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The College can accept college transcripts showing completion of an associate degree or higher in lieu of an official high school transcript, but an official transcript showing high school completion or equivalency is required for all students seeking financial aid and for veterans' benefits requirements. Transcripts from other colleges or universities are required to verify prerequisite coursework and to award transfer credit.

The College may be allowed to enroll individuals with specific types of visas who are not permanent residents. TRANSFER STUDENTS (Previous College Credit) Students who have previously attended another college should submit official transcripts from ALL institutions they have attended to receive transfer credit. Recent academic credits from a college or university still operating on a quarter system may be eligible for transfer consideration on a course-by-course basis.

TRANSITION PROGRAM LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) TO REGISTERED NURSE (RN) ADMISSIONS POLICY A transition program has been designed for Licensed Practical Nurses seeking to enter the Associate Degree Nursing program with advanced standing.

Early college allows rising high school 9th graders to earn up to two years of college credit within five years, which includes high school courses needed to meet North Carolina graduation requirements; and college courses to meet requirements of an associate degree or college transferable credit.

• All accepted applicable transfer credits are included in the 67% calculation.

When calculating the 150% MTF to completion, the following must be taken into consideration: • All accepted applicable transfer credit hours are included in the 150% calculation.

• When a student repeats courses they have previously received credit for through successful completion or transfer credit, Pell grant funds may only be used one time and only if it is possible to improve the course grade – (See Course Repeat Policy).

Transfer credit awarded for courses TC completed at another institution with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.

Students may request a Credit by Examination to demonstrate their knowledge and skills of a prerequisite or corequisite course (see Credit by Examination procedures). Transfer credit does not replace previous course grades.

Credit awarded for professional certification is considered transfer credit and is not transferrable to other institutions. CREDIT BY EXAMINATION Students may earn credit for eligible courses by demonstrating proficiency in the course learning outcomes through a comprehensive examination. Credit by examination provides qualified students with the opportunity to receive academic credit without enrolling in or completing the course. Students may be eligible for credit by examination if they have completed relevant prior coursework, possess documented work experience demonstrating the required competencies, or hold a current professional license or industry certification aligned with the course outcomes. Credit by examination is available only for courses required in a student's program of study and for which all prerequisites have been satisfied. Students may earn credit by examination for no more than 25% of the credit hours required in a diploma or associate degree program or for one course in a certificate program. Career and College Promise (CCP) students may earn college credit through credit by examination but may not be used to satisfy high school dual-credit requirements. Students interested in pursuing credit by examination should consult their faculty advisor to determine eligibility, submit the required documentation, and complete the institutional approval process.

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

Transfer of Advanced Placement (AP) course credit Advanced Placement (AP) course credits, awarded for a score of three or higher, are acceptable as part of a students successfully completed AFA in Music degree under the AFA in Music to BM.

Transfer of Advanced Placement (AP) course credit Advanced Placement (AP) course credits, awarded for a score of three or higher, are acceptable as part of a student's successfully completed Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree under the ICAA.

Transfer of Advanced Placement (AP) Course Credit Advanced Placement (AP) course credits, awarded for a score of three or higher, are acceptable as part of a student's successfully completed Associate in Arts (AA) or Associate in Science (AS) degree under the CAA.

Appropriate the following must be taken into consideration: documentation supporting the student’s claims All accepted applicable transfer credit must be submitted with the appeal.

Course substitutions require • When a student repeats courses they have formal approval and must be on record previously received credit for through with the Director of Admissions/Registrar’s successful completion or transfer credit, Office.

prerequisite or corequisite course (see Credit by Examination procedures).

NUR or SUR courses taken at other institutions will be evaluated by the Dean of Allied Health

• When a student repeats courses they have previously received credit for through successful completion or transfer credit, Pell grant funds may only be used one time and only if it is possible to improve the course grade – (See Course Repeat Policy).

TP2 a student is awarded transfer credit for TP3 a RISE transition course tier.

Students may credit hours in the summer, with the approval request a Credit by Examination to of their academic advisor. Transfer credit does not additional information, contact the Financial replace previous course grades.

