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Advanced standing credit may be awarded to students who have completed a Higher Level IB course examination with a score of 5, 6, or 7.

Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations Students who have been enrolled in Advanced Placement courses in secondary school and haven taken the Advanced Placement examinations may be granted college credit for scores of three, four, or five on the exams.

Transfer Credit Transfer of Credit from another Institution Undergraduate and, to a more limited extent graduate, students may transfer in credit applicable to their Regis degrees from several sources. Students may receive advanced standing toward the completion of the bachelor’s degree as a result. All students are subject to the general policies related to transfer of credit from academic courses. • In general, a maximum of fifteen (15) credits is allowed to transfer to the Regis degree from a high school dual enrollment program.

Transfer Credit of Courses - General Policies – Undergraduate Students • Regis must receive the official transcript. • No undergraduate course will be considered for transfer unless the student has achieved a course grade of C or better. • In some cases, to receive credit for courses taken elsewhere, Regis may request a syllabus from the student in order to assess the course. • Courses identified as remedial are not eligible for transfer credit. Transfer Students • Can transfer in a maximum of sixty-six (66) credits and must complete fifty-four (54) credits at Regis. Transfer Credit for Students within the Division of Professional Studies For information regarding which academic programs are available for bachelor’s completion within the Division of Professional Studies, please contact the Dean of Professional Studies. Students enrolled in a designated bachelor’s degree completion program within the Division of Professional Studies may transfer a maximum of ninety (90) credits from an accredited college/university based on established transfer equivalencies or Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) (see below). Some bachelor completion programs may have specific requirements about transfer credits and may require additional coursework over and above the minimum requirement of thirty (30) credits in order to fulfill specific degree requirements.

Regis College Transfer Credit – Summer/Academic Year and Study Abroad Currently enrolled undergraduate students may enroll in pre-approved courses during the summer or, in limited circumstances, during the regular academic year, at a pre-approved and accredited college or university. Pre-approval is required for all courses taken elsewhere. Transfer Credit – Graduate Students A maximum of six (6) credits will transfer, and some externally accredited programs may not accept any transfer credits. No graduate course will be considered for transfer unless the student has achieved a course grade of B- or better. Please see the graduate programs listed in the catalog for program-specific transfer of credit policies. Such evaluation shall be in accordance with existing Regis College transfer credit evaluation policies. Use of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) for Transfer Credits The Division of Professional Studies (DPS) oversees the process and monitors policies and procedures that are consistent with principles of good practice established by the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL). Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) applies solely to undergraduate students enrolled in academic programs through the Division of Professional Studies (DPS). A student must be accepted to Regis College to be eligible to apply for prior learning assessment credit. Prior learning assessment credit will only be awarded after the student is actively enrolled and has declared an academic major. Please note that individual academic programs within Regis College may establish prior learning credit limits for their own programs, degrees and certificates.

Regis College Prior learning will be assessed in terms of student attainment of college-level learning, which is defined as demonstrated achievement of the learning outcomes, theoretical and/or applied, that are aligned with the content of a specific credit-bearing Regis College course. Depending on the nature of the learning experience, there are two methods by which a student’s prior learning may be assessed and awarded: 1. Academic evaluation of military, corporate training, diploma agency, and other coursework. PLA Award(s): • To receive prior learning credit, students must not have previously taken, or attempted to take, the college- level course for which they are submitting a PLA portfolio. • A maximum of fifteen (15) credits awarded through prior learning assessment may be applied towards the baccalaureate degree (primarily elective credits). • Credits earned through prior learning assessment do not fulfill university residency requirements. • Transfer credit will be posted on the transcript, as a substitution of a Regis course(s), to fulfill a program requirement(s). The maximum number of transfer credits listed will only be awarded if there is no duplication of coursework taken at Regis College or earned from other transfer credit awards. College Credit through Workforce Certifications Regis College awards academic credit for approved industry certifications offered by Regis College in accordance with its Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) policies. Credit is granted only when the certification is determined by qualified faculty to be equivalent to college-level learning outcomes.

