Southeastern Community College
2015-2016 Catalog
Volume 38, Number 1
EXPLORE…DISCOVER…LEARN…GROW…
4564 Chadbourn Highway ● P.O. Box 151 ● Whiteville, NC 28472-0151
Telephone: (910) 642-7141
Fax: (910) 642-5658
www.sccnc.edu
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
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Table of Contents
President’s Welcome ............................ 5
General Information .............................. 7
Performance Measures ....................... 15
Admissions .......................................... 19
Costs .................................................... 27
Financial Aid ........................................ 33
Student Life & Development .............. 49
Academic Information ......................... 57
Curriculum Programs ......................... 91
Air Conditioning, Heating, and
Refrigeration Technology (A35100) ................................ 97
Associate Degree Nursing (A45110) .................................... 99
Associate in Arts (A10100) ................................................. 103
Associate in Fine Arts – Art (A1020A) ................................ 107
Associate in General Education (A10300) .......................... 109
Associate in Science (A10400) ........................................... 111
Basic Law Enforcement Training (C55120) ........................ 113
Broadcasting and Production Technology (A30120) .......... 115
Business Administration (A25120) ...................................... 117
Computer Information Technology (A25260) ...................... 121
Cosmetology (A55140) ....................................................... 125
Cosmetology Instructor (C55160)....................................... 126
Criminal Justice Technology (A55180) ............................... 127
Early Childhood Education (A55220) ................................. 129
Electrical Engineering Technology (A40180) ..................... 133
Electrical Systems Technology (D35130)........................... 135
Lateral Entry (C55430) ....................................................... 137
Manicuring/Nail Technology (C55400) ............................... 139
Medical Laboratory Technology (A45420) .......................... 141
Nurse Aide (C45840) .......................................................... 145
Office Administration (A25370)........................................... 147
Phlebotomy (C45600)......................................................... 151
Practical Nursing (D45660) ................................................ 155
Welding Technology (A50420) ........................................... 159
Curriculum Course Descriptions ..... 161
Continuing Education ....................... 209
Services to the Community .............. 221
Campus Facilities .............................. 227
Personnel ........................................... 231
Curriculum Calendar ......................... 245
Index ................................................... 249Page iv
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Welcome to Southeastern Community College!
We’re glad you are here. I want to assure you of two things. First, whether you are pursuing a degree or other credential or you are improving your skills for the workplace, we recognize that you are critical to our success. We have adopted the slogan, SUCCEEDING TOGETHER, to communicate that we want to work with you to achieve your goals. We are successful when you are successful. That does not mean that everything will be easy, or that you will get all the grades that you want, or that you will agree with all of our decisions. It does mean that we will work with you to help you succeed. We know that it is only when you achieve your goals that we achieve ours.
Second, I want you to challenge yourself to complete your degree. In your life you will need the technical knowledge to do your job. However, to be truly effective, successful, and to enjoy life, you will need the ability to communicate, write, do math, think critically and understand and work with others in an increasingly complex and diverse world. This second set of skills is developed and enhanced by completing coursework that challenges you to learn and evaluate new ideas. You will develop the ability to think and learn as you take all of the courses required for an associate’s degree.
Finally, I want you to know that Southeastern is dedicated to the serving all of Columbus County and its surrounding communities. We are focused on improving the educational attainment of the citizens of our region and being a key playing in the economic development of Columbus County and southeastern North Carolina.
I hope you will join us so we can SUCCEED TOGETHER.
Dr. Anthony Clarke
President
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Historical Information
Chartered on February 6, 1964, Southeastern Community College (SCC) is a public, comprehensive community college providing accessible educational, cultural, and social opportunities for area adults.
Over 100 occupational and liberal arts curriculum certificates, diplomas and degrees are offered by the college.
Classes are small, quality is high, and student services, such as counseling and tutoring, help students realize their potential. More than 2,600 students enroll in SCC's college-credit courses annually.
SCC provides a wide range of continuing education courses throughout Columbus County, serving more than 8,000 students annually. Through the college, enriching cultural events are brought to the area, and community services are provided for citizens of all ages.
The 246-acre campus is on the Chadbourn Highway between Whiteville and Chadbourn in southeastern North Carolina. SCC is a one-hour drive from historic cities of Wilmington and Fayetteville, North Carolina, as well as the beaches of both North and South Carolina.
Mission/Purpose Statement
Southeastern Community College promotes career and educational success for all of our students and growth for our community and state through excellence in teaching and learning, student access and completion, economic development, and cultural opportunities.
Originally approved by the Southeastern Community College Board of Trustees, May 2004, amended November 2010; amended May 2015.
Commitments
Each member of the college community shares responsibility to:
1. Assist individuals in accomplishing their educational, career, social, and personal goals.
2. Assist individuals in developing basic skills necessary to further their education, obtain employment, or satisfy personal goals.
3. Prepare individuals for college-level studies through successful completion of developmental courses.
4. Prepare individuals through workforce development programs for employment or for upgrading of technical skills.
5. Assist individuals in developing their skills and content knowledge to be successful after transferring to a senior institution.
6. Provide individuals with opportunities for lifelong learning and cultural enrichment.
7. Actively promote economic growth and development.
8. Provide the support needed for the appropriate and orderly operation and growth of the college.
9. Seek external resources needed for the successful development and growth of programs and services.
10. Provide an accessible, attractive, clean, and safe learning environment.
11. Provide a campus climate that recognizes the needs of individuals of different cultures and backgrounds, ensures that the participation in SCC’s programs and services is reflective of the composition of the college’s service area, and encourages the inclusion of minorities in leadership roles.
12. Promote Southeastern Community College through institutional advancement and through public relations, marketing, and advertising activities.
13. Provide appropriate, efficient, and secure access to technology in support of the college.
Developed by the SCC Planning Committee, April 2005. Affirmed by the Vision/Mission/Goals Council, March 2007 and Planning/Budget Council, October 2007. Reviewed by the Planning/Budget Council, December 2008. Modification recommended by the Vision/Missions/Goals Council, October 2010. Approved by the Southeastern Community College Board of Trustees, November 2010.
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Degrees and Programs
SCC offers a wide variety of college-credit curriculum programs. Courses in many areas are available at night or online, and some programs may be completed through evening and distance learning classes.
Associate degree programs prepare students to enter the workplace immediately upon graduation and/or to continue their education at a four-year institution. After program admission, full-time students can complete associate degree programs in two years if they follow the cohort graduation plan.
Vocational diploma programs are primarily for those who wish to enter a trade prior to completing an associate degree and may be completed in as little as three semesters. In addition, vocational diploma programs are frequently the equivalent of the initial semesters of an associate degree program, and in all cases, courses are earned in completing the diploma count toward the associate degree.
Transfer diplomas are awarded to students that complete the general education core specified under the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA), the Independent Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (ICAA) and Southeastern Community College’s general education and transfer diploma requirements.
Certificate programs provide short-term training which may be immediately applicable to employment and may be completed in as little as one semester on a full-time basis. The courses earned in completing a certificate program count toward the diploma and/or associate degree.
Financial Assistance Opportunities
SCC offers a variety of financial-aid opportunities, especially for students who without aid would be unable to begin or to continue their college education. Typically over half of SCC students receive financial aid each year. Types of financial aid include grants, scholarships, and on-campus jobs. Financial aid is available to students who demonstrate need and who are enrolled in degree-granting programs as well as diploma and certificate programs. Applicants must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for funds from most of the programs. Some programs require additional forms. Students needing financial assistance should contact the Financial Aid Office as soon as possible for information and applications at (910) 642-7141, ext. 214.
Evening/Weekend Courses and Services
SCC offers evening classes Monday through Thursday throughout the year, as well as daytime classes on Saturday. Courses in many college transfer, business and technology, and allied health subjects are available. Each class usually meets one or two nights a week during a 16-week semester. Students may attend on a part-time basis. Additionally, day, evening, and weekend courses are offered in continuing education and basic skills in both on-campus and off-campus locations.
The Evening Operations Coordinator assists students in choosing a major, coping with college life, transferring to other colleges, and meeting other student service needs. Placement assessment is administered during evening hours. Interested persons should contact Student Services or the SCC web site for dates and times.
The library is open Monday through Thursday in the evenings for the convenience of students. Drink machines are available at the Student Center and snack and drink machines are located in most campus buildings.
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Accreditation and Memberships
Southeastern Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award certificates, diplomas and associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Southeastern Community College.
In addition, the Nursing programs (Associate in Applied Science, Practical Nursing, Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide II certificate) are approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, Post Office Box 2129, Raleigh, North Carolina 27602-2129, 919-782-3211 (November 2002). The Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide I certificate program is approved by the Division of Facility Services, Nurse Aide I Training & Registry Administration, Health Care Personnel Registry Section, 2709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-2709, 919-733-2786 (May 1992).
The Phlebotomy program is approved by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science, 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois 60631, 773-714-8880 (October 2005).
The Cosmetology program is licensed by the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners (August 1995).
The Basic Law Enforcement program is certified by the North Carolina Department of Justice Criminal Standards Division. (Post-secondary Criminal Justice Certification by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission [November 1994]).
The Medical Laboratory Technology program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science, 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois 60631, 773-714-8880 (October 2002).
For questions about specific program accreditations or approvals, contact the organizations listed above; for other questions about Southeastern Community College, contact the Help Center at HelpCenter@sccnc.edu.
Institutional memberships include the American Association of Community Colleges, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, Council for Higher Education Accreditation, Region Ten of the National Junior College Athletic Association, the Rural Community College Alliance, the Association of Community College Trustees, the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development, the North Carolina Association of Community College Trustees, National Council of Instructional Administrators, American Library Association, NC Community College Association of Distance Learning, the Council for Opportunity in Education, Southern Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, North Carolina Association of Volunteer Administration, National Safety Council, Safety and Health Council of North Carolina, Carolinas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, the New England Buying Consortium, the Whiteville Chamber of Commerce, the Tabor City Chamber of Commerce, and the Fair Bluff Chamber of Commerce.
Collaborative and Contractual Agreements
 Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) between the North Carolina Community College System and the University of North Carolina system (for transfer of course credits between the college and constituent institutions of the UNC system)
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 North Carolina High School to Community College Articulation Agreement
 The North Carolina Early Childhood Education Articulation Agreement
 The Fayetteville State University Agreements with Southeastern Community College
 The North Carolina State University Agreements with Southeastern Community College
 The University of North Carolina at Pembroke Articulation Agreements with Southeastern Community College
 The University of North Carolina Wilmington Articulation Agreement with Southeastern Community College
 Memorandum of Understanding with Western Governors University
 Memorandum of Agreement with Columbus County Schools for the operation of Columbus Career & College Academy
 Memorandum of Understanding with Southeastern Community College Foundation.
Equal Opportunity Policy
SCC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admission and to all students without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. All of the programs, activities, rights, and privileges generally accorded or made available to students are provided on a non-discriminatory basis. It does not discriminate on any basis in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial-aid programs, or athletic and other school-administered programs.
Catalog Information
This catalog is intended for information purposes only. Changes in policy, fees and other charges, course structure and content, graduation requirements, and other such matters may occur after the publication of this catalog.
