CARTERET COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2012-13 General Catalog
(Affective Date 7/2012)
Contents
Chapter 2: Admissions ______________________________________ 2
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2.2.
2.3.
2.4.
2.5.
2.6.
2.7.
2.8.
College Admission Policy and Procedure ________________________
Where to Apply ______________________________________________
When to Apply ______________________________________________
Application Procedures for Degree, Diploma or Certificate Programs _
Campus Tours ______________________________________________
Admission of Special Credit/Visiting Students ____________________
Admission of Transfer Students and Awarding Credit ______________
Transcripts _________________________________________________
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2.8.1. High School or Equivalency Transcript Exemption __________________________________________ 5
2.8.2. Home-School Transcripts ______________________________________________________________ 5
2.9.
Placement Testing ___________________________________________ 5
2.9.1.
Placement Test Exemption __________________________________________________________ 6
2.9.2. Placement Test Equivalency Table ______________________________________________________ 6
2.10. Transfer of Credit from Testing Agencies, the Armed Services, Collaborative
Agreements and Credit by Examination. _______________________________ 7
2.10.1. Advanced Placement (Educational Testing Service) ________________________________________ 7
2.10.2. College-Level Examination Program® (College Board) _______________________________________ 7
2.10.3. College Examination Board (CEEB) Advanced Placement ____________________________________ 8
2.10.4. Credit from the United States Armed Services ____________________________________________ 10
2.10.5. DANTES Subject Standardized Tests ____________________________________________________ 10
2.10.6. Transfer Conversions, Time Limits and Collaborative Agreements ____________________________ 11
2.10.7 Carteret Community College Credit by Examination ________________________________________ 11
2.11.
Selective Admission Programs ________________________________ 11
2.11.1 Selective Admission for Health Science Programs _________________________________________ 12
2.11.2. Policy Relating to Health Science Students with Physical and Mental Problems _________ 12
2.12.
Admission of Active High School and Approved Home School Students12
2.12.1. Core 44 College Transfer Pathway ____________________________________________________ 12
2.12.2 Career Technical Education Pathway ___________________________________________________ 13
2.12.3 Student Application Procedures _______________________________________________________ 14
2.13. Admission of International Students ____________________________ 14
2.13.1.
2.13.2.
2.13.3.
2.13.4.
International Application Checklist ___________________________________________________ 14
Overview of F-1 or M-1 Entry Process _________________________________________________ 16
Maintaining F-1 or M-1 Status _______________________________________________________ 16
International Students in Distance Learning Courses _____________________________________ 16
2.14. Readmission Requirements ___________________________________ 17
2.15. North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement
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2.16.
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ________________________ 17
Chapter 2: Admissions
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2.1. College Admission Policy and Procedure
Carteret Community College is a coeducational institution open to all applicants who are high school graduates
or who are at least 18 years of age in accordance with North Carolina Administrative Code NCAC 23 2C.031.
Prospective students must complete and submit an Application for Admission to the College and take
placement tests.
2.2. Where to Apply
Applications should be submitted online through our website: Application. Paper applications are available
from the Admissions Office upon request.
2.3. When to Apply
Applicants are encouraged to submit their application to the Admissions Office as soon as possible before the
start of the semester in which they intend to enroll. Applicants should contact the Admissions Office for
information pertaining to program requirements and program application deadlines. See the Programs of Study
section of this publication for
program requirements.
2.4. Application Procedures for Degree, Diploma or Certificate Programs
Basic admission procedures for all curriculum programs are as follows:
1. Complete a CCC application. On your Carteret Community College Application for Admission,
indicate the program in which you plan to enroll. (Students planning to transfer to a four-year
college or university should select either the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, or Associate
in Science Degree.)
College courses and programs may have specific criteria that must be met or a special application
that must be completed before a student may be accepted into a particular program of study or
enrolled in a specific course. Please check specific course (prerequisites/corequisites) or program
of study information for additional requirements that may affect program admission and course
enrollment.
High school graduates will certify their status on the college admission application. Home-schooled
students must submit a copy of the Home-School’s approved registration from the state in which
they are registered.
2. Apply for financial aid and scholarship consideration by completing and submitting the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.gov.
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Completion of the FAFSA determines eligibility for the Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational
Opportunity Grant and Federal Work-Study. Completion of the FAFSA is also required to determine
eligibility for all State Grants.
Application should be completed even if a student thinks he/she does not qualify since there are
many factors affecting eligibility for financial aid.
In order to provide adequate time for processing and awarding aid prior to the start of classes,
priority dates are identified for each semester. If a financial aid application is submitted after the
priority dates, the student should be prepared to pay for tuition, fees and books. (Priority dates are:
Fall semester, May 1; Spring semester, October 15; Summer semester, March 1.)
Any student who intends to use their, their spouse’s, or parents Veterans Educational Assistance
must submit official transcripts from an accredited high school, GED, college or university before
enrollment is certified with the Veterans Administration.
3. Submit official high school/college transcripts as required for specific program admission.
High schools must be recognized by one the following councils or departments: Council on
Accreditation and School Improvement (CASI), Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA),
or the US Department of Education (ESDE). Students who wish to receive transfer credit from
another college or university must submit official college transcripts from regionally accredited
institutions of higher education.
