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Secondary students enrolled in International Baccalaureate Courses (IB) may receive college credit upon completion of the 6 higher-level courses and receipt of the necessary score of 5, 6, or 7.

Secondary school students enrolled in advanced placement (AP) courses may receive college credit upon completion of the courses with a score of 3 or higher and forwarding the results to the Admissions Office for evaluation.

AP Math AB (3 or better)

AP Statistics (3 or better)

AP Computer Science A (Score of 3 or better)

AP Psychology (3 or better)

AP Art Drawing I (3 or better)

AP Art Portfolio 2 or Portfolio 3 (3 or better)

AP Environmental Science (3 or better)

AP Government & Politics: US (3 or better)

AP Government: Comparative (3 or better)

AP Music Theory (3 or better)

AP Microeconomics (3 or better)

AP Macroeconomics (3 or better)

Secondary students enrolled in International Baccalaureate (IB) courses may receive college credit upon completing the six higher-level courses and receiving a score of 5, 6, or 7.

Secondary students enrolled in International Baccalaureate Courses (IB) may receive college credit upon completion of the higher level courses and receipt of the necessary score 5, 6 or 7.

Advanced Standing Credit Students may be eligible for advanced standing when previous studies or training has provided them with the knowledge and skills required in a course. The student is responsible for contacting the appropriate academic dean or department chair for questions regarding specific knowledge and skills considered for advanced standing credit. Students should contact the Admissions Office, the Student Success Center, their academic advisor or view the College’s Website to receive information regarding the procedure for evaluation before registering for classes. With the exception of dually enrolled high school students, all students must be officially enrolled in a program of study in order to be eligible for advanced standing credit. Dual enrollment high school students may use articulated courses to meet College prerequisites. When appropriate, the student will be responsible for providing official documentation before credit is granted. Forsyth Technical Community College may grant appropriate credit for courses on the basis of proficiency examinations including the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Advanced Placement Program (AP), the International Baccalaureate Program (IB), and through a comprehensive institutional examination for credit (credit-by-exam). The College may also award credit for courses based on industry, state, and national certifications or registry examinations, military training, and formal articulation agreements. Students who plan to transfer to another college or university are responsible for determining if the institution they plan to attend will accept advanced standing credits awarded by Forsyth Technical Community College. In all cases, students must take at least 25 percent of the program credits at Forsyth Tech to complete the degree, diploma, or certificate. A time limit may apply for accepting advanced standing credit or for technical courses taken previously at Forsyth Tech or other institutions. The appropriate academic division dean, in consultation with the faculty, will determine the time period in which courses previously taken can be used in the student’s current program of study.

Advanced Standing Credit Students may be eligible for advanced standing when previous studies or training has provided them with the knowledge and skills required in a course. The student is responsible for contacting the appropriate academic dean or department chair for questions regarding specific knowledge and skills considered for advanced standing credit. Students should contact the Admissions Office, the Student Success Center, their academic advisor, or view the College’s Web site to receive information regarding the procedure for evaluation before registering for classes. With the exception of dually enrolled high school students, all students must be officially enrolled in a program of study in order to be eligible for advanced standing credit. Dual enrollment high school students may use articulated courses to meet College prerequisites. When appropriate, the student will be responsible for providing official documentation before credit is granted. Forsyth Technical Community College may grant appropriate credit for courses on the basis of proficiency examinations including the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Advanced Placement Program (AP), the International Baccalaureate Program (IB), and through a comprehensive institutional examination for credit (credit-by-exam). The College may also award credit for courses based on industry, state, and national certifications or registry examinations, military training, and formal articulation agreements. Students who plan to transfer to another college or university are responsible for determining if the institution they plan to attend will accept advanced standing credits awarded by Forsyth Technical Community College. In all cases, students must take at least twenty-five percent of the program credits at Forsyth Tech to complete the degree, diploma, or certificate. A time limit may apply for accepting advanced standing credit or for technical courses taken previously at Forsyth Tech, or other institutions. The appropriate academic division dean, in consultation with the faculty, will determine the time period in which courses previously taken can be used in the student’s current program of study.

