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Students must make a minimum probability of passing the PN NCLEX score of 90% on the predictor to be eligible for advanced placement or a minimum score of 94% for the LPN to ADN online option.

An entering student who scores 3 or above on the Advanced Placement (AP) test will receive appropriate course credit.

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

Students may apply for the removal of grades earned (or transfer credit awarded) at Sampson Community College under the provision of the College’s Academic Forgiveness Policy. Academic forgiveness applies to all courses taken by the student at Sampson Community College and/or for which transfer credit was awarded by the College more than 5 years prior to the date of application for academic forgiveness.

Students may apply for the removal of grades earned (or transfer credit awarded) at Sampson Community College under the provision of the College’s Academic Forgiveness Policy. Academic forgiveness applies to all courses taken by the student at Sampson Community College and/or for which transfer credit was awarded by the College more than 5 years prior to the date of application for academic forgiveness.

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.

Previous curriculum course work will be evaluated for transfer credit to the student’s new program of study. Previously earned credit hours approved for transfer are granted toward completion of the graduation requirements for the new program of study.

Previous curriculum course work will be evaluated for transfer credit to the student’s new program of study. Previously earned credit hours approved for transfer are granted toward completion of the graduation requirements for the new program of study.

Credit by Examination “CE” may be used to award credit for approved prerequisite courses. Developmental coursework may be transferred from other colleges.

Credit by Examination “CE” may be used to award credit for approved prerequisite courses. Developmental coursework may be transferred from other colleges.

Credit by Examination Approved standardized and challenge examination programs may allow students to receive credit (in lieu of course work) toward the completion of a certificate, diploma, or degree. These examination programs are subject to the following conditions: Credit will not be awarded when equivalent degree credit has been granted for regular course work. Credit by examination may not be attempted if the student has acceptable college credit for more advanced courses or for courses that include material similar to a course for which college credit has already been received. Students successfully completing a standardized examination will have a grade of “CE” recorded on the official transcript. This designation does not earn grade points, but earns credit hours toward program completion. The course(s) must be a curriculum course on record with the Registrar’s Office as a course approved for credit by examination. Credit by Exam must be approved by the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs and kept on file in the Registrar’s office. Standardized Examinations Sampson Community College participates in the advanced placement programs of the College Entrance Examination Board. An entering student who scores 3 or above on the Advanced Placement (AP) test will receive appropriate course credit. Students taking Advanced Placement tests should have the score reports sent to the Registrar’s Office for evaluation concerning placement and credit. Students may also receive course credit by achieving a passing score on one of the College- Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests. Students interested in receiving further information concerning these examinations, required minimum scores, course equivalents, and credits awarded should contact the Registrar. Challenge Examinations The College recognizes that some students may already have achieved the objectives of certain courses in a selected curriculum by means of special studies or experiences. Students may petition to receive credit in selected courses by special examinations referred to as challenge examinations developed by College faculty. The College does not allow transferrable courses to be challenged. Students interested in this opportunity must submit a request to their department chair and schedule the examination. A student may challenge a course only once. Unsuccessful attempts are not recorded on the transcript. Approved challenge examinations must be on record in the Registrar’s Office before credit will be awarded.

