Submitting your official academic records is an important step in completing your admission to Southern Union State Community College (SUSCC). Review the information below to make sure your transcripts are submitted correctly.

What Is an Official Transcript?

An official transcript must be sent directly to Southern Union from the school or an approved secure transcript service.

• Official paper transcripts must be sent in a sealed envelope directly from the issuing institution.
• Official electronic transcripts must be sent through a secure transcript service, such as Parchment or the National Student Clearinghouse, directly to admissions@suscc.edu.
• If an electronic transcript is sent to you first and you forward it to Southern Union, it is considered unofficial.
• A transcript that is printed and then scanned or emailed is also considered unofficial.

Important: Do not forward electronic transcripts to Southern Union yourself. They must be sent directly from the school or secure transcript service.

How Do I Submit My Official Transcript(s)?

By Mail

Ask your school to mail your official transcript directly to:

Southern Union State Community College
P.O. Box 1000
Wadley, AL 36276

Electronically

Ask your school to send your official electronic transcript through a secure service, such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse, directly to:

admissions@suscc.edu

Earn College Credit While You're Still in High School

Southern Union offers Dual Enrollment and Accelerated High School opportunities for motivated high school students who want to get a head start on college.

Dual Enrollment allows eligible students to earn both high school and college credit by completing approved college courses while still in high school.

Accelerated High School allows eligible students to earn college credit while still in high school. These courses provide a head start toward a college degree but do not count toward high school graduation requirements.

Which Option Is Right for You?

Dual Enrollment: Earn high school and college credit.
Accelerated: Earn college credit only.

Talk with your high school counselor to determine which option best fits your academic goals.

Learn More About Dual Enrollment
Learn More About Accelerated High School

Special requirements may apply to international students seeking admission. Students must submit an International Student Application, official transcripts, an I-20 Form, TOEFL scores, declaration of responsibility statement, proof of insurance, and all appropriate admissions forms no less than 3 months prior to semester of anticipated enrollment.  Click here for the International Student Checklist.

Prior to being issued an I-20 form, all international student applications must be submitted no less than three months prior to the beginning of the semester for which the applicant hopes to gain admittance.

International student applicants are not eligible for conditional admission status.

NOTE: You must submit your International Student Application for Admission at least three (3) months prior to the beginning of the semester in which you hope to be admitted to the College in order to be issued an I-20. 

Application Packet Check List:

1. Submit a college application for general admission. 

2. Completed Application for International Students. 

3. Official High School and College Transcripts (if applicable) Indicating Graduation Date. Southern Union State Community College requires all international students who completed their secondary or post-secondary education outside the United States to submit academic credential evaluations from a current member agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Evaluations from former or inactive members will not be accepted. This evaluation verifies that your education is equivalent to U.S. standards and is necessary for transfer credit consideration. For a list of approved agencies, please visit www.naces.org/members. 

​​​​4. U.S. Official College Transcripts (if applicable). A Transfer Clearance Form must also be submitted for students who are or were enrolled in any U.S. college or university.

5.  A minimum score of 5.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), a total score of 61 on the Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a 2A on the Step EIKEN Test in Practical English Proficiency, a total score of 500 on the paper-based TOEFL, or a 95 on the Duolingo English Test must be taken by each international student whose national language is not English and who did not graduate from an English speaking high school. Official scores should be sent to Southern Union State Community College prior to a decision on admission.  

6. Proof of Adequate Health/Accident Insurance. Documentation demonstrating adequate health and life insurance must be maintained detailing all periods of enrollment and must include a repatriation clause of $25,000 or more. 

7. Sponsor. The Sponsor Support Form must indicate that he/she will be responsible for the student while they are in the United States. A sponsorship form is attached for your convenience. This form requires documentation.

8. Financial. The college requires the Financial Support Form to be on file. This letter should indicate that the student will have at least $35,850 (United States currency) available in the United States for their expenses while they are enrolled. Financial aid is generally not available to international students.

9. Immunization Form. Must be completed and signed by a medical physician or authorized healthcare professional.

*Note: International students are required to be enrolled full-time (12 semester/contact hours or more) during the fall and spring semesters. However, they can be part-time or do not have to be enrolled during the summer term. This is the college’s “break period” regarding international student enrollment. There are very limited exceptions to this policy; however, international students can drop below full-time enrollment if it is the final term for the completion of their program of study (graduation). All international students who hold an F-1 visa are assessed at the out-of-state rate and are not eligible for in-state rates.

