FAQs



Is it okay to register for online courses at more than one college? What diploma, degree, and technical certificate of credit Programs of Study are offered online? What courses are offered online? Are my my online courses at the Georgia Virtual Technical Connection (GVTC)? I've registered for an online class, but have not heard from my instructor. What should I do? If I wish to apply for an online program offered at one of the technical colleges in Georgia, should I complete a GVTC online application? What is a transient student? Can I apply for financial aid (i.e. HOPE and Pell Grant)? If I pay my application fee to one college, does that cover the application fee at other colleges? When do classes begin? What skills are needed to take an online course? When can I apply for online classes? Do I have to log in to my online class at a certain time? What kind of computer will I need? What happens after I submit my application to GVTC? Do I have to purchase special software to log on to my class? Will I receive a refund of my application fee if the class I am requesting is closed? Can I register for a course that is not required for my program? If I apply through GVTC, does that automatically guarantee me a slot in the class? Should I submit a GVTC application each semester to apply for courses? Should I submit my application fee and required admission documents to GVTC? What is a Special Admit student? What is a transfer student? Does GVTC provide placement testing? What is a beginning student? What if my question has not been asked? Who is my advisor? How can I request a transcript? What are the application deadlines? How am I contacted regarding registration? Where can I update my email or address on the online application?

What if my question has not been asked?

You may contact Burnette Cockfield, GVTC Student Affairs Coordinator at bcockfield@tcsg.edu or (404) 327-6954 or toll free 1-877-532-4882.