4. Complete placement tests as needed for the degree, diploma, or certificate program you plan to
enter. Satisfactory placement test scores are prerequisites for many courses.
In the absence of appropriate college-level course credit in English and math or acceptable scores
on such tests as the SAT, ACT, PLAN, COMPASS, ASSET, CLEP and AP, placement test scores
determine the number and sequence of courses that you must take. Placement test scores,
therefore, will affect the length and cost of your program at CCC. Practice prior to taking the
placement test is encouraged.
There are stringent guidelines for retesting; permission to retest is not automatic.
5. Complete a new student orientation. These are held during the term and attendance is critical to
your success. Orientation provides in-depth information on College resources and requirements,
program and career options as well as hands-on instruction about how to access your college
email, WebAdvisor, and Moodle.
6. Meet with counseling staff after testing. In this session students will be provided with an overview
of test results, program information, and the name of their faculty advisor who will provide
curriculum guidance for future semesters. The student and counselor will discuss recommended
courses for the first term at CCC and develop an educational plan.
2.5. Campus Tours
Carteret Community College encourages prospective students and parents to visit the campus and tour our
facilities. Guided tours may be scheduled by contacting the Admissions Office. Appointments are encouraged
to ensure that appropriate staff will be available to assist prospective students. Information pertaining to
academic programs, admissions, financial aid, registration, and student services will be presented during the
tour.
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2.6. Admission of Special Credit/Visiting Students
Applicants who do not wish to pursue a particular program of study will be admitted as Special Credit/Visiting
(non-degree seeking) students. Students classified as Special Credit/Visiting (non-degree seeking) students
are not eligible for Federal financial assistance, loans, VA, or scholarships. All prospective students must
complete and submit an Application for Admission and meet the pre- and co-requisites for any course
registered.
2.7. Admission of Transfer Students and Awarding Credit
Carteret Community College serves its students and community by awarding appropriate academic transfer
credit for course work completed at regionally accredited institutions of higher education and credit-byexamination in accordance with recommendations published by the American Council on Education (ACE)
thus enabling degree, diploma or certificate completion, while maintaining programmatic integrity. A transfer
student must complete all admission requirements defined for their particular program, which include
Application for Admission stating a program of study, and may include official transcripts from high school and
college(s), and placement testing.
1. It is recommended that a student requests a transcript evaluation, either in writing or verbally.
2. Transfer credit is given for all college transfer coursework. Program specific coursework will be
transferred upon evaluation by the program coordinator.
3. Credit is awarded for academic work in which the student earned a grade of “C” or better. Grades
do not transfer, and are not used when calculating a cumulative grade point average.
4. Credit gained through a life experience or proficiency testing, from an outside institution, will not
transfer.
5. The sum total of all transfer course credit, accepted from outside institutions, cannot exceed 75
percent of the total number of semester hours for a program of study.
2.8. Transcripts
Where applicable for specific program application, prospective students seeking a degree, diploma, or
certificate are responsible for providing official transcripts from accredited institutions showing the date of
graduation or coursework completion.
High school graduates must provide transcripts from schools accredited by one of the following councils or
departments: Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (CASI); Council for Higher Education
Accreditation (CHEA); or the US Department of Education (USDE), or students must provide a General
Education Development (GED) transcript that shows passing scores from an institution with approved
accreditation. Home-schooled students must submit a copy of the Home-School's approved registration from
the state in which they are registered.
College transcripts must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
Official transcripts are those received either by mail directly from the degree awarding institution or agency, by
hand delivery to the Enrollment Management office in the original, sealed envelope from the degree awarding
institution or agency, or delivered electronically via a global electronic transcript delivery network. . Faxed
transcripts are not accepted as official.
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Students with international institution transcripts must have the transcripts translated in English by an
internationally recognized service, such as the World Education Services, Inc. Applicants graduating from high
schools not meeting program accreditation criteria may satisfy this requirement by completing the GED tests
with passing scores through an institution with approved accreditation.
2.8.1.
High School or Equivalency Transcript Exemption
High school, General Education Development (GED), or Adult High School transcript may be waived for
some students with documented proof by official transcript that the student has earned an associate
degree or higher.
Exceptions: Health Science program and Basic Law Enforcement Training program applicants and
students may not have this transcript requirement waived.
2.8.2.
Home-School Transcripts
Home-school transcripts must include the following information:
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Name, Address, and Phone Number of the home-school.
Student’s personal information (name, address, date of birth, social security number).
Itemization of courses and final grades achieved for each grade level accomplished.
Date of Graduation.
Name and signature of the Home-School Administrator.
SAT or ACT scores if the student has them.
Transcripts must be notarized by a Notary Public and sent to Carteret Community College’s Admissions
Office in an envelope sealed and sent by the Home-School Administrator. Every North Carolina homeschooled student must submit a photocopy of the card sent to the Home-School Administrator by the
North Carolina Department of Non-Public Instruction verifying the home-school’s license to operate in
the state. For students home-schooled in other states, please submit whatever verification is provided
by that State.