Mail all official documents to:
Southern Union State Community College

Admissions Office
P.O. Box 1000

Wadley, AL 36276

For more information on admission to SU, International Students should contact international@suscc.edu.

Specialty Work Visa Admissions 

Several visa classifications of nonimmigrants and their dependents are permitted to study while in the United States. Specialty work visas may include the following: 

• H-1B or H-4 

• E-1 or E-2 

• L-1 or L-2 

Important: Upon turning 21 years of age, dependent children of E-1 visa holders must file for a change of status to an F-1 student visa. 

To Apply 

1. Submit a SUSCC application online. 

2. Schedule and take the College placement test online, if applicable. 

3. If available, ACT/SAT scores should be submitted to Admissions before taking the College placement test. 

4. Submit a current and valid copy of your visa and passport. 
   • If the student is married to the primary visa holder, a copy of the spouse’s passport and visa is also required. 
   • If the student is a dependent child of the primary visa holder, a copy of the employed parent’s passport and visa is also required. 
5. Each international student whose national language is not English and who did not graduate from an English-speaking high school must submit an acceptable English proficiency score. Official scores must be sent to Southern Union State Community College prior to an admission decision.  The minimum scores are:
   •  IELTS: 5.5 
   • TOEFL iBT: 61 
   • TOEFL PBT: 500 
   • Duolingo English Test: 95 
   •  EIKEN: Grade 2A
6. If you graduated from high school or college outside the United States, submit a certified, original translated and evaluated copy of your high school transcript verifying completion status, as well as a translated and evaluated transcript from each college attended. 
   • Students who have earned at least a baccalaureate degree are required to submit only a translated and evaluated transcript from the degree-granting institution. 
   • If you attended high school or college in the United States, an official transcript with a valid graduation date is required. High school transcripts must be sent directly from the institution. 
   • If you attended high school or college outside the United States, transcripts must be evaluated and submitted by a current member agency of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Evaluations from former or inactive NACES members will not be accepted. The evaluation verifies that your education is equivalent to U.S. standards and is required for transfer credit consideration. For a list of current NACES member agencies, visit www.naces.org. 
7. Submit the Immunization Form documenting your medical history and proof of required vaccinations. 
   • Immunization Form 

Note: Additional documentation may be required for admission to the College depending on the student's visa classification. 

Welcome back to Southern Union! We’re proud you’ve chosen Southern Union State Community College to help you reach your educational goals.

You are considered a returning student if you previously attended Southern Union but have not been enrolled for three or more consecutive semesters.

How to Apply for Readmission

1. Complete the General Application

If you have not attended Southern Union for three or more consecutive semesters, you must update your college records by completing the free online application for readmission.

Apply for Readmission

2. Submit Required Official Transcripts

Submit official transcripts from all colleges or universities you have attended since your last enrollment at Southern Union.

If you have been away from Southern Union for more than six consecutive semesters:
You must submit updated official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have previously attended, even if you attended those institutions before your last enrollment at Southern Union.

Ready to Come Back?

Whether you're returning to finish your degree, start a new program, or continue your education, we're excited to welcome you back to Southern Union!

Congratulations on taking the next step toward your education at Southern Union State Community College! Once you’ve been admitted, use this checklist to make sure you’re ready for the semester.

1. Apply for Financial Aid

Don't wait to get started! Complete your financial aid requirements as soon as possible.

• Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
• Apply for by the appropriate deadline.
• Learn more about .
• Learn More About Financial Aid.

2. Determine if You Need Placement Testing

Before registering for classes, you may need to complete the ACCUPLACER placement test.

First-time college students may qualify for placement using ACT, SAT, or GED scores earned within the past five years.

Students who do not have qualifying test scores may also qualify for college-level English and math placement if they:

• Graduated from high school within the past five years, and
• Earned a 2.75 GPA or higher on their final high school transcript.

To use test scores or high school GPA for placement, Southern Union must receive the appropriate official test scores and high school transcript.

If you do not have qualifying test scores or a 2.75 GPA, you may need to complete the ACCUPLACER placement test in English and math before meeting with an advisor and registering for classes.

Find Out If You Need Placement Testing

3. Meet With an Advisor

Academic advising helps you choose the right courses and stay on track toward your educational goals.