To be eligible for the transfer of credits under the AE to the Bachelor of Science in Engineering Articulation Agreement, community college graduates must obtain a grade of “C” or better in each course and an overall GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

Credit for Prior Learning Students may be eligible to receive curriculum credit when their previous studies or training have already provided the knowledge, competencies, and skills associated with a required course. The student is responsible for contacting the appropriate academic dean or department chair for questions regarding specific knowledge and skills considered for prior learning credit. Before registering for classes, students should contact the Admissions & Records Office, their academic advisor, or view the College’s website to receive information regarding the procedure for evaluation. Students must be officially enrolled in a program of study to be eligible for prior learning credit. Dual enrollment high school students are not eligible to receive credit for prior learning, but local and statewide articulations may be used to meet College prerequisites. When appropriate, the student will be responsible for providing official documentation before credit is granted. Forsyth Technical Community College may grant appropriate credit for courses based on standardized examinations, including the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Advanced Placement Program (AP), the International Baccalaureate Program (IB), Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Educational Support (DANTES/DSST), and through a comprehensive institutional challenge examination for credit (proficiency exam). The College may also award credit for courses based on industry, state, and national certifications or licensures, military training, and formal articulation agreements. Students who plan to transfer to another college or university are responsible for determining if the institution they plan to attend will accept prior learning credits awarded by Forsyth Technical Community College. In all cases, students must take at least 25 percent of the credit required for the program at Forsyth Tech to complete the degree, diploma, or certificate. A time limit may apply for accepting credit or for technical courses taken previously at Forsyth Tech or other institutions. The appropriate academic division dean, in consultation with the faculty, will determine the period in which courses previously taken can be used in the student’s current program of study.

Credit for Prior Learning Students may be eligible to receive curriculum credit when their previous studies or training have already provided the knowledge, competencies and skills associated with a required course. The student is responsible for contacting the appropriate academic dean or department chair for questions regarding specific knowledge and skills considered for prior learning credit. Before registering for classes, students should contact the Admissions & Records Office, their academic advisor, or view the College’s website to receive information regarding the procedure for evaluation. Students must be officially enrolled in a program of study to be eligible for prior learning credit. Dual enrollment high school students are not eligible to receive credit for prior learning but local and statewide articulations may be used to meet College prerequisites. When appropriate, the student will be responsible for providing official documentation before credit is granted. Forsyth Technical Community College may grant appropriate credit for courses based on standardized examinations including the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Advanced Placement Program (AP), the International Baccalaureate Program (IB), Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Educational Support (DANTES/DSST), and through a comprehensive institutional challenge examination for credit (proficiency exam). The College may also award credit for courses based on industry, state, and national certifications or licensures, military training, and formal articulation agreements. Students who plan to transfer to another college or university are responsible for determining if the institution they plan to attend will accept prior learning credits awarded by Forsyth Technical Community College. In all cases, students must take at least 25 percent of the credits required for the program at Forsyth Tech to complete the degree, diploma, or certificate. A time limit may apply for accepting credit or for technical courses taken previously at Forsyth Tech or other institutions. The appropriate academic division dean, in consultation with the faculty, will determine the period in which courses previously taken can be used in the student’s current program of study.

Any questions arising during this registration period concerning transfer credit from another college for course(s) credit should be directed to the Admissions & Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu . An official transcript from colleges or universities attended is required to receive transfer credit for courses taken.

Any questions arising during this registration period concerning transfer credit for course(s) should be directed to the Records Office.

Any questions arising during this registration period concerning transfer credit for course(s) should be directed to the transfer credit technician in the Records Office.

Any questions arising during this registration period concerning transfer credit for course(s) should be directed to the college transfer technician in the Records Office.

Transfer credits, credits by examination, W, I, S, AU, U, TR, P, R, and CR grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation. Transfer credits, credits by examination, W, I, S, AU, U, TR, P, R, and CR grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation.

