College & University Credit
Credit may be granted for coursework completed at accredited colleges and universities. All transferable coursework with a grade of “D” or above may be accepted in transfer. Grades of “D,” however, will not be accepted for any course within a program of study that requires a grade of “C” or higher. A grade of “D” can be used to fulfill a prerequisite unless the prerequisite requires a grade of “C” or higher. The state of Maryland requires that a student earn a grade of "C" or higher in ENGL 101, English Composition.
Air Force Office Training Corps (AFROTC)
FCC is a crosstown partner with the Air Force ROTC unit at University of Maryland College Park. Air Force ROTC is a college program that allows students to earn their degree while training to become an Air Force officer. AFROTC offers challenges and benefits unique among student organizations and training programs on a college campus. Students receive invaluable leadership training, are involved in community events, and visit active-duty Air Force bases as part of the program.
Additionally, all course materials and uniform items needed for the AFROTC courses are provided at no cost, and students can compete for scholarships to help pay tuition. Most importantly, the program can lead to an exciting career in the U.S. Air Force. For more information, visit www.afrotc.umd.edu, send an email to afrotcdet330@umd.edu, or call the UMCP Campus at 301.314.3242 or contact Career and Academic Planning Services at 301.846.2471.
FCC recognizes the value of AFROTC courses. As a Crosstown Partner with the University of Maryland College Park’s AFROTC unit, FCC will transfer the following AFROTC courses and assign the equivalencies listed below.
| AFROTC Course | FCC Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARSC 059 (if taken as a single course) | Physical Education Elective (PHED ELECT) | 1 |
| ARSC 059 (if taken three times) | PHED 165 – Fitness for Living | 3 |
In addition, FCC will award credit for the following courses that do not have corresponding UMCP course numbers (see chart below).
| UMCP Course | FCC Courses | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARSC 100 | General Elective Credit | 1 |
| ARSC 101 | General Elective Credit | 1 |
| ARSC 200 | General Elective Credit | 1 |
| ARSC 201 | General Elective Credit | 1 |
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Courses
FCC evaluates and grants academic credit for eligible FEMA Independent Study (IS) courses. Courses developed by FEMA are available to be completed online for Continuing Education units (CEUs). Upon successful completion of a course, students can convert their CEUs to academic credit at a cost of $90 per credit hour (subject to change).
Students wishing to pursue a Letter of Recognition, Certificate, or A.A.S. in Emergency Management from Frederick Community College are required to complete several online courses through FCC, in addition to completing and converting their FEMA coursework to college credit. These online FCC courses are instructor-led experiences designed to validate student knowledge, earn letter grades, and acquire a GPA. Online FCC courses in this program occur during five-week periods, according to the academic calendar. See the FCC website at frederick.edu/fema for more information. Also, see the Emergency Management academic program offerings).
Maryland State Department of Education
Frederick Community College and the Maryland State Department of Education have an articulation agreement that awards college credit for course EMGT 101 Disaster, Crisis, and Emergency Management to Maryland Public High School students who successfully complete the CTE program in Homeland Security & Emergency Preparedness. Additional credit may be awarded depending on which program pathway(s) a student has completed. Students must submit an official high school transcript and a letter from their high school that verifies program completion to the Registration and Records Office. Additional information is available from FCC Registration & Records or the student’s high school guidance office.
High School Articulation Agreements
FCC/FCPS Agreement
Frederick Community College and 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 agreement active the year they graduate from high school. The FCPS student must initiate the request for credit within two years of their graduation from high school. Students must submit an official high school transcript. Additional information is available from FCC Registration & Records or from Frederick County high school counseling offices.
FCC/CCPS Agreement
Frederick Community College and Carroll County Public Schools have an articulation agreement that awards college credit for selected Carroll County Public Schools coursework. To receive credit for these courses, students must have earned a specific grade as designated in the agreement active the year they graduate from high school. The CCPS student must initiate the request for credit within two years of their graduation from high school. Students must submit an official high school transcript. Additional information is available from the FCC Registration and Records Office or from Carroll County high school guidance offices.
FCC/WCPS Agreement
Frederick Community College and Washington County Public Schools have an articulation agreement that awards college credit for selected Washington County Public Schools coursework. To receive credit for these courses, students must have earned a specific grade as designated in the agreement. The WCPS student must initiate the request for credit within two years of their graduation from high school. Students must submit an official high school transcript. Additional information is available from the FCC Registration & Records Office or from Washington County high school guidance offices.