If the above information is not provided, the home-school student must obtain the General Education
Development (GED) or Adult High School (AHS) diploma before enrolling in a curriculum program.
2.9. Placement Testing
Carteret Community College (CCC) administers placement testing to determine academic readiness. The
placement test results indicate the appropriate level of study for an applicant in reading, writing, math,
computer literacy, and keyboarding speed. Placement test scores do not measure intelligence or the likelihood
of future success. The test scores merely provide a starting point and help to ensure that an applicant has the
basic skills needed to be a successful student.
In most cases associate degree, diploma, or certificate applicants are required to take the placement test.
Special credit, non-degree seeking applicants, may be required to test in order to satisfy prerequisite
requirements for courses in which they wish to enroll.
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CCC utilizes the COMPASS test. The COMPASS is an untimed, computerized test. An approved calculator
will be provided for use on all math sections of the placement test. Placement testing is offered in group
settings and a photo ID is required.
The placement test scores for the pre-algebra and algebra tests are only valid for three years from the date of
the test. After three years, an applicant will be asked to retake part or all of the math test components.
Applicants/students can take the placement test only twice in (12) twelve consecutive months for the writing,
reading, pre-algebra, algebra, computer literacy and keyboarding speed tests. Prior to taking a placement test
the second time, it is recommended that students visit Academic Support for individual instruction. Retaking of
the placement test must be approved by a College Prep advisor or student services staff member. If a student
is currently enrolled in a College Prep subject, testing is done through schedule adjustment period or after the
"Drop without Academic Penalty" period.
There is no testing fee for students who have never tested, or whose scores are more than three years old at
the time of application. Nor is there a testing fee when an instructor requests a retest. However, for student
initiated retest requests within the three-year period that scores are considered to be valid, there is a $2.00 per
subject (reading skills, writing skills, pre-algebra & algebra) retest fee. For students testing for another college
or university there is a $5.00 fee.
To have placement test scores sent to another college, a written request must be made through the registrar’s
office. If you have special needs or concerns related to placement testing, contact Counseling Services.
2.9.1. Placement Test Exemption
Placement testing may be waived for some students with documented proof of successful completion of
prior college education in pre-algebra, algebra, reading, writing, computer literacy and keyboarding
speed. A grade of “C” or better in a college-level English, math, or computer literacy course, or a
grade of “C” or better in the sequential completion of college prep/developmental coursework is
required. Placement testing may also be waived for some students upon receipt of official transcript(s)
if the student has earned an associate or higher degree. Some test scores, including ACCUPLACER
scores, may be transferred from another institution.
Carteret Community College will accept Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and American College Testing
(ACT) scores in lieu of placement test scores within the same time-line as placement testing.
2.9.2.
Placement Test Equivalency Table
ENGLISH
COMPASS
Writing Test**
ABE
ENG 085
ENG 095
ENG 111
Reading Test**
ABE
ASSET
ACCUPLACER (CPT)
ACT
SAT
PLAN
None
00-44
45-69
70 or >
None
23-38
39-43
44 or >
20-40
41-65
66-85
86-120
------20 or >
------500 or >
------15 or >
00-25
23-27
20-38
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6
ENG 085
ENG 095
ENG 111
26-60
61-80
81 or >
28-35
36-41
42 or >
39-56
57-79
80-120
------------20 or > 500 or > 17 or >
MATH
COMPASS ASSET
ACCUPLACER (CPT)
ACT
SAT
PLAN
Pre-Algebra Test
DMA 010,020,030
Exempt
Algebra Test
DMA 010, 020, 030
DMA 040, 050
DMA 060, 070, 080
MAT 141 or higher
01-46
47 or >
01-41
42 or >
29-54 A*
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01-19
20-45
46-65
01-30 EA*
31-40 EA*
41-55 EA*
30-40 IA*
41 or >
----20-54 EA* or 55 or > A* --55-74 EA*
--75-120 EA*
20 or >
66 or >
------20 or > 550 or > 20 or >
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----550 or > 20 or >
**When considering placement for Writing and Reading, use whichever is LOWER for initial placement.
There are no ACT or SAT score equivalencies for Developmental Courses. A student can be exempt from taking the placement test if his or her SAT or ACT
scores are the minimum required to place in college level English and Math.
*A stands for Arithmetic, EA stands for Elementary Algebra and IA stands for Intermediate Algebra.
It is possible for a student to take either EA and IA sections of the ASSET or just the IA section to determine Algebra placement. Determining which
section/sections were taken is vital in determining correct placement.
For Mathematics, proficiency in Pre-Algebra is required before placement into any higher level math course.
KEYBOARDING
OST 080
CIS 110
In 2 minutes, type fewer than 25 WPM.
In 2 minutes, type 25 or more wpm with 3 or
fewer errors.
COMPUTER LITERACY
CIS 070
CIS 110
0-79%
80% or >
For CIS 110, proficiency in Pre-Algebra, Reading, Writing, Keyboarding, and Computer Literacy are required.
