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Bucks County Community College

Newtown, Pennsylvania · IPEDS 211307

Profile

IPEDS UNITID: 211307
OPE ID: 00323900
City, state: Newtown, PA
Sector: public 2-year
Website: www.bucks.edu/
Cost rows: 7
Confidence: 2.7% from the census of this database (sha256 matches); target 90%
CollegeTransfer.Net: Transfer profile

What we hold

Section	Held	Fields filled	Catalog editions	Loaded	Note
Catalogs	2	shared_from_organization_id 0 of 2 · catalog_id 2 of 2 · organization_id 2 of 2
Programs	3	Credits 0 of 3 · CIP 2 of 3 · Program 3 of 3 · Award 3 of 3 · Edition 3 of 3 · Source 3 of 3	2025-2026	2026-10-04
Checklists	3	Credits 0 of 3 · Program 3 of 3 · Award 3 of 3 · Edition 3 of 3 · Source 3 of 3	2025-2026	2026-10-04
Courses	203	Description 28 of 203 · Credits 36 of 203 · Title 187 of 203 · Edition 187 of 203 · Code 203 of 203 · Subject 203 of 203 · Source 203 of 203	2025-2026	2026-10-04	Serve loaded 187 rows; 203 held
Policies	25	Title 11 of 25 · Section 25 of 25 · Text 25 of 25 · Edition 25 of 25 · Source 25 of 25	2025-2026 · 2026	2026-10-04	Serve loaded 24 rows; 25 held
Agreements	0				Harvested, none found · Harvest
Pathways	0			2026-10-04	Harvested, none found · Harvest
Comparability	44	Exam code 0 of 44 · Condition 0 of 44 · As printed 0 of 44 · Credits 43 of 44 · Exam 44 of 44 · Source 44 of 44	2025-2026 · 2026	2026-10-04	Serve loaded 46 rows; 44 held
Frameworks	—				Gathered, not harvested · Harvest
Certifications	—				Gathered, not harvested · Harvest
References	—				Gathered, not harvested · Harvest
Accreditation	—				No harvest reader yet · Harvest
Academic calendar	—				No harvest reader yet · Harvest

Catalogs 2

Edition	Format	Source	Captured
2025-2026	pdf	www.bucks.edu	2026-09-11T22:42:41.099461800+00:00
	html	www.bucks.edu	2026-09-11T22:50:21.901662400+00:00

Programs 3

Program	Award	CIP	Edition	Source
Associate of Science in Nursing	Associate of Science	51.3801	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
Historic Preservation	Certificate	30.1201	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
Occupational	Certificate		2025-2026	www.bucks.edu

Checklists 3

Checklist	Award	Edition	Requirements
Associate of Science in Nursing	Associate of Science	2025-2026	1 groups · 1 items
Historic Preservation	Certificate	2025-2026	1 groups · 1 items
Occupational	Certificate	2025-2026	11 groups · 13 items

Courses 203

Subject	Courses	Note
AA	71
ACCT	1
BIOL	1
CER	27
CISC	5
CLTR	1
COMM	2
COMP	3
CRIJ	2
ECON	2
FREN	2
GEOG	1
GRMN	2
HIST	11
HLTH	4
HOSP	1
HUMN	10
LITR	8
MATH	6
MEDA	1
MGMT	7
MKTG	1
MUSC	1
NURS	1
OADM	1
PHIL	2
POLI	1
PSYC	4
SOCI	2
SPAN	2
VACV	2
VAFA	11
VAFW	3
VAGD	1
VAPH	2
WMST	1

