Catalog of the Vance-Granville Community College

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ACCREDITATION
Vance-Granville Community College is accredited by the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certifi-cates,
diplomas, and associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges
at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500
for questions about the accreditation of Vance-Granville Community College.
The Commission on Colleges should be contacted only if there is evidence
that appears to support an institution's significant non-compliance with a re-quirement
or standard.
Vance-Granville Community College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action in-stitution.
The College serves all students regardless of race, creed, color, age, sex,
national origin, or disabling conditions.
Vance-Granville Community College is a Tobacco-Free College.
The College is in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991 prohibiting discrimination with regard to
disabilities.
APPROVAL
Vance-Granville Community College is approved by the:
• NAEYC Early Childhood Associate Degree Accreditation
• North Carolina Community College System
• North Carolina Board of Nursing
• Joint Review Commitee on Education in Radiologic Technology
• Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
• Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
• North Carolina State Approving Agency for Veterans
and Military Education Programs
• North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners
• North Carolina Department of Insurance
• North Carolina Ofice of Emergency Services
• North Carolina Real Estate Licensing Board
• North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation
• North Carolina's Sherifs' Education and Training Standards Commission
• North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards
Commission
• Automotive Service Excellence ‑ National Automotive Technicians
Education Foundation
MEMBERSHIP
Vance-Granville Community College is a member of the following:
• American Association of Community Colleges
• North Carolina Community College System
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Vance-Granville Community College has made every reasonable effort to determine
that everything stated in this catalog is accurate at the time of printing. However,
the N.C. General Assembly, the State Board of Community Colleges or the VGCC
Board of Trustees may make changes in policy, graduation requirement, fees and oth-er
charges, curriculum course structure and content, and other such matters after the
publication of this catalog. The N.C. General Assembly may make changes in tuition
without notice. The official version of the college catalog can be found at www.vgcc.
edu.
CATALOG INFORMATION
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DIRECTORY
DIRECTORY INFORMATION
Vance-Granville Community College
MAIN CAMPUS
200 Community College Road
Midway between Henderson, N.C., and Oxford, N.C.
P.O. Box 917, Henderson, N.C. 27536
Phone: (252) 492-2061 • Fax: (252) 430-0460
SATELLITE CAMPUSES
Franklin County Campus South Campus
8100 N.C. 56 Highway 1547 South Campus Drive
P.O. Box 777 P.O. Box 39
Louisburg, NC 27549 Creedmoor, NC 27522
Phone: (919) 496-1567 Phone: (919) 528-4737
Fax: (919) 496-6604 Fax: (919) 528-1201
Warren County Campus
210 West Ridgeway Street
P.O. Box 207
Warrenton, N.C. 27589
Phone: (252) 257-1900• Fax: (252) 257-3612
DIRECTORY OF CORRESPONDENCE
Inquiries will receive prompt attention if addressed to the Adminis-trative
Ofice below in care of Vance-Granville Community College, Post
Ofice Box 917, Henderson, North Carolina 27536.
For Information About:........................................................Write to the Office of:
Academic Advising...........................................Vice President of Student Afairs
Academic Policies and Faculty............................... Vice President of Instruction
Administrative Afairs...............................................................................President
Admissions.........................................Director of Admissions & Records/Registrar
Bookstore............................................. Vice President of Finance and Operations
Building Usage............................................................................ Facilities Manager
Buildings and Grounds............................................ Director of Plant Operations
Community Services.......... Vice President of Community and Economic Development
Curriculum, Instruction........................................... Vice President of Instruction
Employment............................................................Director of Human Resources
Occupational Extension ............... Director of Economic & Workforce Development
Financial & Veterans’ Assistance...................................Director of Financial Aid
Fiscal and Business Afairs............... Vice President of Finance and Operations
Human Resources Development..... Director of Economic & Workforce Development
Industrial Services......................... Director of Economic & Workforce Development
Student Job Placement................................................ Director of Career Services
Library.......................................................Director of Learning Resources Center
Literacy Education............. Vice President of Community and Economic Development
Placement Testing/Student Assessment………Director of Admissions & Records/Registrar
Public Information/News Media........................................Director of Marketing
Registration/Student Records…………… Director of Admissions & Records/Registrar
Small Business............................................................... Director of Small Business
Student Afairs and Activities..........................Vice President of Student Afairs
Transcripts………………………… Director of Admissions & Records/Registrar
Workforce Investment Act............................................................. Director of WIA
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
Education is often likened to a
journey. If it is, then this catalog is the
map that will help guide you along your
journey as a Vance-Granville Community
College student. Your journey might be
short or long, and your path may not be
identical to the path taken by any other
VGCC Vanguard. That is part of the
beauty of a community college, where
all are welcome to walk through the
open door, and all are encouraged to
reach their own individual goals. Here at
VGCC, we are committed to helping each
student create success for themselves,
their families, their businesses and their
communities. In the words of our college
slogan, VGCC serves as “your gateway to endless possibilities.”
For more than 40 years, thousands of students have found their
place at our campuses and then had the opportunity to take advantage
of a truly endless list of possibilities. Some started a new career thanks
to their preparation here. Some received a promotion or updated the
skills they needed to do their job in a changing economy. Some laid
the foundation for even more education and earned advanced degrees.
Others started their own businesses. Whatever your goal, you will find
this catalog helpful and informative. You will learn about the various
academic programs that VGCC ofers to serve the people of Vance,
Granville, Franklin and Warren counties. You will also find out about
procedures, resources and services that are available to help all students
succeed.
This catalog will give you an idea of why VGCC is recognized
statewide for excellence. Our outstanding faculty, staf and facilities
are all focused on serving the most important people on our campuses:
our students. VGCC’s high standards were confirmed in the 2010 North
Carolina Critical Success Factors “report card,” when VGCC met all
eight state performance measures. Sustained by the support of the
people in the four counties we serve, our college continues to innovate
and grow in order to provide the education and training you need to
compete in today’s global economy.
Thank you for continuing your education with us at Vance-
Granville, and I wish you success on your journey toward reaching
your fullest potential.
						 Randy Parker
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Accreditation, Approvals, Membership....................................................... 2
Directory Information & Directory of Correspondence…………………3
Message from the President............................................................................ 4
Academic Calendar......................................................................................... 11
College Administration, Board of Trustees............................................... 12
The College...................................................................................................... 13
Core Values, Vision & Mission Statements, Goals.................................. 15
Open Door Philosophy, Performance Measures and Standards................. 16
NCCCS Performance Measures, Visitors................................................... 17
Disclosure & Consumer Info, Emergency Info, ID Cards, Inclement
Weather, Photo Usage Statement,………………………………………….18
A dmissions, Registration, and Records...................................................... 19
General Admissions Procedures
Selective Admissions
Selective Admissions Procedures
Transfer Admissions
Readmission Procedures
Admissions Under Special Conditions
Admission of Undocumented Aliens
Special Credit Students
Dual or Concurrent Enrollment Students
Cooperative Programs for High School Students
International Student Admissions
Student Assessment and Placement Testing
Waiver of Placement Testing
Testing Schedule
Residence Status for Tuition Purposes
Registration
New Students
Returning Students
Change of Academic Program
Readmission of Students
Change in Registration
Drop and Add
Request for WP Grade after the 75% Point
Class Cancellation Policy
Drop and Withdrawal from a Course(s)
Auditing Courses
Collection of Social Security Numbers
Course Load
Course Substitution
Release of Information
Release of Information: Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)
Student Records
Transcript Request
Academic Information………………………………………………………31
Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates
Student Classification
Advanced Placement
Credit By Examination
Contact Hours and Credit Hours
Prerequisites
Academic Advising CONTENTS
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Atendance
Grading System and Quality Points
Computing Grade Point Average
Change of Grade
Repeating Courses
Standards of Progress
Academic Warning
Probation
Suspension
Appeals
Enrollment after Suspension
Academic Forgiveness
Health Science Students Standards of Progress
Academic Grievance/Grade Appeals Procedure
Catalog of Record
Student Responsibilities
Graduation Requirements
Application for Graduation
Awarding of Curriculum Certificates
Dean's List
Distance Education
Cooperative Education/Work Experience
Service Learning
Developmental Studies
Financial Information………………………………………………………43
Business Office
Tuition/Fees
Senior Citizens
Bookstore
Bookstore Refund Policy
Textbooks and Supplies
Used Book Buy-Back
Student Activity Fees
Campus Access/Security Fee
Technology Fee
Graduation Fee
Accident Insurance
Student Health Insurance
Malpractice Insurance
Indebtedness to College
Tuition Refund Policy
Student Aid
Eligibility
Return of Funds
Clock Hour Conversion
Clock Hour Program
How To Apply
Financial Aid Assistance
Types of Financial Aid Handled By Financial Aid Ofice
Grants
Pell Grants
Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
North Carolina Student Incentive Grant (NCSIG)
North Carolina Community College Grant
Vance-Granville Departmental Grants
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Scholarships
NC Education Lottery Scholarship
VGCC Scholarships:
Presidential Scholar Awards
Presidential Merit Awards
Academic Achievement Scholarships
Annual Scholarships
Other Financial Aid
College Foundation, Inc.
