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By scoring 3 or higher on the appropriate Advanced Placement Examination, students will be awarded credit for approved courses.

Acceptance of Transfer Credit The college recognizes the following opportunities for awarding academic credit; credit by examination including proficiency credit, advanced placement, CLEP/DANTES, transfer credit, and/or any combination thereof. Students must complete at least 25 percent of the credit hours required for their program of study in residence with CCC&TI in order for the college to award the degree, diploma, or certificate. Work Based Learning will not count toward residency requirements for graduation. "In Residence" denotes credit hours earned at CCC&TI. The student must provide official test scores and or official transcripts to the Registrar for evaluation. Advanced Placement The college grants credit for the Advanced Placement Examinations conducted by the College Board. These examinations may be taken prior to the student’s high school graduation, and the official scores must be sent to the Registrar for evaluation. By scoring 3 or higher on the appropriate Advanced Placement Examination, students will be awarded credit for approved courses. The grade of AP will be posted on the transcript, and credit hours will be granted, but no quality points will be given. Articulated Credit CCC&TI awards college credit for identified high school courses based on criteria outlined in the North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement. All criteria below must be met for college credit to be awarded. Grade of “B” or higher in the course. A converted score of 93 or higher on the standardized CTE post assessment. Students must enroll at CCC&TI within two years of high school graduation date. Students must provide official high school transcript and CTE post assessment scores. A grade of AC will be posted on the transcript. Credit hours will be granted, but no quality points will be given. CLEP (College Level Examination Program)/DSST (DANTES) CCC&TI offers college credit for the subject area examinations included in the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and DSST (DANTES). The student must provide official test scores before credit is granted. Credit must be applicable to the student’s current degree or diploma requirements. If CLEP (CL) or DSST/DANTES (DT) credit is granted, credit hours will be noted on the student’s transcript, but no quality points will be awarded. Information on the acceptance scores is available in Student Services. Proficiency Examination Students enrolled at CCC&TI who are qualified to accelerate their studies because of their demonstrated abilities may receive proficiency credit by examination for some of their curriculum courses. The proficiency examination process is used for a student desiring credit for prior learning. Students may not use this examination to repeat a course, nor may the student repeat the examination. The student wishing to receive credit must petition the dean under whom the course is offered. If the dean deems the course suitable for proficiency credit, the student may receive permission to take the examination developed by the dean and appropriate instructors. For those students in their last semester prior to fulfilling the qualifications for graduation, application for proficiency credit must be made at least 20 calendar days prior to the end of the semester. The test must be taken within the next 15 calendar days. Appeals for exception may be made to the vice president of instruction. The dean will decide the appropriate score demonstrating competence in the course and, in all courses, the final score must equal a “C,” or better. If the examination is passed, the student will earn credit hours toward graduation but no quality points. A grade of “CR” (Credit by examination) will be indicated on the student’s transcript. If the examination is not passed, no notation will be made on the transcript. “CR” credit is not guaranteed to transfer and does not meet Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) requirements. Awarding Curriculum Credit for