Step by Step
Admission Process:
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Complete the application form below.
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The $50 registration fee may be made in the online application form.
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If you are considering having coursework transfer from other previously attended colleges and/or universities, you must notify the other schools and have an official transcript sent to the College of Court Reporting. Our mailing address is 455 West Lincolnway, Suite A, Valparaiso, IN 46385.
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Complete one of the following Admissions Surveys. These surveys allows instructors to assess whether additional instruction is needed in technical support, English, and phonics. These surveys must be completed and included in each student’s file at the college. Depending upon your program enrollment, please choose from one of the following:
- Admissions Survey for the Steno Method – Click to start survey
- Admissions Survey for the Voice Method – Click to start survey
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Complete the online Enrollment Application. Please note that all programs use the same application.
- Application for Enrollment – Apply Online
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Download and print the Enrollment Contract. Please note that each program has its own contract. The contracts are fillable forms using Adobe Acrobat from www.adobe.com.
- Court Reporting – A.A.S. Degree Program – Complete Online
- Court Reporting – Certificate Program – Complete Online
- Voice Writing – Certificate Program – Complete Online
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Students interested in enrolling and in need of academic adjustment or auxiliary aids are urged to notify the Director of Admissions by submitting this form at the time of admittance.
- Non-discrimination Policy – Click to download
- Disability Disclosure and Accommodation Form – Click to download
Admission Requirements:
All applicants must show evidence of high school graduation and exhibit a serious attitude toward training in the career area offered by this institution. No qualified applicant will be refused based on age, race, creed, or sex. Prospective students are invited to attend admission/financial aid open houses, which are held periodically. Prospective students should call the college to make an appointment with the admissions office.
Refund and Cancellation Policies with Refund Computation Example:
All applicable refund policies and cancellation policies are found using the following link. The document includes a sample refund computation.
Student Identity Verification Policy:
Students are required to provide a copy of a government-issued photo ID prior to enrollment that is kept on file. Students are required to meet with a mentor who administers skills evaluations periodically through the program and verifies the students identity. Additionally, teachers can randomly request, at the beginning of any required class, that a student turn on their camera for identity verification. Teachers notfiy the administration when these checks are made. The pictures from the class recordings are compared to those on file.
Student privacy will be protected. Students and mentors sign contracts that identify each party. Students then meet with their mentors who will confirm the identity of the student. Each syllabus contains the following statement: In order to protect student privacy, the College of Court Reporting will authenticate that the student who registered for this course is the student completing all of the requirements and earning the credits for this course. Personal information about a student will never be shared during the ID verification process.
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Tuition
Tuition is $395 per credit hour. A monthly payment plan may be arranged whenever necessary. There is no service charge if tuition is paid monthly. A late charge may be assessed when payment is made past the due date. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover may be used for all payments. Financial Aid is also available to those who qualify.
Federal Pell Grant and Student Loan Programs
We participate in the Federal Pell Grant and student loan programs. Our school code is 026158. Our financial aid officer would be happy to assist you in what you are eligible for in terms of aid. Our team can be reached at 866-294-3974 or email info@ccr.edu.
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When answering this question it is important to understand a few terms as we discuss program length. As an accredited college, we are required to state what the normal time frame and the maximum time frame is for each program. The stated time frame or program length is different for each accredited program we offer.
- The definition of the normal time frame is the period of time we are required to offer the entire program’s curriculum. If the normal time frame is 28 months, we are required to offer each course in the curriculum for the program within 28 months. A student has an opportunity to complete the program in 28 months, if they progress at a regular rate, and are enrolled full time (12 credits) each semester.
- The definition of the maximum time frame is the period of time a student is allowed to be enrolled in a program and earn the academic credential for that program. If the maximum time frame is 44 months, the student must complete all required course work within 44 months.
- Can a student attend beyond 44 months of enrollment? Yes, but they cannot receive the program’s academic credential.
Now, stating that our normal and maximum time frames are 28/44 months for our associate degree court reporting program does not mean that a student will complete the program in 28 or 44 months. It is important to uderstand that court reporting programs consist of academic course work and skill development course work. The skill development component is where program completion times vary from student to student. Every student learns, develops, and progresses with their skill at different rates. Please speak with our administrative staff regarding the average completion time for our students who complete their respective programs.
Steno Method
It is important for students to have all required equipment, software, and books prior to their first day of class.
Steno Machine: The following are recommended steno machines that may be purchased or rented:
- Luminex CSE
- Elan Cybra
- Stentura Protege
- Infinity Traditional
- Wave
If you have another model you would like to use, just ask the admissions department for our advice. Steno machines may be purchased at discounted prices at: www.stenoworks.com, www.acculaw.com, https://www.stenograph.com/student-writer-packages or www.geminiwriter.com.
Transcription Software: Students must also purchase the student version of CaseCATalyst, a computer-aided transcription (CAT) software program. This software provides the technology that translates the language of your steno theory into English. The software will require a Computer Operating System: PC-based system running Windows 8, 10, or higher. (Apple/Mac computers running Windows are not acceptable.)
Stenograph Corporation: CaseCATalyst:
For current pricing and purchase options you can click the following link or call Stenograph’s toll-free number for more information: 800-323-4247. Link: https://www.stenograph.com/student-writer-packages
Voice Method
It is important for students to have all required equipment, software, and books prior to their first day of class.
Click on the following link to access a PDF that details the equipment, software, and books that are required for the Voice Method. Link: http://www.ccr.edu/Docs/Equipment-Voice.pdf
CCR’s transfer policy is in accordance with accreditation policy for transfer credit. Transfer consideration will be given consideration based on an evaluation of official transcripts, grades and credits earned, and relevance of courses to CCR courses. Please note that time to complete the program is not dependent on how many credits are transferred or on full- or part-time status. It is dependent on how quickly one develops the skill and accuracy and completion of all course and graduation requirements.
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