Academic Policies & Requirements

Academic Freedom

It is the policy of Mt. San Antonio College to maintain and encourage freedom for its faculty, within the law, of inquiry, teaching and research, and the pursuit of knowledge. In the exercise of this right, the professor may discuss his/her subject or area of competence in the classroom, as well as other relevant matters, including controversial materials, so long as he/she distinguishes between personal opinions and what is contemporarily regarded as factual information by leading academicians in the discipline being discussed. 

The professor shall use no material in any teaching assignment nor make any speech in order to incite students or others to unlawful acts or to create a clear and present danger to the students and/or the College and/or the community. Professors may not use the classroom to promote a particular religious belief. (BP 4030, AP 4030)

Academic Standards

Probation and Dismissal

There are two forms of probation: Academic Probation and Progress Probation.

Column 1 Column 2
Academic Probation A student is placed on Academic Probation when the student has attempted at least 12 units and earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) below 2.00
Progress Probation A student is placed on Progress Probation when the student has enrolled in a total of at least 12 units, and the cumulative percentage of all units in which the student has enrolled for which entries of "W", "I", and "NP" are recorded, reaches or exceeds fifty percent

Upon recording of Academic or Progress Probation, a student shall have their registration restricted, be required to participate in a prescribed counseling intervention and be limited to enroll in a maximum of 12 units in subsequent semesters, and 4 units in a winter or summer intersession, while on probation. (BP 4250, AP 4250)

Clearing Probation

Column 1 Column 2
Academic Probation The student shall be cleared from Academic Probation when the student's cumulative grade point average is 2.0 or higher
Progress Probation The student shall be cleared from Progress Probation when the student's cumulative percentage of units with "W", "I" and "NP" drops below fifty percent (BP 4250)

Probation and Dismissal Status

  1. Probation
    1. Academic Probation - occurs at the end of that first semester in which the student has attempted at least 12 units and has earned a cumulative grade point average below 2.0, or
    2. Progress Probation - occurs at the end of that first semester in which the student has attempted at least 12 units and the cumulative percentage of all units in which the student has enrolled for which entries of “W”, “I” and “NP” are recorded reaches or exceeds fifty percent.
  2. Continued Probation
    1. Continued Academic Probation - occurs when the student in a second consecutive semester continues to have a cumulative grade point average below 2.0, or
    2. Continued Progress Probation - occurs when the student in a second consecutive semester continues to have a cumulative percentage of all units enrolled recorded as “W”, “I” and “NP” at fifty percent or higher.
  3. Dismissal occurs after three consecutive semesters of Academic or Progress Probation. The student shall be dismissed for at least two semesters. If the student has enrolled in the subsequent semester or intersession before the Dismissal status has been determined through the posting of the previous semester’s grades, the student shall be dropped from all classes.

For the purposes of this section, semesters shall be considered consecutive on the basis of the student’s enrollment, so long as the break in the student’s enrollment does not equal two primary semesters or more.

Appeal of Dismissal

A student who is subject to dismissal may request an appeal of dismissal through the Counseling Center by the stated deadline prior to the beginning of the following semester. If approved, the student shall be required to participate in a prescribed counseling intervention and complete a contract, which shall include the number of units in which the student shall enroll. If the student chooses not to make the request, or the request is denied, the student shall be dismissed for two consecutive semesters. Students will be dismissed for a minimum of one year.

Reinstatement after Dismissal

A dismissed student may request reinstatement through the Counseling Center after an interval of two semesters. Requests must be made no later than two weeks before the beginning of the Fall or Spring semesters only. Requests for reinstatement will not be allowed after the above stated deadline or for Winter and Summer intersessions. If approved, the reinstated student shall be required to participate in a prescribed counseling intervention and complete a contract for reinstatement, which shall include the number of units in which the student shall enroll.

A reinstated student shall remain on a probationary, reinstated status until clearance of probation and must see a counselor with an academic progress report for unit clearance prior to every registration period. A reinstated student shall also remain on contract until clearance of probation. Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the contract may result in subsequent dismissal. (BP 4250, AP 4255)

 

Attendance

Students are expected to attend all class meetings. It is the students’ responsibility to know the attendance and absence policies of their professors.

Professors may take attendance at all class meetings. It is the responsibility of each professor to inform their classes of the attendance and absence policies at the beginning of each term.

It is the student’s responsibility to officially drop a class whenever he or she determines that he or she can no longer attend the class. Failure to officially drop a class may result in a failing grade and/or a financial obligation to the college.

Professors may drop students from their class rolls through the last day of the tenth week of instruction of a regular semester for excessive absence as defined by the professor or at an earlier date for intersession or short-term classes.

Students on college-authorized field trips will not be penalized for absences incurred in other classes during the field trips (AP 4300).

Auditing Courses

Students may not audit courses at Mt. San Antonio College. All students must be officially enrolled in a course in order to attend that course.

Student Unit Limits

Students may enroll in a maximum of 18 units each semester and up to seven units each summer and winter intersession. Students who have completed a minimum of 15 college units in a given semester with a grade point average of at least 3.0 and have a minimum cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 may petition for permission to enroll in units above the maximum.

Students are required to see a counselor as part of the petition process. Petitions are available in the Counseling Center, located on the upper level of the Student Services Center. 

100 Unit Appeal

Effective Summer 2014, new state regulations impact the registration date of students who have earned more than 100 degree applicable units at Mt. SAC. Students who have already surpassed or will have earned 100 or more Mt. SAC degree applicable units when registration begins for any term will be assigned a later registration date.

Students who have completed 100 or more Mt. SAC degree applicable units may file an appeal with the Counseling Center to keep their original registration date for the following term. The 100 Unit Appeal form can be downloaded from the Counseling website, Counseling Center Forms. There is a deadline for submitting  the appeal for every term. The deadline date is noted on the appeal form. Forms are also available at the Counseling Center, located on the upper level of the Student Services Center (Building 9B).