Policies 25

Title	Section	Text	Edition	Source
	credit_by_exam	Under this program, the College grants credit and advanced placement to students with completed college-level courses in approved secondary schools with a score of three (3) or better in the Advanced Placement Tests of the CEEB.	2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	• Obsolete Majors Earning Credits Credits may be earned by successfully completing a course, by demonstrating an acceptable level of proficiency via credit by examination where available, through credit for life learning experience, advanced placement, transfer of credits, or through other methods which might be developed by the College.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	prior_learning	Prior Learning Assessment The Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Program can help you attain equivalent credit for the college-level learning you have achieved outside the traditional college classroom. Note that equivalent credit is not awarded for experience, but for learning that matches a particular course in your Bucks Program of Study. Follow these Steps to Get Started 1. Compare your required courses with your prior learning by viewing your Program of Study.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	• Admissions Policy • Applying for Admission • High School Enrichment Program • Dual Enrollment • Accessibility Office • International Student Applicants • Senior Citizens • Residency Verification • Advanced Placement • Evaluation of Transfer Credits • Evaluation of Military Experience • Foreign College or University Experience • Supplemental External Credits • Supplemental Internal Credits • Prior Learning Assessment Program • Shared Majors Admissions Policy Any person may apply for admission to Bucks County Community College.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	• A student can obtain no more than 30 transfer credits from all outside sources, including Advanced Placement and Prior Learning Assessment (PLA), for Associate programs. • Only grades of "C" or better or grades of 70% by permission of the area dean will be considered for potential transfer credit. • Courses are considered for transfer credit as they relate to the student's program of study. • Developmental coursework will not be accepted for transfer credit. • Proficiency courses (those which produce "pass" or "satisfactory" grades) will not be accepted for transfer credit. • Courses taken at some institutions without regional accreditation may not be accepted for transfer credit through traditional means but may be reviewed through the Office of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). • Military transcripts are evaluated for potential transferability through PLA.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	Individuals who previously attended another college or university may be eligible for an exemption from Placement Testing. Applicants with Previous College Experience Transfer students must have an official copy of their transcripts sent and submit a Request for Evaluation in order to obtain transfer credits.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	Any faxes, photocopies, or documents in opened envelopes are considered "unofficial" and cannot be accepted for transfer credit.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	Evaluation of Transfer Credits To have credits from prior colleges and universities evaluated, students must provide an official transcript to the Registrar's Office. Unofficial and/or "student copy" transcripts will not be accepted for credit transfer; however, they can be reviewed for possible assessment testing waivers and/or prerequisite course waivers. Upon receipt of a Transcript Evaluation Request, Bucks County Community College will evaluate parallel work completed at accredited post-secondary institutions for potential transfer credit. • Students seeking transfer credit should first submit an Application for Admission to the College. Policies related to transfer credits and transcript evaluations: • A student can obtain no more than 30 transfer credits from all outside sources (including AP Course Credit and Prior Learning Assessment) for Associate programs. • Only grades of "C" or better or grades of 70% by permission of the area dean will be considered for potential transfer credit. Grades of C- and below are not eligible for transfer credit. • Courses are considered for transfer credit as they relate to the student's program of study.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	• Developmental coursework will not be accepted as transfer credits. • Proficiency courses (those which produce "pass" or "satisfactory" grades) will not be accepted as transfer credits. • Courses taken at some institutions without regional accreditation may not be accepted for transfer credit through traditional means. Schools that are vocational or technical in nature without regional accreditation are reviewed through the Office of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) for potential life experience credit. • Coursework previously determined for equivalencies can be viewed at the Pennsylvania Transfer and Articulation Center or CollegeTransfer.Net, but all coursework presented will be considered based on the above criteria. • The Registrar’s Office is responsible for consideration of incoming transfer credit. Concerns or questions regarding transfer credits should be directed to the Registrar at registrar@bucks.edu or 215-968-8000 option #1. For more information about transferring to Bucks County Community College, please read our FAQs for Transfer Students.