how to change your degree course ppcc

Check your major and degree on the MyPCC home tab. You may want to change your major because you have a new career goal or you want a program that's eligible for financial aid. Here's how: You can change your degree before the start of each term. Your window to change opens about two weeks before registration begins (see when to register ).

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How do I Change my Major in PCC?

When you can change your major, you'll see a link in the My Major channel. When your window opens, a link will appear in the MyPCC My Major channel. Be careful: if your degree is correct, don't re-select it. This would assign you to a new catalog year and change your degree requirements.

Can I replace a grade earned at PPCC with another school?

Students who have credits they wish to transfer to PPCC that can replace a substandard grade earned at PPCC must see an advisor to initiate that request. If approved, this will result in the points associated with that grade being excluded from the student’s cumulative GPA.

Can I transfer my college credits to PPCC?

College credits must have been earned within 15 years prior to admission to PPCC. PPCC only accepts college-level courses with a grade of C or better. Students may also be required to provide English-translated course descriptions for courses that they wish to have transferred. Steps to transferring in college credits:

What happens if I repeat a course at PPCC?

When a course is repeated, regardless of initial grade earned, the highest grade earned will be calculated in the GPA. However, all grades earned at PPCC will appear on the transcript. A course may be used only once to meet graduation requirements for any degree or program.

How do I change my degree at PPCC?

Change of Major/Program A change in major places students under the academic and curriculum requirements of their new program as published in the current college catalog. The form can be found at www.ppcc.edu/records/change-of-major.

How do I change my major at Pgcc?

Students may change a program of study by completing a curriculum change form, available from the Office of Advising and Transfer Services, Bladen Hall, Room 124.

How do I change my major at SCC?

Log into eServices, click Other Resources and click eForms. Select the Change of Major form, complete and submit.

How do I drop out of PPCC?

You have the right to cancel all or part of your loan within 14 days of your loan disbursement. If you wish to cancel any portion of your loan, you must submit a completed and signed Loan Adjustment Form - Cancel to any PPCC Financial Aid Office requesting cancellation.

What schools accept Pgcc credits?

Our exceptional two-year programs and outstanding professors can prepare you to excel in a four-year program....Our students have gone on to attend universities such as:Bowie State University.Morgan State University.Towson University.University of Maryland, College Park.University of Maryland University College.

How much is tuition at Pgcc?

In-state tuition 6,026 USD, Out-of-state tuition 8,474 USD (2019 – 20)Prince George's Community College - Main Campus / Undergraduate tuition and fees

What is full time at PPCC?

PPCC awards all financial aid at full-time status, which is 12 or more credit hours per semester (including the summer semester). If a student takes less than 12 credits, their award disbursement may be prorated.

Is Ada transferable grade?

Grades of D A grade of D (including plus/minus) in a transferable course will count toward the number of transferable units you have completed. However, you must earn a grade of C or better when completing the seven-course pattern. And, in most cases, grades of D do not satisfy major or general education requirements.

Is Ad passing at Pikes Peak Community College?

Pikes Peak Community College considers a grade of C or better to be satisfactory/passing.

Academic Advising for New and Continuing Students

Explore and accomplish your goals through academic advising. Whether you plan to transfer to a four-year college or university or you want to go directly into the workforce, you will need to complete your degree/certificate. We help you gain the information you need so that you can achieve your goals and succeed at PPCC.

New Student Advising

New Student Advising appointments are 45 minutes long, allowing our adivsors to assist new students in successfully transitioning into college and the PPCC community.

Continuing Student Advising

Continuing Student Advising appointments are 25 minutes long and Advisors support students in a variety of ways.

Appointment No-Show Policy

In an effort to provide equal time to all students, the Advising & Testing office implemented a no-show policy. This policy serves as a reminder to be respectful of fellow students’ time, as advising and registration appointments are in high demand and can be particularly difficult to come by during peak registration periods.

For more information

For general advising questions, you can email us at [email protected]. For the quickest service, please include your Student Number in all communications.

Registration, Advising, and Navigate

It’s essential that students understand how to access Navigate within their PPCC portal. Learn how!

General Tech Tips

It is important that you check your PPCC student email regularly - at least once a day. It is the official communication method for the college. This step-by-step video guide will show you how to access your student email account within your PPCC portal.

By the numbers

Our numbers don't lie. We are the largest institution by enrollment in Colorado Springs, with over 100 options to choose from, and at a price that will make your bank account smile.

Achieve your goals

PPCC offers general education degrees as well as technical degrees and certificates.

Explore our pathways

Don’t freak out. You don’t need to decide everything about your future in the next five seconds. But you may find that choosing a general academic pathway will help you find your way. Check out your options, and if you’re confused or don’t find anything you like, meet with an advisor.