Students who wish to appeal have to schedule an appointment with a counselor to create a Mountie Educational Plan (MAP) which must be included with the appeal, and to clarify other requirements. Appointments can be scheduled online through the Counseling website, in person, or by calling (909) 274-4380.

Basic Skills Limitations

Students are limited to completing no more than 30 units of courses identified as “Pre-collegiate Basic Skills” while enrolled at Mt. SAC. Courses in this category include pre-collegiate basic skills courses in Math, English, Reading, and Learning Skills. Students enrolled in the American Language program and students with learning disabilities are exempted from this policy. Waivers to exceed the 30 unit limit are available to students who show significant progress and will be limited to a specified period of time and/or number of units. Students requesting this waiver must submit a Petition for Exceptional Action to the Board of Appeals. Petitions are available in the Counseling Center and in Admissions & Records. Students who reach 30 units of pre-collegiate basic skills courses and who are not ready to pursue degree applicable courses are subject to remedial dismissal. (BP 4220, AP 4222)

Petitions for Exceptional Action

Student Petitions for Exceptional Action forms are available from the Admissions and Records Office in the Student Services Center. Students may complete these forms and submit them to Admissions and Records. Subsequent action on a petition will be taken either by the appropriate administrator or the Board of Appeals.

Definitions

Primary Term: A primary term is either the Fall or Spring semester. In contrast, both Winter and Summer intersessions are not considered to be primary terms.

Continuing Student:

  • A continuing student is one who enrolls in at least one credit course and receives a grade (including a W) in any term during the academic year.
  • A continuing student retains rights to follow graduation and/or certificate requirements for the year they entered or any catalog thereafter, as long as the student maintains in continuous enrollment.
 
 

Catalog Rights

  • A student may use that initial catalog year or any subsequent catalog until the student petitions for graduation, if the student has remained in continuous attendance.
  • Continuous attendance is enrollment and attendance in any credit course (past the census date) during the last academic year.
  • In order to maintain catalog rights at Mt. SAC, based on the initial term of enrollment, a student may:
  • Attend another regionally accredited post-secondary institution.
  • Maintain “continuous attendance” at a regionally accredited post-secondary institution while away from Mt. SAC.
  • A student who meets the requirements noted above but who has not been enrolled in any course at Mt. San Antonio College at the time of the class census date during any session of the previous two years, may not use requirements more than two academic years prior to the current requirements, except as required by law.
 
 
 
 

Dropping Courses and Withdrawing from the College

It is the students’ responsibility to drop or withdraw from courses they no longer attend. Students should check their schedule/receipt, available on the “My Mt SAC” portal Link #11 for information regarding key dates. Dates vary and are often course specific. Failure to drop may result in a failing grade and/or fees owed. 

Full 16-week courses

For 16 week courses, students who drop a class, withdraw from the college, or are dropped from a class by the professor by the Sunday at the end of the second week of classes will not receive any mark or notation on their permanent academic record.

Students who drop a class, withdraw from the college, or are dropped by the professor beginning Monday of the third week of a 16 week class will receive a mark of “W” (Withdrawal) on their permanent record.

Professors may not drop students from a class and students may not drop themselves from any class or withdraw from the college after 60% of the class has elapsed. All students who are registered for a class after 60% of the class has elapsed shall receive an academic grade (A, B, C, D, F, P, NP) or an Incomplete mark for the class.

A “W” Withdrawal mark shall not be assigned to any student enrolled after the last day to drop a class except in the case of an approved petition due to extenuating circumstances. A “W” Withdrawal remains a permanent part of a student’s academic record.

Intersessions and other short term classes

For short term classes, students who drop a class, withdraw from college or are dropped from a class by the professor prior to the conclusion of the first 20% of the class will not receive any mark or notation on their permanent record.

Students who drop a class, withdraw from the college, or are dropped by the professor after 20% of the class has elapsed will receive a mark of “W” (Withdrawal) on their permanent record.

Professors may not drop students from a class and students may not drop themselves from any class or withdraw from the college after 60% of the class has elapsed. All students who are registered for a class after 60% of the class has elapsed shall receive an academic grade (A, B, C, D, F, P, NP) or an Incomplete mark for the class.

A “W” Withdrawal mark shall not be assigned to any student enrolled after the last day to drop a class except in the case of an approved petition due to extenuating circumstances. A “W” Withdrawal remains a permanent part of a student’s academic record.

Repeatable Courses

Certain courses may be taken more than once for credit if the course is designated as repeatable. The course may be repeated for the number of times allowable. The following types of courses may be repeatable:

  1. Courses for which repetition is necessary to meet the major requirements of CSU or UC for completion of a Bachelor’s degree.
  2. Intercollegiate athletics courses in which student athletes are enrolled to participate in an organized competitive sport.
  3. Intercollegiate academic or vocational competition courses that are designed specifically for non-athletic competitive events. Enrollment in a course or series of courses related in content is limited to four times, whether or not a passing grade is earned.

There may be financial aid implications for students who are recipients of Title IV and/or state funding. Federal and state law limits financial aid funding to two enrollments in a course, unless multiple enrollment of the same course is stipulated as required for academic program completion. Please seek guidance from the Financial Aid office for further clarification. 

Families of Courses

The college has grouped Families of Courses that are closely related active participatory courses in physical education, visual arts, or performing arts. Within any given course family, students are only permitted four experiences while attending Mt. San Antonio College. An experience is defined as enrolling in a course and receiving any letter grade (including D, F, NP or W). A Family of Courses may consist of more than four courses, but students are limited to enrolling in a maximum of four courses in any family. All grades, including W, will count toward the enrollment limitation of four courses.