Transfer credits, credits by examination, W, WP, and Pass grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation. Withdrawals, incompletes, repeated courses, transfer credit, and credit by examination will count toward the 150% credit hour limitation. Audit or Credit by Examination : Audits and proficiency exams are not covered by any type of financial aid. Credit by exam hours does count toward credit hours attempted and earned.

These requirements may not be met by Advanced Standing such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit granting activities. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech; however, the failing grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be used to calculate the final program grade point average (GPA).

These requirements may not be met by Advanced Standing such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit granting activities.

These requirements may not be met by Advanced Standing such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit granting activities. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech. Transfer credit will be used for graduation purposes. Transfer credit will only be granted if required for current program or the student previously attempted at Forsyth Tech and was not successful.

These requirements may not be met by Advanced Standing such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit granting activities. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech. Transfer credit will be used for graduation purposes. Transfer credit will only be granted if required for current program or the student previously attempted at Forsyth Tech and was not successful. The grade earned at Forsyth Tech Community College will be used to calculate the student’s program GPA; therefore, the Transfer Credit will be used for graduation but the student will be required to have a program GPA of 2.0 when the failing grade is used to calculate their final program GPA.

This agreement allows students to outline specific high school programs of study that will grant them advanced standing credit when they enroll in a community college upon high school graduation. Forsyth Tech has outlined many programs of study in degree and diploma areas for which students can receive advanced standing credit. Students are strongly encouraged to articulate high school courses for advanced standing. Courses must be in the students’ program of study for advanced standing to be considered.

Transfer Credit Forsyth Tech evaluates courses completed with a grade of C or better at institutionally accredited colleges/universities as recognized by the US Department of Education ( ope.ed.gov/dapip ). Courses considered for transfer credit must be comparable in content, objective, quality, and credit hours to those offered within the North Carolina Community College System Combined Course Library. Students may be asked to provide additional documentation of the course content, such as a course description or course syllabus before transfer credit is awarded. Transfer credit is only awarded if required for the student’s current program of study. A student may request a reevaluation of transfer credit when they change their program of study by emailing records@forsythtech.edu . Credits transferred from other institutions are reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and are not used in the computation of grade point averages. Transfer credit can be used for graduation purposes. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech; however, the failing grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be used to calculate the final program grade point average (GPA). The following considerations apply when evaluating potential transfer credits: Transfer credit graded as P or S will be accepted if the awarding institution provides verification the grade is equivalent to a grade of “C” (2.0 GPA) or better. Military Transfer Credits: Veterans or active-duty military can receive credit upon receipt of an official Joint Services Transcript and the necessary documentation. International Transfer Credits: Students who have attended a higher education institution outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member ( www.naces.org ) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit.

Upon review of the academic plan, students can choose their course sections and register for classes via MyForsythTech . Any questions concerning transfer credit from another college for course(s) credit should be directed to the Admissions & Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu. An official transcript from colleges or universities attended is required to receive transfer credit for courses taken. These requirements may not be met by Credit for Prior Learning such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit granting activities. Transfer credit can be used to meet graduation purposes. Additionally, transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech.

Transfer credits, credits by examination, W, WP, and Pass grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation. Withdrawals, incompletes, repeated courses, transfer credit, and credit by examination will count toward the 150% credit hour limitation. Audit or Credit by Examination : Audits and proficiency exams are not covered by any type of financial aid. Credit by exam hours count toward credit hours attempted and earned. ED states in the Federal Register, "For a student who withdraws from an institution because of the student’s status as an affected individual, the Secretary is waiving these statutory and regulatory requirements so that a student is not required to return or repay any overpayment of grant funds based on the Return of Title IV Funds provisions." For additional information on the Return of Title IV Funds Policy, including sample refund calculations, students may contact Student Financial Services, Allman Center, Main Campus.

Upon reviewing the academic plan, students can select their course sections and register for classes through MyForsythTech . Any questions concerning transfer credit from another college for course(s) credit should be directed to the Admissions & Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu . An official transcript from colleges or universities attended is required to receive transfer credit for courses taken. These requirements may not be met by Credit for Prior Learning, such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit-granting activities. Transfer credit can be used to meet graduation requirements. Additionally, transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech. An individual is considered a student if they attend a class and their information is recorded in the Student Information System (SIS).

