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All external credits must be transferred to Judson College before the start of their final semester . Students will not be allowed to graduate unless the Registrar’s Office has received a final transcript with all the necessary vocational credits.

Credit by Examination . Successful completion in these programs is determined according to the following guidelines. Advanced Placement (AP) Program Judson College will award credit with scores of 3 or above for the following courses. Scores of 4 or 5 on selected AP examinations will award 6 hours of credit. AP Test Judson College Course Credit Hours Notes English Language and Composition ENG 1110 3 English Literature and Composition ENG 1110, ENG2110, or ENG2120 3 Students will have the choice of receiving 3hrs of credit for one of the listed courses. European History HIS 1120 3 Human Geography GEO 2500 3 Macroeconomics ECO 2500 3 Microeconomics ECO 2500 ​ 3 Psychology PSY 2600 3 Music Theory MUS 1501 3 Can also receive credit for MUS 1503 with an AP score of 4 or higher. United States Government and Politics POL 3500 3 United States History HIS 3530 3 World History: Modern HIS 1120 3 Calculus AB Math Elective 3 Calculus BC Math Elective 3 Statistics Math Elective 3 Computer Science A CIS 1100 3 Computer Science Principles CIS 1100 ​ 3 Biology SCI 1600 3 Chemistry Science Elective 3 Environmental Science Science Elective 3 Physics 1 Science Elective 3 Physics 2 Science Elective 3 Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism Science Elective 3 Physics C: Mechanics Science Elective 3 Chinese Language and Culture Language Elective 3 Can also receive credit for an additional 3 hours of language elective credit with an AP score of 4 or higher. French Language OR French Literature Language Elective 3 Can also receive credit for an additional 3 hours of language elective credit with an AP score of 4 or higher. German Language Language Elective 3 Can also receive credit for an additional 3 hours of language elective credit with an AP score of 4 or higher. Italian Language and Culture Language Elective 3 Can also receive credit for an additional 3 hours of language elective credit with an AP score of 4 or higher. Japanese Language and Culture Language Elective 3 Can also receive credit for an additional 3 hours of language elective credit with an AP score of 4 or higher. Latin LAT 2610 3 Can also receive credit for LAT 2620 with an AP score of 4 or higher. Spanish Language and Culture OR Spanish Literature and Culture SPN 1610 3 Can also receive credit for SPN 1620 with an AP score of 4 or higher. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Credit will be awarded to students earning a minimum qualifying score equivalent to a grade of C in accordance with the “Credit-Granting Recommendations” on the College Board website for the following CLEP examinations. CLEP Test Southeastern Course Credit Hours American Government POL 3500 3 History of the United States I HIS 3530 3 History of the United States II HIS 3530 3 Introductory Psychology PSY 2600 3 Introductory Sociology SOC 2600 3 Principles of Macroeconomics ECO 2500 3 Principles of Microeconomics ECO 2500 ​ 3 Social Sciences and History History Elective 3 Western Civilization I HIS 1110 3 Western Civilization II HIS 1120 3 American Literature ENG 2120 3 College Composition ENG 1110 3 English Literature ENG 2110 3 Biology Science Elective 3 Calculus Math Elective 3 Chemistry Science Elective 3 College Algebra MAT 1600 3 College Mathematics Math Elective 3 Natural Sciences SCI 1600 3 Precalculus Math Elective 3 Principles of Management BUS 3000 3 Principles of Marketing BUS 3200 3 French Language Language Elective 6 German Language Language Elective 6 Spanish Language Score 50+ SPN 1610 and SPN 1620 6 Spanish Language Score 63+ SPN 1610 , SPN 1620 , and SPN 2610 9 Spanish with Writing Score 50+ SPN 1610 and SPN 1620 6 Spanish with Writing Score 65+ SPN 1610 , SPN 1620 , SPN 2610 , and SPN 2620 12 International Baccalaureate (IB) Judson College will award credit for the following courses based on the scores listed. IB Test Level Minimum Score Southeastern Course(s) Credit Hours Group 1 Exams - Studies in Language and Literature Language A: Literature SL 5 ENG2110 3 HL 4 ENG2110 3 Language A: Language and Literature SL 5 ENG1110 and ENG 2110 6 HL 4 ENG1110 and ENG2110 6 Literature and Performance SL 5 Elective Credit 3 Group 2 Exams - Language Acquisition Modern Languages (students can receive credit for Spanish, Greek, Latin, and language elective courses) Language ab initio SL 5 LAN**** 3 Language b SL 5 LAN**** 3 HL 4 LAN**** 3 HL 6 LAN**** and LAN**** 6 Group 3 Exams - Individuals and Societies Business Management SL 5 BUS3000 3 HL 4 BUS3000 3 HL 6 BUS3000 and BUS3500 6 Economics SL 5 ECO2500 3 HL 4 ECO2500 3 Geography SL 5 GEO2500 3 HL 4 GEO2500 3 Global Politics SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 History SL 5 HIS1110 3 HL 4 HIS1110 3 HL 6 HIS1110 and HIS1120 6 Information Technology in a Global Society SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Philosophy SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Psychology SL 5 PSY2600 3 HL 4 PSY2600 3 Social and Cultural Anthropology SL 5 MIS4520 3 HL 4 MIS4520 3 World Religions SL 5 PHI2100 3 Group 4 Exams - Sciences Biology SL 5 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 4 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 6 SCI1003 and SCI1103 (Science Electives) 6 Computer Science SL 5 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 4 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 Chemistry SL 5 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 4 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 6 SCI1003 and SCI1103 (Science Electives) 6 Design Technology SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Physics SL 5 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 4 SCI1003 (Science Elective) 3 HL 6 SCI1003 and SCI1103 (Science Electives) 6 Sports, Exercise, and Health Science SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Group 5 Exams - Mathematics Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL 5 MAT1003 (Math Elective) 3 HL 4 MAT1003 (Math Elective) 3 Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL 5 MAT1003 (Math Elective) 3 HL 4 MAT1003 (Math Elective) 3 Group 6 Exams - The Arts Dance SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Music SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Film SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Theater SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Visual Arts SL 5 Elective Credit 3 HL 4 Elective Credit 3 Add to My Favorites (opens a new window) Share this Page Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Print (opens a new window) Help (opens a new window) T 120 S. 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Credit for Prior Learning Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) recognizes learning gained outside of a traditional college classroom. Eligible students may earn academic credit based on prior learning, helping reduce the time and cost required to complete a degree or certificate. CPL may be awarded through methods such as standardized exams, military training, work experience, industry credentials, and skills validation. Examples include AP, CLEP, DANTES/DSST, International Baccalaureate, Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy, and approved licenses. For more information, visit the RVC Credit for Prior Learning page.

