Policies

A minimum score of 3 is required for credit on all AP exams.

International Baccalaureate Program (IB) Official International Baccalaureate transcripts are required for the evaluation and awarding of college credit based on In score of 4 or higher is required to be eligible for transfer.

the evaluation and awarding of college credit based on CLEP based testing, a minimum score of 50 is required to receive , programmatic coursework must be completed within the past ten and Development , or SOCSCICORE (1-3 semester 90 / 1444

The maximum number of transfer credits accepted will be up to 75 semester credit hours. Students from VCCS colleges who have completed a transfer associate’s degree will be considered to have met all lower division general education requirements at ECPI University.

For information on the transfer of credit - See the Transferability of Credit policy, being sure to review the Nursing | BS to BSN section.

ECPI University evaluates and awards transfer credit for professional, vocational, and other non-traditional coursework and examinations in accordance with college- level credit recommendations issued by the American Council on Education (ACE.) Nonmilitary credit recommendations made by ACE can be found in the ACE National Guide. The official ACE Transcript is issued by Credly and Accredible and includes credit recommendations and competencies earned through various prior learning experiences. ACE Learning credit is awarded as transfer credit provided that it meets the following criteria: applicable to the required courses in the student’s program, substantial equivalence in content and credit hours, and completion within the past ten calendar years. Advanced standing may be granted for prior coursework that demonstrates learning outcomes substantially equivalent to ECPI University courses. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing.

Transfer credits will be evaluated according to ECPI University’s transfer credit policy.

Provided that the same program is available, all previous admissions approvals, transfer credits, and advanced standing status accepted 104 / 1444

Transfer credits will be evaluated according to ECPI University’s transfer credit policy, as modified by the stipulations described in the admissions requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.

In certain cases, Advanced Standing credit may be awarded based on prior coursework that demonstrates learning outcomes substantially equivalent in content and scope to current program requirements. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing. Credits earned at other institutions will be evaluated at the time of enrollment based on the current program or curriculum and in accordance with the Types of Prior Learning and Transfer policies.

For CLEP General and Subject Exams that are administered electronically through computer- transfer credit.

Transfer credit or advanced standing credit may be awarded for prior coursework from regionally or nationally accredited institutions recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and other accredited institutions that are approved on a case-by-case basis. Previously earned college and university credit is awarded as transfer credit provided that it meets the following criteria: a grade of C or higher (2.0 on a 4.0 scale), applicable to the required courses in the student’s program, substantial equivalence in content and credit hours, and completion within the past ten calendar years. Advanced standing may be granted for prior coursework that demonstrates learning outcomes substantially equivalent to ECPI University courses. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing.

Advanced standing credits are awarded for past nursing coursework.

A minimum score of 400 is required to receive transfer credit.

Students that have received prior learning credit by any other means may not request or receive credit through a challenge exam. Students must be approved by academic staff and meet one or more of the following exam eligibility criteria: Relevant certification Related course/insufficient credits Expired transfer credit Related employment/field experience Students are allowed one exam attempt per course and a minimum score of 80% is required to pass and be exempt from taking the class.

ECPI Prior Learning Portfolio Assessment Prior learning portfolio assessment is available for a select number of courses to students who are able to demonstrate proficiency in the course learning outcomes through related employment and other professional or non-traditional learning experiences. Students must request or confirm their intention to submit a portfolio no later than the end of their first semester (first three terms) and prior to accessing the selected course. Students must be approved by academic staff by meeting one or more of the following exam eligibility criteria: Relevant certification or licensure Related coursework or professional training Expired transfer credit Related employment/military experience Students should refer to the Tuition and Fees - Other Fees section of the catalog for information regarding fees for Prior Learning Portfolio Assessment. Students that have received prior learning credit by any other means may not request or receive credit through portfolio assessment. Credit earned as a result of portfolio assessment earns a grade of EC and does not impact a student’s GPA but will count towards credits attempted and earned. *Available at select campus locations.

