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It shows all academic work attempted and grades earned, as well as transfer credits accepted from other schools. Transfer Credit: Credit from coursework taken at a previous institution which is accepted toward a degree requirement at Hudson Valley Community College. Transfer credit is posted to the transcript of matriculated students only.

If it is necessary to determine course equivalencies international students are required to utilize a credential evaluation service that is a member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a fee-based credentialing service. This service will evaluate transcript(s) and then provide a course-by-course transcript evaluation that can be presented to Hudson Valley Community College for potential transfer credit evaluation. Disclaimer: Please note that the College will review the evaluation and transfer credits appropriately.

seek transfer credit or advanced standing from courses taken at the school from which the waiver is requested.

Transfer credits are not applicable.

The maximum timeframe evaluation for transfer students will consider both those credits attempted at Hudson Valley Community College and those accepted as transfer credit by the College.

Transfer Credit In accordance with the following guidelines, credit is awarded in transfer through various methods. In order to receive credit through one of these methods, a student must be matriculated at the College and the transferred credit must apply toward a requirement in the student's program. Transfer credit will appear on the Hudson Valley Community College transcript with a "T" entered in the grade column and the credit will not be factored into the student's GPA calculation. Courses from institutions within the SUNY System designated as General Education courses or identified as Transfer Path courses will transfer in accordance with the SUNY Seamless Transfer Policy provided the transfer credit applies toward a requirement of the student's program. Courses are accepted for transfer credit from an institution of higher education, at the discretion of the department chairperson in the course content area, provided that the individual course is parallel to and aligns

Transfer courses that have no Hudson Valley equivalent may be transferred and used in appropriate elective areas or applied to program requirements as per the Course Substitution Policy. In some cases, a complete course syllabus may be required in order to determine transferability. A student will be allowed to transfer course credit only for which a letter grade of "C" or better or a numerical grade of 2.0 (on a 4-point scale) or 70 (on a 100-point scale) or better or the equivalent has been earned. SUNY Transfer Appeal Process Students who do not agree with the college's decision on the granting or placement of credit earned at another SUNY institution have the right to submit an appeal to the coordinator of the SUNY transfer credit appeal process, Hudson Valley Community College Registrar, or his/her designee. The transfer credit appeal board will consist of the appropriate Dean and the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Students requesting an appeal for SUNY transfer credit should be prepared to provide reasonable material to support their case, such as the course description or syllabus in question. The registrar will notify students of the transfer credit appeal board decision within 15 business days of receipt of the completed appeal application. Credit by Examination Degree credit is awarded through the following examination programs: Advanced Placement Examination (AP) - This program is an instrument that relates college-level courses at secondary schools to appropriate placement and credit a collegiate institutions. A list indicating how transfer credit is awarded for each exam based on minimum scores can be viewed at https://www.hvcc.edu/registrar/earning- credit-apexam.pdf. A list indicating how transfer credit is awarded for each exam based on minimum scores can be viewed at https://www.hvcc.edu/registrar/earning-credit-clepexam.pdf. UExcel exams appear on an Excelsior College transcript with a grade and are considered for transfer credit in the same manner as courses taken at any other institution. College credit may be granted based on the scores received on the subject exams and equivalencies identified by the appropriate academic department.

Credit received through the life experience program is considered transfer credit and the student must be matriculated in a degree program. College Credit Recommendation Services Transfer credit may be granted for completion of experiences and non-traditional programs and courses as recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE), including credit for military training, or the National College Credit Recommendation Services of the University of the State of New York (NCCRS). In such cases, the earned credit will be considered and processed as transfer credit.

Part-time study is not available in this major, unless appropriate transfer credit is accepted.

Permission may be Candidates must hold current NYS Fall only granted for students who: EMT Card, have one year of EMT experience and information Spring have sufficient transfer credit or life N/A session with coordinator of (exceptions as experience credit.