Veterans Educational Assistance for Veterans, Participants, Eligible Dependents,
Eligible Active Reserve Members, and Disabled Veterans
Federal Direct Loan Program
College Work Study
Student Resources……………………………………………………………53
Academic Skills Center
Career Center and Job Placement
Counseling Services
Day Care Services
Disability Policies and Accommodations
Procedure for Requesting Reasonable Accommodations
Guidelines for Documentation of Disabilities
Americans with Disabilities Act Complaint Procedure
Confidentiality Statement
Health Services
Housing
Learning Resources Center (LRC)
Open Computer Labs
Organizations and Activities
Ambassador Program
Athletics
Clubs
Phi Beta Lamba
Phi Theta Kappa
Male Mentoring Program
Student Government Association (SGA)
Parking
Student Handbook
Student Code of Conduct……………………………………………………61
Conduct
Classroom Conduct
Academic Dishonesty (Repeated or Severe Violations)
General Campus Conduct
Disciplinary Sanctions
Order of Disciplinary Appeals Procedures
Rights of the Accused
Hearing
General Information…………………………………………………………67
Access to Campus Facilities
Alcohol and Drug Abuse-VGCC Board Policy
Alcohol and Drug Abuse Agency Resources
Approval of Activities, Fund Raising
Bulletin Boards
Campus Security
Children on Campus
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Communicable Disease
Computer and Network User Policy-VGCC Board Policy
Computing Facilities General Use
Information Access and User Privacy
Ponzi Schemes
Sanctions for Policy Violations
Criminal Violation
Electronic Signature Policy-VGCC Board Policy
General Student Grievance Procedure
Operation and Parking of Motor Vehicles
Enforcement
Application of State Law
General Rules
Publications
Recruiting/Solicitation on Campus
Religious Observance Policy-VGCC Board Policy
Sexual Assault
Sexual Harassment-VGCC Board Policy
Definition
Reporting Sexual Harassment
Speakers on Campus
Tobacco-Free Policy-VGCC Board Policy
Community and Economic Development…………………………………77
Admissions
CEUs/Certificates
Diplomas and Certificates
Costs
Refund Procedure
Course Cancellation Policy
Course Repetition Policy
Economic and Workforce Development Programs
Occupational Extension Computer Center
Industry Services
Occupational Extension Training
Occupational Healthcare Programs
Public Service Programs
Emergency Medical Services Programs
Law Enforcement & Corrections Training Programs
Human Resources Development
Career Readiness Certification
Small Business Center
Workforce Investment Act
Governor's Rapid Response
Community Service Program (Personal Enrichment)
Literacy Education Programs
Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult High School (AHS) Diploma
General Education Development (GED)
GED Test
Compensatory Education (CED)
English As a Second Language Program (ESL)
Adult Learning Center
Special Needs
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Curriculum Programs..................................................................................... 89
Accounting (A25100)
Sole Proprietorship Accounting Certificate (C25100S)
Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology (D35100)
Comfort Cooling Certificate (C35100C)
Heat Pump Technology Certificate (C35100H)
Refrigeration Certificate (C35100R)
Sustainability Air Conditioning & Heating Certificate (C35100S)
Year Round Comfort Systems Certificate (C35100Y)
Associate in Arts (A10100)
Associate in Science (A10400)
Associate in General Education (A10300)
Associate in General Education - General Science (A10300S)
Associate Degree Nursing (Integrated) (A45110)
Associate Degree Nursing LPN to ADN Completion Program (A45110L)
Automotive Systems Technology (A60160)
Automotive Systems Technology Diploma (D60160)
Automotive Sustainability Certificate (C60160A)
Electrical Systems Certificate (C60160E)
Suspension & Steering Certificate (C60160S)
Transmission Certificate (C60160T)
Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) (C55120)
Bioprocess Technology (A50440)
Business Administration (A25120)
Business Management Certificate (C25120M)
Front Line Management Certificate (C25120F)
Carpentry Diploma (D35180)
Residential Foundations & Framing Certificate (C35180R)
Computer InformationTechnology (A25260)
Software Specialist Certificate (C25260S)
Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technology
(D45200)
Cosmetology Diploma (D55140)
Cosmetology Certificate (C55140)
Cosmetology Instructor Certificate (C55160)
Criminal Justice Technology (A55180)
Corrections Certificate (C55180C)
Law Enforcement Certificate (C55180L)
Culinary Arts (A55150)
Basic Baking Certificate (C55200B)
Garde Manger Certificate (C55200G)
Restaurant Hospitality Certificate (C55200R)
Early Childhood Associate (A55220)
Early Childhood Associate Diploma (D55220)
Early Childhood Administration Certificate (C55220A)
Early Childhood General Education Certificate (C55220G)
Early Childhood Special Needs Certificate (C55220S)
Electrical/Electronics Technology (D35220)
Basic Wiring Certificate (C35220B)
Industrial Wiring Certificate (C35220W)
Sustainability Electrical Energies Certificate (C35220S)
Electronics Engineering Technology (A40200)
Electronics Engineering Certificate (C40200)
Entrepreneurship (A25490)
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General Occupational Technology (A55280)
Global Logistics Technology (A25170)
Global Supply Chain Certificate (C25170G)
Logistics Management Certificate (C25170L)
Secure Logistics Certificate (C25170S)
Transportation Logistics Certificate (C25170T)
Human Services Technology (A45380)
Human Services Technology/Mental Health (A4538C)
Human Services Technology/Substance Abuse (A4538E)
Infant/Toddler Care Certificate (C55290)
Information Systems Security (A25270)
Security Specialist Certificate (C25270S)
Lateral Entry Certificate (C55430)
Manicuring/Nail Technology Certificate (C55400)
Medical Assisting (A45400) Diploma (D45400)
Medical Ofice Administration (A25310)
Medical Transcription Specialist Certificate (C25310M)
Networking Technology (A25340)
Network Professional Certificate (C25340N)
Ofice Administration (A25370)
Ofice Administration Diploma (D25370)
General Ofice Certificate (C25370G)
Ofice Administration/Legal (A2537A)
Pharmacy Technology (D45580)
Practical Nursing (D45660)
Radiography (A45700)
School-Age Education (A55440)
School-Age Education Diploma (D55440)
School-Age Care Certificate (C55450)
Sustainability Technologies Certificate (C40370S)
Web Technologies (A25290)
Web Design Specialist Certificate (C25290D)
Web Programming Specialist Certificate (C25290P)
Welding Technology (D50420)
Basic Welding Certificate (C50420B)
Welding Certification Practices Certificate (C50420W)
Curriculum Course Descriptions…………………………………………185
Faculty and Staf……………………………………………………………315
Index………………………………………………………………………….327
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VANCE-GRANVILLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2011-2012 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
SEMESTER SYSTEM
Vance-Granville Community College operates on the semester system.
The fall and spring semesters are 16 weeks in length. The summer term is 10
weeks in length.
Fall Semester 2011
August 16 Tuesday Curriculum Classes Begin
August 18 Thursday Last Day To Add A Class*
August 25 Thursday Last Day For A Partial Refund/
	 Last Day To Drop with No Transcript
	 Grade/Census Date
September 5 Monday Labor Day Holiday
October 13,14 Thursday, Friday Fall Break
November 14 Monday Last Day To Withdraw With “WP” Grade
November 24,25 Thursday, Friday Thanksgiving Holidays
December 9 Friday Exam Study Day
December 12-14 Monday-Wednesday Final Exams
Spring Semester 2012
January 5 Thursday Curriculum Classes Begin
January 9 Monday Last Day To Add A Class*
January 16 Monday Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday
January 17 Tuesday Last Day For A Partial Refund/
	 Last Day To Drop with No Transcript
	 Grade/Census Date
March 12-16 Monday-Friday Spring Break
April 4 Wednesday Last Day To Withdraw With “WP” Grade
April 6 Friday Good Friday
May 3 Thursday Exam Study Day
May 4-8 Friday-Tuesday Final Exams
May 11 Friday Graduation
May 12 Saturday Graduation (Rain Date)
Summer Semester 2012
May 21 Monday Curriculum Classes Begin
May 22 Tuesday Last Day To Add A Class*
May 25 Friday Last Day For A Partial Refund/
	 Last Day To Drop with No Transcript
	 Grade/Census Date
May 28 Monday Memorial Day Holiday
July 2-6 Monday-Friday Independence Day Holidays
July 17 Tuesday Last Day To Withdraw With “WP” Grade
August 2 Thursday Curriculum Classes End
*Instructor permission is required to add a class beyond this date.
See “Drop and Add” policy.
CALENDAR
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THE COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION
Dr. Randy Parker..................................................................... President
Dr. Angela Ballentine.............................Vice President of Instruction
Mat Williams..................Vice President of Finance and Operations
Vanessa Jones......... Vice President of Community and Economic Development
Dr. Ken Lewis................. Vice President of Information Technology
Gene Purvis..................................... Vice President of Student Afairs
Jo Anna Jones… Vice President of Institutional Advancement/Endowment Director
Katherine Williamson..........................Director of Human Resources
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
2010-2011
Donald C. Seifert, Sr......................................................... Chair
J. David Brooks.........................................................Vice Chair
Henrieta H. Clark......................................................Secretary
J. David Brooks.......................................................... Granville County
Deborah F. Brown........................................................... Vance County
Henrietta H. Clark.......................................................... Vance County
John M. Foster................................................................. Vance County
Stanley H. Fox........................................................... Granville County
L. Opie Frazier, Jr. .......................................................... Vance County
Ronald E. Gregory.......................................................... Vance County
Abdul Sm Rasheed......................................................... Vance County
Donald C. Seifert, Sr....................................................... Vance County
Ernest Thompson...................................................... Granville County
Dr. Doris Terry Williams................................................ Vance County
Sara C. Wester.................................................................. Vance County
Ralph S. Knot..........................................Franklin County (ex-oficio)
Ruby Downey............................................Warren County (ex-oficio)
John K. Nelms................................................. ………Trustee Emeritus
President , Student Government Association..... Student Representative
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THE COLLEGE
The North Carolina General Assembly founded Vance-Granville
Community College as Vance County Technical Institute in 1969. After
offering classes in various community locations, VCTI officially moved
into renovated quarters of the former Maria Parham Hospital building
near downtown Henderson in January 1970 and began ofering extension
classes. By the fall of that year, eight vocational and technical courses were
added to the curriculum.
During the ensuing year, VCTI experienced a phenomenal growth in
enrollment, and the need for larger, more permanent facilities became in-creasingly
evident. The Board of Trustees requested that the Vance County
Board of Commissioners hold a $2 million bond referendum for that pur-pose.
Granville County representatives expressed interest in supporting
a united efort between the counties to construct and maintain the new
campus. A joint bond issue passed in 1972, and the name of the institution
was changed to Vance-Granville Technical Institute.
Located midway between Henderson and Oxford alongside Interstate
85, the new campus consisting of four buildings opened in August 1976,
just six weeks after the Legislature granted community college status, and
its name was changed to Vance-Granville Community College.
The College experienced such rapid growth that a fifth building was
added in 1978, while the College service area was expanded to include
Franklin County and a major portion of Warren County (VGCC was as-signed
responsibility for all of Warren County by the North Carolina Board
of Community Colleges in 2001).
In 1981, the General Assembly funded a special appropriation for
much-needed equipment for training purposes. That same year, seven new
programs were added to the general curricula, resulting in record-breaking
enrollments and the eventual opening of the first South Campus, a facility
in southern Granville County.
VGCC reactivated its Endowment Fund Corporation in 1982 to seek
contributions from the community for its scholarship program and other
support for the college. The fund at that time held approximately $15,000,
but since then has received gifts of more than $6 million. Over 6,000 students
have received scholarships through the Endowment Fund in recognition
of their academic achievement.
In 1984, the College reached another plateau in its physical growth plan
when it received $1.1 million in construction funds from the General As-sembly.
These funds supported a new Student Admissions/Skills Training
Center, built in 1985 on the main campus; a new, permanent South Campus
complex in Granville County; and a new campus in Warren County. Both
campuses were completed in 1988.
With the opening of new entrance and exit ramps of Interstate 85 in
1988, improved access to the Main Campus resulted in bringing the College
closer to its students as well as enhancing its visibility.
VGCC met still another long-range goal in 1989 with the construction
of a $2 million Small Business/Civic Center on the Main Campus.
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Significant growth in the 1980s underscored VGCC’s ongoing efforts
in the 1990s to serve area citizens with new and improved educational op-portunities
that included the opening of a new campus in Franklin County
in 1991.
The year 1993 brought more good news for the College’s growth plans,
as North Carolina voters passed a $200 million Community College Bond
Referendum. VGCC’s share of the monies, $4.2 million, was earmarked for a
variety of construction and renovation projects. Part of the funds supported
the construction of a new classroom/day care building, completed in the
summer of 1996 on Main Campus. Other funds helped with construction,
renovation and expansion needs at the other three campuses.
In 2000, growth plans received a significant boost as North Carolina
voters passed a Higher Education Facilities bond referendum, from which
VGCC received $17.1 million over a six-year period for new construction
and renovations at all four campuses. The first money from these funds was
used for the construction of a new three-story Technology, Occupational
Extension and Basic Skills building, completed on VGCC’s main campus
in September 2003. The largest of all the College’s facilities, the structure
houses technology systems and labs for a number of programs, as well as
classes for Public Services, the Small Business Center, Occupational Exten-sion
and Basic Skills. The Student Services Building was also expanded
to provide beter service to students and to provide space for a lab for the
Bioprocess Technology program, which began in Fall Semester 2005.
This expansion of Vance-Granville’s total physical plant and equipment
has helped accommodate a larger student enrollment. During 2009-2010,
the College served more than 16,700 curriculum and extension students.
Consistent with the structural and enrollment growth of the College has
been its increase in curriculum program offerings. Since 1997, several
new areas of study – focusing mainly on technology and health-related
subjects – have been added to its curricula. Meanwhile, the College has
expanded both its use of technology to deliver “distance education” for
21st-century students and its partnerships with school systems to allow
high school students to earn college credits.
CAMPUSES
The Main Campus of Vance-Granville Community College is located
midway between Oxford and Henderson on an 83-acre tract of land of
Interstate 85. The Main Campus consists of nine buildings, including a
Civic Center, totaling 249,320 square feet.
The College also ofers classes at three other campuses in the four-county
service area: South Campus, between Butner and Creedmoor
in southern Granville County; Warren County Campus, in downtown
Warrenton; and Franklin County Campus, west of Louisburg.
Since their formal dedication in the fall of 1988, both South Campus
and Warren County Campus have been renovated, enlarged and improved
to accommodate a growing number of students.
South Campus consists of one building of 49,175 square feet, including
a major two-story addition completed in January 2007.
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Warren County Campus today includes four buildings totaling 29,505
square feet, the most recent addition being a classroom building that
opened in January 2005.
Franklin County Campus, which first opened its doors to students
in 1991, shared space in a local government building before moving in
1998 to its permanent new home outside Louisburg. The campus added
two structures in 2001: the Biotechnology Lab/classroom building and a
multipurpose facility. The completion of a two-story building in 2006 gave
the campus five buildings, totaling 62,639 square feet.
CORE VALUES
• We value exemplary teaching and effective learning.
• We value our students, hold high expectations for them and are com-mitted
to helping them achieve their goals.
• We value access and opportunity while maintaining quality.
