JOHNSON C. SMITH
UNIVERSITY
TRANSFER STUDENT GUIDE
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UNIVERSITY
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QUICK FACTS
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ELIGIBILITY
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JCSU CONTACT
INFORMATION
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TRANSFER PATHWAY
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FINANCIAL AID AND
SCHOLARSHIPS
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MEDICAL AND HOUSING
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STUDENT ID AND
PARKING
19-20
ARTICULATION
AGREEMENTS
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STAY CONNECTED
17-18
MAJORS AND MINORS
Q U I C K F A C T S
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UNIVERSITY
POPULATION:
JCSU is Diverse!
Named as one of the "Best Online Colleges" in North Carolina, JCSU offers
a variety of online resources and Majors. Additionally, there are numerous
activities and networking opportunities that provide students with an
opportunity to graduate with confidence in order to expand personally and
professionally.
1,306 Students
57% In-State and 43% Out-of-State
13:1 Student/Faculty Ratio
63% Female
37% Male
JCSU RATINGS:
#1 Private HBCU in North Carolina
(U.S. News and World
#1 Small College in North Carolina
for graduate job placement (Zippia)
TOP HBCU Psychology Program
(Psychologydegreeguide)
#17 Best Colleges for Sports
Management in America (Niche)
"Retool Your School" Award
Recipient
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UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER PROCESS
Preliminary Transfer Credit Evaluation:
Newly admitted students with transfer courses from domestic institutions will
receive a preliminary transfer credit evaluation usually two to three weeks after
submission of official transcripts and complete admission packet.
Acceptability of Transfer Courses by JCSU:
The university generally will accept a maximum of 64 credit hours from a
recognized and accredited junior, community, or technical college, or 90 credit
hours from a recognized, accredited four-year institution. The university does not
accept grade points, Pass/Fail, CLEP, Dante, or Credit for Military Training and
Educational Experiences; however, a grade of P/Pass during COVID may be
accepted.
Generally, college-level courses completed at accredited institutions will transfer,
provided the course is similar in level, scope, and content to courses offered at
JCSU and a grade of C- or higher is earned. Acceptance of courses for transfer
credit is based on the following:
• direct equivalency to a Johnson C. Smith University course (whether within or
outside of the major),
• direct equivalency to a general education requirement, or
• no direct equivalency but acceptable as a general elective.
It is important to note that the evaluation of transfer courses is an ongoing process
that typically continues through the first semester at the University by advisors.
However, this may extend past the first semester depending on when the final
official transcript and, if necessary, course syllabi are reviewed by the program.
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NC Community College Articulation Agreement:
Students who have earned an A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science)
from a North Carolina Community College may receive credit for completing JCSU’s
general education requirements (Foundation and Pillar courses) if they have earned a
minimum of 60 credit hours in approved college-level courses with a grade of C or
higher.
Exceptions:
1. Under no circumstances will grades below C- transfer to JCSU.
2. Should a student earn an A.A./A.S. with a grade lower than C in any of the
following courses, they will be required to repeat the equivalent at JCSU: ENG 111,
ENG 112, COM 231, or MAT 143, 152, or 171.
3. If a JCSU major requires a particular course that is part of the general education
curriculum and the student has not completed that course, they will have to fulfill that
requirement at JCSU. For example, Psychology and Dance majors both require BIO
143 (Intro to Biology); if a student took Geology to fulfill their science requirement,
they will have to take BIO 143 at JCSU as part of their major course work.
4. In some cases, students may be required to take additional prerequisite courses
that do not count towards their major but may count as free electives.
5. A minimum of 122 hours is required to earn a degree; some degree programs
require additional hours.
Academic transcripts submitted to the Office of Admissions or the Office of
Registrar for evaluation should be certified original documents.
Documents in language other than English must be accompanied by an official
English translation.
International Transcripts:
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Transfer courses that have already been evaluated will be listed on the JCSU
transcript and have the course type notation of “TR.”
Transfer courses not accepted by JCSU are not listed on the JCSU transcript.