Any questions arising during this registration period concerning transfer credit for course(s) should be directed to the Records Office. These requirements may not be met by Advanced Standing such as proficiency examination, articulation, transfer, or other alternative credit granting activities. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech. Transfer credit will be used for graduation purposes. Transfer credit will only be granted if required for current program or the student previously attempted at Forsyth Tech and was not successful. The grade earned at Forsyth Tech Community College will be used to calculate the student’s program GPA; therefore, the Transfer Credit will be used for graduation but the student will be required to have a program GPA of 2.0 when the failing grade is used to calculate their final program GPA.

Returning students may register for classes via MyForsythTech . Any questions arising during this registration period concerning transfer credit from another college for course(s) credit should be directed to the Admissions & Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu . An official transcript from colleges or universities attended is required to receive transfer credit for courses taken.

Transfer credits, credits earned by examination, W, I, S, AU, U, TR, P, R, and CR grades are not included in the GPA calculation. Transfer credits, credits earned by examination, W, I, S, AU, U, TR, P, R, and CR grades are not included in the GPA calculation. CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING Students may be eligible to receive curriculum credit when their previous studies or training have already provided the knowledge, competencies, and skills associated with a required course. The student is responsible for contacting the appropriate academic dean or department chair for questions regarding specific knowledge and skills considered for prior learning credit. Students must be officially enrolled in a program of study to be eligible for prior learning credit. Dual-enrollment high school students are not eligible to receive credit for prior learning; however, local and statewide articulations may be used to meet College prerequisites. Students who plan to transfer to another college or university are responsible for determining if the institution they plan to attend will accept prior learning credits awarded by Forsyth Technical Community College. A minimum grade of “C” is required in every course for acceptable transfer credit. A minimum grade of “C” is required in every course for acceptable transfer credit. Technical-level credits earned in the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree programs at Forsyth Tech may be transferred to similar programs at other institutions. However, the acceptability of all technical transfer credits is determined by the institution to which students wish to transfer. Students should contact their faculty mentor for information regarding these opportunities for transfer of credit to four-year institutions.

An official transcript from a high school, an adult high school diploma program, a High School Equivalency (GED)/HiSET/TASC program, or an institutionally accredited college or university may be required for transfer credit or to meet prerequisites and/or other requirements when registering for courses. TRANSFER CREDIT Forsyth Tech evaluates courses completed with a grade of C or better at institutionally accredited colleges/universities as recognized by the US Department of Education . Courses considered for transfer credit must be comparable in content, objective, quality, and credit hours to those offered within the North Carolina Community College System Combined Course Library. Students may be asked to provide additional documentation of the course content, such as a course description or course syllabus, before transfer credit is awarded. Transfer credit is only awarded if required for the student’s current program of study. A student may request a reevaluation of transfer credit when they change their program of study by emailing records@forsythtech.edu . Credits transferred from other institutions are reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and are not used in the computation of grade point averages. Transfer credit can be applied toward graduation requirements. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech; however, the failing grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be included in the calculation of the final program grade point average (GPA). The following considerations apply when evaluating potential transfer credits: Transfer credit graded as P or S will be accepted if the awarding institution provides verification that the grade is equivalent to a grade of “C” (2.0 GPA) or better. Military Transfer Credits: Veterans or active-duty military can receive credit upon receipt of an official Joint Services Transcript and the necessary documentation. International Transfer Credits: Students who have attended a higher education institution outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member (www.naces.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit. Time-Limited Transfer Credits: The college has a 10-year limit for accepting credit for some courses. Inquiries regarding transfer credits should be directed to the Admissions and Records Office. Students who disagree with the transfer credit granted should contact the Admissions and Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu . After consulting with the academic dean, the Admissions and Records Office will notify the student of the final decision on the transfer credit to be granted. HIGH-SCHOOL-TO-COMMUNITY-COLLEGE ARTICULATED COURSES Forsyth Technical Community College and the local high schools have entered into the North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement . This agreement enables students to outline specific high school programs of study that will grant them advanced standing credit upon enrollment in a community college after high school graduation. Forsyth Tech has outlined many programs of study in degree and diploma areas for which students can receive advanced standing credit. Students are strongly encouraged to articulate high school courses for advanced standing. Courses must be in the student’s program of study for advanced standing to be considered. Special credit students: Must complete an application to the college Are not eligible for any form of financial aid through Forsyth Tech Are subject to all college policies, rules, and the student code of conduct Must provide documentation that they have met the course pre- or co-requisite Are permitted to register for some credit provided such registration does not preempt students enrolled in a degree, diploma, or certificate program Currently enrolled high school students (regardless of age) are not eligible for special credit status and must contact Educational Partnerships if wishing to enroll in curriculum courses while still in high school.