The Associate of Applied Science degree programs in all health science fields are considered terminal degrees without opportunity for transfer credit; however, students may enter bachelor’s degrees with advanced standing for their earned work at the associate's level.

Only official transcripts are considered for transfer credit. All official transcripts must be received and all prior learning credit must be approved before the end of the student’s first semester.

The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing.

All other Bac accordance with the Transfer of Credit policies outlined in the University Catalog.

A minimum exam grade of C is required on all UExcel exams to receive transfer credit.

Financial Aid Implications of Transfer Credit Students who are eligible to receive Prior Learning and Transfer Credit may experience one or more terms in which the student’s status, for the purposes of financial aid, may change, and the corresponding amount of financial aid may be reduced due to the decreased number of hours scheduled. Students should discuss the potential financial aid implications of Prior Learning and Transfer Credit with a financial aid advisor.

All other Bachelor to BSN General Education Prerequisites will be reviewed in accordance with the Transfer of Credit policies outlined in the University Catalog.

A maximum of six semester credit hours, or the equivalent, may be applied as transfer credit toward ECPI University’s graduate degree programs. Transfer credit may be awarded for coursework completed at institutions that are either regionally or nationally accredited and recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or at other accredited institutions approved on a case-by-case basis. Previously earned academic credit is eligible for transfer provided it meets the following criteria: a minimum grade of B or higher (3.0 on a 4.0 scale); relevance to the required courses within the student’s program of study; substantial equivalence in content and credit hours; and completion within the past ten calendar years.

ECPI University awards transfer credit from international institutions based on NACES or AICE recommendations and provided that it meets the following criteria: the institution must be determined to be equivalent to U.S. Advanced standing may be granted for prior coursework that demonstrates learning outcomes substantially equivalent to ECPI University courses. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing.

ECPI University evaluates and awards transfer credit for military training and experience based on college-level credit recommendations from the American Council on Education (ACE) as listed on the Joint Services Transcript (JST), as well as credits earned through Air University (AU). To request an official Air University transcript, please visit: https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Registrar/Transcript-Requests/ Military training and experience is awarded as transfer credit provided that it meets the following criteria: applicable to the required courses in the student’s program, substantial equivalence in content and credit hours, and completion within the past ten calendar years. Advanced standing may be granted for prior coursework that demonstrates learning outcomes substantially equivalent to ECPI University courses. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing.

A maximum of six graduate credit hours with a B or higher may be transferred from a prior master's degree program in nursing. For the MSN program (all concentrations), prerequisite courses and courses considered for transfer credit should have a final course grade of B or higher with these limitations: Specialty Core (3 P's): Coursework will be considered within six years of the program completion date. Clinical (Practicum) Transfer Credits (All concentrations): Clinical hours may not be transferred into the MSN degree concentrations.

Prior Learning and Transfer Policies ECPI University awards transfer credit and advanced standing based on individual course content, specific degree program requirements and University academic standards. Credit that is awarded as transfer credit or advanced standing credit to a student’s degree program is applied toward degree completion and as such, students cannot receive duplicate transfer credit for more than one external course that is equated to the same course or curriculum requirement at ECPI. In this instance, credit will only be awarded for the eligible course(s). Developmental or remedial courses are not eligible for transfer. Advanced Standing may be granted for prior coursework, qualifying professional training, or industry-standard certification exams deemed equivalent in content and scope to courses offered at the University. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing. Students are responsible for reviewing the policy guidelines and evaluation criteria for each type of prior learning or transfer credit they intend to pursue to ensure alignment with their academic goals and program requirements. Students who have earned prior ECPI University credit should consult the Readmission and Reentry Transfer Policies or Change of Program, Dual Major and Second Degree Transfer Policies. Students pursuing graduate degree programs or health science programs through ECPI University’s College of Health Sciences should refer to the Graduate Programs Transfer Policies and Program-Specific Transfer Policies for additional requirements. Transfer and Advanced Academic Standing credits are counted as both hours attempted and hours completed within the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. Transfer credit does not hold any qualitative points, therefore transfer credit is not included in the calculation of the grade-point average for the purpose of determining a student's CGPA or meeting the CGPA requirement of the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy.

