CEP
Student
Handbook
Purdue University North Central
Concurrent Enrollment
Program
COMMIT
SUCCEED
GRADUATE
Table of Contents
PNC Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP)
Program Overview…………………………………………………………………………………………………...Page 3
Contacts...……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 5
General Information………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 6
Admission Criteria
Am I a PNC Student?
Do I have a Student ID Number?
Do I need to provide my Social Security Number?
How do I receive my Username and Password?
How do I register for my CEP courses?
What student resources are available to me?
College Credit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 8
What is the difference between high school and college credit?
What are course pre-requisites?
How to CEP courses meet PNC degree requirements?
How do I get my CEP credits transferred to another college/university?
How do CEP credits transfer to public colleges/universities in Indiana?
What is the Core Transfer Library?
How do CEP courses transfer to private or out-of-state colleges/universities?
How do I know if my credits will count toward my intended major?
What is the difference between AP and CEP credits?
Grades…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 11
How are my grades recorded?
What happens if I do poorly in class?
What is the grading scale?
Computer Accounts…………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 13
How do I access/activate my student account?
What information is available through my student account?
Tuition…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..Page 14
What is the cost?
Is there any financial assistance?
When will I receive a statement?
How do I pay?
Are there payment options?
Dropping a Course………………………………………………………………………………………………….Page 16
How do I drop a course?
What is the deadline for dropping a course?
Will I get a refund if I drop the course?
How will my refund be sent to me?
Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct……………………………………………………..…….Page 17
Where can I find information about my student rights?
What is academic misconduct?
Glossary of Terms……………………………………………………………………………………………….….Page 18
Campus Map and Driving Directions………………………………………………………………………….Page 22
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Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) Overview
History of Purdue North Central Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Program
(CEP)
Purdue North Central has offered Dual Credit through the Superior High School Student
Program for many years. These qualified students would come to campus as juniors or
seniors and take courses for college credit, and the student’s high school would
determine if the course would count for high school credit as well.
Purdue North Central began a Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Program* (CEP) in
2006 by partnering with one high school, offering one course for concurrent (dual)
credit and admitting 14 students. Now seven years old in 2013, the program has grown
exponentially to 44 partnering high schools throughout ten surrounding counties. In
that time, the enrollment volume has increased to over 3300 students during the
2012/2013 academic year.
*The Concurrent Enrollment Program courses are PNC departmentally approved high school courses that
are taught in the high school, during the high school day, by a PNC approved high school teacher.
Mission Statement
The Purdue North Central CEP staff is dedicated to providing this valuable opportunity
for high school students in preparation for their college education. Our desire is to offer
you an equivalent college curriculum experience prior to your high school graduation
and acceptance at a college/university. We want to help in guiding you to choose the
best CEP courses in accordance with your choice of major, as well as your institution of
choice.
NACEP (The National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships)
NACEP is a professional organization for high schools and colleges that fosters and
supports rigorous concurrent enrollment. Established in 1999 in response to the
dramatic increase in concurrent enrollment courses throughout the country, NACEP
serves as a national accrediting body and supports all members by providing standards
of excellence, research, communication, and advocacy. Our program is dedicated to
following the highest quality of standards proposed by NACEP. We have been a
member of NACEP since 2006, and we became an accredited member May 6, 2013.
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What is Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment (CEP)?
Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Programs (CEP) provide you with an opportunity to
earn college and high school credit simultaneously. Purdue North Central CEP courses
that are offered at partnering high schools have been approved by the university to be
of equivalent quality and rigor to those same courses that are offered on the Purdue
North Central Campus. These CEP courses are taught at your high school during the
regular school day by your high school teachers, who have been approved as CEP
instructors by Purdue North Central faculty members.
What are the benefits of Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment (CEP)?
To Parents:
1.
Financial Advantages (see tuition, page 13) SAVE $$$
2.
Improved student opportunity for success in college
3.
Familiarity with university registration process, policies and procedures
To Students:
1.
Satisfies requirements for earning the Academic Honors Diploma
2.
Students are able to graduate from high school with college credits and an
established Purdue Transcript
3.
Students may complete basic college degree requirements, as well as earn
several general education requirements for college
4.
5.
6.
7.
(For an example, check the PNC Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Website -http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment -- to see how
the dual credit/CEP classes satisfy requirements in all majors at PNC
Helps with a smoother transition to college
Students become more familiar with university admission/registration process
Builds confidence for college success
Provides flexibility in college and the opportunity to graduate from college early,
study abroad, pursue a second major, seek additional internships in college,
and/or begin a graduate degree program early
What CEP Courses are available?
