Chemeketa Scholars Steps to Apply

Step 1

All Applicants

1. Complete Chemeketa's admission application
   Make sure you indicate enrollment for fall 2018. You will receive information about your Chemeketa student identification number via email after completing the admission application. Even if you have previously taken Chemeketa courses or you are enrolled in College Credit Now, you must complete the admission application. You cannot proceed with the next step until this is completed.
2. Complete Chemeketa's placement assessment in reading, writing and math or submit your 11th grade Smarter Balanced test scores
   You can take the placement assessment after receiving your K number. We recommend you take the assessment soon to ensure you obtain the minimum scores required for eligibility. If needed, you can retake the assessment for a $15 fee. We also encourage you to review test taking tips. You will need to submit a copy of your printed scores as part of the Scholars application process. If you have completed Chemeketa college credit classes in high school, you still must have placement scores for reading, writing and math.
   
   Depending on your Smarter Balanced (SBAC) score, you may be exempt from taking Chemeketa’s placement assessment. Students need to bring a copy of their SBAC scores to any Chemeketa testing center to make their placement official. This must be done prior to submitting your Chemeketa Scholars application packet. Click here to learn more about SBAC. 
   
   We encourage you to complete the placement assessment or submit you Smarter Balanced scores by February.

Step 2

High School Applicants

1. Print and complete the Scholars Application
   Fill out and print the application. Sign the application. Do not submit it before the application period.
2. Obtain a copy of your unofficial high school transcript 
   Your transcript should verify a minimum 3.50 cumulative, unweighted grade point average and must include grades from the first semester/quarter of your final year in high school. Your transcript must also show your expected graduation date or class of 2018.
3. Hand-deliver the completed Chemeketa Scholars application, your high school transcript and a copy of your placement test scores by March 9, 2018, 5 pm.
   Do not submit the Chemeketa Scholars application before the application period.

Home-Schooled Applicants

1. Print and complete the 
   Fill out and print the application. Sign the application. Do not submit it before the application period.
2. Obtain a copy of your ACT or SAT test scores 
   Your scores should verify you meet the required minimum.
3. Obtain proof of home-school registration status through the Willamette Education Service District (WESD)
   Home School Confirmation letter
4. Hand-deliver the completed Chemeketa Scholars application, your official SAT/ACT scores, WESD Home School Confirmation letter and a copy of your placement test scores by March 9, 2018, 5 pm
   Do not submit the Chemeketa Scholars application before the application period.

Deliver all application materials to –

Chemeketa Community College
Advising & Counseling
Salem Bldg. 2, Rm. 116
4000 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem
Open Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm

Application packets must be received by March 9, 2018, 5 pm. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. No exceptions will be made.

More Information

If you would like more information about Chemeketa Scholars, contact us at 503.584.7285 or by email.