General Information
Licensing of Graduates Beaufort County Community College is an educational institution and assumes no responsibility for the licensing of its graduates. Students convicted of a felony or any other crimes involving moral turpitude may not be recognized by the proper licensing agency.
Graduation Requirements Students must apply for graduation one semester prior to the semester in which they expect to complete their work. Application must be made through the Registrar’s Office. In order to be eligible for graduation, a student must complete all prescribed courses for the curriculum. Students must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.00. Grade point averages are calculated by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of credit hours attempted. Courses used in this calculation are those completed at Beaufort County Community College that are listed in the student’s curriculum outline as minimum requirements and additional courses/substitutions approved by the appropriate lead instructor, Dean, and Vice President of Academics. Students must complete a minimum of 25 percent of hours required for a degree, diploma, or certificate in residence at Beaufort County Community College. In order to graduate, each student must fulfill all financial obligations to the College, including graduation fees. Graduation fees must be paid prior to graduation. Usage of Standard English BCCC places value in recognizing and preserving communication styles that reflect the unique heritage of the people in this region, state, and nation. In the competitive job market, however, business and industry have repeatedly stressed the fact that Standard English will be required in communications. Because the primary mission of the College is to prepare students for careers and career changes, it is imperative that the use of Standard English be required in each of its programs. The Standard English that is taught in English classes must be reinforced in all courses taught throughout the institution.
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BCCC General Catalog 2013-2014
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