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Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

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Credit for Prior Learning Students should be advised that different colleges use different policies on the acceptance of credit for prior learning (CPL). Rockland Community College cannot guarantee the transferability of prior learning credit that has been awarded. Rockland Community College recognizes that learning takes place in a variety of situations and circumstances. The College uses several methods to grant college credit to students with a wide variety of educational experiences. Any student enrolled at Rockland Community College who has or would like to participate in the following programs may be eligible: College credits awarded from colleges or universities Standardized Tests such as AP, CLEP, DANTES, IB, etc.… Institutional Challenge Exams Industry Credentials Apprenticeship Training Armed Forces Training Portfolio Evaluation Students are encouraged to consult with an academic advisor regarding the use of Credit for Prior Learning in their educational planning.

may be eligible for transfer credit. All foreign college and university transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation company to be considered for transfer credit. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

may be eligible for transfer credit. All foreign college and university transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation company to be considered for transfer credit. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

Prior Learning Assessment Prior learning assessment provides RCC students with the potential to earn credit for college level learning acquired outside of a traditional academic environment. Prior learning assessment is conducted through an evaluation process by the academic disciplines. RCC’s acceptance policy is as follows: Students must be registered for six (6) credits or more at RCC before applying for Prior Learning credits; Approved Prior Learning credits will be approved after the last day to drop without a grade identified on the College’s Academic Calendar for each term; Students must earn a minimum of 50% of the credits required for a degree or certificate program directly through RCC coursework; Student may earn up to 32 credits toward an Associate degree or 15 credits toward a certificate at RCC. Credits toward an RCC micro-credential may be acceptable provided that the micro-credential has three or more courses; Prior Learning credits will be recorded on the student’s transcript and identified with a grade of “CPL”; Students should consult with the Office of Placement and Assessment for applicable fees associated with the credits for prior learning.

Prior Learning Assessment Prior learning assessment provides RCC students with the potential to earn credit for college level learning acquired outside of a traditional academic environment. Prior learning assessment is conducted through an evaluation process by the academic disciplines. RCC’s acceptance policy is as follows: Students must be registered for six (6) credits or more at RCC before applying for Prior Learning credits; Approved Prior Learning credits will be approved after the last day to drop without a grade identified on the College’s Academic Calendar for each term; Students must earn a minimum of 50% of the credits required for a degree or certificate program directly through RCC coursework; Student may earn up to 32 credits toward an Associate degree or 15 credits toward a certificate at RCC. Credits toward an RCC micro-credential may be acceptable provided that the micro-credential has three or more courses; Prior Learning credits will be recorded on the student’s transcript and identified with a grade of “CPL”; Students should consult with the Office of Placement and Assessment for applicable fees associated with the credits for prior learning.

Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC. may be eligible for transfer credit. All foreign college and university transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation company to be considered for transfer credit. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC. may be eligible for transfer credit. All foreign college and university transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation company to be considered for transfer credit. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

( https://www2.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/accreditation_pg3.html#RegionalInstitutional ). Students seeking credit from non-accredited institutions may request an evaluation of their credential through the College’s Prior Learning Assessment process. Transfer credits toward an RCC micro-credential may be acceptable provided that the micro-credential includes three or more courses. Courses for which a student has earned a grade of a “C” or better may be accepted for transfer. A course for which credit is not awarded at the original institution cannot be transferred for credit at RCC. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.

Students seeking credit from non-accredited institutions may request an evaluation of their credential through the College’s Prior Learning Assessment process. Transfer credits toward an RCC micro-credential may be acceptable provided that the micro-credential includes three or more courses. Courses for which a student has earned a grade of a “C” or better may be accepted for transfer. A course for which credit is not awarded at the original institution cannot be transferred for credit at RCC. Transfer credits are not used in the computation of the grade point average at RCC.