Welcome to Goodwill Technical College!

Complete the online admissions application.

• Immunization Records – All GTC students born after 1956 must provide proof of immunization against measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus-diphtheria and Meningococcal Disease (in compliance with Louisiana state law) to complete the admissions process. Students may submit proof of immunization OR sign the online waiver.
• Proof of Selective Service Registration (if applicable) – Proof of Selective Service registration is required for male applicants between the ages of 18 and 25 (in compliance with the Military Selective Service Act) to complete the admissions process.
  • If applicable, register now with the selective service.
  • If you are a male between age 18 and 25 and you are exempt from this requirement due to currently serving in the armed services (on active duty), are a veteran of active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, or another reason, please complete the GTC Selective Service Exemption Form.
• Proof of High School or Equivalency Completion - If you have earned a high school diploma, submit your official high school transcript or copy of your diploma. If you completed an equivalency exam, submit a copy of your equivalency diploma or scores. Some programs at GTC require proof of high school graduation or equivalency for admission to the program. Please note that proof of high school completion is required to be eligible for federal student aid such as Pell grants. 
• College Transcript (if applicable) - If you have earned college credit at another college or university and would like to transfer in credit, request an official transcript be sent to Goodwill Technical College. Official transcripts are used to transfer in coursework towards graduation requirements and to satisfy course pre-requisites. Though it is not required for full admission to the college, failure to submit transcripts from previous institutions may cause the student to miss an opportunity to receive transfer credit. Unofficial transcripts may be used to determine appropriate course placements (or as an exemption to taking the placement test).

GTC uses the ACCUPLACER to assess readiness for program level courses in Medical Assistant, IT Support Specialist, and Medical Billing and Coding programs. An entrance exam is required for the IT Support Specialist program in addition to the ACCUPLACER. 

Do I need to take the ACCUPLACER or IT Entrance Exam?

• Students who have college credit from an accredited institution OR have successfully completed a developmental course in Reading/English or Math at an accredited institution OR have placement scores from one of the following tests taken within the past three years: ACT, SAT, ASSET, ACCUPLACER and COMPASS™are exempt from taking the ACCUPLACER and may proceed to the next step.

• Students who plan to enroll in the Hospitality program are exempt from taking a placement test and may proceed to the next step.

• Students who plan to enroll in the IT Support Specialist program and have a degree or certificate in computer science or a related field, who have successfully completed an applicable college level computer science or related course, OR who have an industry-based certification in the information technology field are exempt from taking the IT Entrance Exam.

• Schedule your Placement Test if required. Once the test is complete, proceed to the next step.

• All new GTC students must complete a mandatory two-part orientation. Part 1 is completed online and should take less than 15 minutes. It provides a high-level overview of college policies and procedures, registration, and financial assistance. Part 2 is an in-person orientation session that focuses on connecting new students with faculty, staff, campus resources, and other students to assist you with a successful transition to GTC.
• Visit our Student Orientation page to learn more.

• Register for classes through your student portal. To see your program's Degree Plan or view a listing of classes being offered for the semester, visit the Registration Information page.
• Complete the Enrollment Agreement.

Secure funding for your classes or set up a payment plan.

• GTC offers financial assistance from a variety of sources, including Pell grants. See our Financial Assistance page to learn more.

  • FAFSA School Code: 043153

• Schedule an appointment to discuss your options. Please be sure that your funding is secured before classes begin.