Transfer Credit Transfer of credit from another approved, regionally accredited institution of higher learning will be allowed if it is for graduate work done within five years prior to enrolling in Regis and the grade received for the work is not less than B-. Since graduate programs are standard- based, only those courses will be accepted that correlate with standards for the particular component of the program in which the student is enrolled. Students applying for transfer credit are required to submit to the appropriate graduate program director a transcript and a syllabus or detailed course description of those courses for which they are requesting transfer credit. Transfer of credit for the Doctor of Education (EdD) program must be approved by the program director and Vice President of Academic Affairs.

The total number of transfer credits applied to the Regis degree must have a grade point average of 3.45. Transfer students with fewer than fifty-one (51) credits (classes of 2013 and beyond) are not eligible for university honors.

Transfer credits are evaluated individually and awarded for courses that are similar in content and depth to those offered at Regis.

Regis College Note: • Some professional programs of study have special policies regarding transfer credits. • Students should refer to the Program Handbook for information on transfer credit policies specific to a particular professional degree program. • Students may appeal the transfer credit evaluation by submitting a written request to the Office of Academic Affairs.

(Regis’ TOEFL code is 3723.) Transfer Credit New students at Regis may be eligible for transfer credit from several outlets. These include but are not limited to: another regionally accredited institution, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), dual/ concurrent enrollment, or CLEP. Courses may be considered for transfer if they meet the following criteria: • The course was taken at a regionally accredited institution. Notes: • Students can transfer in a maximum of sixty-six (66) credits and must complete fifty-four (54) credits at Regis to earn a Regis bachelor’s degree. For bachelor’s degree completion programs, students can transfer in a maximum of ninety (90) credits from an accredited college/university and must complete a minimum of thirty (30) credits at Regis based on established transfer equivalencies by Regis College to earn a Regis bachelor’s degree. Some academic programs may have specific requirements about transfer credits. • Some academic programs may have specific requirements about transfer credits.

Transcripts of students in such programs are evaluated on an individual basis by the Office of Academic Advising in conjunction with program directors to determine the number of college credits to be awarded. Advanced standing credit may be awarded to students who have completed a Higher Level IB course examination with a score of 5, 6, or 7. Official test scores must be submitted for evaluation.

The post- master DNP students are eligible for a maximum of 500 hours transfer credit towards their 1000 hours.

Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions prior to admission may be considered for a maximum of six transfer credits.

Additional Comments: Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions prior to admission may be considered for a maximum of six transfer credits.

Regis College Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions may be considered for a maximum of six transfer credits.

Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions may be considered for a maximum of six transfer credits.

Regis College ◦ Human Development (Psychology) 3 credits ◦ Abnormal Psychology 3 credits ◦ Kinesiology 3-4 credits ◦ Sociology 3 credits ◦ Statistics 3 credits ◦ Neuroanatomy/Neurobiology 3-4 credits Transfer of credit from another approved institution of higher learning will be allowed if it is for graduate work done within five years prior to enrolling at Regis and the grade received for the work is not less than B-. No more than two courses may be transferred. Students applying for transfer credit are required to submit to the appropriate graduate program director a transcript and a syllabus or a detailed course description of those courses for which they are requesting transfer credit.

Regis College NU101DAST - Advance Standing Test NU 101D Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU 101DAST Advance Standing Test NU 101D Course Description This course is for the day cohort that allows students in theAssociate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible forAdvanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing.

Regis College NU101EAST - Advance Standing Test NU101E Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU 101EAST Advance Standing Test NU101E Course Description This course is for the evening/weekend cohort that allows students in theAssociate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible forAdvanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to thePre- licensureAssociate of Science in Nursing HandbookAddenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Regis College NU102DAST - Advance Standing Test NU102D Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU 102DAST Advance Standing Test NU102D Course Description This course is for the day cohort that allows students in theAssociate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to thePre-licensureAssociate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Regis College NU102EAST - Advance Standing Test NU102E Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU 102EAST Advance Standing Test NU102E Course Description This course is for the evening/weekend cohort that allows students in theAssociate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible forAdvanced Standing Testing of NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to thePre-licensureAssociate of Science in Nursing HandbookAddenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Academic Level School Graduate The Richard and Sheila Young School of Nursing NUNU 101DAST - Advance Standing Testing NU 101 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU NU 101DAST Advance Standing Testing NU 101 Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Credits 9 Course Description This course is for the day cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre-licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Regis College NUNU 101EAST - Advanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU NU 101EAST Advanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice Credits 9 Course Description This course is for the evening/weekend cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre- licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Regis College NUNU 102DAST - Advance Standing Testing NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU NU 102DAST Advance Standing Testing NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice Credits 10 Course Description This course is for the day cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre-licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Regis College NUNU 102EAST - Advance Standing Testing NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice Overview Subject code Course Number Course Long Title NU NU 102EAST Advance Standing Testing NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice Credits 10 Course Description This course is for the evening/weekend cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre-licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions prior to admission may be considered for a maximum of six transfer credits.

Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing.

Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to thePre- licensureAssociate of Science in Nursing HandbookAddenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

This course is for the day cohort that allows students in theAssociate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to thePre-licensureAssociate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

This course is for the day cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre-licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

This course is for the evening/weekend cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 101, Fundamentals of Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre- licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

This course is for the evening/weekend cohort that allows students in the Associate of Science in Nursing Program who are eligible for Advanced Standing Testing of NU 102, Adult Nursing Practice to have access to course content for test preparation. Requisites: This course is only taken if students are eligible for advanced standing testing. Refer to the Pre-licensure Associate of Science in Nursing Handbook Addenda for the Advanced Standing Testing policy.

Advanced standing credit may be awarded to students who have completed a Higher Level IB course examination with a score of 5, 6, or 7. Official test scores must be submitted for evaluation.

Students can transfer in a maximum of sixty-six (66) credits and must complete fifty-four (54) credits at Regis to earn a Regis bachelor’s degree. For bachelor’s degree completion programs, students can transfer in a maximum of ninety (90) credits from an accredited college/university and must complete a minimum of thirty (30) credits at Regis based on established transfer equivalencies by Regis College to earn a Regis bachelor’s degree. Some academic programs may have specific requirements about transfer credits. Some academic programs may have specific requirements about transfer credits.

To receive prior learning credit, students must not have previously taken, or attempted to take, the college- level course for which they are submitting a PLA portfolio. A maximum of fifteen (15) credits awarded through prior learning assessment may be applied towards the baccalaureate degree (primarily elective credits). Credits earned through prior learning assessment do not fulfill university residency requirements. Transfer credit will be posted on the transcript, as a substitution of a Regis course(s), to fulfill a program requirement(s). The maximum number of transfer credits listed will only be awarded if there is no duplication of coursework taken at Regis College or earned from other transfer credit awards. College Credit through Workforce Certifications Regis College awards academic credit for approved industry certifications offered by Regis College in accordance with its Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) policies.

The Regis College dental hygiene program does not admit students with advanced standing.

The Regis College dental hygiene program does not admit students with advanced standing.

The post- master DNP students are eligible for a maximum of 500 hours transfer credit towards their 1000 hours.

The total number of transfer credits applied to the Regis degree must have a grade point average of 3.45. Transfer students with fewer than fifty-one (51) credits (classes of 2013 and beyond) are not eligible for university honors.

Graduate courses taken at other accredited institutions may be considered for a maximum of six transfer credits.

◦ Human Development (Psychology) 3 credits ◦ Abnormal Psychology 3 credits ◦ Kinesiology 3-4 credits ◦ Sociology 3 credits ◦ Statistics 3 credits ◦ Neuroanatomy/Neurobiology 3-4 credits Transfer of credit from another approved institution of higher learning will be allowed if it is for graduate work done within five years prior to enrolling at Regis and the grade received for the work is not less than B-. No more than two courses may be transferred. Students applying for transfer credit are required to submit to the appropriate graduate program director a transcript and a syllabus or a detailed course description of those courses for which they are requesting transfer credit.

Transfer credits are evaluated individually and awarded for courses that are similar in content and depth to those offered at Regis.

Transfer Credit Transfer of Credit from another Institution Undergraduate and, to a more limited extent graduate, students may transfer in credit applicable to their Regis degrees from several sources. Students may receive advanced standing toward the completion of the bachelor’s degree as a result. All students are subject to the general policies related to transfer of credit from academic courses. There are also specific policies related to students’ program of study, which are outlined below, including the maximum amount of credit allowed, impact on GPA, particular degree requirements. Contact the academic program director and/or the program-specific Student Handbook for additional information.