Prior Learning and Transfer Policies and Procedures ECPI University recognizes and welcomes students that arrive at our institution with diverse backgrounds and varied prior learning experiences. Undergraduate students may transfer up to 75% of the total credits required for their degree program from all combined sources. A maximum of 25% may be earned through ECPI Prior Learning Portfolio Assessment and Challenge Exams. Students must complete at least 25% of their program at ECPI University to be awarded a degree or diploma. Students should review the policies and procedures outlined in this section including any relevant program-specific policies and the standards for each type of prior learning. 84 / 1444

Prior Learning and Transfer Procedure Applicants should discuss all prior experience and training with an advisor during the Admissions Interview. During enrollment, applicants will complete a Request for Official Transcript form for each previously attended institution and are encouraged to submit all relevant prior learning documentation for review. While the University will assist with obtaining transcripts from institutions that allow third-party requests, applicants are responsible for ensuring the University’s receipt of official transcripts within a student's first semester and any related fees required by the issuing institutions. Official transcripts are required for the evaluation and application of transfer credit toward a student’s degree program and all official transcripts must be received within the student's first semester; otherwise, transfer credit will not be awarded. Under extenuating circumstances, an exception to the timeline may be granted. Transcripts submitted by students, third parties, or those listed as transfer credits from another institution are not considered official. Once official transcripts are received, the University will complete an evaluation and notify the applicant through a Transfer Credit Evaluation notification. If transfer credit is awarded, credit is posted to the student’s official record accordingly, which may shorten the program length.

In certain cases, Advanced Standing credit may be awarded based on prior coursework that demonstrates learning outcomes substantially equivalent in content and scope to current program requirements. The University reserves the right to require successful completion of an assessment administered by ECPI faculty before awarding transfer credit or advanced standing. Credits earned at other institutions will be evaluated at the time of readmission or reentry based on the program or curriculum in effect and in accordance with the policies outlined in the Types of Prior Learning and Transfer section.

Transfer of Credit and Advanced Academic Standing Applicants should discuss all previous experience and training with an advisor during the Admissions Interview. During the enrollment process, applicants will complete a Request for Official Transcript form for each prior institution attended and submit all relevant documentation relating to prior learning for review and consideration of credit towards the student’s program completion. The University will assist applicants with requesting transcripts from all prior institutions that allow third-party requests. Applicants are responsible for ensuring the University’s receipt of official transcripts within a student's first semester and any related fees required by the issuing institutions. Once official transcripts are received, an evaluation will be completed to determine the application of transfer credit towards the student’s program. Applicants are notified once an evaluation is complete and will receive a Transfer Credit Evaluation notification. Students pursuing health science programs at the ECPI University College of Health Science/ College of Nursing should refer to their program-specific handbook for additional policies. See also our Transferability of Credit policy for additional information.

Types of Prior Learning and Transfer Credit Welcome to the Types of Prior Learning and Transfer Credit page. This section discusses the types of prior learning and transfer credit that are accepted by ECPI University.

Types of Prior Learning and Transfer Credit Cambridge International: A & AS Level Exams Official Cambridge International transcripts are required for the evaluation and awarding of college credit based on Cambri minimum grade of E or better is required to be eligible for transfer.

Types of Prior Learning and Transfer Credit the evaluation and awarding of college credit based on CLEP based testing, a minimum score of 50 is required to receive , programmatic coursework must be completed within the past ten and Development , or SOCSCICORE (1-3 semester 90 / 1444

Students receiving veteran’s benefits have the responsibility to provide official transcripts from all previously attended post-secondary institutions for the evaluation of transfer credit within their first semester. The prior learning credit evaluation is made available to the Department of Veterans Affairs, upon request.