CAREER & COLLEGE PROMISE ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES: 2015 FALL SEMESTER, 2016 SPRING SEMESTER, AND 2016 SUMMER SEMESTER

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1 444 Western Boulevard Jacksonville, North Carolina Phone (910) TO: FROM: RE: PROSPECTIVE HIGH SCHOOL APPLICANTS ONSLOW CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE PROGRAM COASTAL CAROLINA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DON HERRING CAREER & COLLEGE PROMISE ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES: 2015 FALL SEMESTER, 2016 SPRING SEMESTER, AND 2016 SUMMER SEMESTER High school juniors and seniors who meet North Carolina college-readiness standards and are approved by their high school may enroll in selected college courses with Coastal Carolina Community College. Students will receive college credit and weighted high school credit for completion of college transfer courses. There are no tuition charges, or activity fees for approved courses offered through the Onslow Career & College Promise Program. High school students participating in the Onslow Career & College Promise Program will have the flexibility to select prior-approved college classes from a variety of week afternoon/evening course offerings, 12-week afternoon course offerings, and 8-week afternoon/evening course offerings. Enrollment opportunities between Onslow County Schools and Coastal Carolina Community College are available in two College Transfer Pathways: (1) Associate in Arts or (2) Associate of Science. Enrollment opportunities are available in three Career and Technical Education Pathways: (1) Autobody Collision Repair, (2) Manicuring/Nail Technology or (3) Diesel/Heavy Equipment Technology. Courses for the approved Career & College Pathways are listed on the next pages. Students pursuing college transfer courses must have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on their high school courses and meet established college-readiness standards (see page titled College Readiness Benchmarks on Approved Diagnostic Assessment Tests ). Students pursuing Career and Technical Education courses through the College should have a weighted GPA of 3.0 or have the recommendation (approval signature) of their high school. The official calendar dates for Coastal s 2015 Fall Semester, 2016 Spring Semester and 2016 Summer Semester will be made available to area high schools on or before May 1, A specific listing of available Career & College Promise courses will be provided to high schools as follows: Fall course schedule available on or before June Spring course schedule available on or before October Summer course schedule available on or before April The College registration process will be opened to high school students approximately thirty (30) calendar days prior to the start of each new semester. For more information, please contact Don Herring, Division Chair for Student Services, at herringd@coastalcarolina.edu or (910) An Equal Opportunity Employer

2 ONSLOW CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE PROGRAM COLLEGE TRANSFER PATHWAY ASSOCIATE IN ARTS The Associate in Arts College Transfer Pathway is designed for high school juniors and seniors who wish to begin study toward the Associate in Arts degree and a baccalaureate degree in a non-stem major. This pathway includes a structured set of courses included in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) between the University of North Carolina and the North Carolina Community College System. All General Education Transfer courses in which the student earns a grade of C or better will transfer for equivalency credit up to the distribution limits detailed in the CAA. NOTE: High school students in the Associate in Arts Career and College Promise College Transfer Pathway must complete the entire pathway of all courses listed below before taking additional or alternate courses in the Associate in Arts degree program. APPROVED ASSOCIATE IN ARTS COLLEGE TRANSFER COURSES (COURSES BELOW ARE TRANSFERABLE TO COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.) NOTE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MUST BE PREPARED TO BUY THE TEXTBOOKS! ACA 122 College Transfer Success HIS 112 World Civilizations II ART 111 Art Appreciation HIS 131 American History I ART 114 Art History Survey I HIS 132 American History II BIO 110 Principles of Biology MAT 143 Quantitative Literacy COM 231 Public Speaking MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics MUS 110 Music Appreciation ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics MUS 112 Introduction to Jazz ENG 111 Writing & Inquiry PHI 215 Philosophical Issues ENG 112 Writing/Research in the Disciplines PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics ENG 231 American Literature I PHY 110 Conceptual Physics ENG 232 American Literature II POL 120 American Government GEL 111 Introductory Geology PSY 150 General Psychology HIS 111 World Civilizations I SOC 210 Introduction to Sociology