Southern Union's professional academic advisors and designated faculty advisors are available to assist students on our campuses.

Contact an Advisor

4. Register for Classes

Work with your advisor to select and register for the courses required for your program of study.

Remember: Your registration is not complete until you have completed all required steps, including payment or an approved payment arrangement.

5. Pay Your Tuition and Fees

Tuition and fees must be paid in full or covered by an approved payment plan by the published deadline.

Important: Failure to pay your balance or set up a payment plan by the deadline may result in you being dropped from your classes. If you are dropped, you will need to re-register based on course availability.

Payment can be made online or in person at the Business Office. Payments are not accepted by phone.

Learn More About Paying Your Bill

6. Get Your Student ID and Parking Permit

Student ID

Once you have a paid class schedule, visit the Learning Resource Center (LRC) on the Opelika or Wadley Campus during designated operating hours to receive your SUSCC Student ID.

A valid SUSCC Student ID is required for students who use financial aid to charge books and supplies through the bookstore.

Parking Permit

A Southern Union parking permit is required to park in designated student parking areas on campus.

7. Get Your Books and Supplies

Ready for class? Make sure you have the books and supplies you need before the semester begins.

Students using financial aid to purchase books and supplies may charge eligible purchases through the after the required 24-hour waiting period following registration.

Financial aid book charging is available only during the designated book-charge period each semester. Check with the Financial Aid Office or campus bookstore for dates and details.

Students must present a valid SUSCC Student ID when charging books and supplies to financial aid.

You're Ready for Class!

You've completed the important steps—now it's time to get ready for a successful semester at Southern Union!

Need help? Our faculty and staff are here to help you every step of the way

Requesting your education records from Southern Union State Community College

For information on how to request educational records or transcripts from Southern Union, please refer to the following website: Transcript Requests. 

Withdrawal From a Single Course
Students may withdraw from a class at any time through the last day to withdraw, as listed in the college calendar. Prior to
the deadline date specified in the college calendar, the student will receive a grade of “W” for any course dropped. Make sure to click on submit once you select the course to withdraw from.

Withdrawal From the College

Students may withdraw completely from SUSCC at any time through the last day to withdraw, specified in the College
calendar. Withdrawing from the last class is considered a complete withdrawal from the college. Students cannot withdraw
from the last class through their MySUSCC portal. Students wishing to withdraw from all classes should submit a complete
withdrawal form or email the Admissions Office at admissions@suscc.edu, from their student email account. Should a
student abandon any classes without officially withdrawing from the classes or from the College, the grade of "F" will be
assigned. Please check with Financial Aid before withdrawing in case it will affect your eligibility. 

Withdrawal Request Form

Note: Students may not drop a course in which a final grade has been earned. 

COURSE FORGIVENESS

This procedure has been updated to allow students to repeat a course as many times as they would like and to allow the higher/highest grade to replace other grades earned in the course on previous attempts. Students will still be held to any financial aid regulations that may limit the number of times a student may receive aid for a given course and how repeated courses are calculated for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards. This policy applies to Southern Union State Community College courses only. Implementation of forgiveness does not guarantee that other institutions will approve such action. This determination will be made by the respective transfer institutions. A student may request forgiveness for courses by completing a “Request for Course Forgiveness” form in Student Records. Course Forgiveness Form

Course Forgiveness Form
 

ACADEMIC BANKRUPTCY

Academic bankruptcy is the removal of one to three semesters of grades from the calculation of a student’s cumulative grade point average (GPA). The following apply to any request for academic bankruptcy:

1. Academic bankruptcy is initiated by a written request from the student to the registrar/records official.

2. Upon receipt of the student’s request, the college will inform the student that an award of academic bankruptcy may impact his/her financial aid status.

3. Academic bankruptcy may only be declared once and may be applied to no more than three (3) semesters, which do not have to be consecutive.

4. The bankrupted courses and grades remain on the transcript but are not calculated in the student’s cumulative GPA.

5. None of the coursework taken during a semester for which academic bankruptcy is declared, including hours completed satisfactorily, will be used to fulfill degree requirements.

6. Developmental courses successfully completed during a period of academic bankruptcy can be used to fulfill prerequisites.

7. To be eligible for academic bankruptcy, the student must have completed 12 semester credit hours of coursework at the college since the most recent semester for which the academic bankruptcy is requested. A grade of “C”, “S”, or higher is required in each course in 12 semester credit hours in the post-bankruptcy period.