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Consumer Information
Detailed information concerning the terms and conditions of financial aid, safety on campus, graduation rates, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and other pertinent information about Southeastern Community College is available on the SCC website (www.sccnc.edu).P a g e | 14
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Performance Measures
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 on the performance of our 58 community colleges.
In 1993, the State Board of Community Colleges began monitoring performance data on specific measures to ensure public accountability for programs and services. In 1998, the General Assembly directed the State Board to review past performance measures and define standards to ensure programs and services offered by community colleges in North Carolina were of sufficient quality.
In 2010, President Scott Ralls established a Performance Measures Committee to develop new performance-based student success measures to go into effect in 2013. The Committee was led by two community college presidents, Dr. Dennis Massey of Pitt Community College and Dr. Molly Parkhill of Blue Ridge Community College. The Committee was comprised of college presidents, vice-presidents, faculty, and directors from a diverse group of colleges representing various area of expertise.
After a year of researching, drafting, and soliciting feedback from college faculty and staff on potential measures, the Committee formally presented the following eight measures to the State Board:
 Basic Skills Student Progress
 Developmental Student Success Rate in College-Level English Courses
 First Year Progression
 Licensure and Certification Passing Rate
 GED Diploma Passing Rate
 Developmental Student Success Rate in College-Level Math Courses
 Curriculum Student Completion
 College Transfer Performance
In November 2011, the State Board formally approved the Performance Measures. These measures were then submitted to the General Assembly in March 2012 and later adopted in June 2012 through Section 8.5 of S.L. 2012-142.
As the revised performance measures were being finalized, attention was turned to developing recommendations for incorporating performance into colleges’ regular formula budget allocations. In May 2012, President Ralls appointed a team of college presidents to a Performance Funding Committee to develop a performance funding model. This committee was led by State Board Chairman K. Ray Bailey and Garret Hinshaw, President of Catawba Valley Community College.
One of the outcomes of this committee was the establishment of system-wide “baselines” and “goals” for each measure. The committee recommended using consistent, statistically defined baselines and goals to promote transparency, simplicity, and objectivity. This utilization of baselines and goals is a departure from the System’s historical use of “standards.”
Based on three years of historical data (if available) for each measure, baselines were set two standard deviations below the system mean, and the goals were set one standard deviation above the system mean. These baselines and goals remain static for three years and will be reset in the 2016 Report.
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Performance Measure Results
Measure Baseline System Average Goal SCC Measure SCC Level Basic Skills Progress 20.6% 41.5% 51.5% 45.0% Above System Average GED Pass Rate 49.3% 69.6% 82.0% 84.2% Above System Goal Developmental English Subsequent Success 45.2% 64.5% 74.9% 55.4% Above System Baseline Developmental Math Subsequent Success 47.5% 64.1% 75.4% 75.3% Above System Average Year One Progress 53.2% 67.7% 74.6% 60.2% Above System Baseline Curriculum Completion Rate 28.6% 41.1% 45.6% 42.2% Above System Average Licensure Pass Rate 71.0% 86.4% 91.7% 75.2% Above System Baseline Transfer Performance 71.2% 88.0% 93.8% 84.4% Above System Baseline
Licensure Pass Rate
Exam System Average SCC Pass Rate Basic Law Enforcement Training 84% 68% Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork 88% ** Cosmetology Apprentice 95% * Cosmetology 93% * Cosmetology Esthetician 95% * EMD 89% ** EMT 79% 49% EMT-I 64% 50% EMT-P 91% * Practical Nursing 95% 100% Registered Nursing 94% 94%
*For privacy and statistical validity, examination data is not reported when the number of first-time test takers is fewer than 10 persons.
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Admission
Southeastern Community College maintains an open door admissions policy for all applicants. The College serves students without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, or political affiliation. Selective placement of individual students in the different programs of study within the College is determined by the admissions office, within the guidelines established by the State Board of Community Colleges and the North Carolina Community College System for each program of study and course offered. The college reserves the right to deny admissions to applicants who are suspended from another institution at the time of application.
Any high school graduate, or equivalent, or any person no longer enrolled in secondary school who is at least 18 years of age may be accepted by the College. All high school students may be admitted into credit and continuing education courses in accordance with the Career and College Promise enrollment policies adopted by the State of North Carolina for college transfer and technical career courses.
Admission to degree, diploma and select certificate programs require a high school diploma, or equivalent. Admission to the college does not imply immediate admission to the curriculum desired by the applicant, and admission to certain programs may have additional academic entrance requirements.
If you… You may enroll in…  have a high school diploma or GED,  degree/diploma/certificate programs where you meet program admission requirements
 are no longer in school but are over 18 years of age,
 certain certificate programs and specific courses  are a student at Columbus Career and College Academy,  degree/diploma/certificate programs where you meet program admission requirements
 are a student at another high school or home school,
 select pathways leading to a certificate/diploma/degree where you meet program admission requirements
Application
Applicants to Southeastern Community College are required to:
1. Submit a completed Application for Admission, written or online, to the admissions office. The online Application for Admission can be found at https://www1.cfnc.org/applications/nc_community_college/apply.html?application_id=1526.
2. Have an official high school transcript that indicates graduation or a copy of GED or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSE) scores sent to the registrar’s office when required. Official transcripts must arrive at SCC, unopened, from the issuing schools or agencies. High school or GED/HSE
transcripts must be received prior to awarding financial aid. Faxed transcripts are not accepted.
3. Have an official transcript(s) of ALL postsecondary institutions attended sent to the registrar’s office. Official transcripts must arrive at SCC, unopened, from the issuing institutions. All college transcripts must be received and evaluated prior to the awarding of financial aid. Faxed transcripts are not accepted.
4. Complete any required SCC placement assessment. This requirement may be completed in one of the following ways:
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b. Submit scores of 500 or higher on the Verbal (Critical Reading) and Writing sections and 500 or higher on the Math section of the SAT. An official copy of the scores must be sent to the registrar’s office if the scores are not on the official transcripts, or
c. Submit a composite score of 22 or higher on the ACT Reading, 22 or higher on the ACT Math, and 18 or higher on the ACT English sections. An official copy of the scores must be sent to the registrar’s office if the scores are not on the transcripts, or
d. Submit a score of 3 or higher on the English and Algebra Advanced Placement (AP) Exams. An official copy of the score must be sent to the registrar’s office if the scores are not on the transcripts, or
e. Submit official transcripts demonstrating successful completion of college-level algebra and English courses.
Additional requirements for curriculum programs are listed in the individual program descriptions in this Catalog. Separate admission policies for international student are listed on page 24.
Students are encouraged to begin the admissions process as early as possible. Applicants may need to meet/complete selective admissions requirements and complete application procedures in order to be considered for the next cohort.
Early application means that students have enough time to meet with a counselor or advisor to plan a suitable program of study and to have any questions answered, as well as to take the placement assessment.
Students transferring to SCC desiring transfer credit should make a special effort to apply well before the beginning of a semester.
Placement Assessment
New applicants entering Southeastern Community College may be required to take placement assessments. These assessment tools are used to determine the students’ academic skills in reading comprehension, sentence skills, mathematics, computers, and keyboarding. Students may be required to complete placement assessment review materials prior to testing. Students who are re-enrolling that have not completed developmental requirements may be required to re-test if placement requirements have changed. Placement scores expire after a period of five years.
The placement assessment may be retaken after 126 days (18 weeks) or after completing 35 clock hours in the Basic Skills Lab. The assessment may not be retaken if the student is currently enrolled in or have begun the developmental sequence of courses. In special circumstances the director of the Student Services may allow a student to retake the placement assessment.
Mathematics
 Students will be exempted from developmental mathematics coursework if they graduated from a NC public high school within the past five years, completed the “Future-Ready Core” and achieved an overall unweighted GPA of 2.6 or greater, as documented on a high school transcript. (Note: The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is not currently indicating “Future-Ready Core” on student transcripts. Until this issue is resolved, students will meet the requirements for other high schools below.)
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courses listed below and achieved an overall unweighted GPA of 2.6 or greater, as documented on a high school transcript.
Acceptable Math Courses
o Advanced Functions and Modeling
o Analytical Geometry
o Calculus
o AP Statistics
o Discrete Mathematics
o Integrated Mathematics IV
o Mindset
o Pre-Calculus
o Probability & Statistics
o Trigonometry
o MAT 143, 151, 152, 155, 161, 162, 167, 171, 172, or 175 (Dual enrolled students)
o An MAT course number 200 or greater (Dual enrolled students)
 Students will be exempted from developmental mathematics coursework by providing documentation of an SAT-Math score of 500 or greater or an ACT-Math score of 22 or greater.
 Students currently enrolled in high school will be exempted from developmental mathematics coursework by providing documentation of a PSAT-Math score of 50 or greater or a PLAN-Math score of 19 or greater.
 Students not meeting one of the exemptions above will take the mathematics diagnostic test to determine which developmental mathematics modules (DMAs), if any, they must complete.
English/Reading
 Students will be exempted from developmental English and reading coursework if they graduated from a NC public high school within the past five years, completed the “Future-Ready Core” and achieved an overall
unweighted GPA of 2.6 or greater, as documented on a high school transcript. (Note: The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is not currently indicating “Future-Ready Core” on student transcripts. Until this issue is resolved, students will meet the requirements for other high schools below.)
 Students will be exempted from developmental English and reading coursework if they graduated from any other high school (recognized by the state within which they resided at that time) within the past five years, completed four credits of high school English, and achieved an overall unweighted GPA of 2.6 or greater, as documented on a high school transcript.
 Students will be exempted from developmental English and reading coursework by providing documentation of an SAT-Critical Reading score of 500 or greater or an ACT-Reading score of 22, an SAT-Writing score of 500 or greater, OR an ACT-Writing score of 18 or greater.
 Students currently enrolled in high school will be exempted from developmental English and reading coursework by providing documentation of a PSAT-Reading score of 50 or greater or an PLAN-Reading score of 17 or greater AND a PSAT-Writing score of 49 or greater or an PLAN-Writing score of 15 or greater.
 Students not meeting one of the exemptions above will take the English/Reading diagnostic test to determine which developmental English/reading classes (DREs), if any, they must complete.
Other College Placement Scores
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under the same conditions for assessment retake. Only placement offered at SCC will be accepted.
Home Schooled Students
Students home schooled will be considered for admission on the same basis as NC public school students provide that:
1. Evidence that the Home School complies with state regulations.
2. A transcript that include:
a. Name of the student.
b. Student’s social security number and birth date.
c. Courses taken and credits earned each year.
d. Cumulative grade point average or other measure of academic progress.
e. Date of graduation.
f. Signature of school administrator.
International Students
In addition to a completed application, including transcripts from high school and previous colleges (translated into English), an applicant’s admissions file must contain the following:
 Minimum scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (one of the below):
o Internet based – 78
o Paper based – 547
o Computer based – 210
 A notarized Affidavit of Support (I-134) completed by the sponsor and accompanied by an original letter from the sponsor’s bank or financial institution verifying the availability of funds to support a full-time student.
 A copy of the student’s visa and a copy of the I-94 card (front and back).
Students are admitted once the above documents are received and the I-20 form (Immigration and Naturalization) is completed. If a student visa is not issued or if the college is notified by Immigration and Naturalization Services of other problems, students will be asked to withdraw from the college. All other admissions procedures are applicable to international students. For further information, contact Julia Roberts at (910) 642-7141, ext. 327.