Purdue North Central offers 42 CEP courses for Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment to
high school students. CEP courses available to high school students vary from school to
school. You should discuss the opportunities that are available at your high school with
your high school counselor. This information is also available on our CEP webpage:
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/
What Purdue North Central CEP Courses are on the Indiana Priority Course
List?
Of the 42 CEP courses offered by Purdue North Central, 24 of the courses are on the
Indiana Priority Course List, and the tuition for these courses is $25 per credit hour.
The list of courses/fees is available on our CEP webpage:
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/
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Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) Contacts
www.dualcredit@pnc.edu
Sue Wilson
Director of School Partnerships
swilson@pnc.edu
219-785-5236
Patrick Cannon
Academic Coordinator for Concurrent Enrollment
cannonp@pnc.edu
219-785-5778
John Herman
Assistant Director of High School Consortiums
hermanj@pnc.edu
219-785-5285
Jane Medley
Secty (part-time) – School Partnerships
mmedley@pnc.edu
219-785-5507
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General Information
CEP Student Admission Criteria
Students desiring to enroll for CEP courses at Purdue North Central will need to have a
3.0 grade point average (gpa). If your gpa is 2.75-2.99, we will review and consider
the following:
1.
A counselor/teacher recommendation
2.
High School Class Rank - in the upper one-third of class
3.
Score of 1500 (SAT), 21 (ACT) or higher
4.
Previous performance in similar subject areas of your CEP course(s)
Am I a PNC Student?
Yes. CEP students are admitted as non-degree seeking students at Purdue North
Central. You will receive an admission letter with important student information. Keep
this letter in a secure, easy to find place. After you graduate from high school and
attend college, you will be a beginning freshman undergraduate student. The credits
that you have earned through CEP do not make you a transfer student, but the credits
should apply to your degree program and could allow you to graduate early. If you
choose to attend Purdue North Central as well as any other college/university, you will
need to complete a new admissions undergraduate application.
Do I have a Student ID Number?
Yes. Your Student ID Number (PUID – nine or ten digits) will be sent to you in your
admissions letter and is also located on the top right corner of your Tuition Statement.
You will need your PUID and Username (see “How do I receive my username and
password?” below) to activate and access your student account, set your own
password, see your classes/semester grades and pay your tuition fees on-line. Your
PUID is your PUID for any Purdue campus, and will remain your PUID through college
and for any Purdue transcript requests. If you attend another college/university, you
will be given a Student ID Number for that institution.
Do I need to provide my Social Security Number on the application?
Social Security Numbers are required to receive tuition assistance and financial aid, and
to receive the 1098 form for tax filing purposes. The social security number is also the
most effective way to uniquely identify you for the purpose of accurately processing and
maintaining your educational records, and is restricted to internal University use:
for example, matching admission applications with SAT or ACT scores, and obtaining
transcripts after graduation. If you do not provide your Social Security number, you will
not be penalized; the university provides the Student ID Number for educational record
inquiries and processing.
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How do I receive my Username and Password?
Your Username will be sent along with your Student ID Number (PUID) in your admissions
letter. Keep this information in a safe, easy to access place. You will need your PUID and
Username to activate and access your student account, set your own password, see your
classes/semester grades, and pay your tuition fees on-line.
IMPORTANT: your password will expire every 120 days. Information regarding activating your
account and setting/re-setting your password is available on page 12.
How do I register/enroll for my CEP courses?
Applications and registration forms are available in your Guidance Office. Complete and sign the
forms, and have your parents sign the forms as well. Return the completed and signed forms
to the Guidance Office. You will need to request transcripts to be sent to Purdue North Central
either through your Guidance Office, or on-line through Parchment/Docufide. Your Guidance
Office will provide this information to you.
*Students in high schools that have on-line access will complete their admission and registration forms
on-line through the high school student portal. Parents will also need to complete their pages on the
parent portal. Your high school guidance office will have all of the deadlines and information for on-line
registration. Once the high school CEP deadline has passed, Purdue North Central will receive your
information and your file will be reviewed.
Once you have been accepted, you will be registered for the courses that you selected on the
registration form. Review the course descriptions on our website
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/
to see if there are any pre-requisites for the course that you must meet prior to being
registered for the course. If you do not meet the pre-requisites, the registration process will
not allow you to be registered for the course.