A second option would allow students to exit after four years with a high school diploma and some college transfer credits.

Advanced Standing Credit Students may be eligible for advanced standing when previous studies or training has provided them with the knowledge and skills required in a course. The student is responsible for contacting the appropriate academic dean or department chair for questions regarding specific knowledge and skills considered for advanced standing credit. With the exception of dually enrolled high school students, all students must be officially enrolled in a program of study in order to be eligible for advanced standing credit. Students who plan to transfer to another college or university are responsible for determining if the institution they plan to attend will accept advanced standing credits awarded by Forsyth Technical Community College. A time limit may apply for accepting advanced standing credit or for technical courses taken previously at Forsyth Tech or other institutions.

Transfer credits, credits by examination, and Pass grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation. Withdrawals, incompletes, repeated courses, transfer credit, and credit by examination will count toward the 150% credit hour limitation. Audit or Credit by Examination: Audits and proficiency exams are not covered by any type of financial aid. Credit by exam hours do count toward credit hours attempted and earned.

Transfer credits, credits by examination, W, WP, and Pass grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation. Withdrawals, incompletes, repeated courses, transfer credit, and credit by examination will count toward the 150% credit hour limitation. Audit or Credit by Examination: Audits and proficiency exams are not covered by any type of financial aid. Credit by exam hours do count toward credit hours attempted and earned.

Transfer credits, credits by examination, W, WP, R and P grades are not counted as part of the GPA calculation. Withdrawals, incompletes, repeated courses, transfer credit, and credit by examination will count toward the 150% credit hour limitation. Audit or Credit by Examination: Audits and proficiency exams are not covered by any type of financial aid. Credit by exam hours do count toward credit hours attempted and earned.

An official transcript from a high school, an adult high school diploma program, a High School Equivalency (GED)/HiSET/TASC program, or an institutionally accredited college or university may be required for transfer credit or to meet prerequisites and/or other requirements when registering for courses.

An official transcript from a high school, an adult high school diploma program, a High School Equivalency (GED)/HiSET/TASC program, or an institutionally accredited college or university may be required for transfer credit or to meet prerequisites and/or other requirements when registering for courses. Transfer Credit Forsyth Tech evaluates transfer credit for courses completed with a grade of C or better at institutionally-accredited institutions as recognized by the US Department of Education may be accepted ( https://ope.ed.gov/dapip ). Courses considered for transfer credit must be comparable in content, objective, quality, and credit hours to those offered at Forsyth Tech. Students may be asked to provide additional documentation of the course content, such as a course description or course syllabus before transfer credit is awarded. Transfer credit will only be granted if required for the student’s current program of study. A student may request a reevaluation of transfer credit when they change their program of study by emailing records@forsythtech.edu . Credits transferred from other institutions will be reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and will not be used in the computation of grade point averages. Transfer credit will be used for graduation purposes. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech; however, the failing grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be used to calculate the final program grade point average (GPA). The following considerations apply when evaluating potential transfer credits: Pass/Fail Transfer Credits : Courses taken on a pass/fail basis will be considered only after receiving (in writing) the requirements necessary to receive a passing grade. The CAO will then make the final decision on the transfer of credit for the courses in question. Military Transfer Credits: Veterans or active-duty military can receive credit upon receipt of an official Joint Services Transcript and the necessary documentation. International Transfer Credits : Students who have attended a higher education institution outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member ( www.naces.org ) or AACRAO (www.ies.aacrao.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit.