Featured Programs

Veterinary medicine is a dream job for animal lovers. The Veterinary Technology program prepares you to be job-ready for work in a variety of medical practices, research, conservation, wildlife rehab, and livestock health. PPCC currently offers a Veterinary Assistant Certification.

What's Happening

Keep up on all the news at PPCC. Check out our latest press releases as well as our Stall Street Journal, a bi-weekly publication covering upcoming events and announcements.

How to transfer credits to PPCC?

Steps to transferring in college credits: Step 1: Apply for PPCC admissions. Step 2: Declare a degree or certificate program. Step 3: Submit an official copy of the NACES course-by-course evaluation report to the PPCC Records Office located at the Centennial Campus.

What is assessment in PPCC?

Assessment is the ongoing process of establishing measurable learning outcomes, providing students with sufficient opportunities to achieve those outcomes, systematically gathering evidence of student learning, and using the resulting findings to confirm and improve student learning. PPCC’s assessment framework reflects the vision of the College as stated in the 2016-2022 Strategic Plan and aligns with regional and programmatic accreditation standards. With the guidance of Assessment Coaches, academic departments regularly assess what students know or are able to do upon completion of individual courses/programs and document how assessment results are used to continuously improve teaching and learning.

What is CCCS credit completion?

Recognizing the value of credit completion for all students with regards to retention, transfer and credential attainment, the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) has established the following practice and procedures for measuring and notifying students of their credit completion progress. This procedure is intended to be informational and helpful, but also establishes clear standards of credit completion progress that must be met and maintained in order to be a successful student in our colleges. CCCS colleges are encouraged to devise and implement appropriate Alert and Retention strategies with regards to credit completion progress.

What is CCCS in Colorado?

Recognizing the value of measuring academic progress for all students, the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) has established the following practice and procedures for measuring and notifying students of their academic standing. This procedure is intended to be informational and helpful, but also establishes clear standards of academic progress that must be met and maintained in order to be a successful student in our colleges. CCCS colleges are encouraged to devise and implement appropriate Academic Alert strategies early in the term to assist students who are experiencing academic difficulties. A student’s academic standing at one college will impact academic standing at another CCCS college.

What is credit completion progress?

Credit Completion Progress standards apply to all students who have attempted 9 or more credits at a CCCS college, regardless of the number of term credits they attempt from that point forward. Credit Completion Progress standards shall be applied consistently and uniformly within each CCCS institution.

How many credit hours are required for a full time student?

The standard student load of a full-time student is 15 credit hours per semester although 12 credit hours are considered full-time. Course loads of up to 21 hours can be approved by an academic advisor in Advising & Testing provided the student has a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0. For course loads greater than 21 credit hours a Dean’s signature is required. Certain career and technical programs approved by the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education may require students to take up to 24 credit hours per semester. For such programs, students will be allowed to take all necessary courses. In no case may a course load exceed 24 credit hours per semester except by written approval of the Vice President for Instructional Services at or before the time of registration.

How many terms does a second suspension last at CCCS?

A second suspension is for two terms, excluding summer term. If a student, who has served the suspension time for initial suspension or second suspension, wishes to return, the student will be allowed to re-enroll only after meeting with an academic advisor at the CCCS College that the student wishes to attend.

What is the number of developmental courses?

Course numbers and descriptions are subject to change. Developmental Courses. Developmental courses are numbered from 001 to 099. These are courses that teach basic skills often required to complete other college work.

What is core package?

The core package is part of the associate of arts and associate of science degrees. When transferred as a package, core courses will satisfy the lower division general education requirements for Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Sciences degrees provided they are completed with a grade of C or better.

Do developmental classes count toward a degree?

Though developmental courses may be required to enter a program or enroll in other courses, they do not count toward a degree or certificate. Independent Study. Independent study classes allow students to develop specialized course goals working independently with an instructor.

How long before you can change your major?

Wait till your window opens. You can change your degree before the start of each term. Your window to change opens about two weeks before registration begins (see when to register ). Your window closes when you register for classes. When you can change your major, you'll see a link in the My Major channel.

How to see how close you are to graduating?

To see how close you are to graduating, click check progress. GRAD Plan shows what classes you still need to take. (If your degree isn't showing yet, click What If and choose your new degree.)

Does PCC offer a certificate?

PCC offers hundreds of degrees and certificates - it can be tough choosing the right one for you. Get help choosing a degree to match your goals at a Career Resource Center, or visit the Academic Track to learn the basics of choosing a degree. If you are planning on transferring to a four-year school, see the University Transfer site.