Transfer Course Notations:
Acceptability vs. Applicability of Transfer Courses:
The Office of Admissions and the Office of the Registrar oversee course subject
matter to determine the acceptability and the awarding of transfer credit. They
consult with the Deans and academic departments, when necessary, for course
clarifications and guidance.
A transfer course must be accepted by JCSU before it can be applicable toward
degree requirements (general education, specific major requirements, and total
credits needed to graduate).
Transfer Course Evaluation Request:
Students are responsible for submitting all final official transcripts detailing their
entire academic record prior to enrolling at the University. Only official transcripts
from the institution at which credits were received will post to a student’s JCSU
record. Dual-enrollment credits earned by students while attending high school
must be submitted from the college or university through which credit was earned;
students will not receive credit for college courses notated on a high school
transcript.
Dual Enrollment Transfers:
Dual-enrollment credits earned by students while attending high school must be
submitted from the college or university through which credit was earned; students
will not receive credit for college courses notated on a high school transcript.
Students are responsible for submitting all final official transcripts detailing their entire
academic record prior to enrolling at the University. Only official transcripts from the
institution at which credits were received will post to a student’s JCSU record.
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Credit by Examination (AB and IB):
The university accepts transfer credit through two examinations only: Advanced
Placement Exam (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB). Students satisfactorily
completing Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations in disciplines offered by the
university with a score of 3 or above will be accepted for college credit. Students
satisfactorily complete an IB examination with a score of 4 or higher will be
accepted for college credit. Please refer to the University Catalog for detailed
information.
Current students may obtain credit by attending another college or university if the
following conditions are met, as outlined in the University Catalog:
1. The proposed institution of study must offer courses equivalent to those at JCSU
and be accredited by one of the following regional accrediting:
• Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC) Western
Association of Schools and Colleges
• Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
• Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
• New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
• Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
• WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
• Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools
2. The student must secure approval of transfer credit in writing from instructors,
advisors, Chairs of the Departments at JCSU, and the Office of the Registrar by
obtaining the proper signature on a Transfer of Credit form before enrolling in the
course. The form can be obtained from the Office of the Registrar, and, after being
properly executed, should be returned there. Elective credits may be received for
certain courses that do not correspond to any offered at JCSU provided approval is
first received from the appropriate Department Chair.
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3. Approved courses in which the student receives a grade of C or better are
transferable. Quality points and grades are not transferable; credit hours are
transferable. Credit will not be accepted for courses where a grade below C was
earned
4. The maximum number of credit hours an undergraduate student may take in
any consortium or transient period is 15. If an undergraduate transfer student is
approved to take course work at another university in a consortium and/or or as a
transient, they are still required to complete a minimum of 25% of their credit hours
at Johnson C. Smith University and may not take more than the maximum amount
of hours required for transfer students.
Academic transcripts submitted to the Office of Admissions or the Office of
Registrar for evaluation should be certified original documents.
Documents in language other than English must be accompanied by an
official English translation.
Students requesting credit for specific JCSU course equivalencies need to
include detailed course descriptions (in English) with their transcript or
evaluations from a nationally recognized educational evaluation service for
consideration (e.g. WES or IEE).
International Transcripts:
*The evaluation of transfer courses is an ongoing process that typically
continues through the first semester at the University by advisors. However,
this may extend past the first semester depending on when the final official
transcript and, if necessary, course syllabi are reviewed by the program.
*The University reserves the right to deny transfer credit based on falsification
of documents. The university also reserves the right to modify this policy to
remain within compliance.