Undocumented Alien Students
Undocumented aliens may enroll in classes at Southeastern Community College. However, tuition is charge at the out-of-state rate.
False Information
Applicants are expected to demonstrate honesty in the completion of all necessary forms. False information will be grounds for rejection or dismissal.
Use of Social Security Numbers
The college collects social security numbers from all applicants for admission to ensure accurate records for required federal and state reporting. The College protects and restricts access to this information
Changes in Residency Status
Application for residency must be submitted prior to registration and payment of fees of the semester in which the student wishes to have residency status changed to in-state. If the application is received after registration for the semester, the application, if approved, will be effective for the next semester.
To qualify for in-state tuition, students must have maintained domicile in North Carolina for at least 12 months immediately prior to enrollment. Individuals must establish that their presence in the state during the designated 12-month period was for the purpose of maintaining a bona-fide domicile and not to simply establish temporary residence. Special P a g e | 25
situations involving marriage to a North Carolina resident, out-of-state military assignment, or employment with a North Carolina employer should be brought to the attention of the registrar.
Regulations concerning classification for tuition purposes are set forth in “A Manual to Assist the Public Higher Education Institutions of North Carolina in the Matter of Student Residence Classification for Tuition Purposes.” A copy of the manual is available for review in the registrar’s office.
If a student’s residency classification changes, it is his/her obligation to apply for reclassification with the registrar. A student who provides false residency information or knowingly withholds residency information shall be deemed to have submitted a fraudulent application. A student making a fraudulent application is subject to reclassification and, if appropriate, payment of the difference between non-resident and resident tuition for the enrolled semester(s) intervening between the fraudulent application and its discovery.
High School Students
Admissions and other information for high school students can be found beginning on page 224, in the section entitled “Programs for High School Students.”
Student Right to Know
The Student Right to Know Act requires institutions to disclose graduation rates for all first-time certificate, diploma, or degree-seeking full-time students. The proportion of these students first enrolled in Fall 2009 that graduated within 150% of their program length is 17 percent, compared to the median rate of comparable community colleges of 17 percent.
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Tuition* and Fees
Tuition is low at SCC—only $72* per credit hour, up to a maximum of $1,152* per semester for 16 credit hours, for North Carolina
residents. Tuition and fees for one semester in 2015-2016 (fall or spring) for students who are North Carolina residents taking 16 or more credit hours are as follows:
Tuition* $1,152.00 Activity Fee (8 hours or more) 32.00 Technology Fee 32.00 Insurance (subject to change by insurance carrier) 1.25 I.D. Fee 1.25 Campus Access Transportation & Security Fee 10.00 Maximum Total (tuition and fees for one semester) $1,228.50
Out-of-state students (non-residents) pay a tuition fee of $264 per credit hour, up to a maximum of $4,224 per semester. With the activity fee of $32, technology use fee of $32, I.D. fee of $1.25, Campus Access Transportation & Security fee of $10, and insurance fee of $1.25 (subject to change by insurance carrier), the total maximum semester tuition and fees for non-resident students are $4,300.50 for 2015-2016.
Due to special instructional/ assessment processes some courses also include special fees to cover these costs.
In cases of instruction provided by Southeastern Community College to individuals belonging to outside agencies, as
permitted by the state board of community colleges, tuition and fees will be set by the agreements with those agencies based upon the student’s access to campus, technology and activities. When instruction is provided to students of other institutions using Southeastern Community College resources, a campus-use fee consisting of the technology, insurance, ID and CATS fees will be charged to those students and they will be permitted to use campus facilities in the same manner as a Southeastern Community College. These students may also choose to pay the activity fee to be allowed to participate in student activity funded events.
*Subject to change by the North Carolina General Assembly and/or the Southeastern Community College Board of Trustees.
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Estimated Annual Expenses
Annual expenses are estimated for the academic year of two semesters (fall and spring) for average full-time North Carolina students in the 2015-2016 academic year.
In-State (living at home with parents):
Tuition and Fees (based on 16 hours) $2,446.00
Books and Supplies 1,400.00
Board at Home 4,500.00
Transportation 2,250.00
Miscellaneous 1,350.00
Total for Two Semesters $11,946.00
In-State (living off campus):
Tuition and Fees (based on 16 hours) $2,446.00
Books and Supplies 1,400.00
Room, Utilities, Food 9,450.00
Transportation 2,250.00
Miscellaneous 1,350.00
Total for Two Semesters $16,896.00
Out-of-state students should add $6,128 to each total because of the higher tuition rates for non-residents. Married students should also expect higher costs for housing and other personal expenses.
The cost of books and supplies varies according to the programs in which students are enrolled. Students in allied health programs must purchase malpractice insurance (approximately $17.50), clinical uniforms, and shoes; they must obtain the necessary immunizations and drug screen required by the programs. In addition, nursing students are required to purchase testing and laboratory supplies (totaling approximately $230). Additionally, clinical sites may require background checks for students costing approximately $83.
Cosmetology students must buy a cosmetology kit required by the state of North Carolina (approximate cost $1,175), black uniforms, and black closed-toe shoes. Computer students may be required to buy testing vouchers (approximately $50.75 each, 1 or 2 per class). Bowling students must pay $60 lane fees. BIO 112, General Biology II, students have a $20 lab supply fee. BIO 130, Introductory Zoology, students have a $20 lab supply fee. BIO 169, Anatomy & Physiology, students have a $20 testing fee.
Continuing Education
Costs of Continuing Education courses can be found in the "Continuing Education" section of this Catalog.
Student Fees
Students who take at least one curriculum course and who enroll for eight or more hours pay an activity fee of $32 each fall and spring semester during the academic year. Students who enroll for seven hours or less pay an activity fee of $16. During the summer term, there is no activity fee charged. The activity fees are used by the Student Government Association (SGA) to support activities, such as intercollegiate athletics, dances, competitions, student clubs, entertainment, and academic and athletic awards. Students of other institutions attending class at SCC, Basic Skills students and Continuing Education students may choose to pay the student activity fee to be allowed to participate in the previously mentioned student events. P a g e | 31
Students living more than 50 miles from the Whiteville, NC, campus who are only taking online courses may request a waiver of their student activity fee if they do not desire to participate in the student events on campus. Students should write a request to the executive dean of student services and provide appropriate documentation.
Student Identification Card
Students pay a semester fee of $1.25 for a photo I.D. card. The card admits students to SGA-sponsored activities and entitles students to admission discounts at other college events. Students enrolled in Basic Skills or similar programs will be issued a non-photo I.D. card. The student identification card also serves as a library card. There is a $5 fee for replacement cards.
Student Insurance
Low-cost student accident insurance is required of all curriculum students for a fee of $1.25 per semester (fee subject to change by the insurance company).
Malpractice insurance is required of students enrolled in all allied health programs that have a clinical lab.
Residency
North Carolina residents are eligible for a lower tuition rate than non-residents. The controlling North Carolina statute (G.S. 116-143.1) 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 twelve (12) months immediately prior to his/her classification as a resident for tuition purposes." Ownership of property in or payment of taxes to the State of North Carolina does not automatically qualify one for the in-state tuition rate.
An out-of-state student's tuition paid by an in-state employer will be charged at the in-state rate. Residency status is determined by the registrar. The student is notified of his/her classification by letter.
If the student does not agree with the classification, he/she has 14 days to appeal the decision to the Campus Residency Committee (the records officer, the executive dean of student services, and the vice president of administrative services). The Committee hears the appeal and notifies the student of the decision by letter. The student then has an additional 14 days to appeal to the State Residency Committee. This procedure is explained in the Residency Manual, which is available in the office of the vice president of workforce and community development. Appeals must be made within the semester in which the residency classification occurs.
Tuition Refunds
The State Board of Community Colleges Code specifies the circumstances in which tuition refunds can be made. A refund will be made under the following circumstances:
1. A 100 percent refund will be made if the college cancels a class.
2. A 100 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws prior to the first day of class(es) of the academic semester or term as noted in the college calendar.
3. A 75 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class(es) prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the semester.
4. For classes beginning at times other than the first week (seven calendar days) of the semester, a 100 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class.
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contact hour class prior to the first day of class of the academic semester or term or if the college cancels the class. A 75 percent refund will be made if the student officially withdraws from a contact hour class on or before the tenth calendar day of the class.
6. When a student, having paid the required tuition for a semester, dies during that semester (prior to or on the last day of examinations of the college the student was attending), all tuition and fees for that semester may be refunded to the estate of the deceased.
7. Military Tuition Refund – Upon request of the student, each college will do the following:
a. Grant a full refund or tuition and fees to military reserve and National Guard personnel called to active duty or to active duty personnel who have received temporary or permanent reassignments as a result of military operations taking place outside the state of North Carolina, thus making it impossible for them to complete their course work.
b. Buy back textbooks through the college’s bookstore operations to the extent possible. Colleges will use distance learning technologies and other methodologies to help these students, under the guidance of faculty and administrative staff, complete their course requirements.
Applicable federal regulations regarding refunds will supersede state refund regulations stated in this rule.
Graduation Fee
A fee is charged all graduating students in diploma and degree programs to cover the expense of diploma processing and related costs. An additional fee is charged to students completing certificates, diplomas, or degrees that wish to participate in the commencement ceremony.
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Student Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for financial assistance students must meet the requirements in the following areas as determined by the award program:
1. Demonstrate financial need
2. Have a high school diploma or GED
3. Be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program
4. Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen
5. Make satisfactory academic progress as defined by the college
Entering students must also meet all admission requirements for the college and their program.
Programs which meet the eligibility requirements for federal funds include all associate degree programs, all technical/vocational diploma programs, and approved certificate programs (see a representative of the SCC Financial Aid Office for a listing of approved certificate programs).
Financial Aid Application Process
Students needing financial assistance should contact their high school guidance counselor or the SCC Financial Aid Office for information and applications.
1. All applicants must complete an SCC admission application and complete all admission requirements, including submission of an official copy of a high school transcript showing graduation and/or a GED, and official copies of all college transcripts.
2. Applicants must complete the financial aid application, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), at www.fafsa.ed.gov. To complete the FAFSA, students will need to have the prior year’s income information, such as federal tax returns; W-2 wage statements; and records of benefits received from sources such as child support and disability. Students will be notified by the central processor by email within two to three days. Students
without email will be mailed a paper response within 10 days.
3. Specific aid programs may require additional forms. These forms are available from the SCC Financial Aid Office.
4. Applicants who are selected for verification will be required to submit additional satisfactory documentation to verify income reported.
5. When all forms have been received by the SCC Financial Aid Office, the office will send students an award letter indicating the type and amount of aid awarded. Students must complete and return to the office the letter accepting the award. No award is final, and no money will be released until after the acceptance is received by the SCC Financial Aid Office.
Deadlines
Students should apply as soon after January 1 as possible for aid for the following fall semester. To have the best chance of receiving campus-based aid and having the award process completed prior to enrollment, students should apply as soon as possible. There are deadlines to apply for financial aid for it to be dispersed at the start of each term. Please contact the financial aid office for more information. The later the application, the less chance there is of receiving campus-based aid. Awards are made as complete information is received on each student. However, applications for Pell Grant and student loans are processed throughout the academic year.
