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Accuplacer Next Generation Reading score of 250 or higher OR Must have taken ENG 111 and earned a C or better

ENG 111 with a C or better OR Accuplacer Next Generation Reading with a score of 250 or higher

MAT 110 with C or better or Accuplacer Math with a score of 250 or higher

6|Page Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates The Board of Trustees of Richmond Community College, under the authority of the State Board of Community Colleges, is authorized to award the following degrees, diplomas, and certificates: 1. An Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree is awarded for successful completion of the college transfer curriculum. Certain courses in associate degree programs may be accepted by a four-year college or university for transfer credit in an associated field.

The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement is a statewide agreement governing transfer credits from North Carolina community colleges to North Carolina public universities and participating private universities.

ACA 122 Transfer & Career Success 0 2 0 1 BIO 163 Basic Anatomy & Physiology^ 4 2 0 5 COM 120 Intro to Interpersonal Communication 3 0 0 3 or COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 0 3 ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3 CIS 110 Introduction to Computers 2 2 0 3 PSY 150 General Psychology 3 0 0 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective* 3 0 0 3 Total Transfer Credit Hours 21 Revised August 14, 2026 2026-2027

ASL 111 Elementary ASL I 3 0 0 3 BIO 163 Basic Anatomy & Physiology^ 4 2 0 5 COM 120 Intro to Interpersonal Communication 3 0 0 3 COM 231 Public Speaking 3 0 0 3 ENG 111 Writing and Inquiry 3 0 0 3 MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy 2 2 0 3 PSY 150 General Psychology 3 0 0 3 PSY 241 Developmental Psychology 3 0 0 3 Humanities/Fine Arts Elective* 3 0 0 3 Total Transfer Credit Hours 29 2026-2027 Revised August 14, 2026

9 Applicants must submit HS transcript and SAT or ACT scores 9 Deadline: Rolling admissions 9 Application fee: $25 9 Matriculation fee: $100 9 Housing fee: $150 Visitation: https://www.jcsu.edu/who-we-are/tour Recommended High School Courses: English 4 units Math 3 units Science 2 units Social Studies 2 units Foreign Language 2 units Electives 3 units The university does not participate in CLEP.

AP available with scores of 3 or better.

Recommended High School Courses: English 3 units Math 3 units Science 3 units Social Studies 3 units Foreign Language 1 unit AP credit granted for a score of 3 or higher FINANCIAL 2024-2025

To receive credit, the student must • hold a current and unrestricted license as a LPN • meet all the admissions requirements of the ADN program • have a minimum 2.5 college GPA • pass a fundamentals theory and medication competency exam with a score of 80 or above • complete with a B or higher (80% competency level) BIO 165 and PSY 150.

Transfer students will be considered to have satisfied the UNC Minimum Course Requirements (MCR) in effect at the time of their graduation from high school if they have: Received the AA, the AS, the AFA, the baccalaureate or any higher degree, or Completed the 44-hour CAA General Education Core, or Completed at least six semester hours in degree-credit in each of the following subjects: English, mathematics, the natural sciences, social/ behavioral sciences, and (for students who graduate from high school in 2003-04 and beyond) a second language. If a student transfers to a University of North Carolina institution under the statewide CAA, a maximum of 64 semester hours will transfer. Individual universities and community colleges have very specific program articulations, which govern the transfer of credit earned in these degree programs.

Transfer Credit - Transfer credit hours are included in the calculation of SAP. Proficiency (Credit by Exam) - While a credit by exam ("X") is not included in the enrollment hours for purposes of awarding financial aid, the attempted and completed credits are counted in each component of the quantitative standard and the maximum time frame.

If readmitted for advanced standing, all requirements of the progression policy must be met.

Transfer Credit - Transfer credit is included in the total hours attempted and earned. Proficiency (Credit by Exam) - While a credit by exam ("X") is not included in the enrollment hours for purposes of awarding financial aid, the attempted and completed credits are counted in each component of the quantitative standard and the maximum timeframe.

No transfer credit is permitted for courses completed by proficiency at other institutions.

Students are informed of their transfer credit by the end of their first term of enrollment. The nursing program has special requirements for transfer of credit. Students may transfer credit earned at RichmondCC between curricula programs under the same conditions outlined above. No transfer credit is permitted for courses completed by proficiency at other institutions.