It shows all academic work attempted and grades earned, as well as transfer credits accepted from other schools. Transfer Credit: Credit from coursework taken at a previous institution which is accepted toward a degree requirement at Hudson Valley Community College. Transfer credit is posted to the transcript of matriculated students only.

Part-time study is not available in this major, unless appropriate transfer credit is accepted.

The maximum timeframe evaluation for transfer students will consider both those credits attempted at Hudson Valley Community College and those accepted as transfer credit by the College.

Transfer credits are not applicable.

Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the Department Chair in accordance with discipline specific curriculum overview to support the educational plan made between the department advisor and the student. A "Forensic I" course will not be accepted as transfer credit into the program.

Only four Criminal Justice courses may be transferred into the program. A "Forensic I" course will not be accepted as transfer credit into the program.

When requesting such a waiver, the student will agree that he/she does not seek transfer credit or advanced standing from courses taken at the school from which the waiver is requested.

Permission may be Candidates must hold current NYS Fall only granted for students who: EMT Card, have one year of EMT experience and information Spring have sufficient transfer credit or life N/A session with coordinator of (exceptions as experience credit.

Transfer credit is evaluated at the student's request. Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the department chair in accordance with the college and discipline specific departmental policies to support the educational plan made between the academic advisor and the student. The use of transfer credit may affect transfer to other two and four year programs, as well as financial aid eligibility.

Transfer credit may be granted for completion of experiences and non-traditional programs and courses as recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE), including credit for military training, or the National College Credit Recommendation Services of the University of the State of New York (NCCRS).

Credit by Examination Degree credit is awarded through the following examination programs: Advanced Placement Examination (AP) - This program is an instrument that relates college-level courses at secondary schools to appropriate placement and credit a collegiate institutions. A list indicating how transfer credit is awarded for each exam based on minimum scores can be viewed at https://www.hvcc.edu/registrar/earning-credit-apexam.pdf . College Level Examination Program (CLEP) - This program provides opportunities to earn college credits through subject and general examinations. A list indicating how transfer credit is awarded for each exam based on minimum scores can be viewed at https://www.hvcc.edu/registrar/earning-credit-clepexam.pdf . UExcel Exams (formerly known as Excelsior College Exam Program)-Administered by Excelsior College, this program has been established whereby individuals who have developed college-level competencies outside the formal classroom can demonstrate those competencies via examination and receive credit. UExcel exams appear on an Excelsior College transcript with a grade and are considered for transfer credit in the same manner as courses taken at any other institution. International Baccalaureate Credit (IB Credit) - The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is a comprehensive and challenging, pre-university course of studies leading to examinations in various subject areas. College credit may be granted based on the scores received on the subject exams and equivalencies identified by the appropriate academic department. For further information concerning approved exams, contact the Registrar’s Office. Life Experience Program The

Credit by Examination Degree credit is awarded through the following examination programs: Advanced Placement Examination (AP) - This program is an instrument that relates college-level courses at secondary schools to appropriate placement and credit a collegiate institutions. A list indicating how transfer credit is awarded for each exam based on minimum scores can be viewed at https://www.hvcc.edu/registrar/earning- credit-apexam.pdf. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) - This program provides opportunities to earn college credits through subject and general examinations. A list indicating how transfer credit is awarded for each exam based on minimum scores can be viewed at https://www.hvcc.edu/registrar/earning-credit-clepexam.pdf. UExcel Exams (formerly known as Excelsior College Exam Program)-Administered by Excelsior College, this program has been established whereby individuals who have developed college-level competencies outside the formal classroom can demonstrate those competencies via examination and receive credit. UExcel exams appear on an Excelsior College transcript with a grade and are considered for transfer credit in the same manner as courses taken at any other institution. International Baccalaureate Credit (IB Credit) - The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program is a comprehensive and challenging, pre-university course of studies leading to examinations in various subject areas. College credit may be granted based on the scores received on the subject exams and equivalencies identified by the appropriate academic department. For further information concerning approved exams, contact the Registrar's Office.