Separate applications are required for summer school financial aid.
Dependency Status
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representatives of the SCC Financial Aid Office.
Special Circumstances
If students or their families have experienced a significant reduction in family income since the prior year’s report on the FAFSA, they may request consideration for financial aid based on the current year’s situation. Examples of reasons for change are unemployment, divorce, separation, death, medical expenses, and disability. Students should complete an Income Reduction Certification form.
Financial Need
Financial aid from most of the student aid programs is awarded on the basis of financial need. The information reported by students on the FAFSA is used in a formula that calculates student need and eligibility. Eligibility for the Pell Grant program is determined by the EFC (Expected Family Contribution). If this number is low enough, students will be eligible for a Pell Grant. The lower the number, the larger the grant award will be. The maximum EFC to receive the Pell Grant is determined by Congress each year.
Financial need is determined by using the following equation: Cost of Education - Expected Family Contribution = Financial Need.
Award Disbursements
Students who have received an official award notification from the SCC Financial Aid Office will receive disbursement of the designated financial aid award on a semester basis. Students may charge their tuition, fees, and books against Pell Grant and other designated awards. Further information on policies, practices, and disbursement of financial aid is mailed to recipients with the award letter.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements for Financial Aid Recipients
Southeastern Community College’s purpose is to provide a variety of quality educational opportunities for all who can profit by them. SCC is committed to extending all possible resources in pursuit of this goal. However, students have responsibility for their own education and must pursue and complete course work which permits them to meet curriculum requirements within a reasonable time frame. Successful completion of a certificate, diploma or degree requires that a student earn a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00 (C) on all hours completed in that curriculum.
In compliance with appropriate Federal regulations, SCC shall adhere to the policies stated in this section for determination of satisfactory academic progress for students receiving financial assistance through the SCC Financial Aid Office. This includes federal, state, and institutional funds. Certain special awards, i.e., academic scholarships, may require higher academic achievement than the standard policy. Students must be maintaining satisfactory academic progress before financial aid can be awarded, whether or not they were receiving aid during the period of prior enrollment.
At the end of each semester, a review will take place to determine if this requirement has been met.
Satisfactory Academic Progress Defined
Curriculum students are making satisfactory academic progress toward completion of a certificate, diploma or degree program if all of the following requirements are met:
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2. Quantitative Measurement
a. Successful cumulative completion of two-thirds (67%) of hours attempted.
b. Maximum allowable credit hours attempted (150%) for a single program of study has not been exceeded.
Satisfactory academic progress will be evaluated on a semester basis for determination of eligibility for the next semester.
Policies and Procedures
The specific policies and procedures to be used in applying the satisfactory academic progress standards are outlined below:
1. Quality Measurement of Academic Progress. A 2.0 GPA is the minimum cumulative GPA that students must achieve in order to maintain satisfactory academic progress toward graduation and to receive financial aid.
2. Quantity Measurement of Academic Progress.
a. Successful Completion of 67% of Hours Attempted. In order to maintain satisfactory academic progress, a student must have successfully completed (grade of D or better) at least 67% of all hours attempted. At the end of each semester, a review will take place to determine if this requirement has been met. Any class the student attended will be considered "attempted hours" and will be used in this determination. A student who does not pass at least 67% will be placed on academic warning and be allowed the next semester of enrollment to regain their eligibility. Students will be eligible for financial aid during this warning semester. During this warning semester, the student should successfully complete enough hours to rise above the 67% completed hour
requirement. After the warning semester, if the student has not met the 67% completed hour requirement, the student will be placed on academic probation. Once on probation, the student and will become ineligible for financial aid until the 67% completed hour requirement has been met. If the student feels there are mitigating circumstances, they can provide a satisfactory academic progress appeal in writing to the Director of Financial Aid for consideration.
b. Maximum Time-Frame for Completion. Students are expected to enroll and satisfactorily complete the required number of credit hours and courses for graduation in their program of study. However, federal regulations limit the maximum time frame a student may receive aid to no more than 150% of the length of the educational program. Students are allowed to "attempt" a total number of credit hours not to exceed 150% of the total credit hours required for completion of a single program of study. If a student exceeds the maximum hours allowed, they becomes ineligible for financial aid for future periods of enrollment in their program of study.
c. Maximum Allowable Credit Hours. The maximum allowable credit hours attempted will include all semesters of enrollment in any certificate, diploma, or degree program, and in semesters when the student is enrolled as a special credit or dual enrolled student. These also include semesters during which students did not receive financial aid and semesters of attendance at other colleges where transfer hours are received.
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courses, will be the basis of the 150% quantitative measurement. For example: the Associate in Arts – English degree requires 65 hours to graduate. If a student is required to take 9 hours in developmental courses, the total hours needed to graduate will be 74. The 150% quantitative measurement will be 111 hours.
3. Warning Semester
The first semester a student fails the GPA or 67% completion standards listed above, they will be placed on warning. During this period a letter will be sent to the student warning that they have not met the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) standards. Students that are within 12 hours of meeting their 150% maximum time frame will also be sent a letter. The student will be given one additional semester of financial aid with the stipulations that they meet the SAP standards by the end of the warning semester. If the student is still failing the SAP standards at the end of the warning semester, they will be placed on probation.
4. Probation Semester
If the student is still failing the SAP standards at the end of the warning semester, they will be placed on probation. Once on probation, a letter will be sent to the student stopping all future financial aid until the student is meeting SAP standards. Listed below are options to regain financial aid eligibility.
5. Regaining Financial Aid Eligibility
A student whose financial aid has been terminated because he did not meet the satisfactory academic progress requirements may regain eligibility by:
a. Enrolling for subsequent terms (at their own expense) and meeting the satisfactory academic progress definition.
b. Requesting reconsideration of aid by completing a Satisfactory
Academic Appeals Form and returning it to the Director of Financial Aid.
Further awarding of financial aid will depend on the availability of funds.
6. Appeal of Financial Aid Termination
Procedures have been established to allow students on academic probation to appeal that determination. Students who elect to appeal their status must demonstrate unusual circumstances relating to their probation status. Unusual circumstances may include, but are not limited to illness, accident, death or other family difficulties. If an appeal is approved, re-instatement of aid does not remove the probation status; will depend on the availability of funds; and will be for only one semester. The procedures below must be followed:
a. First Appeal
 A student must indicate, in writing, to the Director of Financial Aid the reason why he did not make satisfactory progress and why financial aid should not be terminated.
 The Director of Financial Aid will review the appeal to determine whether or not termination of aid is justified. The student will be advised of the decision in writing. If approved, the financial aid will be reinstated for one semester.
b. Second Appeal
 If the student does not meet the stipulations of the first appeal, future financial aid will be terminated until academic standards are met. A student wishing for a second appeal may request to meet with the Satisfactory Academic Appeals Committee. The student must indicate, in writing, to the Director of Financial Aid that they wish to meet with the appeals committee. The meeting P a g e | 39
will be in person and the decision of the committee will be final.
Note: All credit hours for which a student enrolls during any semester are included as "attempted" hours, whether or not the student successfully completes the course or officially withdraws.
General Information
1. Transfer Students: Credit hours transferred from other institutions will be counted in total hours earned toward a degree at SCC. They will count toward the 150% maximum time frame for financial aid eligibility. Grades for transferred courses are not included in calculating a student’s GPA at SCC.
2. Course Repeats (A* B* C* D* F*): All courses taken will be included in attempted hours, including repeated courses taken to improve GPA.
3. Incomplete Course (I): The credits for an incomplete course will be counted as hours attempted but not earned. A grade of I is not considered in computing grade point averages.
4. Course Withdrawals (W): A grade of W is not considered in computing grade point averages. These courses are counted toward attempted hours.
5. Audited Courses (AU): Because students do not receive credit for audited courses, these courses are not counted as hours attempted or completed. (Financial Aid will not be awarded for classes taken on an audit basis.)
6. Developmental/Independent Study/Distance Learning Courses: These are counted as hours attempted in determining satisfactory academic progress.
7. Courses Taken Through Consortium Agreements: Students attending multiple institutions simultaneously under a consortium agreement must have a transcript sent to SCC immediately after the semester ends. Credit hours for those courses will be counted in the quantitative component of the policy. If the transcript is
not received from the host school, the course will be counted as an incomplete.
8. Grade of (F): Grades of F are used when computing the GPA, but do not qualify as successful completion of credit hours attempted.
9. Grade of (D): Grades of D are used when computing the GPA, but may not qualify as successful completion of credit hours if a “D” grade is disallowed by a program.
10. Re-admitted Students: Students who return to SCC after an absence of one semester or more will resume with the same academic status as they had previously.
11. Academic Fresh Start: SCC has an Academic Fresh Start procedure which allows previously earned grades to no longer be calculated in a student’s GPA. However, for Title IV programs, the SCC Financial Aid Office cannot exclude the earned grades from previous enrollment periods in determining a student’s qualitative and quantitative measurement of satisfactory academic progress.
12. Other Institutional Policies: Southeastern Community College has established satisfactory academic progress criteria for all students. Students who receive financial aid must meet college requirements in addition to the financial aid requirements previously described.
Repayment Policy
Repayment of financial aid awarded depends upon whether the aid is a grant, scholarship, or work-study and whether the aid source requires a minimum number of hours of enrollment.
For federal funding sources such as Pell Grant and Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, students may be required to repay a portion of the funds received if they stop attending classes before the 60 percent point of the semester; this process is known as Return to Title IV or R2T4. The amount to be repaid will be determined by a formula that P a g e | 40
includes the total federal aid received for the semester and the total number of days the student attended class in the semester. Any repayment due to the institution and/or the U.S. Department of Education must be made before the student can re-enroll at SCC or receive any federal funds. The 60 percent point of each semester is published in award letter attachments and is also available in the Financial Aid Office.
If students have outstanding accounts, they are not allowed to register for further classes. Exceptions for mitigating circumstances may be allowed by the President or his/her designee and will be in compliance with federal guidelines.
Refund Policy
The institution's refund policy applies to all financial aid recipients. For students receiving financial aid who officially withdraw from the college and are eligible for a tuition refund, the refund must first be applied to the financial aid programs.
Types of Aid
Below are brief descriptions of the financial aid programs administered by SCC.
Grants
Federal Pell Grant. The Federal Pell Grant is an award made to undergraduate students to help pay for their education after high school. Federal Pell Grant awards range from $400 to $5,550 a year based on financial need. The FAFSA must be completed and on record with the U. S. Department of Education, and an electronic Student Aid Report must be received by the Financial Aid Office before consideration can be made for this grant.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG). The Federal SEOG is an award to help undergraduate students who demonstrate exceptional financial need. Priority is given to Federal Pell Grant recipients. Application is made by completing the FAFSA.
North Carolina Community College Grant. This is a need-based grant established by the NC Legislature to provide funds to help meet the education costs of North Carolina residents attending community colleges. Applicants must complete the FAFSA by the published deadline. Applicants must be North Carolina residents and enroll for at least half time (minimum of six credit hours) in an eligible curriculum program. Grants will range from $100 to $1,500 for the year.
North Carolina Educational Lottery Scholarship (NCELS). To receive this grant, students must be a North Carolina resident and have an estimated family contribution of $5,000 or less, meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements of Southeastern Community College, and be enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester in a curriculum program. Application is made by completing the FAFSA. Grants will range from $100 to $2,800 for the year.
