Explanation of Transcript
Accreditation
East Central College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Other programs within the college may carry additional accreditation. FICE Code 008862.
Calendar
East Central College is on the semester system. The academic calendar consists of two 16-week semesters and one condensed summer semester period lasting approximately 8 weeks.
Grading System
ECC uses a four point grading system.
| Grade | Explanation | Grade Points per Credit Hour |
|---|---|---|
| A | Superior | 4 |
| B | Above Average | 3 |
| C | Average | 2 |
| D | Below Average, Passing | 1 |
| F | Failing, No Credit | 0 |
Not Included in GPA Calculation
| W | Withdrawal, Excused |
| WX | Withdrawal, Administrative |
| I | Incomplete |
| P | Pass |
| H | Audit |
| NC | No Credit |
| CIP | Course In Progress |
Repeated courses are denoted as “same as (course):”. Both grades will remain on the permanent record, but the highest grade is used to compute the GPA. All courses attempted are recorded on the transcript.
Special Course Notations
Courses indicated with an * asterisk were taken at a partner institution( i.e. Rolla Technical Center, Rolla Technical Institute, Four Rivers Career Center), and articulated as part of an East Central College degree/certificate program. Courses with a # indicate that the grade has been forgiven.
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Types of Degrees and Certificates Offered
The Associate of Arts (AA) degree is the institutional transfer degree.
The Associate of Arts in Teaching (AAT) degree is the institutional transfer degree for students preparing to study in teacher education programs.
The Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) degree is a specifically articulated degree with the University of Missouri-St. Louis. It includes a general education core tailored to students interested in study in a Bachelor of Fine Arts program and the necessary coursework in the fine arts. The degree includes a variety of elective coursework appropriate for the specialized areas of studio and graphic arts.
The Associate of Science (AS) degree is the institutional pre-engineering degree.
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is the career and workforce preparation degree.
Certificate of Specialization is a career/technical program consisting of up to twenty-nine credit hours, designed to prepare students for entry-level employment. (Formerly referred to as the One-Year Certificate.)
Certificate of Achievement is a career/technical program consisting of thirty to fifty-nine credit hours, designed to prepare students for entry-level employment. (Formerly referred to as the Two-Year Certificate.)
Notice of Non-Discrimination
East Central College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, or veteran status. Inquiries/concerns regarding civil rights compliance as it relates to student programs and services may be directed to the Vice President of Student Development, 1964 Prairie Dell Road, Union, MO 63084, (636) 584-6565 or stnotice@eastcentral.edu.
Release of Information
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