• We value honesty, integrity, excellence and the worth and dignity of
all people.
• We value community partnerships.
• We value open communication at all levels.
• We value continuous growth and improvement for personal and
professional development.
• We value the earth and the conservation of its resources.
Vision
Vance-Granville Community College is a leader in educational services
that support the local economy by preparing a globally competitive work-force
and developing students' academic and life skills.
Mision
The mission of Vance-Granville Community College is to provide excel-lent,
outcome-based education and training programs that promote and
sustain the global competitiveness and the intellectual, economic, social
and cultural development of our students and communities.
Goals
1. Maximize student success in courses, programs, graduation and the
workforce, insuring that graduates are proficient in communication
skills, technological skills, critical thinking, quantitative reasoning,
global and cultural awareness, and occupational skills.
2. Promote excellence and innovation in teaching and educational pro-grams
designed to help students, faculty and staf achieve personal,
academic and career goals.
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3. Promote and support economic development through strong academic,
technical, workforce development, and training programs that meet
business/industry needs.
4. Develop and maintain partnerships with community groups, local
schools, and higher education.
5 Ensure fiscal and academic accountability through an effective planning
process.
6. Build and maintain safe, secure and sustainable facilities that support
the mission of the college.
OPEN DOOR PHILOSOPHY
Vance-Granville Community College, through its open door philosophy,
is committed to serving all individuals who seek knowledge or new skills
to improve their quality of life. This open door philosophy was described
by W. Dallas Herring, the “father” of the North Carolina Community Col-lege
System, in 1964.
The only valid philosophy for North Carolina is the philosophy of total education,
a belief in the incomparable worth of all human beings, whose claims upon the state
are equal before the law and equal before the bar of public opinion; whose talents
(however great or however limited or however diferent from the traditional), the
State needs and must develop to the fullest possible degree. That is why the doors
to the institutions in North Carolina’s System of Community Colleges must never
be closed to anyone of suitable age who can learn what they teach. We must take
the people where they are and carry them as far as they can go within the assigned
function of the system. If they cannot read, then we will simply teach them to
read and make them proud of their achievement. If they did not finish high school
but have a mind to do it, then we will ofer them a high school education at a time
and in a place convenient to them and at a price within their reach. If their talent
is technical or vocational, then we will simply ofer them instruction, whatever
the field, however complex or however simple, that will provide them with the
knowledge and the skill they can sell in the marketplaces of our State, and thereby
contribute to its scientific and industrial growth. If their needs are in the great
tradition of liberal education, then we will simply provide them the instruction,
extending through two years of standard college work, which will enable them to
go to the University or to senior college and on into life in numbers unheard of
before in North Carolina. If their needs are for cultural advancement, intellectual
growth or civic understanding, then we will simply make available to them the
wisdom of the ages and the enlightenment of our times and help them to maturity.
						 -W.D. Herring, 1964
Performance Measures and Standards
In February 1999, the North Carolina Board of Community Colleges
adopted eight performance measures for accountability. The list of perfor-mance
measures focuses primarily on student success and serves as one of
the college’s accountability tools.
Each performance measure includes a description, the standard that
must be achieved, and the college’s performance for that measure. The
information listed is the most recent data available. It is updated as soon
as new information is received. Additional information on performance
measures and other accountability factors are available in Vance-Granville
Community College’s Ofice of Planning and Research.
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NCCCS PERFORMANCE MEASURES 2008-2009
Performance Measures Performance System 	 VGCC
	 	 	 Standard Average Achievement
A-*Progress of Basic Skills Students 75% 82% 	 83%
B-*Aggregate Institutional passing rate: 80% 85% 	 84%
Passing Rates on Licensure & Certification Examinations: Two Standards must be met for this measure:
BLET 	 	 70% 93% 90%
Cosmetology 		 70% 86% 	 80%
Cosmetology Apprentice 	 70% 86% 	 91%
Manicurist 	 70% ** 	 **
EMT 	 	 70% 84% 95%
EMT-I 70% 64% 37%
EMT-P 70% 69% **
Practical Nursing 70% 95% 97%
Registered Nursing 70% 89% 100%
Radiography 	 70% 95% 100%
Real Estate 70% 69% **
C-*Performance of College Transfer Students: 83% 84.2% 89%
D-Passing Rates of Students in 75% 80% 84%
Developmental Courses:
E-Success Rate of Developmental Students in Subsequent College-Level Courses:
1. Success rate of those who did not take development courses
	
	
80% 86% 89%
2. Success rate of those who did take development courses
	
	
	
	 80% 86% 98%
F-Satisfaction of Program
Completers and Non-Completers: 90% 99% 98%
G-Curriculum Student Retention & Graduation: 65% 65% 67%
H-Business/Industry Satisfaction with Services Provided:
	 	 	 90% 97% 	 93%
(Three-year average annual headcount of a minimum of 10 students)
Source: North Carolina Community College System. Critical Success Factors report for detailed
analysis of these data & methodologies. NCCCS Web Page: www.ncccs.cc.nc.us/Publications/index.html
*Performance Funding Measures: H=Local Choice
VISITORS
Visitors are always welcome at Vance-Granville Community College.
Members of the Counseling Services Division or campus deans will con-duct
campus tours for individuals or groups as desired. Please call the
Director of Counseling for an appointment.
Inquiries about the College and its programs should be directed to the
Vice President of Student Afairs or the Vice President of Community and
Economic Development.
Visitors are not permited to attend classes or contact students on campus
without permission from the Vice President of Student Affairs, or the
campus deans at the Franklin, South, and Warren county campuses.
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DISCLOSURE and Consumer Information
The Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 (HEOA) contains
numerous federal reporting and disclosure requirements for information
from various administrative areas of higher education institutions. In order
to make this information readily available, Vance-Granville Community
College has created an information page on our Website which is designed
to provide quick access to this data. Questions may be directed to the Vice
President of Student Afairs. The information can be found at www.vgcc.
edu.
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
If an emergency arises, students should inform the nearest college em-ployee.
First aid equipment is located in key locations and shops throughout
the Main Campus and satellite campuses. When an emergency exists that
requires treatment beyond simple first aid, the nearest rescue unit will be
notified. All emergency cases will be referred to the nearest hospital for
treatment. Any expense for medical assistance will be the responsibility
of the injured individual and his/her family.
The right to call for outside medical assistance in medical emergencies
will be left to the judgment of the College staf member present at the scene
of the emergency.
ID CARDS
All students enrolled in curriculum classes will be issued ID cards at
the beginning of his or her initial enrollment. A semester validation sticker
will be required each additional semester.
Curriculum students should have their valid student ID at all times
while on campus and be able to provide their ID when requested by VGCC
staff or security personnel. There is a replacement cost to reissue lost or
damaged ID cards.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Should it appear that adverse weather or other factors would neces-sitate
closing of Vance-Granville Community College, the President, or his
representative, shall make the final decision. Classes missed as the result
of the closing of the College due to adverse weather or other factors shall
be made up using a method to be determined by the President of the Col-lege.
Notice of the College closing will be made on local television and radio
stations and on a taped message at (252) 492-2061 and on the VGCC web
page at www.vgcc.edu.
PHOTO USAGE STATEMENT
Vance-Granville Community College reserves the right to make
photographs, video, motion pictures, and electronic images of students
and others on the college's campuses and to use those images for news,
marketing/advertising and promotional purposes.
All photographs are the exclusive property of Vance-Granville Com-munity
College and may be edited. Images may also be shared with the
North Carolina Community College System Ofice and others. Objection
to the use of an individual's image in the manner stated above must be
made in writing to the Director of Marketing.
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Admissions,
Registration
& Records
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Vance-Granville Community College maintains an “open door”
admissions policy. Placement of students in certain academic curriculum
programs of instruction is selective and all students are required to be
high school or GED graduates. The College serves all individuals who
can benefit from instruction, regardless of race, creed, sex, age, religion,
national origin, disability or other non-relevant factors.
Admission to a specific program of study is based upon guidelines
developed to help the student determine his/her chances of success in
that career field. Before the student is admited to any curriculum degree,
diploma, or certificate program, placement testing and academic advising
are required. Students who are uncertain about a program of study are
referred to the Career Center for assistance. When placement test scores or
other evidence indicate a lack of readiness to pursue a specific curriculum,
the student will be placed in developmental courses or may be encouraged
to reevaluate occupational and/or educational goals.
Students entering all programs are required to be high school or GED
graduates. Exceptions to this rule require review by the appropriate depart-ment
and division dean with a recommendation for approval/disapproval
to the Vice President of Instruction.
General Admissions Procedures
1. Submit a completed admissions application.
2. Submit oficial transcripts of all secondary and post-secondary
education. Home-schooled students must produce evidence of
completion of a state registered home school program. Students
entering a program of study have up to one semester of atendance
to submit all oficial transcripts. No financial aid will be awarded
until all admissions requirements are met, including receipt of all
transcripts.
3. Students who have graduated from institutions outside the United
States must document completion of a nationally recognized sec-ondary
school diploma.
4. Take placement test unless exempt by college credit or standardized
test scores. (See page 24)
5. Document NC State residency if requested by the Admissions of-fice.
6. Meet with academic advisor to schedule classes.
The College reserves the right to evaluate special cases and to refuse
admission to applicants when considered advisable in the best interest of
the applicant and the College.
Note: Students who have an associate degree or higher from an accredited college or university
are not required to submit high school transcripts. (Exception: Students entering Health Sciences
programs must submit high school transcripts.)
Selective Admissions
Selective admissions are used for programs of study that have limited
openings. In addition to the standard procedures required of all applicants,
students seeking enrollment in Associate Degree Nursing, Basic Law En-forcement
Training (BLET), Cosmetology Instructor, Medical Assisting,
Pharmacy Technology, Practical Nursing, and Radiography must meet
specific departmental requirements. For selection to specific programs of
study, students should direct inquiries to the Admissions/Records Ofice.
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Selective Admissions Procedures
1. Applicants must qualify on placement examinations as prescribed
by the program of study.
2. Applicants must meet secondary school or post-secondary course
requirements as established for specific programs of study.
3. After all admissions requirements have been met by the applicant,
official admission is contingent upon proof of satisfactory physical
health as required by regulatory agencies.
4. Final selection will be determined by the number of openings in the
program of study and by the applicant’s evaluation and ranking.
5. Successful clinical placement requires a "clean" criminal background
check conducted and reviewed by the clinical site.
Transfer Admissions
The student who has successfully completed courses at other post-secondary
institutions must adhere to the same procedures as an incom-ing
freshman. The student is responsible for submiting an application for
admission and oficial transcripts of all previous educational experience.
(An oficial transcript is one that is mailed directly from the previous high
school, college or university to Vance-Granville Community College, or
is submited by the applicant in an oficially sealed envelope from the
educational institution.)
Upon receipt, all oficial transcripts from accredited, post-secondary
institutions will be evaluated by the Registrar in accordance with the fol-lowing
statements:
1. Transfer credit may not exceed 75 percent of the total credit hours
required to complete the desired program of study.
2. All credit to be transferred must be equivalent to course oferings in
the applicant’s chosen major or program of study as stated on the
Application for Admission.
3. No grade lower than a “C” will be transferred.
4. Eligible college credit which was completed over 10 years prior to
the semester in which the student is admited to VGCC will not be
transferable unless the applicant has completed that coursework
as part of a completed associate degree or higher. Additionally, ap-plicants
to the selective admissions Health Science programs must
have completed BIO-prefix classes within 10 years prior to the most
recent application to the College, and NUR-prefix classes within
three years to be considered transferable. Finally, the transferability
of all computer information systems or any software-related course-work
is subject to approval by the Academic Dean due to the rapid
technological changes in this area of study.
5. Transfer credit will not influence the student’s quality point aver-age
or grade point average, and will not be evaluated in graduation
honors or awards. Transfer credit is recorded on the VGCC transcript
with a grade of “TR.”
6. Students with questions regarding transfer credit should contact the
Registrar. Students have a right to appeal transfer credit decisions
to the appropriate Academic Dean by submitting a transfer credit
appeal request form to the Registrar's office.
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Readmission Procedures
A student who previously atended VGCC but was not enrolled during
the previous three years must submit a new application for admission to
the Admissions/Records Ofice. If the applicant was enrolled in another
college during the interval, he/she must request that college to send an
oficial transcript to the Admissions/Records Office.
