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Admissions Policies & Procedures ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS The College seeks to admit students who possess the appropriate credentials and have demonstrated capacity or potential that indicates a reasonable probability of success in completing the educational programs offered by the College. To accomplish this, the College evaluates all students and makes admissions decisions on an individual basis following the admission policies set forth in this catalog. Students are encouraged to apply for admission as soon as possible for a specific program and start date. Applicants' families are encouraged to participate in the enrollment process so that they may have an opportunity to ask questions. Students must complete the entire admissions process on or before the first day of class for all programs. Students who fail to complete the admissions process prior to the first day of class may be required to reschedule to another start date. All prospective applicants must be personally interviewed by a school representative, tour the campus and receive a catalog describing the course offerings and the school policies. Upon the applicant's determination that he/she is interested in pursuing a specific program of study, he/she visits the Financial Aid department to receive Information regarding funding options. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement. The American Trade Academy Inc. does not offer visa services to prospective students from other countries or English language services. Additionally, The American Trade Academy Inc. does not offer English as a Second Language instruction. All instruction occurs in English. English language proficiency is documented by: 1. The admissions interview; and 2. The American Trade Academy Inc.'s receipt of prior education documentation as stated in the admissions policy. In order to be admitted to his/her desired program, an applicant must do all the following: ➢ Provide a valid high school diploma/transcript, GED, California High School Proficiency Certificate, or demonstrate the ability to benefit ➢ Be at least 18 years old. If younger than 18, the applicant must provide a valid high school diploma or equivalent for admission to anv program or course. ➢ Interview with an admissions representative. ➢ Tour the campus in the company of an admissions representative. ➢ Be in good physical and mental health in order to adequately progress through the program. ➢ Provide a valid third -party evaluation of foreign transcripts or diploma, as applicable. International Students — M1 Visa Prospective students wishing to enroll through the M1 Visa program must meet all the listed entrance requirements above; however, the personal interview may be conducted via the internet / phone and the CTB passed in English as administered through a test proctor in their country of origin. All entrance and enrollment requirements must be met, including all Student Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) processes. Additionally, SEVIS, DHS, and school fees / tuition must be paid in advance prior to issuance of the 1-20 Form for DHS port of entry. Prospective students must go to the consulate of origin to confirm that all needed paperwork is complete and in order prior to going to the DHS port of entry. You must have all required documentation in hand and ready for inspection at your arrival. Once you have begun your program, ATA will update your status as "attending" in the SEVIS system. Interested applicants will interview with an admissions representative (AR), during which a campus tour will be given. The AR will provide detailed information on ATA's programs and discuss the applicant's qualifications to assist in determining the best way to meet his/her career objective. All applicants will meet with a financial aid representative to discuss potential tuition financing programs. In order to be formally accepted to the College, all applicants must do the following: 1. Complete, sign, and date an Application for Admission; 2. Make financial arrangements to cover the cost of tuition and fees; and 3. Read and sign all required pre -enrollment disclosures, such as the ATA School Catalog, Notice of Student Rights, Notice of Cancellation, School Performance Fact Sheet (Completion & Placement Rates Disclosure), and Enrollment Agreement. American Trade Academy School Catalog Page 5