CEP tuition is not paid through your high school. A tuition statement will be sent to you
through US mail, or you can view your tuition statement on-line after you have set up your
student account using your username and PUID (Purdue University Student ID number). See
Computer Accounts on page 13, and Tuition on page 14.
For questions regarding your CEP courses, contact your guidance office or the CEP staff
(contact info is on page 5).
What student resources are available to me?
CEP students have access to the PNC Library, Student Success Center, Tutoring, Career Testing
and Development, as well as other student related services listed in the on-campus Student
Handbook on the PNC website http://www.pnc.edu/sa/connections.html. You will need to
provide your PUID (student ID number) in order to have access to any of these services, so
make sure you bring your PUID with you. If you would like a student picture ID card, you can
come to the Admissions Office in the Technology Building T-157. You will need to call ahead
(219-785-5505) to let them know you are coming, and bring your PUID.
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College Credit
What is the difference between high school and college credit?
College credit is accumulated differently than high school credit. College CEP courses are
typically three, four, or five credit hours, which is based on the number of in-class hours the
course meets each week. The number of high school credits awarded for the same class could
be one or possibly two credits, depending on your high school. Your high school guidance
counselor will be able to tell you the number of high school credits each course is worth.
*To see the number of credit hours of each CEP course offered at your high school, go to
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/
What are course pre-requisites? How do I know if I’ve met the prerequisites for the CEP course I want to take?
Pre-requisites would be the course(s) that you need to have taken before registering for a
particular course. For instance, English Composition I must be completed before registering for
English Composition II. Foreign Language courses need to have a Placement Exam taken prior
to taking an upper level Foreign Language course. Pre-requisites are listed in the list of
Approved Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment Course Descriptions” on the CEP webpage
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/
How do CEP courses meet the requirements of Purdue North Central degree
programs?
Credits earned through CEP are Purdue courses – and are entered into your student academic
record. You can check Degree Works, through the myPNC Portal to see how your CEP courses
satisfy the degree requirements at Purdue North Central. You will need your username and
student ID number to access Degree Works. http://www.pnc.edu/degreeworks/
How do I get my Purdue North Central CEP credits transferred to another
college/university?
You can request official transcripts to be sent to another college/university by completing the
Purdue Transcript Request Form by downloading, completing and sending the form to Purdue
West Lafayette by scan/email (quickest), fax, or US mail. All of the contact information is on
the form. The transcript request form website:
http://www.purdue.edu/registrar/Students/Transcripts.html Scroll down until you see the link
for the form (middle of the page). There is no fee for requesting transcripts.
If you would like to come to Purdue North Central to pick up your official transcript, you can
come to our Registrar’s Office, Schwarz Hall, Room 40. You will need to bring a picture ID.
Please call ahead to request your transcripts (219-785-5459, or 800-872-1231 X 5459), so that
your transcripts will be ready when you arrive.
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How do Purdue North Central CEP credits transfer to public
colleges/universities within the State of Indiana?
(What is the Core Transfer Library?)
Public colleges/universities within the State of Indiana have established a Core Transfer
Library (CTL). Each course included in the CTL list should transfer to any public college
or university in Indiana if an equivalent course exists and if the student has earned a
“C” or above in the course. According to the Transfer Indiana Web site
(www.TransferIn.net), “All Core Transfer Library courses will meet the general
education or free elective requirements of undergraduate degree programs, and a
significant majority of CTL courses will also count as one-on-one equivalents to courses
taught at your new campus.”
The majority of CEP courses that you may take to satisfy requirements for the Academic
Honors Diploma are listed on the Core Transfer Library. Other CEP courses still transfer
well – but it is always best to check with your college/university (admissions, registrar,
or academic advisor for your intended major) to see how CEP courses will impact your
degree program requirements.
For more information about the CTL and how the CEP courses transfer to schools
around the state, visit the Transfer Indiana website (www.TransferIn.net)
How do Purdue North Central CEP courses transfer to private or out-of-state
colleges/universities?
Public out-of-state schools generally accept CEP credit transfers, as do some private
schools. The Indiana Core Transfer Library has an on-line site available to see
how Purdue North Central courses are accepted at Indiana private schools.
To access this site, go to http://www.transferin.net/CTL.aspx Before enrolling in CEP
courses, it is your responsibility to contact the institution(s) that you are
considering to determine transferability of CEP credits.
Transfer of college credit is determined by the college/university where you are seeking
admission. Each college/university evaluates transfer courses based upon its specific
curriculum requirements and the student’s intended major. Curriculum requirements
may change at times, which means the acceptance of transfer courses may change. If
you know that you will want to transfer credit to a specific college or university, check
with the institution’s registrar’s office, office of admissions, or academic advisor of your
intended major to determine if a course will be accepted and how it will be counted
toward your intended degree requirements.