Prior Learning In cases where the learning outcomes of a current, CCC&TI continuing education course or industry-recognized credential/prior learning experience align with the learning outcomes of a curriculum course(s), credit may be given. These courses and credentials must be pre-approved by the appropriate program coordinator/director, dean, and Chief Academic Officer. Students wanting to receive credit for industry-recognized credentials or CCC&TI continuing education courses should contact Student Services to determine if a credential or continuing education course qualifies for academic credit. Students who receive continuing education training at CCC&TI may request curriculum credit for approved courses under certain conditions as listed below. The continuing education course requires at least the same student learning outcomes as the curriculum course as documented on the course syllabus. The continuing education course is comparable in hours of instruction to the curriculum course as documented on the course syllabus. The credentials of the continuing education course instructor meet the CCC&TI Faculty Credential Policy for the equivalent curriculum course. The continuing education course requires assessment of course work using metrics comparable to the equivalent curriculum course, evaluation of performance by exam, and attendance as documented on the course syllabus. Only CCC&TI continuing education courses that have been pre-approved by the appropriate academic department will be considered for curriculum credit equivalency. Only continuing education units with a satisfactory or equivalency to a grade of “C” that have been earned within the last five years as documented on a CCC&TI transcript will be considered. No more than 75 percent of a degree, diploma, or certificate may be earned with continuing education units that have been accepted for curriculum credit; the final 25 percent of any credential must be earned by completing curriculum education credit courses. Students requesting curriculum credit must meet admission requirements, be admitted into an associate in applied science degree, diploma, or certificate program of study, and be currently enrolled in at least one curriculum course in the degree program past the census date (10 percent date of the semester). No course substitutions are permitted. These continuing education courses will only be applied to their curriculum equivalent and may not be used to substitute for required coursework in any program. Continuing Education to Curriculum Credit Students who register for curriculum courses will pay curriculum tuition and fees. Students who register for continuing education courses will pay continuing education tuition and fees. Students may not change their registration type beyond the posted schedule adjustment period. Students who register for curriculum credit may be eligible for federal financial aid and/or veterans benefits. In most cases, students who register for continuing education units are not eligible for federal financial aid and/or veterans benefits. Students will not be awarded financial aid for continuing education courses converted to curriculum credit retroactively. When continuing and curriculum education classes meet simultaneously with the same instructor, the instructor will complete and submit both continuing education and curriculum education attendance and final grade rosters. Continuing education students will earn a grade that represents satisfactory completion of all course work at a level corresponding to a “C” or higher in the equivalent curriculum course. Curriculum students will earn letter grades as detailed in the CCC&TI catalog and outlined in the course syllabus. When continuing education students are participating in a continuing education course that is approved for potential curriculum credit equivalency, instructors will assign a grade that represents satisfactory completion of all course work at a level corresponding to a “C” or higher in the equivalent curriculum course Students who attempt the curriculum course and fail may not request articulated credit for the comparable continuing education course.

