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Cape Fear
Community College
WILMINGTON CAMPUS
411 NORTH FRONT STREET
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28401-3910
(910) 362-7000
NORTH CAMPUS
4500 BLUE CLAY ROAD
CASTLE HAYNE, NORTH CAROLINA 28429-6114
(910) 362-7700
BURGAW CENTER
100 E. INDUSTRIAL DRIVE
BURGAW, NORTH CAROLINA 28425
(910) 362-7900
ALSTON BURKE CENTER
621 NC HIGHWAY 210 E.
SURF CITY, NORTH CAROLINA 28445
(910) 362-7930
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity College
www.cfcc.edu
CATALOG and STUDENT HANDBOOK
2015-2016
VOLUME XLV JULY 2015
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NOTE
The catalog and handbook are published for the purpose of providing information about the College and its programs. Announcements contained
herein are subject to change without notice and may not be regarded in the nature of binding obligations on the College or the State. Efforts will
be made to keep changes to a minimum, but changes in policy by the North Carolina State Legislature, the North Carolina Community College
System, or by local conditions may make some alterations in curricula, fees, etc., necessary.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Cape Fear Community College, its faculty and staff, and the Board of Trustees are committed to equality of educational opportunity. The College
does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees. Moreover, the College is committed to cultural diversity and actively seeks larger
numbers of minorities within the College community. This policy applies to both students and employees at all levels of the Colleges operations.
INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION
Cape Fear Community College is accredited by the Commission on College of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award 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 Cape Fear Community College.
Cape Fear Community College (CFCC) provides the above information to enable interested constituents (1) to learn about the accreditation status
of CFCC, (2) to file a third-party comment at the time of CFCC’s decennial review, or (3) to file a complaint against CFCC for alleged non-com-pliance
with a standard or requirement. The Commission on College’s should be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support Cape
Fear Community College’s significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard. Otherwise, the Commission on College’s website provides
membership information and accreditation status of its members at www.sacscoc.org. All other inquiries about Cape Fear Community College
should be addressed directly to the college and not to the Commission on College’s office.
MEMBER OF
Cape Fear Community College is a member institution of the North Carolina Community College System, the League for Innovation in Commu-nity
Colleges, and the American Association of Community Colleges.
ACCREDITATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS OF SELECT PROGRAMS
Associate Degree Nursing: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN). The address and telephone number of Accredita-tion
Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. is 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850, Atlanta, GA 30326, (404) 975-5000.
Cardiovascular Sonography: The Cardiovascular Sonography program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic
Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS). The address and telephone number of the JRC-DMS is 2025 Woodlane Dr., St. Paul, MN 55125-2998, (651)
731-1582.
Criminal Justice Technology: The North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission. The address and telephone
number of the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission is NC Criminal Justice Standards Division, NC
Department of Justice, 114 West Edenton Street, PO Drawer 149, Raleigh, NC 27602, (910) 716-6470.
Dental Assisting: The Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. The address and telephone number of the Com-mission
on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association is 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678, (312) 440-4653.
Dental Hygiene: The Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association. The address and telephone number of the Com-mission
on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association is 211 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611-2678, (312) 440-4653.
The dental hygiene program is accredited without reporting requirements.
Early Childhood Education: National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), NAEYC Associate Degree Accreditation, 1313
L Street NW, Suite 500, Washington DC 20005-4101, (202) 232-8777 or (800) 424-2460.
Medical Sonography: The Medical Sonography Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
(CAAHEP) in cooperation with the Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC-DMS). The address and tele-phone
number of CAAHEP is 1361 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350. The address and telephone number of the JRC-DMS is 2025
Woodlane Dr., St. Paul, MN 55125-2998, (651) 731-1582.
Occupational Therapy Assistant: The Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE of the American Occupational Therapy
Association (AOTA), located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814-3449, (301) 652-AOTA, www.acoteonline.org.
Pharmacy Technology: The American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP), 7272 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, MD, 20814,
(301) 657-3000, www.ashp.org.
Phlebotomy: The National Accreditation Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences, 8710 W. Bryn Marr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, IL
60631-3415, (773) 714-8880.
Practical Nursing: The North Carolina Board of Nursing, PO Box 2129, Raleigh, NC 27602, (919) 782-3211, www.ncbon.org.
Radiography: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL 60606-3182,
(312) 704-5300, www.jrcert.org.
Surgical Technology: The Surgical Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs
(CAAHEP) in cooperation with the Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA).
Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP), 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756, (727) 210-2350.
Accreditation Review Council on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA), 6 W. Dry Creek Circle, Suite #110,
Littleton, CO 80120, (303) 694-9262.
ADMISSION TO ANY AND ALL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OFFERED BY CAPE FEAR COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS
MADE WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, SEX, RELIGION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, PHYSICAL HANDICAP OR OTHER
NON-RELEVANT FACTORS.
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Table Of Contents
President’s Welcome..............................................................1
College Calendar....................................................................3
Local Board of Trustees.........................................................1
Mission Statements................................................................2
Vision Statement....................................................................2
State Board of Community Colleges.....................................1
About the College..................................................................2
Admissions............................................................................5
Admission of International Students..............................7
Admission of Non-degree Seeking Student....................5
Admission of Out-of-State Students...............................7
Admission of Transfer Students......................................5
Admission of Transient Students....................................6
College Opportunities for High School Students...........6
General Admissions Process...........................................7
Provisional Admission....................................................6
Re-Admission of Curriculum Students...........................6
Residency Appeal...........................................................7
Selective Admissions/Health Science Programs............5
Special Credit-Lifelong Learners...................................6
Services to Students.............................................................8
Academic Advising Center.............................................9
Accuplacer Test...............................................................9
Basic Skills Division.....................................................15
Campus Visits.................................................................8
Career and Testing Services............................................9
Continuing Education Services.....................................15
Counseling......................................................................9
Developmental Studies.................................................11
Disability Support Services............................................9
Health Services.............................................................14
High School Equivalency Exam Testing........................9
Human Resources Development Program....................15
Learning Lab.................................................................14
Learning Resources Center...........................................14
List of Transfer Courses................................................11
myCFCC.........................................................................8
Online Learning............................................................15
Orientation......................................................................8
Placement Test Advising Guide....................................10
Placement Testing...........................................................9
Placement Testing Options.............................................9
Retention and Graduation Rate Information.................11
Retest Policy...................................................................9
WebAdvisor....................................................................8
Where to Go for What....................................................8
Registration Information...................................................15
Auditing Courses..........................................................16
Course Load..................................................................15
Procedures for Registering for Classes.........................15
Semester Hour Credit...................................................15
Semester System...........................................................15
WebAdvisor (Online Registration)...............................16
Withdrawal....................................................................16
Academic Information.......................................................17
Academic Forgiveness..................................................23
Academic Honors.........................................................25
Academic Program Change..........................................22
Academic Program of Study.........................................22
Academic Warning, Probation and Suspension............24
Advanced Placement....................................................20
Attendance Policy.........................................................17
Catalog of Record.........................................................25
CFCC Honors Program.................................................26
Cheating and Plagiarism...............................................24
CLEP - College Level Examination Program...............20
College Closings or Delays..........................................18
Computer Competency.................................................25
Course Repeat Policy....................................................23
Credit by Proficiency....................................................20
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests...........................21
Degree Audit.................................................................25
Educational Partnerships..............................................21
Experiential Learning...................................................22
Final Grades..................................................................19
Grade Appeal Procedure...............................................23
Grading and Grade Point Averages...............................17
Grading Scale................................................................17
Grading System............................................................17
Graduation Needs.........................................................25
Inclement Weather........................................................18
Incomplete Grades........................................................19
Independent Study........................................................22
Intent to Graduate.........................................................25
North Carolina High School to Community College
Articulation Agreement............................................22
Off-Campus Groups and Individuals............................18
On-Campus Groups and Individuals............................18
Partnerships with Business and Industry......................21
Partnerships with Community Agencies.......................21
Prerequisites and Corequisites......................................24
Requirements for Graduation.......................................25
Right of Appeal (Academic Suspension)......................24
Right of Appeal (Cheating)...........................................24
Satisfactory Progress Standards....................................23
Student Advisement......................................................17
Student Participation in CFCC Activities.....................19
Student Veteran Attendance Policy...............................18
Translating Course Grades into GPA............................17
Waiver of Prerequisites and Corequisites.....................24
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Financial Aid......................................................................26
Appeal Process for Probationary Semester...................28
Applying for Financial Aid...........................................26
Available Aid Programs................................................26
Eligibility After Graduation..........................................27
Failure to Achieve Satisfactory Academic Progress.....27
Financial Need and Expected Family Contribution......27
Foundation Scholarships...............................................29
Maintaining eligibility for
Veterans Educational Benefits.................................30
Maximum Time Frame.................................................28
Maximum Time Frame Appeal.....................................29
Notification of Awards..................................................27
Programs Not Eligible for Financial Aid......................27
Qualitative and Quantitative Standards........................27
Return of Federal Funds...............................................29
Satisfactory Academic Progress...................................27
Student Ambassadors....................................................30
Student Responsibilities................................................29
Timing of Measurement................................................28
Tuition/Fees/Books.......................................................29
Verification....................................................................27
Veterans Educational Benefits......................................30
Vocational Rehabilitation..............................................30
Expenses..............................................................................31
Bookstore......................................................................32
Electronic Signature Policy for Students......................31
Graduation Fees............................................................32
Institutional Indebtedness.............................................32
Insurance.......................................................................31
Parking and Security Permits........................................31
Personnel in the Armed Services..................................32
Refund of Tuition..........................................................32
Return Check Guidelines..............................................32
Student Fees..................................................................32
Student Identification Card...........................................32
Textbooks, Educational Tools and Fees........................32
Transcript of Record.....................................................32
Tuition...........................................................................31
Student Activities...............................................................33
Athletics and Intramural Activities...............................33
Clubs and Organizations...............................................34
College Sponsored Activities and Events.....................35
Intramural Program.......................................................33
Phi Theta Kappa...........................................................33
Social Activities............................................................33
Student Ambassadors Program.....................................33
Student Government Association.................................33
Student Publications.....................................................35
General Information..........................................................36
Change of Name/Address.............................................36
Children on Campus Policy..........................................36
Dress.............................................................................36
Food Services................................................................36
Housing.........................................................................36
Lost and Found.............................................................36
Parking..........................................................................37
Telephones....................................................................37
Tobacco Free Campus Policy.......................................37
Student Expectations, Rights and Responsibilities.........38
Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act.............................45
Classroom Rules...........................................................40
Code of Conduct...........................................................40
Computer Acceptable Use Policy.................................39
Conduct Probation and Suspension..............................40
Crime Awareness and Campus Security Policy............44
Crime Data....................................................................45