3 ONSLOW CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE PROGRAM COLLEGE TRANSFER PATHWAY ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE The Associate in Science College Transfer Pathway is designed for high school juniors and seniors who wish to begin study toward the Associate in Science degree and a baccalaureate degree in a STEM or technical major. This pathway includes a structured set of courses included in the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement (CAA) between the University of North Carolina and the North Carolina Community College System. All General Education Transfer courses in which the student earns a grade of C or better will transfer for equivalency credit up to the distribution limits detailed in the CAA. NOTE: High school students in the Associate in Science Career and College Promise College Transfer Pathway must complete the entire pathway of all courses listed below before taking additional or alternate courses in the Associate in Science degree program. APPROVED ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE COLLEGE TRANSFER COURSES (COURSES BELOW ARE TRANSFERABLE TO COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.) NOTE: HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS MUST BE PREPARED TO BUY THE TEXTBOOK(S)! ACA 122 College Transfer Success ENG 112 Argument-Based Research MUS 110 Music Appreciation ART 111 Art Appreciation ENG 231 American Literature I MUS 112 Introduction to Jazz ART 114 Art History Survey I ENG 232 American Literature II PHI 215 Philosophical Issues ART 115 Art History Survey II GEL 111 Introductory Geology PHI 240 Introduction to Ethics BIO 111 General Biology I HIS 111 World Civilizations I PHY 110 BIO 112 General Biology II HIS 112 World Civilizations II PHY 151 CHM 151 General Chemistry I HIS 131 American History I PHY 152 CHM 152 General Chemistry II HIS 132 American History II PHY 251 COM 231 Public Speaking MAT 171 Precalculus Algebra PHY 252 Conceptual Physics College Physics I College Physics II General Physics I General Physics II ECO 251 Principles of Microeconomics MAT 172 Precalculus Trigonometry POL 120 American Government ECO 252 Principles of Macroeconomics MAT 263 Brief Calculus PSY 150 General Psychology ENG 111 Expository Writing MAT 271 Calculus I SOC 210 Intro. to Sociology

4 ONSLOW CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE PROGRAM CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PATHWAYS COLLISION AND REPAIR TECHNOLOGY - C60130 (Fall Semester Only) Painting and Refinishing I AUB 111 Special Finishes AUB 114 Non-Structural Damage I AUB 121 Plastics and Adhesives AUB 136 HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGY - C60240 HET 110 HET 112 HET 127 HET 128 Diesel Engines Diesel Electrical Systems Shop Rules & Regulations Heavy Duty Tune Up MANICURING/NAIL TECHNOLOGY - C55400 COS 121 COS 222 Manicure/Nail Tech I Manicure/Nail Tech II PROCEDURES FOR ADMISSIONS AND ENROLLMENT INTO ONSLOW CAREER & COLLEGE PROMISE PROGRAM 1. Read and review Career & College Promise guidelines outlined within this high school course selection guide. 2. Review College Readiness score requirements (see page titled College Readiness Benchmarks on Approved Diagnostic Assessment Tests ). High school students may take the College s placement test at no cost as needed. Call (910) for information regarding Coastal s placement testing schedule. 3. Review and select a Career & College Promise pathway (see pages titled Onslow Career and College Promise Associate in Arts Pathway, Associate in Science Pathway and/or Career and Technical Pathway). 4. Complete Onslow Career & College Promise application (see next page). Obtain all required signatures on the form. 5. Meet with your high school counselor to determine appropriate college course selections and to secure approval for participation. 6. Meet with a College Academic Counselor for admission into the Career & College Promise Program and register for classes at Coastal approximately thirty (30) calendar days prior to the start of each new semester. Attendance at Coastal Carolina Community College (CCCC) requires the student to abide by all rules and regulations as set forth by the high school and the College. As a general rule, high school students are limited to two college courses (7 credit hours) per semester. It is the policy of Coastal Carolina Community College not to discriminate against any U.S. citizen on the basis of race, color, handicap, sex, religion, age, or national origin in the recruitment and admission of students. A Career and College Promise Program student must be classified as at least a high school junior prior to the first day of attendance within a College term and must be making appropriate progress toward graduation. The enrollment of a high school student cannot displace the enrollment of any college student.

