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Orientation Exemptions

Not all students new to Butte College need to participate in the Orientation/START program. To determine if you are exempt, see the requirements below and review the Exempt Class List

You are exempt from Orientation if you...
  1. *Hold an Associate or higher degree;
  2. *Have completed 30+ units at another college(s) and are in good academic standing (Assessment requirement still must be met;
  3. *Are concurrently enrolled in elementary, junior or senior high school or CSU, Chico;
  4. Are enrolling in performance, activity, or non-credit courses only (see Exempt Class List);
  5. Are enrolling in one or two non-exempt classes and do not intend to obtain a certificate or degree (Assessment is required for reading, English and math classes).

* These exemptions require clearance through the Orientation Office prior to registering for classes.

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