JCSU INFORMATION:
T R A N S F E R P A T H W A Y
JOHNSON C. SMITH
UNIVERSITY
100 Beaties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28216
(704) 378-1000
Admissions Office
Financial Aid
Transfer Counselor
Brandon Harris
Articulation and Transfer Coordinator
Gia Wright
FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
Prepare:
Step 1: Submit official transcripts and
complete admissions packet
Step 2: Create JCSU Account
Step 3: Financial Aid
Step 4: Medical Records
Before Coming to Campus:
Step 5: Commit & Deposit
Step 6: Housing & Meal Plan
Step 7: Advising/Registration
Get Settled:
Step 8: Financial Clearance
Step 9: Student ID
Step 10: Parking
JCSU ACCOUNT
Complete JCSU Application
Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities
attended to [email protected]
Receive user name and password from Registrar
Go to my.jcsu.edu to log in
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F I N C A N I A L A I D A N D
S C H O L A R S H I P S
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UNIVERSITY
JCSU TRANSFER CONNECT:TRANSFER TRAILBLAZERS
SCHOLARSHIP:
3.5-4.0 cumulative GPA
$2,000 per semester (up to 4
consecutive undergraduate
semesters)
3.0-3.499 cumulative GPA
$1,500 per semester (up to 4
consecutive semesters)
Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA per
semester
Attend 2 JCSU Career Services
Workshops annually
Participate in one service learning
project annually
Complete FAFSA annually by
February 1st (if eligible)
Maintain continuous enrollment as a
Traditional undergraduate student
Enroll and complete 12 credit hours
each semester
Tier One
Tier Two
Renewable criterion:
3.5-4.0 cumulative GPA
$4,000 per semester (up to 4
consecutive undergraduate semesters)
3.0-3.499 cumulative GPA
$2,500 per semester (up to 4
consecutive undergraduate semesters)
Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA per
semester
Attend 2 JCSU Career Services
Workshops annually
Complete FAFSA annually by
February 1st (if eligible)
Maintain continuous enrollment as a
Traditional undergraduate student
Enroll and complete 12 credit hours
each semester
Tier One
Tier Two
Renewable criterion:
F I N A N C I A L A I D :
To be considered for financial aid at Johnson C. Smith University you must
complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). If you have
not completed the FAFSA, follow the FAFSA link to apply online:
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UNIVERSITY
Report your 2020 income and earnings on the 2022-2023 FAFSA.
Report your 2021 income and earnings on the 2023-2024 FAFSA.
The status of your financial aid award
View a list of documents we have received from you and a list of documents
still pending
You can download documents required from you
View the financial aid awarded to you
You may also access your financial aid information through our Financial
Aid Portal(NetPartner).
Access the Financial Aid Portal (NetPartner) Web ID, which can be found on
your Award Notice and/or Missing Information Letter.
The Web ID is not the same as the JCSU Student ID.
If you did not receive a Web ID or it needs to be reset, please email the
Office of Financial Aid.
FAFSA Checklist & Tips
1. Johnson C. Smith University’s Title IV School Code is 002936.
2. Income information must be submitted on the application, including parents
for Dependent students.
3. Report your income on the current FAFSA, for example:
4. Wait for a notification from the financial aid office based on the information
provided on the FAFSA.
5. Access your financial aid information through your student portal:
6. To access the Financial Aid Portal (NetPartner):
M E D I C A L A N D H O U S I N G
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UNIVERSITY
MEDICAL
Required Vaccines: Diphtheria, Tetanus, and/or Pertussis 1 Polio 2 Measles 3
Mumps 4 Rubella 5 Hepatitis B6
Student Health insurance information can be found at www.eiiastudent.org/jcsu
NC Immunization requirements North Carolina law requires all entering students
to submit proof of required immunizations to maintain enrollment. Exemptions
include the following: Students registered only for off campus courses, Students
only attending classes scheduled at 5:00 PM or later, Students enrolled in
weekend classes, Students taking a course load of four credit DAY hours or less
per semester. If a student lives in ON-CAMPUS Housing NONE of the
exemptions apply. If at any time a student previously exempted changes to on-
campus courses, a course load of more than four credit day hours, or becomes
an on-campus resident, required immunizations must be submitted at that time.
FOOTNOTE 1 – DTP (Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis), DTaP (Diphtheria,
Tetanus, acellular Pertussis), Td (Tetanus, Diphtheria), Tdap (Tetanus,
Diphtheria, Pertussis): 3 doses of tetanus/diphtheria toxoid of which one must
have been within the past 10 years. Those individuals enrolling in college or
university for the first time on or after July 1, 2008 must have had three doses of
tetanus/diphtheria toxoid and a booster dose of tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis
vaccine if a tetanus/diphtheria toxoid and tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis vaccine
has not been administered with the past 10 years.