2.10. Transfer of Credit from Testing Agencies, the Armed Services, Collaborative
Agreements and Credit by Examination.
2.10.1. Advanced Placement (Educational Testing Service)
College credit in the appropriate subject area will be awarded for a satisfactory score on an Advanced
Placement exam (AP exam). Usually a score of 3 or higher will be considered acceptable.
2.10.2. College-Level Examination Program® (College Board)
College credit in the applicable subject area will be awarded for a satisfactory College-Level
Examination Program® (CLEP) test score. A satisfactory test score exceeds the ACE Recommended
Credit-Granting Score, and is indicated on the official “Institution Copy” of the CLEP transcript.
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CCC Credit Allowed for CLEP Tests
Subject
CCC Course
Business
Principles of Accounting
Intro. to Business Law
Info. Systems & Comp. Apps.
Principles of Management
Principles of Marketing
Composition & Literature
American Lit.
Analyzing & Interpreting Lit.
English Comp. w/essay only
English Literature
Humanities
French Language Level 1
Spanish Language Level 1
German Language Level 1
History & Social Science
American Government
Intro. to Ed. Psych.
History of the US < 1877
History of the US > 1865
Human Growth & Dev.
Principles of Microeconomics
Principles of Macroeconomics
Intro. to Psychology
Intro. to Sociology
Western Civ. I
Western Civ. II
Science & Math
Biology
Calculus
Chemistry
College Algebra
College Algebra-Trig.
College Mathematics
Precalculus
Trigonometry
Credit
Credit
Granting Granted
Score
ACC 120
BUS 115
CIS 110
BUS 137
MKT 120
50
50
50
50
50
4
3
3
3
3
ENG 233
ENG 131
ENG 111
ENG 243
50
50
50
50
3
3
3
3
FRE 111, 112
SPA 111, 112
GER 111, 112
50
50
50
6
6
6
POL 120
PSY 263
HIS 131
HIS 132
PSY 241
ECO 251
ECO 252
PSY 150
SOC 210
HIS 121
HIS 122
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
BIO 110
MAT 271
CHM 131
MAT 161
MAT 172
MAT 140
MAT 175
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
4
4
4
3
3
3
3
MAT 162
50
3
2.10.3. College Examination Board (CEEB) Advanced Placement
The College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) sponsors an advanced placement program that
enables high school students to complete college-level courses while still in high school, to
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demonstrate college-level achievement through examinations, and to receive college course credit
when they matriculate to an institution of higher education. The CEEB examinations are offered in the
high schools by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). A satisfactory test score of a “3” or higher is
required to receive credit.
CCC Credit Allowed for AP Exams
SUBJECT
AP
CCC COURSE EQUIVALENT
SCORE
Art/History of Art
Art/History of Art
Art/Studio (Drawing or General Portfolio
Art/Studio (Drawing or General Portfolio
Biology
Biology
Calculus AB
Calculus BC
Chemistry
Chemistry
Computer Science A
Computer Science AB
Computer Science AB
English Language & Composition
3,4
5
3,4
5
3,4
5
3,4,5
3,4,5
3,4
5
3
3,4
5
3, 4
English Language & Composition
English Literature & Composition
5
3, 4
Art 114
Art 114 & Art 115
Art 131
Art 131 & 132
Bio 111
Bio 111 & Bio 112
Mat 271
Mat 271 & 272
Chm 151
Chm 151 & Chm 152
Cis 110
Cis 110
Cis 110 & Csc 134
Eng 111 or Eng 112 (if Eng 111 credit granted for
CCC
CREDITS
GRANTED
3
6
3
6
4
8
4
8
4
8
3
3
6
3
English Lit & Comp AP Exam)
Eng 111 & Eng 112
Eng 111 or Eng 131 (if Eng 111 credit granted for
6
3
English Lang & Comp AP Exam)
English Literature & Composition
Environmental Science
French Language
French Language
French Literature
French Literature
German Language
German Language
German Literature
German Literature
Government (Comparative)
Government (US)
Human Geography
Macroeconomics
Microeconomics
Music Listening/Lit
Music Theory
Physics B
Physics B
Physics C-Mechanics
Physics C – Electricity & Magnetism
5
3, 4, 5
3, 4
5
3, 4
5
3, 4
5
3, 4
5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
3, 4
5
3, 4, 5
3, 4, 5
Eng 111 & Eng 131
Bio 140 & Bio 140 A
Fre 111
Fre 111 & Fre 112
Fre 111
Fre 111 & Fre 112
Ger 111
Ger 111 & Ger 112
Ger 111
Ger 111 & Ger 112
Pol 210
Pol 120
Geo 110
Eco 252
Eco 251
Mus 110
Mus 121
Phy 151
Phy 151 & 152
Phy 251
Phy 252
9
6
4
3
6
3
6
3
6
3
6
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
4
8
4
4
Psychology
Spanish Language
Spanish Language
Spanish Literature
Spanish Literature
Statistics
3, 4, 5
3, 4
5
3, 4
5
3, 4, 5
Psy 150
Spa 111
Spa 111 & Spa 112
Spa 111
Spa 111 & Spa 112
Mat 151
3
3
6
3
6
3
2.10.4. Credit from the United States Armed Services
College credit earned while in the armed services (Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and
Army) must be substantiated with an official transcript of course work from the Department of Defense,
Department of Homeland Security, or applicable college.
