Policies

Letter Grade Numerical Equivalency Explanation Grade Quality Points A 90%-100% Excellent 4 B 80%-89% Good Students are required to have a final grade average of 80% or higher in all NUR or SUR courses to successfully pass and progress to the next course. Forms to request grade of AU are in the Registrar’s Office) 0 CP Credit by Proficiency 0 TC Transfer Credit 0 Students must score “C” or higher in all related and general education courses regardless of semester enrolled.

Forms to request grade of AU are in the Registrar’s Office) 0 CP Credit by Proficiency 0 TC Transfer Credit 0 Students must score “C” or higher in all related and general education courses regardless of semester enrolled.

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

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

For College Level Examination Program (CLEP) and Advanced Placement Program (AP) information and transcripts, see www.collegeboard.com [opens in a new tab] . Advanced credit awarded at prior/previous colleges must be supported by official test score reports to be considered for transfer credit.

Advanced credit awarded at prior/previous colleges must be supported by official test score reports to be considered for transfer credit.

Credit by transfer and credit by examination are not included in computing the grade point standing.

Credit by transfer and credit by examination are not included in computing the grade point standing.

Credit by Examination Advanced placement is offered to students who because of their demonstrated abilities are qualified to accelerate their studies. To earn advanced placement, a student may take a proficiency examination in most subject areas which he/she can demonstrate a mastery of theory and practical application. A list of courses and/or subject areas which are not suitable nor allowable for proficiency exams may be obtained from the Registrar’s Office. Under no circumstances will credit be given when the challenge examination grade is less than “C”. Total credits earned by examination and/or transfer credit cannot exceed seventy-five (75) percent of the program requirements. The following procedure will serve as guidelines in making application for all proficiency examinations: 1. The following persons will not be permitted to take proficiency examinations. a. Persons who have taken the proficiency examination previously. b. Persons who have either enrolled in and/or dropped from the course. c. Persons who were enrolled in and failed the course. d. Persons who have a cumulative grade point average less than 2.5. 2. For new students enrolled in a curriculum program, the Registrar may grant approval. 3. Submit an application to the Registrar for the proficiency exam. Application must be made during the drop/add period, and if approved, students are required to register/pay tuition and fees for the exam during the drop/add period. 4. Application approval will be forwarded to the Vice President of Instruction and Student Support Services for instructor assignment. NOTE: Only full-time instructors give proficiency exams. 5. Upon approval of the application, an examination in theory and practicum (where applicable) will be given. ALL EXAMS MUST BE TAKEN PRIOR TO THE MID-TERM OF THE SEMESTER. 6. After evaluation of the examination by the instructor, test results will be forwarded to the Registrar and the Vice President of Instruction Services. 7. Credit earned by proficiency examination will be entered on the student’s transcript as credit hours passed. No grade or quality point value will be assigned. Credit earned by proficiency examination will not be used in determining grade point average (GPA) or verification of enrollment. 8. Applicants must be in a program of study. All prerequisites must be met where applicable. 9. Proficiencies are not approved for the Summer Term. For credit by examination, full-time students enrolled in sixteen credit hours or more are exempt from additional tuition charges. However, students enrolled in less than 16 credit hours must pay the Cashier’s Office the tuition required by the state for each semester hour credit; this fee is not refundable. Any exceptions to the above procedures and requirements must be approved by the Vice President of Student Services. Exceptions will be made only under rare circumstances.