A former student will not be readmited until all former and current
indebted obligations to any program or activity under the administrative
jurisdiction of the College have been satisfied.
Students seeking readmission into Health Sciences programs must
meet additional requirements. Students may contact a counselor for details
concerning these requirements.
ADMISSIONS UNDER SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Admission of Undocumented Aliens:  As of July 2010, undocumented
immigrant students are admissible to North Carolina Community Colleges
with the following limitations: 1) Community Colleges shall only admit
an undocumented immigrant if he or she atended and graduated from a
United States public high school, private high school or home school that
operates in compliance with State or local law. 2) Any undocumented im-migrant
student is required to pay the out-of-state tuition rate regardless
of the number of years he or she has resided in the state. 3) Additionally,
undocumented immigrant students are not permited to have registra-tion
priority over students who are lawfully present in the United States.
Consequently, undocumented immigrant students are not permited to
register until the conclusion of the last published registration period.
In order to comply with these regulations, undocumented immigrant
students should follow the same admission and residency classification
procedures as all other students, but will not be allowed to register for
classes through WebAdvisor or during any early registration period. In-stead
all students classified as undocumented immigrants should bring
their completed registration forms to the Registrar to be held until the end
of registration. After the close of registration, undocumented immigrant
students will be registered into any available classes. This procedure is in
keeping with the North Carolina Administrative Code 23 NCAC 02C.0301.
Special Credit Students: Students not seeking a certificate, diploma,
or associate degree may enroll as a special credit student for a maximum
of twelve (12) semester hours of credit. Students enrolled in this status
are not required to take the placement test for enrollment into curriculum
courses that do not have prerequisites and do not have to meet the tran-script
requirements for curriculum programs. Special students must take
the placement test in order to enroll into courses which have prerequisite
requirements.
Students classified as “special credit students” are ineligible to receive
most types of financial aid. Students who plan to take more than twelve
(12) semester hours of credit must take the placement test, complete the
regular admission requirements, and declare an academic program of
study.
Dual or Concurrent Enrollment Students: Qualified high school
students at least 16 years of age may enroll in courses at the 100 level or
above if writen permission (dual enrollment form) is obtained from their
school principal. These courses allow students to earn college credit and
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earn appropriate credentials. These courses may also count as high school
credit at the discretion of the high school administration. Dual enrollment
students must have satisfactory results on the placement examination,
ACT or SAT scores for their particular classes taken. These students are
not allowed to displace adult students, and therefore must register on the
last day of late registration during designated hours.
Cooperative Programs for High School Students:
Cooperative program classes are curriculum classes numbered 100 level
or above that are requested by the local school systems that may be dificult
to offer as a regular high school course due to expensive equipment, facili-ties,
or stafing. Students must be qualified high school students in grades
9-12, and must have satisfactory results on placement test (if required)
for their particular classes. High school students enrolled in these classes
receive college and high school credit under the guidelines of the Huskins
Bill.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT admisions
International students are admitted in accordance with federal US
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (USICE) regulations that govern
non-immigrant student visa (F-1) status. Vance-Granville Community
College is authorized by the USCIS to issue I-20 Forms to qualified inter-national
applicants for Associate degree programs. In summary, before
being admited, an international student must:
1. Submit an Application for Admission with the applicant’s original
signature;
2. Present oficial TOEFL, SAT or ACT scores that document academic
English ability, or acceptable scores in English, Reading and Math-ematics
on the college placement test batery. (This option is only
available to international applicants who are already in the U.S. on
another valid non-immigrant visa type);
3. Submit oficial secondary and/or high school and college or univer-sity
transcripts (if applicable). Transcripts must be submited with
the application for admission in sealed envelopes or mailed directly
to VGCC from the overseas institution, and must be translated to
English if necessary;
4. Submit an Afidavit of Support completed by the applicant’s sponsor
and accompanied by an original bank leter or statement that certi-fies
the availability of suficient funds to cover all expenses, food,
housing, and transportation.
5. Submit a one semester tuition deposit (approximately $3,500 to
$4,000.)
All admissions requirements must be met before the College can issue
an I-20 Form to an international applicant.
International students are considered out-of-state for tuition purposes
as long as they hold a non-immigrant visa, and are not eligible for state
or federal financial aid. International students are required to study on a
full-time basis (at least 12 hours) every fall and spring semester, and are
not eligible for employment except under limited circumstances. All nec-essary
forms and additional details regarding the application process for
international applicants are available on the VGCC web site at: www.vgcc.
edu/Admissions//international-students.cfm.
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STUDENT ASSESSMENT AND PLACEMENT TESTING
The purpose of placement testing is to match the academic readiness
of the incoming student with the academic requirements of the curricu-lum.
Any new applicant to a certificate, diploma, or degree program is
required to take a placement test prior to the initial registration. Special
credit students may be exempt from placement testing in some instances
based on exemptions listed on page 22, Admissions under Special Condi-tions.
A returning student who has not been at VGCC during the past
five calendar years and who has not successfully completed any General
Education course numbered 111 or higher must retake the placement test
and enroll in courses as indicated by his or her scores.
Placement scores will be used for the purpose of academic advising
and appropriate course placement, including remediation if needed, as in-dicated
by the placement test results. Prior preparation is strongly advised
before taking the placement test. Study guides are available in Student
Afairs at the main campus, at each satellite campus, and online at htp://
www.vgcc.edu/TestingCenter/testing-studyguides.cfm. Students who lack basic
academic skills necessary to be successful in college course work as indi-cated
by the results of the placement test will be given an opportunity to
remediate academic deficiencies through developmental courses. Students
who place at the Adult Basic Skills level in reading and/or writing will not
be allowed to enroll in any curriculum program, including developmental
courses until additional assessment and remediation has been completed.
Students may test and retest once prior to the semester in which they
are enrolling. Retesting must be scheduled prior to the first day of the se-mester.
The higher score will be used for placement. There is a minimum
wait of ten days between the first and second administration of the test to
ensure time for review.
Students who have not enrolled in a developmental English, reading,
or math class for twelve months after testing may test and retest prior to
the semester in which they are enrolling. The most recent scores (or higher
of the most recent test-retest scores) will be used for placement. Once a
student has enrolled in developmental classes, retesting is not allowed to
place out of those courses. Any additional testing beyond the initial test-retest
will require special approval through the Dean of Arts & Sciences
and/or the VP of Instruction. Placement test scores are valid for five years.
WAIVER OF PLACEMENT TESTING
The placement test may be waived for the following applicants:
1. Transfer students who have successfully completed transferable
college or university-level courses in English and/or mathematics
from an accredited post-secondary institution.
2. Applicants who scored 500 or beter, on the Scholastic Assessment
Test (SAT) on the critical reading, writing, and mathematics sections,
or 19 on the American College Test (ACT) with neither English,
reading, or mathematics below a 19. Only scores less than five (5)
years old at the time of application will be accepted.
3. Applicants who have taken placement tests within five years at
another NC Community College may transfer those scores to VGCC.
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TESTING SCHEDULE
The placement test is periodically scheduled throughout each academic
term. Testing sessions are scheduled at all campuses during a variety of
times to accommodate students. Students are scheduled for placement
testing once their Application for Admission is received by the college.
Applicants who may need special accommodations should contact the
Director of Counseling prior to their scheduled test date.
Note: Applicants should not bring children to testing sessions.
RESIDENCE STATUS FOR TUITION PURPOSES
The tuition charge for persons who have been legal residents of North
Carolina for at least 12 months is less than for non-residents. G.S.116-143.1
of N.C. State Statutes covers the requirements for determining resident
status for tuition purposes. A portion of G.S.116-143.1 is quoted as fol-lows:
To qualify as a resident for tuition purposes, a person must have
established legal residence (domicile) in North Carolina and maintained
that legal residence for at least 12 months immediately prior to his/her clas-sification
as a resident for tuition purposes. Every applicant for admission
shall be required to make a statement as to his/her length of residence in
the State. To be eligible for classification as a resident for tuition purposes,
a person must establish that his/her presence in the State currently is,
and during the requisite 12-month qualifying period was, for purposes
of maintaining a bona fide domicile rather than of maintaining a mere
temporary residence or abode incident to enrollment in an institution of
higher education.
An individual shall not be classified as a resident for tuition purposes
“... until he or she has provided such evidence related to legal residence
and its duration as may be required by officials of the institution...”
Information relating to claimed North Carolina residence for tuition
purposes shall be required from all applicants claiming to be North Caro-lina
residents, and a determination shall be made by the Registrar as to
whether or not the applicant qualifies for in-state tuition rates. Should the
ruling be contrary to the applicant’s expectation, it may be appealed to
the Student Afairs Commitee of the College. Should the Student Afairs
Commitee’s ruling be contrary to the applicant’s expectation, it may be
appealed to the State Residence Commitee. In the event that an appeal is
deemed necessary, full information on procedures shall be provided by
the Vice President of Student Afairs.
The burden of establishing facts that justify classification of a stu-dent
as a resident entitled to in-state tuition rates is on the applicant for
such classification.
Decisions by the College will be based on the requirements of the
General Statutes of North Carolina and regulations specified in “A Manual
to Assist the Public Higher Education Institutions of North Carolina in
the Mater of Student Residence Classification for Tuition Purposes.”
Applicants with questions not covered by this section should contact the
Registrar.
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REGISTRATION
Registration is the process of enrolling in a schedule of courses or a
program at the beginning of each term or at other specified times. Enroll-ment
in a course is determined by proper registration and subsequent
payment for that course.
New Students
For registration purposes, “new students” are defined as those students
who are enrolling at VGCC for the first time. New students should:
1. Complete an Application for Admission and apply for financial aid
as early as possible. (2 to 3 months before the start of classes);
2. Atend orientation;
3. Schedule an appointment to meet with their academic advisor;
4. Register on the designated registration dates;
5. Obtain a student I.D. and parking permit; and
6. Complete the registration process by paying tuition and fees.
Returning Students
For registration purposes “returning students” are defined as those
students who are currently enrolled or who have been previously enrolled
during the last year in the same academic program. Returning students
may be eligible for priority registration and are encouraged to preregister
with their academic advisor for the following term as soon as notification
is given. Returning students need to follow steps 3 through 6 listed above
(under New Student section.) Students must reapply for Financial Aid
every year by March or April to ensure that funding is in place in time for
registration.
Change of Academic Program
There are times when a student’s aptitude and interests may be beter
served by a change of major. A student who is considering a change from
one program to another must meet with a member of the Counseling Ser-vices
staf to explore the possibilities and implications of such a change, and
complete a Student Reapplication Update form. Students should consider
carefully before changing their academic program, and are discouraged
from changing more than once per year.
Students who change their academic program will have their
transcript(s) re-evaluated for possible transfer credit. Previously granted
transfer credit from other colleges or universities may be revised as a result
of a change of academic program.
Veterans should consult with the Veterans’ Oficer before making a
change; the Department of Veterans Afairs will not pay for some types of
training.
Note: Federal financial aid regulations require that all hours taken in all majors
will be counted toward the maximum allowed for payment. (See Financial Infor-mation,
beginning on page 43, for a complete explanation.)
Readmission of Students
A student who previously atended Vance-Granville Community Col-lege
but was not enrolled during the previous three years must reactivate
an application with the Admissions/Records Ofice. If the applicant was
enrolled in another college during the interval, he/she must request that
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college to send an official transcript of academic work to the Admissions/
Records Ofice. Students need to complete a new application for admis-sion
and follow steps 3 through 6 listed on page 26 (under New Student
section).
CHANGE IN REGISTRATION
Any changes in registration must be approved by the academic advisor.
Course changes proposed by the student and approved by the academic
advisor must be shown on the Change of Registration (Drop/Add) form.
Note: Adding or dropping a class may affect the financial aid award.
Drop and Add
Courses may be added during the registration dates and published
drop/add dates at the beginning of each term. To add or drop classes, a
student must follow the steps below or complete the procedure through
WebAdvisor:
1. Obtain a Change of Registration (Drop/Add)form from the Admis-sions/
Records Office, satellite campus office, or website, and fill it
	 out completely;
2. Have academic advisor or counselor approve the change and sign
the form;
3. Sign the form and return it to the Admissions/Records Ofice or
satellite campus office for updating registration;
4. If adding, take the form to the Business Ofice/Cashier for tuition
payment, or pay through WebAdvisor.