2.10.5. DANTES Subject Standardized Tests
The DANTES Program (Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support) is a testing service
conducted by ducational Testing Service (ETS). DANTES, an agency of the Department of Defense,
was created to help service members obtain credit for knowledge and skills acquired through
nontraditional educational experiences. Since World War II, DANTES has sponsored and administered
tests that provide qualified military personnel with the opportunity to obtain academic credit. DANTES
Subject Standardized Tests provide a way for military personnel to obtain credit by examination for
knowledge of material commonly taught in college courses. A satisfactory test score of a “47” or higher
is required to receive credit.
CCC Credit allowed for DANTES Exams
Subject & Test Form Number
Business
SF/SG/SH/SL 524
SG/SH/SL/SM 525
SG/SH/SL/SM 525
SE/SF/SG/SH 532
SF/SH 534
SG/SH/SL/SM 536
SE/SF/SG/SH 550
SE/SF/SG/SH 551
SF/SG/SH/SL 812
Mathematics
SF/SG/SH/SL 424
SF/SH/SL/SM 450
Social Science
SE/SF 461
SF/SG/SH/SL 470
SF/SG/SH/SL 490
SF/SG 494
SE/SF/SG/SH
SG/SH/Sl/SM 497
SF/SG/SH/SL 498
SG/SH/SL/SM 562
Physical Science
Title
CCC Equivalent
Course
Credits
Granted
Principles of Finance
Principles of Financial Accounting
Human Resource Management
Principles of Supervision
Business Law II
Introduction to Computing
Personal Finance
Management Information Systems
Business Mathematics
BUS 225
ACC 120
BUS 153
BUS 135
BUS 116
CIS 110
BUS 125
CTS 285
BUS 115
3
4
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
Fundamentals of College Algebra
Principles of Statistics
MAT 161
MAT 151
3
3
Art of the Western World
Human/Cultural Geography
Lifespan Developmental Psychology
ART 114
GEO 111
PSY 241
3
3
3
General Anthropology
Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Introduction to Law Enforcement
Criminal Justice
Fundamentals of Counseling
ANT 210
CJC 213
CJC 121
CJC 111
CJC 211
3
3
3
3
3
10
SF/SG/SH/SL 500
SF/SG/SH/SL 508
SF/SG/SH/SL 511
Applied Technology
SF/SG/SH/SL 820
Humanities
SF/SG/SH/SL 496
SE/SF/SG/SH 815 (Must pass
Astronomy
Here’s to Your Health
Environment and Humanity
AST 111
HEA 110
BIO 140
3
3
3
Technical Writing
BUS 260
3
Introduction to World Religions
Principles of Public Speaking
REL 110
COM 231
3
3
multiple choice exam and a passing grade
on the speech.)
2.10.6. Transfer Conversions, Time Limits and Collaborative Agreements
Quarter Hour Course Work:
Quarter hour courses must equate to the semester hour equivalent of the current required course
(either by a combination of courses or as stand-alone by using the 3:2 ratio). Quarter hour courses
sharing the same course title as a semester hour course must also meet the semester hour standard
established for the current curriculum.
The College reserves the right to disallow credit from another institution if the course is deemed to be
obsolete or outdated.
Program Specific Time Limits and Other Limitations:
The Business Technologies division requires that courses with the prefixes OST, CIS, CTS, WEB,
NOS, DBA, NET, SEC & the following accounting courses, ACC 120, 121, 140, 150, must be
completed within five years for transfer or credit.
Allied Health Science programs require Basic Anatomy & Physiology, or Anatomy & Physiology I & II to
be completed within five years. Therapeutic Massage will accept Basic Anatomy & Physiology and
Pathophysiology that is no older than five years.
Collaborative Agreements: A student taking classes at Carteret Community College toward a degree,
which will be awarded by another college, such as Biotechnology (Pitt CC), must meet the admission
and graduation requirements for that college. That college would be considered the student's home
college. Transcript evaluations will come from the host college. Note: Most colleges will accept only 75
percent of the total program hours to be transferred in from another college. A student must comply
with the admissions, graduation, and transfer credit policies of the home college.
2.10.7 Carteret Community College Credit by Examination
It is the prerogative of the division director to allow a student to challenge a course by taking a
proficiency examination. For more information on proficiency examination and procedures, see the
Academic Information section of the Catalog. College credit in the appropriate subject area will be
awarded for a satisfactory proficiency test score (80 percent or greater).
2.11. Selective Admission Programs
Because of the nature of select programs and the enrollment restrictions placed on the College by accrediting
agencies, clinical facilities, etc..., only a limited number of students may be accepted each year. Please see
the Program of Study section of this catalog for the specific admission requirements for the following selective
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Admission Programs: Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET), Cosmetic Arts (Cosmetology, Cosmetology
Instructor, Esthetics, or Manicuring/Nail Technology), Health Sciences (Associate Degree Nursing, Emergency
Medical Science, Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, or Therapeutic
Massage) and Paralegal.
