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Over the years, Hamilton Tech helped usher thousands of graduates into their professional lives, providing the education and support they needed to begin their careers. Starting down a career path involves choosing a school that will provide you with excellent resources and faculty members who will help broaden your horizons. Hamilton Tech is just that kind of institution.

Admissions Policy

To be admitted to Hamilton Tech, you must: (1) be 17 years of age on or before the first day of classes, and (2) possess a high school diploma (or recognized equivalency certificate).

A color perception test is also given to you to reveal any difficulty you may have in identifying colors and differentiating between them. If you have severe color perception problems, you may be limited to some degree in employment opportunities.

US High School/ GED Applicants

To be considered for enrollment at Hamilton Technical College, applicants must provide a high school/GED transcript. The high school or GED must have been earned from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education. The college maintains a database of recognized high schools and GED institutions. If an institute attended is not on that list, the Dean of Students and Registrar will research the accreditation of the institution to determine if it meets the requirements stated earlier. If approved, the institution will be added to the approved list and an Advising Report will be completed stating that the transcript was approved. If the institution does not meet the accreditation standards, the applicant’s file will be considered incomplete and an Advising Report will be written to document the reason for incomplete status. All documentation will be filed in the applicant’s file.

International Applicants

When one applies for admission to Hamilton Technical College as a graduate of a High School outside the United States, he/she must request a verified/translated copy of your transcript. The prospective student is then referred to Educational Perspectives at www.edperspective.org for credentialing. The prospective student should have Educational Perspectives send a copy of the General Report sent to Hamilton Technical College, Dean of Students, 1011 East 53rd Street, Davenport, Iowa 52807. The Dean of Students will consult with the School Director, Admissions Director, and Registrar and write an Advising Report starting that the documentation was approved or disapproved for enrollment and what factors led to the decision. All documentation will be filed in the applicant’s file.

How do I enroll at Hamilton Tech?

Step 1 – Interview with an Admissions Representative

Hamilton Tech is a unique school and it is not for everyone. The first step in the admissions process is an interview.

During the interview, you will meet with an admissions representative to discuss your goals and whether or not the school is a good match for you. If your goals and the school are a good match, then the admissions representative can help you apply. Throughout your education at Hamilton Tech, your admissions representative will continue to follow your progress and support you in reaching your goals.

Step 2 – Application

• If you wish to apply for entrance to the college you should complete the Application for Admission

• Your application and file will be forwarded to the office of the Registrar for review and then forwarded to the Dean of Students to review eligibility. If you meet eligibility your application will be forwarded to the School Director for acceptance. You will be notified of your acceptance by receiving a copy of the training contract signed by the School Director or Registrar. If your application does not meet minimum admission requirements you will be notified by the College, and your file will remain incomplete until required documents are received.

Step 3 – Preparing for your Start Date

After you have enrolled in the class of your choice, Hamilton Tech’s staff will help you prepare for your start date. You will meet with Financial Aid Services and discuss options for paying for your education. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. If you need assistance with housing, childcare or finding a part-time job, our Student Services department can provide assistance.

Step 4 – Orientation

As a new student, you will participate in Orientation prior to starting your program. At Orientation you will learn more about the college, our expectations, and the day-to-day operations of Hamilton Tech. This is a great opportunity for you to meet your classmates and learn about the services available to you.

Step 5 – Start Day!

This is the day you have been waiting and preparing for! Arrive ready to learn and succeed!