Directory Information...................................................38
Drug and Alcohol Policy..............................................47
Emergency Evacuation.................................................47
Evacuation of Buildings...............................................46
Grievance Procedure.....................................................46
Judicial Board...............................................................46
Patent and Copyright Policy.........................................39
Right of Appeal.............................................................40
Rights of Administration...............................................38
Rights of Faculty...........................................................38
Rights of Parents...........................................................38
Rights of Students3.........................................................8
Sex Offender Notification.............................................45
Sexual/Gender Misconduct Plan and
Plan Expectations.....................................................41
Sexual Harassment........................................................46
Sexual Misconduct........................................................41
Student and Public Complaint Policy and Procedures.46
Student Records............................................................38
Weapons on Campus.....................................................40
Written Student Complaint...........................................46
Continuing Education Division.........................................49
Alston W. Burke Center................................................57
Basic Skills Division.....................................................50
Burgaw Center..............................................................57
Community Enrichment Department............................52
Corporate and Continuing Education Department.......54
General Course Information.........................................49
Healthcare and Life Sciences Department....................55
Public Safety Department.............................................56
Online Learning.................................................................57
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Culinary Arts...............................................................105
Dental Assisting..........................................................107
Dental Hygiene...........................................................108
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Mechanics...................109
Drafting.......................................................................124
Early Childhood Education.........................................110
Electrical Systems Technology................................... 111
Electronics Engineering Technology..........................112
Emergency Medical Science.......................................114
Esthetics Instructors....................................................114
Esthetics Technology..................................................115
Film and Video Production Technology.....................115
Fire Protection Technology.........................................116
Healthcare Business Informatics................................117
Hospitality Management.............................................118
Industrial Systems Technology...................................119
Interior Design............................................................120
Interpreter Education..................................................121
Landscape Gardening.................................................121
	 Retention Pond Management.................................122
Marine Technology.....................................................123
Mechanical Engineering Technology.........................124
	 CAD Drafting.........................................................125
Mechatronics Engineering Technology......................125
Medical Office Administration...................................126
Medical Sonography...................................................126
Nuclear Technology....................................................127
Nursing Programs.......................................................128
	 Associate Degree Nursing (RN)............................128
	 Practical Nursing (LPN)........................................129
Occupational Therapy Assistant.................................130
Paralegal Technology..................................................131
Pharmacy Technology.................................................132
Phlebotomy.................................................................133
Plumbing.....................................................................134
Practical Nursing (LPN).............................................129
Radiography................................................................134
Real Estate Licensing.................................................135
Surgical Technology...................................................135
Sustainability Technologies........................................136
	 Renewable Energy Technology.............................137
	 Sustainable Building Technologies........................137
Truck Driver Training.................................................138
Welding Technology...................................................138
Course Descriptions.........................................................139
Staff and Faculty..............................................................261
Index..................................................................................280
Programs of Study.............................................................58
General Education Values Statement............................60
College Transfer/University Parallel General Information
and Articulation Agreements...................................60
College Transfer Programs...............................................66
Associate in Arts...........................................................66
Associate in Science.....................................................70
Associate in Fine Arts Pre-Major.................................74
	 Art............................................................................74
	 Drama.......................................................................76
	 Music and Music Education.....................................80
Associate in General Education........................................83
Associate in Applied Science, Diploma and Certificate
Programs.............................................................................83
Accounting....................................................................83
Air Conditioning, Heating and
Refrigeration Technology........................................84
Architectural Technology.............................................85
Associate Degree Nursing..........................................128
Automotive Systems Technology.................................86
Basic Law Enforcement Training.................................88
Boat Building................................................................88
Boat Manufacture and Service......................................89
Business Administration...............................................90
Banking and Finance................................................91
	 Customer Service.....................................................91
	 Entrepreneurship......................................................91
	 International Business..............................................91
	 Management and Supervision..................................92
	 Office Systems....................................................90/92
	 Project Management................................................92
Cardiovascular Sonography..........................................92
Carpentry......................................................................93
Chemical Technology...................................................93
Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology..............94
Community Spanish Interpreter....................................95
Computer-Integrated Machining...................................95
Computer Technology Integration................................96
Cisco Networking..................................................101
	 Computer Forensics...............................................101
	 Information Systems Security..................................98
	 Information Technology...........................................97
	 Network Administration...........................................99
	 Network Technology................................................99
	 Operating Systems Administration........................100
	 Software Development.............................................99
	 Systems Administration.........................................100
	 Virtualization Technology......................................101
	 Web Development..................................................100
Construction Management Technology......................101
Cosmetology...............................................................102
Criminal Justice Technology......................................104
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Performance Measures and Standards
NCCCS Performance Measures for Student Success
CFCC Performance Results, 2013-2014 (Reported Spring 2015)
The Performance Measures for Student Success Report is the North Carolina Community College System’s major accountability
document. This annual performance report is based on data compiled from the previous year and serves to inform colleges and the
public about the performance of our 58 community colleges.
In 2010, NCCCS President Scott Ralls established a Performance Measures Committee to develop new performance measures
based on student success rates to go into effect in 2013.
In November 2011, the State Board formally approved the Performance Measures. These measures were then submitted to the Gen-eral
Assembly in March 2012 and later adopted in June 2012 through Section 8.5 of S.L. 2012-142.
The revised Performance Measures include system-wide “baseline levels” and “excellence levels” for each measure to promote
transparency, simplicity, and objectivity. This utilization of baseline and excellence levels is a departure from the System’s historical
use of “standards.” These baseline and excellence levels remain static for three years and will be reset in the 2016 Report.
Complete details for all 58 North Carolina Community Colleges can be found at the NCCCS Website.
CFCC’s performance results for 2015, based on 2013 – 2014 data; are provided below.
Performance
Measure
Description CFCC Performance
1. Basic Skills
Student Progress
Percentage of students who progress as defined by an
educational functioning level.
Excellence level: 51.2%
Mean: 45.1%
CFCC: 43.3%
Baseline level: 20.6%
2. GED Diploma
Passing Rate
Percentage of students taking at least one GED test during a
program year who receive a GED diploma during the
program year.
Excellence level: 82.0%
Mean: 79.4%
CFCC: 77.8%
Baseline level: 49.3%
3. Development
Student Success Rate
in College-Level
English Courses
Percentage of previous developmental English and/or
reading students who successfully complete a credit English
course with a grade of “C” or better upon the first attempt.
Excellence level: 74.9%
Mean: 62.4%
CFCC: 62.9%
Baseline level: 45.2%
4. Development
Student Success Rate
in College-Level
Math Courses
Percentage of previous developmental math students who
successfully complete a credit math course with a grade of
“C” or better upon the first attempt.
Excellence level: 75.4%
Mean: 63.6%
CFCC: 65.6%
Baseline level: 47.5%
5. First Year
Progression
Percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking students
attempting at least twelve hours within their first academic
year who successfully complete (“P”, “C” or better) at least
twelve of those hours.
Excellence level: 74.6%
Mean: 67.1%
CFCC: 70.2%
Baseline level: 53.2%
6. Curriculum
Student Completion
Percentage of first-time fall credential-seeking students who
graduate, transfer, or are still enrolled with 36 hours after
six years.
Excellence level: 45.6%
Mean: 43.4%
CFCC: 50.0%
Baseline level: 28.6%
7. Licensure and
Certification Passing
Rates
Aggregate institutional passing rate of first time test-takers
on licensure and certification exams. Exams included in this
measure are state mandated exams which candidates must
pass before becoming active practitioners.
Excellence level: 91.7%
Mean: 83.3%
CFCC: 92.8%
Baseline level: 71.0%
Scores by Exam
Cosmetology: 88% (25 tested)
Cosmetology Apprentice: 100% (19 tested)
Esthetics: 88% (16 tested)
Manicuring: 83% (6 tested)
Real Estate Sales: 80% (10 tested)
Dental Hygiene: 89% (9 tested)
Radiography: 100% (16 tested)
Practical Nursing PN: 100% (26 tested)
Associate Degree Nursing RN: 100% (49
tested)
EMT: 92% (104 tested)
EMT-P: 100% (9 tested)
EMT-I: 91% (11 tested)
BLET: 88% (96 tested)
Detention Officer:96% (46 tested)
8. College Transfer
Performance
Among community college associate degree completers and
those who have completed 30 or more credit hours who
transfer to a four‐year university or college, the percentage
who earn a GPA of 2.00 or better after two consecutive
semesters within the academic year at the transfer
institution.
Excellence level: 93.8%
Mean: 87.7%
CFCC: 85.0%
Baseline level: 71.2%
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North Campus Map
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GENERAL INFORMATION
President’s Welcome
Thank you for considering Cape Fear Community College! As one of the largest
and oldest community colleges in North Carolina, CFCC has helped thousands of
students improve their lives through education for more than half a century. At
CFCC, there are many opportunities awaiting you and it is our hope that you will find
a class, a program and ultimately a career path that you will find rewarding.
Our curriculum features over 50 academic and job training programs which offer
two-year associate degrees along with a variety of diploma and certificate options for
specialized training. Many of our programs have been recognized by national and
regional accrediting agencies and other professional organizations for achieving high
standards and best practices.
We take pride in our college, but more importantly, we take pride in the success of our students. Each member of
our faculty and staff is here to help you reach your goal. Our class sizes are designed to be small so that students
can experience individualized instruction whenever possible. In addition, there are numerous resources outside the
classroom which can provide extra academic and personal support if you need it.
Our employees are experts in their fields and are the most dedicated and talented you’ll find at any college or university.
All of these resources are offered as part of the collective CFCC experience which is designed to help you reach your
educational goal, whether it is to earn a degree, improve your job skills or prepare for a new career.
Sincerely,
Amanda K. Lee, Ph.D.
CFCC President
Local Board of Trustees
Mr. John R. Babb.................................................Wilmington
Mr. Louis A. Burney, Jr........................................Wilmington
Ms. Ann M. David...............................................Wilmington
Mr. Alexander D. Guy...............................................Surf City
Mr. Jason C. Harris..............................................Wilmington
Mr. Samuel R. Ibrahim.........................................Wilmington
Dr. Charles R. Kays.............................................Wilmington
Mr. John F. Melia.................................................Wilmington
Mr. David L. Ray.................................................Wilmington
Ms. Mary Lyons Rouse........................................Wilmington
Mr. William R. Turner, Jr.....................................Wilmington
Mr. Mat F. White..................................................Wilmington
The Honorable Woody White..............................Wilmington
President, Student Government Association CFCC
State Board of
Community Colleges
Dr. Linwood Powell, Chair.................................. Fayetteville
Mr. K. Ray Bailey, Vice Chair................................. Asheville
The Honorable Janet Cowell.......................................Raleigh
The Honorable Dan Forest....................................... Charlotte
Mr. Jimmie E. Ford................................................ Goldsboro
Dr. Stuart B. Fountain..............................................Asheboro
Mr. J. Wesley Fricks III...............................................Raleigh
Mr. Clyde Higgs.................................................... Kannapolis
Mr. Wade Bryan "Bobby" Irwin, Jr. ............................. Sparta
Ms. Janet Lowder................................................... Albemarle
Mr. Ernest C. Pearson.................................................Sanford
Ms. Hilda Pinnix-Ragland...............................................Cary
Dr. Samuel Powell................................................. Burlington
Mr. Edward "Lynn" Raye...................................... Marshville
Mr. La’Quon A. Rogers......................................... Greenville
Dr. Darrell Saunders..................................................Archdale
Mr. Scott Shook..................................................... Greenville
Mr. Jerry Vaughan.................................................... Charlotte
Ms. Ann H. Whitford...................................... Morehead City
Dr. Candler Willis......................................................Zirconia
Mr. James J. Woody, Jr............................................. Roxboro
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Mission Statement
for the North Carolina
Community College System
The mission of the North Carolina Community College System
is to open the door to high‑quality, accessible educational op-portunities
that minimize barriers to post‑secondary education,
maximize student success, and improve the lives and well‑being
of individuals by providing:
• Education, training and retraining for the workforce,
including basic skills and literacy education,
occupational and pre‑baccalaureate programs.
• Support for economic development through services to
and in partnership with business and industry.
• Services to communities and individuals, which improve
the quality of life.
Adopted by the State Board of Community Colleges, October
1993; revised March 1994, April 1994; reaffirmed January
1998; revised and adopted June 1998; revised and adopted
September 2006.
Mission Statement
for Cape Fear Community College
Cape Fear Community College is an open door, multi-campus,
comprehensive community college that strengthens the
academic, economic, social and cultural life of the citizens of
New Hanover and Pender counties.