5. If adding, attend next scheduled class meeting. Due to varied depart-mental
atendance requirements, classes missed prior to registration
may count as absences.
Request for WP Grade after the 75% Point
A student can petition in writing for a WP Grade to the Vice Presi-dent
of Student Afairs after the 75-percent point of a term, if mitigating
circumstances warrant. Approval can only be granted with permission
of the instructor, academic dean, Vice President of Instruction and Vice
President of Student Afairs. The burden of explanation and documentation
of mitigating circumstances lies with the student. Students should obtain
"WP" forms from the Vice President of Student Afairs or Campus Deans.
Class Cancellation Policy
Vance-Granville Community College reserves the right to cancel any
class due to low registration and/or attendance.
Drop and Withdrawal from a Course(s)
Oficial withdrawal from a course(s) is permissible at any point during
the term with certain restrictions. No grade will be recorded for dropping
a class during the refund period of each term (see note below). Oficial
withdrawals after the refund period of the term and on or before the 75-
percent point of the term will be recorded as a “WP” grade if the student
initiates and properly completes the official withdrawal process. If the
student stops atending without officially withdrawing from a course before
or after the 75-percent point of the term, the student may receive a "WF"
grade for the course. After the 75-percent point in the term, a “WF” grade
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may be assigned by the instructor for excessive absences or a student may
elect to receive a "WF" grade prior to the beginning of the exam period.
There is no academic penalty for a "WP" or "WF" grade; however, for
federal financial aid purposes, the course(s) given "WP" and "WF" grades
may count as hours atempted but not earned. Any student who is receiv-ing
Veteran's benefits needs to check with the Veteran's Oficer prior to
withdrawing from any course since benefits will not be paid for a "WP" or
"WF" grade.
Note #1: Curriculum students who oficially withdraw from the College prior to
the first day of the semester are eligible for a 100-percent refund of tuition. Stu-dents
who withdraw after the beginning of the term but by the 10-percent point
are eligible for a 75-percent refund.
Note #2: Students are advised that all signatures required to complete a Change
of Registration form must be obtained by the student. Students must realize that
instructors are not available at all times and gathering signatures on the final day
of the withdrawal process may not be possible. Deadlines are enforced.
Auditing Courses
A student may elect to audit a course or courses by checking the
appropriate column on the Registration form. This option may only be
selected during the oficial registration or drop/add period of each term.
Those students who audit receive no credit and do not have to take any
examinations; otherwise, participation in class is on the same basis as a
credit student. The fee for auditing is the same as the fee for credit.
Note: No federal or state financial aid or veterans’ benefits are payable for audit
courses.
Collection of Social Security Numbers
Vance-Granville Community College is legally authorized to collect
student social security numbers in order to comply with certain federal
and state reporting requirements, and to meet the business imperatives of
the college. Beginning fall semester 2007, the college will no longer use
student social security numbers as the primary method for student identi-fication,
but rather use a unique computer generated ID number. Questions
concerning the use of social security numbers should be directed to the
Vice President of Student Afairs or the Registrar.
Course Load
A student’s normal load will be from 12 to 16 credit hours per term.
Students enrolled for 12 or more credit hours will be considered full-time
students. Students who wish to carry credit hour loads of more than 21
hours per term must obtain approval of their academic advisor and aca-demic
Dean.
Course Substitution
Under extenuating circumstances, a student may apply to his/her ad-visor
for approval of a course substitution. A course substitution requires
final approval by the appropriate academic Dean and the Vice President
of Instruction, and the completed Course Substitution form must be on
file in the Registrar's ofice. A student in technical or vocational programs
may take higher level courses than those required for graduation in his/her
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curriculum in the following areas: math, English, humanities, science, or
social sciences.
Release of Information
Writen approval of the student is required before a transcript or any
information from his/her oficial record may be released. Exceptions to the
above include:
1. The Admissions/Records Ofice may release information from oficial
records to faculty and staff members of Vance-Granville Community
College whose responsibilities require this information.
2. The Admissions/Records Ofice may honor appropriate requests for
directory-type information from student records. VGCC defines the
following as directory:
	 • Name 	 • Program of Study
	 • Address 	 • Degrees and awards received
	 • Dates of Enrollment • E-mail addresses
	 • Participation in sanctioned campus activities or athletics
3. The Solomon Amendment requires by federal law that the college
release the following information, in addition to directory informa-tion,
to military recruiters when requested:
	 • Date of Birth 	 • Telephone Number
Each student has the right to inspect or review the educational records
maintained by the college that are directly related to that student. Edu-cational
records include admission documents, registration documents,
grades, and other supporting documents maintained by the college. Edu-cational
records also include tests, assignments, and grade calculations
maintained by faculty.
All requests to inspect and review educational records shall be made
by the student in writing to the Registrar with the exception of requests
for tests, assignments, and grade calculations for specific courses. Those
requests shall be made to the appropriate academic or campus dean. The
college will comply within a reasonable time period not to exceed forty-five
days after the request is made. It should be noted that some records such
as tests, assignments, and grade calculations maintained by the faculty are
only kept for a limited time and are not maintained permanently. Students
may also request in writing to the Registrar to amend their educational
record if they feel the record is in error. Such request will be reviewed
by the Registrar and Vice President of Student Afairs, who will render a
decision.
Students may file a writen complaint with the Family Policy Compli-ance
Ofice regarding an alleged violation by the college to comply with
requirements of FERPA. The Ofice’s address is Family Policy Compliance
Ofice, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave., S.W., Washington,
DC 20202.
Release of Information: Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act
(FERPA)
Vance-Granville Community College, in compliance with the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, releases no personal, identifi-able
information about students without the writen approval from the
student. Exceptions to this practice are those types of information defined
by law as “directory information.”
The directory information may be published or made available without
the consent of the student. However, any student not wishing any of these
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types of information released may request in writing to the Vice President
of Student Afairs that it not be released.
Student Records
An oficial record of all the student’s courses, credits, grades, official
transcripts, and other relevant documentation is kept in the Admissions/
Records Ofice. Each student should maintain a record of courses, credits,
and grades each term and periodically check to see that his/her records
agree with that of the College.
Transcript Request
When an oficial request in writing or through WebAdvisor is made
by the student, transcripts of the student’s record will be sent to other col-leges,
universities, employers, and to the student. A Transcript Request
form should be submited to the Admissions/Records Ofice a minimum
of three business days prior to the time a student wants his/her transcript
mailed. A fee of $2.00 will be charged for each oficial transcript requested by the
student.
In order to assure that transcripts will not be mailed until a student
has discharged all obligations to the College, the student must complete
a Transcript Request form (available in the Admissions/Records Ofice
or at htp://www.vgcc.edu/Registration-Records/Forms/transcript-request.pdf).
Transcripts received by VGCC from other secondary or post-secondary
institutions cannot be released to the student.
ADMISSIONS, REGISTRATION & RECORDS
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DEGREES, DIPLOMAS, AND CERTIFICATES
The College ofers the following degrees, diplomas or certificates for
students who successfully complete approved programs of instruction:
1. The Associate in Arts and Associate in Science degrees are award-ed
to students majoring in college transfer programs and who may
plan to transfer to four-year colleges or universities after complet-ing
their community college program.
2. The Associate in Applied Science Degree is awarded to students
majoring in one of the technical curricula and who plan to obtain
full-time employment upon graduation from the college.
3. The Associate in General Education Degree is awarded to students
majoring in courses designed for personal growth and develop-ment
leading to variable employment opportunities.
4. A Diploma is awarded to students who complete the minimum of
36 credit hours.
5. A Certificate is awarded to students who complete approved pro-grams
less than one year in length with a minimum of 12 credit
hours. Certificates are only awarded from core, major, or elective
courses ofered in the diploma or AAS programs.
STUDENT CLASSIFICATION
FRESHMAN: A student who has earned fewer than 36 semester hours
of credit.
SOPHOMORE: A student who has earned 36 or more semester hours
of credit.
FULL-TIME OR REGULAR STUDENT: A student who is registered
for 12 or more credit hours.
PART-TIME STUDENT: A student who is taking fewer than 12 credit
hours.
SPECIAL CREDIT STUDENT: A student who is not seeking a degree
or who is auditing a course and has earned fewer than 12 credit
hours.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Advanced placement is ofered to students who, because of their
demonstrated abilities, are qualified to accelerate their studies. Advanced
credit may be awarded in the following ways:
1. Credit by Examination (see following section for details);
2. Successful completion of the general or subject examination of the
College Level Examination Program (CLEP);
3. Successful completion of Advanced Placement Exam as adminis-tered
by the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB);
4. Successful completion of subject standardized tests (DSST) of the
Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES);
and
5. Transfer credit from accredited, post-secondary institutions as
outlined in the Admissions section. In cases of all standardized
examinations, oficial score reports must be submited to the Reg-istrar
for evaluation of possible transfer credit.
CREDIT BY EXAMINATION
Regularly enrolled students who have reason to believe that previous
educational studies, training programs, or work experiences may entitle
them to course credit may request credit by examination.
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They must first register and pay the standard tuition fee per credit
hour for the course and then notify the instructor during the first class
meeting that they wish to challenge the course.
The examination will be administered by the appropriate department
and successful completion will result in a grade of “CE.” The credit hours
of the class will count toward graduation. Please note that most colleges
do not accept a “CE” grade as transfer credit.
The Credit by Examination form may be obtained from the ofice of
the Registrar. Note: No federal financial aid or veterans’ benefits are pay-able
for Credit by Examination (CE) courses.
The College does not award credit for experiential learning.
CONTACT HOURS AND CREDIT HOURS*
*Semester credit hours are awarded for classes as follows:
Classroom:…………………...16 contact hours = 1 semester hour of credit
Laboratory:……………32 or 48 contact hours = 1 semester hour of credit
Clinical:………………………....48 contact hours = 1 semester hour of credit
Cooperative Work Experience:…160 contact hours = 1 semester hour of credit
* Students should review specific courses in the course description sec-tion
of this catalog to determine the exact hours of each course as assigned
by the NC Community College System and described in the North Caro-lina
Administrative Code 23 NCAC 1A.0101.
PREREQUISITES
Prerequisites are required for many courses ofered at Vance-Gran-ville
Community College. These are intended to give the student some
measure of the proficiency expected for those beginning a given course.
 
The student, with assistance from his or her academic advisor, is respon-sible
for checking prerequisites at the time of registration.  Students fail-ing
to meet the required prerequisite(s) for a course(s) may be dropped
or withdrawn at any time the deficiency is discovered. Under certain cir-cumstances,
local prerequisites or co-requisites may be waived by submit-ting
a Request to Waive Prerequisite and Co-requisite form to the instructor
of the class in question. Approval is also required from the appropriate
academic program head and academic dean.
ACADEMIC ADVISING
Academic advising assists students in the planning and development
of their educational and career goals.
Courses selected by students must be approved by their advisor prior
to registration. The advisor or instructor must also approve all registra-tion
changes, such as dropping and adding courses.
Students are encouraged to meet with their advisor throughout each
term and discuss their academic progress. Although advisors are available
to assist students in a variety of ways, the final responsibility for meeting
all academic requirements for graduation rests with the students.
ATTENDANCE
Students are expected to be present at all scheduled classes and ex-aminations.
At the beginning of each course, the instructor will provide
the atendance requirements of the course on the course syllabus in accor-dance
with academic division atendance regulations. It is the responsi-bility
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dents are accountable for any work missed because of class absence. If the
student's absence is due to extenuating circumstances, it is the student’s
responsibility to contact the appropriate instructor(s) or a counselor. Ex-cessive
absences as defined by the instructor may result in a “WF” grade.
Students who fail to oficially drop or withdraw may receive a "WF" or "F"
grade in each course for which they were registered.
Student atendance in online courses is determined by completing
the course assignments on time and by how well the assignment is com-pleted.
GRADING SYSTEM AND QUALITY POINTS
A grading system is a method of recording faculty evaluations of stu-dent
progress and the fulfillment of class objectives. All students oficially
enrolled in courses must be awarded a grade in accordance with College
policies.
