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San Diego Naval Base College Program

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much does it cost per credit hour?
$130 per credit hour, equaling $390 for a 3 credit class and $520 for a 4 credit class

Do you have online classes?
Yes

What classes do you offer online?
Go to www.ctcd.edu and click on “Distance Learning” then look at the online class schedule

Do I have to submit a payment to the San Diego location if I am registering for an online class?
Yes, you must submit a payment to the San Diego location.

How do I register for an online class?
If using TA, fill out a TA form get is signed by your command, then come in to our office to register

I need to take a proctored exam for my online class, what do I need to do?  When can I take it?
Call the CTC office and make an appointment.  Tests are given Monday's and Thursday's at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

What classes do you offer on base?
We have a schedule out for classes offered at 32nd st, North Island and NAB. 

What classes do you offer on base?
We have a schedule out for classes offered at 32nd st, North Island and NAB. 

Do I need to take a placement exam before enrolling in any of your classes?
Yes, but only for English and Math.

What if I have taken one from another school?
All students who wish to take Math or English with CTC need to take the placement exam or show proof of completion of intermediate algebra or higher.

What if I need to drop a class?
Come into one of the CTC offices and fill out a withdrawal form

Does it cost money to drop a class?
Not if you drop it BEFORE the class starts or if you have military orders

How do I order official transcripts from CTC?
Come into the office to pick up the application of go online to www.ctcd.edu (Click on students, then student forms, then transcript request)Or come into any of our offices and pick up the request form

How much does it cost to order official transcripts?
First time is FREE, after that it is $3 per copy

My grade is not showing on my SMART.  What do I do?
For an online class:  Contact your instructor and have them send you something showing your final letter grade and then turn that into Navy College
For an Ashore class:  Go to Web Advisor and print out a copy of your grade or unofficial transcripts and turn it into Navy College

Do I need to buy books?
For online: Yes.  For Ashore: No