Credit by Examination Advanced placement is offered to students who because of their demonstrated abilities are qualified to accelerate their studies. To earn advanced placement, a student may take a proficiency examination in most subject areas which he/she can demonstrate a mastery of theory and practical application. A list of courses and/or subject areas which are not suitable nor allowable for proficiency exams may be obtained from the Registrar’s Office. Under no circumstances will credit be given when the challenge examination grade is less than “C”. Total credits earned by examination and/or transfer credit cannot exceed seventy-five (75) percent of the program requirements. The following procedure will serve as guidelines in making application for all proficiency examinations: 1. The following persons will not be permitted to take proficiency examinations. a. Persons who have taken the proficiency examination previously. b. Persons who have either enrolled in and/or dropped from the course. c. Persons who were enrolled in and failed the course. d. Persons who have a cumulative grade point average less than 2.5. 2. For new students enrolled in a curriculum program, the Registrar may grant approval. 3. Submit an application to the Registrar for the proficiency exam. Application must be made during the drop/add period, and if approved, students are required to register/pay tuition and fees for the exam during the drop/add period. 4. Application approval will be forwarded to the Vice President of Instruction and Student Support Services for instructor assignment. NOTE: Only full-time instructors give proficiency exams. 5. Upon approval of the application, an examination in theory and practicum (where applicable) will be given. ALL EXAMS MUST BE TAKEN PRIOR TO THE MID-TERM OF THE SEMESTER. 6. After evaluation of the examination by the instructor, test results will be forwarded to the Registrar and the Vice President of Instruction Services. 7. Credit earned by proficiency examination will be entered on the student’s transcript as credit hours passed. No grade or quality point value will be assigned. Credit earned by proficiency examination will not be used in determining grade point average (GPA) or verification of enrollment. 8. Applicants must be in a program of study. All prerequisites must be met where applicable. 9. Proficiencies are not approved for the Summer Term. For credit by examination, full-time students enrolled in sixteen credit hours or more are exempt from additional tuition charges. However, students enrolled in less than 16 credit hours must pay the Cashier’s Office the tuition required by the state for each semester hour credit; this fee is not refundable. Any exceptions to the above procedures and requirements must be approved by the Vice President of Student Services. Exceptions will be made only under rare circumstances.

All applicants requesting transfer credit from another institution to RCC must submit an official transcript, and if necessary an appropriate catalog, to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Services. Applicants who wish to transfer from other educational institutions must be eligible to return to the school last attended. Applicants seeking transfer credit from institutions outside the United States will be asked to submit translated documents to an accredited agency through the NACES website and request that course-by-course evaluations and course descriptions be forwarded to Robeson Community College. Pre-College English and mathematics courses from a North Carolina community college will be considered for transfer if the course reflects a passing grade. A grade of “TC” is awarded for all transfer credits. Transfer credits do not factor into a student’s grade point average. The Registrar, in consultation with appropriate faculty, will determine the transfer credits allowable. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the course must parallel the content, level, quality and credit hours of a RCC course. Transfer credits will be posted to the student’s permanent record.

All applicants requesting transfer credit from another institution to RCC must submit an official transcript, and if necessary an appropriate catalog, to the Director of Admissions and Enrollment Services. Applicants who wish to transfer from other educational institutions must be eligible to return to the school last attended. Applicants seeking transfer credit from institutions outside the United States will be asked to submit translated documents to an accredited agency through the NACES website and request that course-by-course evaluations and course descriptions be forwarded to Robeson Community College. Pre-College English and mathematics courses from a North Carolina community college will be considered for transfer if the course reflects a passing grade. A grade of “TC” is awarded for all transfer credits. Transfer credits do not factor into a student’s grade point average. The Registrar, in consultation with appropriate faculty, will determine the transfer credits allowable. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the course must parallel the content, level, quality and credit hours of a RCC course. Transfer credits will be posted to the student’s permanent record.

Attempted credits from all enrollment periods at the College + all applicable transfer credits are counted; whether or not the student received financial aid for those terms is of no consequence.

Attempted credits from all enrollment periods at the College + all applicable transfer credits are counted; whether or not the student received financial aid for those terms is of no consequence.

A newly admitted student that files a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and for which there is no SAP status on the student record will have an SAP evaluation performed based on the student’s prior RCC enrollment record and/or any transfer credits, as applicable.

A newly admitted student that files a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and for which there is no SAP status on the student record will have an SAP evaluation performed based on the student’s prior RCC enrollment record and/or any transfer credits, as applicable.

Foreign Student Admissions and Transfer Credit Foreign students must meet the same admission requirements as other students. Included with the application should be a transcript from an authorized school or university. In addition an English translation of the transcript must be provided by a reputable credential evaluation service. All applicants from countries whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by scoring no less than 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or present other acceptable proof of the ability to speak, write, and understand the English language. Robeson Community College does not issue the I-20 necessary to obtain an F-1 visa. Students with other visa types will be considered on an individual basis. For additional information concerning international student admissions, contact the Director of Admissions.

Foreign Student Admissions and Transfer Credit Foreign students must meet the same admission requirements as other students. Included with the application should be a transcript from an authorized school or university. In addition an English translation of the transcript must be provided by a reputable credential evaluation service. All applicants from countries whose native language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by scoring no less than 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or present other acceptable proof of the ability to speak, write, and understand the English language. Robeson Community College does not issue the I-20 necessary to obtain an F-1 visa. Students with other visa types will be considered on an individual basis. For additional information concerning international student admissions, contact the Director of Admissions.