As a member of the North Carolina Community College
System, Cape Fear Community College fully supports the
system mission and fulfills its purposes by:
• Focusing on vocational, technical, pre-baccalaureate,
literacy education, and continuing education programs
and services;
• Recruiting, enrolling, advising and retaining a diverse
student body;
• Recruiting, retaining and developing a highly qualified
and diverse faculty and staff who are dedicated to quality
education and service to the College and the community;
• Evaluating existing programs and implementing new
curricula and instructional strategies to serve the changing
needs of the service area;
• Providing support services that help students succeed;
• Enhancing student life through clubs, cultural activities,
leadership opportunities, and athletics; and
• Interacting and cooperating with others to encourage,
promote and facilitate economic and community
development.
Approved by the CFCC Board of Trustees, March 23, 1995;
revised January 18, 1996; revised November 19, 2003;
reaffirmed January 26, 2006; reaffirmed September 10, 2010.
Cape Fear Community College
Vision Statement
“Cape Fear Community College: Building a future‑oriented
world‑class workforce and a community of lifelong learners
in partnership with regional businesses and agencies. Imagine
the possibilities!”
Approved by the CFCC Board of Trustees, March 26, 1998.
About the College
Cape Fear Community College is a comprehensive community
college that offers education and training services through
numerous (1) TECHNICAL/VOCATIONAL CURRICULA
in such broad areas as health care, business, engineering
technologies, computer sciences, architecture/construction/
interior design, law enforcement and numerous other fields,
(2) COLLEGE TRANSFER/UNIVERSITY PARALLEL
studies in the freshman and sophomore years of baccalaureate
programs, and (3) a host of CONTINUING EDUCATION
programs that can be broadly clustered into such categories as
Basic Skills (including Adult High School and GED, among
other programs), Occupational Extension (custom-designed
training related directly to the in-service training needs of
various professions), and Community Services/Self-Supporting
classes that may include a wide range of avocational interests.
The core of the College’s mission is world-class workforce
development.
CFCC is one of fifty-eight institutions comprising the North
Carolina Community College System. The North Carolina
Community College System and its constituent institutions
operate in accord with legislation enacted by the North Carolina
General Assembly and as contained in Chapter 115D of the
North Carolina General Statutes. Governance of Cape Fear
Community College is further defined by policies, rules, and
procedures as promulgated in accord with state and federal
laws by the North Carolina State Board of Community Col-leges,
the Cape Fear Community College Board of Trustees,
and College officials.
Cape Fear Community College's official service area includes
New Hanover and Pender counties. CFCC’s Wilmington
campus is located in downtown Wilmington and the North
Campus is located in Castle Hayne. CFCC offers classes at
the Burgaw Center and at the Surf City Community Center
in Pender County. Several CFCC technical and vocational
programs are unique to southeastern North Carolina and to the
state as a whole, and the College therefore serves as a regional
provider of workforce training. The number of different students
annually enrolling at the College typically exceeds 27,000.
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Calendar 2015-2016
Fall Semester 2015
Final Registration Day ............................................ August 18, 2015
Fall In-Service..........................................................August 19, 2015
Schedule Adjustment Day ....................................... August 20, 2015
Classes Begin........................................................... August 21, 2015
Saturday Classes Begin............................................August 22, 2015
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%).................. September 1, 2015
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
.......................................September 2, 2015 – November 2, 2015
Labor Day – College Closed................................ September 7, 2015
Fall Break (No classes – faculty/students)................October 2, 2015
Riverfest – College Closed.......................................October 3, 2015
No Classes – College Open............................... October 20-21, 2015
Advisement Period for Spring, currently enrolled
students only................................ October 26-November 6, 2015
Web registration begins
Voc./Tech...........................................................October 26, 2015
College Transfer..............................................November 2, 2015
Special Credit..................................................November 9, 2015
Saturday Classes End..............................................October 31, 2015
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances..... November 3 – December 10, 2015
Last Day to File Intent to Graduate for Fall..........November 6, 2015
No Course Withdrawal permitted....................... December 11, 2015
Thanksgiving Holiday
No Classes – College Closed................... November 26-28, 2015
Classes End......................................................... December 18, 2015
Christmas Holiday – College Closed.............December 24-28, 2015
New Years Holiday
College Closed..................December 31, 2015 – January 1, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through August 20, 2015
75% through September 1, 2015
None Thereafter
1st Mini Session-Fall Semester
Final Registration Day ............................................ August 18, 2015
Fall In-Service..........................................................August 19, 2015
Schedule Adjustment Day........................................ August 20, 2015
Classes Begin........................................................... August 21, 2015
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%)...................... August 26, 2015
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
..................................................August 27 – September 24, 2015
Labor Day – College Closed................................ September 7, 2015
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances.........September 25 – October 9, 2015
Fall Break (No classes – faculty/students)............ October 2-3, 2015
No Course Withdrawal Permitted...........................October 12, 2015
Classes End.............................................................October 19, 2015
Refund of Tuition
100% through August 20, 2015
75% through August 26, 2015
None Thereafter
2nd Mini Session-Fall Semester
Final Registration Day ...........................................October 21, 2015
Classes Begin..........................................................October 22, 2015
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%).....................October 27, 2015
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
.................................................October 28 – November 24, 2015
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances.............................November 25, 2015
Last day to file Intent to Graduate for Fall............November 6, 2015
Thanksgiving Holiday
No Classes – College Closed................... November 26-28, 2015
No Course Withdrawal Permitted....................... December 11, 2015
Classes End......................................................... December 18, 2015
Refund of Tuition
100% through October 21, 2015
75% through October 27, 2015
None Thereafter
Spring Semester 2016
Final Registration Day.............................................. January 5, 2016
Schedule Adjustment Day......................................... January 6, 2016
Classes Begin............................................................ January 7, 2016
Saturday Classes Begin............................................. January 9, 2016
Martin Luther King Day – College Closed............. January 18, 2016
No Classes – College Open..................................... January 19, 2016
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%)..................... January 20, 2016
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
........................................................January 21 – March 23, 2016
Spring Break – No Classes – College Open..........March 5-11, 2016
Saturday Classes End................................................ March 19, 2016
Last Day to File Intent to Graduate for Spring......... March 18, 2016
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances................................... March 24, 2016
Easter Break – College Closed............................March 25-26, 2016
Azalea Festival – No Classes – College Open...........April 7-8, 2016
Azalea Festival – College Closed................................. April 9, 2016
Advisement Period for Summer/Fall, currently enrolled
students only.....................................................April 11-22, 2016
Web registration begins
Voc./Tech............................................................... April 11, 2016
College Transfer.................................................... April 18, 2016
Special Credit........................................................ April 25, 2016
No course withdrawal permitted.................................... May 4, 2016
Classes End.................................................................. May 11, 2016
Commencement........................................................... May 13, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through January 6, 2016
75% through January 20, 2016
None Thereafter
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1st Mini Session-Spring Semester
Final Registration Day ............................................. January 5, 2016
Schedule Adjustment Day......................................... January 6, 2016
Classes Begin............................................................ January 7, 2016
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%)..................... January 12, 2016
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
....................................................January 13 – February 11, 2016
Martin Luther King Day – College Closed............. January 18, 2016
No Classes – College Open..................................... January 19, 2016
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances..........................February 12-25, 2016
No course withdrawal permitted............ February 26-March 4, 2016
Classes End................................................................. March 4, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through January 6, 2016
75% through January 12, 2016
None Thereafter
2nd Mini Session-Spring Semester
Final Registration Day.............................................. March 11, 2016
Classes Begin............................................................ March 14, 2016
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%)....................... March 17, 2016
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
.............................................................. March 18-April 19, 2016
Easter Break – No Classes – College Closed.......March 25-26, 2016
Azalea Festival – No Classes – College Open...........April 7-8, 2016
Azalea Festival – College Closed................................. April 9, 2016
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances.......................April 20 – May 3, 2016
No Course Withdrawal permitted.................................. May 4, 2016
Classes End.................................................................. May 11, 2016
Commencement........................................................... May 13, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through March 13, 2016
75% through March 17, 2016
None Thereafter
Summer Semester 2016
Final Registration/Schedule Adjustment Day.............. May 20, 2016
Classes Begin............................................................... May 23, 2016
Memorial Day – College Closed.................................. May 30, 2016
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%).......................... May 27, 2016
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
..................................................................... May 31-July 6, 2016
Last Day to File Intent to Graduate for Summer......... June 16, 2016
4th of July Holiday – College Closed..............................July 4, 2016
Summer Break – No Classes – College Open................July 5, 2016
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances....................................July 7-26, 2016
No Course withdrawal permitted..................................July 27, 2016
Classes End................................................................ August 3, 2016
Commencement ........................................................ August 5, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through May 22, 2016
75% through May 27, 2016
None Thereafter
1st Mini Session - Summer Semester
Final Registration/Schedule Adjustment Day ............. May 20, 2016
Classes Begin............................................................... May 23, 2016
Memorial Day – College Closed.................................. May 30, 2016
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%).......................... May 25, 2016
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
...................................................................May 26-June 13, 2016
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances.................................June 14-17, 2016
No Course Withdrawal permitted................................ June 20, 2016
Classes End.................................................................. June 27, 2016
Commencement ........................................................ August 5, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through May 22, 2016
75% through May 25, 2016
None Thereafter
2nd Mini Session - Summer Semester
Final Registration Day ................................................ June 27, 2016
Classes Begin............................................................... June 28, 2016
Last Day for a Tuition Refund (75%).......................... June 30, 2016
Grade of “W” begins (Instructor Sign. Required)
..............................................................................July 1-20, 2016
4th of July Holiday – College Closed..............................July 4, 2016
Summer Break – No Classes – College Open................July 5, 2016
Withdrawal permitted only under
extenuating circumstances..................................July 21-26, 2016
No Course Withdrawal permitted.................................July 27, 2016
Classes End................................................................ August 3, 2016
Commencement......................................................... August 5, 2016
Refund of Tuition
100% through June 27, 2016
75% through June 30, 2016
None Thereafter
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to these programs.
http://cfcc.edu/admissions/non-traditional-admissions/
Selective Admission/Health
Science Programs
Students applying for admission to health science programs
must meet general college admission requirements as well as
specific program requirements. Each of the selective admission
programs requires that applicants be a high school graduate or
have a High School Equivalency, meet the minimum placement
test scores required for the specific curriculum program and
complete the program application process by the deadline
established for that particular program. Prior college course
completion with a grade of “C” or better in English and math
could eliminate the placement test requirement. Students will
need to consult with counselors.
Certain CFCC academic programs have additional entrance
requirements beyond general admissions to the College. Se-lective
admission programs at the College include: Associate
Degree Nursing, Cardiovascular Sonography, Dental Assist-ing,
Dental Hygiene, Nursing Transition, Occupational Ther-apy
Assistant, Pharmacy Technology, Phlebotomy, Practical
Nursing, Radiography, Regionally Increasing Baccalaureate
Nursing (RIBN), Sonography, and Surgical Technology.
Students may visit the Counseling Office for specific program
requirements and applications or visit our website at http://
cfcc.edu/studentservices/health/
Admission of Transfer Students
1. Transfer students must complete CFCC’s admission
requirements (see General Admission Process). Official
transcripts of undergraduate coursework from regionally
accredited institutions are required for transfer credit, eligibility
for veterans’ benefits, placement testing waivers, and health
science applicants. Graduate and post-graduate level transcripts
are not required. Transcripts should be sent immediately
after applying to the College but no later than 2 weeks prior
to registration.
2. Only courses with a grade of “C” or better can be transferred
from other institutions to CFCC.
a. CFCC will accept courses completed with a grade of
“C” or above.
b. Credits are transferable from regionally accredited
two and four year institutions within the United States.
Courses are transferred that compare in content, quality
and credit hours to those offered at CFCC.
c. Transcripts of course work completed at a college or
university located outside of the United States must be
accompanied by (1) a certified English translation and
course evaluation (2) course descriptions if transfer
credit is needed. Contact the Director of Enrollment
Management for acceptable translation and evaluation
agencies.