34 | P a g e by the US Department of Education as regionally accredited will be considered for transfer credit.

Graduating students enrolled in a course(s) at another institution during their last semester must show proof of enrollment, b) have the instructor of the course give feedback to the Registrar regarding successful completion before the last week of the semester, and c) have an official transcript sent to the Registrar’s office for transfer credit before the degree, diploma, or certificate can be received.

Transfer Credit - Transfer credit hours are included in the calculation of SAP. Proficiency (Credit by Exam) - While a credit by exam ("X") is not included in the enrollment hours for purposes of awarding financial aid, the attempted and

P a g e | 35 -Students who pass the SPA 111 and 112 placement tests and complete SPA 211 will be awarded credit by examination for SPA 111 and 112. Hours earned through credit by examination can be transferred and/or applied towards a degree, but are not calculated in grade point averages.

36 If readmitted for advanced standing, all requirements of the progression policy must be met.

RichmondCC students who College, which leaves only 30 For additional information Fire and Emergency Services complete an associate degree as credit about transfer opportunities Administration, Business Admin- outlined in the agreement will hours available through RichmondCC, istration (General), Intelligence be awarded full transfer credit required contact Director of Career and Studies, Nursing, Professional and afforded the opportunity to to earn Transfer Services Patsy Stanley at Studies, Psychology and Sociolo- complete the bachelor’s degree a bach- (910) 410-1830 or email gy. While these degree programs in Business Administration in elor’s degree.

If there is not a formal Articulation Agreement for your career program, there are transfer credit equivalencies available that lists if RCC career courses will be accepted by various programs at various institutions.

Certain courses in associate degree programs may be accepted by a four-year college or university for transfer credit in an associated field.

Credit by Examination After students successfully complete the course into which they placed, they may request credit by examination for those course(s) they placed out of. Passing the placement test is not the same as receiving credit for the course. Credit by examination is only earned after completion of the course into which they placed.

Credit for Prior Learning Curriculum credit may be awarded to students when they have completed prior learning through certification, exams, and similar course work. Below are the available opportunities for students to receive credit for prior learning.

Credit for Prior Learning Curriculum credit may be awarded to students when prior learning through certification, exams, and similar course work has been completed. Below are the available opportunities for students to receive credit for prior learning.

Evaluate Your Transfer Credits Talk to your advisor and see how your credits should transfer to other institutions. Ask for a copy of your unofficial transcript evaluation early. Some schools are more willing to provide you with this than others. Once you have your official evaluation of transfer credits, don't be afraid to ask questions you have about the courses that transferred and those that didn't. If you are not satisfied with the transfer institution's answers, contact the transfer coordinator and the transfer institution, who may be able to help you get the credits you deserve. You will need to provide the transfer coordinator with your official credit evaluation, as well as your declared major at the transfer institution.

-Students who pass the SPA 111 placement test and complete SPA 112 will be awarded credit by examination for SPA 111. -Students who pass the SPA 111 and 112 placement tests and complete SPA 211 will be awarded credit by examination for SPA 111 and 112. Hours earned through credit by examination can be transferred and/or applied towards a degree, but are not calculated in grade point averages.

However, when appropriate, transfer credit, experiential learning credit, advanced placement credit, credit for professional certifications and/or credit by examination may be awarded prior to a student enrolling in the course.

Articulated credit may be given for credit for prior learning including, but not limited to, certifications and licensures, high school career and technical education, life experience, public safety training, and continuing education course.

Graduating students enrolled in a course(s) at another institution during their last semester must a) show proof of enrollment, b) have the instructor of the course give feedback to the Registrar regarding successful completion before the last week of the semester, and c) have an official transcript sent to the Registrar’s office for transfer credit before the degree, diploma, or certificate can be received.

Portfolio for Life and Work Experience Students can present prior learning and work experience in a portfolio format to request credit for a specific course required for their program of study.

Send transcripts of post-secondary education with a certified English translation (if applicable) if requesting transfer credit. Please note that only institutions that are recognized by the US Department of Education as regionally accredited will be considered for transfer credit.

Send transcripts of post secondary education with a certified English translation (if applicable) if requesting transfer credit.