A student may continue to attempt considered for credit by examination. Veterans who wish to complete the Credit by Examination repeat a course, for which a passing grade has Request form. • Approval to exempt a course by Credit awarded for professional certification is examination is considered if the student considered transfer credit and is not can show one of the following: transferrable to other institutions.

Students who have previously attended another college should submit official International students must provide transcripts from ALL institutions they have documentation of their legal status prior to attended to receive transfer credit. Recent READMISSION TO THE COLLEGE academic credits from a college or Previously enrolled students who seek to enroll university still operating on a quarter aLer being out for two (2) or more consecutive system may be eligible for transfer semesters, excluding the summer semester, are consideration on a course-by-course basis.

Academic Progress for information regarding Transfer credit awarded for courses GPA requirements for Satisfactory Academic TC completed at another institution with a Progress.

When calculating the 150% MTF to completion, the following must be taken into consideration: All accepted applicable transfer credit hours are included in the 150% calculation. All accepted applicable transfer credits are included in the 67% calculation.

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.

When calcula�ng the 150% MTF to comple�on, the following must be taken into considera�on: All accepted applicable transfer credit hours are included in the 150% calcula�on.

When calculating the 150% MTF to completion, the following must be taken into consideration: All accepted applicable transfer credit hours are included in the 150% calculation.

Credit by Examination Credit by examination may be allowed for a specific course if the student can demonstrate subject matter proficiency that is equal to or greater than the proficiency they would have achieved if they had taken and completed the actual course. The following should be noted when considering requests for Credit by Examination: Wilson Community College does not guarantee transferability of credit by examination earned at WCC to any other institution. Students should contact the college or university to which they intend to transfer to determine that institution’s policy regarding the acceptance of credit by exam grades. Developmental courses (any course that has 0 as the first number in the 3-digit course number) and courses with a clinical component are not eligible for credit by examination. To successfully earn credit by exam, the student must pass a comprehensive exam based on standards set by the department, which is a grade of C or higher. Credit by Exam credit will not be calculated in a student’s GPA. A student who fails, audits, withdraws, or is withdrawn from a course is not eligible to earn credit by examination. To earn credit by exam, the student must initiate the process with their advisor and the instructor responsible for the credit by exam course. The instructor will complete a Credit by Exam Request Form and submit it to the Vice President for Academic Affairs/CAO.

B. A student may enroll in both a College Transfer pathway and a Career Technical Education pathway; C. A student who completes a College Transfer pathway while still enrolled in high school may continue to earn college transfer credits leading to the Buros Mental Measurements completion of Associate in Arts, Yearbook; AND Associate in Science, Associate in Arts in Teacher Preparation, Associate in Demonstrate college readiness in Science in Teacher Preparation, English, reading and math on an

Transfer credit does not replace previous course grades. Substitutions request a Credit by Examination to must be recommended by the advisor and demonstrate their knowledge and skills of a 88 approved by the Dean and the Vice President

Transfer credit does not replace previous course grades.

Credit awarded for professional certification is considered transfer credit and is not transferrable to other institutions.

Students who receive a grade below “C” considered transfer credit and is not on a curriculum course may repeat the course transferrable to other institutions. Transfer credit does not replace previous course grades.

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION Students may earn credit for eligible courses by demonstrating proficiency in the course learning outcomes through a comprehensive examination. Credit by examination provides qualified students with the opportunity to receive academic credit without enrolling in or completing the course. Requests may be submitted regardless of whether the course is offered during the term; however, if the course is scheduled during the requested term, the request must be approved and the examination completed before the first day of class. Students may be eligible for credit by examination if they have completed relevant prior coursework, possess documented work experience demonstrating the required competencies, or hold a current professional license or industry certification aligned with Credit by examination is available only for courses required in a student's program of study and for which all prerequisites have been satisfied. Developmental courses, courses with clinical components, and courses in which the student has previously earned a failing grade, audited, or withdrawn are not eligible. Students may earn credit by examination for no more than 25% of the credit hours required in a diploma or associate degree program or for one course in a certificate program. A challenge examination may be attempted only once. To receive credit, students must earn a minimum grade of C on the examination. Credit awarded through examination is recorded as non-course credit and does not affect the student's grade point average (GPA). Credit earned by examination is not guaranteed to transfer to other institutions and may affect eligibility for Veterans Administration (VA) educational benefits or Title IV financial aid. Career and College Promise (CCP) students may earn college credit through credit by examination but may not be used to satisfy high school dual-credit requirements. Students interested in pursuing credit by examination should consult their faculty advisor to determine eligibility, submit the required documentation, and complete the institutional approval process.