8. When a student receives a declaration of academic bankruptcy, a permanent notation of “ACADEMIC BANKRUPTCY” will be reflected on the transcript for each semester affected.

9. Approval of the academic bankruptcy status at a college does not guarantee other institutions will honor that status. This determination will be made by the respective transfer institution(s).

10. Academic bankruptcy has no bearing on financial aid status or eligibility. Standards of Academic Progress are determined based on all courses attempted.

NOTE: STUDENTS SHOULD CHECK FINANCIAL AID REGULATIONS REGARDING THE REPETITION OF COURSES.

Academic Bankruptcy Form

Suspension Appeals

One Semester Suspension Appeals

Southern Union has developed an intervention program to assist students who are on a one term academic suspension. If you choose to appeal your suspension and participate in the intervention program, you will be permitted to re-enroll at Southern Union.

To appeal your one-term suspension and take advantage of this opportunity, contact your assigned academic advisor to enroll in the Intervention for Student Success Program before the first day of class:

Wadley - Tiffanie Character, tcharacter@suscc.edu, 256-395-2211 ext. 5154

Opelika - Academic Division- Renard Caldwell, rcaldwell@suscc.edu, 334-745-6475 ext. 5483 or Sarah Henry, shenry@suscc.edu, 334-745-6475 ext. 5307 

                Health Science Division- Chiquita Brooks, cbrooks@suscc.edu, 334-745-6475 ext. 5547

                Technical Division- Demetra Osby, dosby@suscc.edu, 334-745-6475 ext. 5515

Valley - Robin Brown, rbrown@suscc.edu, 334-756-4151 ext. 5204.

One Year Suspension Appeals

Students (native or transfer) who are on a one-year (three-semester) suspension and have served at least one semester may file an Academic Suspension Appeal to request to return to college before the year of suspension is served.  

The Academic Suspension Appeal application can be found in the College Catalog under Standards of Academic Progress.

Deadlines for one year suspension appeals

All academic suspension appeals must be submitted by the dates below:

Fall 2026

To be considered for readmission for the Fall 2026 Semester, the academic suspension appeals application and supporting documentation must be received by July 28, 2026.

Spring 2027

To be considered for readmission for the Spring 2027 Semester, the academic suspension appeals application and supporting documentation must be received by December 4, 2026.

Summer 2027

To be considered for readmission for the Summer 2027 Semester, the academic suspension appeals application and supporting documentation must be received by April 27, 2027.

Enrollment Following Suspension Appeal Approval
Students approved to return under a one-term intervention process, or a one-year academic suspension appeal will be permitted to enroll only for the approved term. Registration for any subsequent semester will not be allowed until final grades for the current term have been processed and reviewed. Continued eligibility to enroll is contingent upon satisfactory academic progress during the approved term.

Application and Deadlines for Instate Eligibility

Eligibility for in-state tuition is determined in one of three ways: legal residency, substantial connections, or non-resident request. Residency is determined at the time of admissions acceptance. All international students who hold an F-1 visa are assessed at the out-of-state rate and are not eligible for in-state rates. The in-state tuition rate shall be extended to students who reside outside of Alabama in a state and county within fifty (50) miles of a designated campus of Southern Union State Community College, provided, however, that the campus must have been in existence and operating as of January 1, 1996. The following Georgia counties are approved reciprocal counties: Carroll, Chattahoochee, Coweta, Haralson, Harris, Heard, Marion, Meriwether, Muscogee, Pike, Quitman, Stewart, Talbot, Taylor, Troup, or Upson.  If you are currently classified as out-of-state but feel you may be eligible for in-state tuition, please see the application for in-state eligibility below.  

Application for Instate Eligibility

Deadlines for Instate Residency

Priority Deadline:

• Summer 2025- May 16, 2025
• Fall 2025- August 12, 2025
• Spring 2026-  January 5, 2026
• Summer 2026- May 13, 2026
• Fall 2026 - August 10, 2026
• Spring 2027 - January 4, 2027

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974

Under the Federal Education and Privacy Rights Act of 1974 (FERPA), student education records are considered confidential and may not be released without the student’s written consent.  To find out more about the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), visit the SUSCC catalog.

Release of Records Form

Advanced Placement (AP) Scores and Equivalencies

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) Scores and Equivalencies

International Baccalaureate (IB) Scores and Equivalencies