Students desiring transfer credit must request official transcripts from post-secondary institutions they have attended before credit can be evaluated. Initial placement into math and English courses is based on high school unweighted GPA or advanced degrees or college level transfer credit per the NCCCS RISE criteria.

Students desiring transfer credit must request official transcripts from post-secondary institutions they have attended before credit can be evaluated.

Transfer Credit s: The college has a 10-year limit for accepting credit for some courses. The dean of the academic division, in consultation with the appropriate program faculty, will determine if courses taken more than 10 years ago can be used in the student’s current program of study. Students appealing to the dean for credit will need to provide relevant documentation demonstrating proficiency in the course learning objectives, such as proof of a related non-expired industry certification earned within the 10-year limit. Currently, the 10-year credit limit applies to courses that transfer under the following Forsyth Tech course prefixes: CCT, CIS, CSC, CTI, CTS, DBA, NET, NOS, SEC, and WEB. Inquiries should be made to the Admissions and Records Office regarding transfer credits granted. Students who disagree with the transfer credit granted should contact the Admissions and Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu. After consulting with the academic dean, the Admissions and Records Office will notify the student of the final decision on the transfer credit to be granted.

Transfer Credit Applicants who have attended other regionally accredited post-secondary institutions may transfer credits in courses comparable in content, objective, quality and credit hours to those offered at Forsyth Tech. In addition, all veterans or active duty military can receive physical education credit upon receipt of the necessary documentation. When the granting of transfer credit is in question, the student may be asked for additional documentation such as a course description or course syllabus. For accepted students, Forsyth Tech evaluates transfer credit for equivalent courses with the grade of C or better from member institutions of the North Carolina Community College System and other post-secondary institutions accredited by a regional accrediting association. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis will be considered only after receiving (in writing) the requirements necessary to receive a passing grade. In this situation the registrar and the academic dean, in consultation with the department chairperson, will make a recommendation to the vice president of Instructional Services. The vice president of Instructional Services will then make the final decision on the transfer of credit for questionable courses. International students who have attended a college or university outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member ( www.naces.org ) or AACRAO (www.ies.aacrao.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit. Credits transferred from other schools will be reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and will not be used in the computation of grade point averages. A grade of TR will be given to show that the course was transferred from another college. Transfer credit will be used for graduation purposes. The transfer grade will not be used to calculate GPA. Transfer credit will only be granted if required for current program or the student previously attempted at Forsyth Tech and was not successful. In order to receive transfer credit from another school, students must earn a grade of ‘C’ or better. Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech; however, the failing grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be used to calculate the final program grade point average (GPA). Students must have at least a 2.0 when failing, the grade(s) are averaged into the program grade point average. Many courses with technical or skill content have time limitations on the acceptance of transfer credit. This includes credits earned at Forsyth Tech, as well as at other institutions. The department chairperson responsible for the program of study determines the specific time limitations. Inquiries concerning transfer credits granted must be made to Records Office during the student’s first semester of enrollment. If a student disagrees with the transfer credit granted, he/she should meet with the Records Office Staff. After consulting with the division dean, the Records Office Staff will notify the student of the final decision on transfer credit to be granted.