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	The Office of Prior Learning will be notified when the military transcript has been received by the Admissions Office.The Office of Prior Learning with then reach out to the student. Supplemental External Credits For students who are seeking to transfer college credits to Buck, the following general policies apply: • A student can obtain no more than 30 transfer credits from all outside sources, including Advanced Placement and PLA, for Associate programs. • Only grades of "C" or better or grades of 70% by permission of the area dean will be considered for potential transfer credit. • Courses are considered for transfer credit as they relate to the student's program of study. • Developmental coursework will not be accepted for transfer credit. • Proficiency courses (those which produce "pass" or "satisfactory" grades) will not be accepted for transfer credit. • Courses taken at some institutions without regional accreditation may not be accepted for transfer credit through traditional means but may be reviewed through the Office of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). These internal credits may be earned through Portfolio Assessment (LE), Credit by Examination through division examinations (CREX), the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), and the DSST Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support Section 4: 45	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	prior_learning	Scores at or above the minimum will lead to equivalent credit for the associated Bucks course, but no letter grade will be awarded. Students should feel free to contact the Office of Prior Learning Assessment directly with any questions and/or concerns regarding challenging courses by examination. Students who have successfully completed instruction and training programs outside the traditional college classroom may be eligible to pursue equivalent credit via this PLA pathway, which evaluates these programs.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	Total credits attempted include grades of F, Withdrawals (W), and Incompletes (I) and Transfer Credits (TR).	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	• Personal Enrichment: o Students who at the time of application indicated they are enrolling at Bucks solely for personal enrichment (not seeking a degree or certificate program, or taking a course to transfer credit) are not required to take Placement Tests, unless they are enrolling as a full-time student or in courses that specifically require Placement Tests.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
	transfer_credit	Additionally, transfer credit limits and program-specific requirements vary by institution. The PA Transfer Credit Framework was developed among these universities and PA community colleges. This Framework allows students to transfer up to 30 credits of foundation courses from Bucks County Community College to any of the PASSHE universities or other PA community colleges and have those courses count toward graduation.	2025-2026	www.bucks.edu
Catalog	transfer_credit	— College Information — Admissions — Supplemental External Credits Supplemental External Credits For students who are seeking to transfer college credits to Buck, the following general policies apply: A student can obtain no more than 30 transfer credits from all outside sources, including Advanced Placement and PLA, for Associate programs. Only grades of "C" or better or grades of 70% by permission of the area dean will be considered for potential transfer credit. Courses are considered for transfer credit as they relate to the student's program of study. Developmental coursework will not be accepted for transfer credit. Proficiency courses (those which produce "pass" or "satisfactory" grades) will not be accepted for transfer credit. Courses taken at some institutions without regional accreditation may not be accepted for transfer credit through traditional means but may be reviewed through the Office of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA). Admissions Policy Applying for Admission Dual Enrollment Senior Citizens Residency Verification Advanced Placement Evaluation of Transfer Credits Evaluation of Military Experience Foreign College or University Experience	2026	www.bucks.edu
Catalog	transfer_credit	For students who are seeking to transfer college credits to Bucks, should review the evaluation of transfer credits policies.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Catalog	transfer_credit	Personal Enrichment : Students who at the time of application indicated they are enrolling at Bucks solely for personal enrichment (not seeking a degree or certificate program, or taking a course to transfer credit) are not required to take Placement Tests, unless they are enrolling as a full-time student or in courses that specifically require Placement Tests.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Catalog	transfer_credit	Admissions Policy Applying for Admission Dual Enrollment Senior Citizens Residency Verification Advanced Placement Evaluation of Transfer Credits Evaluation of Military Experience	2026	www.bucks.edu
Catalog	transfer_credit	— College Information — Admissions — Evaluation of Transfer Credits Evaluation of Transfer Credits To have credits from prior colleges and universities evaluated, students must provide an official transcript to the Registrar's Office. To inquire on a transcript evaluation or to request one, please email waivers@bucks.edu . Unofficial and/or "student copy" transcripts will not be accepted for credit transfer; however, they can be reviewed for possible assessment testing waivers and/or prerequisite course waivers. Students seeking transfer credit should first submit an Application for Admission to the College . Next, students must request that an official copy of their transcript(s) be sent from their previous institution(s) to Bucks County Community College. If sending your official transcript electronically, please have it sent to waivers@bucks.edu . Policies related to transfer credits and transcript evaluations : A student can obtain no more than 30 transfer credits from all outside sources (including AP Course