All applicants will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance. Questions about admission status should be
directed to the Office of Admissions.
2.11.1
Selective Admission for Health Science Programs
In order to be considered for a Health Science program, an applicant should make sure that all
admission criteria have been met. Applications for these programs will be accepted for consideration
beginning October 1 of each year for the following fall semester. Applications are accepted through the
posted spring semester deadline.
2.11.2.
Policy Relating to Health Science Students with Physical and Mental Problems
Final acceptance into a Health Science program is contingent upon current, satisfactory physical and/or
medical history examinations. The faculty reviews the results of the examinations before final
admission is granted. In the event that physical or mental problems exist which may interfere with the
performance of activities, the student will be referred to a physician. A letter of treatment or medical
clearance will be required before the student may enroll in classroom, laboratory, or clinical practices;
and will be used by the curriculum area coordinator in determining final decision.
In the event that physical and/or mental problems arise following enrollment, the faculty member
recognizing the health problem will notify the curriculum area coordinator. The student will be notified
verbally and in writing that they will not be permitted to continue in the program of study without
clearance from their physician. The student will be counseled about the possible effect of the health
problem and consequent absence from class or clinical experience. The student, faculty, curriculum
area coordinator, and Senior Director for Student Services, or designee, will jointly decide upon an
individual plan of progression and redemption. Physical or mental problems that do not respond to
treatment within a reasonable period of time may interrupt continuous progression through the program
of study.
2.12. Admission of Active High School and Approved Home School Students
Session Law 2011-145, the Appropriations Act of 2011, authorizes the State Board of Education and the State
Board of Community Colleges to establish the Career and College Promise program.
Career and College Promise provides seamless dual enrollment educational opportunities for eligible North
Carolina high school students in order to accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate
degrees that lead to college transfer or provide entry-level job skills. North Carolina community colleges may
offer the following Career and College Promise pathways aligned with the K-12 curriculum and career and
college ready standards adopted by the State Board of Education:
A Core 44 College Transfer Pathway leading to a minimum of 30 hours of college transfer
credit;
A Career and Technical Education Pathway leading to a certificate, diploma or degree;
A Cooperative Innovative High School Pathway approved under Part 9 of Article 16 of Chapter
115C of the General Statutes.
2.12.1.
Core 44 College Transfer Pathway
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The Career and College Promise Core 44 College Transfer Pathway requires the completion of at least
thirty semester hours of transfer courses, including English and mathematics.
1. To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet the following criteria:
a. Be a high school junior or senior;
b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses; and
c. Demonstrate college readiness on an assessment or placement test. A
student must demonstrate college readiness in English, reading and
mathematics to be eligible for enrollment in a Core 44 College Transfer
Pathway.
2. A high school junior or senior who does not demonstrate college-readiness on an
approved assessment or placement test may be provisionally enrolled in a College
Transfer Pathway. To qualify for Provisional Status, a student must meet the following
criteria:
a. Have a cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5;
b. Have completed two years of high school English with a grade of ‘C’ or higher;
c. Have completed high school Algebra II (or a higher level math class) with a
grade of ‘C’ of higher;
d. Obtain the written approval of the high school principal or his/her designee;
and,
e. Obtain the written approval of the community college president or his/her
designee.
A Provisional Status student may register only for college mathematics (MAT)
and college English (ENG) courses within the chosen Pathway. To be eligible
to register for other courses in the Pathway, the student must first successfully
complete mathematics and English courses with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.
3. To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must
a. Continue to make progress toward high school graduation, and
b. Maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two courses.
4. A student must enroll in one Core 44 College Transfer Pathway program of study and may
not substitute courses in one program for courses in another.
5. A student may change his or her program of study major with approval of the high school
principal or his/her designee and the college’s chief student development administrator.
6. With approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college’s chief
student development administrator, a student who completes a Core 44 College Transfer
Pathway while still enrolled in high school may continue to earn college transfer credits
leading to the completion of the 44-hour general education transfer core.
7. With approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college’s chief
student development administrator, a student may enroll in both a Core 44 College
Transfer Pathway program of study and a Career Technical Education program of study.
8. Currently enrolled high school students (Fall Semester 2011) who have successfully
completed a college transfer STEM course with a grade of “C” or better may be admitted
into a Career and College Promise College Core 44 Transfer Pathway in Spring Semester
2012 without meeting the entry GPA or testing requirements (i.e. PLAN). Students will be
required to meet course prerequisite requirements.
2.12.2
Career Technical Education Pathway
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The Career and College Promise Career Technical Education Pathway leads to a certificate or diploma
aligned with a high school Career Cluster.
1. To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet the following criteria:
a. Be a high school junior or senior;
b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or have the
recommendation of the high school principal or his/her designee; and
2. Meet the prerequisites for the career pathway.
3. High school counselors should consider students’ PLAN scores in making pathway
recommendations.
4. College Career Technical Education courses may be used to provide partial or full
fulfillment of a four-unit career cluster. Where possible, students should be granted
articulated credit based on the local or state North Carolina High School to Community
College articulation agreement.