North Carolina Student Incentive Grant Program (NCSIG). To receive this grant, students must be North Carolina residents and show substantial financial need. Recipients cannot have a baccalaureate degree and must be enrolled full time at an approved North Carolina institution, such as Southeastern Community College. Application is made directly by the completion of the FAFSA. Awards are $700 per year.
SCC Foundation Grant. Through the non-profit SCC Foundation, Inc., this grant provides assistance to both full- and part-time students having financial needs that cannot be met by other sources of financial aid. Awards vary, depending on need and available funds. A separate application is required.
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Scholarships
A large number of scholarships from $100 to $3,500 are offered to SCC students by businesses, civic organizations, service clubs, individual donors, and the state of North Carolina. They are awarded annually to students who have demonstrated above-average academic ability. All scholarships require at least a 2.0 GPA; some require a higher GPA. In most cases, when scholarships are awarded, financial need is secondary to academic achievement. Some scholarships are especially for students in designated programs or from specified high schools. All scholarship amounts are based on funds available each year, and amounts vary from year to year. Separate application forms are required. Interested persons should contact the Financial Aid Office for details.
A.R. Ammons Literary Scholarship. This scholarship is endowed in memory of Andre Randolph Ammons, a nationally acclaimed poet raised in Columbus County. Recipients must reside in Columbus or Bladen counties, have a 3.0 GPA, and be enrolled in a college transfer program with a preference of English or education.
Aileen G. and Lester V. Lowe Memorial Scholarship. The Aileen Garrell and Lester Vincent Lowe Memorial Scholarship was established to provide an annual scholarship to students who enroll in a curriculum program and are residents of southeastern North Carolina.
Ambassador Leadership Program Scholarship. This scholarship was established by the members of the Ambassador Leadership Program to aid a student needing funds for emergency educational needs.
Arby’s of Whiteville Scholarships. This $1,000 scholarship was established by Keven Maher, owner of Arby’s in Whiteville, NC, and Mullins, SC. The student must be a graduate of Whiteville High School with a 3.0 GPA.
Ashley Poovey Memorial Scholarship. This $500 scholarship in memory of Ashley Poovey is awarded to graduates of Whiteville High School who choose to pursue a career in pharmacy technology or pre-pharmacy. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA.
Audrey Kay Canady Art and Music Scholarship. This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the art or music program. Recipients must be a Columbus County resident. Preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Baseball Scholarship. These scholarships may be offered to students who are selected to play on the men's baseball team. The maximum award covers the cost of tuition per term.
Bill Hooks Trust. The scholarship is funded from the endowment established by the Bill Hooks Family in memory of Mr.William H. Hooks. Recipients must have earned a 2.0 GPA in previous educational work and maintain that average to retain the scholarship.
Carl Meares, Sr. Scholarship. An endowment was established through a bequest from Carl Meares, Sr., to provide scholarships to students who maintain academic progress.
Cartrette Family Scholarship. An endowment was established by the James Allen Cartrette family to provide scholarships to students who maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Casey/Briley Nursing Scholarship. Gifts to the Foundation from the families of Mr. and Mrs. William T. Casey and Dr. and Mrs. Brantley Briley have funded this endowed scholarship. Dr. Brantley Briley is a former SCC President. The scholarship is awarded annually to a student who has been accepted P a g e | 42
into the Associate Degree Nursing Program at SCC.
Chadbourn High School Class of 1957 Scholarship. Established by the late George Edwards, a Chadbourn High School alumni, this scholarship is awarded to a SCC student with financial need.
Chadbourn Presbyterian Church Nursing Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship, funded annually by the members of the church, is designated for a student accepted into the Associate Degree Nursing or Practical Nursing programs at SCC and who is a resident of Columbus County.
Charles R. Long Scholarship. The Charles R. Long Scholarship was established to provide an annual scholarship to students in a business curriculum (emphasis on accounting) or in music or another liberal arts program. Recipients must demonstrate leadership potential and citizenship.
Clyde W. Morris Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship was established in memory of Clyde W. Morris by his sister, Hilda Morris Small, and her husband, Billy Small. Recipients must be enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology Program at SCC.
Columbus County Farm Bureau. One $500 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate of each of the following high schools: East Columbus, South Columbus, West Columbus, and Whiteville. Recipients must be enrolled full time, have at least a 2.5 GPA, be a member or the child of a member of the Columbus County Farm Bureau, and submit proof of Columbus County Farm Bureau membership.
Columbus County Youth and Families Association, Inc. Scholarship. This non-profit, Christian-based organization funds this scholarship. It is awarded to a senior graduating from a public or private high school in Columbus County.
Columbus-Whiteville Retired School Personnel Scholarship. This scholarship is funded with gifts from the members of the Columbus-Whiteville Retired School Personnel organization. Recipients must have earned a 2.5 GPA in previous educational work and be enrolled in the pre-teaching, early childhood, or college transfer curriculum with specific plans for teaching.
Comstock Scholarships. These scholarships, made available through the James A. Comstock Memorial Trust, are for students planning to complete a two-year engineering degree.
Crutchfield Family Scholarship. The scholarship is endowed in honor of Richard L. Crutchfield and his family. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be a Columbus County resident.
Daniel Otto and Flossie White Hinson Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is funded by a gift from Frederick and Joann Hinson. The scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in a nursing, business or pre-teaching program at SCC. The recipient must be a graduate of a Columbus County High School and have a 3.0 GPA in previous academic endeavors.
Dennis Grainger Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, in memory of Dennis Grainger, was funded by Carolyn Grainger and awarded to a full-time student enrolled in a business program. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA.
Dr. H.G. Walters Medical Scholarship. This scholarship is endowed in honor of Dr. H.G. Walters. Recipients must be enrolled fulltime in an allied health program and maintain a 3.0 GPA. P a g e | 43
Dr. Hillary M. Hawks Pharmacy Technology Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship will be awarded annually to a student in the Pharmacy Technology program. The student must have achieved a 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is given by Walgreens’ Pharmacist, Dr. Hillary M. Hawks, originally of Whiteville, NC.
Dr. John F. Munroe Medical Scholarship. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist full-time nursing students. Recipients must have earned a 3.0 GPA and maintain that average. They must also be the child of a practicing nurse and a Columbus County resident.
Dr. Paula H. Stanley Achievement Scholarship. This scholarship, funded by the family of Dr. Paula H. Stanley, is awarded to a graduate of Whiteville High School and is based on academic achievement.
Dr. Stephen C. Scott Scholarship. This scholarship is in honor of former SCC President Dr. Stephen C. Scott. Recipients must achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0 and be Columbus County residents.
Dr. W. F. and Lilma Barefoot Memorial Scholarship. The Dr. W. F. and Lilma Barefoot Memorial Scholarship is funded from the estate of Dr. Barefoot. The recipients of the $1,500 scholarship must have a 2.0 GPA, have been a resident of Columbus County for more than four years, and have graduated from a Columbus County high school. They must maintain full-time status.
Dr. William & Elizabeth Hoskins General Scholarship. This scholarship was established through a trust set up by Dr. and Mrs. William H. Hoskins to assist students in any degree program.
Dr. William & Elizabeth Hoskins Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship was established through a trust set up by Dr. and Mrs. William H. Hoskins to assist students in any nursing curriculum (except continuing education).
Edward P. Leatherbury Scholarship. In memory of Edward P. Leatherbury, III, this scholarship assists students with the cost of tuition, fees, and books. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA.
Eleen Williams Nursing Scholarship. This nursing scholarship was established by Johnny R. Williams in memory of his mother, Eleen Williams, a practicing nurse for 43 years in Columbus County. The scholarship is awarded to a recipient for two consecutive years. The recipient must be a resident of Columbus County, be accepted into the Associate Degree Nursing program at the time of award and maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Esther and Wilbur Smith Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship was established by family and friends of Esther and Wilbur Smith to provide financial assistance to a full-time nursing student.
Evelyn & Georgia Floyd Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is funded from the estates of sisters Evelyn and Georgia Floyd. Recipients must have earned a 3.0 GPA and be an education major at SCC.
Evelyn Walker Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is funded by an endowment established by Harold Walker in memory of his mother. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA. The scholarship is renewable for one year.
Faculty Senate Scholarship. This $250 scholarship is funded by members of the SCC Faculty Senate. The recipient must have a minimum of a 2.5 GPA in their college program of study and be recommended by a faculty member.
Fox Family Scholarship. The Fox Family Scholarship is named in memory of Amy Lynn Fox Schmitzer, 1969-2011; in honor of Elizabeth Fox Fields, a 2000 graduate of SCC’s ADN program; and in honor of Leon M. P a g e | 44
Fox, Jr., a valued employee of SCC from 1972-2006.
Garrell-Yam City-Time Saver Scholarship. In the awarding of this scholarship, preference is given to employees or their dependents of Yam City Oil Co. and Time Saver Stores. Recipients must be graduates of a Columbus County high school, preferably South Columbus. Recipients should be majoring in business.
Golden Leaf Scholarship. This scholarship is designed to assist current high school seniors, current North Carolina Community College students, and students currently enrolled at public North Carolina four-year universities. Recipients must be a permanent resident of a qualifying rural county that is economically distressed (Tier I, II or III) and/or tobacco dependent. Priority for scholarships will be given to students from families adversely affected by the decline of the tobacco industry.
Hannah Grace DeMoss Scholarship. This $1,000 annual scholarship is funded by Hannah’s parents, Donna and Jeff DeMoss, and family. Recipients must have earned a 3.2 GPA in previous educational endeavors. Preference is given to students enrolled in therapy-related careers.
Helen Dasher High Music Scholarship. This scholarship will be funded with the income from an endowment established by Sarah Helen High Clagett, Robert O. High, Jr., Williams Dasher High and Walter Bankston High. Recipients must have earned a 2.0 GPA, be enrolled as a full-time student in the music program at SCC, be a Columbus County resident, and be a graduate of a public or Christian school in Columbus County.
Helen A. Hilton Honorary Scholarship. This scholarship will be funded with the income from an endowment established by her son, Richard Bryant, Jr., of Fayetteville, NC. The award will be made to a female student with a 3.5 GPA.
Horry J. Watts Scholarship. This $500 scholarship was established in memory of Horry J. Watts. Recipients must be graduates of a public high school in Columbus County, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and be enrolled full time in a degree or certificate program.
J. M. Council, Sr. Scholarship. Recipients of this scholarship must maintain full-time enrollment in a degree program at SCC and demonstrate academic merit. They must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Jeanette P. Tedder Memorial Scholarship. The Jeanette P. Tedder Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to students in the Banking and Finance curriculum. Recipients may be enrolled part time.
Jennifer L. Stocks Scholarship. This $500 scholarship in memory of Jennifer L. Stocks is awarded to students who are female residents of Columbus County and who have earned a 2.0 GPA.
Jesse Roland Barker Criminal Justice Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship, funded by Kelly Barker Horne, is to be awarded annually to a student in the Criminal Justice Technology Program at SCC. A 2.5 GPA is required.
Jonathan O’Neill Cribb Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to students who have demonstrated academic achievement, leadership potential, and citizenship.