Credit by Examination Approved standardized and challenge examination programs may allow students to receive credit (in lieu of course work) toward the completion of a certificate, diploma, or degree. These examination programs are subject to the following conditions: Credit will not be awarded when equivalent degree credit has been granted for regular course work. Credit by examination may not be attempted if the student has acceptable college credit for more advanced courses or for courses that include material similar to a course for which college credit has already been received. Students successfully completing a standardized examination will have a grade of “CE” recorded on the official transcript. This designation does not earn grade points, but earns credit hours toward program completion. The course(s) must be a curriculum course on record with the Registrar’s Office as a course approved for credit by examination. Credit by Exam must be approved by the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs and kept on file in the Registrar’s office. Standardized Examinations Sampson Community College participates in the advanced placement programs of the College Entrance Examination Board. An entering student who scores 3 or above on the Advanced Placement (AP) test will receive appropriate course credit. Students taking Advanced Placement tests should have the score reports sent to the Registrar’s Office for evaluation concerning placement and credit. Students may also receive course credit by achieving a passing score on one of the College- Level Examination Program (CLEP) tests. Students interested in receiving further information concerning these examinations, required minimum scores, course equivalents, and credits awarded should contact the Registrar. Challenge Examinations The College recognizes that some students may already have achieved the objectives of certain courses in a selected curriculum by means of special studies or experiences. Students may petition to receive credit in selected courses by special examinations referred to as challenge examinations developed by College faculty. The College does not allow transferrable courses to be challenged. Students interested in this opportunity must submit a request to their department chair and schedule the examination. A student may challenge a course only once. Unsuccessful attempts are not recorded on the transcript. Approved challenge examinations must be on record in the Registrar’s Office before credit will be awarded.

Credit for Prior Learning CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNI NG https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/sbcccode/subchapter-800-credit-prior-learning Based on 1D SBCCC 800.2 General Provisions (g) CPL cannot be used to satisfy the college’s institutional credit requirements, which prescribes the minimum percentage of credit hours a student must earn through instruction offered by the institution awarding the credential. No greater than seventy five percent (75%) of the credit hours required for graduation from a curriculum program of study may be earned through CPL. EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING POLICY (PRIOR LEARNING) When a student’s experience through employment, training, and/or certifications provided by non-collegiate institutions ( e.g., public and/or military services) parallels course work in the student’s program of study, the student may r equest experiential learning credit. SCC will evaluate and award credits for prior experiential learning when sufficient documentation demonstrates the student has achieved all outcomes for specific courses in a degree program. Students may receive experiential learning credit toward degree completion under the following conditions: The student must submit a written request to the appropriate Department Chair. The request must include specific courses and sufficient justification for each course for which experiential credit is requested . Copies of certificates, licenses, job descriptions, letters from supervisors and/or former employers, and any other documentation deemed appropriate must support the request. The Department Chair will meet with the student (if necessary) to review the request and all supporting documents. Documentation will be compared with the course description and the course’s syllabus and competencies. If credit for experiential learning is recommended, the Department Chair will forward their r ationale for awarding credit to the Division Chair, then to the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs further review. If experiential learning credit is approved, the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs will submit a statement of approval documenting the basis for awarding credit to the Registrar. A grade of “EC” (experiential credit) will be posted to the student’s record. If credit for experiential learning is not approved, an explanation of the reason(s) for disapproval and supporting documents will be returned to the student and submitted to the Registrar for filing. Experiential credit awarded does not earn quality points. Grades of “EC” will count only toward meeting curriculum completion requirements for graduation. Grades of “EC” awarded in one curriculum may not be transferred to another curriculum, unless recommended by the Department Chair and approved by the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs. Upon request from another institution, a copy of the Vice President’s statement of approval can be released to substantiate the “EC” grade. Copies of supporting documentation will not be sent to another institution without the student’s written consent.