Admissions
CFCC operates under an “open door” policy. This means that
the College offers instruction to all adults. So if you are 18
years of age or older, or if you have a high school diploma
or equivalent, and can benefit from courses and programs of-fered
by our College, WE WELCOME YOU. While CFCC
advises all students to seek a high school diploma or equiva-lent,
admission to certain certificate programs may be granted
without prior completion of a diploma or GED®. In addi-tion,
admission to the college does not mean that students
will be admitted immediately to a program with specified
admissions requirements.
Admission to degree, diploma, and certain certificate pro-grams
has additional requirements including high school
graduation, official transcripts, placement testing, and medi-cal
examinations. Contact the Admissions Office for specific
program requirements.
The College reserves the right to refuse admission or read-mission
to any applicant during any period of time that the
student is suspended or expelled from any other educational
entity. 23 SBCCC 02C.0301 (d).
The College reserves the right to refuse admission to any ap-plicant
if it is necessary to protect the safety of the applicant
or other individuals. 23 SBCCC 02C.0301 (e) and (f).
Applicants who are refused admission have the right to an
appeal. To initiate such an appeal, the applicant must submit
a written appeal to the Vice President for Student Services
within five (5) calendar days after being notified of the re-fusal
to admit. The Vice President for Student Services will
present the appeal to the Judicial Board within (5) calendar
days of receipt of the written appeal. If the student wishes
to appear before the Judicial Board, the request must be in-cluded
in the written appeal. The Vice President for Student
Services will notify the applicant of the Judicial Board’s deci-sion.
The decision of the Judicial Board shall be final with
no further appeals.
Admission as a Non-Degree Seeking
Student
Students who do not wish to enter degree or diploma pro-grams
may enter CFCC as “special credit” students. Stu-dents
admitted as special credit students may carry only a
part-time course load and must have their registration cards
approved by a counselor. Special credit students must meet
course prerequisites including Placement testing. Admission
as a special credit student does not constitute admission to
any curriculum program. Special credit students may attempt
no more than 18 credit hours without meeting admissions
requirements. Students who exceed this number will not be
permitted to register until admissions requirements are met.
Students who enter a curriculum program from special credit
status, veterans, and Financial Aid recipients must meet all
admissions requirements prior to time of registration. Excep-tions
are programs which do not culminate in a degree, di-ploma
or certificate. Admissions requirements do not apply
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d. Credit for Military Experience--Veteran applicants
should submit an official military transcript to the
College in order to request credit for previous military
experience and training. The College grants credit
where applicable for military service schools in
accordance with the recommendations of the American
Council on Education’s Guide To The Evaluation Of
Educational Experiences In The Armed Services.
Credit recommended must be consistent with the
requirements and objectives of an academic program
in order to be granted. Students should be aware that
the transferability of these credits is totally at the
discretion of the receiving institution and that Cape
Fear Community College makes no guarantee of such
transfer.
3. Some courses that depend heavily on technology, speed
and accuracy, physical skills, and/or language skills will
be subject to review after five years unless the student has
been continuously enrolled. Courses subject to review may
include, but not limited to, keyboarding, computer, foreign
languages, developmental, and trades courses.
4. Credits transferred from other institutions will be noted
on the student’s CFCC transcript. Grades achieved at other
institutions will not be used in the grade point average
computation at CFCC.
5. Credit gained through advanced placement testing will
require official transcripts from the testing agency.
6. Experiential learning, proficiency testing, and work based
learning experience will not be transferred as course work to
CFCC.
7. Students should submit official copies of all transcripts
two weeks prior to registration so that evaluation of transfer
credit can be completed. Transfer credit for those transcripts
received during the registration process will be completed by
the end of the first academic session of enrollment. Faxed
transcripts are not acceptable.
8. To receive a degree, diploma or certificate from CFCC,
transfer students must complete at least 25 percent of program
requirements at CFCC.
Re-Admission of Curriculum Students
Students (including CFCC graduates) returning to CFCC
who have not been enrolled for a minimum of 3 years must
submit a new Admissions Application. Students must also
meet the admissions requirements for the current program of
study including evaluation of all coursework earned at CFCC
and other institutions.
Some courses that depend heavily on technology, speed
and accuracy, physical skills, and language skills will be
subject to review after five years unless the student has
been continuously enrolled. Courses subject to review may
include, but not limited to, keyboarding, computer, foreign
languages, developmental, and trades courses.
Admission of Transient Students
Transient students are those who are admitted and enrolled in
another college or university and wish to enroll in CFCC as a
full-time student for one academic session.
Transient students must:
• Submit a completed CFCC Admission Application.
• Submit written permission from their home institution to
enroll in CFCC.
• Provide verification of completion of applicable
prerequisites prior to enrolling in CFCC courses.
Provisional Admission
Provisional admittance is granted during Final Registration
Day only. Students whose official high school transcripts
have not been received by the Admissions Office at the time
of registration may be admitted provisionally. All admissions
requirements must be met within thirty (30) calendar days from
the first day of the academic session. Those students who do
not meet admissions requirements within thirty (30) calendar
days may be dropped from courses, and financial aid benefits
may also be jeopardized. Students will not be allowed to register
for upcoming semesters until all admission requirements are
met. Students must take the placement test prior to registration
to meet course prerequisites.
NOTE: Official post-secondary transcripts are required; faxed
transcripts are not acceptable.
Special Credit - Lifelong Learners
Students who have no desire or intention to work toward a
degree, diploma, or certificate and wish to take classes for
personal development, enrichment, or simply for the joy of
learning may enroll as a Lifelong Learner. To be admitted as
a Lifelong Learner, the student need only submit a completed
college application for admission. Students admitted as Lifelong
Learners may carry only a part-time course load and must have
their registration approved by a counselor. Lifelong Learners
must meet and verify course prerequisites including placement
testing. Official post-secondary transcripts are required; faxed
transcripts are not acceptable. Admission as a Lifelong Learner
does not constitute admission to any curriculum program. A
Lifelong Learner who wishes to be reclassified as a regular
student must complete admission requirements as outlined in the
General Admissions Process in this catalog. Lifelong Learners
are not eligible to receive financial aid or Veteran’s benefits.
The North Carolina Career and College
Promise: College Opportunities for
High School Students
The Career and College Promise Program allows qualifying
high school students the opportunity to enroll in college
classes in order to earn both high school and college credit
upon successful completion of CFCC courses. This program
offers the following pathways:
• Career and Technical Education Pathway
• College Transfer Pathway
• Cooperative Innovative High School Pathway (or Early
College High School)
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The Career Technical Education Pathway allows high
school students the opportunity to enroll in a CFCC
Certificate that aligns with their high school career cluster
programs. To be accepted to this program, students must
meet the following criteria:
• Be a high school junior or senior;
• Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or
have the approval of the high school principal or designee;
• Meet all program prerequisites.
The College Transfer Pathway allows high school juniors
and seniors the opportunity to complete some of the core
general education classes required during the first two years
of a four-year degree. To be accepted to this program, students
must meet the following criteria:
• Be a high school junior or senior;
• Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses;
• Demonstrate college readiness in English, Reading, and
Math on an assessment or placement test such as the PLAN,
PSAT, SAT, ACT, or Accuplacer Exam.
• Meet all program prerequisites.
The Cooperative Innovative Pathway or Early College
High School allows students the opportunity to earn a high
school diploma and up to two years of college credit within
five years. CFCC partners with New Hanover County Schools
and Pender County Schools to host two early college high
schools. Pender Early College High School (PECHS) and
Wilmington Early College High School (WECHS) are high
schools located on the campuses of CFCC. Both early colleges
enroll rising ninth-graders each year. Students must have the
desire to attend a smaller school with high expectations for
academics and behavior. Admission to the program is granted
by each respective school system.
For more information on college courses available to qualify-ing
high school students, visit our website at http://www.cfcc.
edu/ccp. .
Admission of Out-of-State Students
Out-of-state students are admitted under the same admissions
requirements as residents of North Carolina. Residency
classification for out-of-state students will be determined at
the time of admissions according to the laws of the State of
North Carolina. General Statute 116-143.1 specifically states
that 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 or her classification as a resident for
tuition purposes. Furthermore, a person must establish that his
or 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. Consequently, the fact that a person has
resided in the state for 12 months does not in itself constitute
in-state residency. Special rules and circumstances may affect
the assessment of domicile for minors, married persons, active
members of the armed forces and their dependents, aliens,
federal personnel and prisoners. Exceptions are also made for
families transferred by business within the past 12 months (up
to 1% of total out-of-state students), students with employer-paid
tuition, lawfully admitted public high school graduates,
non-profit corporation sponsorships, and emergency workers.
Applicants wishing additional information about the laws of
North Carolina governing residency classification for students
should contact the Director of Enrollment Management’s office
where copies of the law are maintained or log on to www.ncleg.
net for NC General Statutes.
Residency Appeal
If a student wishes to appeal the residency classification, he/she
must submit a Residence and Tuition Status Application (avail-able
in the Student Services Offices and the College’s website)
to the Office of the Director of Enrollment Management. It is
the student’s responsibility to provide the College with the
necessary information to prove in-state status. Residence and
Tuition Status Applications must be submitted within the first
ten (10) days of the semester in which the student is appeal-ing
the out-of-state status. Legal documentation supporting a
student’s claim for in-state status must be attached at the time
the application is submitted. Examples include NC State tax
return, voter registration, vehicle registration, personal property
taxes, driver’s license/State I.D. etc. If the student chooses to
appeal the classification assigned by the Director of Enroll-ment
Management’s Office, he/she may appeal to the State
level by filing a written appeal to the Director of Enrollment
Management within ten (10) days following the Enrollment
Office’s decision (electronic submissions are not acceptable).
This appeal must include a statement of intent and grounds for
appeal. The decision of the State Appeals’ Committee is final.
Admission of International Students
Cape Fear Community College does not issue the necessary
documents to obtain the F, J, or M student visas. Other visas
may be acceptable for admission. Contact the Director of
Enrollment Management for further information.
General Admissions Process
New students should complete all admission requirements
at least two weeks prior to registration.
1. APPLICATION An application for admission must
be submitted prior to placement testing and registration.
Applications may be submitted online at www.cfcc.edu. Valid
email addresses are required for electronic applications.
2. OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL OR EQUIVALENT
TRANSCRIPT
An official high school or equivalent transcript from an
accredited institution recognized by the Department of
Education which indicates the date of graduation must be
submitted to CFCC. Official transcripts are those received
either by mail or by hand-delivery to CFCC in the original,
sealed envelope from the awarding institution or agency. Home
schooled students must submit a copy of the home school’s
approved registration from the state in which they are registered.
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3. OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT(S) Official college
transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions of higher
education previously attended must be submitted to CFCC
for transfer credit, eligibility for veterans’ benefits, placement
testing waivers, and health science applicants.
4. PLACEMENT TESTING All applicants to degree, diploma
and certain certificate programs are required to have valid
placement test scores on file prior to acceptance at CFCC.
(There is no charge for the placement assessment). All or parts
of the placement assessment requirement may be waived upon
receipt of official transcripts if the applicant:
• has satisfactorily completed college level English and/or
Mathematics course above the developmental level, or
• has made the following minimum scores within the last five
years on the Scholastic Aptitude Test(SAT): Writing 500
OR Critical Reading 500 and SAT Math 500: American
College Testing (ACT)-Reading 22 OR English 18 and
ACT Math 22 and has submitted official SAT or ACT
transcripts to the Admissions Office, or
• has achieved CFCC’s cut-off scores for desired curriculum
program by submitting official ASSET, COMPASS or
Accuplacer scores taken within the last five years, or
• has earned developmental course credit, with a “C” or
better, at a school in the North Carolina Community College
System. Students will need to consult with counselors.
