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Get the Credit You’ve Earned
Many students come to Fox Valley Tech with college credits they’ve already earned, either while in high school or at other colleges and universities. It’s also possible to be granted credit for career-related knowledge and skills you’ve already mastered.
Transferring Credit Into FVTC
If you’ve already earned credits from other regionally accredited institutions of higher education, you may be able to transfer those credits to Fox Valley Tech and apply them toward your program requirements. To request credit for prior learning, just submit your official transcripts for review.
Work/Life Experience
It’s also possible to be granted credit in an associate degree or technical diploma program for knowledge and skills that directly relate to the program curriculum.
Military Training Credit
Earn college credit for military training and experience. Fox Valley Tech accepts a variety of Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard or Air Force training and experience as credits toward your college degree.
For more information on these and other credit transfer options: www.fvtc.edu/TransferCredit
High School Students, Get College Credit Now!
There are a number of ways to earn college credit while you’re still in high school. Talk to your high school counselor for more information about the options to put your college career on the fast track.
Counseling & Advising Services
Counseling and advising services are available to assist you with career, academic and personal concerns.
Career counseling assists you in making a career decision by identifying skills, values, interests, and occupational and educational opportunities.
Academic advising assists you in modifying the behaviors or skills necessary to succeed academically.
Personal counseling is available to assist you with concerns which may interfere with academic or personal success.
Disability-Related Services
Fox Valley Technical College is an accessible college community where students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to fully participate in all aspects of the educational environment.
Diversity & Inclusion Services
Our focus is on creating a campus that is inclusive and accepting of differences while celebrating and supporting the uniqueness of all students. Cross-cultural programs and dynamic student support services are available to help enhance your college experience and academic success.
Tutoring & Study Groups
Tutoring assistance and study groups are available to help you stay on track with your academic progress.
Veterans Services
Returning veterans often have specific counseling needs related to re-entry and funding for school. If you’re a returning veteran, you can access additional services and resources specific to these unique needs.
Library
A variety of resources such as books, journals, DVDs and other services are available to support your educational and informational needs. The library also offers computers, printers, photocopier, study space with comfy seating and group study rooms.
Bookstore
The bookstore at Fox Valley Technical College offers textbook purchases, textbook rental, and even e-books and other digital learning tools.
Parking
No need to purchase a parking pass. There’s plenty of free student parking at all of our campuses.
Bus Service
Ride for free! You can use the Appleton Valley Transit or Oshkosh Go Transit bus service free with a valid FVTC Student ID card, anytime or anywhere the buses run.
Campus Safety
At Fox Valley Tech, we work hard to create a safe, welcoming campus community. You can feel comfortable and secure while you’re in class; we’re proud of the low crime statistics on our campus.
Student Housing
Tech Village is located two blocks from the Appleton campus and offers apartment style living with private kitchens and bathrooms. Living at Tech Village includes all utilities, study spaces, public computers and recreational areas.
Dining on Campus
Breakfast and lunch are available most days on the Appleton campus with more limited service over the dinner hour. Both the Appleton and Oshkosh Riverside campuses offer a variety of vending machine options so you can grab a quick snack or beverage.
Fitness Center
The Appleton campus offers free access to a Fitness Center that features a variety of exercise equipment, health programs and group fitness classes, as well as shower and locker facilities.
Campus Care Clinic
Assistance is available if you need first-aid or medical care while on campus, including over-the-counter medication for minor illness. In addition, program-related immunizations and medical tests are offered.
Child Care
The Fox Valley Technical College Parent/Child Center is located at the Appleton campus and is open to FVTC students and staff. The center offers safe, high-quality, and affordable child care and is licensed for 96 children, ages 6 weeks through 5 years year-round and 6-9 years old during summer only.
Employment Connections
Employment services begin when you enroll as an FVTC student and continue throughout your employment career. Get help with: • Job search • Individual employment advising • Employment events and job fairs • On-campus employer interviews
Complete list of contact information on page 87.
