Extension Center Frequently Asked Questions

What are Extension Centers?
Extension Centers are local public facilities and buildings where Westchester Community College offers coursework in your community. Many of the same college credit courses that are held on the main campus are offered at these centers. Non-credit, continuing education and ESL courses are also offered at some of the centers.

Why should I take classes at an Extension Center?

The classes offered at these facilities may meet closer to your home or
place of work.
It could reduce your travel time.
Extension classes begin one week after the main campus classes begin so you have some additional flexibility.

Do I have to take a placement exam?
All full time students are required to take a placement exam. This is not an entrance exam. It is a tool used to help us determine which English and Math classes you should register for. If you are a part time student, you are required to take the placement exam before you take an English or a Math class.

When should I take the placement exam?
It is recommended that you take it as soon as possible.

Can I take the placement exam at the Extension Centers?
The placement exam is offered at the Mt. Vernon, Ossining, Peekskill and Yonkers Cross County centers, please check the Placement Exam Schedule for dates and times.

Where can I get help if I am an Extension Center student?
Contact the Extension Services office directly extensions@sunywcc.edu
914-606-6832. For advising and/or counseling, email donald.weigand@sunywcc.edu or call 914-606-6381.

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What are the tuition and fees for Extension Center students?
Tuition is the same whether students attend classes at the Valhalla campus or one of our many Extension Centers. Click for Current Tuition & Fees information.

Fees for part-time extension center students are as follows:

Accident Insurance $3.25
Cultural Arts $10
Equipment Utilization/Replacement $25

* Part time students are defined as enrolled in fewer than 12 credit hours per semester. This fee schedule does not apply to part-time main campus students