Credit-Only students are permitted to take up to 30 hours of transferable credit.

Criteria for Evaluation of Transferable Credits Transfer credit must be earned at a regionally accredited institution. Whenever possible, RVC course equivalents for 100- and 200-level credits are awarded. If this is not possible, up to 21 credits of electives may be granted. 300-level (junior-level) credits will transfer on a course-by-course basis once equivalency is determined. 400-level credits require permission from the appropriate dean if a potential equivalency is determined. Students may be required to provide course descriptions or syllabi to complete the transfer credit process. Elective credit may be re-evaluated by submitting a syllabus to the Records and Registration Office. RVC accepts “D” grades only if the overall GPA is 2.0. Refer to course descriptions at the back of this catalog for minimum course grade requirements. Additional information is provided in the degree requirements for the Associate of Arts and Associate in Science, and in the degree and certificate requirements for Career and Technical Education Programs. Transfer credit does not affect the cumulative GPA at RVC. All new students intending to earn an Associate of Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Engineering Science are required to complete STU 100. It is recommended that this requirement be completed during the first academic semester. Students intending to earn an Associate in Applied Science degree or a certificate are not required to complete STU 100 but are strongly encouraged to do so. RVC does not honor substitutions or waivers made at another institution unless approved by the appropriate dean. Only degree- or certificate-required courses will be transferred into a student’s record. A maximum of 49 transfer credits will be applied. A minimum of 15 RVC credits is required to complete an RVC degree or certificate. Foreign transfer credit must be evaluated by Education Credential Evaluators. Military transfer credit may be awarded upon evaluation of the Joint Services Transcript (JST). The JST can be ordered at no cost to the student through the Joint Services Transcript website (Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard). Air Force students must request an unopened copy of their official transcripts from the Community College of the Air Force. In response to the Credit for Military Experience Act (HB 3701), the college uses the American Council on Education (ACE) to conduct and facilitate academic reviews of military courses and occupations. Four (4) Fitness, Wellness, and Sport (FWS) credits are automatically awarded to students who have completed basic training. The evaluation of transfer credit may require course descriptions or syllabi. Course content must be equivalent to a Rock Valley College course to transfer as equivalent credit. Vocational elective credit may be awarded if Rock Valley College does not offer an equivalent course. Vocational elective credit cannot be used toward degree completion.