Acceptance of Transfer Credit The college recognizes the following opportunities for awarding academic credit. No more than 25 percent of the hours required for a degree, diploma, or certificate may be earned by examination, including proficiency credit, advanced placement, CLEP, transfer credit, and/or any combination thereof. The student must provide an official copy of the test scores to the admissions office for evaluation. Advanced Placement The college grants credit for the Advanced Placement Examinations conducted by the College Board. These examinations may be taken prior to the student’s high school graduation, and the scores must be sent to the admissions office for evaluation. By scoring 3 or higher on the appropriate Advanced Placement Examination, students will be awarded credit for approved courses. The grade of AP will be posted on the transcript, and credit hours will be granted, but no quality points will be given. Articulated Credit CCC&TI awards college credit for identified high school courses based on criteria outlined in the North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement. All criteria below must be met for college credit to be awarded. Grade of “B” or higher in the course. A converted score of 93 or higher on the standardized CTE post assessment. Students must enroll at CCC&TI within two years of high school graduation date. Students must provide official high school transcript and CTE post assessment scores. Please see Student Services for more information on local articulation opportunities. A grade of AC will be posted on the transcript. Credit hours will be granted, but no quality points will be given. CLEP (College Level Examination Program)/DSST (DANTES) CCC&TI offers college credit for the subject area examinations included in the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and DSST (DANTES). The student must provide an official copy of test scores before credit is granted. Credit must be applicable to the student’s current degree or diploma requirements. If CLEP (CL) or DSST/DANTES (DT) credit is granted, credit hours will be noted on the student’s transcript, but no quality points will be awarded. Information on the acceptance scores is available in Student Services. Proficiency Examination Students enrolled at CCC&TI who are qualified to accelerate their studies because of their demonstrated abilities may receive proficiency credit by examination for some of their curriculum courses. The proficiency examination process is used for a student desiring credit for prior learning. Students may not use this examination to repeat a course, nor may the student repeat the examination. The student wishing to receive credit must petition the dean under whom the course is offered. If the dean deems the course suitable for proficiency credit, the student may receive permission to take the examination developed by the dean and appropriate instructors. For those students in their last semester prior to fulfilling the qualifications for graduation, application for proficiency credit must be made at least 20 calendar days prior to the end of the semester. The test must be taken within the next 15 calendar days. Appeals for exception may be made to the vice president of instruction. The dean will decide the appropriate score demonstrating competence in the course and, in all courses, the final score must equal a “C,” or better. If the examination is passed, the student will earn credit hours toward graduation but no quality points. A grade of “CR” (Credit by examination) will be indicated on the student’s transcript. If the examination is not passed, no notation will be made on the transcript. “CR” credit is not guaranteed to transfer and does not meet Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) requirements. Awarding Curriculum Credit for Prior Learning In cases where the learning outcomes of a current, CCC&TI continuing education course or industry-recognized credential/prior learning experience align with the learning outcomes of a curriculum course(s), credit may be given. These courses and credentials must be pre-approved by the appropriate program coordinator/director, dean, and Chief Academic Officer. Students wanting to receive credit for industry-recognized credentials or CCC&TI continuing education courses should contact Student Services to determine if a credential or continuing education course qualifies for academic credit. Students who receive continuing education training at CCC&TI may request curriculum credit for approved courses under certain conditions as listed below. The continuing education course requires at least the same student learning outcomes as the curriculum course as documented on the course syllabus. The continuing education course is comparable in hours of instruction to the curriculum course as documented on the course syllabus. The credentials of the continuing education course instructor meet the CCC&TI Faculty Credential Policy for the equivalent curriculum course. The continuing education course requires assessment of course work using metrics comparable to the equivalent curriculum course, evaluation of performance by exam, and attendance as documented on the course syllabus. Only CCC&TI continuing education courses that have been pre-approved by the appropriate academic department will be considered for curriculum credit equivalency. Only continuing education units with a satisfactory or equivalency to a grade of “C” that have been earned within the last five years as documented on a CCC&TI transcript will be considered. No more than 75 percent of a degree, diploma, or certificate may be earned with continuing education units that have been accepted for curriculum credit; the final 25 percent of any credential must be earned by completing curriculum education credit courses. Students requesting curriculum credit must meet admission requirements, be admitted into an associate in applied science degree, diploma, or certificate program of study, and be currently enrolled in at least one curriculum course in the degree program past the census date (10 percent date of the semester). No course substitutions are permitted. These continuing education courses will only be applied to their curriculum equivalent and may not be used to substitute for required coursework in any program. Continuing Education to Curriculum Credit Students who register for curriculum courses will pay curriculum tuition and fees. Students who register for continuing education courses will pay continuing education tuition and fees. Students may not change their registration type beyond the posted schedule adjustment period. Students who register for curriculum credit may be eligible for federal financial aid and/or veterans benefits. In most cases, students who register for continuing education units are not eligible for federal financial aid and/or veterans benefits. Students will not be awarded financial aid for continuing education courses converted to curriculum credit retroactively. When continuing and curriculum education classes meet simultaneously with the same instructor, the instructor will complete and submit both continuing education and curriculum education attendance and final grade rosters. Continuing education students will earn a grade that represents satisfactory completion of all course work at a level corresponding to a “C” or higher in the equivalent curriculum course. Curriculum students will earn letter grades as detailed in the CCC&TI catalog and outlined in the course syllabus. When continuing education students are participating in a continuing education course that is approved for potential curriculum credit equivalency, instructors will assign a grade that represents satisfactory completion of all course work at a level corresponding to a “C” or higher in the equivalent curriculum course Students who attempt the curriculum course and fail may not request articulated credit for the comparable continuing education course. This procedure for granting curriculum credit for continuing education courses is effective beginning with the Spring 2018 semester.