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How do I know if my credits will count toward my intended major/degree
program?
It is your responsibility to contact the institution where you want to attend to determine
how your CEP credits will count toward your intended major/degree program.
When contacting a college or university to determine how CEP credit will transfer into
your major, be sure to have the following information ready:
1.
2.
The name and number of the CEP course (ie ENGL 10100 English Composition I)
The course description (available on our website):
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/The
number of credit hours (i.e., ENGL 10100 English Composition I – 3 cr)
Be prepared to ask the following:
1.
2.
3.
Will the course fulfill a graduation requirement or be accepted for elective credit?
What is a minimum grade required for the course to transfer? (most likely it will be a
“C”, but not a “C-”)
Will you send written confirmation of what was agreed to in this conversation?
What is the difference between AP and Concurrent Enrollment credits?
Questions you May Have…..
Advanced
Placement
CEP
Is the potential to earn college credit based on a
single test score?
Yes
No
Is a university letter grade awarded and recorded for
credit at the university?
No
Yes
Are the providers held accountable to national, state
and local educational authorities?
No
Yes
Is the program managed by a post-secondary
institution with national academic accreditation/State
approval?
No
Yes
Is the instructor required to maintain collegial
interaction with a post-secondary institution faculty
liaison regarding course content?
No
Yes
Is the instructor required to be qualified to teach on
campus at Purdue North Central?
No
Yes
*For the Academic Honors Diploma, you cannot count a high school class for both AP and dual
credit/concurrent enrollment.
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Grades
How are my grades recorded?
After the end of your CEP course, your teacher will submit the final grade to Purdue North
Central’s concurrent Enrollment Program. After receiving the grades from your teacher, they
will be posted on your Purdue transcript. Your high school will also post your grade for the CEP
course on your high school transcript. CEP grades are posted to your transcript at the end of
the semester, or at the end of the academic year, depending on how the course is offered at
your high school. You can view your grades, once they have been posted, through your
student account. Final transcripts will be available in July. Report cards are not mailed to CEP
students. *You will need your PUID and Username and Password to access your student
account.
What happens if I do poorly in class?
(Dropping CEP Courses)
It is very important that you and your parents understand that enrolling in a CEP course is a
significant academic and financial commitment. Before enrolling in a Purdue North Central CEP
course, seriously consider your obligations with your parents. If you drop the CEP course from
your high school schedule, you will not automatically be dropped from the Purdue North Central
CEP course. You must contact the School Partnerships Office at Purdue North Central (see
Contacts page 5) if you withdraw from a CEP course at your high school. The timing and reason
for dropping a CEP course determines whether or not you can receive a full or partial tuition
refund.
If dropping the high school course is caused by circumstances beyond your control (i.e., illness,
moving, etc.), you or your parents should contact the School Partnerships Office at Purdue
North Central to request withdrawal and a refund. However, the School Partnership Office will
contact the high school to determine if the reason for withdrawal is cause to release you from
financial responsibility to the University.
If the reason that you withdraw from the high school CEP course is within your control (i.e.,
grade issue), you will continue to be held accountable to your academic commitment for the
college course. You will earn a grade at Purdue North Central, unless you complete withdrawal
paperwork by the withdrawal deadlines that are established by the Registrar’s Office
http://www.pnc.edu/schedule/. It is important to note that the University will expect payment
for the CEP course, and you will not be released from your financial responsibility.
*Withdrawing from CEP courses could also affect your financial aid when you graduate from
high school and enroll in college as a freshman. Take this academic commitment seriously, and
discuss all aspects with your parents.
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What is the grading scale?
A
B
C
D
E
F
highest passing grade.
(lowest grade for transferability in most circumstances)
lowest passing grade; passing minimal objectives of the course.
conditional failure; failure to achieve minimal objectives, but only to
such limited extent that credit can be obtained by examination or
otherwise without repeating the entire course. This grade represents
failure in the course unless and until the record is duly changed
within one semester. It cannot be changed to a grade higher than a
D.
failure to achieve minimal objectives of the course. The student must
repeat the course satisfactorily in order to establish credit in it.
Instructors are given the option to give +/- grades.
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Computer Accounts
How do I access/activate my student account?