Credit and Prior Learning Assessment ) for Associate programs. Only grades of "C" or better or grades of 70% by permission of the area dean will be considered for potential transfer credit. Grades of C- and below are not eligible for transfer credit. Courses are considered for transfer credit as they relate to the student's program of study. Developmental coursework will not be accepted as transfer credits. Proficiency courses (those which produce "pass" or "satisfactory" grades) will not be accepted as transfer credits. Courses taken at some institutions without regional accreditation may not be accepted for transfer credit through traditional means. Schools that are vocational or technical in nature without regional accreditation are reviewed through the Office of Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) for potential life experience credit. Coursework previously determined for equivalencies can be viewed at the Pennsylvania Transfer and Articulation Center or CollegeTransfer.Net , but all coursework presented will be considered based on the above criteria. The Registrar’s Office is responsible for consideration of incoming transfer credit. Concerns or questions regarding transfer credits should be directed to the Registrar at registrar@bucks.edu or 215-968-8000 option #1. For more information about transferring to Bucks County Community College, please read our FAQs for Transfer Students . For details regarding transferring out of Bucks to another institution, please review the Transfer + Planning webpage, or call 215-968-8031 to make an appointment with a transfer counselor.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Challenge by Examination (CBE)	prior_learning	Scores at or above the minimum will lead to equivalent credit for the associated Bucks course, but no letter grade will be awarded. Students should feel free to contact the Office of Prior Learning Assessment directly with any questions and/or concerns regarding challenging courses by examination.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Evaluation of Non-Collegiate Instruction	prior_learning	Students who have successfully completed instruction and training programs outside the traditional college classroom may be eligible to pursue equivalent credit via this PLA pathway, which evaluates these programs. Students should feel free to contact the Office of Prior Learning Assessment directly with any questions and/or concerns regarding challenging courses by the evaluation of non-collegiate instruction.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Fourth Semester	transfer_credit	No more than twenty credits of the Computing electives may be gained by transfer, PLA, credit by examination, LLEAP, or other sources.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE)	transfer_credit	The PA Transfer Credit Framework was developed among these universities and PA community colleges. This Framework allows students to transfer up to 30 credits of foundation courses from Bucks County Community College to any of the PASSHE universities or other PA community colleges and have those courses count toward graduation.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Prior Learning Assessment Program	prior_learning	Prior Learning Assessment Program &zwnj;Bucks County Community College (Bucks) recognizes that students enter the College from a variety of backgrounds and experiences, some of which may involve college-level learning. The College is committed to providing pathways for students to proceed along smooth transitions without delays, duplication of courses, or loss of credit. As such, the College maintains a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Program in order that students will be afforded the assessment methods by which they can document their college-level learning and pursue equivalent credit toward courses in their Program of Study.	2026	www.bucks.edu
Student Life	transfer_credit	Find Campus Services Accessibility - TAO Admissions Advising Basic Needs Bookstore Career + Job Resources Catalog Collegiate Recovery Program Counseling Dining ESL Programs Financial Aid Fitness and Wellness IT Help Desk KEYS Program Library Media Lab Perkins Prior Learning Assessment Registrar Security + Safety Success Advocates Testing Transfer + Planning Tutoring Veteran Resources Faculty + Staff Resources MyBucks Office 365 Canvas Faculty Center Faculty Online Resources Professional Development Get Involved Arts + Entertainment Athletics Bucks+ Calendar + News Event Tickets Lectures + Conferences	2026	www.bucks.edu

Comparability 44

Exam	Credits	Source
AP		www.bucks.edu
CLEP	4	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	6	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	6 (plus 6 for FREN110/111)	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	6	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	6 (plus 6 for GRMN110/111)	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3 (plus 3 for LITR205)	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3 (plus 3 for LITR231)	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	6	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	6 (plus 6 for SPAN110/111)	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	4	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	4	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	4	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	4 (plus 4 for MATH140)	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
CLEP	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu
DSST	3	www.bucks.edu

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Mission statement: Not in our database
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Pathways: Harvested, none found · Harvest
Frameworks: Gathered, not harvested · Harvest
Certifications: Gathered, not harvested · Harvest
References: Gathered, not harvested · Harvest
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