AADS supports transfer credit towards the AADS major of courses successfully completed in African American and African Diaspora Studies topics that may be offered in Sociology, Psychology, Literature, Music, or Film courses.

Students of the College may request transfer credit for subjects tested under advanced placement examinations. PCC evaluates CLEP and DANTES General Exams and Subject Area Exams are evaluated for transfer credit. Advanced credit documentation in the form of official test score reports required for transfer credit. Educational Experiences in the Armed Services Students may submit educational experiences in the armed services may be submitted for transfer credit evaluations.

Students of the College may request transfer credit for subjects tested under advanced placement examinations. PCC evaluates CLEP and DANTES General Exams and Subject Area Exams are evaluated for transfer credit. Advanced credit documentation in the form of official test score reports required for transfer credit.

Credit by Examination A student who evidences prior proficiency for a course due to previous work or educational experience may apply for credit by examination. Students must apply for approval to take the examination from the department chair for that course, using the Permit for Credit by Examination form. No student may take an examination for credit without presenting the properly executed Permit for Credit by Examination. NOT ALL COURSES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CREDIT BY EXAMINATION. CREDIT BY EXAMINATION CANNOT BE INCLUDED IN THE 25% RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS (SEE TRANSFER CREDIT .) STUDENTS CANNOT USE FINANCIAL AID TO PAY FOR CREDIT BY EXAM AND CREDIT HOURS EARNED DO NOT COUNT TOWARDS STUDENT LOAD FOR FINANCIAL AID PURPOSES. THE STUDENT’S ACADEMIC RECORD REFLECTS ALL GRADES RECEIVED OTHER THAN “F.” CREDIT EARNED FROM CREDIT BY EXAMINATION COUNTS TOWARDS THE 28 CREDIT HOUR PER SEMESTER MAXIMUM. Students applying for credit by examination must use the following procedure: Contact the department chair for approval of the course.

At WSSU transfer students are required to take or transfer approximately 60 SH of credits outside of their major program requirements. For transfer students with less than 60 hours of general education transfer credit, advisors will work with students to determine if there is a need, because of skill deficits, to take courses that are focused on any of the seven general education learning outcomes as part of general education before the student enters the major.

Credits for CLEP exams are posted as transfer credits and will be treated as transfer credit in respect to eligibility to be awarded as credit.

Credits for CLEP exams are posted as transfer credits and will be treated as transfer credit in respect to eligibility to be awarded as credit.

Credit by Examination form. Contact and have a representative from the Registrar’s Office sign the permit. Pay additional nonrefundable tuition, if applicable. Present completed permit to the department chair who will arrange for the administration of the exam. The department chair reports the results of the examination to the Registrar’s Office within two weeks of the date of approval of the permit by that office. Credit hours will count toward graduation; these will be computed in grade point average as grades and quality points will be recorded.

Credit by Examination A student who evidences prior proficiency for a course due to previous work or educational experience may apply for credit by examination. Students must apply for approval to take the examination from the department chair for that course, using the Permit for Credit by Examination form. If approved, the department chair will arrange for the student to take an appropriate test. Scheduling for these examinations is at the discretion of the department chair. No student may take an examination for credit without presenting the properly executed Permit for Credit by Examination. THE STUDENT MUST COMPLETE ALL EXAMINATIONS DURING THE FIRST 12 WEEKS OF EACH SEMESTER. A STUDENT MAY NOT TAKE AN EXAMINATION FOR CREDIT MORE THAN ONCE FOR ANY ONE COURSE. NOT ALL COURSES ARE ELIGIBLE FOR CREDIT BY EXAMINATION. CREDIT BY EXAMINATION CANNOT BE INCLUDED IN THE 25% RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS (SEE TRANSFER CREDIT.) STUDENTS CANNOT USE FINANCIAL AID TO PAY FOR CREDIT BY EXAM AND CREDIT HOURS EARNED DO NOT COUNT TOWARDS STUDENT LOAD FOR FINANCIAL AID PURPOSES. THE STUDENT’S ACADEMIC RECORD REFLECTS ALL GRADES RECEIVED OTHER THAN “F.” CREDIT EARNED FROM CREDIT BY EXAMINATION COUNTS TOWARDS THE 28 CREDIT HOUR PER SEMESTER MAXIMUM. Students applying for credit by examination must use the following procedure: Contact the department chair for approval of the course. If approved, the department chair will issue the Permit for Credit by Examination form. Contact and have a representative from the Registrar’s Office sign the permit. Pay additional nonrefundable tuition, if applicable. Present completed permit to the department chair who will arrange for the administration of the exam. The department chair reports the results of the examination to the Registrar’s Office within two weeks of the date of approval of the permit by that office. Credit hours will count toward graduation; these will be computed in grade point average as grades and quality points will be recorded.

Students may submit educational experiences in the armed services may be submitted for transfer credit evaluations.

However, the student can complete a credit by exam for each of the prerequisite courses. (See “ Credit by Examination ,”).

However, the student can complete a credit by exam for each of the prerequisite courses. (See “Credit by Examination,”).

Complete at least 25% of credit hours required for the degree, diploma, or certificate at the College; of which 12 semester hours must be major course work with appropriate departmental prefix designation for a degree or diploma (see Transfer Credit).

Complete at least 25% of credit hours required for the degree, diploma, or certificate at the College; of which 12 semester hours must be major course work with appropriate departmental prefix designation for a degree or diploma (see Transfer Credit).