Jones Family Scholarship. The purpose of this fund is to provide scholarship aid to Southeastern Community College students from high schools in the surrounding area. The Jones Family Fund was established with gifts from Jones Stores. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled full time in a degree or diploma program.
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John & Harriett Koonce Memorial Scholarship. The John and Harriett Koonce Memorial Scholarship provides an annual scholarship to students in any degree program.
Joseph T. Wyche Scholarship. In memory of Dr. Wyche, this scholarship is awarded to Columbus County residents.
Judy V. Smith Nursing Scholarship. This $600 scholarship in memory of Judy V. Smith, a long-time employee of SCC, is awarded to associate-degree nursing students who have earned and maintain a 2.5 GPA.
Kathy Todd Book Fund. This scholarship was established by friends and family of former SCC employee Kathy Todd and provides financial assistance for textbook purchases. Recipients must be a Columbus County resident, be enrolled in the Computer Information Technology or Office Administration program, and must maintain a 2.0 GPA.
Lewis A. Sikes Foundation Forestry Scholarship. This $1,500 scholarship award is made to a student who is a resident of Columbus County, NC, or Horry County, SC. Recipients must have completed two semesters as a full-time Forest Management Technology student at SCC and earned a cumulative GPA of 2.5.
Lisa Claire Elvington Memorial Scholarship. This $1,000 scholarship, in memory of Lisa Claire Elvington, will be awarded to a female graduate of West Columbus High School with a 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is funded by Brice and Carolyn Elvington of Fair Bluff, NC.
Lloyd and Beth W. Batten Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship is funded from the estate of Lloyd Batten. The recipients must be a resident of Columbus County and maintain a 2.5 GPA.
M.I.K.E. Scholarship. The M.I.K.E. Scholarship Award was established by Congressman Mike McIntyre to further his commitment to supporting the youth of southeastern North Carolina in their endeavors toward higher education. The Scholarship Award is designed to honor graduating high school seniors who have excelled in four distinct areas that are represented in the award's title. Students must demonstrate moral force of character, inspired leadership, knowledge and superior academic performance, and exemplary citizenship. The recipient of the award must be a resident of the Seventh Congressional District of North Carolina (as of August 31 of the year preceding his or her graduation from high school). The scholarship is awarded every 4 years as it rotates among the community colleges in the seventh district.
Mack Canady, Jr., Agricultural Biotechnology Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, funded by an endowment established by Kay S. Canady, is awarded to a full-time student enrolled in the Agricultural Biotechnology program. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and preference is given to graduates of South Columbus High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Mary Jane Donayre Scholarship. This annual scholarship, funded by Dr. Luis Donayre in honor of his wife, Mary Jane "Sue" Donayre, will be awarded to a student who is a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Whiteville, North Carolina.
Mary T. Meares Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship, funded by the estate of Mary T. Meares, provides a scholarship to a student enrolled in an allied health program at SCC.
Medical Laboratory Technology Scholarship. This tuition scholarship provides funds to sophomore students while enrolled in the clinical portion of the MLT program. Recipients must have a cumulative 2.5 GPA.
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Natalie Padrick Platt Nursing Scholarship. This scholarship if funded by family and friends of the late Natalie Padrick Platt, a graduate of SCC’s nursing program. The recipient must be a resident of Columbus County, be a first year student in the Associate Degree Nursing Program and maintain a 2.7 GPA.
Norma Sidbury Stroscio Excellence in Nursing Scholarship. Mrs. Stroscio was noted for the dedication she brought to her career as a nurse. She mentored many nursing students. Her daughter, Gail Stroscio Jones, her son, Michael A. Stroscio, and an anonymous donor funded this scholarship in her memory. The recipient must be accepted into either the Associate Degree Nursing or Practical Nursing programs at SCC and have a 3.0 G.P.A.
Norris Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship was established in memory of long-time SCC Registrar, Roland C. Norris. Recipients must be enrolled full time in a degree program and be a North Carolina resident.
Ora G. Watts Scholarship. This $500 scholarship, named in memory of Mrs. Ora G. Watts, was established to assist graduates of Columbus County's public high schools in their pursuit of a college education. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA and be enrolled full time.
Peggy Yoder Blackmon Nursing Scholarship. This endowed scholarship, funded by family and friends of longtime SCC Dean of Nursing, Peggy Yoder Blackmon, is for students who have been accepted into either the LPN or ADN programs. Recipients must be a resident of Columbus County and have earned a GPA of 2.5.
Ray Scholarship. Mr. and Mrs. Royce Ray established this scholarship for students enrolled in either the associate degree music or nursing program. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Richard F. Burkhardt Memorial Music Scholarship. This scholarship is funded from a trust initiated by the late Richard F. Burkhardt, long-time music instructor at SCC. Recipients must have earned and maintained a 2.5 GPA and be enrolled full time in the music program at SCC.
Rhone Sasser Blue Cross & Blue Shield of North Carolina Honorary Scholarship. This scholarship is endowed in honor of Rhone Sasser, a former BCBSNC board member and SCC Board of Trustees member. Recipients must be enrolled in an allied health curriculum and have earned a 3.0 GPA.
Robert C. & Myrtle N. Soles Living Endowment Scholarship. The Robert C. and Myrtle N. Soles Living Endowment Scholarship Trust was established to provide financial assistance to worthy men and women of Columbus County who are enrolled in curriculum programs at SCC.
Sam T. Gore Family Scholarship. This scholarship is funded by the Sam T. Gore family to provide scholarships to recipients who have earned a 2.0 GPA and demonstrate potential for future achievement.
Samuel G. Koonce, Sr. Memorial Scholarship. Mr. Koonce was a founding father of SCC. He served as a member of the Board of Trustees from 1964-2003, serving as chair for 11 of those years. He helped to establish the SCC Foundation and ensured its success. Family and friends of Mr. Koonce have chosen to honor his memory by endowing this scholarship in his name. Financial need and a 2.0 GPA are required.
Sarah W. Prince Memorial Scholarship. The Sarah Wooten Prince Memorial Scholarship provides scholarships to students who are graduates of Clarkton, West Bladen, East Columbus or West Columbus High Schools. A 2.0 GPA is required.P a g e | 47
SCC Environmental Science Scholarship. This scholarship is funded by the Environmental Action Club and is awarded to a SCC student enrolled in the Environmental Science and Agricultural Biotechnology programs.
Sol and Miriam Mann Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship honors longtime college supporters, Sol and Miriam Mann, and was established by a gift from the Mann estate. Recipients must be Columbus County residents and preference is given to graduates of Whiteville High School. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA.
Spc. McKenzie Fisher Callihan Memorial Scholarship. This $500 scholarship is funded by the family of the late Spc. Callihan. Preference is given to applicants with valid military service. Recipients must maintain a 2.5 GPA.
State Employees Credit Union Foundation Scholarship. Each community college in North Carolina offers two $2,500 scholarships annually. Recipients must be a U.S. citizen, a N.C. resident, and a graduate of a N.C. high school. Recipients must have achieved a minimum 2.5 GPA and cannot be a Director, employee, or family member of an employee or Director of the State Employees’ Credit Union or the SECU Foundation. Recipients must also demonstrate financial need using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and indicating an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) between $3,601 and $5,000.
Student Government Association President's Scholarship. A tuition scholarship is awarded to the SGA President for the fall and spring semesters of his/her term in office.
Softball Scholarships. These scholarships may be offered to students who are selected to play on the women’s softball team. Recipients must enroll full time each semester. The maximum award covers the cost of in-state tuition per semester.
Targeted Assistance Program. Funded by the State Board of Community Colleges, this scholarship provides need-based assistance to students who are N.C. residents enrolled in low-enrollment programs that prepare students for high-demand occupations. Credit and non-credit programs may be eligible. Eligible programs are determined by each college. Applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Thompson Scholarship. This scholarship was established in memory of Wray Thompson to assist nursing students at SCC. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 GPA.
Trustees' Academic Scholarship. Each year, the Board of Trustees of the college funds two scholarships for each public high school and one for each private high school in Columbus County. In schools with graduating classes of 100 or more, the scholarships are given to students with the highest grade point average who rank in the top 10 percent of their graduating class and enroll at SCC. In smaller graduating classes, the awards are made to SCC applicants in the top 20 percent of their class. The scholarship has a $2,500 maximum award.
W. A. “Al” and Edith Williams Memorial Scholarship. The scholarship is funded from an endowment established by the family and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel G. Koonce, Sr. Recipients must have earned a 2.0 GPA and maintain that average to retain the scholarship, be a Columbus County resident, and be a full-time student.
W. Horace and Linda Carter Tabor/Loris Tribune Scholarship. This scholarship, funded by an endowment from W. Horace and Linda Carter, is awarded to graduates of either South Columbus, Green Sea-Floyds, or Loris High School. Preference is given to students who demonstrate an interest in a career in journalism. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA. P a g e | 48
Wells Scholarship. This scholarship was established by the family of Elizabeth “Betty” Fisher Wells to provide financial assistance to Columbus County residents who are currently enrolled full time in any 2-year curriculum program at Southeastern Community College. Recipients must demonstrate financial need and maintain a 2.5 GPA.
William F. “Bill” and Sarah Spivey Norris and Broadus Turbeville Memorial Scholarship. This memorial scholarship was named by Lynda F. Turbeville and Samuel P. Gaskins of Sanford, NC. The $500 scholarship will be awarded annually to a Columbus County resident enrolled in the College Transfer program. A 3.0 GPA is required.
Wyche Scholarship. This scholarship is named in honor of Georgia and Henry Wyche. Priority for this scholarship is given to graduates of East Columbus High School. Recipients must be enrolled in a two-year degree program.
Student Employment Program
Federal College Work Study Program (FCWS). This federally funded program provides on-campus work opportunities for students with limited financial resources. Students are paid an hourly wage. An effort is made to assign students to jobs related to their major field of study or to utilize their specific skills and interests.
Other Sources of Aid
Students with disabilities may obtain grants-in-aid covering fees, books, and supplies through the Vocational Rehabilitation Service. Further information can be found in the telephone book under the State of North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Veterans Administration funds may be available to those who have served in the armed forces, as well as to dependents of deceased veterans or disabled veterans with a service-connected disability. Interested persons should contact the Veterans Administration Regional Office, 251 North Main Street, Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27155.
Eligible students may qualify for training assistance through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other available programs. They may contact the Columbus County NCWorks Career Center, located in A-Building, for further information.
The NC Army National Guard offers educational benefits that include part-time employment, a student loan repayment plan, the NC State Tuition Assistance program, and the GI Bill. They may be contacted at the following address: NC Army National Guard, Company D(-), 1-20th Inf. Bn., Whiteville, NC 28472-9299.
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Student Life & Development
Purpose Statement
The purpose of Student Services is to assist students in accomplishing their educational, social, and career goals by providing them with opportunities leading to increased self-confidence, leadership, self-direction, clarification of values, and community awareness and responsibility.
Goals
1. Students’ educational, career, social, and other goals will be accomplished.
2. The various needs of individuals will be recognized.
3. Student participation in programs and services will be reflective of the college's service area.
4. Minorities and females will be included in leadership roles.
5. Southeastern will be promoted through development and public relations activities.
General Information
Official Announcements
Southeastern Community College publishes official college information in the SCC Catalog and the Student Handbook. All students are responsible for reading these publications.