Students can repeat courses that are included in Families of Courses in which a grade of NP, D, or F was earned or a W was assigned. However, all enrollments count toward the four enrollment maximum for each family of courses. Once a student has received four experiences in a given family, they will not be permitted to enroll in any other class within that family, even to alleviate a sub-standard grade. 

These Families of Courses are listed below in the disciplines in which they apply.

Dance Families

Course Prefix Course Name Units
Ballet
DNCE 1Ballet Fundamentals0.5-2
DNCE 2ABallet I0.5-1
DNCE 2BBallet II0.5-1
DNCE 31Classical Dance0.5-2
Modern Dance
DNCE 10Modern Fundamentals0.5-1
DNCE 12AModern I0.5-1
DNCE 12BModern II0.5-1
DNCE 30Contemporary Dance0.5-1
Jazz Dance
DNCE 14AJazz I0.5-1
DNCE 14BJazz II0.5-1
DNCE 17Jazz Fundamentals0.5-2
Tap and Musical Theater
DNCE 18ATap I0.5-1
DNCE 18BTap II0.5-1
DNCE 28Theater Dance I0.5-1
DNCE 29Theater Dance II0.5-1
Social Dance
DNCE 8Latin Dance I0.5-1
DNCE 11ASocial Dance Forms I0.5-1
DNCE 11BSocial Dance Forms II0.5-1
Performance Technique
DNCE 3Ballet Performance0.5-1
DNCE 13Modern Performance0.5-1
DNCE 15Jazz Performance0.5-1
DNCE 19Tap Performance0.5-1
Choreography and Career
DNCE 4Choreography0.5-2
DNCE 33Improvisation0.5-1
DNCE 34Dance Directives0.5-1
Stage Performance
DNCE 22Dance Rehearsal0.5-1
DNCE 24Dance Production1-2
Pilates
DNCE 39Pilates Fundamentals0.5-1
DNCE 41Pilates I0.5-1
DNCE 42Pilates II0.5-1
DNCE 43Pilates III0.5-1
Dance Conditioning
DNCE 32Commercial Dance0.5-1
DNCE 36Commercial Dance II0.5-1
DNCE 40Conditioning Through Dance0.5-1

Fine Arts Families 

Course Prefix Course Name Units
Foundational Courses
ARTD 20Design: Two-Dimensional3
ARTS 22Design: Three-Dimensional3
ARTS 33Ceramics: Hand Construction3
Color Concepts
ARTD 15BDrawing: Intermediate3
ARTD 21Design: Color and Composition3
ARTD 25ABeginning Painting I3
ARTD 27Painting: Watercolor3
Drawing
ANIM 104Drawing Fundamentals3
ARTD 15ADrawing: Beginning3
ARTD 16Drawing: Perspective3
ARTD 43AIntroduction to Printmaking3
Gesture
ANIM 101ADrawing - Gesture and Figure3
ANIM 101BFigure Gesture - Design3
ANIM 101CFigure Gesture Expressive Design3
ANIM 107Figure in Motion3
Anatomical Study
ARTD 17ADrawing: Life3
ARTD 17BDrawing: Life-Intermediate3
ARTD 19AFigure Painting3
ARTD 23BDrawing: Intermediate Heads and Hands3
Figure Concepts
ARTD 23ADrawing: Heads and Hands3
Painting
ARTD 25BBeginning Painting II3
ARTD 26AIntermediate Painting I3
ARTD 26BIntermediate Painting II3
Ceramics
ARTS 30ACeramics: Beginning I3
ARTS 30BCeramics: Beginning II3
ARTS 31Ceramics: Intermediate Studio2
Sculpture
ARTS 40ASculpture: Beginning3
ARTS 40BSculpture: Intermediate3
ARTS 40CSculpture: Carving3
ARTS 41ASculpture: Life3
Molding
ARTS 41BSculpture: Intermediate Life3
ARTS 42Sculpture: Mold Making3
ARTS 46ASculpture: Special Effects Makeup3
ARTS 46BSculpture: Special Effects Makeup3
Planography
ARTD 44APrintmaking: Introduction to Lithography I3
ARTD 45APrintmaking: Introduction to Screenprinting3
ARTD 45BPrintmaking: Intermediate Screenprinting3
Intaglio Printmaking
ARTD 43BIntermediate Printmaking in Intaglio and Relief3
ARTD 46APrintmaking: Introduction to Monotype3
ARTD 47APrintmaking: Photo and Alternative Processes3
Art Survey and Exhibition
ARTB 14Basic Studio Arts3
ARTG 20Art, Artists, and Society3
ARTG 21AIntroduction to Exhibition Production3
ARTG 21BIntermediate Exhibition Production3