Courses are accepted for transfer credit from an institution of higher education, at the discretion of the department chairperson in the course content area, provided that the individual course is parallel to and aligns with a course offered at Hudson Valley. Transfer courses that have no Hudson Valley equivalent may be transferred and used in appropriate elective areas or applied to program requirements as per the Course Substitution Policy. In some cases, a complete course syllabus may be required in order to determine transferability. A student will be allowed to transfer course credit only for which a letter grade of “C” or better or a numerical grade of 2.0 (on a 4-point scale) or 70 (on a 100-point scale) or better or the equivalent has been earned.

Courses are accepted for transfer credit from an institution of higher education, at the discretion of the department chairperson in the course content area, provided that the individual course is parallel to and aligns

In such cases, the earned credit will be considered and processed as transfer credit.

In such cases, the earned credit will be considered and processed as transfer credit.

Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the Department Chair in accordance with discipline specific curriculum overview to support the educational plan made between the department advisor and the student. A "Forensic I" course will not be accepted as transfer credit into the program.

Only four Criminal Justice courses may be transferred into the program. A "Forensic I" course will not be accepted as transfer credit into the program.

These agreements are established for specific academic programs and ensure transfer with junior standing upon completion of appropriate coursework and achievement of a minimum grade average. It shows all academic work attempted and grades earned, as well as transfer credits accepted from other schools. Transfer Credit: Credit from coursework taken at a previous institution which is accepted toward a degree requirement at Hudson Valley Community College. Transfer credit is posted to the transcript of matriculated students only.

By working closely with an academic advisor, students generate academic plans to meet goals which include but are not limited to: Fulfilling requirements toward acceptance into their preferred degree program Exploring courses relevant to their employment or transfer goals Researching course that parallel a four-year program Earning a degree that incorporates previous academic credits for career advancement Individual Studies students develop their academic plans each semester with the assistance of an academic advisor and: Collaboration with career and transfer counselors Research of course selections to meet goals Approval of requested courses to achieve academic success Students not registered at Hudson Valley Community College, who were never matriculated in Individual Studies must matriculate (and attend) in the program for a minimum of one term in order to qualify for the degree. Transfer credit is evaluated at the student's request. Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the department chair in accordance with the college and discipline specific departmental policies to support the educational plan made between the academic advisor and the student. The use of transfer credit may affect transfer to other two- and four-year programs, as well as financial aid eligibility.

Specific information may be found at www.acces.nysed.gov/aepp/college-credit-and-out-state-testing . Students admitted to the 24-Credit Hour Program may be considered by the college as a recognized candidate for matriculation into the Individual Studies Degree program and are not eligible for federal financial aid. However, if a student successfully passes the required sections of the College’s Basic Skills Assessment, the applicant may be eligible for New York State aid (Tuition Assistance Program, or TAP.) Hudson Valley Community College will consider an Application for Admission from students who do not have a high school diploma or equivalency, providing they meet the following minimum criteria: Student has reached “maximum” compulsory school attendance age.* The student must contact the Admissions Office for an individual appointment to discuss and determine eligibility for enrollment. If it is necessary to determine course equivalencies international students are required to utilize a credential evaluation service that is a member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a fee-based credentialing service. This service will evaluate transcript(s) and then provide a course-by-course transcript evaluation that can be presented to Hudson Valley Community College for potential transfer credit evaluation. Disclaimer: Please note that the College will review the evaluation and transfer credits appropriately.

By working closely with an academic advisor, students generate academic plans to meet goals which include but are not limited to: Fulfilling requirements toward acceptance into their preferred degree program Exploring courses relevant to their employment or transfer goals Earning a degree that incorporates previous academic credits and life experiences for career advancement Individual Studies students develop their academic plans each semester with the assistance of an academic advisor and: Collaboration with career and transfer counselors Research of course selections to meet goals Approval of requested courses to achieve academic success Students not registered at Hudson Valley Community College, who were never matriculated in Individual Studies must matriculate (and attend) in the program for a minimum of one term in order to qualify for the degree. Transfer credit is evaluated at the student’s request. Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the department chair in accordance with the college and discipline specific departmental policies to support the educational plan made between the academic advisor and the student. The use of transfer credit may affect transfer to other two- and four-year programs, as well as financial aid eligibility.

