Apply for Admission

Southern State makes it easy to apply for college! We have no mandatory grade point averages, specific test requirements or other intimidating admission guidelines.

New Student

You have never attended this college before

College Credit Plus (CCP) Student

You are in middle/high school (grades 7-12)

Returning Students

You have missed one or more terms of attendance

Transfer Students

You are moving from another college or university to study here

Visiting Student

You attend another college or university and want to take SSCC classes for transfer back to your home institution

Military/Veterans

You are a current service member, veteran, or military affiliated family member

Currently Accepting Applications for:
  • Summer Semester 2025-2026 – Semester begins May 26, 2026
  • Fall Semester 2026-2027 – Semester begins August 24, 2026

Steps to Apply

Step 1 – Complete a New Student Application for Admission

  • Summer & Fall 2026 Application
    Select this application for the Summer or Fall 2026 terms. Summer and Fall applications will be processed after January 12, 2026.

There is no fee or deadline to submit the application for admission. If you are a student in grades 7-12 and interested in College Credit Plus (CCP) please complete the College Credit Plus Application for Admission. If you are a Returning Student who has missed one or more terms, please complete the Application for Returning Students.

Step 2 – Request Transcripts

Contact your high school to request that your final transcript be sent to the Office of Admission.

Step 3 – Complete a Placement Assessment Test

Continue to Placement Assessment.

Step 4 – Schedule an appointment to meet with an Academic Advisor

Meeting with an Academic Advisor is required for your first term of enrollment. Schedule an appointment by calling 937-393-3431, ext. 2825 or by emailing advising@sscc.edu.

NOTE: Southern State Community College does not participate in the Department of Homeland Security's Student Exchange and Visitor Program (SEVP). As such, the College does not accept non-US resident students for enrollment.

Office of Admission

The staff of the Office of Admission is happy to answer any questions you may have. We want to make your transition to Southern State seamless! The office is located on Central Campus and operates from 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday.

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  • Office of Admission
  • Southern State Community College
  • 100 Hobart Drive
  • Hillsboro, OH 45133