Transfer of credit from other accredited DMin programs or post-MDiv programs will be considered by the Director of DMin Studies on a case-by-case basis.

Seminars from other research-based doctoral programs may be considered for transfer into the program. In order to transfer credits from another institution, the applicant must complete the application process and be accepted into PhD Studies at SEBTS. Only seminars which fit within the student’s PhD curriculum will be eligible for transfer.

Students can apply for a transcript evaluation here to determine if credit from other institutions can be transferred in for credit toward their degree. Only comparable-level courses will be transferred that appear on a student’s official transcript with a grade of C- or better for undergraduate and graduate coursework or a grade of B- or better for advanced/doctoral coursework. Course work taken at non-accredited institutions will not be accepted, except in cases where an articulation agreement with the institution has been established. Students cannot transfer in credits from other institutions during the final semester at Southeastern. Except in rare circumstances, students will not be permitted to enroll in transfer courses elsewhere if the course in question is already being offered in the same term.

The CR grade is used for transfer credits and advanced standing credits; does not affect the student’s GPA.

A completed immunization record with all vaccinations required by the state of North Carolina (North Carolina State Health Department standards require that a completed immunization record be received by Southeastern.) Official transcript(s) from where you received your undergraduate degree and all other post-secondary (undergraduate) schools you wish to transfer credit from.

Only credits in a subject appropriate to the student’s degree program at Southeastern will be transferred. This means that up to 2/3 of the degree’s credits may consist of transfer credits, SCP credits, or other advanced standing credits.

A nonrefundable application fee of $40 A completed criminal background check Credit-Only status, permitting up to 30 hours of transferable credit work from the Seminary, is available to those who properly apply and qualify for admission.

Non-credit to credit transfer credits cannot be applied to the MDiv (Advanced)ᵈˡ . Southeastern Collegiate Partnership (SCP) The

The Associate in Engineering Science Degree is designed to provide graduates with transfer credits to a baccalaureate engineering degree program. Degree can complete all of the general education requirements at Rock Valley College, they may be required by the program prerequisites at the transfer school to take three years to complete the baccalaureate engineering program.

Credits earned at other institutions will be evaluated by the Registrar’s Office for transferability. Applicants may be required to provide a copy of the transfer institution’s catalog. For information on Transfer Credit Policies, see Undergraduate Transfer of Credits below.

Reverse Transfer Credit Reverse transfer credit is a program designed for students who attended a community college and then transferred to a university without earning their associate’s degree. Credits successfully completed at a university may be transferable back to your community college and used to determine if these courses will satisfy any remaining degree requirements for your associate’s degree. This is similar to the process on how credits transferred from your community college to a university - just in reverse. The community college will evaluate your university work and determine if credits taken at the University will fulfill any and all remaining requirements for your associate’s degree. All Illinois public universities and Rockford University participate in this partnership with Rock Valley College.