FOOTNOTE 2 – An individual attending school who has attained his or her 18th
birthday is not required to receive polio vaccine.
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FOOTNOTE 3 – Measles vaccines are not required if any of the following
occur: Physician diagnosis of disease prior to January 1, 1994; an individual
who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective antibody
titer against measles and submits the lab report; or an individual born prior to
1957. An individual who enrolled in college or university for the first time before
July 1, 1994 is not required to have a second dose of measles vaccine.
FOOTNOTE 4 – Mumps vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: An
individual who has been documented by serological testing to have a protective
antibody titer against mumps and submits the lab report; An individual born prior
to 1957; or Enrolled in college or university for the first time before July 1, 1994.
An individual entering college or university prior to July 1, 2008 is not required to
receive a second dose of mumps vaccine.
FOOTNOTE 5 – Rubella vaccine is not required if any of the following occur: 50
years of age or older; Enrolled in college or university before February 1, 1989
and after their 30th birthday; an individual who has been documented by
serological testing to have a protective antibody titer against rubella and
submits the lab report.
FOOTNOTE 6 - Hepatitis B vaccine is not required if any of the following occur:
Born before July 1, 1994.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS and/or non-US Citizens: Vaccines are required
as noted above. Additionally, these students are required to have a TB skin test
administered with a negative result within the 12 months preceding the first day
of classes (chest x-ray required if test is positive).
M E D I C A L A N D H O U S I N G
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UNIVERSITY
HOUSING
Registration Fee: $150.00 before applying (for housing)
Submit your application online
Receive user identification number which allows access to the online
system
Deadline July 1
Choose residence
New Students: Sanders, Liston, Myers, and Greenfield Halls
Current Students: Mosaic Village, Duke, New Residence, Greenfield
Step 1 – Read and Review Online Application and Agreement
Step 2 – Submit Housing Application and Room Reservation Fee
Once submitted, the housing application becomes the housing contract,
(and cancellation process must be followed)
Housing will be assigned based on the order of submission.
If you are under the age of 18 at the time you submit your application, a
parent and/or guardian must sign the agreement, located in the last section
of this page.
Note specific documented needs or medical conditions in the special
accommodations section of the application.
If you miss the July 1 deadline you still may submit an application; however
students will be assigned based on availability.
Step 3 – Submit Application
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UNIVERSITY
Students may check their housing assignment online in the JCSU Web
portal - be sure to check the correct session
You may print a copy of the room assignment and move-in instructions
Assignments are made available online for new students in June-July and
for current students April-June
Students must arrive on-campus according to the date and time specified.
If you cannot move in during the designated date/time indicated, you must
contact the Office of Residence Life, otherwise, you may be considered a
no show, and your room will be canceled. If you decide for any reason you
will not be attending the University, you must contact the Office of
Residence Life for cancellation of housing.
On the day of check-in, please be prepared to complete all necessary
paperwork and receive your keys at your designated residence hall.
Step 4 - Room Assignments
Step 5 – Move-in
S T U D E N T I D A N D P A R K I N G
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UNIVERSITY
STUDENT ID
State driver's license
State-issued identification card
Military-issued identification card
Valid U.S. of foreign-issues passport (showing country of origin)
Permanent Resident Alien Card
Certificate of U.S. Naturalization
Students will need to show a valid photo ID in order to receive the JCSU ID-Card.
Locate designated areas during New and Transfer Student Orientation to pick up
your card. Please refer to your Orientation schedule for specific locations and
times.
Valid forms of ID include:
If the ID is lost, Students may get ID Cards printed at Perry Hall.
PARKING
Proof of insurance
Car registration
Driver's License
Receipt of Payment
No student shall park in any Faculty/Staff
parking lots between the hours of 8:00am-
5:00pm, Monday through Friday, unless
otherwise noted. This will be enforced 24
hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a
year.