Transfer Credit Transfer of credit from another approved, regionally accredited institution of higher learning will be allowed if it is for graduate work done within five years prior to enrolling in Regis and the grade received for the work is not less than B-. Since graduate programs are standard- based, only those courses will be accepted that correlate with standards for the particular component of the program in which the student is enrolled. Students applying for transfer credit are required to submit to the appropriate graduate program director a transcript and a syllabus or detailed course description of those courses for which they are requesting transfer credit. Transfer of credit for the Doctor of Education (EdD) program must be approved by the program director and Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Transfer Credit New students at Regis may be eligible for transfer credit from several outlets. These include but are not limited to: another regionally accredited institution, Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), dual/ concurrent enrollment, or CLEP. Courses may be considered for transfer if they meet the following criteria: The course was taken at a regionally accredited institution. ◦ Dual/concurrent enrollment courses must be taken during the junior or senior year of high school. The grade earned in any course is a C or higher. ◦ Grades identified as P (passing) will only be accepted with appropriate documentation demonstrating the P is equivalent to a C or higher. The content and depth of the course is similar to a course offered at Regis.

Transfer Credit of Courses - General Policies – Undergraduate Students Regis must receive the official transcript. Course(s) must have been taken at a regionally accredited institution. No undergraduate course will be considered for transfer unless the student has achieved a course grade of C or better. Grades identified as P (passing) will only be accepted with appropriate and official documentation demonstrating the grade of “P” is equivalent to a C or higher. In some cases, to receive credit for courses taken elsewhere, Regis may request a syllabus from the student in order to assess the course. Courses identified as remedial are not eligible for transfer credit. Grades earned prior to enrollment are not calculated as part of the Regis GPA. Grades earned at another institution while enrolled at Regis are calculated as part of the Regis GPA.

Transfer Credit – Graduate Students A maximum of six (6) credits will transfer, and some externally accredited programs may not accept any transfer credits. Courses must be pre-approved by the graduate program director. No graduate course will be considered for transfer unless the student has achieved a course grade of B- or better. Please see the graduate programs listed in the catalog for program-specific transfer of credit policies.

Transfer Credit – Summer/Academic Year and Study Abroad Currently enrolled undergraduate students may enroll in pre-approved courses during the summer or, in limited circumstances, during the regular academic year, at a pre-approved and accredited college or university. Ordinarily, no more than two undergraduate courses per summer session can be taken for degree credit. For currently enrolled students, credits and grades earned from courses transferred to their Regis degrees will be included as part of their GPAs. Pre-approval is required for all courses taken elsewhere. Students must obtain signatures on the pre-approval form from their faculty advisors and the director of Academic Advising. For students studying abroad, courses must be pre-approved by the director of the Center for Global Connections.

Can transfer in a maximum of sixty-six (66) credits and must complete fifty-four (54) credits at Regis. Transfer Credit for Students within the Division of Professional Studies For information regarding which academic programs are available for bachelor’s completion within the Division of Professional Studies, please contact the Dean of Professional Studies. Students enrolled in a designated bachelor’s degree completion program within the Division of Professional Studies may transfer a maximum of ninety (90) credits from an accredited college/university based on established transfer equivalencies or Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) (see below). Some bachelor completion programs may have specific requirements about transfer credits and may require additional coursework over and above the minimum requirement of thirty (30) credits in order to fulfill specific degree requirements.

Use of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) for Transfer Credits The Division of Professional Studies (DPS) oversees the process and monitors policies and procedures that are consistent with principles of good practice established by the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL). Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) applies solely to undergraduate students enrolled in academic programs through the Division of Professional Studies (DPS). A student must be accepted to Regis College to be eligible to apply for prior learning assessment credit. Prior learning assessment credit will only be awarded after the student is actively enrolled and has declared an academic major. Please note that individual academic programs within Regis College may establish prior learning credit limits for their own programs, degrees and certificates. Check with the appropriate School Dean and/or academic program student handbook for this information. 52 / 1863