Forsyth Tech Questions – And Answers

Testing Services is in the Robert L. Strickland Center in Suite 2551. The Testing Center proudly serves Forsyth Tech students and our community by providing a wide range of proctoring services, including:

• Classroom testing (unit, midterms, finals, etc.)
• Distance education examinations for students enrolled at other schools, colleges, universities, and agencies.
• Proficiency exams for select classes
• RISE: Reinforced Instruction for Student Excellence
• CLEP: College Level Examination Program
• TEAS: Test of Essential Academic Skills
• WorkKeys: The National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)
• PearsonVue certification exams

The West Campus Testing Center is located on Bolton Street, in room 8. They offer:

• TABE: Test of Adult Basic Education
• CASAS: Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment Systems
• HiSet: High School Equivalency Examination

If you have questions regarding our services, contact our office by phone at 336-757-3657 or by email at:

placementtest@forsythtech.edu (for RISE)

academictesting@forsythtech.edu

teas@forsythtech.edu (for TEAS)

workkeys@forsythtech.edu (for WorkKeys)

To schedule a testing appointment, visit:

Academic Testing (including CLEP) Hyperlink: https://academictestingcenter.fullslate.com/

TEAS Hyperlink: https://teas.fullslate.com/

WorkKeys Hyperlink:  https://workkeys.fullslate.com/

GED^® records are issued by the state GED^® office in Raleigh, regardless of where the student took the GED^® exams.  Information on how to get a copy of your GED transcript can be found on the NC Community Colleges website, or by calling the office at 919.807.7139.

For general classes please visit the Learning Center located on Main Campus in Ardmore Hall, Room 143 / 336.734.7480

Students taking Business Technology courses can use the Business Technology computer lab on Main Campus in Hauser Hall, Room 246 / 336.734.7223.

Our extension campuses offer non tutored computer labs.

• The Northwest Forsyth Center, Room 106
• The Grady P. Swisher Center, Room 110
• Stokes County, Room 121C
• The Mazie S. Woodruff Center, Room 106

Yes. All students are assigned an advisor upon admission. You should meet with your advisor each semester to review your academic plan and select courses before registering

Registration for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms typically opens March 1 each year. Check the Academic Calendar for exact dates.

Forsyth Tech will only recognize high school diplomas from regionally accredited schools, private high schools, or home schools properly registered with the state. Students not completing such a program must complete the High School Equivalency or attain an Adult High School diploma through an accredited institution.  Please contact the Admissions Office at 336.734.7556 or admissions@forsythtech.edu if you have questions regarding Forsyth Tech accepting your online high school diploma.

• Contact the Student Success Center at 336-734-7156 for registration assistance.
• For TechLink login issues, visit Forsyth Tech TechLink Help.

Use Navigate during the designated drop/add period.

Visit Important Dates for tuition, financial aid, and registration deadlines.

If you have not attended classes in the past year (2 semesters not including summer), you must submit a new application and be approved for admission before you will be eligible to register. If you have been a student in the past 5 years, your previously submitted transcripts should still be on file. If you have been away for more than 5 years, you may be required to resubmit your transcripts.

Yes.  If you have applied and been admitted within the past 2 semesters, you will need to complete an Update Form in the Admissions Office.  If it has been longer than a 2 semesters (not including summer) since you were admitted, you will need to complete a new application.  Applications are available online.  If you have questions, please contact the Admissions Office.

If you earned the certificate of completion in North Carolina or received your certificate of completion in another state, you must earn your High School Equivalency prior to being accepted into a curriculum program at Forsyth Tech. If you are 18 years of age or older, you may take classes as a special credit student until the High School Equivalency has been earned. Please note: only high school graduates or High School Equivalency completers are eligible for financial aid.

Forsyth Tech will only recognize high school diplomas from regionally accredited schools, private high schools, or home schools properly registered with the state. Students not completing such a program must complete the High School Equivalency or attain an Adult High School diploma through an accredited institution.  Please contact the Admissions Office at 336.734.7556 or admissions@forsythtech.edu if you have questions regarding Forsyth Tech accepting your online high school diploma.

There are two career assessments that we recommend you complete prior to coming to speak to a counselor.

1. Career Coach is a service provided by Forsyth Tech and designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.
2. Try using the career assessment tool that is available through CFNC.org. When you create your user ID /password, it will allow you to log in to CFNC.org where you can complete the assessment.

If you are still undecided after using these tools, please come to the Admissions Office and work with a counselor before you submit your application.

No, application to the college is free of charge.

Residency is no longer determined by Forsyth Tech.  All students, parents, faculty, staff, and constituents of the North Carolina Community College System should refer to the Residency website at www.ncresidency.org  for more current details regarding the North Carolina Residency Determination Service, processes and required residency guidelines.