 Kinesiology Families

Course Prefix Course Name Units
Aquatics
KINA 8ASwimming - Beginning0.5-1
KINA 8BSwimming - Intermediate0.5-1
KINA 8CSwimming - Advanced0.5-1
KINA 14Water Polo0.5-1
KINA 20Aquatic Fitness0.5-1
Cardiorespiratory and Body Composition
KINF 4Cardiovascular Conditioning0.5-1
KINF 34ACardiorespiratory Training Beginning0.5-2
KINF 34BCardiorespiratory Training Intermediate0.5-2
KINF 38AAerobics - Beginning0.5-1
KINF 38BAerobics - Intermediate0.5-1
Combatives
KINI 25Mixed Martial Arts0.5-1
KINI 27AJeet Kune Do - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 27BJeet Kune Do - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 29Self Defense and Martial Arts0.5-1
KINI 30AFilipino Martial Arts - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 30BFilipino Martial Arts - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 31AJiujitsu - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 31BJiujitsu - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 33AKickboxing Beginning0.5-1
KINI 33BKickboxing Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 34Women's Self Defense0.5-1
Muscular Strength and Endurance
KINF 10AWeight Training - Beginning0.5-2
KINF 10BWeight Training - Intermediate0.5-2
KINF 19Strength Training0.5-2
KINF 25Core Performance and Foundation Movement1-2
KINF 36ACircuit Training Beginning0.5-2
KINF 36BCircuit Training Intermediate0.5-2
Individual Sports
KINI 4ABadminton - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 4BBadminton - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 4CBadminton - Advanced0.5-1
KINI 18AGolf - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 18BGolf - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 18CGolf - Advanced0.5-1
KINI 40ATennis - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 40BTennis - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 40CTennis - Advanced0.5-1
Flexibility and Balance
KINI 37ATai Chi Chuan - Beginning0.5-1
KINI 37BTai Chi Chuan - Intermediate0.5-1
KINI 37CTai Chi Chuan - Advanced0.5-1
KINI 50AYoga0.5-1
Team Sports
KINS 2ABasketball Beginning0.5-1
KINS 2BBasketball Intermediate0.5-1
KINS 10ABeginning Soccer0.5-1
KINS 10BSoccer Intermediate0.5-1
KINS 16ACo-Ed Slow Pitch Softball0.5-1
KINS 24AVolleyball - Beginning0.5-1
KINS 24BVolleyball - Intermediate0.5-1
KINS 24CVolleyball - Advanced0.5-1
Fire Technology/Administration of Justice
KINF 51AAgility Test Preparation Law and Fire - Beginning1
KINF 51BAgility Test Preparation Law and Fire - Intermediate1
KINF 52AFitness and Conditioning for Law and Fire - Beginning1
KINF 52BFitness and Conditioning for Law and Fire - Intermediate1
KINF 53Physical Training for the Basic Fire Academy2.5

Music Families

Course Prefix Course Name Units
Class Piano
Intended for students with emphasis on learning basic piano skills and piano literature.
MUS 17BIntermediate Piano1
MUS 18Advanced Piano1
MUS 170Piano I1
Keyboard Skills
Intended for music majors with emphasis on developing keyboard skills for the music educator.
MUS 171Piano II1
MUS 172Piano III1
Class Vocal Study
Intended for all students.
MUS 20AElementary Voice1
MUS 20BIntermediate Voice1
MUS 21Advanced Voice1
Class Guitar
Intended for all students
MUS 23AElementary Guitar1
MUS 23BIntermediate Guitar1
MUS 24Advanced Guitar1
Techniques
For the development of technical skills
MUS 25AJazz Improvisation1
MUS 25BAdvanced Jazz Improvisation1

Academic Honors

  • President’s List - The President’s List is an honors list comprised of those students who have achieved a 3.50 or better grade point average in a minimum of twelve (12) letter-graded Associate Degree applicable units per semester at Mt. San Antonio College.
  • Dean’s List - The Dean’s List is an honors list comprised of those students who have achieved between a 3.0 to 3.49 grade point average in a minimum of twelve (12) letter-graded Associate Degree applicable units per semester at Mt. San Antonio College.

Graduation Honors

  • Academic Distinction - The “Academic Distinction Honor” designation is placed on the transcript and degree of the graduate who has achieved an overall grade point average (GPA) of 4.00.
  • Scholastic Honor - The “Scholastic Honor” designation is placed on the transcript of the graduate who has achieved an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.90 through 3.99.
  • With Honors - The “With Honors” designation is placed on the transcripts and degree of the graduate who has achieved an overall grade point average (GPA) of 3.75 through 3.89.

Honors Program

Building 26A-1680, (909) 274-4665

Mt. San Antonio College offers an Honors Program for students who have demonstrated academic excellence. Honors courses are specially designed sections of transferable courses and, with a few exceptions, are part of the IGETC requirement list.

Completion of the Honors Program makes a student eligible for priority admission consideration from many universities and/or their honors programs. In addition to an enhanced curriculum for motivated students, Honors Program students receive library privileges at UC Irvine and UCLA and an Honors Certificate upon completion of honors certification.

Entrance Requirements

  • High School Students — Eligibility for ENGL 1A; 3.2 unweighted GPA; letter of recommendation; short essay
  • College Students — Nine transferable units; Eligibility for ENGL 1A; 3.2 transferable GPA, short essay, letter of recommendation (may be waived if transferable GPA is 3.5 or higher)
Requirements for “Honors Scholar” Designation
  • Completion of 15 units of honors courses with a minimum 3.2 transferable GPA in those courses
  • Overall 3.2 transferable GPA

Alpha Gamma Sigma

Mt. San Antonio College sponsors the Zeta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Sigma, the scholastic honorary organization for California Community Colleges. Full-time and part-time students are eligible for membership. Membership requires campus and community involvement (service hours).

There are three categories of membership eligibility. Only degree appropriate courses/units (those that grant credit for an Associate or Bachelor’s degree) may be used to establish eligibility for membership (Exception: Temporary Membership).

  1. Temporary: (First college semester only) Must hold a California Scholastic Federation (CSF) Life Membership OR be a high school graduate with a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher. This membership is intended as an introduction to Alpha Gamma Sigma and is not to be considered as an initial membership.
  2. Initial: (First time membership) Must have completed 12 degree appropriate units in a maximum of three (3) semesters with a degree appropriate cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.
  3. Continuing: (Previous membership) Must have achieved for the previous semester a degree appropriate grade point average of 3.0 or higher OR have maintained a degree appropriate cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

Permanent membership in Alpha Gamma Sigma is an honorary lifetime AGS title for students who have completed 60 degree appropriate units; a minimum of 30 of the total 60 units must have been completed at Mt. SAC. A permanent membership application must be submitted by the graduation petition deadline. To apply, students must: a) have a cumulative G.P.A of 3.25 or higher for 60 completed degree appropriate units and b) complete a minimum of two semesters as an active or inactive member. Only permanent members receive recognition at graduation. Scholarships provided by the Zeta Chapter and the State Alpha Gamma Sigma Organization are available to actively involved members. Some baccalaureate granting institutions provide scholarships limited to Alpha Gamma Sigma members. For further information and review of academic eligibility and applications, students should consult an Alpha Gamma Sigma Officer or an Alpha Gamma Sigma Adviser. Contact information can be found here: https://agszetamtsac.weebly.com/

Phi Theta Kappa

Mt. SAC sponsors the Alpha Omega Alpha Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, an international honor society for two-year colleges. To be eligible for membership, students must have completed a minimum of 12 transferable units with a 3.4 GPA.