Grade Explanation Quality Points
Per Credit Hour
A Excellent Quality 4
B High Quality 3
C Average Quality 2
D Minimum Satisfactory Quality 1
F Unacceptable Quality 0
AU Audit *
CE Credit by Examination *
G# Grade Forgiven *
I Incomplete Grades *
NS No Show *
PA, PB, PC Passing Grade - Developmental *
RF Reschedule - Developmental *
TR Transfer Credit *
WF Withdrew Failing *
WP Withdrew Passing *
*Not computed in Grade Point Average.
‘AU’ Grade (Audit)
(No Credit) The audit grade indicates the student is enrolled for non-credit.
This is not counted in computing grade point averages. Neither
federal financial aid nor veterans’ benefits are payable for audited classes.
‘CE’ Grade (Credit by Examination)
The credit by examination grade indicates that the student has re-ceived
credit by examination for a course. Details of this procedure ap-pear
in the chapter on Academic Information. “CE” grades are not pay-able
by financial aid or veterans’ benefits.
‘G#’ Grade (Grade Forgiven)
(No Credit) The "G#" grade replaces a forgiven grade on the academic
transcript.  Starting with the 2009-2010 College catalog students may ap-ply
for forgiveness of "D" or "F" grades on their transcript under specific
conditions. See Academic Forgiveness for additional information, page
38.
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'I' Grade (Incomplete)
(No Credit) The incomplete grade is assigned in place of a grade
when students who are making satisfactory progress are unable to com-plete
all class assignments by the end of the semester.
The requirements for satisfactory completion of a course will be es-tablished
by the instructor in accordance with course objectives. The in-complete
“I” is temporary and must be changed to a grade within the
time period designated by the instructor, not to exceed eight weeks from
the beginning of the term following the one in which the course was tak-en.
At the end of the specified time period, unresolved “I” grades will
be converted to “F” grades. The “I” is used for verifiable, unavoidable
reasons and extends enrollment without requiring rescheduling of the
course.
Note: An extension to the eight weeks may be granted under certain circumstances to Coop-erative
Education students. All extensions must be approved by the Vice President of Student
Afairs and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
The instructor will award a permanent grade based upon course ob-jectives
successfully completed, and it is the responsibility of the student
to ensure satisfactory completion.
Incomplete grades are not payable by veterans’ benefits and may
also afect Federal Financial Aid Standards of Progress.
‘NS’ Grade (No Show)
(No Credit) The no show grade is a non-punitive grade that indicates
a student registered for, but never atended class.
‘PA,’ ‘PB,’ and ‘PC’ Grades (Passing - Developmental)
(No Credit) The passing grades are awarded in developmental
courses below the 100 level. The "PA", "PB", or "PC" indicates the stu-dent
passed the developmental class with an "A", "B", or "C" average. "P"
grades are not computed in grade point averages.
‘RF’ Grade (Reschedule - Developmental)
(No Credit) The reschedule grades are awarded in developmen-tal
courses below the 100 level. The “RF” indicates the student is mak-ing
progress but has not met minimum course objectives. The student
should reschedule the course during the next registration. The “RF” will
not be computed in grade point averages and no credit is awarded. (For
financial aid and/or veterans’ benefits, the “RF” grade is classified as non-punitive
for GPA purposes; however, it will afect Federal Financial Aid
Standards of Progress.)
'TR' Grade (Transfer Credit)
The transfer credit grade is awarded based on review of an oficial
transcript received from an accredited post-secondary institution. The
 
"TR" grade is not computed in Grade Point Average, but credit toward
graduation is earned.
‘WF’ Grade (Instructor initiated withdrawal)
(No Credit) “WF” indicates that the student oficially withdrew after
the 75% point of the semester, or the faculty initiated the student's with-drawal
due to excessive absences before or after the 75% point of the se-mester.
Courses with "WF" grades are not payable by veterans' benefits,
and "WF" grades will afect Federal Financial Aid Standards of Progress.
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‘WP’ Grade (Student initiated withdrawal)
(No Credit) “WP” indicates the student oficially withdrew by the
75% point of the semester. In cases of mitigating circumstances (health
or emergency reasons with documentation) after the 75% point of the se-mester,
the student may withdraw passing with approval of the instruc-tor,
Academic Dean, Vice President of Instruction, and Vice President of
Student Afairs. Courses with "WP" grades are not payable by veterans'
benefits, and "WP" grades will afect Federal Financial Aid Standards of
Progress.
COMPUTING GRADE POINT AVERAGE
The grades for each subject will be converted to quality points.  A
grade point average indicates an individual’s academic standing, which
determines whether he or she is meeting standards of progress, and
whether he or she is eligible for awards. The grade for each subject taken
under the current major will be converted to grade points by
1. Multiplying the semester hour credits times the quality points award-ed,
and
2. Dividing the total grade points by the total semester hour credits of
courses atempted.
CHANGE OF GRADE
Awarding grades to students is the responsibility of the instructor.
Once awarded, a grade may only be changed with authorization of the
instructor and Academic Dean, using the Change of Grade form.  A stu-dent
who wishes to contest a grade must follow the Academic Grievance/
Grade Appeals Procedure outlined later in this chapter. Grade corrections
may be made by contacting the Registrar's ofice in writing during the of-ficial
WebAdvisor grading period.
REPEATING COURSES
A course taken at Vance-Granville Community College may be re-peated
up to two times (three atempts total) in order to raise the grade
if the previous grade was below a “C.”  For each repeated course, only
the highest grade will be used to determine the student's GPA, eligibility
for graduation, and eligibility for academic honors.  Under extraordinary
circumstances, students who earn a "C" or higher may submit a writen
request for permission to take the class one more time to fulfill specific
program requirements.  This request may be submited, at the time of reg-istration,
to the Academic Dean of the division which ofers the course.
No course may be repeated more than twice (three atempts total) re-gardless
of previous grades, including “WP,” “WF,” or “RF” grades with-out
approval of the Vice President of Instruction.
Developmental classes completed more than five years ago no longer
meet the prerequisite(s) for subsequent classes and must be repeated.
Note: Veterans’ benefits are not payable to students who repeat any course in which they made a
grade of “D” or higher, except for Health Science core courses. Federal financial aid regulations
require that both courses count toward the maximum number of hours that may be attempted.
Note: In the case of a transfer student, some colleges compute the QPA from all previous credit
hours atempted.
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STANDARDS OF PROGRESS
Each student at Vance-Granville Community College is expected
to maintain satisfactory academic progress toward completing require-ments
of a degree, diploma, or certificate.  At the end of each term, a stu-dent's
quality point average for that term and his/her cumulative Qual-ity
Point Average are examined. The college seeks to provide students
with a warning when they fail to meet minimum academic performance
standards, and to provide a means of preventing and/or terminating pro-longed
failure. This policy applies to all students regardless of their aca-demic
program.
Students whose semester grade point average (GPA) falls below 2.0
are subject to academic warning, which may be followed by probation
and suspension. GPA will be calculated at the end of each term using the
oficial grade for each course taken that semester at Vance-Granville Com-munity
College.
Academic Warning
Students failing to meet the minimum GPA of 2.0 during any se-mester
will receive writen notification of academic warning from the
Counseling Services ofice. This warning advises students of their aca-demic
status and encourages them to meet with their advisor immedi-ately
to examine present academic plans.
Probation
Students whose semester GPA falls below 2.0 for two successive
semesters will be placed on probation, which means the student will have
restricted scheduling and must meet with his or her advisor or a coun-selor
to do one or more of the following:
• Limit the number of hours atempted
• Schedule preparatory or remedial courses as needed
• Schedule repeat of courses
• Reconsider academic program and/or receive career counseling
Students will be notified in writing of their status by Counseling
Services.
Suspension
Students whose semester GPA falls below 2.0 for three successive
semesters will be placed on academic suspension for one semester, which
means the students will not be allowed to register for curriculum courses.
Continuing Education courses may still be taken. Students will be noti-fied
in writing of their status by Counseling Services.
Appeals
Academic issues related to probation and suspension may be
appealed through the appropriate Academic Division Dean. Students
should follow the academic appeals processed as outlined in the college
catalog.
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Enrollment after Suspension
Readmission decisions are based on the Academic Division Dean
or Campus Dean’s judgment that the student has made suficient changes
in his or her commitment to college. The student should schedule an ap-pointment
to meet a counselor for academic/career advisement, and to
complete a Post-suspension Enrollment form. The form will be submited
to the appropriate Dean for final approval. The student will remain in
academic probationary status until she or he achieves a semester GPA of
2.0 or higher.
Note:  The Standards of Progress as defined for financial aid and veterans’ benefits are diferent
from academic standards as stated above. The student needs to contact the Financial Aid Ofice
for specific differences in Standards of Progress.
ACADEMIC FORGIVENESS
Students may request in writing to have previous grades of “D” or
“F” excluded from calculation in their cumulative GPA under the follow-ing
conditions: The coursework to be forgiven must be at least 5 years old,
and consist of “D” or “F” grades. The student must have completed at
least 12 credit hours of coursework since that time at an accredited college
or university and earned a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. A student
may be granted academic forgiveness only one time, and a maximum of
16 semester credit hours total may be forgiven. Former BLET students
may request forgiveness of all the credit hours included in the CJC 100
class, up to 19 credit hours.
Requests for academic forgiveness will be submited to the Regis-trar’s
Ofice on the appropriate form and reviewed by a sub-commitee
of the Academic Afairs commitee. All forgiven grades will be replaced
on the transcript with a grade of ”G#” to mark them as forgiven. A copy
of the transcript reflecting the original grades will be kept in the student’s
permanent file with documentation of the forgiveness process.
Note: Grades that are forgiven may not be exempt from academic progress relating to Financial
Aid and Veterans benefits. Students should contact the Financial Aid ofice for more informa-tion.
Students who plan to transfer to another college or university should contact that institu-tion
regarding the impact of forgiven grades on transferability.
Health Science Students Standards of Progress
A student will not be allowed to continue in specified health science
programs with a grade of “C” in certain courses. Refer to the handbooks
of the Health Science programs.
ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE/GRADE APPEALS PROCEDURE
Academic issues include, but are not limited to, the application of at-tendance
policies, grades, classroom/lab or clinical/shop conduct, and ad-mission
to or dismissal from a class or program. Students should initiate
the grievance/appeals process as soon as a concern develops rather than
waiting until the end of the term, as some relevant faculty or staf may not
be available between terms. Grade appeals must be on file no later than
20 working days (working days exclude weekends and holidays) after
the end of the term in which the grade was awarded. Appeals related to
dismissal from a course or program must be on file no later than 5 work-
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ing days from the dismissal date. A student having an academic issue
must discuss the problem in a calm and sincere manner. Most problems
are resolved at the instructor level; however, the Appeals Procedure may
involve the following levels of college faculty/staff in this order:
1. Instructor
2. Program Head/Coordinator
3. Academic Dean/Director
4. Vice President of Instruction or Vice President of Community and
Economic Development
The procedure will occur in the following order:
1. The student will arrange a meeting with the instructor to dis-cuss
the problem as soon as it develops, preferably before the end of the
course/term.
2. If the problem is not resolved with the instructor, the student will
contact the Coordinator or Program Head, who will arrange to meet with
the student or the student and instructor.
3. If the problem is not resolved with the Coordinator/Program
Head, the student will obtain an Academic Appeals Procedure Form from
the Academic Dean, the Vice President of Instruction, Vice President of
Community and Economic Development, or Student Afairs.  The student
will complete the form and personally deliver the form to the Academic
Dean detailing his/her academic concerns.
4. For grievances related to Curriculum Programs, the Academic
Dean will meet with the instructor and program head to discuss the con-cern.
 For grievances related to continuing education courses, the Director
of the division will meet with all the parties involved in the conflict.
5. A written response from the Academic Dean (for CU Programs)
and the Director (for CE Programs) will be delivered to the student within
10 working days of receipt of the student's form. Students must keep a
copy of the Dean’s or Director's response if they plan to pursue the proce-dure
to the next level.
6. If not satisfied with the Dean’s or Director's response, the student
will have 5 working days to appeal to the Vice President of Instruction for
Curriculum Programs of the Vice President of Community and Economic
Development for Continuing Education courses. If the concerns are not
resolved, the student may request a hearing of the Academic Afairs Com-mitee.
 The Vice President of Instruction may summon the Academic Af-fairs
Commitee for a hearing within 10 working days from the receipt of
the appeals request.
