Davidson-Davie open house offers a look at career and college options Monday
Davidson County residents weighing college, a career change or a return to school can explore their options Monday, Sept. 28, when Davidson-Davie Community College holds an open house at its Davidson Campus.
The event runs from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., with check-in beginning at 5 p.m., at the Mary E. Rittling Conference Center, 297 DCC Road in Thomasville. The college asks visitors to register ahead of time to help it prepare for attendance.
Visitors can tour campus, explore academic programs and meet faculty and staff. Admissions and financial-aid information will also be available, giving prospective students a chance to ask about the steps involved in enrolling.
For someone balancing school with a job or family responsibilities, the visit offers an opportunity to compare more than fields of study. Questions about class schedules, required campus attendance and the time needed to finish a program can help residents decide what fits their circumstances.
Davidson-Davie describes options that can prepare students for a career in a year or less, along with two-year degree pathways toward a bachelor’s degree. The open house will also introduce visitors to student-support services, according to the college’s announcement.
Residents interested in transferring can ask how a particular degree connects with their intended university and major. The college identifies its Associate in Arts and Associate in Science programs as pathways covering the first two years of a four-year degree and participating in transfer agreements. Visitors should ask advisers which courses fit their plans and what requirements they would need to meet.
Cost questions can go beyond tuition. Prospective students can request an estimate that includes fees, books, equipment and any required testing, then ask what financial assistance may apply to their chosen program.
Other useful questions include whether evening or online classes are offered, how long completion would take while attending part time, and what credentials or licensing exams a program prepares students to pursue. Asking about completion rates and graduate outcomes can help put a program’s advertised opportunities in context.
Visitors can use the college’s registration form, which includes questions about guests and accommodation needs. For help with registration or to confirm parking and arrival arrangements, the Davidson Campus lists 336-249-8186 as its main number. Campus contact information