Transfer Credit Applicants who have attended other regionally accredited post-secondary institutions may transfer credits in courses comparable in content, objective, quality and credit hours to those offered at Forsyth Tech. In addition, all veterans or active duty military can receive physical education credit upon receipt of the necessary documentation. When the granting of transfer credit is in question, the student may be asked for additional documentation such as a course description or course syllabus. For accepted students, Forsyth Tech evaluates transfer credit for equivalent courses with the grade of C or better from member institutions of the North Carolina Community College System and other post-secondary institutions accredited by a regional accrediting association. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis will be considered only after receiving (in writing) the requirements necessary to receive a passing grade. In this situation the registrar and the academic dean, in consultation with the department chairperson, will make a recommendation to the vice president of Instructional Services. The vice president of Instructional Services will then make the final decision on the transfer of credit for questionable courses. International students who have attended a college or university outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member ( www.naces.org ) or AACRAO (www.ies.aacrao.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit. Credits transferred from other schools will be reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and will not be used in the computation of grade point averages. A grade of TR will be given to show that the course was transferred from another college. Many courses with technical or skill content have time limitations on the acceptance of transfer credit. This includes credits earned at Forsyth Tech, as well as at other institutions. Generally, courses in this classification taken more than five years before entry into Forsyth Tech cannot be considered for transfer purposes. The department chairperson responsible for the program of study determines the specific time limitations. Inquiries concerning transfer credits granted must be made to Records Office during the student’s first semester of enrollment. If a student disagrees with the transfer credit granted, he/she should meet with the Records Office Staff. After consulting with the division dean, the Records Office Staff will notify the student of the final decision on transfer credit to be granted.

Transfer Credit s : Many courses with technical or skill content have time limitations on the acceptance of transfer credit. This includes credits earned at Forsyth Tech, as well as at other institutions. The department chairperson responsible for the program of study determines the specific time limitations. Inquiries should be made to the Admissions and Records Office regarding transfer credits granted. Students who disagree with the transfer credit granted should contact the Admissions and Records Office at records@forsythtech.edu . After consulting with the academic dean, the Admissions and Records Office will notify the student of the final decision on the transfer credit to be granted.

Transfer Credit Applicants who have attended other regionally accredited post-secondary institutions may transfer credits in courses comparable in content, objective, quality and credit hours to those offered at Forsyth Tech. In addition, all veterans or active duty military can receive physical education credit upon receipt of the necessary documentation. When the granting of transfer credit is in question, the student may be asked for additional documentation such as a course description or course syllabus. For accepted students, Forsyth Tech evaluates transfer credit for equivalent courses with the grade of C or better from member institutions of the North Carolina Community College System and other post-secondary institutions accredited by a regional accrediting association. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis will be considered only after receiving (in writing) the requirements necessary to receive a passing grade. In this situation the registrar and the academic dean, in consultation with the department chairperson, will make a recommendation to the vice president of Instructional Services. The vice president of Instructional Services will then make the final decision on the transfer of credit for questionable courses. International students who have attended a college or university outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member (www.naces.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit. Credits transferred from other schools will be reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and will not be used in the computation of grade point averages. A grade of TR will be given to show that the course was transferred from another college. Many courses with technical or skill content have time limitations on the acceptance of transfer credit. This includes credits earned at Forsyth Tech, as well as at other institutions. Generally, courses in this classification taken more than five years before entry into Forsyth Tech cannot be considered for transfer purposes. The department chairperson responsible for the program of study determines the specific time limitations. Inquiries concerning transfer credits granted must be made to Records Office during the student’s first semester of enrollment. If a student disagrees with the transfer credit granted, he/she should meet with the Records Office Staff. After consulting with the division dean, the Records Office Staff will notify the student of the final decision on transfer credit to be granted.

Transfer Credit Applicants who have attended other regionally accredited post-secondary institutions may transfer credits in courses comparable in content, objective, quality and credit hours to those offered at Forsyth Tech. In addition, all veterans or active duty military can receive physical education credit upon receipt of the necessary documentation. When the granting of transfer credit is in question, the student may be asked for additional documentation such as a course description or course syllabus. For accepted students, Forsyth Tech evaluates transfer credit for equivalent courses with the grade of C or better from member institutions of the North Carolina Community College System and other post-secondary institutions accredited by a regional accrediting association. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis will be considered only after receiving (in writing) the requirements necessary to receive a passing grade. In this situation the transfer credit technician, registrar and the academic dean, in consultation with the department chairperson, will make a recommendation to the vice president of Instructional Services. The vice president of Instructional Services will then make the final decision on the transfer of credit for questionable courses. International students who have attended a college or university outside the United States must have their transcripts evaluated by a NACES member (www.naces.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit. Credits transferred from other schools will be reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and will not be used in the computation of grade point averages. A grade of TR will be given to show that the course was transferred from another college. Many courses with technical or skill content have time limitations on the acceptance of transfer credit. This includes credits earned at Forsyth Tech, as well as at other institutions. Generally, courses in this classification taken more than five years before entry into Forsyth Tech cannot be considered for transfer purposes. The department chairperson responsible for the program of study determines the specific time limitations. Inquiries concerning transfer credits granted must be made to the college transfer technician in the Records Office during the student’s first semester of enrollment. If a student disagrees with the transfer credit granted, he/she should send a written request for re-evaluation to the Registrar. After consulting with the division dean, the transfer credit technician will notify the student of the final decision on transfer credit to be granted.