Transfer credits from accredited institutions allowed when applicable, if submitted by the student.

Transfer credits from accredited institutions allowed when applicable, if submitted by the student.

Prior Learning Assessment RCC awards applicable credits earned for nontraditional prior learning, however, credit is not awarded simply for experience but for measurable college-level learning which includes knowledge, skills, and competencies students have obtained as a result of their prior learning experiences. College credit may be granted on a case-by-case basis for prior learning only when it can be documented and falls within RCC regular credit course offerings. Application for credit for prior learning must be approved prior to course enrollment regardless of method or type of prior learning. All mandatory institutional requirements for certificates and degree programs must be met and individuals are only eligible for prior learning credit once officially accepted as an RCC student. Credit granted through one of the PLA options may be used to fulfill RCC program requirements; however transferability to other institutions is at the discretion of the receiving institution and is not guaranteed to transfer to other institutions. Advanced placement is offered to applicants approved for enrollment who because of their demonstrated abilities are qualified to accelerate their studies. To earn advanced placement, a student may take a proficiency examination in most subject areas which he/she can demonstrate a mastery of theory and practical application. To be eligible to request a proficiency, all appropriate prerequisites must be met. For a complete description of policies relating to Credit by Examination, please refer to section on Credit by Examination under Academic Policies and Procedures .

Prior Learning Assessment RCC awards applicable credits earned for nontraditional prior learning, however, credit is not awarded simply for experience but for measurable college-level learning which includes knowledge, skills, and competencies students have obtained as a result of their prior learning experiences. College credit may be granted on a case-by-case basis for prior learning only when it can be documented and falls within RCC regular credit course offerings. Application for credit for prior learning must be approved prior to course enrollment regardless of method or type of prior learning. All mandatory institutional requirements for certificates and degree programs must be met and individuals are only eligible for prior learning credit once officially accepted as an RCC student. Credit granted through one of the PLA options may be used to fulfill RCC program requirements; however transferability to other institutions is at the discretion of the receiving institution and is not guaranteed to transfer to other institutions. Advanced placement is offered to applicants approved for enrollment who because of their demonstrated abilities are qualified to accelerate their studies. To earn advanced placement, a student may take a proficiency examination in most subject areas which he/she can demonstrate a mastery of theory and practical application. To be eligible to request a proficiency, all appropriate prerequisites must be met. For a complete description of policies relating to Credit by Examination, please refer to section on Credit by Examination under Academic Policies and Procedures .

Letter Grade Numerical Equivalency Explanation Grade Quality Points A 93% - 100% Excellent 4 B 85% - 92% Good 3 C 80% - 84% Average Students are required to have a final grade average of 80% or higher in all RAD and SON courses to successfully pass and progress to the next course. Forms to request grade of AU are in the Registrar’s Office) 0 CP Credit by Proficiency 0 TC Transfer Credit 0

Forms to request grade of AU are in the Registrar’s Office) 0 CP Credit by Proficiency 0 TC Transfer Credit 0

The new grade earned from a repeated course will be used to determine eligibility Credit by Exam: Credit hours in which a student receives a “CE” are included in attempted and completed hours for the quantitative standards of completion rate and maximum time frame. Transfer Credit: All hours transferred and accepted from other institutions are included in the number of hours attempted and completed. In addition, a student’s maximum time to receive financial aid will be reduced by the equivalent transfer of credit hours towards his/her degree.

The new grade earned from a repeated course will be used to determine eligibility Credit by Exam: Credit hours in which a student receives a “CE” are included in attempted and completed hours for the quantitative standards of completion rate and maximum time frame. Transfer Credit: All hours transferred and accepted from other institutions are included in the number of hours attempted and completed. In addition, a student’s maximum time to receive financial aid will be reduced by the equivalent transfer of credit hours towards his/her degree.

Letter Grade Numerical Equivalency Explanation Grade Quality Points A 93% - 100% Excellent 4 B 85% - 92% Good 3 C 77% - 84% Average Students are required to have a final grade average of 77% or higher in EMS, NAS and RCP courses to successfully pass and progress to the next course. Forms to request grade of AU are in the Registrar’s Office) 0 CP Credit by Proficiency 0 TC Transfer Credit 0