Credit for Prior Learning CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING https://www.nccommunitycolleges.edu/sbcccode/subchapter-800-credit-prior-learning Based on 1D SBCCC 800.2 General Provisions (g) CPL cannot be used to satisfy the college’s institutional credit requirements, which prescribes the minimum percentage of credit hours a student must earn through instruction offered by the institution awarding the credential. No greater than seventy five percent (75%) of the credit hours required for graduation from a curriculum program of study may be earned through CPL. EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING POLICY (PRIOR LEARNING) When a student’s experience through employment, training, and/or certifications provided by non-collegiate institutions (e.g., public and/or military services) parallels course work in the student’s program of study, the student may request experiential learning credit. SCC will evaluate and award credits for prior experiential learning when sufficient documentation demonstrates the student has achieved all outcomes for specific courses in a degree program. Students may receive experiential learning credit toward degree completion under the following conditions: The student must submit a written request to the appropriate Department Chair. The request must include specific courses and sufficient justification for each course for which experiential credit is requested. Copies of certificates, licenses, job descriptions, letters from supervisors and/or former employers, and any other documentation deemed appropriate must support the request. The Department Chair will meet with the student (if necessary) to review the request and all supporting documents. Documentation will be compared with the course description and the course’s syllabus and competencies. If credit for experiential learning is recommended, the Department Chair will forward their rationale for awarding credit to the Division Chair, then to the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs further review. If experiential learning credit is approved, the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs will submit a statement of approval documenting the basis for awarding credit to the Registrar. A grade of “EC” (experiential credit) will be posted to the student’s record. If credit for experiential learning is not approved, an explanation of the reason(s) for disapproval and supporting documents will be returned to the student and submitted to the Registrar for filing. Experiential credit awarded does not earn quality points. Grades of “EC” will count only toward meeting curriculum completion requirements for graduation. Grades of “EC” awarded in one curriculum may not be transferred to another curriculum, unless recommended by the Department Chair and approved by the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs. Upon request from another institution, a copy of the Vice President’s statement of approval can be released to substantiate the “EC” grade. Copies of supporting documentation will not be sent to another institution without the student’s written consent.

Transfer credits accepted by the college are also included.

Transfer credits accepted by the college are also included.

High School Graduates : An official transcript showing high school graduation or completion of a high school equivalency diploma is required for all students seeking financial aid. College/University Transcripts : Transcripts from other colleges or universities attended are required to determine gateway course placement, to verify prerequisite coursework, and for transfer credit review.

College/University Transcripts: Transcripts from other colleges or universities attended are required to determine gateway course placement, to verify prerequisite coursework, and for transfer credit review.

The following will not be counted/certified toward enrollment for VA purposes: Remedial courses that are online, hybrid or self-paced Courses that you have already passed and earned credit Courses that you have received transfer credit for as determined by a program evaluation Students are encouraged to visit the VA Education Benefits website to learn more about their benefits.

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.

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

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.

High School Equivalency Scores : Date GED Completed Score Placement January 1, 2014 - present 165 + on all components Gateway Ready Date HiSET Completed Score Placement January 1, 2014 - present 15 + on all components and 4 + on essay Gateway Ready Previous College Credit/Advanced Placement & CLEP Scores : All previous developmental coursework and transfer credit will be reviewed for proper course placement.

High School Equivalency Scores: Date GED Completed Score Placement January 1, 2014 - present 165 + on all components Gateway Ready Date HiSET Completed Score Placement January 1, 2014 - present 15 + on all components and 4 + on essay Gateway Ready Previous College Credit/Advanced Placement & CLEP Scores: All previous developmental coursework and transfer credit will be reviewed for proper course placement.

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 Policy Sampson Community College may award transfer credit for comparable coursework or programs completed at other accredited institutions. Credits for course work completed (with a grade of “C” or better) prior to a student’s enrollment in a certificate, degree, or diploma program at SCC, may be eligible for transfer toward graduation. Some programs have additional guidelines for course transferability. Transfer credits from North Carolina Community Colleges will be evaluated by the Registrar’s Office. Transfer credits from all other institutions will be evaluated by the appropriate Department Chair, Division Chair, or the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs. Transfer credit will be approved or disapproved on the basis of level, content, quality, comparability, and degree of program relevance. All approved transfer credits must be filed with the Registrar’s Office for posting to the student’s transcript. Time Limit on Transferability Certain courses have a time limit on transferability. Credit for course work completed (with a grade of “C” or better) more than ten (10) years may be granted if the student holds an earned diploma or degree prior to admission. Credit must be evaluated and approved by the Department Chair, the Division Chair, or the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs. A student may be required to repeat courses in their program’s major area of concentration when changes in technology and/or current practices indicate new competencies must be acquired. External transfer credits are not calculated in the student’s curriculum grade point average. Students transferring from other institutions are admitted in good academic standing. At least 25 percent of the curriculum requirements must be completed through SCC.

