(COLUMBIA, Tenn. - Nov. 6, 2017) - - - Columbia State Community College's spring semester begins Jan. 16, and important application deadlines are fast approaching for new and returning students.

New students must complete and submit an application by the Jan. 2 deadline. Returning students who have missed one or more semesters must reapply for admission by Jan. 9. Spring registration closes Jan. 9.

Upon acceptance, new students must schedule and attend a Right Start Orientation, where they will meet with an adviser and register for classes. Both faculty and staff are ready to help students with the registration process, answer questions, and create a plan based on their individual needs.

Applications are currently accepted online at www.ColumbiaState.edu/Apply. There is a $10 one-time application fee for first-time applicants. (After December 1, 2017, there is no longer an application fee.)

Please see the operating hours for each campus below to schedule an appointment to talk to someone in person.

For more information, visit the Columbia State website at www.ColumbiaState.edu, or call (931) 540-2790.

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