To activate or access your student account, you will need your Username and Student
ID Number (PUID). Your Username will be sent along with your Student ID Number
(PUID), and Student E-mail Address in your admissions letter. Keep this information in
a safe, easy to access place. You will need your PUID and Username to activate and
access your student account, set your own password, see your classes/semester
grades, and pay your tuition fees on-line. IMPORTANT: your password will expire every
120 days.
Follow these easy steps to active your account and set your password.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Click on myPNC/PNC portal (upper right-center of the home page on the PNC website
www.pnc.edu).
If you have not created an account or need a new password, do not enter your
username in the box. Just click on the green student button, and then click on the link
to activate a new account. If you have already activated your account and need a new
password, click “change password”.
Log in with your username, last name and PUID number (needs to be 10 digits – if
yours is only 9, add a 0 at the beginning of your number), and click activate.
You will be able to set a new password and answer security questions.
Select Student Banner.
Select Manage Account and a new window will pop open.
From here you can: View your Bill, Initiate a Payment, Enroll in an Installment Payment
Plan, Create a Refund Profile (for direct deposits), Add Authorized Users to your
account, or set-up payment methods for future use.
What information is available through my student account?
Tuition statements, schedule of classes, grades and other pertinent student information
are available through your student account. You are encouraged to access your email
account regularly to receive important student information and email messages. (Your
student e-mail address is provided in your admission letter, along with your Student ID
Number (PUID) and your Username.)
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Tuition
What is the cost?
Purdue North Central CEP tuition costs are substantially less than regular undergraduate
tuition. The tuition for Priority CEP Courses, as mandated by the State of Indiana, is a
substantial 85%+ savings for CEP students in these CEP courses. Non-priority CEP
Courses are offered at a tuition rate that is set by the Purdue University Board of
Trustees in West Lafayette, which has consistently been over 50% savings over the
regular university undergraduate tuition fee. See 2013-2014 Tuition/ Fees below:
CEP Priority Courses
CEP Non-Priority Courses
PNC On-campus/Undergrad Courses
Courses
$25.00 per credit hour (no student fees or books)
$105.10 per credit hour (no student fees or books)
$217.85 per credit hour (plus student fees, lab fees
and books)
2013/2014 Tuition/Student Fees Schedule
Tuition
Student Fees
Lab Fees
Total
$75
0
0
$75
3 Credit Hours
Priority Course
(no books)
Non-Priority Course
$315.30
0
0
$315.30
(no books)
Undergrad Tuition
$653.55
$64.95
Lab Science courses:
$62.75
$100
0
0
$781.25 plus
books
4 Credit Hours
Priority Course
$100
(no books)
Non-Priority Course
$420.40
0
0
$420.40
(no books)
Undergraduate
$871.40
$86.60
Lab Science
courses: $62.75
$1020.75 plus books
(Cont. next pg)
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(Cont. from previous pg)
5 Credit Hours
Priority Course
$125
0
0
$125
(no books)
Non-Priority Course
None offered
at this time
Undergraduate
$1089.25
$108.25
Lab Science
courses: $62.75
$1260.25 plus
books and lab fees
Is there any financial assistance?
Yes. Students who qualify for the Federal Free or Reduced Lunch Program receive
100% tuition assistance. There is a question on your CEP application about your
Free/Reduced lunch states. This question needs to be answered on your application
and verified by your parent’s signature and high school guidance counselor’s signature.
If the question is unanswered, you will not receive the Free/Reduced Lunch Student
tuition assistance.
When will I receive a statement?
Typically, your tuition statement is mailed within a week after you have been registered
for your CEP course(s). The tuition statement is also available on-line through your
student account. To access your account you will need your Student Identification
Number (PUID) and your Username. These are both provided in your admission letter,
which you need to keep in a safe, easily accessible place for future use.
How do I pay?
CEP students have the same options for payment as our on-campus, undergraduate
students. You can pay on-campus (in person) at the Bursar’s Office in Schwarz Hall, by
check through US mail (check made out to Purdue North Central, addressed to Purdue
North Central, Bursar, 1401 S US 421, Westville, IN 46391; please put your PUID and
name in the memo line on the check), or on-line through your student account (to
access your account see the information above, or “How do I access/activate my
account?” on page 13). No payments are accepted by phone.
For additional question regarding payment you can view the Bursar website:
www.pnc.edu/br/
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Are there payment options?
Yes, there are convenient 4-pay and 3-pay payment plans available for you. The
information about the payment plans/deadlines for sign-up are available the Bursar
website: http://www.pnc.edu/br/payments.html. If you desire to use the payment plan,
please follow the deadlines for sign-up and payments to be able to take advantage of
the payment options and avoid late fees.