To enroll in a degree, diploma or certificate program, you must be a high school graduate or have earned your High School Equivalency. You cannot be admitted to a curriculum program until you have earned your Adult High School diploma or your High School Equivalency. Both programs are available at our West Campus on Bolton Street. Please contact them directly at 336.734.7023 for further information or visit their webpage: Adult High School/High School Equivalency (HSE). If you are 18 years of age or older, you may take classes as a special credit student until the diploma or your High School Equivalency has been earned. Please note that only high school graduates or High School Equivalency completers are eligible for financial aid.

Forsyth Tech does issue I-20 documents for students to use to apply for an F-1 visa.  F-1 visas are only issued for associate degree programs.  For more information, visit the international student page.

Transcripts should be mailed to the Admissions Office, Forsyth Technical Community College, 2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103. We also accept electronic transcripts from schools that use them.

Yes, these tests are not required for admission. After you submit your application, you may be advised to take the RISE placement test before registration. The RISE test is not mandatory.

Sign in to https://my.forsythtech.edu, go to Student Planning → Advising to see your advisor’s contact info and message them directly. For help, call Admissions, Records & Student Care at 336.734.7898.

• Before registering each semester
• When changing your major or program
• If you’re planning to graduate or transfer
• When facing academic challenges

Yes. All new students must complete SOAR Orientation (Success through Orientation, Advising, and Registration) before their first semester. Returning students who have been away for two or more semesters must also attend SOAR.

• Your degree plan or program requirements
• Questions about your goals
• Any forms for registration or program changes

Yes! Advisors can refer you to Career Services, internships, and transfer resources.

Advising is offered through the Student Success Center, located in the Robert L. Strickland Center, 2nd Floor, Room 2414.
Hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Schedule an appointment with your advisor to discuss the process and complete the required forms.

You’ll need to reschedule as soon as possible. Missing advising may delay registration or graduation.

• https://my.forsythtech.edu
• Advising Appointment Guide (PDF)
• Student Success Center Info

• Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Friday: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
• Saturday & Sunday: Closed

• Online: Visit https://forsythtech.bncollege.com/
• In Person: Bring your schedule or student ID number (especially if using financial aid)
• Need help paying? Contact the Forsyth Tech CARES team for assistance

• Student Accounts can be used for most bookstore purchases (except gift cards & hot coffee) and are open for a limited time at the start of each semester for purchases and refunds.

Payment Options:

• Online via myForsythTech (Student Finance)
• In person at the Cashier’s Office (Allman Center, Main Campus)
• By phone with credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover)
• Nelnet Payment Plan for monthly installments (not available for summer term)

• Fall 2025:
  • Regular Registration: Aug 5, 2025 by 6 p.m.
  • Late Registration: Aug 19, 2025 by 6 p.m.
• Spring 2026:
  • Regular Registration: Jan 7, 2026 by 6 p.m.
• Summer 2026:
  • Regular Registration: May 14, 2026 by 6 p.m

• 100% Refund: If you withdraw before the first day of the course or if the college cancels the course.
• 75% Refund: If you withdraw on or before the official census date of the course.
• No Refund: After the census date. Refunds are generally mailed at the end of each month

Yes. Options include:

• Federal Pell Grant
• Next NC Scholarship
• Loans, scholarships, and work-study programs Eligibility depends on enrollment intensity (e.g., 12 credit hours = 100% Pell).

Contact the Cashier’s Office:

• Location: Allman Center, 2nd Floor, Main Campus
• Phone: 336.734.7210
• Email: cashier@forsythtech.edu

• Use your Forsyth Tech credentials (Tech ID) to log in.
• It may take 24-48 hours after setting up your Tech ID before you can access Blackboard.
• For login help, contact the ITS Department at 866.517.3567 or visit the walk-in center on Main Campus, Allman Center, Suite 106

To access your courses on Blackboard at Forsyth Tech, first set up your Tech ID at https://short.forsythtech.edu/techid. After setup, it may take 24 to 48 hours before you can log in.

Once your Tech ID is active, log in to Blackboard using your credentials. Inside Blackboard, you can view your enrolled courses, access class materials, submit assignments, and participate in discussions directly from the dashboard. If you have trouble logging in, contact the ITS Department for assistance.

• For troubleshooting, use the quick links to access Blackboard or visit the ITS Support page for assistance.
• Common issues and solutions, as well as support contacts, are available through these resources

• Student Lots: C, CC, CC1–CC4, F, J, M, O, O-1, Q
• Staff/Faculty Lots: A, CC, CC1–CC4, D, G, HH, K, O, O-1, P, R, X, Z
• Visitor Parking: Lot B (for visitors only). Students and staff may use Visitor and Staff lots after 5:30 PM.

Purchase decals through Techlink under “College Services” or at the Campus Police Office. Additional decals can also be requested there.

Campus Police can assist with jump-starts and vehicle unlocks. Call 336-734-7243 for help.

• On Campus Emergency: Dial 7911 from any campus phone or 336-734-7911 from a cell phone (Main & West Campus).
• Off Campus Centers: Dial 911 and notify on-site security.