Several advantages accompany this honor including recognition at graduation and access to scholarships offered to members by hundreds of U.S. colleges and universities. For further information and an application for membership, students should consult the Honors Program in Building 26A, Room 1680 as well as Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. 

Definition of Educational Records

Educational records consist of those files maintained by the following offices: Admissions and Records, Counseling, Assessment, Financial Aid, Student Life, and those files maintained for individual students by departments.

Challenge of Educational Records

  1. Any student may file a written request with the Records Officer of the District (Dean, Enrollment Management) to remove information recorded in the student’s records which is alleged to be: 1) inaccurate; 2) an unsubstantiated personal conclusion or inference; 3) a conclusion or inference outside of the observer’s area of competence; or 4) not based on the personal observation of the named person with the time and place of the observation of the named person noted.
  2. If the student is not satisfied with the determination made by the Dean, Enrollment Management, the student may utilize the existing college student grievance process. (AP 5045)

Academic Renewal

The Academic Renewal Policy is provided for students in specific circumstances where previously recorded substandard academic performance is not reflective of the student’s present demonstrated ability. Academic renewal applies only to substandard coursework completed at Mt. SAC. Students with substandard coursework at other colleges or universities need to contact those institutions to see if they are eligible for academic renewal under the provisions of academic renewal of said institution.

  1. A maximum of twenty-four units may be alleviated.
  2. Since completion of the work to be disregarded, the student’s cumulative grade point average for all units completed at the time of adjustment must be at least 3.0 for 18 semester units, 2.5 for 24 semester units, or 2.0 for 30 units. The cumulative grade point average may include coursework completed at Mt. San Antonio College and other accredited colleges or universities. Courses used to qualify for Academic Renewal which were completed at another college or university must be verified by official college transcripts.
  3. A time period of at least two years must have elapsed since the end of the term of substandard work to be disregarded.
  4. Academic renewal will apply only to substandard grades: D, F, and NP.
  5. The permanent academic record shall be annotated in such a manner that all work remains legible, insuring a true and complete academic history.
  6. Mt. San Antonio College does not guarantee that academic renewal will be honored by institutions outside of the District. This determination will be made by the transfer institution.
  7. Students requesting academic renewal should meet with a counselor to file a petition. (BP 4240, AP 4240)

Transcripts

Official transcripts of work completed at Mt. San Antonio College may be ordered online through MyPortal student portal. The first two requests for transcripts are free; subsequent standard transcript requests are $5.00 each. Unofficial/student copies of transcripts may be obtained at MyPortal (AP 5040)

Further information regarding transcript services is available at Records and Graduation

Definition of a Unit of Credit

The standard “unit” represents one hour in class recitation and two hours of outside preparation per week or its equivalent for one semester. By this definition, “unit” is synonymous with “semester lecture hour.” In laboratory work and certain activity courses such as kinesiology, choir, drafting, etc., a greater number of in class hours per week is required for each unit of credit. During summer and winter intersessions, one unit of credit represents three hours of lecture per week.

Classification of Students

Students at Mt. San Antonio College are classified as follows:

Classification of Students Definition
Full-time enrolled in 12 or more units in a fall or spring semester, or 4 or more units during a six-week summer or winter intersession
Part-time enrolled in less than 12 units during the fall or spring semester or less than 4 units during a six-week summer or winter intersession
Freshman a student who has completed less than 30 units of credit
Sophomore a student who has completed 30 units of credit or more

Grading System

Scholastic grades showing the academic achievement of students are issued at the end of each term. Any student enrolled as of the first day of the fourth week in a full semester course for any term shall receive one of the designated grading scale marks on his/her permanent records.

Grading Scale

Evaluative Symbol Definition Grade Point Value
A Excellent 4
B Good 3
C Satisfactory 2
D Passing (less than satisfactory) 1
F Failing 0
Pass Passing (at least equivalent to a "C" grade. Units awarded are not counted in determining the student's grade point average.)
NP Not Passing (Equivalent to a "D" or "F" grade. No units awarded, and units are not counted in determining grade point average. No-Credit grades will be considered in probation and dismissal procedures.)

Incomplete

A student may request an Incomplete or the professor may initiate the petition on behalf of the student who is currently passing the class under the following circumstances: verifiable illness or emergency or verifiable work conflict. Incompletes may only be issued for requirements missed commencing the fourteenth (14) week of a regular semester class or after 85% of a short-term or summer or winter intersession class. Re-enrollment in the same course for purposes of making up the Incomplete is prohibited. The petition is subject to the approval of the professor. If granted, the student must complete all outstanding course requirements stipulated by the professor within one year, or the Incomplete will become a letter grade assigned by the professor.

