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All cumulative credits attempted are counted, including accepted transfer credits, and consortium credits, regardless of whether financial aid was received for the credits, or the course work was successfully completed. All local attempted credits and transfer credits into Hennepin Technical College count towards the maximum timeframe. Completing a major or changing a major will change timeframe calculation and allow the new count of credits to the new major less any transfer of credit. Subpart F. Transfer Credits Transfer credits accepted by HTC and applied toward students’ degree, diploma, or certificate requirements to graduate will apply toward the maximum time frame calculation and percent of completion calculation.

All cumulative credits attempted are counted, including accepted transfer credits, and consortium credits, regardless of whether financial aid was received for the credits, or the course work was successfully completed. All local attempted credits and transfer credits into Hennepin Technical College count towards the maximum timeframe. Completing a major or changing a major will change timeframe calculation and allow the new count of credits to the new major less any transfer of credit. Subpart F. Transfer Credits Transfer credits accepted by HTC and applied toward students’ degree, diploma, or certificate requirements to graduate will apply toward the maximum time frame calculation and percent of completion calculation.

Partner Institutions Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Transfer of Credit Transfer of Credit Transfer of Credit to Hennepin Tech Transfer students with prior coursework at another college or university should provide official transcripts to the Hennepin Tech Transfer Center, Brooklyn Park or Eden Prairie Campus, for transfer evaluation. Any college level course will be considered for transfer at the discretion of the college. Transfer of Credit to another Post-Secondary Institution Credit courses in majors at Hennepin Tech are intended to provide employment skills and, in some situations, transfer to other colleges. The number of credits that may be accepted in transfer is determined by the receiving institution. The number of credits that may be transferred is determined by the receiving institution.

Credit by Examination Transcript Fee Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Tuition and Fees Tuition and Fees Current tuition and certain fee information (see below) can be found on the HTC website. The college establishes a tuition payment deadline for each semester. Full tuition and fees must be paid by this date. For a list of the most current fee amounts, visit Tuition and Fees You may pay your tuition bill in full by one of the following methods: Pay online: The College accepts VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and e-checks from checking or savings accounts. Online payments apply immediately to your student account. Cash, Check, or Credit Card: In person on campus during regular business hours using cash, check, or credit card (VISA, MasterCard, or Discover). The college does not accept credit card payments over the phone. Students who do not pay their tuition and fees in full by the tuition payment deadline may have their course registration cancelled unless one or more of the following conditions are true: The student is enrolled in the Automated Payment Plan. The college has received a Third Party Authorization for Payment from an employer or a funding agency sufficient to cover tuition and fees. The college has received the FAFSA information electronically from the Department of Education. The college has received an advance payment of a scholarship sufficient to cover tuition and fees. The student is enrolled as a high school PSEO student and has submitted a three-part form to the registration office authorizing enrollment. The student has made a tuition payment equal to 15% of the term’s balance or $300 whichever is less. If none of the conditions mentioned above are true, the student may be subject to a $50 late fee. You are responsible to drop the classes that you will not be attending. Do not rely on the drop for non-payment process as a way to drop your course(s). You will be responsible to pay for the courses you neglected to drop along with late fees assessed. Students who add courses after the payment deadline must pay the tuition by the Friday of the week the courses were added. After the fifth day of the semester, tuition must be paid at the time courses are added. Students may view their account balances and make payments through eServices. For more information about tuition payment methods, including the Automated Payment Plan, visit: Payment Options Note: In compliance with Minnesota State Board Procedure 7.6.2 Part 4 Subpart C, invoices are not mailed. Students should check their account balances through eServices. Tuition invoices are not mailed. You are responsible to monitor your student account balance. Past Due Accounts/Collections Students who have not paid the balance owed the college will have their records submitted to the Minnesota Department of Revenue for collection in accordance with Minnesota Statute 16D and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System Procedure 7.6.2 Accounts Receivable Management. Additional collection fees and interest will be assessed on balances submitted for collection. Automated Payment Plan The college offers a payment plan from Nelnet/FACTS Management Company, Inc. Nelnet/FACTS is a tuition management plan that provides students with a low cost option for budgeting tuition and fees. It is not a loan program - therefore, you have no debt, there are no interest or finance charges assessed, and there is no credit check. The only cost to budget monthly payments through Nelnet/FACTS is a $25 per semester nonrefundable enrollment fee. To sign up for this payment plan or for more information, visit: HennepinTech.edu/Tuition Tuition Rates Hennepin Technical College is a member institution of the Minnesota State System. The college, in consultation with the Student Senate, develops proposed tuition and fee rates for the academic year, which are submitted to the Minnesota State Board of Trustees for approval. Tuition rates are available on the Hennepin Tech website. A limited number of courses, including online courses, have approved differential rates. Courses with differential rates are identified in the online course schedule. Student Activity Fee/Student Life Fee/Student Association Fee Each student pays a student activity fee and a student life fee on a per credit basis. This fee supports the activities of the Student Senate and the Student Life Board. Each student also currently pays a state student association fee on a per credit basis. This fee is authorized by Minnesota statute and set each year by the Minnesota State College Student Association (MSCSA). These fees are then remitted to the MSCSA to support their activities. Student Health Fee Each student pays a student health services fee on a per credit basis. This fee supports activities related to providing health related programming and services. Parking Fee All students who park a vehicle on campus are required to pay a parking fee on a per credit basis. The parking fee includes state sales tax. Technology Fee Each student registered for credit courses pays a technology fee on a per credit basis. Personal Property/Service Charge Fees Some courses may require personal property/service charge fees. Books, Tools and Other Costs Students must purchase books, personal tools, other supplies, and special clothing if required. The college furnishes up-to-date equipment in its lab areas. Materials to work on projects may also be provided. Late Fees A late fee will be charged on past due accounts. Portfolio Evaluation The fee for Portfolio Evaluation is based on the lecture/lab breakdown of the course. Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Check and ACH/Direct Deposit Fees The college will apply a service charge to all checks and ACH/direct deposits returned for non-sufficient funds or other reasons as authorized in Minnesota Statute 604-113 subd. 2(a). Credit by Examination The fee for testing out of a course by examination is based on the lecture/lab breakdown.