Call 336-734-7243 or visit their office in the Forsyth Building on Main Campus.

Yes. Campus Police will escort students and staff after dark. Call 336-734-7911 to request assistance.

Yes. Blue-light emergency phones are located throughout Main and West Campus. Lifting the receiver connects you directly to Campus Police.

Sign up for TechAlerts (text FTAlerts to 67283) or download the Rave Guardian App for real-time notifications and safety tools.

• Grants: Federal Pell Grant, NC Next Scholarship (requires at least 6 credit hours).
• Scholarships: Forsyth Tech offers numerous scholarships; application period is March 15 – April 30 via https://forsythtech.academicworks.com.
• Work-Study: Jobs on campus, 10–15 hours/week, minimum wage. Requires FAFSA and financial need.
• Loans: Federal Direct Loans (must be enrolled at least half-time).

Financial aid is applied to tuition and fees first. Remaining funds are disbursed via BankMobile on scheduled Credit Balance Days (e.g., Sept 25, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18 for Fall 2025). Aid for late-start classes is disbursed after attendance is verified.

Yes. Submit a new FAFSA annually after October 1.

Enrollment intensity determines how much Pell Grant and NC Next Scholarship you receive. For example:

• 12 credits = 100%
• 6 credits = 50% NC Next Scholarship requires at least 6 credits.

Yes. Aid does not cover:

• BSP courses
• Continuing Education (Economic Workforce Development)
• Audit courses
• More than 30 hours of developmental coursework
• Courses outside your program requirements
• Courses added after census date

You must complete a Consortium Agreement. Forsyth Tech requires you to be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) and the other school’s courses must count toward your Forsyth Tech program.

Location: Allman Center, Room 261, Main Campus
Phone: 336-734-7235
Email: financialaid@forsythtech.edu
Address: 2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103

• Forsyth Tech Student Financial Services (Allman Center)
• Attend Financial Aid Info Sessions
• Call 336-734-7235
• Visit forsythtech.edu/how-to-pay-for-college

Course schedules and program catalogs are available under the Academics section. You can also search for classes using the Class Schedule tool.

Course Catalog

Log in through the Student Portal link at the top of the homepage. From there, you can access Blackboard, email, and other student services.

TechLink Info

Visit the Financial Aid page for details on FAFSA, scholarships, grants, and payment plans. Contact the Financial Aid Office for personalized assistance.

For more Questions
Financial Aid FAQs

The Campus Locations page lists all Forsyth Tech campuses, addresses, and operating hours.

Email websupport@forsythtech.edu or call the IT Help Desk at 336-734-7222.

Yes, Forsyth Tech is committed to accessibility. If you encounter any issues, please report them via the Accessibility Feedback Form.

Check the Continuing Education section for non-credit courses, certifications, and workforce development programs.

Continuing Education | Fast-Track Courses

Visit the News & Events page or follow Forsyth Tech on social media for the latest updates.

News & Stories | Events Calendar

Yes, Forsyth Tech offers Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) and Practical Nursing programs with multiple entry options.

Yes, Forsyth Tech provides degrees and certifications in Information Technology, Networking, and Cybersecurity.

Popular options include Healthcare certifications, Project Management, and Trades like welding and HVAC.

Yes, many programs and continuing education courses are available online or in hybrid formats.

You may qualify if you:

• Are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Are enrolled in a Forsyth Tech degree program.
• Meet at least one of these criteria:
  • First-generation college student.
  • Meet federal income guidelines.
  • Have a documented disability.

• Academic Advising & Coaching
• Free Tutoring
• Financial Aid Assistance (FAFSA, scholarships)
• Career & Transfer Counseling
• Workshops (study skills, time management)
• Cultural & Educational Activities
• Accessibility Resources for students with disabilities

Yes! Forsyth Tech offers:

• Forsyth Tech CARES for emergency needs (food, rent, transportation).
• Single Stop & Forsyth Tech Connect for basic necessities.
• James A. Rousseau II Minority Male Success Initiative for mentoring.
• Veteran Support Services
• Free counseling and health resources
• Laptop repair and IT support through Davis iTEC Center

Complete the online application on the Forsyth Tech TRIO SSS page or visit the office for assistance. You’ll need:

• Proof of income (tax documents or FAFSA).
• Disability documentation (if applicable).

Robert L. Strickland Center, Student Success Center – Suite 2414
Address: 2100 Silas Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27103
Phone: (336) 734-7378 or (336) 734-7155
Email: disabilityservices@forsythtech.edu
Hours: Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM, Fri 8 AM–3 PM

No, all services are free for eligible students.

Yes! SSS provides transfer planning, application assistance, and campus visit opportunities.

SSS does not provide direct funding, but it helps you find scholarships, complete financial aid applications, and manage your budget.

• Website: Forsyth Tech TRIO SSS
• Phone: (336) 734-7378
• Email: disabilityservices@forsythtech.edu