The Student Handbook supplements the Catalog. The Catalog describes academic programs and degree requirements, continuing education programs, and special programs. It gives detailed information on college procedures, services, and regulations. The Handbook and the Catalog are updated annually.
Course offerings for curriculum and continuing education programs are listed in the semester schedule, which is posted on the college website (www.sccnc.edu).
Student information and notices are distributed via student email and posted on bulletin boards in A-Building, the Nesmith Student Center and the college website.
Library
Southeastern's library houses the largest microform collection in the North Carolina Community College System (over 164,000 pieces). A book collection of over 66,000 volumes is the sixth largest in the system.
Over 7600 audio-visual units, 200 current periodical subscriptions, and various computerized resources, round out the library's holdings. Special resources include The New York Times from its first issue in 1851 to the present, as well as extensive genealogy and North Carolina history collections.
Students, faculty, and community members also have access to the holdings of many other libraries through the Interlibrary Loan Service available at SCC.
Bookstore
Textbooks can be bought and resold at the college bookstore. School supplies, sportswear, greeting cards, stationery, jewelry, stuffed animals, and gift items are also available. The bookstore is located on the first floor of the Nesmith Student Center.
Student Center
The Nesmith Student Center is a popular gathering place for SCC students. A variety of food is available at the Ram’s Café. Forms of entertainment include televisions and a gaming center featuring X-Box and Playstation. The Student Activities Office is located in the Student Center.
Students with Disabilities
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The vice president of administrative services has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Information concerning provisions of the ADA and the rights provided are available from the ADA counselor. Student Services provides an ADA counselor to assist students in requesting disability-related accommodations.
Individuals who require reasonable accommodation for a disability should make this requirement known to the ADA counselor as soon as possible (preferably, at least thirty days prior to the scheduled date for the program, service, or activity) so that the college will have time to make appropriate arrangements. Individuals accompanied by a personal assistant while on campus must provide the ADA counselor with documentation that includes sufficient reasons for the assistance.
Documentation of Disability
Individuals must provide evidence of how their disability impacts participation in classes and other college programs in order to qualify for reasonable accommodations. While Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans offer historical evidence of services and accommodations, they are generally considered insufficient to make a student eligible for services.
To qualify for disability services, individuals must present documentation from a licensed, clinical professional. The disability documentation must address their current level of functioning. A diagnostic report, written by a qualified professional with appropriate licensure or certification who has comprehensive training and relevant expertise in the specialty area, is required. This professional cannot be related to the individual applying for services.
SCC does not provide diagnostic services. If an individual does not have documentation or if it is incomplete or insufficient, they should contact their medical professional for a referral to a qualified licensed diagnostician.
SCC does not make referrals; we recommend individuals contact their medical professional, who may be able to provide an evaluation to determine if a disability is present and its impact on the learning environment. Cost for services vary and will be determined by the diagnostician.
While appropriate documentation is an essential piece of the process, accommodations will be provided only if the accommodation is directly related to the disability.
General Documentation Standards
SCC, in compliance with the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, recognizes that certain disabilities result in impairments for which reasonable accommodations may be required. To qualify for disability services, students are required to provide diagnostic documentation from a licensed/clinical professional familiar with the history and functional implications of impairments.
All documentation must be submitted on the official letterhead of the professional describing the disability. The report should be dated and signed and include the name, title and professional credentials of the evaluator. Documentation prepared by providers other than those described under the specific disability categories will be considered on a case-by-case basis. It is not acceptable for the evaluation to be completed by a member of the family. Disability documentation must be current and adequately verify the nature and extent of the disability in accordance with current professional standards and techniques, and it must clearly substantiate the need for any specific accommodation requested.
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department reserves the right to consult with allied health professionals in reviewing and evaluating documentation.
In most cases, documentation consisting only of a diagnosis, chart notes, and/or prescription pad notations is insufficient to determine the impact of a medical condition or disability, to address the issue of substantial limitations and to develop reasonable accommodations.
If a student leaves the college for any reason, upon readmission he or she may be asked to submit updated documentation prior to receiving accommodations and/or services.
Student Services
Counseling
Even before students enroll at SCC, the college's professional counselors can help them discover their educational aptitudes, interests and goals; find suitable programs; discuss financial aid; and complete the admissions process. Once students are enrolled, SCC counselors are available to help with academic, occupational, and transfer concerns. They work with other staff members to best meet the needs of students. Counselors are also available to provide referral assistance and guidance for those students experiencing personal concerns.
After students graduate from SCC, they may continue to receive career counseling and job readiness services. Admissions staff and SCC counselors offer career exploration services on an individual basis. These sessions are designed to assist graduates in further clarifying their career goals. These services can be explored by contacting an SCC counselor or other college admissions staff.
Program Advising
New students are assigned advisors to help students make program decisions and plan their course schedules. Students are urged to meet with their advisors regularly, not just when they have problems. To ensure sufficient advisement time, students should schedule appointments with their advisors. They should see their advisors before changing their schedules, adding or dropping courses, or changing their programs.
For students planning to transfer to a senior college or university, their advisor will assist in planning course selections.
Academic Skills Lab
The Academic Skills Lab, located in the Nesmith Student Center, offers a variety of services, including the following:
1. Free peer and staff tutoring for most courses offered by SCC
2. Computer-assisted tutoring for many basic courses
3. Computer-assisted enrichment activities in some courses
4. Audio-visual materials to supplement the instruction in some courses
Career Planning, Job Readiness and Job Placement
Student Services assists students through the following:
1. Helping identify career options that match particular skills, interests, and personalities.
2. Helping develop individual job search plans, which include effective resume writing and job interview preparation through the NCWorks Career Center.
Service Learning
The Service Learning Program will help bring to life what students are studying in class, enhance job related skills, and employment contacts.
Members of the Volunteer Center staff will assist students in locating a volunteer placement that will relate directly to the student’s course of study.
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Student Activities
The Student Activities Department is committed to complimenting the academic experience. Students have the opportunity to become engaged through a variety of educational, cultural, entertaining, and fun programs throughout the year. Located in the Nesmith Student Center, this department is a link to SCC clubs, organizations and community resources.
Ambassador Program
The SCC Ambassador Program is an honorary group of students who have been nominated by faculty and staff to represent the college at special events on campus and in the community. All Ambassadors have completed a successful interview with the selection committee, have at least a 3.0 GPA, participate in a special leadership training class, and serve the college 3-5 hours each week.
Art Club
The Art Club visits exhibitions and museums, displays and sells members' works in fairs, and invites artists and craftsmen for demonstrations and workshops.
Athletics
SCC's intercollegiate sports are men's baseball and women's softball. Eligibility requirements are defined by the National Junior College Athletic Association. In addition, the college may offer intramural or club-level sports.
College Choir
The College Choir performs both popular and sacred music for choral and solo voices. The College Choir has performed in concert locally and as far away as New York, Florida, Washington, D.C., London, and Puerto Rico.
Cosmetology Club
The Cosmetology Club sponsors educational programs and trips to enhance classroom learning and to promote understanding between cosmetologists and the public.
Criminal Justice Club
This club promotes fellowship among club members and contact with the community and other agencies and strives to develop new concepts that will improve the criminal justice system.
Early Childhood Educators Club
The Early Childhood Educators Club is an organization seeking to foster the professional growth of current and future early childhood leaders to encourage fellowship among them, while promoting excellence in care, education, and services for young children and families.
Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) Club
The MLT Club provides members with current issues in the profession, promotes public awareness of the profession, provides funds for the MLT scholarships and supports social activities for MLT students. MLT and pre-MLT students are encouraged to join.
National Student Nurses Association
The National Student Nurses Association serves as a communication link with district, state, and national nursing associations. The organization encourages nursing students to promote and maintain high educational and professional standards. Practical Nursing students who intend to continue into the ADN program at a future date and Associate Degree Nursing students are encouraged but not required to join the NSNA.
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Phi Beta Lambda
This national organization is for students preparing for business careers. Its mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs. Past members have won numerous state, regional, and national awards.
Phi Theta Kappa
College transfer and technical students accumulating a grade point average of 3.5 or better on at least 12 semester hours are eligible for nomination to this national honorary academic society for junior college students. The chapter recognizes academic excellence and sponsors service projects.
Science Club
This organization encourages student interest in science and provides an opportunity for students and faculty to share their interests. Full-time students in the Associate in Science Program are eligible for the SCC Science Club Scholarship during both their first and second year within the program. Activities usually include meetings with visiting scientists as guest lecturers; "real life science-related" field trips; interaction with science students from neighboring institutions; and participation in projects, such as Earth Day activities, that help the college and local communities.
Student Government Association
The SGA provides an avenue for student participation in the organization and leadership of student-related campus activities. The SGA sponsors special events including dances, a field day, student competitions, and cookouts. It also provides funds for other student organizations and athletics. Student senators are elected annually from the student body. By virtue of the state statute, the SGA president is a non-voting member of the college's Board of Trustees.
Rules and Regulations
Traffic and Parking Regulations
Students are required to register all vehicles they drive on campus and to display a current parking sticker on them. Parking stickers are available at the reception desk in the lobby of A-Building.
Traffic tickets are given (and fines levied) for violations of traffic regulations, which are explained fully in the Student Handbook.
Visitors
SCC encourages appropriate use of its facilities by citizens of the area in accordance with the purpose and policies of the institution. Organizations may request facility use by calling (910) 642-7141, ext. 210.
SCC's president has authorized appropriate college officials to ban any student or non-student from the campus whose presence or actions may be inappropriate at a particular place or event.
Other Rules and Regulations
The Student Handbook lists other rules and regulations and grievance procedures; the Library Handbook lists rules pertaining to the library; and the Computer Information Systems Policy specifies procedures for the use of computers.
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Understanding Terminology
The Academic Year
The college operates on the semester system. There are two semesters and a summer session in the academic year.
Academic Credit
Credit hours are earned when a student learns a skill, such as welding, or an academic body of knowledge, such as history.
Courses for which credit hours are awarded toward a certificate, diploma, or degree are called curriculum or credit courses. The number of credit hours for each course is determined by the State Board of Community Colleges and specified in the North Carolina Community College System Combined Course Library.
Student Classification
Full-Time Student…
a student enrolled for 12 or more credit hours per semester.
Part-Time Student…
a student enrolled for less than 12 credit hours per semester.
Freshman…
a student who has earned less than 32 credit hours.
Sophomore…
a student who has earned 32 or more credit hours.
Special Student…
a student taking individual credit courses but not working toward graduation. When a special student has accumulated 12 credit hours, he/she is encouraged to enter an academic program. A special student is generally not eligible for many types of financial assistance.
General Information
Access to Student Academic Records
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, “FERPA,” (amended by S. J. Res. 40) gives students the opportunity to inspect their educational records and, if they wish, to challenge the content of their records. Parents of dependent students also have the right to inspect their children’s records.
The college presumes that parents of students who have not yet reached the age of 21 and who are currently attending the college claim the students as dependents for tax purposes. Students at the college who are at least 18 years of age and who do not want their parents to have access to their cumulative records must so inform the registrar of the college and prove that they are not tax dependents of their parents. If parents of current students or former students who are at least 18 years of age wish to inspect and review their children’s cumulative records, they must prove to the registrar that they claim the students as dependents for federal income tax purposes.
