Incoming Transfer Students
Transfer of Non-traditional Credit
FCC may award up to 30 credits for demonstrated proficiency in areas related to college-level coursework. Sources used to determine proficiency include the following:- Military Credit
- College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
- Advanced Placement (AP)
- Credit by Departmental Examination
- Portfolio Development
- Frederick County Public Schools High School Articulation Agreement
- Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES)
- Maryland Fire & Rescue Institute (MFRI)
- Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Courses
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Frederick Community College is a Servicemembers Opportunity College (SOC) and accepts transcripts from the military. We follow credit recommendations made by the American Council on Education (ACE). The student should have an official transcript of his or her record sent directly to the Welcome & Registration Center. |
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CLEP is a national credit-by-examination program providing individuals the opportunity to receive credit for college-level achievement acquired in a wide variety of ways. General and subject examinations are available, with many being accepted by FCC. To request an official CLEP score report, please visit the CLEP website for more information. If you are interested in taking a CLEP exam, please contact the Testing Center at 301-846-2522. Please be advised that not all CLEP exams are accepted at FCC. Before students sit for an exam, they should consult the FCC Academic Catalog or verify with the Transfer Evaluation department (301-846-2595) or the Testing Center that an exam is accepted by FCC. |
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These subject exams are generally administered through high schools at the culmination of AP course offerings. The program provides a practical way for high school students to receive advanced standing credit in college for college-level courses completed in high schools. A complete list of accepted AP exams can be found in the FCC Academic Catalog or by reviewing the FCC Academic Catalog. |
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In some subject areas, there are no CLEP examinations available. If a student feels knowledgeable in one of these areas, the student may contact the Program Manager of the appropriate department to inquire about the possibility of taking a departmental exam in order to receive credit. Some courses will not qualify for testing, such as laboratory courses or experiential or interactive courses. The student may take the exam only once and must pass with at least a “C” to receive credit. The grade for the exam will not show on the transcript. The cost for taking a departmental exam will be 50% of the college’s current tuition for the equivalent course. The completed and signed Departmental Exam paperwork, along with a copy of the paid receipt from the Cashier’s office, must be submitted to the Welcome & Registration Center for credit to be awarded. |
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The portfolio development process allows students to earn credit for college level expertise and knowledge acquired from experiences such as work, volunteerism, readings, and training. Students should enroll in the Portfolio Development class (SD113). During the class, a portfolio will be compiled showing evidence of the learning that may satisfy FCC course requirements. The portfolio will then be submitted to FCC faculty for credit review. In addition to paying for the portfolio course, students will be required to pay 50% of the tuition required for the credits earned. The credits awarded will show on the student’s transcript. For additional information on this process, the student should call the Learning Consultant at 301-846-2526. The completed and signed Portfolio Credit form and copy of the paid receipt must be submitted to the Welcome & Registration Center for credit to be awarded. |
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FCC and the Frederick County Public Schools have an articulation agreement that awards college credit for selected Frederick County Public Schools coursework. To receive credit for these courses, students must have earned a specific grade as designated in the various agreements. Students should consult with their high school guidance office to plan their coursework. Upon successful completion of the coursework, the student should submit an official high school transcript directly to the Assistant Registrar for Transfer Evaluation in the Welcome & Registration Center. College credit will be posted on the student’s transcript if the credits are applicable to their degree program. If needed, these credits can also be used as free electives. Note: Students must be admitted to FCC for credit to be awarded. |
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DANTES is a testing program available to military personnel, as well as civilians. Please be advised that not all DANTES exams are accepted by FCC. Before students sit for an exam, they should verify with the Transfer Evaluation department (301-846-2595) that an exam is accepted by FCC. To learn more about DANTES, please visit:
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FCC evaluates transcripts from MFRI for students working toward a degree in General Studies: Emergency Services/Fire Science Option. Students should request an official transcript from MFRI to be sent to FCC’s Welcome & Registration Center. Not all MFRI courses are awarded credit toward the Fire Science degree. Information about requesting MFRI transcripts can be found by going to http://www.mfri.org Before students take a MFRI course with the hope they will earn college credit for it, they should verify with the Transfer Evaluation department (301-846-2595) that the course will apply to the Fire Science degree. Fire Science credits can also be used as free electives in other majors, if needed. |
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If you are a student interested in FEMA courses and the Emergency Management program, you should visit our FEMA/Emergency Management site for information about this dynamic program. If you check out the site and still have questions, you should call 301-624-2854. For students already familiar with the FEMA/Emergency Management process who wish to have other transfer credit evaluated(other colleges/universities, military, etc…), you will need to apply to FCC and declare your major as Emergency Management, then send all of your official transcripts sent directly to the FCC Welcome & Registration Center. If you have questions about the evaluation of your non-FEMA credits, please contact the Transfer Evaluation department at 301-846-2595. For information about the Emergency Management degree or certificate program, you should contact the program manager at 301-624-2854 |