Students and prospective students may take the placement
test twice (2 times) in twelve (12) consecutive months
(one initial test and one retest).
5. MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS A medical history is
required for specific program admission or completion. Students
are notified of this requirement as applicable to their programs
of study. Selected programs within the college may require
drug screening prior to final acceptance into the program.
Contact Counseling for further information.
Services To Students
Where to Go for What
Absences.................................................................. Instructor
Academic Advising........................ Assigned Faculty Advisor
Academic Honors.........................................Catalog/Registrar
Academic Probation................................. Catalog/Counselors
Accessibility Issues......................Disability Support Services
Admissions.................................................... Student Services
Address Change............................................ Student Services
Advanced Placement..............................................Counseling
Athletics........................................................ Student Services
Attendance............................................................... Instructor
Books/Supplies......................................... Campus Bookstore
Bulletin Boards............................................. Student Services
CFCC online Portal/WebAdvisor..............Student Help Desk
Career Counseling......................................Career and Testing
Change Program/Major..........................................Counseling
Clubs and Organizations............................. Student Activities
Course Selection....................................... Advisor/Counselor
Drop a Course.............................. Instructor/Student Services
Emergencies.................................................. Student Services
Fees.................................................................Business Office
Financial Aid........................................... Financial Aid Office
First Aid............................................... Labs/Student Services
General Interest Courses.......................Continuing Education
Grading System.......................................…Catalog/ Registrar
Insurance.........................................................Business Office
Job Placement............................................Career and Testing
Lost & Found....................................... Switchboard Operator
Parking Permits/Regulations...........................Business Office
Personal Counseling...............................................Counseling
Registration................................................... Student Services
ID Card........................ Business Office, Wilmington Campus
Library, North Campus
Testing........................................................Career and Testing
Transcripts..................................................... Student Services
Transfer Counseling...............................Advisors/Counseling
Transfer Student Planning............ Academic Advising Center
Tutoring.............................................................. Learning Lab
Veterans.................................. Financial Aid/Veteran’s Center
Withdrawal from a Course........................................ Registrar
Campus Visits
Cape Fear Community College encourages prospective stu-dents
and parents to visit the campus and tour our facilities.
Guided tours may be scheduled Monday through Friday
when classes are in session. Appointments are necessary to
ensure that appropriate staff will be available to answer ques-tions.
Information pertaining to academic programs, student
services, and the admissions/registration processes will be
presented during the tour. Tour dates and times are available
on the College’s website at www.cfcc.edu.
Orientation
The Student Services Department offers orientation programs
prior to the start of the Spring and Fall semesters to acquaint
new students to the College, its facilities, resources, services,
activities, organizations and policies. Students accepted to
the College will be invited to attend orientation. An online
orientation program is also available on the College’s website
at www.cfcc.edu for online learners and summer sessions.
All new students are required to take advantage of these
programs to maximize their opportunities at CFCC.
myCFCC
myCFCC is a web-based portal that links all aspects of campus
life to create a community environment. It provides services
such as e-mail, campus announcements, message boards,
calendars, and discussion groups. Accounts are created upon
acceptance to the College. Students are encouraged to check
myCFCC on a regular basis to receive important college
information. A link to myCFCC is on the College’s website
at www.cfcc.edu.
WebAdvisor
WebAdvisor is another web-based portal that gives students
access to class schedules, on-line registration, grades, address
changes, and graduation progress. A link to WebAdvisor is on
the College’s website at www.cfcc.edu.
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Counseling
Confidential academic, personal, and career counseling services
are provided on an ongoing basis to all students. The counseling
staff is available Monday through Friday on both campuses.
Please refer to our website for specific hours based on campus
location. Summer hours may vary. Students are seen on a
walk-in basis or appointments may be made by calling (910)
362-7017 (Wilmington Campus) or (910) 362-7523 (North
Campus).
The professional counseling staff is experienced in assisting
students in developing skills and attitudes needed to deal
effectively with their academic environment.
Students who are uncertain in selecting their major course
of study or who are experiencing academic difficulty are
encouraged to seek the assistance of a counselor. Students
with personal concerns that may interfere with their academic
success are also urged to seek guidance from the counseling staff.
When appropriate, the counseling staff may make (with the stu-dent’s
permission) referrals to community resources/agencies.
Academic Advising Center
The Academic Advising Center provides supplemental advising
support to students and their assigned faculty advisors. The
center is located on the second floor of the Wilmington Campus’
Union Station (entered through U-246). Please refer to the
center’s website for scheduling information. Students may
meet with an academic advisor and use the center’s computers
for web registration and academic planning.
All students are assigned a faculty advisor based on their
major. The faculty advisors assist students in selecting and
scheduling appropriate classes to fulfill program requirements.
The Academic Advising Center serves as an additional resource
for students who have registration issues or advising questions
that the faculty advisor cannot resolve. New students who
complete the online orientation rather than attending the
on-campus orientation may use the center for advising and
registration guidance. Additionally, college transfer students are
encouraged to visit the center for help in developing a transfer
plan to a 4-year college or university. During registration,
this transfer plan will assist the student and faculty advisor
in selecting courses that will help the student meet admission
and program requirements at the 4-year school.
Disability Support Services
Cape Fear Community College and all employees shall operate
programs, activities, and services to ensure that no otherwise
qualified individuals with disabilities shall be excluded from
participating in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to
discrimination under any such program, activity, or service
solely by reason of their disabilities. Disability Support Services
provides numerous services that assist students in reaching
their academic goals. Assistance may include services such as
registration assistance, academic counseling, student advocacy,
interpreters for the deaf or hard-of-hearing, academic aides,
assistive technology and other reasonable accommodations.
To be eligible for Disability Support Services, students must
provide professional medical, psychological, and/or educational
documentation of their disabilities, including associated
functional limitations, to the Disability Support Services’ staff.
If classroom adaptations, interpreters, or academic aides are
necessary to participate in class, advanced notice of 4 weeks
is required to coordinate such services.
Career and Testing Services
Career counseling is available through the Office of Career and
Testing Services. Students are assisted with career decision-making,
employment trends, and educational requirements.
Job placement assistance is also available to students and
graduates. Career Services provides on-line job listings through
CFCC Career Connection. This on-line job bank gives students,
graduates, and employers an opportunity to connect.
Placement Testing
All applicants to degree, diploma, and certain certificate
programs are required to have valid placement test scores on
file prior to being accepted at CFCC. The assessment is not
an entrance examination. The primary purpose of placement
examinations is to determine the individual’s skill level and
readiness. Assessment results will be used to determine the
need, if any, for developmental placement. Faculty advisors will
also use the results in planning students’ programs and classes.
Placement assessments are administered in the following
areas: English and Math. All placement scores are valid for
five years from date of examination. An admission application
must be submitted prior to testing to ensure that results are
properly posted.
Accuplacer Test
The Accuplacer is an un-timed computer-based type assessment.
The test is divided into two sections: English and Math.
Currently there is no fee for the test.
Applicants/students need to bring a picture ID, and know their
CFCC Student ID Number and CFCC’s program of study.
The testing room opens fifteen (15) minutes prior to testing.
Parking for testers at the Wilmington Campus is available in
the student parking lot located next to the Schwartz Center on
North Front Street.
If alternative accommodations are necessary because of a
diagnosed disability, requests for approval, assistance, and
scheduling must be arranged through CFCC’s Disability Support
Services office (362-7800).
A schedule of dates/times of the Placement Tests can be obtained
from CFCC’s website: http://cfcc.edu/testing/.
Retest Policy
Applicants/students can take the placement test only twice
in (12) twelve consecutive months. It is recommended that a
student retest after successfully completing a developmental
course in the subject area.
High School Equivalency Exam Testing
The General Education Development (GED®) diploma is
administered at CFCC. Testing is administered via the computer.
See Basic Skills Division.
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Placement Test Advising Guide
Applicants entering vocational/technical and college transfer courses must begin their English sequence with the course corresponding to
their score levels on the following placement tests.
ENGLISH PLACEMENT
Testing is not required with
SAT Reading 500 or Writing 500
OR
ACT Reading 22 or English 18
OR
Transfer credit of ENG 111 or its equivalent with a grade of “C” or better.
Register for your English class based on the guide below.
PLACEMENT NCDAP
ENGLISH
(DRE Composite
Score)
ACCUPLACER
Reading +
Sentence Skills
COMPASS
Reading +
Writing
Basic Skills 100-103 40-71
0-63
DRE096 104-116 72-91
64-84
DRE097 117-135 92-128
85-111
DRE098 136-150 129-165
112-150
ENG111 151 and higher 166 and higher
151 and higher
MATH PLACEMENT
Testing not required with SAT Math 500 or ACT Math 22 or credit for the appropriate college math required for your major.
Math Modules Scores Ranges
DMA-010 Operations with Integers 1 = Basic Skills
DMA-010 Operations with Integers 2-6 = DMA IS needed 7-12 = DMA is NOT needed
DMA-020 Fractions and Decimals 1-6 = DMA IS needed 7-12 = DMA is NOT needed
DMA-030 Proportions/Ratios/Rates/Percents 1-6 = DMA IS needed 7-12 = DMA is NOT needed
DMA-040 Expressions/Linear Equations/Inequalities 1-6 = DMA IS needed 7-12 = DMA is NOT needed
DMA-050 Graphs/Equations of Lines 1-6 = DMA IS needed 7-12 = DMA is NOT needed
DMA-060 Polynomials/Quadratic Applications 1-6 = DMA IS needed 7-12 = DMA is NOT needed
(A score of 7 or higher on DMA-060 will also award credits for DMA-065, DMA-070 and DMA-080)
MAT-110 = A score of 7 on DMA-010 through DMA-030 Needed
MAT-141 = A score of 7 on DMA-010 through DMA-040 Needed
MAT-143 & MAT-152 = 7 on DMA-010 through DMA-050 Needed
MAT-121 = A score of 7 on DMA-010 through DMA-060 Needed
MAT-171 = A score of 7 on DMA-010 through DMA-080 Needed
Math Courses for Registration
DMS-001 = If you need 1 DMA (Excluding DMA-050, 060, 070, 080 or 065)
DMS-002 = If you need 2 or more DMA’s (Excluding DMA-050, 060, 070, 080 or 065)
DMA-050 = If you need DMA-050
DMA-060 = If you need DMA-060
DMA-065 = If you need DMA-060 through DMA-080
Register for the maximum number of credits in each semester until you have successfully completed all of the DMA courses that are
required on your Program Evaluation.
All scores are valid for 5 years.
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Retention and Graduation
Rate Information
Anyone wishing to obtain information about first-time students’
rate of persistence and/or graduation rates should contact the
Office of the Director of Enrollment Management.
Cape Fear Community College measures and reports reten-tion,
graduation and transfer rates, along with seven other
institutional performance standards, on an annual basis and in
accordance with definitions and standards established by the
North Carolina State Board of Community Colleges. Establish-ment
of these common performance measures of institutional
effectiveness, along with definitions and standards for each,
are the result of a mandate by the N.C. General Assembly to
review past performance and define standards of performance
to ensure quality and effectiveness of programs and services
in all of the 58 community colleges. Please refer to page “vi”
of this catalog for CFCC’s performance report on these mea-sures.
Historical data and additional details may be viewed at
http://cfcc.edu/ie/.
Developmental Studies
To help insure student success, the college offers developmental
courses to students who need help in the basic skills: math-ematics,
reading, and writing. These courses are required for
those students who have been identified by Career and Testing
as needing enhancement in these skills.
Developmental courses count toward registered credits as it
applies to financial aid, veterans benefits, and enrollment status.
Developmental courses do not count attempted or earned hours,
nor do they count in a student's academic GPA. All develop-mental
courses are given grades of PA, PB, PC, or R (Repeat).
