August 12, 2015 Kenneth Colangelo

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Event will help students to “Stay Near. Go Far.” with their college education as they apply and register.

Tunxis Community College will hold a “Super Saturday Registration Blitz” on August 22 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the 100 Building to help students choose courses and register for fall semester.

Part of the CT Community Colleges “Super Saturday Registration Blitz” hosted by the 12 CT Community Colleges, the Tunxis event will offer one-stop assistance in the registration process and with class schedules, course selection, financial aid, placement testing (for those who arrive prior to 12 p.m.) and other matters. Application fee waivers may be available.

Those who have not yet applied for admission should bring a high school diploma or GED, immunization records, and unofficial college transcripts. Students who haven’t already applied for financial aid are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid immediately. The FAFSA can be submitted online at www.fafsa.gov, and TCC’s school code is 009764.

“At the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system, we are making it easy and quick for students to enroll in fall classes,” said CSCU President Gregory Gray. “On Aug. 22, we are making community college staff available to prospective students to help get them started on the path to a college degree at the state’s community colleges — Connecticut’s best value in higher education.”

In addition to Super Saturday, Tunxis will also hold late registration on August 25 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and final registration on August 26 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Classes start on August 31.

For more information, please call Tunxis Admissions at 860.773.1490. More on the Tunxis application process can be found online at tunxis.edu/SuperSat.

From fine arts, health, and technology to liberal arts & sciences programs, Tunxis offers over 50 associate’s degrees and certificates, providing critical thinking and problem-solving skills that prepare students for transfer to bachelor’s degree programs and employment in areas with industry need.

Tunxis is located at the junction of Routes 6 and 177 in Farmington. For a map of campus, visit tunxis.edu/map.