Dropping A Course
How do I drop a course?
In order to drop a CEP course, you need to contact your high school counselor and the
School Partnerships Office. There is a CEP Course Withdrawal Form on our website,
and it is also available in your high school Guidance Office. These forms must be
completed and submitted to the School Partnerships Office by email, fax or mail by the
deadlines listed below.
If the deadline has passed, and there are circumstances beyond your control (i.e.,
extended illness, moving, unexpected financial hardship, etc.) you or your parents
should contact the School Partnerships Office (see Contacts page 5) at Purdue North
Central to request withdrawal and a refund. However, the School Partnership Office will
contact the high school to determine if the reason for withdrawal is cause to release
you from financial responsibility to the University.
If the reason for the drop from the high school course is within your control, you will
continue to be held accountable to your academic commitment for the college course.
You will earn a grade at Purdue North Central, unless you complete withdrawal
paperwork by the withdrawal deadlines that are established by the Registrar’s Office. It
is important to note that the University will expect payment for the CEP course, and you
will not be released from your financial responsibility. Withdrawing from CEP courses
could also affect your financial aid when you graduate from high school and enroll in
college as a freshman. Take this academic commitment seriously, and discuss all
aspects with your parents.
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What is the deadline for dropping a course?
Refund Percentage
Period of Withdrawal
First week
Second week
Third week
Fourth week
Fifth week
Fall & Spring Semesters
100%
60%
40%
20%
0
Summer Sessions
100%
40%
0
0
0
To be eligible for a refund, students must notify the School Partnership’s Office with
appropriate information and completed withdrawal forms. Dropping/withdrawing from
a CEP course will be verified and confirmed with the high school guidance office.
How will my refund be sent to me?
Refunds will be mailed directly to the student’s primary residence provided on the
application, or the credit card account used to pay for your tuition will be credited.
Student Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct
Where can I find information about student related policies?
There are several University policies relating to students’ rights and responsibilities
which are available on our website. The webpage
http://www.pnc.edu/cd/Policy/policies.html includes links to these policies, or you can
go to the Dean of Students Office in the Library Student Faculty Building (LSF), Room
103, to request a copy of “Connections”.
What is academic misconduct?
Students are expected and required to abide by the laws of the state of Indiana and of
the United States and the rules and regulations of Purdue University, to conduct
themselves in accordance with accepted standards of social behavior, to respect the
rights of others, and to refrain from any conduct that tends to obstruct the work of the
University or to be injurious to the welfare of the University.
Examples of academic misconduct would include (but not limited to) dishonesty,
cheating, plagiarism, lying, stealing, forgery, or falsifying information.
http://www.pnc.edu/policy/
The following webpage addresses student misconduct and disciplinary actions, if
necessary: http://www.pnc.edu/policy/conduct/
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Glossary of Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP) Terms
Academic Drop – Students who do not perform at satisfactory level (2.0 GPA or above) for 2
or more semesters are dropped from the university and must sit out at least one semester
before applying for re-admission.
Academic Misconduct - Examples of academic misconduct would include (but not limited to)
dishonesty, cheating, plagiarism, lying, stealing, forgery, or falsifying information. The
following webpage addresses student misconduct and disciplinary actions, if necessary: . See
http://www.pnc.edu/policy/conduct/ “What is Academic Misconduct?” page 16
Academic Probation – Academic Probation is the academic status of a student who drops
below a 2.0 GPA in a semester. Students on academic probation will be dropped from the
university if they receive an “F” for a course the following semester.
Bursar – The Bursar Office is the college/university office where you pay for your tuition/fees.
Payment can be made on campus at the Office of the Bursar, by sending a check through US
mail, or on-line through your student account. If paying on-line, you will need your PUID
(Purdue University Student ID number) and your Username that are provided in your letter of
admission. To learn more about our Bursar Office, visit http://www.pnc.edu/br/ .
Completion Rate – In determining Financial Aid Awards, the government looks at your GPA,
and courses previously completed in a certain time frame. FYI…a “withdraw” can be as much
of a negative as an “F” when a student’s record is being reviewed for Completion Rate.
Concurrent Enrollment – Concurrent Enrollment is earning college level credits in approved
high school classes, during the high school day, at the high school, taught by approved high
school teachers.
Course Cancellation – Course cancellation would be withdrawing or dropping from your
college level course. See “Withdraw”, page 20.
Credit Hour – A credit hour is a credit in a university or college, usually representing one hour
of class per week for one term/semester.