5. To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must
a. Continue to make progress toward high school graduation, and
b. Maintain a 2.0 in college coursework after completing two courses.
6. A student must enroll in one program of study and may not substitute courses in one
program for courses in another. The student may change his or her program of study
major with approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college’s
chief student development administrator.
7. Currently enrolled high school students (Fall Semester 2011) who have successfully
completed a community college technical education course with a grade of “C” or better
may be admitted into a Career and College Promise Career Technical Education
Certificate Pathway in Spring Semester 2012 without meeting the entry GPA or testing
requirements (i.e. PLAN). Students will be required to meet course prerequisite
requirements.
2.12.3
Student Application Procedures
1. The high school will document eligibility criteria (high school GPA and PLAN or other
assessment scores) on the student’s transcript. A Home school or non-public high
school student must submit a transcript and official test scores from an approved
assessment test.
2. Students must complete a college application to be admitted into a Career and College
Promise pathway.
2.13. Admission of International Students
To come to the United States (U.S.) to attend college, you must first complete all the requirements listed.
After your admission's file is complete, Carteret Community College will issue the Form I-20, which will allow
you to apply for an F or M Visa through your nearest United States embassy or consulate. An applicant must
complete the following list of requirements:
2.13.1.
International Application Checklist
1. Submit an Application for Admission. Apply on-line.
2. Submit official secondary school transcripts (equivalent to high school education in the
U.S.), as required for specific program admission, showing courses taken, grades received,
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and graduation date; and translated into English by an internationally recognized service,
such as World Education Services, Inc., http://www.wes.org.
3. Submit official post-secondary/higher education transcripts (university or training programs),
as required for specific program admission, to receive credit for prior coursework, or to show
proficiency for placement. The transcripts need to show courses taken, grades received,
graduation date, and degrees/certificates received; and translated into English by an
internationally recognized service, such as World Education Services, Inc.,
http://www.wes.org.
4. Have official Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 (paper), 213
(computer), or 64 for Internet Based Test (iBT) sent from Educational Testing Services.
Computer based tests are only valid for two years from the test date. To submit a TOEFL
score, applicants must provide a copy of their official TOEFL score report or have the score
reported directly to Carteret Community College. The TOEFL code for Carteret Community
College is 5092. In addition applicants should submit SAT or ACT scores high enough to
waive college placement test requirements. SAT scores for critical reading and writing
require a minimum score of 500 on both tests; and the SAT for math requires a score of
550. The ACT scores for math and English require a minimum of 20 in each category. For
applicants not submitting SAT or ACT scores, a COMPASS, ASSET, or Accuplacer
placement test score must be furnished with a score high enough to waive college
preparatory course requirements. All new students are required to take the computer
literacy and keyboarding skills speed test. Contact the International Student Advisor for
questions about how to arrange to take a placement test.
5. Submit proof of financial support.** A sponsor may use the Affidavit of Financial Support
form provided on our website, or an equivalent letter. The Affidavit of Financial Support
form or the letter must be attached to an official letter, in English, from sponsor’s bank
verifying that there are sufficient funds available for applicant, and any accompanying
dependents, to complete one year of study (fall, spring, and summer terms).
2012-2013 Cost of Attendance (12 month)
* Tuition and fees:
Books and supplies:
Transportation:
Personal expenses:
Room and board:
SEVIS registration:
Total
$ 9,040.00
$ 1,570.00
$ 4,060.00
$ 2,941.00
$11,557.00
$ 100.00
$29,268.00
*Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Carteret Community College Board of
Trustees and the North Carolina State Legislature.
** The signature on the Affidavit of Financial Support must be notarized or certified by a
notary public. An original and official letter from your sponsor’s bank or financial institution
giving the following information:
 Date account was opened.
 Current account balance (showing a minimum of $ 29,268.00 on deposit)
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A current exchange rate or U.S. dollar equivalent.
This letter must be on bank stationary and signed by a bank official, and notarized or
certified by a notary public. A photocopy or original copy of your sponsor’s monthly
bank statement DOES NOT QUALIFY!
If you plan to support yourself (no sponsor), an Affidavit of Financial Support is not required.
You must, however, submit a letter from your bank with the above information and the bank
account must be in your name.
6. Once admitted, and prior to registration, the student must also complete and submit the
Supplemental Visa Application and provide copies of the Form I-20, Visa and Passport to
the Admissions Office.
2.13.2.
Overview of F-1 or M-1 Entry Process
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2.13.3.
Maintaining F-1 or M-1 Status
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2.13.4.
Student applies to Carteret Community College and gains admission.
School generates the Form I-20 and sends it to the student.
After receiving the Form I-20, the prospective student must pay the SEVIS I-901 fee
at http://www.fmjfee.com, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Student and Exchange Visitor Program processing website.
Student takes the Form I-20 to an American Embassy or Consulate for an interview
and obtains an F or M Visa no earlier than 90 days before the reporting date on the
Form I-20.
Student presents the Form I-20 and Visa at the U. S. Port of Entry no more than 30
days before the program start date on the Form I-20.