Graduate students who have completed undergraduate courses in the area of biblical studies/Christian studies at an accredited institution may request to have their transcripts evaluated by the Registrar’s Office for eligibility . Eligible students are given two options: SCP Exams : Students are permitted to take exams at a reduced tuition cost to demonstrate subject area competency and receive advanced standing credit for core graduate courses. Therefore, only 2/3 of a degree’s credits may consist of the sum of SCP credits, advanced standing credits (including MDiv (Advanced)ᵈˡ prerequisites), and/or transfer credits. Therefore, Masters by Exception (MBE) students would not be eligible for SCP credit by examination or course replacement. MDiv (Advanced)ᵈˡ Students: Due to the number of advanced standing hours they already receive via admissions prerequisites, Advanced MDiv students are not eligible to take SCP Exams for advanced standing credit. If the student receives an A or B in Greek or Hebrew 3, they will receive Advanced Standing for Greek or Hebrew 1 and 2. Failure to receive an A or B in Greek or Hebrew 3 will result in the student being required to take Greek or Hebrew 1 and 2. Back to top.

Students are invited to contact the Registrar’s Office ( registrar@sebts.edu ) for more information about the following curricular details: Because these admission prerequisites grant advanced standing towards the MDiv Core, thus shortening the degree plan, Advanced MDiv students are not eligible to receive Southeastern Collegiate Partnership (SCP) credits by exam. Instead, where eligible for SCP credit by exam, students would only be eligible to course replace with an upper level course of the same prefix. While Advanced MDiv students are ineligible for SCP credit by exam or any other form of advanced standing beyond the admission prerequisites, they are still eligible to transfer in graduate credits and should consult the Academic Policies section of the catalog regarding credit transfer processes and policies.

Transfer Credit Limits: Undergraduate students must complete a minimum of 25% of their degree’s credits through Judson College in order to graduate. This means that up to 75% of the degree’s credits may consist of transfer credits, Credits for Prior Learning (e.g., CLEP, AP, etc.), or advanced standing credits. Credit for Prior Learning Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) includes transfer credits for military courses and experience, credit by examination, and self-paced online general education courses. CPL transfer credits may only apply as electives. Transfer credits from general education courses offered by online learning platforms (e.g., SOPHIA Learning, Straighterline, Study.com, etc.) are limited to a total of 9 credit hours and are limited to MAT/Math and SCI/Science elective credits. See the Undergraduate Admissions Policies page for credit by examination transfer equivalencies. Students may be awarded a maximum of 30 hours of credit by examination.

Transfer Credit Limits: Undergraduate students must complete a minimum of 25% of their degree’s credits through Judson College in order to graduate. This means that up to 75% of the degree’s credits may consist of transfer credits, Credits for Prior Learning (e.g., CLEP, AP, etc.), or advanced standing credits. Credit for Prior Learning Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) includes transfer credits for military courses and experience, credit by examination, and self-paced online general education courses. CPL transfer credits may only apply as electives. Transfer credits from general education courses offered by online learning platforms (e.g., SOPHIA Learning, Straighterline, Study.com, etc.) are limited to a total of 9 credit hours and are limited to MAT/Math and SCI/Science elective credits. Credit by Examination Judson College accepts nationally recognized Credit by Examination programs, including the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board (AP), the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), and the International Baccalaureate (IB).

SEBTS may grant an exception if the applicant has transfer credits from an accredited theological institution that establishes his or her ability to do graduate-level work. Note: Masters by Exception students are not eligible for the Southeastern Collegiate Partnership (SCP) since SCP eligibility requires completion of a bachelor’s at a regionally accredited school. Applicants with degrees from colleges or universities outside the United States will be considered on an individual basis Five confidential reference forms (non-family): 1 pastor; 2 personal character; 2 academic A graded research paper from a graduate or undergraduate course, or the GRE Writing Assessment Applicants for whom English is a second language must take the following courses depending upon their TOEFL score: Score 77-79: Require Theological English + Academic English Courses Score 80-82: Require one English course (Theological or Academic) Score 83+: No English course required

If transfer courses are not accepted after all provisions of the University Transfer Credit Guarantee are followed, the college will allow the student to take additional Rock Valley College courses, up to the number of credits not transferred, without charge for tuition and fees.