5 College Readiness* Benchmarks on Approved Diagnostic Assessment Tests Test PLAN** PSAT** ASSET (NCCCS Cut Score) NOTE: As of 5/1/14 the Asset Test has been phased out. (No longer being offered.) COMPASS (NCCCS Cut Score) ACCUPLACER (NCCCS Cut Score) NC DAP (NCCCS Cut Score) English Writing 70 Writing 86 Sentence Skills DRE Test: 151 English & Reading Reading Reading 81 Reading 80 Reading Scores Combined. Mathematics Numerical Skills 41 Int. Algebra 47 Pre-Algebra 66 Algebra NOTE: COMPASS Math Test has been phased out. No longer being offered as of 5/1/ Arithmetic and 75 Elem. Algebra DMA : 7 DMA : 7 DMA : 7 Revised Jan.2015 In addition to the diagnostic assessments, colleges may use the following SAT and ACT scores recommended by the testing companies as benchmarks for college readiness:* SAT ACT English 500 English 18 Critical Reading 500 Reading 22 Mathematics 500 Mathematics 22 NOTE: Revised Feb.2014 * To be eligible for enrollment in a College Transfer Pathway Associate of Arts or Associate of Science students must demonstrate college readiness in English, reading and mathematics on an approved assessment test or tests. Eligibility may be demonstrated by achieving the required scores on a single test or by combining test scores from any of the approved assessments. For example, a student may combine a 19 on PLAN mathematics with a 70 and an 81 on COMPASS writing and reading to demonstrate college readiness. Additional testing may be necessary to determine eligibility to enroll in specific courses for the pathway programs. ** PLAN AND PSAT scores recommended by ACT and College Board are used as indicators of college readiness only. Coastal Carolina Community College will require ASSET, COMPASS or NC DAP testing to determine eligibility to enroll in college-level courses.

6 (When completing, please print and use ink) Student s Soc. Sec. No. - - High School Name Current Weighted High School GPA Current Grade Status Grade 11 Grade 12 Expected High School Graduation Date Student s Last Name First Name Middle Initial Address City State Zip NC Phone Number ( ) Date of Birth SEMESTER, 20 (FALL / SPRING / SUMMER) (YEAR) 1ST CHOICE 2ND CHOICE 3RD CHOICE COURSE NAME COURSE NAME COURSE NAME Gender Female Male State of Residence: If not NC, enter state Ethnicity: Hispanic or Latino Race (If Non-Hispanic): American Indian or Alaskan Native Asian Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander White Citizenship: US Citizen CAREER AND COLLEGE PROMISE PATHWAYS: Associate in Arts (P1012C) - College Transfer Pathway Associate in Science (P1042C) - College Transfer Pathway Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology (C60130) Career and Technical Pathway Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology (C60240) Career and Technical Pathway Manicuring/Nail Technology (C55400) Career and Technical Pathway COLLEGE READINESS VERIFICATION ASSESSMENT: English Reading Mathematics ACT SAT ASSET W R Num Skills Int Algebra COMPASS W R Pre-Algebra Algebra NC DAP Non-Immigrant Alien Not US Citizen, Name Country Permanent Residence Alien NOTE: Selection of a specific pathway does not commit a student to pursue a specific college major after high school graduation. COURSE SELECTION TO BE COMPLETED WITH HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR The high school counselor will work with the student to identify appropriate CCCC courses and list them below. DMA DMA DMA DRE Composite Score Eligible for ENG III? Yes No REQUIRED SIGNATURES: (BEFORE SIGNING, PLEASE READ THE INFORMATION BELOW AND ON BACK.) I hereby certify that the information I have given is true to the best of my knowledge. I further understand that falsification or failure to supply the correct information may be considered grounds for rejection or dismissal. CCCC reserves the right to require documentation of the information contained on, or changes made to, this application. NOTE: At the end of each term, CCCC will provide Onslow County Schools with: (1) a summary listing of high school students who participated in the approved cooperative program opportunities through the College; and (2) a summary listing of the grade performance for each high school student. Your signature below will authorize the release of such information from CCCC to the student s high school. STUDENT PARENT OR GUARDIAN (If student is under 18) HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL OR DESIGNEE CCCC PRESIDENT OR DESIGNEE DATE DATE DATE DATE NOTE: With high school approval, students may enroll in courses from both a college transfer and a career & technical education pathway. A high school junior or senior who does not demonstrate college-readiness on approved assessment/placement tests may qualify for approval for Provisional enrollment. See College Admissions staff for more details. Rev: 5/1/14

