc.edu or in Student Services.
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