The student must register and maintain a minimum of 12 credit hours every Fall and
Spring semester. If you have difficulty with this requirement, you must meet with the
International Student Advisor to discuss your situation before you register. F-1 and
M-1 Visa status has no provision for part-time study.
The student must know the expiration date of your Form I-20, Visa and Passport.
Your Form I-20 can be extended or changed by the International Student Advisor.
Your Visa can only be renewed outside the U.S. at a Consulate or Embassy in your
home country. Your Passport can be renewed in the U.S. by your home country
embassy.
The student CAN NOT work without authorization. Work authorization for F-1 and M1 students is very limited.
The student must keep the International Student Advisor notified of any changes in
your mailing address, phone number, Visa status or enrollment status.
International Students in Distance Learning Courses
At this time, Carteret Community college is not authorized to provide distance learning to individuals
residing outside of North Carolina.
For further information, contact Mark Johnson, International Student Advisor, at (252)222-6148 or at
johnsonm@email.carteret.eud or visit the US Immigration and Custom Services website.
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2.14. Readmission Requirements
A former Carteret Community College (CCC) student who is in good standing at the time of withdrawal may
gain readmission by contacting the Admissions Office. Any student who has not been enrolled for a minimum
of two (2) years must submit a new Application for Admission. Students must also meet the admissions
requirements for the current program of study. An evaluation will be done of all course work earned at CCC
and other institutions. If a former student has taken classes at other colleges after withdrawing from Carteret
Community College, the student should request official transcripts be forwarded from those colleges.
Students previously suspended for academic or disciplinary reasons who seek readmission should contact the
Senior Director of Student Services prior to the term of desired readmission. Any student who is indebted to
the college cannot register until that indebtedness has been cleared through the appropriate office or
department.
2.15. North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement
Through an agreement between the North Carolina State Department of Public Instruction and the North
Carolina Community College System, high school graduates are eligible to receive CCC credits for certain
courses upon presentation and evaluation of a high school transcript. Courses eligible for CCC credit can be
found in the articulation agreement. Copies of the agreement are located in the offices of high school
counselors.
• Students must enroll at the community college within two years of their high school graduation
date.
• A grade of "B" or higher is required for the course.
• A raw score of 80 or higher is required on the standardized VoCATS post-assessment.
The NC High School to Community College Articulation Agreement, which allows students to receive college
credit for high school courses, will be honored. It will be incumbent on the High School guidance counselors to
clearly identify applicable high school course eligible for transfer on the high school transcript. Any student
wishing to receive credit should submit an official high school transcript and VoCATS score report to the Office
of Admissions. The College Registrar should then be contacted for transcript evaluation.
Please visit the North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement site for more
information.
2.16.
Comprehensive Articulation Agreement
To facilitate the transfer of students between the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS) and the
constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina System., the North Carolina General Assembly
mandated the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA). The CAA applies to students who are pursuing
an Associate in Arts or Associate in Science degree and provides guidance to those pursuing an Associate in
Fine Arts degree. The main difference between the Associate in Arts and the Associate in Science degree is
that the Associate in Science degree requires a stronger background in math and science. Both degrees
consist of a general education core of at least 44 semester hours and 20-21 semester hours of electives. Since
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the Associate in Fine Arts degree contains only 28 semester hours in the general education core, students may
still be required to complete the core or the basic studies requirements of the receiving institution.
Courses in Associate in Applied Science (AAS) programs may also transfer through programmatic articulation
agreements between institutions. Students are encouraged to explore this option with their academic advisor.
To transfer as juniors, according to the CAA, a student should follow these guidelines:
• Earn an Associate in Arts degree or an Associate in Science degree.
• Earn a grade of "C" or better in all CAA courses.
• Earn an overall grade-point average of a "C" or a 2.0 at the time of transfer.
• Obtain acceptance at the UNC institutions or one of the private colleges or universities listed below.
** Under the CAA, no student is guaranteed admission to the institution of his or her choice. A student is
encouraged to check with each institution's admissions office for specific requirements.
Contact the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement for transfer students between the University of North
Carolina System and the North Carolina Community College System for more information.
There are 16 public institutions in the University of North Carolina System and 23 private colleges and
universities that endorse the statewide Comprehensive Articulation Agreement.
Public Institutions:
Appalachian State University
East Carolina University
Elizabeth City State University
Fayetteville State University
North Carolina A & T State University
North Carolina Central University
North Carolina State University
UNC - Asheville
UNC - Chapel Hill
UNC - Charlotte
UNC - Greensboro
UNC - Pembroke
UNC - Wilmington
Western Carolina University
Winston Salem State University
Private Colleges & Universities:
Barton College
Belmont Abby College
Bennett College
Brevard College
Campbell University
Catawba College
Chowan University
Gardner-Webb University
Johnson C. Smith University
Livingston College
Louisburg College
Mars Hill College
Montreat College
Mount Olive College
NC Wesleyan College
Pfeiffer University
Queens University of Charlotte
St Andrews Presbyterian College
St Augustine's University
Shaw University
Warren Wilson College
William Peace University
Wingate University
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