Student Parking Areas:
Dixon Street
Greenfield
Gym Parking Lot
New Residence Hall
Mosaic Village
The following documents are needed in
addition to the Parking Registration Form for
a parking decal:
Student Fees for Vehicle Registration:
$60 Students (Undergraduate & Graduate)
$30 June-August (Summer Months Only)
$30 Evening and Online (Per Semester,
Included in Tuition)
$30 Secondary Decal
Replacement Decal: If you can bring the whole
part or part of the decal from the vehicle you
replace, there is NO CHARGE for the
replacement. If you are unable to, the cost is
$30
M A J O R S
JOHNSON C. SMITH
UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS
Interdisciplinary Studies
Criminology
Communication Arts
Dance
Music
Political Science
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Sport Management
Social Work
Business Administration
Public Health
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE,
TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING
AND MATHEMATICS (STEM)
Computer Engineering
Computer Science/Information
Systems
Information Systems Engineering
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Biology/Chemistry
(M) = Minor
(C) = Concentration
Curriculum Requirements for
admission to JCSU
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UNIVERSITY
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL
STUDIES
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
COLLEGE OF SCIENCE,
TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING
AND MATHEMATICS (STEM)
(M) = Minor
(C) = Concentration
Curriculum Requirements for
admission to JCSU
Global Studies
Philosophy
Ethics
Religion
English
Arabic
Chinese
French
Spanish
Criminology
History
Political Science
Cultural Studies
Africana Studies
Cyber-Intelligence and
Technology Minor
Pre-Law
Sociology
Communication Arts
Dance
Music
Sound Art
Animation
Fine Arts
Photography
Theatre
Public Leadership Studies
Entrepreneurial Studies
Business Administration
Public Health
Health Communication
Sport Management
Sports Coaching
Sports Medicine
Exercise and Sport Science
Fitness and Wellness Management
School Health
Physical Education
ESport and Gaming Management
Social Work
Computer Science
Computer Engineering
Bioinfomatics
Cyber Security
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Sustainability
Psychology
A R T I C U L A T I O N A G R E E M E N T S
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UNIVERSITY
CENTRAL PIEDMONT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Complete and inquiry form found on CPCC and JCSU websites
Student must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA in college coursework to be
admitted to JCSU
Must complete an eligible program of study in the semester immediately
preceding the desired term to enter JCSU
To remain eligible, students must enroll full-time at JCSU and remain in good
standing with CPCC
Students that remain eligible receive at least $8,000 to attend JCSU
GASTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Complete and inquiry form found on website
Student must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA in college coursework and complete
Associate's degree to be admitted to JCSU
Must complete an eligible program of study in the semester immediately
preceding the desired term to enter JCSU
To remain eligible, students must enroll full-time at JCSU and remain in good
standing with CPCC
Students that remain eligible receive at least $8,000 to attend JCSU
A R T I C U L A T I O N A G R E E M E N T S
JOHNSON C. SMITH
UNIVERSITY
NCICU/NCCCS (PSYCHOLOGY
ARTICULATION AGREEMENTS)
Pathways in psychology and sociology were mapped out by 13 community
colleges and one private two-year college.
Community College Partners: Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community
College, Blue Ridge Community College, Central Carolina Community College,
Central Piedmont Community College, Durham Technical Community College,
Forsyth Technical Community College, Guilford Technical Community College,
Isothermal Community College, Roanoke-Chowan Community College, Rowan-
Cabarrus Community College, South Piedmont Community College, Stanly
Community College, Wake Technical Community College, Wilson Community
College
NCICU Participants: Barton College: psychology, Brevard College: psychology,
Campbell University: psychology, Catawba College: psychology and sociology,
Chowan University: psychology, Gardner-Webb University: psychology, Guilford
College: psychology and sociology, Johnson C. Smith University: psychology,
Louisburg College (two-year): psychology & sociology, Mars Hill University:
psychology and sociology, Meredith College: psychology and sociology, Pfeiffer
University: psychology, Salem College: psychology and sociology, Shaw
University: psychology and sociology, William Peace University: psychology,
Wingate University: psychology
S T A Y C O N N E C T E D
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UNIVERSITY
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TRANSFER ADMISSIONS COUNSELOR
Brandon Harris
STUDENT AFFAIRS AND ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
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