Academic Affairs
| Policy Number | Title | Effective Date | Revised Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0060P | Acceptance of Credit Through Acceleration Mechanisms | 08/1998 | 01/07/2008 |
| Responsible Division/Department: Academic Affairs / Enrollment Services | |||
 New Policy |
Major Revision of Existing Policy |
 Minor/Technical Revision of Existing Policy |
Reaffirmation of Existing Policy |
- OBJECTIVE & PURPOSE
To establish policies for the acceptance of credit through Acceleration Mechanisms and assure compliance with BOG rule 6C-6.006 and SBE Rule 6A-10.024.
- STATEMENT OF POLICY
The University will accept credit awarded through one or a combination of state-approved acceleration mechanisms not to exceed forty-five (45) credit hours. Credits awarded through this method must meet or exceed minimum scores established by the Statewide Articulation Agreement. University faculty are responsible for determining minimum scores acceptable for awarding accelerated credit for course work in their disciplines.
In accordance with BOG Rule 6C-6.006 and SBE Rule 6A-10.024, the Office of Admissions will accept credit awarded through the following Acceleration Mechanisms:
College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
College Board Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate Ciploma Program
United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI)
Defense Activity of Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) Examinations
American College Testing - Proficiency Program (PEP)
Military service school credit evaluated by the American Council on Education (ACE) guide