Students can transfer credits into UNC Greensboro through courses taken elsewhere and/or placement tests. UNC Greensboro has a team that reviews transfer credits and translates them to their UNCG equivalents. In order to transfer credit from an international institution attended outside of UNCG Study Abroad, a NACES will be required and syllabi will be required for further course evaluation. After that transcript is received, transfer credit will be posted to the student’s UNCGenie account and will automatically be applied in Degree Works.

How Transfer Credit is Applied If you have, or are pursuing, an Associate's degree from a North Carolina Community College, we encourage you to use the links below to review how your community college credits will be applied at WSSU. AA - Associate in Arts AAS - Associate in Applied Science AS - Associate in Science ND - No Degree Templates for CAA students earning a degree who are interested in earning a degree at Winston-Salem State University: ACADEMIC MAJORS Accounting AA · AS · AAS or ND African American Studies AA · AS · AAS or ND Art AA · AS · AAS or ND Biology AA · AS · AAS or ND Birth-Kindergarten AA · AS · AAS or ND Business Administration AA · AS · AAS or ND Chemistry AA · AS · AAS or ND Clinical Laboratory Science AA · AS · AAS or ND Communication and Media Studies AA · AS · AAS or ND Computer Science AA · AS · AAS or ND Economics AA · AS · AAS or ND Elementary Education AA · AS · AAS or ND English AA · AS · AAS or ND Exercise Science AA · AS · AAS or ND Gerontology AA · AS · AAS or ND Health Care Management AA · AS · AAS or ND History AA · AS · AAS or ND Interdisciplinary Studies AA · AS · AAS or ND Information Technology AA · AS · AAS or ND Justice Studies AA · AS · AAS or ND Management AA · AS · AAS or ND Management Information Systems AA · AS · AAS or ND Marketing AA · AS · AAS or ND Mass Communications AA · AS · AAS or ND Mathematics AA · AS · AAS or ND Motorsports Management AA · AS · AAS or ND Music AA · AS · AAS or ND Nursing (RN-BSN) NC Community College Plan of Study Transfer Credit Worksheet Political Science AA · AS · AAS or ND Psychology AA · AS · AAS or ND Rehabilitation Studies AA · AS · AAS or ND Social Work AA · AS · AAS or ND Sociology AA · AS · AAS or ND Spanish AA · AS · AAS or ND Sports Management AA · AS · AAS or ND Teacher Education AA · AS · AAS or ND Therapeutic Recreation AA · AS · AAS or ND Transfer Course Lists per Comprehensive Articulation Agreement WSSU is committed to maximizing the credits transferred from your previous institution(s) and assist you in your pursuit of a 4-year degree. Access the Student Transfer Navigator at CFNC. A CFNC Username and Password are required. If you do not have an account, you can quickly create one. This is a free service. The transfer of credits between a NC Community College and WSSU is governed by a Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA). If you believe the terms of the CAA have not been honored by WSSU you may appeal our decision through the CAA Transfer Credit Appeal Procedure.

All official transcripts also have attached (1) a certified English translation and (2) course descriptions if requesting transfer credit.

All official transcripts also have attached (1) a certified English translation and (2) course descriptions if requesting transfer credit.

Transfer credit from foreign colleges or universities will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Course descriptions, a comprehensive course-by-course evaluation and/or a catalog-match evaluation may be required if transfer credit is being requested for certain courses.

In calculating SAP, all transfer credits accepted by PCC will be included in both credits attempted and credits completed for purposes of calculating 67%.

In calculating SAP, all transfer credits accepted by PCC will be included in both credits attempted and credits completed for purposes of calculating 67%.

Educational experiences in the Armed Services may be submitted for transfer credit evaluation.

Air University and Community College of the Airforce credit is awarded on a course by course basis and can be found in the Transfer Credit Planner. Joint Services Transcripts are awarded credit based on the ACE recommendations and can be found in the Transfer Credit Planner or the UNC System Military Equivalency System.

North Carolina Community College Student Transfer Credit Review Review transcript for Accreditation Must be Regionally accredited when student took course work Check to make sure correct student is being reviewed DOB ii) Student name (current and previous names listed) iii) Social Security number if available Review transcript for credit type (semester, quarter or other) Check Transcript for any degrees earned. Students with a North Carolina earned AA or AS degree receive up to 64 credits Students receive all areas of knowledge ii) Credits added in as a block of up to 64 credits are the maximum credits that may be awarded iii) Review course work for pre-requisites or direct transfer. These courses will be brought in course by course and deducted from the 64 credits For students who did not earn and AA/AS Degree Up to 64 credits from Community Colleges can be brought in for transfer ii) Review courses for areas of knowledge (Literature, Historical Studies, Social/Behavioral

High school students may be eligible to receive this grant - not a loan - for tuition and fees toward a degree or to attain transfer credit.