This service will evaluate transcript(s) and then provide a course-by-course transcript evaluation that can be presented to Hudson Valley Community College for potential transfer credit evaluation. Disclaimer: Please note that the College will review the evaluation and transfer credits appropriately.

For students interested in and preparing to transfer to a SUNY institution, please visit https://www.suny.edu/attend/get-started/transfer-students/suny-transfer-paths/ . Transfer credit is evaluated at the student’s request. Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the department chair in accordance with the college and discipline specific departmental policies to support the educational plan made between the academic advisor and the student. The use of transfer credit may affect transfer to other two- and four-year programs, as well as financial aid eligibility.

Transfer credit is evaluated at the student's request. Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the department chair in accordance with the college and discipline specific departmental policies to support the educational plan made between the academic advisor and the student. The use of transfer credit may affect transfer to other two- and four-year programs, as well as financial aid eligibility.

Credit received through the life experience program is considered transfer credit and the student must be matriculated in a degree program. College Credit Recommendation Services Transfer credit may be granted for completion of experiences and non-traditional programs and courses as recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE), including credit for military training, or the National

Credit received through the life experience program is considered transfer credit and the student must be matriculated in a degree program.

Permission may be granted for students who: have sufficient transfer credit or life experience credit.

By working closely with an academic advisor, students generate academic plans to meet goals which include but are not limited to: Fulfilling requirements toward acceptance into their preferred degree program Exploring courses relevant to their employment or transfer goals Researching course that parallel a four-year program Earning a degree that incorporates previous academic credits for career advancement Individual Studies students develop their academic plans each semester with the assistance of an academic advisor and: Collaboration with career and transfer counselors Research of course selections to meet goals Approval of requested courses to achieve academic success Students not registered at Hudson Valley Community College, who were never matriculated in Individual Studies must matriculate (and attend) in the program for a minimum of one term in order to qualify for the degree. Transfer credit is evaluated at the student's request. Transfer credit will be awarded at the discretion of the department chair in accordance with the college and discipline specific departmental policies to support the educational plan made between the academic advisor and the student. The use of transfer credit may affect transfer to other two- and four-year programs, as well as financial aid eligibility.

Transfer Credit In accordance with the following guidelines, credit is awarded in transfer through various methods. In order to receive credit through one of these methods, a student must be matriculated at the College and the transferred credit must apply toward a requirement in the student’s program. A student seeking credit via one of the methods below should contact his/her academic department to discuss the process with an academic advisor. A student seeking credit must provide an official transcript, score report, or other appropriate documentation. Transfer credit will appear on the Hudson Valley Community College transcript with a “T” entered in the grade column and the credit will not be factored into the student’s GPA calculation. Refer to the Residency Policy to determine how many credits can be transferred toward program requirements. Courses from institutions within the SUNY System designated as General Education courses or identified as Transfer Path courses will transfer in accordance with the SUNY Seamless Transfer Policy provided the transfer credit applies toward a requirement of the student’s program.

Transfer Credit In accordance with the following guidelines, credit is awarded in transfer through various methods. In order to receive credit through one of these methods, a student must be matriculated at the College and the transferred credit must apply toward a requirement in the student's program. A student seeking credit via one of the methods below should contact his/her academic department to discuss the process with an academic advisor. A student seeking credit must provide an official transcript, score report, or other appropriate documentation. Transfer credit will appear on the Hudson Valley Community College transcript with a "T" entered in the grade column and the credit will not be factored into the student's GPA calculation. Refer to the Residency Policy to determine how many credits can be transferred toward program requirements. Courses from institutions within the SUNY System designated as General Education courses or identified as Transfer Path courses will transfer in accordance with the SUNY Seamless Transfer Policy provided the transfer credit applies toward a requirement of the student's program.