Transfer Credit Applicants who have attended other regionally accredited post-secondary institutions may transfer credits in courses comparable in content, objective, quality and credit hours to those offered at Forsyth Tech. In addition, all veterans or active duty military can receive physical education credit upon receipt of the necessary documentation. When the granting of transfer credit is in question, the student may be asked for additional documentation such as a course description or course syllabus. For accepted students, Forsyth Tech evaluates transfer credit for equivalent courses with the grade of C or better from member institutions of the North Carolina Community College System and other post-secondary institutions accredited by a regional accrediting association. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis will be considered only after receiving (in writing) the requirements necessary to receive a passing grade. In this situation the registrar and the academic dean, in consultation with the department chairperson, will make a recommendation to the vice president of Instructional Services. The vice president of Instructional Services will then make the final decision on the transfer of credit for questionable courses. International students who have attended a college or university outside the United States must have their transcripts translated and evaluated by a NACES member ( www.naces.org ) or AACRAO (www.ies.aacrao.org) before Forsyth Tech will review them for possible transfer credit. Credits transferred from other schools will be reflected on students’ transcripts as hours earned and will not be used in the computation of grade point averages. A grade of TR will be given to show that the course was transferred from another college. Courses taken at another college will not supersede courses completed at Forsyth Tech. You can use the course taken at another college with an earned grade of ‘C’ or better for graduation; however, the grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be used to calculate your final grade point average (GPA). Transfer credit can be used toward graduation requirements for a course that was not successfully completed at Forsyth Tech; however, the failing grade earned at Forsyth Tech will be used to calculate the final program grade point average (GPA). Students must have at least a 2.0 when failing, the grade(s) are averaged into the program grade point average. Many courses with technical or skill content have time limitations on the acceptance of transfer credit. This includes credits earned at Forsyth Tech, as well as at other institutions. The department chairperson responsible for the program of study determines the specific time limitations. Inquiries concerning transfer credits granted must be made to Records Office during the student’s first semester of enrollment. If a student disagrees with the transfer credit granted, he/she should meet with the Records Office Staff. After consulting with the division dean, the Records Office Staff will notify the student of the final decision on transfer credit to be granted.

A minimum grade of “C” in every course is required for acceptable transfer credit.

A minimum grade of “C” in every course is required for acceptable transfer credit. Technical-level credit earned in the Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree programs at Forsyth Tech may be transferred to similar programs at other institutions. However, acceptability of all technical transfer credit is determined by the institution to which students wish to transfer. Students should contact the Student Success Center, college transfer counselor at 336.734.7156 for information regarding these opportunities for transfer of credit to four-year institutions.

Technical-level credit earned in the associate in applied science (A.A.S.) degree programs at Forsyth Tech may be transferred to similar programs at other institutions. However, acceptability of all technical transfer credit is determined by the institution to which students wish to transfer. Students should contact the Student Success Center, college transfer counselor at 336.734.7156 for information regarding these opportunities for transfer of credit to four-year institutions.

Technical-level credit earned in the associate in applied science (A.A.S.) degree programs at Forsyth Tech may be transferred to similar programs at other institutions. However, the acceptability of all technical transfer credits is determined by the institution to which students wish to transfer. Students should contact their faculty mentor for information regarding these opportunities for transfer of credit to four-year institutions.