Diné College Course Catalog 2008-2009 (pdf)

Registration
Registration is conducted at the Tsaile and Shiprock campuses and at regional sites. A registration fee of $20 is
required for all applicants. Students are encouraged to pre-register each semester. During registration, students are
assigned an academic advisor to provide guidance on academic programs of study and enrollment. Students are not
permitted to attend classes or participate in class activities unless they are officially registered.
Ability-to-Benefit Test
An individual who does not have a high school diploma may qualify for financial aid by passing an “Ability to
Benefit” test. The test is available only at the Shiprock Learning Center, (505) 368-3518/3522. The individual must
obtain passing scores to qualify for Title IV financial aid funds. For detailed information contact the Financial Aid
Office (928) 724-6738 or the Learning Center at the Shiprock campus.
Billing of Tuition and Fees
Billing of tuition and fees occur at the time of registration. Diné College accepts cash, money orders, VISA or
Master Card debit and credit cards only. Payments must be made to the Cashier in the Finance Office. The Finance
Office also accepts debit or credit payments over the phone. The college does not accept personal checks. Students
with a student account balance in excess of $150.00 are not allowed to register. Students must have a zero balance to
obtain official transcripts, diplomas, or certificate of degrees. Unofficial transcripts are free of charge . Students
must pay all tuition and fees in full for each semester.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Non-cash paying students must have a Financial Aid Award Notification to be eligible for a deferment for their
tuition and fees and to charge their books at the bookstore at the Tsaile and Shiprock Campuses.
First Year Cohort Program
All students who test into developmental reading and math courses are encouraged to apply for this Cohort Program.
If a student would like to complete required developmental classes quickly while participating in service learning
projects, the cohort program is the route to go. For more information or to apply for the cohort, contact the
Humanities Division at (928) 724-6614 or the Learning Center at (928) 724-6725.
Library Card
All students must obtain a library card which will give them access to services at the college library.
Placement Tests
Transfer students must demonstrate reading, writing and mathematics coursework at the college level to be exempt
from placement test.
Student Activity Fee
Students registering at the Shiprock and Tsaile Campuses and at the Tuba City Center are charged a $25.00 student
activity fee which is non-refundable.
Warrior ID
All Dine’ College students are entitled to a WarriorID and is highly recommended that the student obtain one as
soon as they register. A WarriorID is a login and password that you will use to:
• Access Diné College computers
• Use your Diné College e-mail account
• Take online classes through Diné College's online learning systems
• Access portions of the Dine’ College website which are restricted to students, such as your grades and
financial information
• Print your class schedule
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