CFCC will recognize developmental courses completed with
an equivalent grade of “C” or above at other North Carolina
accredited institutions. Counselors will mail students a transfer
credit slip following an evaluation of the coursework. The trans-fer
evaluation will be used for class placement by the advisor.
Below is a selected list of transferable courses for students who
are deficient in reading (a CPT score less than 80). Some courses
have additional prerequisites and corequisites (listed within
parentheses), and students must comply with them. Reminder:
Students may also take math courses if they (students) comply
with the prerequisites and the corequisites.
List of Transfer Courses for Students Who Are Not Proficient in Reading
(CPT scores in Reading less than 80)
Course Prefix & Number (Pre-/Co-requisites) Course Title Credit Hours
ACA 122 College Transfer Success 1
ART 111 Art Appreciation 	 3
ART 121 Two Dimensional Design 3
ART 122 (Prerequisite: ART 121) Three Dimensional Design 3
ART 131 Drawing I 3
ART 132 (Prerequisite: ART 131) Drawing II 3
ART 171 (Prerequisite: ART 131) Computer Art I 3
ART 212 Gallery Assistantship I 1
ART 214 Portfolio and Resume 1
ART 231 Printmaking I 3
ART 232 (Prerequisite: ART 231) Printmaking II 3
ART 240 (Prerequisite: ART 131) Painting I 3
ART 241 (Prerequisite: ART 240) Painting II 3
ART 245 Metals I 3
ART 246 (Prerequisite: ART 245) Metals II 3
ART 247 Jewelry I 3
ART 248 (Prerequisite: ART 247) Jewelry II 3
ART 250 Surface Design: Textiles 3
ART 251 Weaving I 3
ART 252 (Prerequisite: ART 251) Weaving II 3
ART 261 Photography I 3
ART 262 (Prerequisite: ART 261) Photography II 3
ART 264 Digital Photography I 3
ART 265 (Prerequisite: ART 264) Digital Photography II 3
ART 266 Videography I 3
ART 267 (Prerequisite: ART 266) Videography II 3
ART 271 (Prerequisite: ART 171) Computer Art II 3
ART 281 Sculpture I 3
ART 282 (Prerequisite: ART 281) Sculpture II 3
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ART 283 Ceramics I 3
ART 284 (Prerequisite: ART 283) Ceramics II 3
ART 285 (Prerequisites: ART 284) Ceramics III 3
ART 286 (Prerequisites: ART 285) Ceramics IV 3
COM 111 Voice and Diction I 3
COM 160 Small Group Communication 3
COM 251 Debate I 3
COM 252 (Prerequisite: COM 251) Debate II 3
CTS 115 Info Sys Business Concept 3
DRA 111 Theatre Appreciation 3
DRA 120 Voice for Performance 3
DRA 126 Storytelling 3
DRA 128 Children’s Theatre 3
DRA 130 Acting I 3
DRA 131 (Prerequisite: DRA 130) Acting II 3
DRA 135 Acting for the Camera I 3
DRA 136 (Prerequisite: DRA 135) Acting for the Camera II 3
DRA 140 Stagecraft I 3
DRA 141 (Prerequisite: DRA 140) Stagecraft II 3
DRA 142 Costuming 3
DRA 145 Stage Make-up 2
DRA 147 (Prerequisite: DRA 140) Sound Technology 3
DRA 170 Play Production I 3
DRA 171 (Prerequisite: DRA 170) Play Production II 3
DRA 175 Teleplay Production I 3
DRA 176 (Prerequisite: DRA 175) Teleplay Production II 3
DRA 230 (Prerequisite: DRA 131) Acting III 3
DRA 231 (Prerequisite: DRA 230) Acting IV 3
DRA 240 Lighting for the Theatre 3
DRA 260 (Prerequisite: DRA 130; Corequisite: DRA 140) Directing 3
DRA 270 (Prerequisite: DRA 171) Play Production III 3
DRA 271 (Prerequisite: DRA 270) Play Production IV 3
DRA 275 (Prerequisite: DRA 176) Teleplay Production III 3
DRA 276 (Prerequisite: DRA 176) Teleplay Production IV 3
HUM 120 Cultural Studies 3
HUM 121 The Nature of America 3
HUM 122 Southern Culture 3
HUM 140 History of Architecture 3
HUM 150 American Women’s Studies 3
HUM 170 The Holocaust 3
MUS 110 Music Appreciation 3
MAT 143 (Prerequisite: DMA 010, DMA 020, Quantitative Literacy 3
DMA 030, DMA 040, DMA 050,
and DRE 098)
MAT 152 (Prerequisite: DMA 010, DMA 020, Statistical Methods I 4
DMA 030, DMA 040, DMA 050,
and DRE 098)
MAT 171 (Prerequisite: MAT 121 or [DMA 010, Precalculus Algebra 4
DMA 020, DMA 030, DMA 040,
DMA 050, DMA 060,
DMA 070, and DMA 080])
MAT 172 (Prerequisite: MAT 171) Precalculus Trigonometry 3
MAT 263 (Prerequisite: MAT 171) Brief Calculus 3
MAT 271 (Prerequisite: MAT 172) Calculus I 4
MAT 272 (Prerequisite: MAT 271) Calculus II 4
MAT 273 (Prerequisite: MAT 272) Calculus II 4
MUS 111 Fundamentals of Music 3
MUS 112 Intro to Jazz 3
MUS 113 American Music 3
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MUS 114 Non-Western Music 3
MUS 121 Music Theory I 4
MUS 122 (Prerequisite: MUS 121) Music Theory II 4
MUS 123 (Prerequisite: MUS 111 or MUS 121) Music Composition 1
MUS 131 Chorus I 1
MUS 132 (Prerequisite: MUS 131) Chorus II 1
MUS 135 Jazz Ensemble I 1
MUS 136 (Prerequisite: MUS 135) Jazz Ensemble II 1
MUS 137 Orchestra I 1
MUS 138 (Prerequisite: MUS 137) Orchestra II 1
MUS 141 Ensemble I 1
MUS 142 (Prerequisite: MUS 141) Ensemble II 1
MUS 151 Class Music I 1
MUS 152 (Prerequisite: MUS 151) Class Music II 1
MUS 161 Applied Music I 2
MUS 162 (Prerequisite: MUS 161) Applied Music II 2
MUS 175 Recording Techniques I 2
MUS 176 (Prerequisite: MUS 175) Recording Techniques 2
MUS 210 History of Rock Music 3
MUS 211 History of Country Music 3
MUS 212 American Musical Theatre 3
MUS 214 (Prerequisite: MUS 111) Electronic Music I 2
MUS 215 (Prerequisite: MUS 214) Electronic Music II 2
MUS 221 (Prerequisite: MUS 122) Music Theory III 4
MUS 222 (Prerequisite: MUS 221) Music Theory IV 4
MUS 231 (Prerequisite: MUS 132) Chorus III 1
MUS 232 (Prerequisite: MUS 231) Chorus IV 1
MUS 235 (Prerequisite: MUS 136) Jazz Ensemble III 1
MUS 236 (Prerequisite: MUS 235) Jazz Ensemble IV 1
MUS 237 (Prerequisite: MUS 138) Orchestra III 1
MUS 238 (Prerequisite: MUS 237) Orchestra IV 1
MUS 241 (Prerequisite: MUS 142) Ensemble III 1
MUS 242 (Prerequisite: MUS 241) Ensemble IV 1
MUS 251 (Prerequisite: MUS 152) Class Music III 1
MUS 252 (Prerequisite: MUS 251) Class Music IV 1
MUS 253 Big Band 1
MUS 261 (Prerequisite: MUS 162) Applied Music III 2
MUS 262 (Prerequisite: MUS 261) Applied Music IV 2
MUS 271 (Prerequisite: MUS 122) Music History I 3
MUS 272 (Prerequisite: MUS 271) Music History II 3
PED 113 Aerobics I 1
PED 120 Walking for Fitness 1
PED 122 Yoga I 1
PED 123 (Prerequisite: PED 122 or permission) Yoga II 1
PED 125 Self-Defense Beginning 1
PED 128 Golf-Beginning 1
PED 129 (Prerequisite: PED 128) Golf-Intermediate 1
PED 130 Tennis-Beginning 1
PED 131 (Prerequisite: PED 130) Tennis-Intermediate 1
PED 143 Volleyball-Beginning 1
PED 145 Basketball-Beginning 1
PED 147 Soccer 1
PED 148 Softball 1
PED 149 Flag Football 1
PED 170 Backpacking 1
PED 210 Team Sports 	 1
SPA 141 Culture and Civilization 3
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The Learning Lab
The Learning Lab provides free educational support and
access to computers to promote student success and academic
independence.
Masters-level and Bachelors-level facilitators along with
experienced student tutors cater to individual learning styles
to help students develop self-reliance and build self-esteem.
The Lab provides the following
Free tutorial assistance:
• in all CFCC curriculum courses (face-to-face as well
as online), Adult Basic Skills, and GED/Adult High
School readiness
• for supplemental Instruction that assists students in tra-ditionally
challenging courses through facilitated group
sessions. These courses may include BIO, CHM, PHY,
MSC, and other courses as needed
Drop-in help is available for the following:
• basic skills in reading, writing, and grammar
• all math classes from the basics to advanced calculus
• all science courses such as anatomy & physiology, biol-ogy,
chemistry, physics
• Spanish language courses
• building stronger academic skills
• guidance and materials to prepare for the PSB Test for
Health Science careers
• free access to over 100 computers for students to com-plete
assignments and type papers
• assistance developing computer skills applicable to
schoolwork and students' future careers
Additional services:
• Academic skills workshops on Time Management/
Study Skills, Note and Test Taking Skills, Plagiarism,
and Resume and Cover Letter Writing
Learning Lab - Wilmington Campus
Computer Lab - Room L-218 • Health Sciences/Learning
Resources Center
Math Lab - Room L-219 • Health Sciences/Learning
Resources Center
Writing Center - Room L-218 • Health Sciences/Learning
Resources Center
Science Lab - Room N-407 • Natural Sciences Building
Hours: Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
(Hours are subject to change)
For more information about the Wilmington Campus Learning
Lab or for summer hours, please call (910) 362-7476.
Learning Lab - North Campus
Room NA-113I • McKeithan Center
Hours: Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Saturday-Closed
(Hours are subject to change)
For more information about the North Campus Learning Lab
or for summer hours, please call (910) 362-7554.
Health Services
Cape Fear Community College does not maintain health
facilities or medical services. The responsibility for medical
services rests with the student. In the case of illness or injury
on campus, Emergency Medical Services may be called to
assist individuals.
First aid kits are available in labs and the Student Services office.
If a student is injured or becomes ill while on campus, the
Student Services office should be contacted. Should illness or
injury occur after 5:00 p.m., the Evening Coordinator should
be contacted at 362-7100.
Learning Resource Centers (LRC)
The Learning Resource Centers include the libraries, TV
studio, and Online Learning. The Wilmington Campus LRC
is located on the second floor of the Health Sciences/LRC
building. The North Campus LRC is located on the first floor
of the McKeithan Center. Additional information about the
LRC is available at our website: http://cfcc.edu/lrc/.
Library
The Wilmington and North Campus libraries provide resources,
services, and instruction that directly contribute to student
success. The libraries have approximately 54,000 books,
500 current print periodical subscriptions, and over 16,000
audiovisual items. A wide range of more than 100+ electronic
resources, including NC LIVE, is accessible online through
the libraries. These e-resources contain thousands of full-text
articles from more than 16,000 newspapers, journals,
magazines, and encyclopedias and access to 30,000+ ebooks.
Students may use the libraries’ 60 computers or their own
computers to access these resources via the Internet. Students
can also access the Surf CFCC wireless network from the
libraries. A current CFCC ID is required to check out library
materials. For individual reference or research assistance or
to schedule an instruction session or tour for a class, contact
the Reference Desk at (910) 362-7034 or via email: lrcref@
cfcc.edu. Library staff and resources will assist you with
reference questions, help you meet your course objectives,
supplement classroom assignments, and enable you to pursue
topics of interest.