Grading System Definition
IP - In Progress The “IP” symbol shall be used to denote that the class extends beyond the normal end of an academic term. It indicates that work is “in progress,” but that assignment of a substantive grade must await its completion. The “IP” symbol shall remain on the student’s permanent record in order to satisfy enrollment documentation. The appropriate evaluative grade and unit credit shall be assigned and appear on the student’s record for the term in which the course is completed.
RD - Report Delayed The “RD” symbol may be assigned only by the Admissions and Records Office. It is to be used when there is a delay in reporting the grade of a student due to circumstances beyond the control of the student. It is a temporary notation to be replaced by a permanent symbol as soon as possible. “RD” shall not be used in calculating grade point averages.
W - Withdrawal Withdrawal from a class or classes shall be authorized through the last day of the 10th week of instruction of a regular semester-length class. No notation (“W” or other) shall be made on the academic record of the student who withdraws during the first three weeks of a regular semester-length class. Withdrawal between the first day of the 4th week and the last day of the 10th week of instruction shall be recorded as a “W” on the student’s record. The “W” shall not be used in calculating grade point averages, but excessive “W’s” shall be used as factors in probation and dismissal procedures. Withdrawal from short term classes of less than regular semester length, but greater than six weeks, is authorized for a period of time through 60% of the course, and a mark of “W” shall be made on the student’s academic record. No notation shall be made on the academic record of a student who withdraws from a short term class of less than regular semester length, but greater than six weeks, provided the student withdraws no later than the end of the first 20% of the course.
MW - Military Withdrawal The “MW,” military withdrawal, mark shall be assigned only for students who are members of an active or reserve military unit, and who receive orders compelling a withdrawal from courses. Upon verification of such order, this symbol may be assigned at any time after the period established by the governing board during which no notation is made for withdrawals. The “MW” shall not be counted in determining registration priority, progress probation, and dismissal calculations. A “W” previously incurred commencing January 1, 1990, and which meets the definition of “MW” may be changed to “MW” (AP 5013). A student may petition for the MW by submitting a Petition for Exceptional Action along with documentation to the Admissions and Records Office.
EW - Excused Withdrawal The “EW,” excused withdrawal (effective Fall 2018) , mark shall be assigned only when a student is permitted to withdraw form a course(s) due to specific events beyond the control of the student affecting his or her ability to complete a course(s) and may include a job transfer outside the geographical region, an illness in the family where the student is the primary caregiver, when the student is incarcerated in a California State Prison or county jail, when the student is the subject of an immigration action, or other extenuating circumstances. Upon verification of these conditions and consistent with the district’s required documentation substantiating the condition, an excused withdrawal symbol may be assigned at any time after the period established by the governing board during which no notation is made for withdrawals. The “EW” shall not be counted in progress probation and dismissal calculations or toward the number of permitted withdrawals or counted as an enrollment attempt. A student may petition for the EW by submitting a Petition for Exceptional Action along with documentation to the Admissions and Records Office.

Final Examinations

A final examination shall be administered in all classes in compliance with the Final Exam Schedule prepared each term. If a student is unable to attend a scheduled final examination, he/she must contact his/her instructor to make other arrangements. A student who does not take a final examination and who does not qualify for an “Incomplete” (see Grading System-Incomplete), shall be assigned the grade “F” or “Zero” for the examination, and this grade shall be averaged in determining the final course grade.

Pass/No Pass Grades

The Pass or No Pass (P or NP) grading option was designed to encourage students to explore subject areas of interest outside of their major areas of competence or known abilities without being overly concerned with a grade or with jeopardizing their grade point average and to afford an opportunity for departments to offer courses in which there is a diminished emphasis on grades.

Courses may be offered for Pass or No Pass in either of the following categories and will be specified in the catalog and schedule of classes:

  • Pass/No Pass Only Grade

       Courses wherein all students are evaluated on a Pass or No Pass basis only.

  • Option of Letter Grade or Pass/ No Pass Grade

       Courses in which each student has the option to individually elect Pass or No Pass or letter grade.

In courses offering the grading option, students are automatically registered on a letter grade basis at the time of registration.  If a change is desired, the student can make the change on their student portal within the first 20% of the course or in person with a picture ID at the Admissions and Records Office located in the Student Services Center (Bldg 9B) within the first 30% of the course.  The grading option is not reversible after the deadline to request a grade change has passed.  

The student is held responsible for all assignments and examinations required in the course. The standards of evaluation are identical for all students in the course.  A grade of “P” is earned for coursework equal to a grade of “C” or better. A grade of “NP” is earned for coursework equal to a grade of “D” or “F”. Neither “P” nor “NP” grades are used in computation of grade point average; however, P or NP units will appear on the transcript of record. 

Students are advised that four-year institutions may limit the number of units acceptable for transfer completed with a P or NP notation.  Students should investigate the policies of the institutions to which they may wish to transfer to determine the acceptability of P (Pass) grades in courses in the student’s major.  Before selecting the pass or no pass option, students should consult with a counselor.

Historical View of Temporary Changes to Academic Marks due to COVID-19

Column 1 Column 2
Spring 2020 Term (EW, P/NP) Implementation was mid-semester, just prior to the start of the 2nd 8 week of instruction after the college had shifted to 100% online/virtual instruction and services. Some students had already dropped without a “W”. The remaining students who had dropped with a “W” were changed to “EW”s. Refunds were made for EWs and drops with a “W” as well as Spring parking.
Summer 2020 (EW) EW withdrawal option was made available. Refunds for EWs were processed.
Fall 2020 (EW, P/NP) EW with refunds was implemented (same as Spring 2020). Refunds of Spring parking continued through Fall. However, only classes approved for the P/NP option were eligible for Fall 2020. New option of changing “F” grades to “NP” to be implemented after grades are submitted only for classes that allow the P/NP option.
Winter 2021 (EW, P/NP) EW with refunds was implemented (same as Spring 2020). Refunds of Spring parking continued through Fall. However, only classes approved for the P/NP option were eligible for Fall 2020. New option of changing “F” grades to “NP” to be implemented after grades are submitted only for classes that allow the P/NP option.
Spring 2021 EW with refunds was implemented (same as Spring 2020). Refunds of Spring parking continued through Fall. However, only classes approved for the P/NP option were eligible for Fall 2020. New option of changing “F” grades to “NP” to be implemented after grades are submitted only for classes that allow the P/NP option.

