The admissions policies and procedures of the Technical College System of Georgia and Valdosta Technical College assure the citizens of Georgia equal access to the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for them to secure personally satisfying and socially productive employment.

By design and implementation, the policies and procedures governing admissions will be non-discriminatory for any eligible applicant regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, religion, age, or marital status; increase the prospective student's opportunities; guide the implementation of all activities related to admission to Valdosta Technical College and its programs, to student financial aid, and to the recruitment, placement and retention of students; and complement the instructional programs of Valdosta Technical College.

Individuals whose first language is not English (English as a Second Language, or “ESL” students) shall be admitted to the college in accordance with the regular admissions requirements for all students, including application, payment of fees, verification of residency (for tuition, fees, and financial aid determinations), transcript requirements, placement testing, etc.   ESL applicants must meet the same requirements as other students in order to be admitted.   To facilitate the admissions process for ESL students, a listing of individuals available to translate or assist with communication shall be maintained by the admissions department.   Staff will contact an available party on the list to assist whenever an ESL student is having difficulty communicating with staff members and needs help with the application process.