7. The Academic Afairs Commitee will provide writen recommen-dation
of their decision to the President of the College within 5 working
days. The President will make a decision and notify the student within
five working days of receipt of commitee's recommendation. The decision
of the President is final.
CATALOG OF RECORD
Beginning with the implementation of the semester system in the fall
of 1997, the catalog that is current when the student enrolls at the institu-tion
is the “catalog of record.” A student who is in continuous enrollment
(except Summer Term or a break of less than one year) may graduate
under the provision of his/her catalog of record or a subsequent issue. A
student who is not in continuous enrollment or has a break in enrollment
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of one year or more must graduate under the provisions of the catalog in
efect on his/her last re-entry date or a subsequent issue. Students may
appeal to the academic dean to graduate from a previous catalog under
extenuating circumstances.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
All students are responsible for the proper completion of their aca-demic
program, for familiarity with all requirements of the Vance-Gran-ville
Community College catalog under which they intend to graduate,
for maintaining the Grade Point Average required and knowing their
academic standing, and for meeting all other degree requirements. Advi-sors
and counselors are available to all students, but final responsibility
for meeting program and graduation requirements remains with the stu-dents.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To be eligible for graduation, a student must:
1. Have all oficial high school and post-secondary transcripts on file
with the Admissions/Records Ofice at VGCC.
2. Successfully complete his/her course of study.
3. Earn a cumulative quality point average of 2.0 on all work atempt-ed
that is applicable toward graduation.
4. Have no outstanding balance due to the Business Ofice. (No de-gree,
diploma, certificate, or transcript of a record will be issued to a stu-dent
who has not made satisfactory setlement with the Business Ofice
for all indebtedness to the College.)
5. Have submited an Application for Graduation form, signed by his
or her academic advisor, to the Registrar’s Ofice.
6. Pay a graduation fee at the Business Ofice.
Note: Transfer students must complete a minimum of 25 percent of the course credit hours as
required in their program of study at Vance-Granville Community College. Waiver of this re-quirement
must be approved by the academic division dean and Vice President of Instruction.
APPLICATION FOR GRADUATION
Graduation exercises to award degrees and diplomas are held once a
year in May for students who have met or will meet graduation require-ments
by the end of summer semester.
It is the responsibility of the student to make application for gradu-ation
by established due dates (approximately two months prior to the
ceremony). See “Student Calendar” or web site for dates to apply. The
student should first see his/her Academic Advisor to determine comple-tion
status of academic requirement, and obtain an Application for Grad-uation.
When this form has been completed by the student and signed by the
advisor, the student will meet with a counselor, who will certify the stu-dent
for graduation. This process can be completed at any of the VGCC
campuses.  Final graduation checks are completed by the Registrar's Of-fice
once all final grades are received.
AWARDING OF CURRICULUM CERTIFICATES
A certificate may be awarded with the approval of the Program Head
and Academic Dean for completing 12 or more credit hours within an ap-proved
program of study. The Academic Dean must submit an Application
for Curriculum Certificate to the Registrar's Ofice so that it can be recorded
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on the student's transcript. If the student requests a printed copy of the
certificate, there is a $5.00 processing fee which will be charged to the
student's college account. There is no fee to record the certificate on the
student's oficial transcript. To be eligible to earn a certificate the follow-ing
graduation requirements must be met: all oficial high school and
post-secondary transcripts that are relevant to the certificate must be on
file with the Admissions/Records Ofice, the student must have a cumu-lative
quality point average of at least 2.0 in all courses in the program,
and the student must have no outstanding balance due to the College.
High School students upon completion of the certificate program re-quirements
are eligible to be awarded the certificate credential prior to
graduation from high school after review by the appropriate department
and division dean and approval of the Vice President of Instruction.
DEAN’S LIST
At the close of each term, students who are carrying a full load (12
hours or more) in 100-level or higher courses leading to a diploma or de-gree
will be included on the Academic Dean’s List, provided they have no
grade of “I” and no grade lower than a “B” and provided that the quality
point average of all their grades for that term is 3.5 or beter.
DISTANCE EDUCATION
Curriculum distance education courses are a way for students to take
courses for college credit away from the college campus. Web, hybrid,
web-enhanced, and VNET courses are all part of Vance-Granville’s cur-riculum
distance education program.
Web courses reach the student over the Internet. Reading assign-ments,
research, study sessions, discussion groups, and tests take place
via the computer. Web courses are ideal for working parents, people on
swing shifts, and others who find it dificult to come to campus regularly
to take courses. Successful students in Internet courses typically have
done well in other college courses and are self-motivated individuals
who can learn on their own and do not require a great deal of help from
others.
Hybrid and web-enhanced courses meet part of their credit/contact
hour requirements in face-to-face meetings between students and in-structor,
and complete the remaining requirements via the Internet.  In
hybrid classes, students complete most of their coursework online, but
also have required meetings with their instructor and class throughout
the semester.  In web-enhanced classes, students complete most of their
coursework in a traditional classroom, but satisfy some of their required
hours and assignments online. Students in these classes get the benefit
of meeting with their instructors regularly, while also having the con-venience
of completing some of their course hours and requirements at
home.
VNET courses are broadcast from/to Vance-Granville’s television stu-dio/
classroom on Main Campus, Franklin Campus, South Campus, or
Warren Campus. These courses meet at regularly scheduled times. Stu-dents
atending classes see their instructor on a television monitor and
are able to converse with the instructor during class time using desktop
microphones and after class via the telephone or the Internet. VNET al-lows
the College to ofer a broad range of courses that might otherwise
not be ofered at all campuses.
Note: Students who wish to take a Distance Learning course using veterans’ benefits should
check with the Veterans’ Oficer concerning restrictions.
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COOPERATIVE EDUCATION/WORK EXPERIENCE
Cooperative Education (Co-Op) enables a student to receive college
credit by combining an academic education with practical work experi-ence.
It provides students an opportunity to gain the professional experi-ence
that will make them a valuable asset to future employers and give
them an edge in today's competitive job market.  Students may or may not
be paid for their work.
Emphasis is placed on parallel plans of school and work in business,
industry, or government, and the program is structured by measurable
learning objectives.   Students who are interested in Co-Op should see
their academic advisor. The Co-Op course is not available in all program
areas. In applicable programs, students must have a major elective re-maining
in order to select Co-Op. Human Services Technology and Culi-nary
Arts require Co-Op within their program of study.
Placement in Co-Op is determined by the student’s advisor and the
Cooperative Education Coordinator and is based upon selection criteria
that includes, but is not limited to, the student’s prior work experience,
academic performance, atitude, health, and position availability.
Every efort is made to place all eligible students, but placement can-not
be guaranteed. (Most of these courses are ineligible for veterans’ ben-efits.
Students should check with the Veterans’ Oficer, located in Building
8, room 8215 on Main Campus.)
SERVICE LEARNING
Service Learning integrates community service with academic in-struction.
By relating the learning objectives with the service objectives,
all parties involved benefit.  The student has specific objectives that relate
to a curriculum for which he or she receives academic credit. The learn-ing
outcomes are dictated by program outcomes that support community
needs. Information about Service Learning activities on campus may be
obtained through the Career Services Department located in Building 8
on Main Campus.
DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES
Courses in the Developmental Studies Program are designed to help
students gain the basic academic skills necessary to succeed in the voca-tional,
technical and college transfer curricula ofered by the college. As
part of the admissions process, a member of the counseling staf care-fully
reviews each student’s placement test scores and academic records.
When indicated by this review, the counselor or an academic advisor will
develop with the student a program of study designed to help him or her
remove deficiencies in academic skills.
The Developmental Studies Program ofers course sequences in Eng-lish,
reading, mathematics, and the sciences. In addition to the course of-ferings,
members of the stafs of Counseling Services and the Academic
Skills Center provide special counseling and tutoring to students enrolled
in developmental courses. To ensure that students have indeed mastered
the skills necessary to succeed in curriculum programs, some develop-mental
courses require students to pass an exit test in order to complete
the course.
Note: Students receiving federal financial aid are limited to 30 credit hours of developmental
courses. Department of Veterans Afairs educational benefits are payable only when placement
test scores indicate the developmental course is needed.
ACADEMIC
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BUSINESS OFFICE
The Business Ofice responsibilities include receipt of tuition and fees,
refund of payments, disbursement of financial aid funds, distribution of
parking permits and collection of parking fines. The Business Ofice is
open to students between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday
and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday.
The Business Ofice accepts cash and checks. MasterCard and VISA
card payments are accepted on-line through WebAdvisor.
TUITION/FEES
Tuition rates and fees are set by the N.C. Legislature and are subject
to change without notice. Cost of textbooks, laboratory fees, malpractice
insurance and supplies are additional expenses that vary according to the
program of study.  The payment of all fees is required at the time of regis-tration,
and no student is oficially registered until all fees are paid.
CURRICULUM TUITION:* Costs per Term
Certificate, Diploma & Degree Programs In-State Out-of-State
16 or more credit hours $1,064.00 $4,136.00
1-15 hours (per credit hour) $66.50 $258.50
Note: For financial aid and registration purposes, 12 credit hours or more is
considered full time.
CURRICULUM STUDENT ACTIVITY FEE:**
Fall and Spring Terms In-State Out-of-State
12 or more credit hours $25.00 $25.00
1-11 credit hours $20.00 $20.00
Summer Term No Charge No Charge
TECHNOLOGY FEE:** Costs per Term
Fall, Spring & Summer Terms In-State Out-of-State
12 or more credit hours $12.00 $12.00
1-11 credit hours $ 6.00 $ 6.00
CAMPUS ACCESS/SECURITY FEE:** Costs per Term
Fall, Spring & Summer Terms In-State Out-of-State
Per credit hour $1.00 $1.00
*Subject to change by the N.C. Legislature
**Subject to change by the VGCC Board of Trustees
(Check for updates on VGCC web page at htp://www.vgcc.edu)
SENIOR CITIZENS
North Carolina residents 65 years of age and older shall be exempt
from the payment of tuition for up to 6 credit hours of credit instruction
per semester.  If taking more than 6 credit hours, they will be charged the
regular rate up to  a max of 10 credit hours.  This exemption does not ap-ply
to “self-supporting” classes.
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BOOKSTORE
The College operates a Bookstore where students may purchase
books, supplies, and gift items. The regular operating hours are Monday
through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday from 7:30 a.m.
to 1 p.m. These hours are extended during the first few days of each term.
The Bookstore accepts cash, checks, MasterCard, VISA, financial aid,
and third party billings.
BOOKSTORE REFUND POLICY
Refunds on books are only allowed during designated time periods
for each semester. These time periods and the complete refund policy are
posted on the VGCC bookstore website and in the bookstore. To obtain
a refund the student must have the original cash register receipt and the
return book(s) must be in the exact condition purchased and/or in the
sealed shrink wrapped package.
TEXTBOOKS AND SUPPLIES
The costs of textbooks and supplies are additional expenses for which
students should plan. These expenses vary according to the program of
study.
USED BOOK BUY-BACK
The Bookstore will buy most used books if they will be used the
following term and if additional books are needed to meet estimated
course enrollment. Fifty percent (50%) of the original book price is paid
for books meeting these criteria. If the book is not needed, a wholesale
price from a private vendor (if available) will be quoted. Used study
guides and workbooks are generally not purchased.
A buy-back will be held at the end of each term. Dates will be posted.
STUDENT ACTIVITY FEES
Student fees are assessed according to the chart on page 44. The pro-ceeds
from student activity fees are used to cover non-curricular costs,
such as student I.D. cards, student accident insurance and student activi-ties.
CAMPUS ACCESS/SECURITY FEE
These fees are used to support the cost of campus access activities,
parking, and security.  This fee is approved annually by the Vance-Gran-ville
Community College Board of Trustees.
TECHNOLOGY FEE
All curriculum students will be accessed a technology fee.  Technol-ogy
fees are approved annually by the VGCC Board of Trustees.   The
proceeds from technology fees are used to cover the costs that accom-pany
the use of instructional and student related technology.
GRADUATION FEE
A graduation fee of $15.00 per degree or diploma will be due and
payable to the Business Ofice once a curriculum student applies for a de-gree
or diploma and is approved by the Registrar's Ofice for graduation.