Emergency Evacuation Accommodations Public Safety and Security Technology Services Enrollment Guidelines Testing Transfer of Credit Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Emergency Information Emergency Information Emergency Closings In the event of inclement weather or other emergency closings, official Hennepin Tech closing notifications will be broadcast on all metro area television stations (WCCO, KSTP, KMSP and KARE).

Proctoring Services Transfer of Credit Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Testing Testing Placement Testing In accordance with Minnesota State’s board policy, testing is administered to place students into appropriate courses that ensure the best chance for success in college.

Tobacco Free Campus Technology Services Enrollment Guidelines Testing Transfer of Credit Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Public Safety and Security Public Safety and Security Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act Hennepin Tech's Public Safety publishes an Annual Security Report, detailing three years of campus-specific crime statistics, reporting procedures and safety information.

Student ID Cards Enrollment Guidelines Testing Transfer of Credit Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Technology Services Technology Services Hennepin Tech provides technology resources to all enrolled students, faculty and staff.

Student Review and Consultation Emergency Information Public Safety and Security Technology Services Enrollment Guidelines Testing Transfer of Credit Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Students’ Rights and Responsibilities Students’ Rights and Responsibilities Overviews of highly pertinent policies and procedures are located throughout this catalog. All cumulative credits attempted are counted, including accepted transfer credits, and consortium credits, regardless of whether financial aid was received for the credits, or the course work was successfully completed. All local attempted credits and transfer credits into Hennepin Technical College count towards the maximum timeframe. Completing a major or changing a major will change timeframe calculation and allow the new count of credits to the new major less any transfer of credit. Subpart F. Transfer Credits Transfer credits accepted by HTC and applied toward students’ degree, diploma, or certificate requirements to graduate will apply toward the maximum time frame calculation and percent of completion calculation.

Transfer of Credit to another Post-Secondary Institution Credit courses in majors at Hennepin Tech are intended to provide employment skills and, in some situations, transfer to other colleges. The number of credits that may be accepted in transfer is determined by the receiving institution. Hennepin Tech has articulation agreements with several universities for transfer of A.S. or A.A.S. degrees toward Bachelor degrees. For additional transfer information, visit Minnesota State Transfer Pathways . Looking to ignite your career? We can help. Tour Our Campus Apply Now Contact HTC Ask Us Brooklyn Park Campus Eden Prairie Campus D2L eServices eTimesheets myHennepinTech StarID Transfer Employee Directory Privacy Policy ©2022 by Hennepin Technical College. Hennepin Tech is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator . This website can be made available in alternate formats by Access Services .

Transfer of Credit to another Post-Secondary Institution Credit courses in majors at Hennepin Tech are intended to provide employment skills and, in some situations, transfer to other colleges. The number of credits that may be accepted in transfer is determined by the receiving institution. Hennepin Tech has articulation agreements with several universities for transfer of A.S. or A.A.S. degrees toward Bachelor degrees. For additional transfer information, visit Minnesota State Transfer Pathways.

Transfer of Credit to Hennepin Tech Transfer students with prior coursework at another college or university should provide official transcripts to the Hennepin Tech Transfer Center, Brooklyn Park or Eden Prairie Campus, for transfer evaluation. Any college level course will be considered for transfer at the discretion of the college. For a detailed explanation of the college transfer policy, visit Transfer Your Credits to Hennepin Tech . Looking to ignite your career? We can help. Tour Our Campus Apply Now Contact HTC Ask Us Brooklyn Park Campus Eden Prairie Campus D2L eServices eTimesheets myHennepinTech StarID Transfer Employee Directory Privacy Policy ©2022 by Hennepin Technical College. Hennepin Tech is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator . This website can be made available in alternate formats by Access Services .

Transfer of Credit to Hennepin Tech Transfer students with prior coursework at another college or university should provide official transcripts to the Hennepin Tech Transfer Center, Brooklyn Park or Eden Prairie Campus, for transfer evaluation. Any college level course will be considered for transfer at the discretion of the college. For a detailed explanation of the college transfer policy, visit Transfer Your Credits to Hennepin Tech.

Senior Citizens (62 Years of Age or Older) Testing Transfer of Credit Credit for Prior Learning Grading Student Recognition Graduation Paying for College Tuition and Fees Registration for Credit Courses Course Information Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing Refunds Degrees and Programs Programs of Study – A-Z Course Outlines Administration & Faculty Listing Catalog Links Catalog Home Site Map All Catalogs Share Catalog Student Handbook Enrollment Guidelines Enrollment Guidelines Selecting a Major A major is the specific A.S.