Frequently Asked Questions for Adult Learners at SUNY Plattsburgh

Adult students excel in their college studies. Far more common are the social and psychological adjustments that adults have to make. We can help you with these adjustments.

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Once you are formally accepted and enroll in a degree program, you may attend either full- or part-time. Part-time status means you are enrolled in from one to 11 credits.

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You may attend as a non-matriculated or non-degree student without completing the application process (which would require that you submit academic documentation). "Non-matriculated" simply means that you are not accepted to the college and enrolled in a degree program. Once you have successfully completed 12 credit hours, you may apply for admission based on your Plattsburgh course work and grades.

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Plattsburgh State does not award credit for life experiences; however, there are ways to obtain such credit. You may take a CLEP (College Level Examination Program) examination and use your knowledge to earn credit. CLEP examinations are given every month. You may also challenge a course or take a proficiency examination.

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Plattsburgh offers a wide range of evening courses.

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Plattsburgh State offers two evening degree programs, one in Sociology and one in Business.

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Adult learners may contact the Center for Lifelong Learning (800) 388-647 or the Career Services Office (518) 564-2050. Here, they can assist you in evaluating prior credit, exploring various majors, and registering for courses.

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At Plattsburgh State, we offer a verity of web-based courses. We also have distance learning classes at individual sites around the North Country, primarily in nursing and graduate courses in education. Plattsburgh State is also a member of the SUNY Learning Network. It is not possible to obtain a degree from Plattsburgh State University via the web.