Guest Student Q&A

What is a Guest Student?

A ‘Guest Student’ is anyone who is enrolled and in good standing at another college or university, who wishes to attend DMACC on a part-time basis while enrolled at his/her ‘home’ college/university. Most guest students attend during the summer.

What’s the advantage of Guest Student Status?

A Guest student is not required to take the ACCUPLACER® exams for admission purposes, unless you are planning to register for developmental courses.

Are guest students eligible for financial aid?

No. Guest students are not able to receive financial aid through DMACC. You are encouraged to consult with your home college/university if you have questions about your financial aid package.

How long does it take for my application to process?

Applications typically process within one to five days of submission.

Are guest students required to attend New Student Orientation?

No. Only students who are degree-seeking at DMACC are required to complete New Student Orientation.

How many credits can guest students take?

Guest students must remain part-time during the fall and spring semesters (11 credits or less) but can be full-time during the summer term.

How do I transfer my DMACC credits back to my home college/university?

It's a good idea to first check with your college or university to make sure the classes you are planning to take at DMACC will transfer back.

To transfer these DMACC credits back to your primary college/university, click here to request your DMACC transcripts.

Do I need to apply to DMACC?

Yes – If you have never attended DMACC before you will need to complete the online admission application.

Always apply as liberal arts, no matter what your major
Indicate that you are a guest student on your application

What documentation do I need to be a Guest Student?

After you apply, if your course requires proof of pre-requisite, please send unofficial transcripts or ALEKS scores to: registration@dmacc.edu.

What if I am a Returning Guest Student, do I need to reapply?

No – If you are a returning student, it is not necessary to re-apply.

If your course requires proof of pre-requisite, pleas send unofficial transcripts of ALEKS scores to registration@dmacc.edu.

Can I register online as a Guest Student?

Yes – You can register online once you have been accepted to DMACC as a Guest Student. After receiving your Username and Password (and submitting any course pre-requisite information) you can log into myDMACC to register online. You may also register by phone at: 515-964-6800 or by visiting any campus to register in person.
If you have not received your Username and Password, please contact Tech Support at: 515-965-7300 or techsupport@dmacc.edu

Can someone else register me?

No – DMACC provides several alternative means for registration. We recommend online registration, but you can also register in person or via telephone.

How do I make payment?

You can pay online, in person at any DMACC location, or by phone at 515-964-6446.

Click here to pay online.
DMACC accepts the following credit cards: Master Card, Visa, Discover, or eCheck.

You will receive an electronic bill which is sent to your personal and DMACC email accounts.
This bill informs you when your account must be paid. If not paid by the date listed, you will be dropped for non-payment.

If you have registered and not yet received a bill, check your SPAM filter for items from dmacc.edu or call 515-964-6446.

Guest Student Q&A

Admissions

What is a Guest Student?

What’s the advantage of Guest Student Status?

Are guest students eligible for financial aid?

How long does it take for my application to process?

Are guest students required to attend New Student Orientation?

How many credits can guest students take?

How do I transfer my DMACC credits back to my home college/university?

Do I need to apply to DMACC?

What documentation do I need to be a Guest Student?

What if I am a Returning Guest Student, do I need to reapply?

Can I register online as a Guest Student?

Can someone else register me?

How do I make payment?

How do I transfer my credits back to my home institution?

Now that I’m at DMACC I would like to stay. What do I need to do?

Can International Students (on F-1 Visa) by Guest Students?

How can I get more information?

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Guest Student Q&A

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