Transfer Credit Policy Sampson Community College may award transfer credit for comparable coursework or programs completed at other accredited institutions. Credits for course work completed (with a grade of “C” or better) prior to a student’s enrollment in a certificate, degree, or diploma program at SCC, may be eligible for transfer toward graduation. Some programs have additional guidelines for course transferability. Transfer credits from North Carolina Community Colleges will be evaluated by the Registrar’s Office. Transfer credits from all other institutions will be evaluated by the appropriate Department Chair, Division Chair, or the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs. Transfer credit will be approved or disapproved on the basis of level, content, quality, comparability, and degree of program relevance. All approved transfer credits must be filed with the Registrar’s Office for posting to the student’s transcript. Time Limit on Transferability Certain courses have a time limit on transferability. Credit for course work completed (with a grade of “C” or better) more than ten (10) years may be granted if the student holds an earned diploma or degree prior to admission. Credit must be evaluated and approved by the Department Chair, the Division Chair, or the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs. A student may be required to repeat courses in their program’s major area of concentration when changes in technology and/or current practices indicate new competencies must be acquired. External transfer credits are not calculated in the student’s curriculum grade point average. Students transferring from other institutions are admitted in good academic standing. At least 25 percent of the curriculum requirements must be completed through SCC.

Transfer Credits from the College Credits earned at Sampson Community College may be transferred to other North Carolina Community Colleges and other senior institutions. Student Services guides students seeking to transfer to another institution. Faculty advisors assist transfer students with course planning. It is the student’s responsibility to indicate the intent to transfer and to initiate contact with Student Services and their faculty advisor. Students should obtain a current catalog and application from their selected institution for guidance in selecting courses. Students must complete and submit a transcript request form to Student Services for an official transcript to be forwarded to another college or university.

Transfer Credits from the College Credits earned at Sampson Community College may be transferred to other North Carolina Community Colleges and other senior institutions. Student Services guides students seeking to transfer to another institution. Faculty advisors assist transfer students with course planning. It is the student’s responsibility to indicate the intent to transfer and to initiate contact with Student Services and their faculty advisor. Students should obtain a current catalog and application from their selected institution for guidance in selecting courses. Students must complete and submit a transcript request form to Student Services for an official transcript to be forwarded to another college or university.

Per Title 38 United States Code Section 3679 (e), any individual who is entitled to educational assistance under chapter 31 (Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment), or chapter 33 (Post-9/11 GI Bill ® ) benefits is permitted to attend or participate in a course of education during the period beginning on the date on which the individual provides to the educational institution a certificate of eligibility for entitlement to educational assistance under chapter 31 or 33 (a “certificate of eligibility” can also include a “Statement of Benefits” obtained from the Department of Veterans Affairs website https://www.va.gov/education/ or a VAF-28-1905 form for chapter 31 authorization purposes) and ending on the earlier of the following dates: The date on which payment from VA is made to the institution. 90 days after the date institution certified tuition and fees following the receipt of the certificate of eligibility Sampson Community College does not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries or other institutional facilities, or the requirement that a covered individual borrow additional funds, on any covered individual because of the individual’s inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement funding from the Department of VA under chapter 31 or 33. After completing all admissions requirements and enrolling in an approved curriculum program, the SCO will submit enrollment information to the Department of VA. Certification will be made for only those courses that are required for graduation in the curriculum in which the student is approved and enrolled. Therefore, official transcripts, from all colleges that the student has attended, including military transcripts and any service school transcripts must be evaluated for transfer credit before courses are certified.

Therefore, official transcripts, from all colleges that the student has attended, including military transcripts and any service school transcripts must be evaluated for transfer credit before courses are certified.

College transcripts: Submit if you would like prior college coursework evaluated for transfer credit.

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.