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TV Studio
The TV studio provides students with a laboratory setting
for learning the tools and tasks needed to produce television
content. The studio also produces programming for broadcast
on The Learning Network and creates promotional videos
highlighting CFCC students and programs.
Online Learning
Online Learning is dedicated to the evaluation, design, and
implementation of high quality online education. Online
Learning staff provide resources and services to assist stu-dents
and faculty to be successful in online learning.
Continuing Education Services
The Continuing Education Division promotes the concept
of lifelong learning by providing meaningful educational
experiences that will help adults meet occupational and
professional goals and fulfill social and personal needs.
Non-credit classes and seminars offered will allow adults
to achieve their full potential in our ever-changing world
of knowledge and skills by preparing for employment to
upgrade their skills or learn a new skill.
Human Resources
Development Program
The Human Resources Development (HRD) program is
designed for unemployed or underemployed individuals
who wish to become more marketable by upgrading their
employability skills. Classes are year round and are free for
those who qualify. See Corporate and Continuing Education
Division for further details.
Basic Skills Division
The Basic Skills Division offers literacy classes for adults
16 years of age or older, who wish to begin, continue, or
expand their educational skills: All classes are free and are
offered at convenient times and locations. Anyone under 18
years of age must have school and parental release forms.
See Extended Services-Continuing Education Division for
further details.
Registration Information
Registration is the term used for enrolling in classes. Advisors
and counselors provide information which will assist students
in choosing required classes, completing the registration form,
securing a space in class and paying tuition fees.
Semester System
The academic year is divided into two semesters and summer
sessions. The Fall and Spring semesters offers sixteen (16)
weeks of instruction and two eight (8) week mini sessions.
The Summer terms are provided either in a ten (10) week
session or two five (5) week sessions. Consult the Schedule
of Classes for specific scheduling information.
Semester Hour Credit
Each course listed in the catalog and class schedule is followed
by a notation on the number of semester hours it earns. Normally,
the number of semester hours earned is based on the number of
class, laboratory or shop hours spent under the supervision of
the course instructor per week for the semester. Usually one
semester hour credit is given for each lecture hour of class per
week, for each two hours of laboratory work per week, or for
each three hours of shop or manipulative laboratory per week.
(A class hour is usually defined as 50 minutes of instruction.)
Exceptions may be made in cases where specific classification
is not feasible.
Course Load
Students enrolled in the Fall and Spring semesters for 12 or
more credit hours are designated as full-time students. Students
taking 11 or fewer credits during a semester are considered
part-time. Students enrolled in the Summer Session for 9
credit hours or more are designated as full-time students for
insurance purposes. Students receiving Financial Aid benefits
must be enrolled for 12 or more credit hours each semester to
receive full benefits. Veteran’s benefits for the Summer-full
time is seven hours (7) hours for the 10 week session or four
(4) hours each five week session. Students who are placed on
academic probation or suspension may be required to take a
reduced course load.
Maximum course loads for which students may enroll are as
follows:
• Fall and/or Spring Semester(s) - Eighteen (18)
	
credit hours except when program requirements
determine otherwise.
• Summer Term - Thirteen (13) credit hours except
when program requirements determine otherwise.
Any exception must be approved by the Vice President for
Student Services.
Procedures for Registering for Classes
(General Registration)
Step 1. Advisement & Scheduling - Faculty advise students
concerning course schedule and sign registration cards.
Step 2. Schedule Input - Student searches and registers for
classes using WebAdvisor.
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Students who withdraw from a developmental course(s) within
the 80 percent date of the semester will receive a grade of “W.”
Students will not be allowed to withdraw from a course(s)
after the 80 percent date of the semester. After the 80 percent
date, final grades will be assigned based on the grade earned.
Grades in developmental classes are not computed in the
grade-point average.
While students are expected to initiate all withdrawals, in-structors
will withdraw a student and assign a grade of “W”
when the student has exceeded the allowable absences for that
course through the 80 percent date of the semester. Instructors
may not initiate withdrawals for other reasons.
Notes:
• Please refer to the Academic Calendar for
the withdrawal deadlines for each semester.
• Financial Aid students who stop attending class
and receive a grade of “W” may be required to
repay a percentage of their Federal Aid back to
the Department of Education. Go to http://cfcc.
edu/finaid/ for more information about financial
rules and policies.
Step 3. Schedule and Tuition: Student prints schedule grid
and tuition bill using WebAdvisor.
Step 4. Payment of Tuition Fees - WebAdvisor or Business
Office - All students pay tuition and fees.
Note: Students receiving Financial Aid, Veterans benefits
or financial sponsorship must complete steps 1-4.
WebAdvisor
(Online Registration at Cape Fear)
WebAdvisor is online registration for currently enrolled
students to select and early register for classes for the following
semester. Currently enrolled students are assigned registration
priorities based on their major and number of completed credit
hours. Registration information is emailed to students’ CFCC
email account.
Auditing Courses
Students who wish to audit courses must register for the audit
by following the regular registration procedures and indicating
in writing on an audit form which course(s) they are auditing.
Auditing students must meet all course pre-requisites. The
audit form must be signed by the instructor and turned into the
Registrar’s office during the first week of the semester. Auditing
students receive no credit and are not required to participate
in class discussion or take tests. Fees for audit courses are the
same as those taken for credit. Changes from audit to credit
or credit to audit may only be done during registration and
Final Schedule Adjustment Day. Students should be aware
that Financial Aid and Veteran benefits do not pay for audit
courses. Audit courses do not transfer.
Withdrawal
Visit http://cfcc.edu/registration/ to obtain official withdrawal
procedures.Online Learning students may go to http://cfcc.edu/
online/ for more information. Students who have not attended
at least once by the 10 percent date of the class will be dropped
by the instructor as “no show” and assigned a non-punitive
transcript grade of “NS.” No tuition and fee adjustments will
be made.
Curriculum Courses
Students who officially withdraw from a course(s) within the
first 60 percent of class hours will receive a grade of “W.”
Students who have not withdrawn from class by the 60 percent
point will receive whatever grade they have earned as computed
by the instructor at the end of the semester. Students who stop
attending a class without officially withdrawing will receive a
grade of “F,” which is computed as a failing grade.
Students who wish to withdraw after 60 percent of class hours
must obtain permission in writing from their instructor and
Department Chair. Permission will be granted for extenuating
circumstances only. Documentation is required. No withdraw-als
may be requested during the last week of the semester.
Developmental Courses (Courses with numbers less than 100
“, like the following,” DRE 096, DRE 097, DRE 098, DMS
001, DMS 002.)
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Academic Information
Student Advisement
Cape Fear Community College views student advisement
as an important, on-going process. Each degree/certificate
seeking student is assigned a faculty advisor who assists the
student in selecting and scheduling appropriate classes to fulfill
his/her educational requirements. Non-degree students are
assigned a counselor as their advisor who assist in selecting
and scheduling appropriate classes.
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their assigned
advisor each semester/session for assistance in scheduling
classes and completing the registration form. Advisors’ office
hours are posted on their office doors.
Students must accept the responsibility of familiarizing
themselves with specific course, prerequisite, corequisite, and
program requirements.
While advising is an on-going process, specific times are
designated prior to each registration period for advising.
Grading and Grade Point Averages
Grading is done by the traditional method of “A” through
“D” along with negative categories such as “F” (Failure), and
“WF” (Withdraw Failing). Grades are assigned a numerical
value when determining a students Grade Point Average
(GPA).
Grading System
	
	
	
	
Quality Points
Grade Significance Per Semester Hour
A Superior 4
B Good 3
C Average 2
D Poor 1
F Failure 0
I Incomplete 0
W Official Withdrawal 0
AU Audit 0
WP Withdraw Passing 0
WF Withdraw Failing 0
CR Credit by Proficiency Exam 0
CT Credit by Transfer 0
NS No Show 0
PA Passing (remedial courses only) 0
PB Passing (remedial courses only) 0
PC Passing (remedial courses only) 0
R Repeat (remedial courses only) 0
Grading Scale
The College grading scale is:
A = 92 - 100
B = 84 - 91
C = 76 - 83
D = 68 - 75
F = 0 - 67
Translating Course Grades into GPA
By taking the number of semester hours assigned to a course
and multiplying them by the value of the grade, you deter-mine
the grade points for each course attempted. Example:
If you take five courses that are assigned a total of 18 se-mester
hours, you may determine your GPA in the following
manner:
Semester Times
	 Hours Grade Equals
Course Grade Attempted Value Quality Points
1 B 2 X 3 = 6
2 A 6 X 4 = 24
3 C 4 X 2 = 8
4 B 3 X 3 = 9
5 F 3 X 0 = 0
6 WP 0 X 0 = 0
TOTALS 18 	 47
Divide the total number of hours attempted into the total
quality points and that will give you your GPA; in this case
2.61 is the GPA
Attendance Policy
College instruction is designed for students to learn by way of
class attendance, and regular attendance is a key to academic
success. Attendance is based on class meetings and calculated
from the first class meeting, not based on when the student
enrolls in the class. Students are expected to punctually attend
all class sessions in the courses for which they are registered.
Late arrivals and/or early departures may count toward total
absences in classes.
Students who have not attended at least once by the 10 percent
date of the class will be dropped by the instructor as a “No
Show.” No tuition or fee adjustments will be made. For ex-ample:
A student enrolls in a three credit hour class totaling
three meeting hours per week. The class meets 16 weeks for a
total of 48 hours during the semester. Ten percent of this class
would be 4.8 hours rounded to 5. Therefore, the fifth class
meeting would be the 10 percent point of the class.
Within their respective departmental guidelines, instructors are
responsible for stating their own course attendance and tardiness
requirements on course syllabi distributed at the beginning of
the academic term. It is the student’s responsibility to know and
understand the attendance requirements for each instructor and
to understand how attendance in class might affect his or her
final grade. Regardless of how attendance is used in grading,
faculty are required to keep a timely record of attendance for
each student through the end of the semester using a college
approved record keeping software.
Attendance in online (Internet and Hybrid) courses is measured
not only by completion of an initial enrollment verification
assignment (within the first 10% of the semester) but also by
completion of the required coursework and/or online partici-pation,
as defined by the instructor on the course syllabus. In
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Hybrid courses, students MUST meet on the required meeting
dates specified by the instructor (first class meeting, lab, etc.).
See www.cfcc.edu for course information.
Special note to Marine Technology students: Students in
the Marine Technology curriculum are at times involved in
cruises on the ship that might take place during a holiday or
semester break during which time students are normally off.
When such occurs, students must participate in the cruise.
Effective fall 2010, students will be allowed two days of
excused absence each academic year for religious observances
required by the faith of the student. These excused absences
will be included in the twenty (20%) percent of allowable
clock hour absences. Students are required to provide written
notice of the request for an excused absence by completing
the Religious Observance Absence form available in Student
Services. The completed form must be submitted to the Vice
President for Student Services or his/her designee a minimum
of ten (10) school days prior to the religious observance. The
Vice President for Student Services or his/her designee will
notify the instructor within three (3) school days of receiving
the request. Students will be given the opportunity to make
up any tests or other work missed due to the excused absence
and should work with their instructors in advance of the
excused absence to delineate how to make up the missed
coursework (N.C.G.S. 115D-5).
Student Veteran
Attendance Policy
CFCC recognizes the unique situations student veterans
sometimes face which can affect their attendance. If a stu-dent
veteran receives orders for unexpected short-term de-ployment
or training, or for medical appointments, he/she
may receive absences totaling 30 percent of the total clock
hours of a class. The 30 percent includes a combination of
the 20 percent allowed by the college policy (unexcused ab-sences)
plus an extra 10 percent (excused absences). In most
cases, absences in excess of 30 percent would result in the
student receiving a grade of “W” for the course.