Credit for Extra Institutional Learning

Philosophical Basis

This policy of granting credit for extra-institutional learning is provided for students under special conditions in recognition of learning that has been attained outside the sponsorship of legally authorized and accredited post-secondary institutions. (AP 4285)

General Policy Statement

Credit for extra-institutional learning will be awarded to those students who have attained competency of subject matter through experiences outside of the sponsorship of legally authorized and accredited post-secondary institutions.

The College will accept the recommendations of the American Council on Education in reference to the Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services and the National Guide to College Credit for Workforce Training; The College Board in reference to its recommendation of Advanced Placement Examinations, and credit recommendations from other similar nationally recognized academic institutions, including Mt. San Antonio College’s policy for comprehensive examinations.

Policy Regulations
  • Of the 60 units required for the Associate Degree, at least twenty-four (24) units must be earned in courses that contribute to the grade point average.
  • Extra-institutional learning credit will normally not be evaluated unless the credit is necessary for graduation.
  • Credit for non-collegiate courses will be awarded only for work applicable toward the Associate Degree. Credit may be granted for upper division courses provided the student has earned less than 60 units at the time the upper division work is attempted.
  • To petition for extra-institutional learning credit, a student must have at least a 2.0 grade point average, not be on probation, and be in good standing.
  • The permanent academic record shall be annotated in such a manner to ensure that a true and complete history of extra-institutional learning credit has been granted.
  • In cases where a student is seeking a degree/certificate from the College, all standard graduation and residency requirements apply and must be met by completing a minimum of 12 units earned from Mt. SAC courses.

Credit for Current License Holders

Mt. San Antonio College may grant units of credit toward an associate’s degree to current license holders in the following areas: Emergency Medical Technology (Paramedics), Psychiatric Technology, and Radiologic Technology. The total number of units granted will be equal to the current total unit requirement for the equivalent program certificate. License holders must meet the college’s residency requirements and complete an application to the college before the request for extra-institutional learning credit may be made. The application date will determine the catalog year.

The Department Chair from the appropriate program will validate the license and its currency. Admissions and Records will certify that the requirements have been met, grant the appropriate number of units, and apply extra-institutional learning credit toward the degree. (AP 4285)

Credit for Military Training

Mt. San Antonio College will grant four units of Baccalaureate level elective credits for military experience without regard to the field of service. Additional credit may be allowed for specific programs of training and credits earned through the United States Armed Forces Institute. (AP 4285)

Credit by Examination

The general philosophy of Mt. San Antonio College is that the interaction which takes place between the student and professor is of critical importance to the learning process. However, quality instruction places a premium on meeting individual student needs. Therefore, Mt. San Antonio College provides for Credit by Examination enabling the student to accelerate his/her educational program by providing opportunity to obtain credit in those fields in which he/she has already achieved proficiency independently or by informal means. (BP 4235, AP 4235)