7 Career and College Promise Operating Procedures Session Law , the Appropriations Act of 2011, authorizes the State Board of Education and the State Board of Community Colleges to establish the Career and College Promise program, effective January 1, Career and College Promise provides seamless dual enrollment educational opportunities for eligible North Carolina high school students in order to accelerate completion of college certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees that lead to college transfer or provide entry-level job skills. North Carolina community colleges may offer the following Career and College Promise pathways aligned with the K-12 curriculum and career and college ready standards adopted by the State Board of Education: 1. A College Transfer Pathway leading to a maximum of 35 hours of college transfer credit; and 2. A Career and Technical Education Pathway leading to a certificate, diploma or degree; College Transfer Pathway 1. The Career and College Promise College Transfer Pathway provides the opportunity for eligible students to complete up to 34 semester hours of transfer courses. 2. To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet the following criteria: a. Be a high school junior or senior; b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses; and c. Demonstrate college readiness on an assessment or placement test (see page titled College Readiness Benchmarks on Approved Diagnostic Assessment Tests ). A student must demonstrate college readiness in English, reading and mathematics to be eligible for enrollment in a College Transfer Pathway. 3. A high school junior or senior who does not demonstrate college-readiness on an approved assessment or placement test may be provisionally enrolled in a College Transfer Pathway. To qualify for Provisional Status, a student must meet the following criteria: a. Have a cumulative weighted GPA of 3.5; b. Have completed two years of high school English with a grade of C or higher; c. Have completed high school Algebra II (or a higher level math class) with a grade of C or higher; d. Obtain the written approval of the high school principal or his/her designee; and e. Obtain the written approval of the community college president or his/her designee. A Provisional Status student may register only for college mathematics (MAT) and college English (ENG) courses within the chosen Pathway. To be eligible to register for other courses in the Pathway, the student must first successfully complete mathematics and English courses with a grade of C or higher. 4. To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must a. Continue to make progress toward high school graduation, and b. Maintain a 2.0 GPA in college coursework after completing two courses.

8 5. A student who falls below a 2.0 GPA after completing two college courses will be subject to the College s policy for Satisfactory Academic Progress. 6. With approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college s chief student development administrator, a student may enroll in both a College Transfer Pathway program of study and a Career Technical Education program of study. 7. Students will be required to meet course prerequisite requirements for their College Transfer Pathway program of study. Career Technical Education Pathway 1. The Career and College Promise Career Technical Education Pathway leads to a certificate or diploma aligned with a high school Career Cluster. 2. To be eligible for enrollment, a high school student must meet the following criteria: a. Be a high school junior or senior; b. Have a weighted GPA of 3.0 on high school courses or have the recommendation of the high school principal or his/her designee; and c. Meet the prerequisites for the career pathway. 3. High school counselors should consider students PLAN scores in making pathway recommendations. 4. College Career Technical Education courses may be used to provide partial or full fulfillment of a four-unit career cluster. Where possible, students should be granted articulated credit based on the local or state North Carolina High School to Community College articulation agreement. 5. To maintain eligibility for continued enrollment, a student must a. Continue to make progress toward high school graduation, and b. Maintain a 2.0 in college coursework after completing two courses. 6. A student may change his or her program of study major with approval of the high school principal or his/her designee and the college s chief student development administrator. 7. Students will be required to meet course prerequisite requirements for a Career Technical Education program of study.