The fee covers the cost of the diploma and other graduation expenses
not paid for by the College or the State. An additional fee is paid to the
Bookstore for cap and gown and invitations.
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ACCIDENT INSURANCE
Students who register for curriculum classes and who pay a student
fee receive (at no additional cost) accident insurance covering the student
while on campus. In addition, and depending on course requirements,
some Occupational Extension students will be required to purchase stu-dent
accident insurance.  Accident insurance is secondary to the student's
personal medical insurance.
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
This coverage is required for certain Health Sciences programs in or-der
to participate in clinical activities.
MALPRACTICE INSURANCE
Some curriculum programs and occupational extension courses re-quire
that students obtain liability (malpractice) insurance (e.g., Cosme-tology,
Radiography, Associate Degree Nursing, Practical Nursing, Phar-macy
Technology, Medical Assisting, Emergency Medical Technician,
Paramedic, Certified Nursing Assistant, etc.). The cost of this insurance
may vary and is due at the time of registration.
INDEBTEDNESS TO COLLEGE
No student will be permited to register or remain enrolled in Col-lege-
sponsored activities if he/she has an indebtedness to the College.
Examples of indebtedness include unpaid tuition, fees, loans, parking
fines, Day Care fees, and returned checks.  Diplomas and/or Academic
transcripts will be withheld when financial obligations to the College are
not met.
TUITION REFUND POLICY
Curriculum students who oficially withdraw from the College prior
to the first day of the semester are eligible for a 100-percent refund of tu-ition.
Students who withdraw after the beginning of the term but by the
10-percent point are eligible for a 75-percent refund. Eligibility for tuition
refunds after that date are determined by the state policy in efect during
the specified term, which will be published prior to the beginning of each
term. Oficial withdrawal forms may be obtained from the Main Campus
Admissions/Records Ofice or from the Campus Director.   The student
activity fee, campus access/security fee, technology fee, and malpractice
insurance fee (if applicable) will be 100% refunded when a student of-ficially
withdraws from all curriculum classes prior to the first day of the
semester. These fees are not refundable once the semester begins.
Note: The Refund policy is subject to change as directed by the N.C. Legislature
and the N.C. Board of Community Colleges. Federal policy on Refund of Tuition
for Title IV Funds will supersede the State policy on Refund of Tuition.
STUDENT AID
Vance-Granville Community College makes every efort within the
limitations of its available financial resources to assure that no qualified/
eligible student will be denied the opportunity to atend the College be-cause
of the lack of adequate funds to meet expenses. Financial aid as-sistance
is available in a variety of forms to help students who meet the
financial need criteria for eligibility. Grants, work study, loans, and schol-arships
may be used singularly or in combination to meet a student’s
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needs. In addition, most curriculum programs are approved for students
to receive veterans’ benefits. Childcare funds may also be available if the
student is determined eligible.
Inquiries regarding scholarships should be directed to the College's
Endowment Fund Ofice, and questions concerning federal-and-state-funded
financial aid programs should be directed to the Financial Aid
Office. Special billings and employer payments should be directed to the
Business Ofice and the sponsoring agencies.
Employees who are sponsored by their employers may have the Col-lege
bill their employers through the use of the Financial Authorization
form. Forms and details are available through the Business Office.
Eligibility
Detailed information concerning financial aid policies, student
Standards of Academic Progress, deadlines and eligibility requirements
is available from the Financial Aid Ofice by request. The Financial Aid
website www.vgcc.edu/financialaidoffice/ provides additional information
regarding financial aid at VGCC.
Return of Funds
Federal regulations for Title IV funds require that students must
atend their classes in order to maintain eligibility for Financial Aid. Col-leges
must perform “return of funds” calculations for each student who
receives federal financial aid, withdraws, or stops atending all of his/her
courses during the first sixty (60) percent of the term. This means that a
student might be required to repay a portion of the funds he/she received
for the term. Students are encouraged to discuss the consequences of
dropping out of school with the Financial Aid Ofice before they stop
atending.
CLOCK HOUR CONVERSION
Federal regulation requires that the College use a special calculation
to determine the enrollment status of students eligible for Title IV Fi-nancial
Aid when enrolled in certain programs. The following majors
require the use of this formula when calculating enrollment status for
Title IV Financial Aid:
• Air Conditioning, Heating & Refrigeration Technology
• Automotive Systems Technology
• Carpentry
• Electrical/Electronics Technology
• Industrial Systems Technology
• Pharmacy Technology
• Practical Nursing
• Welding Technology
Full-time status:…………………………...12 cr hrs and > 29 contact hours
Three quarter time status:………… 9-11 cr hrs and 22-28 contact hours
Half-time status:……………………… 6-8 cr hrs and 15-21 contact hours
Less than half-time status: ……………1-5 cr hrs and 03-14 contact hours
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CLOCK HOUR PROGRAM
Federal regulation requires the College to administer Title IV fund-ing
to students in the Cosmetology program solely by clock hour progres-sion,
and the clock-to-credit hour conversion rules do not apply. For
further information, please visit the Financial Aid website www.vgcc.edu/
financialaidoffice/.
HOW TO APPLY
To be considered for any type of financial aid handled by the Finan-cial
Aid Ofice, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA).
• A student must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• A student must have a valid Social Security card, and if the
student is male, he must be registered with the Selective Service
Administration.
• A student must be enrolled in an approved program of study
at VGCC.
• A student must not be in default on a Guaranteed Student Loan
or owe an overpayment on any of Title IV grants at any educational
institution.
• A student may not receive financial aid at VGCC until he/she has
first been fully accepted for admission by the Admissions/Records
Ofice.
Students must apply for financial aid each year.   Students should
complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  Instructions and applica-tion
worksheets are available on the FAFSA website.  Paper worksheets
for the online application are also available in the Financial Aid Ofice
in room 8215 and all of VGCC's campuses.   In order to be considered
for maximum need based state grants, students should complete their
FAFSA prior to March 15th each year.
FINANCIAL AID ASSISTANCE
Students may receive assistance with financial aid on an individual
basis. Students requesting assistance should stop by or call the financial
aid ofice or contact a Campus Dean to schedule an appointment.
Students may receive assistance in applying for financial aid from the
Educational Opportunity Center. Representatives are located in the four
counties served by the College. For information, students may call 1-800-
682-1159.
TYPES OF FINANCIAL AID HANDLED BY FINANCIAL AID OFFICE
GRANTS
•Pell Grants
Students are encouraged to apply early for Federal and State
need-based grants. The application process may take four weeks or lon-ger
during peak application periods prior to the beginning of the term.
Students who complete the application process and receive
award notifications prior to registration may have their tuition and fees
deducted from their grant. Book charges and credit balance disburse-ment
will be described in information provided to students with their
award notification.  Atendance verification is required prior to the dis-bursement
of Pell balances.
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Students whose Pell grants are approved too late for the reg-istration
process will receive their grants at a designated point in the
term after acceptable attendance verification is collected by the Student
Afairs division. Pell award amounts are determined in part by a stu-dent’s
enrollment status. Awards are subject to be reduced if a student
drops courses or is dropped from class for nonatendance. Refer to the
Financial Aid award notification to determine the monetary implications
of dropping or not atending classes. Contact the Financial Aid ofice for
any questions about Pell awards.
•Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
This federal program ofers grants to Pell Grant recipients with
exceptional financial need. Students must also be enrolled at least half-time.
No additional application is necessary for the grant. All Pell re-cipients
are automatically considered. However, early submission of the
FAFSA is required.
North Carolina Student Incentive Grant (NCSIG)
Legal residents of North Carolina who are accepted for enroll-ment
or who are enrolled on a full-time basis and who have applied for
financial aid prior to March 15 may be considered for a Student Incentive
Grant. Students must demonstrate substantial financial need based on
the Free Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA). NCSIG awards
are $700 per year. Recipients of this award are selected by the N.C. State
Education Assistance Authority.
North Carolina Community College Grant
Grants are available to North Carolina residents who demon-strate
financial need and are enrolled at North Carolina community col-leges.
 Students must be North Carolina residents enrolled for at least 6
credit hours per semester in curriculum programs.
Eligibility is determined based on the same criteria as the Fed-eral
Pell Grant; students not eligible for the Federal Pell Grant may be
considered for the grant based on their estimated family contribution as
determined on the Student Aid Report.  Students who have earned the
baccalaureate (4 year) college degree are ineligible.
The value of the grants are estimated to range from $100 to $900.
 
Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA) which is used to also qualify for Federal Pell Grants
Vance-Granville Departmental Grants
For the purpose of assisting full and part-time students with
college tuition expenses, funds earned from Bookstore profits are made
available each year. Recipients of these grants are selected by Academ-ic
Deans and/or the Vice President of Student Afairs and/or Campus
Deans.
SCHOLARSHIPS
NC Education Lottery Scholarship
	 The North Carolina Education Lotery Scholarship (ELS) was
created by the 2005 General Assembly to provide financial assistance to
needy North Carolina resident students atending eligible colleges and
universities located within the state of North Carolina.
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Applicants must:
•Be a North Carolina resident for tuition purposes
•Enroll for at least six credit hours per semester in a curriculum
program
•Meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements of the
institution
•Be admited, enrolled and classified as an undergraduate in
matriculated status in a degree, certificate or diploma program.
Eligibility is determined based on the same criteria as the Federal
Pell Grant with one exception:  students not eligible for the Federal Pell
Grant with an estimated family contribution of $5,000 will be considered
for an Education Lotery Scholarship. Students who have earned bacca-laureate
(four-year) college degrees are ineligible.
The value per grant will vary according to information that is
generated from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid application.
 
Grants are estimated to range from $100 to $2,500 for the year.
Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Stu-dent
Aid (FAFSA) which is also used to qualify for Federal Pell Grants.
Vance-Granville Scholarships
Vance-Granville Community College’s scholarships are awarded
individually to curriculum students based on criteria outlined for each
award. Academic standing and need basis are factors in determining the
recipients, but they are not the primary criteria in all cases. Application
forms are available in the College's Endowment Fund Ofice, various lo-cations
at Main Campus, all Satellite Campuses, and also on-line. Schol-arship
recipients are selected by a scholarship selection commitee unless
otherwise stipulated in the criteria of the scholarship. Priority deadline
dates for full consideration to receive scholarships relating to 2011-2012
academic year are late March and mid-June.
The VGCC Endowment Fund and the VGCC Scholarship Pro-gram
award three levels of scholarships made possible by the contribu-tions
of various individuals, businesses, industries, civic clubs, churches
and organizations.
Presidential Scholar Awards
In October 1999, the Presidential Scholar Award was established
to recognize full-time students with exemplary scholastic records. Cur-rently
the scholarship award may be up to $1,250 depending on the in-vestment
income earned the prior year.
Presidential Merit Awards
Candidates for these awards may be either currently or newly
enrolled full-time students with excellent scholastic records. Currently
the scholarship award may be up to $750 depending on the investment
income earned the prior year.
Academic Achievement Scholarships
Recipients of Academic Achievement Scholarships may be either
currently or newly enrolled full-time students at VGCC with high scho-lastic
ability, or graduating high school seniors selected by their coun-selors
or principals. Currently the scholarship award may be up to $500
depending on the investment income earned the prior year.
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Annual Scholarships
In addition, a number of businesses, industries, and individuals
fund annual scholarships for our students.   To learn more about these
scholarships and other scholarships, call the Endowment Ofice at (252)
738-3409, or (252) 738-3430.  You may also visit our website at www. vgcc.
edu/ENDOWMENT.
OTHER FINANCIAL AID
College Foundation, Inc.
College Foundation, Inc., (CFI), is a nonprofit corporation that
ofers students and parents financial assistance.  CFI is the central loan
originator and servicer for North Carolina's Federal Family Education
Loan Program for post-secondary education.  To learn more about career
related scholarships and other scholarships, visit the College Foundation
of North Carolina website at www.cfnc.org.
Veterans Educational Assistance for Veterans, Participants, Eligible
Dependents, Eligible Active Reserve Members,and Disabled Veterans
The Department of Veterans Afairs ofers educational assistance
to veterans who contributed towards their education while on active
duty; to those who were discharged from active duty for a service-con-nected
disability; to sons, daughters, wives, and husbands of deceased or
totally and permanently disabled veterans whose death or disability oc-curred
while in military servi