Parents or eligible students who wish to inspect and review cumulative records must submit requests in writing to the registrar of the college. When he/she receives written requests for review of the records from parents or students who have a right to inspect the records, the registrar schedules the review. The review date should be as early as possible but never later than 20 days after the request was made. The inspection and review are made in the registrar’s office or at another designated location. A college official competent in interpreting student records is present to explain the implications of the records that are examined. Procedures on hearings to correct inaccuracies, disclosure to persons other than parents or students, and waiver of rights are on file in the office of the vice president of workforce and community development and the registrar’s office. P a g e | 60
The college may release student directory information upon request, unless students indicate to the registrar’s office in writing that their information should not be released. Such information includes the student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, major field of study, dates of attendance at SCC, degrees and awards (including honor roll status), and most recent previous school attended. Academic and disciplinary records are not released without the written consent of student.
Retention and Disposition of Student Records
Retention and disposition of records maintained by counseling/admissions and the registrar's office are handled in accordance with the schedules published in the Public Records Retention and Disposition Schedules as prepared by the North Carolina Community College System and the State Board of Community Colleges for institutions in the community college system.
Student Responsibility for Program Requirements
All students are responsible for knowing the academic regulations of SCC, for maintaining their academic standing, and for meeting all graduation requirements for their program of study. Faculty advisors and counselors will assist in course planning and program completion, but the final responsibility rests with the students.
Electronic Communication
To ensure, to the extent possible, that students who are taking courses who are communicating with an instructor and submitting assignments electronically are the students who registered for the courses, the college requires use of its official email systems. The official system for students relies on the issuance of a student identification number to all students when they register. Students then follow guidelines posted on the college website to create logins and passwords. This system validates that the communication is coming from the student assigned that particular account and serves as an electronic signature for them. No other student may be permitted to access the email system using the created logins and passwords, and students may not allow access under their individual logins and passwords.
Students and faculty communicating with each other about any course-related questions or when sending or receiving assignments must do so using college approved email systems or through Moodle. For students, both on and off campus, the communication must take place with Moodle or by using Rams email (sample address might be abc1234@rams.sccnc.edu); for faculty or staff teaching, the communication must be through an assigned college email address (sample address would look like firstname.lastname@sccnc.edu. Again, security of usernames and passwords is essential as communication in these accounts are considered to have been electronically signed.
Failure to use one of these systems will result in questions or assignments being viewed as having not occurred. Faculty (full-time and adjunct) are not permitted to accept assignments unless sent through an official email system, uploaded through Moodle, or delivered in person.
Enrolling In Classes
Student Course Load
The normal course load for full-time college transfer students is 15 to 19 credit hours per semester. Vocational and technical students are limited to the number of credit hours specified in their program each semester. College transfer students who register for more than 19 credit hours and vocational or technical students who want to register for more hours in a semester than the curriculum specifies must obtain permission from the division chair.
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Advising System
SCC students are assigned an advisor on the basis of their level of preparation and program of interest. The advisor helps students plan an academic program and is available throughout the students’ enrollment for additional advising and guidance. New students will work with an advisor in the advising center until they are admitted to a specific program.
Faculty Position on Student Responsibility in Academic Achievement
Earning a college degree, diploma or certificate is an arduous task that requires mastery of skills and materials, sometimes on a very sophisticated level. SCC’s faculty are committed, both personally and professionally, to teach their respective disciplines in an effective and appropriate manner and to demonstrate excellence in their profession.
Commitment on the part of the faculty must be accompanied by commitment on the part of students. Students who are pursuing a college degree must be aware that this pursuit requires a desire to learn, dedication to the multiple tasks involved in learning, preparation for class and lab, and completion of all assigned work in a timely and conscientious manner. Regular class and lab attendance is also required. Students must be aware that real learning requires serious effort on their part. They cannot become educated individuals without active involvement in the educational process.
The open door policy of the community college system ensures that all students will have access to a quality education. However, it must also be recognized that adequate preparation is a prerequisite in any course or program. Therefore, students who do not have the appropriate skills may be required to take developmental courses before being admitted to a particular class or program.
Student Rights and Responsibilities
Appropriate Academic Behaviors
In order to create the most effective classroom environment possible to support learning, faculty and administration expect the following behaviors from students:
1. Academic Participation. Students should express their views in classroom discussions in an appropriate manner. Students should also listen respectfully to others expressing their opinions and ideas. The exchange of ideas in a non-combative, non-abrusive, and orderly manner is essential for learning and fundamental to academic freedom.
2. Academic Environment. Students should not disrupt the learning environment through any inappropriate behavior. It is the responsibility of the instructor to ensure that the appropriate learning environment exists in the class and remove from the class any student who disrupts the climate and interferes with other students’ right to learn.
3. Academic Courtesy. Students should be in class for the complete class session. Entering a classroom late or leaving early is disruptive to the instructor and other students. If rare instances make students late for class, they should enter quietly, be seated as close to the door as possible, and draw as little attention as possible. Students should never leave early without the instructor’s permission. Students should see the instructor after class to explain their lateness; the instructor may have already taken attendance.
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are responsible for arranging any make up work and completing assignments due at the next class period. Students should not expect to be able to make up all work missed, especially unannounced quizzes or tests. Students are responsible for knowing what was covered in the missed class and getting notes from other classmates. It is not the responsibility of the instructor to re-teach what was missed. An individual instructor’s policies may be more lenient than the above, but it is still a student responsibility to know what was missed. Students should understand that faculty are in the classroom to aid them in learning but that faculty also have the responsibility to certify that students have met the required outcomes of the course. Ultimately, students are responsible for their own learning.
5. Academic Focus. Students must focus on a class’ activities while in that class. They must not work on non-related activities or sleep. If Internet use is a part of the class, students should use it only for class prescribed activities.
6. Academic Exchange. Students need to be prepared for a class to more effectively learn. There cannot be an effective exchange between an instructor and students without this preparation. Being prepared means reading any assigned work for the class and noting questions or reactions to the reading, preparing any requested written work, or preparing questions to ask in the class. Students always have homework in a class even if nothing is specifically assigned. At the least, students should review previous class notes to check their understanding and be prepared to ask questions the next class session for clarity.
Other Expectations
Either inside the classroom or in any activities on campus or in other facilities where the college carries out classes or activities, students should observe the following:
1. Students should have food or drink only in appropriate locations. Food and drink are not permitted in classrooms, labs, the gymnasium, or the auditorium.
2. Students should treat each other and all college personnel with respect in all interactions.
3. On-campus Basic Skills students must abide by the rules stated in their signed agreement form entitled, “SCC Basic Skills Program On-Campus Rules,” in addition to the expectations stated in this section and the section above.
4. Students must abide by all policies and procedures governing their behavior in the Policies and Procedures, the Student Handbook, and in the Catalog.
Minimum Curriculum Class Size
Fall/spring curriculum classes should contain at least 10 students. Self-supporting classes, generally offered in the summer, require sufficient students to generate funds to offer the course.
Division chairs may offer classes with fewer students under the following conditions:
1. The nature of the course indicates that a limited number of students need the course.
2. A course sequence requires the course. (E.g., the course is the third in a required sequence.)
3. The cost is not prohibitive.
The decisions of the division chairs are subject to review by the vice president of academic affairs.
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Course Prerequisites and Corequisites
Prerequisite courses are courses that must be completed before students can enroll in subsequent courses. Students must comply with catalog requirements in that courses may not be taken until all prerequisites have been met. (Exceptions may occur when students are in specially designed curricula which allow for meeting prerequisites in an alternative manner. Such programs will have been approved by the appropriate faculty and academic chair and authorized by the vice president of academic affairs upon the presentation of specific documentation showing how the prerequisite skills or knowledge content are being met.) Advisors will assist, but it is the responsibility of students to check course prerequisite requirements. Registering for a course without having the appropriate prerequisite will result in students being dropped from courses when the improper registrations are discovered. The removal from a course may have an effect on students’ full-time status and/or financial aid. (Any refund will be based on the college’s current refund policy.)
If students feel that they have met a prerequisite by one of the following means, they may provide appropriate documentation to the vice president of academic affairs prior to registration:
1. A course or combination of courses taken at another institution covering the knowledge and abilities equivalent to those specified in the prerequisite course.
2. Documented knowledge and abilities through work experience, experiential learning, or formal assessment equivalent to those specified in the prerequisite course.
3. Professional certification and/or licensure demonstrating the knowledge and abilities equivalent to those specified in the prerequisite course.
The vice president will notify in writing students, students’ advisors, and the registrar’s office if a prerequisite has been satisfied by one of the above means. The vice president’s decision is final.
Under no circumstance will prerequisites be waived without completion of one of the above procedures, even for courses at the developmental level.
Corequisite courses are courses that must be taken at the same time as another course or prior to the course to be taken. Note: Some lecture courses having corequisite labs are “Split Courses” (see page 77) and must be taken together during the same semester. Additionally, the following courses with labs must be taken together: COS 111/112, COS 113/114, COS 115/116, and COS 117/118. Students must comply with catalog requirements in that courses may not be taken without the appropriate corequisite. (Exceptions may occur when students are in specially designed curricula which allow for meeting corequisites in an alternative manner. Such programs will have been approved by the appropriate faculty and academic dean and authorized by the vice president of academic affairs upon the presentation of specific documentation showing how the corequisite skills or knowledge content are being met.)
Advisors will assist, but it is the responsibility of students to check course corequisite requirements. Registering for a course without having the appropriate corequisite will result in students being dropped from courses when the improper registrations are discovered. The removal from a course may affect students’ full-time status and/or financial aid. (Any refund will be based on the college’s current refund policy.)
If students feel that they have met a corequisite by one of the following means, they may provide appropriate documentation to the vice president of academic affairs prior to registration:
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learning, or formal assessment equivalent to those specified in the corequisite course.
3. Professional certification and/or licensure demonstrating the knowledge and abilities equivalent to those specified in the corequisite course.
The vice president will notify in writing students, students’ advisors, and the registrar’s office if a corequisite has been satisfied by one of the above means. The vice president’s decision is final.
The corequisite components of COS 111/112, COS 113/114, COS 115/116, and COS 117/118, may not be waived.
Under no circumstances will a corequisite be waived for other courses without completion of one of the above procedures.
Some programs/curricula have admission or continuation requirements which are not courses. These requirements function as prerequisites which must be met. (See individual programs for specific requirements.)
Curriculum Student Registration
Early and regular registrations for curriculum day, night, and distance learning classes occur prior to the beginning of each semester, and registration for night classes and classes beginning later in the term continues through the first class meeting. Exact times and dates are announced in advance through campus publications and public media. Returning students should schedule an appointment with their advisor to complete the registration process.
Students wishing to add a class that has met must complete a Drop/Add/Withdrawal Form, available in counseling/admissions. After the form is completed, it should be signed by the instructor of the course being added and the students’ faculty advisor. The completed form is submitted to the registrar's office. For most classes, the add period is the first two days of the semester. Beginning the first day of class, students wishing to add distance learning classes must obtain the approval of appropriate dean. For evening classes and those beginning later in the term, the add period is considered to be through the first class meeting.
Students may not add a course after the Add Period on the Schedule of Courses unless the following procedure is followed:
1. The instructor must submit