Core Transfer Library – The Core Transfer Library houses a list of courses that have been
reviewed and approved for transferability by all public post-secondary institutions in the State of
Indiana. To view the Core Transfer Library (CTL) go to www.TransferIn.net.
Course Load – Your course load is the number of credit hours that you take each semester.
Full time for undergraduate students is 12-18 credit hours. If you take less than 12 credit
hours, you will be considered a part-time student.
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Degree Program - Your degree program is often called your “major” or your “program of
study” that you wish to pursue while in college. Many students are unsure of which degree
program to choose as they enter college, and it is not uncommon to choose “General Studies”
or “Undecided” to begin college and then select your degree program or major during your
freshman or sophomore year.
Dual Credit – Dual Credit is a means of earning both high school and college credits for the
same course by taking courses on a university campus or site, or taking concurrent courses in
the high school.
Elective Credits – Most majors have elective credits (also can be called distributed credits)
that allow the students to choose from a list of courses (sometimes in a particular subject area,
sometimes “free electives” that can be any course except one previously taken) that they can
take to satisfy a requirement for their major/degree program.
Financial Aid – Financial Aid is Federal or State money in the form of grants, scholarships, or
loans to assist in covering the cost of your education, as well as other grants and scholarships
that you may have received.
Major – Your major is the program of study that you wish to pursue while in college. Many
students are unsure of which major to choose as they enter college, and it is not uncommon to
choose “General Studies” or “Undecided” to begin college and then select your major or degree
program during your freshman or sophomore year.
Payment Plan – Through the Office of the Bursar, you can learn about the convenient
payment plan options to help in paying your tuition. Sign-up for the payment plan is done
through your student account, and you will need your PUID (Purdue University Student ID
number) and your Username, which are provided in your letter of admission.
Plagiarism – Plagiarism is the act of closely imitating or using the thoughts or words of
another author’s writing as your own, without authorization and representation of that author’s
work. See consequences for plagiarism at http://www.pnc.edu/policy/conduct/.
Plan of Study – A plan of study is developed by each department for every major/degree
program. It shows what courses are needed in your major/degree program and what
semester/year you should plan to take those courses.
Preferred Provider List – This is a list of State approved Dual Credit/Concurrent Enrollment
Programs in the State of Indiana. This list is available at www.TransferIN.net.
Pre-requisites – Some courses have pre-requisites or required courses that must be taken
prior to taking the course. For instance, English Composition I (ENGL 10100) is a pre-requisite
to English Composition II (ENGL 10200). You should have received credit for English
Composition I before you can enroll in English Composition II.
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Priority Course List – This is a list of courses that have a tuition rate of $25 per credit hour
as mandated by the State of Indiana. These courses are on the Core Transfer Library and
transfer to most institutions within the State of Indiana. The Priority Course List is available at
www.TransferIn.net.
Private Post-secondary Institution – Private Post-secondary Institutions are
colleges/universities that do not receive State funds from Indiana taxpayers.
Public Post-secondary Institution – Public Post-secondary Institutions are
colleges/universities that are subsidized with State funds that come from Indiana taxpayers.
PUID – Your PUID is the Purdue University Identification Number that is assigned to all
admitted Purdue University students. Your PUID will be provided in your letter of admission.
Non-Priority Courses – Non-Priority Courses are Concurrent Enrollment Program (CEP)
courses that are not on the State of Indiana’s Priority Course List and have a tuition fee that is
set by the Board of Trustees at Purdue West Lafayette.
Register – To register in college courses means enrolling in the courses you plan to take each
academic year.
Registrar – The Office of the Registrar is responsible for recording your grades on your
academic transcript and providing transcripts, upon your written request, to your
college/university of choice.
Registration Form – The registration form is the paper form that you complete to enroll in
classes when on-line registration is not available.
Student Account – Your student account gives you access to your schedule and your tuition
statement, as well as other important information. To access this account, you will need your
PUID (Purdue University Student ID Number) and your Username, which are provided in your
letter of admission.
Student Conduct – Students are expected and required to abide by the laws of the state of
Indiana and of the United States and the rules and regulations of Purdue University, to conduct
themselves in accordance with accepted standards of social behavior, to respect the rights of
others, and to refrain from any conduct that tends to obstruct the work of the University or to
be injurious to the welfare of the University.
Transferability of credits – Transferability of credits refers to how the credits you earned
through your courses taken with one institution will apply to your academic study in another
institution. Example – Do the credits that you earn through CEP with Purdue North Central
transfer as similar courses at another institution that you may want to attend? Will these
credits apply to your major/degree program as core requirements or elective credits?