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION A student seeking to exempt a course by examination can do so by following the policies and procedures below: The approval and examination process for exempting a course must be completed prior to the first day of the semester in the semester for which the exemption is being sought. Developmental courses (any course that has 0 as the first number in the 3-digit course number) cannot be considered for credit by examination. A student seeking approval for credit by examination must register for the class, make the request with their advisor, and complete the Credit by Examination Request form. When the Credit by Examination Request form has been denied or approved, the advisor will inform the student. Upon approval, the student will arrange a time with the instructor to take the exam. The student must be enrolled in the course until the challenge exam has been completed. Upon successful completion of the exam must be recommended by the advisor, and be the instructor will submit an approved by the Curriculum Dean and the Vice 86 Exempt/Change of Grade Approval form

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION A student seeking to exempt a course by examination can do so by following the policies and procedures below: The approval and examination process for exempting a course must be completed prior to the first day of the semester in the semester for which the exemption is being sought. Developmental courses (any course that has 0 as the first number in the 8 through their advisor. If the advisor is not the faculty member teaching the challenged course, the request must be evaluated and approved by the teaching faculty. Documentation of previous coursework demonstrating competencies, or a job description for work experience will be required. 9

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION A student seeking to exempt a course by examination can do so by following the policies and procedures below: The approval and examination process for exempting a course must be completed prior to the first day of the semester in the semester for which the exemption is being sought. Developmental courses (any course that has 0 as the first number in the 83

Any NUR or SUR courses taken at other institutions will be evaluated by the Dean of Allied Health

Be enrolled in a curriculum program to which the credit will directly apply; and Request a prior learning assessment consistent with the procedures outlined in the WCC Credit for Prior Learning Handbook. Apprenticeship Wilson Community College recognizes registered apprenticeships for Credit for Prior Learning. Credit for Prior Learning may be awarded based upon evaluation by qualified faculty in the student’s declared program of study or via approved System-Wide Credit Articulations. Credit awarded for professional certification is considered transfer credit and is not transferable to other institutions.

College Transfer Pathways (CTP) Information College Transfer Pathways (CTP): designed to earn guaranteed transferable credit within the UNC System of public colleges and universities and many private institutions, with a “C” or higher.

eligibility require that grades earned in all developmental courses must be included in a TP1 Transfer of Tier Grade – assigned when TP2 a student is awarded transfer credit for student’s financial aid GPA, while such grades TP3 a RISE transition course tier.

Exempt – assigned when a student EX completes a course through the credit by exam process. Transfer credit awarded for courses TC completed at another institution with a student’s satisfactory academic progress.

Students interested in applying for Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) should complete the following steps: Determine if prior relevant work-related experience may equate to college-level coursework by reviewing the current Wilson Community College (WCC) catalog and the course requirements for your degree, diploma, or certificate program and identify specific courses to request CPL. CPL may be awarded through the following methods: Apprenticeship State or Industry Recognized Credentials Continuing Education to Curriculum Credit NC High School to Community College Articulation Agreements Military Education and Training Standardized Examinations Credit by Examination

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.

Transcripts from other colleges or universities are required to verify prerequisite coursework and to award transfer credit.

Transcripts from other colleges or universi�es are required to verify prerequisite course work and to award transfer credit.

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

TP1 Transfer of Tier Grade – assigned when TP2 a student is awarded transfer credit for GRADING SYSTEM TP3 a RISE transition course tier.

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.

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.