A student seeking an excused absence should first present or-ders/
documentation to the CFCC Veteran Affairs Coordina-tor,
to be shared with the respective Department Chair and
the student’s instructor.
The college acknowledges that some classes, such as biology
and clinicals in allied health programs, have unique content;
it may not be possible for a student to receive an extension on
the assignments in these courses.
We also recognize that there will be unique cases that will
require the exercise of sound judgment. Instructors are en-couraged
to discuss these cases with their Department Chair
and the Veterans Affairs Coordinator. Our collective goal is
to assist student veterans in completing their course of study
Student veterans that are currently serving in the Guard/Re-serve
must adhere to the College's No Show Policy by at-tending
all of their classes before the deployment or training
begins. Veterans unable to the attend the beginning of the
semester should register for the second mini classes when
available. (Example, if you have a Military School/AT that
begins before the start of the semester, you will need to delay
your registration until the next applicable date.)
College Closings or Delays
In the event of inclement weather, Cape Fear Community
College may close or delay classes depending on the weather
forecast and local conditions. All official college closings and
delays will be posted on the college web site at www.cfcc.edu,
myCFCC online portal, the CFCC Emergency Information
Hotline (877) 799-2322, and through the local news media.
Students who subscribe to the text messaging alert system
through CFCC online portal will be notified of closings and
delays through text messages. Students are encouraged to
familiarize themselves with these resources as soon as possible.
Inclement Weather
While the College makes every effort to provide a safe
environment on campus, the College does not take responsibility
for student safety while traveling to and from campus. During
periods of inclement or hazardous weather, students must use
their best judgment when deciding to come to class. College
officials do not expect students to take extreme risks to their
personal safety to attend class. However, if a student chooses
not to come to class due to inclement weather when the college
is open, the student will be counted as absent in accordance
with the course syllabus (see the Attendance Policy on page 17).
On-Campus Groups and Individuals
On-campus groups and individuals may reserve designated
outdoor space for use in support of their activities.
Arrangements for the use of outdoor space shall comply
with College procedures and CFCC Club and Organizations
procedures.
Off-Campus Groups and Individuals
General Provisions
Individual and/or groups will be granted access to designated
areas when notice has been provided consistent with the
CFCC Space Request Form.
Access for the requested event will not be granted if the
event conflicts with a previously scheduled event or if the
designated area is temporarily inaccessible or unsafe due to
construction, act of God, or similar cause.
Access is granted on a first-come, first-served, space-available
basis.
Gross, multiple, or continued violation of this solicitation
procedure will result in the soliciting party’s loss or suspension
of future solicitation privileges on property which is owned,
leased, or operated under the jurisdiction of the College.
Notice Requirement
The requesting individual, organization, agency or group
must complete the CFCC Space Request Form and obtain the
approval of the Vice President for Student Services at least
ten (10) business days in advance of the event.
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Approved individual/groups must check in with the Vice
President for Student Services and/or designee upon arriving
on the campus on the day of the event.
Information Requirement
When completing the Space Request Form, all individuals or
groups must provide the names of the persons who intend to
speak on campus, the anticipated size of the group that will
visit campus, and the name, address and phone number of a
responsible contact person who will be present on campus
during the event.
Disclosure of this information is required in order to allow
proper planning and will not be grounds for denying or
abridging the right to engage in expressive activities in the
designated area.
Designated Areas
The following areas are designated for expressive activities
by off-campus groups and individuals:
Wilmington Campus: The grassy area in front of the
Burnett (W) Building on Water Street.
North Campus: The covered brick patio between the
Eric B. McKeithan Center and the soccer field.
Scheduling Limitations
At the beginning of the academic year, the Vice President
for Student Services shall establish a schedule of one day
per week for expressive activities by off-campus groups
and individuals. These areas will be made available to any
off-campus group or individual for up to four hours per day
between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
In order to promote opportunities for diverse speakers,
an individual and/or group may not reserve or submit an
application more than twice per academic year.
Noise Restrictions
Sound amplification is not permitted. Noise levels that cause,
or are likely to cause, a disruption to the learning environment
or the normal administration or operation of the College are
prohibited.
Grounds for Denial of Access or Removal from CFCC
Property
• Failing to comply with the procedures set forth.
• Communicating “fighting words” as defined in case law.
• Advocating illegal conduct that is directed to inciting or
producing imminent lawless action and is likely to incite
or produce such action.
• Touching, striking, or impeding the progress of
pedestrians, except for incidental or accidental contact,
or contact initiated by a pedestrian.
• Photographing, audio recording, or videotaping any
faculty, staff or student without first obtaining written
permission from the person to be photographed, audio
recorded or videotaped.
• Engaging in disruptive or disorderly conduct that is
reasonably likely to cause a material disruption to the
learning environment or the normal administration or
operation of the College.
• Damaging, destroying or stealing College or private
property on campus.
• Possessing or using firearms, explosives, or dangerous
weapons or substances.
• Obstructing the free flow of pedestrian or vehicular
traffic.
Student Participation in
CFCC Activities
Student success at Cape Fear Community College is based
upon academic excellence. Accordingly, students should
attempt to attend all scheduled class and laboratory sessions.
Participation in extra-curricular activities is also important to
the total education and personal development of CFCC students.
Occasionally, a student may be required to miss a class session
in order to participate in college-sponsored activities such as
athletics, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, CFCC Ambassadors,
Student Government Association, program conferences and
competitions, and other activities approved by the Director
of Athletics/Student Activities.
College officials sponsoring such approved student activities
are expected to provide advance notice to faculty of anticipated
absences and the list of students who will be participating.
In addition, participating students must also inform their
instructors in advance of such anticipated absences and are
expected to make advance arrangements for making up all
missed assignments. In such cases, class time missed will not
usually be counted as absences provided participating students
are otherwise in good academic standing.
If a faculty member believes that missing class due to a student
activity is detrimental to the academic success of a specific
student, the faculty member may request that the Vice President
for Student Services (or his/her designee) review that student’s
overall academic and attendance records to determine if the
student’s absence warrants exemption from the College’s
regular attendance policy.
Students who disagree with the Vice President’s decision may
appeal to CFCC’s Judicial Board according to the College’s
Grievance Procedure.
Final Grades
Final grades will be available through WebAdvisor to students
after the end of each academic session. Course grades, along
with semester and cumulative grade point average (GPA),
will be displayed. Grade reports are no longer printed and
mailed to students.
Incomplete Grades
An incomplete (I) will be given only when circumstances
justify additional time to complete the course. Students must
contact the instructor to request an Incomplete Grade. When
an incomplete is granted, the course requirements must be
completed within six weeks of the beginning date of the next
academic session. Incompletes (I) not finalized within the
appropriate time frame will convert to an “F”. Exceptions may
be made by the Vice President for Student Services.
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Credit by Proficiency
For selected courses, students may request credit by proficiency
examination for previous experience or training. The student
must be currently enrolled at CFCC and must not have enrolled
in the course prior to taking the proficiency exam. The
student must make written application to the Registrar and the
department chair. Students may challenge a course only once.
Students successfully passing a proficiency exam will receive
credit for the course as a “CR” (credit for record). Credit by
Proficiency does not usually transfer. CLEP and AP exams
(see below) may be used in lieu of proficiency exams.
CLEP-College Level
Examination Program
The College-Level Examination Program® or CLEP provides
students of any age with the opportunity to demonstrate
college-level achievement through a program of exams in
undergraduate college courses.
CFCC may grant credit in appropriate courses on the basis
of CLEP examination results. The following guide describes
the cutoff scores and credits that may be earned through the
CLEP. Credit may be awarded for other CLEP tests not listed.
Students should submit official CLEP scores and meet with a
counselor in Student Services prior to registration for possible
credit and proper course placement.
CFCC Credit Min.
Examination Course Hours Score
Accounting ACC 120 4 50
Biology BIO 110 4 50
Chemistry CHM 151 4 50
Information Systems
& Computer Applications CIS 110 3 50
Prin. Of Public Speaking COM 231 3 50
Prin. Of Microeconomics ECO 251 3 50
Prin. Of Macroeconomics ECO 252 3 50
College Composition ENG 111 & 112 6 50
College Comp Modular ENG 111 3 50
Analyzing & Interp. Lit. ENG 131 3 50
English Literature ENG 241 & 242 6 50
American Literature ENG 231 & 232 6 50
Western Civ. I HIS 121 3 50
Western Civ. II HIS 122 3 50
History of U.S. I HIS 131 3 50
History of U.S. II HIS 132 3 50
Humanities HUM 211 & 212 6 50
College Algebra MAT 171 4 50
Calculus MAT 271 4 50
Precalculus MAT 171 & 172 8 50
Prin. of Marketing MKT 120 3 50
American Government POL 120 3 50
Intro. Psychology PSY 150 3 50
Human Growth and
Development PSY 241 3 50
Educational Psy. PSY 263 3 50
Introductory Sociology SOC 210 3 50
French FRE 111&112 6 50
FRE 211&212 *12 59
German GER 111&112 6 50
GER 211&212 *12 60
Spanish SPA 111&112 6 50
SPA 211&212 *12 63
*Students achieving the cutoff score for 211 are also given
credit for 111 through 212.
AP® – Advanced Placement
CFCC may grant credit in appropriate courses on the basis of
AP® examination results. The following guide describes the
cutoff scores and credits that may be earned through AP®.
Credit may be awarded for other AP tests not listed. Students
should submit official AP® scores prior to registration for
possible credit and proper course placement.
	 CFCC Credit
Examination Score Course Hours
Art History 3 ART 114 3
Art 2D Design 3 ART 121 3
Art 3D Design 3 ART 122 3
Biology 3 BIO 111 & 112 6
Chemistry 3 CHM 151 & 152 8
Computer Science A 3 CIS 115 3
Microeconomics 3 ECO 251 3
Macroeconomics 3 ECO 252 3
English Lang & Comp 3 ENG 111 & 112 6
Eng Lit & Comp 3 ENG 111 & 113 6
Environmental Science 3 ENV 110 3
French Language 3 FRE 111 & 112 6
French Language 4 FRE 111 & 112
	 FRE 211 & 212 12
German Language 3 GER 111 & 112 6
German Language 4 GER 111 & 112
	 GER 211 & 212 12
Human Geography 3 GEO 112 3
World History 3 HIS 115 3
European History 3 HIS 121 & 122 6
US History 3 HIS 131 & 132 6
Latin 3 LAT 111 & 112 6
Statistics 3 MAT 152 4
Calculus AB 3 MAT 271 4
Calculus BC 3 MAT 271 & 272 6
Music Theory 3 MUS 121 4
Physics C - Mechanics 3 PHY 131 4
Physics C - Elec/Mag 3 PHY 132 4
Physics B 3 PHY 151 & 152 6
US Gov/Politics 3 POL 120 3
Comp.Gov/Politics 3 POL 210 3
Psychology 3 PSY 150 3
Spanish Language 3 SPA 111 & 112 6
Spanish Language 4 SPA 111 & 112
	 SPA 211 & 212 12
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DSST
(DANTES Subject Standardized Tests)
Students may receive credit by examination for achieving ac-ceptable
scores on the DSST (DANTES Subject Standardized
Tests). Students should submit official DSST scores prior to
registration for possible credit and proper course placement.
Educational Partnerships
Cape Fear Community College and its partners work together
to provide a variety of academic, cultural, and work-based
experiences designed to enhance the educational experience
of students and improve the quality of life for local residents.
Partnerships with Business and Industry
Work Based Learning
CFCC partners with local business and industry to offer
students on-the-job training opportunities through Work
Based Learning. Participating students may earn college
credit using approved work experience(s) specifically related
to thei