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Transcript – A transcript is the official record of your grades, G.P.A., and credits earned by
semester and cumulatively. The official transcript is needed for transferring courses to another
institution. Unofficial transcripts are available, but only official transcripts will be accepted by
other institutions. You must provide a transcript request to have your transcripts forwarded to
another institution.
Transcript Request Form – The Transcript Request Form is the form that you will need to
request a transcript to be sent to your college/university (available at
http://www.purdue.edu/registrar/Students/Transcripts.html. Transcripts to be mailed must be
requested from Purdue West Lafayette, and the form gives the needed contact information. You
can request transcripts by Scan/Email (quickest), fax or US mail. (If you include the email
address where the transcript needs to be sent, a link to download your official transcript will be
provided to your college/university.) There is no fee for transcripts in the Purdue system, unless
you need them express mailed. If you wish to pick up copies of your transcripts, you can come
to the Office of the Registrar, Room 40, Schwarz Hall, at Purdue North Central. Make sure to
bring a picture ID for personal verification. If you plan to attend a Purdue University campus
(Purdue West Lafayette, Purdue North Central, Purdue Calumet, IPFW), you will not need to
request transcripts to be sent. Your student academic record is available to all Purdue
Campuses.
Transferability – how courses transfer to other college/universities. It is important to ask
how your courses will apply to your major/degree program. Courses can transfer to other
institutions, but some may not be required for your particular major/degree program.
Tuition – Tuition is the academic fees associated with each credit hour of a college level
course.
Username/password – Each admitted student receives a Username that is provided in the
letter of admission, along with the PUID (Purdue University Student ID Number). You will need
the Username and PUID to activate your student account and set your password (which expires
every 120 days).
Withdraw – When you want to drop a course, or discontinue your enrollment in a CEP course,
you can withdraw from the course, and you will no longer receive credit for that course.
However, the amount of tuition refund may be dependent on when you withdraw from the
course. Go to http://www.pnc.edu/br/payments.html for additional information.
Withdrawal Deadline – There are withdrawal deadlines to be able to drop, or discontinue
enrollment in the course. The deadlines are also associated with the amount of refund
received. For more information, go to http://www.pnc.edu/br/payments.html.
Withdrawal Form – The withdrawal form should be completed to withdraw from/drop a class.
This form is available on the CEP webpage at
http://www.pnc.edu/admissions/concurrentenrollment/cep-dual-credit-course-information/
Please complete the form and sign; take the form to your guidance counselor and they will sign
and fax to the School Partnerships Office at PNC. (219-785-5538)
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Purdue North Central Campus Map
Schwarz Hall
Ground Floor
First Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
Library-Student-Faculty Building
Ground Floor
First Floor
Second Floor
Technology Building
Ground Floor
First Floor
Second Floor
Third Floor
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Campus location and driving directions
Driving Directions
From I-94: Exit at Michigan City U.S. Hwy 421 South. Drive south about 8 miles. There is a flashing yellow light at the
campus entrance. Turn left into the campus.
From Indiana Toll Road (I-80): Exit at Michigan City U.S. Hwy 421. Turn south, drive about 1/4 mile to the flashing
yellow light. Turn left into the campus.
From West Lafayette: Take Hwy 43 north to Reynolds, where it becomes U.S. Hwy 421. Continue north on U.S. 421
through Westville and on north about 3 miles to the second stop light, which is at the campus entrance. Turn right into
the campus. Depending on traffic, this trip takes at least 1 hour, 45 minutes.
From LaPorte: Take Hwy 2 west about 10 miles to the stop light at U.S. 421. Turn north and go about 2 miles to the
first stop light which is at the campus entrance. Turn right into the campus.
From Michigan City: Go south on U.S. 421. Follow "From I-94" directions given above.
From Valparaiso: Three possible ways: (1) Take Hwy 2 east to U.S. Hwy 421 at Westville. Go north about 3 miles to
the 2nd stop light, which is at the campus entrance. Turn right into the campus. (2) Take Hwy 49 to the Toll Road and
go east 1 exit. Turn south on U.S. 421 and drive about 1/4 mile to the flashing light. Turn left into the campus.
(3) Take U.S. Hwy 6 east and south to Hwy 2. Continue east to U.S. Hwy 421 at Westville. Go north about 3 miles to
the 2nd stop light, which is at the campus entrance. Turn right into the campus.
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