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General Advising Questions
How do I know what classes to take?
What is the placement test? When is it given?
When is the next term to register for classes?
How do I register for classes?
I need to change my classes. What do I do?
What is the difference between dropping a class and withdrawing from a class?
When and where do I apply for graduation?
What is the difference between a community college and a university?
How are my college transfer credits from other schools evaluated at Calhoun?
What is Distance Learning?
How do I check my grades?
How do I calculate my G.P.A.?
How do I change my major?
Transfer Questions
What is the STARS Guide?
Can I earn an Associate Degree if I plan to transfer?
I plan to transfer to a four-year school. What do I need to know?
How many courses can I transfer?
I have to take developmental courses. Will they transfer?
Will a "D" transfer?
What GPA do I need to transfer?
General Advising Questions
How do I know what classes to take?
Students should follow the curriculum for their selected degree requirements in the
Calhoun Community College Catalog
. If you do not have a degree program identified it is recommended to visit the Advising Center to discuss your academic options.
For questions regarding transfer issues please refer to the
transfer section
of the Frequently Asked Questions.
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What is the placement test? When is it given?
See
Placement Testing
.
Students can contact the
Advising Center Staff
to make an appointment for a test time.
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When is the next term to register for classes?
Calhoun Community College is on a semester calendar. The fall semester generally begins in August. The spring semester starts in January and the summer term generally begins the end of May or first of June. For specific dates and events, check the
Schedule of Classes
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How do I register for classes?
Students entering college for the first time and former students applying for readmission need to see an advisor in order to register for classes. Currently enrolled students should register on the web using
Web Advisor
.
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I need to change my classes. What do I do?
Students can change their classes by using web registration or visiting the Advising Center. Adjustments can be made to your schedule during the registration process and the posted drop and add dates.
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What is the difference between dropping a class and withdrawing from a class?
Drop-and-Add Period
The drop and add period for fall and spring will be the first four days of each semester and the first two days of each summer semester. No grade will be assigned if a course is dropped during the drop/add period.
Withdrawals
A student who wishes to withdraw from a course(s) after the drop/add period may do so by having a withdrawal form completed by Admissions/Records personnel or their designated representatives. A
student may withdraw from a course(s) after drop/add period through the last class day (prior to final exams). A grade of W for withdrawal will be assigned for the course.
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When and where do I apply for graduation?
It is recommended that students apply for graduation the semester prior to their last anticipated enrolled semester. Students can apply for graduation in the Admissions Office. (download
Application for Graduation form
)
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What is the difference between a community college and a university?
A community college is designed to offer two-year career programs (Associate of Applied Science) and the core courses needed to apply toward a Bachelor's Degree (Associate of Science/ Associate of Arts). Certificate programs are also available. Universities offer a four-year Bachelor's degree and some offer graduate level degree programs.
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How are my college transfer credits from other schools evaluated at Calhoun?
Students must have all official transfer transcripts on file in the Admissions Office at Calhoun. A student can then request their transcripts to be evaluated by completing a
Transcript Evaluation Request
form and submitting it to the Admissions Office. The results of the official evaluation will be mailed to you.
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What is Distance Learning?
Calhoun Community College currently offers courses representing a majority of disciplines in college-by-CD, web-based, and format combinations (see
Distance Education
for more information).
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How do I check my grades?
Students can review their grades by going to
Web Advisor
. You will need your student I.D number and PIN.
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How do I calculate my G.P.A.?
You may access the
G.P.A. calculator
to assist you in calculating your G.P.A.
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How do I change my major?
Complete a Request for Record Change form and submit it to the Admissions Office. The forms can be obtained from the Admissions Office or Advising Center.
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Transfer Questions
What is the STARS Guide?
STARS
(Statewide Articulation Reporting System) is a computerized articulation and transfer planning system designed to inform students who attend Alabama Community Colleges about degree requirements, course equivalents, and other transfer information pertaining to specific majors at each state funded four-year institution.
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Can I earn an Associate Degree if I plan to transfer?
Yes. Calhoun Community College awards the Associate in Arts/Associate of Science degree for students who plan to transfer and pursue a bachelor's degree at a four-year school. You can access the
STARS
Guide to view the specific requirements for your major at the college in which they are interested in attending. Students should contact the Advising Center if they have additional questions
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I plan to transfer to a four-year school. What do I need to know?
Students who are interested in transferring need to consult the
STARS
Guide for the requirements of the four-year school. Students should also visit the web site of the school they are interested in attending.
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How many courses can I transfer?
Only 64 semester hours of two-year college credit will apply toward a four-year degree.
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I have to take developmental courses. Will they transfer?
Students receive institutional credit at Calhoun Community College only. These courses do not transfer; however, they will be calculated in your G.P.A. at Calhoun.
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Will a "D" transfer?
You must contact your transfer institution for their policy on the transfer of a "D". However, keep in mind that most colleges do not accept courses in which a grade of "D" has been earned.
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What GPA do I need to transfer?
Most colleges require a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0; however, the G.P.A. requirement for acceptance in your major may be higher. You must contact your transfer institution for their policy on transfer G.P.A.
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