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.

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.

11/20/2023 – LKH added the following Articulation Agreements between CE and CU under Credit for Prior Learning section: EMT Paramedic HVAC Biology PSAP Also updated Student Services employee section to reflect most recent employee changes.

The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement is a statewide agreement governing transfer credits from North Carolina community colleges to North Carolina public universities and participating private universities.

Total Transfer Credit Hours 21 *Approved Humanities/Fine Arts Electives offered at RichmondCC are ART 111, ART 114 ART 115, ART 121, ART 131, ART 171, ART 240, ART 241, ART 281, ART 283, DRA 111, ENG 125, ENG 251, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242, HUM 115, HUM 120 MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, and REL 212. NOTE: Student may not take an introductory foreign language to fulfill the Humanities/Fine Arts requirement. ^FTCC Notes: Science courses may only be attempted twice. Related Science courses are valid for 5 years.

Total Transfer Credit Hours 27-28 *Approved Humanities/Fine Arts Electives offered at RichmondCC are ART 111, ART 114 ART 115, ART 121, ART 131, ART 171, ART 240, ART 241, ART 281, ART 283, DRA 111, ENG 125, ENG 251, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242, HUM 115, HUM 120 MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, and REL 212. NOTE: Student may not take an introductory foreign language to fulfill the Humanities/Fine Arts requirement. ^FTCC has a time limit on the time this course was originally taken and it will need to be repeated if it exceeds the seven (7) year time frame. + FTCC has a time limit on the time this course was originally taken and it will need to be repeated if it exceeds the ten (10) year time frame.

Total Transfer Credit Hours 29 *Approved Humanities/Fine Arts Electives offered at RichmondCC are ART 111, ART 114 ART 115, ART 121, ART 131, ART 171, ART 240, ART 241, ART 281, ART 283, DRA 111, ENG 125, ENG 251, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 242, HUM 115, HUM 120 MUS 110, MUS 112, MUS 210, PHI 215, PHI 240, REL 110, REL 211, and REL 212. NOTE: Student may not take an introductory foreign language to fulfill the Humanities/Fine Arts requirement. ^FTCC Notes: Science courses may only be attempted twice. Related Science courses are valid for 5 years.

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC If you have completed classes from a regionally accredited college or university that you would like reviewed for possible transfer credit, please request official transcripts be sent directly from the institution or transcript service to Richmond Community College. If the institution requests an email address for delivery, transcripts should be sent to admissions@richmondcc.edu. They may also be mailed to: Admissions, P.O. Box 1189, Hamlet, NC 28345. Transcripts submitted by the student are not considered official. Students may transfer credit earned at other post-secondary institutions provided: (1) a grade of "C" or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. While there is no specific time limit on transferability of credit, time may be a factor in awarding credit in courses where technological or societal changes affect the applicability. The registrar and appropriate instructors will review official transcripts and determine which courses may transfer. Students will be informed of their transfer credit by the end of their first term of enrollment. No transfer credit is permitted for courses completed by proficiency at other institutions. The Richmond Community College (RichmondCC) transcript and student record will show courses accepted for transfer credit. These courses will not count in the student's grade point average. Transfer students must earn at least 25% of the total credit hours for the degree, diploma, or certificate as students at RichmondCC. Some programs have special restrictions on transfer credits. Those restrictions are located in the Program and Course Catalog. Academic credit earned at RichmondCC can be used toward multiple curricula programs when the same course is needed for each program. Grades earned will be used in computing the program grade point average for each program.

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC Students may transfer credit earned at other postsecondary institutions provided: a grade of “C” or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited postsecondary institution. While there is no specific time limit on transferability of credit, time may be a factor in awarding credit in courses where technological or societal changes affect the applicability. The Registrar and appropriate instructors will review official transcripts and determine which courses may transfer. The RichmondCC transcript will show courses accepted for transfer with a grade of “T.” These courses will not count in the student’s grade point average. Transfer student must earn at least 25% of the total credit hours for the degree or diploma as student at RichmondCC. The Nursing program has special requirements for transfer of credit. See the Nursing section of the catalog for details. Students may transfer credit earned at RichmondCC between curricula programs under the same conditions outlined above. Courses will transfer grade for grade and all grades earned will be used in computing the program grade point average. Courses must be equivalent in course hours to

