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However, if a student provides proof of ACT or SAT scores within the last 5 years that meet or exceed prescribed cut-offs or appropriate transfer credit, it may exempt them from placement testing.

test scores; or Cs or better in ENGL029 or ENGL030 and/or ENGL034 or ENGL035, as required; or transfer credits meeting or surpassing ENGL101 prereqs.

Credit for Prior Learning Students may be granted academic credit based on prior learning, potentially reducing the number of classes needed to complete a degree or certificate. Students who wish to learn more about options for transferring credit from another college or university, College Level Examination Program (CLEP), Credit by Examination, Credit for Work or Life Experience, Articulation Agreements, or the Advanced Placement (AP) Program, etc. should refer to the Transfer to BC3 section of the website. Transfer of Credit The Records and Registration Office in consultation with the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, and academic deans, will review incoming transfer of credits. Transfer credit accepted toward the students’ academic programs vary depending on the academic program selected. Official transcripts or test scores can be sent through a secure, electronic third-party system from institution to institution or by postal mail in a sealed envelope from the college/university, College Board, or organization. Credits will be accepted when earned in degree programs at regionally accredited (e.g. Middle States, etc.) and/or degree-granting institutions. Print (opens a new window) Help (opens a new window) T © Butler County Community College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. 107 College Drive Butler, PA 16002 724-287-8711  Facebook  Twitter  Instagram  YouTube  LinkedIn Resources Newsroom BC3 Alerts Directory Job Openings BC3 Calendar Online Privacy Statement Nondiscrimination Policy Title XI FERPA Student Consumer Information Website Feedback Back to Top All catalogs © 2026 Butler County Community College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .

*Institutional credits (developmental and preparatory courses), transfer credits, and pass/fail courses do not count toward academic honors.

Nursing, R.N. - Advanced Standing, A.A.S Nursing, R.N. - Advanced Standing (208AS) Associate of Applied Science Degree The Nursing Program at Butler County Community College is a two-year academically-based program that prepares the graduate to provide and manage direct care to individual clients and their families; and to function as an effective member of the health care team. The graduate is also educated to be a contributing member of the discipline of nursing, committed to professional growth, continuous learning, and self-development. Graduates are eligible to take the licensing examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program prepares the graduate for employment as a registered professional nurse in a variety of community-based health care settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other comparable agencies. Professional Licensure Information