High school students may be eligible to receive this grant - not a loan - for tuition and fees toward a degree or to attain transfer credit.

Description: Among community college associate degree completers and those who have completed 30 or more articulated transfer credits who subsequently transfer to a four-year university or college during fall semester; the percentage who graduate prior to or remain enrolled at any four-year college or university subsequent fall semester.

By the last day of classes of the first semester for which admission is offered, you must submit a CAA Transfer Credit Appeal Form along with any supporting documentation to the Office of the Registrar at WSSU.

Transcripts are necessary if transfer credit is to be awarded and/or for students to meet necessary course prerequisites.

Transcripts are necessary if transfer credit is to be awarded and/or for students to meet necessary course prerequisites.

Transfer Credit Curricular students are responsible for requesting official transcripts from all previously attended institutions (secondary and post-secondary). Transcripts for all students enrolled in a curricular program will have automatic evaluation. Transcripts of course work completed at a college or university located outside of the United States must include (1) a certified English translation and (2) course descriptions for transfer credit (if needed). Legal specialty courses taken at colleges outside of North Carolina must meet the quality standards set forth by the American Bar Association to be eligible for transfer. Courses taken at a regionally accredited institution in which the student earned a minimum grade of “C” was earned and a comparable course is offered at Pitt Community College may be accepted in transfer if appropriate to the student’s program of study. Science and Information Technology course credit may expire after a certain amount of time due to rapid changes in those fields. All transfer students must complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for a degree, diploma, or certificate at Pitt Community College. Within the 25%, at least twelve (12) semester hours must be major course work (departmental prefix designation) for a degree or diploma. Credit by examination cannot be included in the 25% residency requirements. Students may only receive transfer credit for work experience is through the organized and supervised work-based learning program. Previous work experience outside of the supervision of the college is ineligible for academic; however, a student may challenge relevant courses by examination. (See Credit by Examination )

Transfer Credit To be considered for CCC&TI credit, courses must have been taken at a regionally accredited institution and must show a grade of “C” or better. Certain exceptions may be made. Transfer credit will not be awarded for courses in which a student has received a grade for credit by exam or has been granted credit for proficiency placement exam. Notification of transfer credit granted will be sent to the student prior to the end of the first semester of enrollment. If applicable credit has been accepted from another institution, transfer students may be exempt from some of the admission placement tests. A grade point average for graduation, honors, and continuing enrollment is computed only for courses taken at CCC&TI. For information on advanced standing by placement, see Credit by Examination.

Transfer Credit Curricular students are responsible for requesting official transcripts from all previously attended institutions (secondary and post-secondary). Transcripts for all students enrolled in a curricular program will have automatic evaluation. Transcripts of course work completed at a college or university located outside of the United States must include (1) a certified English translation and (2) course descriptions for transfer credit (if needed). Legal specialty courses taken at colleges outside of North Carolina must meet the quality standards set forth by the American Bar Association to be eligible for transfer. Courses taken at a regionally accredited institution in which the student earned a minimum grade of “C” was earned and a comparable course is offered at Pitt Community College may be accepted in transfer if appropriate to the student’s program of study. Science and Information Technology course credit may expire after a certain amount of time due to rapid changes in those fields. All transfer students must complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for a degree, diploma, or certificate at Pitt Community College. Within the 25%, at least twelve (12) semester hours must be major course work (departmental prefix designation) for a degree or diploma. Credit by examination cannot be included in the 25% residency requirements. Students may only receive transfer credit for work experience is through the organized and supervised work-based learning program. Previous work experience outside of the supervision of the college is ineligible for academic; however, a student may challenge relevant courses by examination. (See Credit by Examination)

Note: AADS supports transfer credit towards the AADS major of courses successfully completed in African American and African Diaspora Studies topics that may be offered in Sociology, Psychology, Literature, Music, or Film courses.

All credit hours attempted, including transfer credit, are to be considered in computing Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Standards, even during periods when the student was not an aid recipient.