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC Students may transfer credit earned at other post-secondary institutions provided: (1) a grade of "C" or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. While there is no specific time limit on transferability of credit, time may be a factor in awarding credit in

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC Students may transfer credit earned at other post-secondary institutions provided: (1) a grade of "C" or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. While there is

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC Students may transfer credit earned at other post-secondary institutions provided: (1) a grade of "C" or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. While there is no specific time limit on transferability of credit, time may be a factor in awarding credit in courses where technological or societal changes affect the applicability. The registrar and appropriate instructors will review official transcripts and determine which courses may transfer. Students are informed of their transfer credit by the end of their first term of enrollment. The Richmond Community College (RichmondCC) transcript will show courses accepted for transfer with a grade of "T." These courses will not count in the student's grade point average. Transfer students must earn at least 25% of the total credit hours for the degree, diploma, or certificate as students at RichmondCC. The nursing program has special requirements for transfer of credit. See the Nursing section of the catalog for details. Students may transfer credit earned at RichmondCC between curricula programs under the same conditions outlined above. Courses will transfer grade for grade and all grades earned will be used in computing the program grade point average. No transfer credit is permitted for courses completed by proficiency at other institutions.

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC Students may transfer credit earned at other post-secondary institutions provided: (1) a grade of "C" or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. While there is no specific time limit on transferability of credit, time may be a factor in awarding credit in courses where technological or societal changes affect the applicability. The registrar and appropriate instructors will review official transcripts and determine which courses may transfer. Students will be informed of their transfer credit by the end of their first term of enrollment. No transfer credit is permitted for courses completed by proficiency at other institutions. The Richmond Community College (RichmondCC) transcript and student record will show courses accepted for transfer credit. These courses will not count in the student's grade point average. Transfer students must earn at least 25% of the total credit hours for the degree, diploma, or certificate as students at RichmondCC. Some programs have special restrictions on transfer credits. Those restrictions are located in the Program and Course Catalog. Academic credit earned at RichmondCC can be used toward multiple curricula programs when the same course is needed for each program. Grades earned will be used in computing the program grade point average for each program.

Transfer of Credit to RichmondCC Students may transfer credit earned at other post-secondary institutions provided: (1) a grade of "C" or above was attained; (2) subject, content, and length of course are comparable; and (3) the courses were completed at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. While there is no specific time limit on transferability of credit, time may be a factor in awarding credit in courses where technological or societal changes affect the applicability. The registrar and appropriate instructors will review official transcripts and determine which courses may transfer. Students will be informed of their transfer credit by the end of their first term of enrollment. No transfer credit is permitted for courses completed by proficiency at other institutions.

Transfer of Credits The CAA establishes the procedures governing the transfer of credits for students who transfer from a North Carolina Community College to a constituent institution of The University of North Carolina. The CAA does not address admission to a specific institution or to a specific major within an institution. Eligibility: To be eligible for the transfer of credits under the CAA, the student must graduate from the community college with an Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree or have completed the 44-hour general education core as defined in Associate Degree information of this catalog and have an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale and a grade of “C” or better in all CAA courses.

In both the public and private sector, the College has many individual institutional and program arrangements for transfer of credits.

Transfer credit for non-nursing courses in the Nursing curriculum from accredited post- secondary educational programs will be determined on an individual basis in accordance with RichmondCC’s transfer policy as stated in the general catalog. Transfer of credit for nursing courses in the ADN Program from an accredited nursing educational program must be on an individual basis and in accordance with RichmondCC’s transfer policy.

Transfer credit for non-nursing courses in the nursing curriculum from accredited post- secondary educational programs will be determined on an individual basis in accordance with RichmondCC’s transfer policy as stated in the general catalog. Transfer of credit for nursing courses in the PN Program from an accredited nursing educational program must be on an individual basis and in accordance with RichmondCC’s transfer policy.

The North Carolina Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) is a statewide agreement governing the transfer of credits between N.C. This means that a transfer student who completes the general education core at a North Carolina community college will not be required to take other general education courses at a UNC institution, even if his/her 44-semester credit hour core does not completely match the university's. The set of courses includes a 44-semester hour general education core and 20 additional semester hours of transfer credit.