Course Prefix Course Name Units
Arts Division
Commercial and Entertainment Arts
ANIM 108Principles of Animation3
PHOT 9Digital Image Editing for Photographers3
PHOT 10Basic Digital and Film Photography3
PHOT 20Color Photography3
R-TV 19ABeginning Video Production3
Music
MUS 17BIntermediate Piano1
MUS 110Music Fundamentals3
MUS 110AMusic Fundamentals for Musicians4
MUS 170Piano I1
MUSA 100Fundamentals of Audio Technology3
MUSA 120Electronic Music3
MUSA 130Business of Audio Production3
Theater
THTR 9Introduction to Theater Arts3
Business Division
Accounting and Management
BUSA 11Fundamentals of Accounting3
BUSA 68Business Mathematics3
BUSA 71Personal Financial Planning3
BUSA 72Bookkeeping - Accounting5
BUSO 5Business English3
Child Development
CHLD 5Principles and Practices in Child Development Programs3
CHLD 61Language Arts and Art Media for Young Children3
CHLD 64Health, Safety, and Nutrition of Children3
Computer Information Systems
CISB 11Computer Information Systems3.5
CISB 15Microcomputer Applications3.5
CISB 31Microsoft Word3
CISW 15Web Site Development3.5
CISW 17HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Programming3
Consumer Science and Design Technologies
CUL 101Professional Cooking Foundations3
CUL 102Professional Cooking I3
CUL 104Garde Manger3
CUL 105Baking and Pastry I3
CUL 107World Cuisines2.5
FASH 10Clothing Construction I3
FCS 41Life Management3
FCS 80Personal Financial Planning3
HRM 51Introduction to Hospitality3
HRM 52Food Safety and Sanitation2
HRM 56Hospitality Supervision3
HRM 57Hospitality Cost Control3
HRM 61Menu Planning3
HRM 62Event Planning and Catering3
HRM 64Hospitality Financial Accounting3
HRM 66Hospitality Law3
HRM 70Introduction to Lodging3
HRM 91Hospitality Work Experience1-4
ID 10Introduction to Interior Design2
ID 10LIntroduction to Interior Design Laboratory1
ID 14History of Furniture and Decorative Arts3
Continuing Education
Adult Basic Education
BSHS ALG1High School Algebra 10
BSHS BIOHigh School Biology0
BSHS USHHigh School U.S. History0
BSHS WHSHigh School World History0
Humanities and Social Sciences Division
Art History
LATN 1Elementary Latin4
LATN 2Continuing Elementary Latin4
Sign Language
SIGN 101American Sign Language 14
SIGN 102American Sign Language 24
SIGN 103American Sign Language 34
SIGN 104American Sign Language 44
SIGN 105American Sign Language 54
Kinesiology, Athletics and Dance Division
Kinesiology
KIN 19Introduction to Care/Prevention of Activity/Sports-Related Injuries3
Natural Sciences Division
Agricultural Sciences
AGAG 1Food Production, Land Use, and Politics - A Global Perspective3
AGOR 1Horticultural Science3
AGOR 13Landscape Design3
AGOR 71Construction Fundamentals3
ASCI 1Animal Science3
ASCI 16Horse Production and Management4
Biological Sciences
BIOL 1General Biology4
Physics and Engineering
ENGR 1Introduction to Engineering2
ENGR 18Introduction to Engineering Graphics3
Technology and Health Division
Aeronautics, Transportation
AERO 100Primary Pilot Ground School4
AERO 102Aviation Weather3
AERO 104Federal Aviation Regulations3
AERO 150Commercial Pilot Ground School3
AERO 252Instrument Ground School3
Air Conditioning and Building Automation
AIRC 10Technical Mathematics in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration2
AIRC 11Welding for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration2
AIRC 20Refrigeration Fundamentals4
AIRC 25Electrical Fundamentals for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration5
AIRC 31Commercial Electrical for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration4
AIRC 95Work Experience in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration1-4
WELD 30Metal Sculpture2
Architecture and Engineering Design Technology
ARCH 101Design I - Elements of Design4
ARCH 102Design II - Architectural Design4
ARCH 121CADD and Digital Design Media Level I4
ARCH 122Architectural Presentations4
ARCH 141Design Drawing and Communication4
ARCH 146Architectural Drawings and Fabrications3
ARCH 147Architectural CAD and BIM3
ECT 17Legal Aspects of Construction3
ECT 67Reading Construction Drawings3
ECT 70Elements of Construction Management3
ECT 71Construction Estimating3
IDE 120Introduction to CAD3
IDE 130Introduction to Shop Processes3
IDE 220Advanced CAD3
IDE 230Introduction to Mechanical Principles3
MFG 110Introduction to CAD4
MFG 120CAD for Manufacturing4
MFG 130Manufacturing Processes and Materials3
MFG 140Print Reading and Shop Practice3
MFG 150Manual Machining I3
MFG 155Manual Machining II2
MFG 160Introduction to Mechanical Principles3
MFG 180Introduction to MasterCAM3
MFG 210Advanced CAD3
MFG 220Computer Aided Manufacturing II3
MFG 250Introduction to CNC Programming3
MFG 260CNC Operation3
Electronics & Computer Technology
CNET 50Personal Computer (PC) Servicing4
CNET 52PC Operating Systems4
CNET 54PC Troubleshooting4
CNET 56Computer Networks4
CNET 58Server Systems4
CNET 60A+ Certification Preparation2
CNET 62Network+ Certification Preparation2
CNET 64Server+ Certification Preparation2
CNET 66Security+ Certification Preparation2
ELEC 10Introduction to Mechatronics2
ELEC 11Technical Applications in Microcomputers3
ELEC 12Computer Simulation and Troubleshooting2
ELEC 50AElectronic Circuits - Direct Current (DC)4
ELEC 50BElectronic Circuits (AC)4
ELEC 51Semiconductor Devices and Circuits4
ELEC 53Communications Systems4
ELEC 54AIndustrial Electronics4
ELEC 54BIndustrial Electronic Systems3
ELEC 55Microwave Communications4
ELEC 56Digital Electronics4
ELEC 61Electronic Assembly and Fabrication3
ELEC 62Advanced Surface Mount Assembly and Rework2
ELEC 74Microcontroller Systems4
ELEC 76FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License Preparation2
TECH 60Customer Relations for the Technician2
Nursing 1
NURS 1AThe Nursing Process I5
NURS 1BThe Nursing Process II5
NURS 2Pharmacology2
NURS 3Medical-Surgical Nursing: Locomotion/Sensory/Integument/Oncology/Immunology3.5
NURS 4Maternity Nursing3
NURS 5Psychiatric Nursing3
NURS 6Pediatric Nursing3
NURS 7Medical-Surgical Nursing: Nutrition/Elimination/ Surgical Asepsis7
NURS 8Medical-Surgical Nursing: Circulation and Oxygenation5
NURS 9Leadership in Nursing1
NURS 10Medical-Surgical Nursing: Integration/Regulation4
NURS 11Preceptorship in Nursing2
Public Safety Programs
ADJU 1The Administration of Justice System3
ADJU 2Principles and Procedures of the Justice System3
ADJU 3Concepts of Criminal Law3
ADJU 4Legal Aspects of Evidence3
ADJU 5Community Relations3
ADJU 6Police Patrol Tactics and Strategy3
ADJU 9Introduction to Homeland Security3
ADJU 10Introduction to Correctional Sciences3
ADJU 20Principles of Investigation3
ADJU 38Narcotics Investigation3
ADJU 50Introduction to Forensics for Criminal Justice3
ADJU 59Gangs and Corrections3
ADJU 68Administration of Justice Report Writing3
FIRE 1Fire Protection Organization3
FIRE 2Fire Prevention Technology3
FIRE 3Fire Protection Equipment and Systems3
FIRE 4Building Construction for Fire Protection3
FIRE 5Fire Behavior and Combustion3
FIRE 6Hazardous Materials/ICS3
FIRE 7Fire Fighting Tactics and Strategy3
FIRE 8Fire Company Organization and Management3
FIRE 9Fire Hydraulics3
FIRE 10Arson and Fire Investigation3
FIRE 11Fire Apparatus and Equipment3
Respiratory Therapy
MEDI 90Medical Terminology3
RESD 102Theory and Principles of Respiratory Therapy2

 Individuals who present relevant military education and experience equal but not limited to: Basic Medical Technician Corpsman (Navy HM or Air Force BMTCP), Army Health Care Specialist (68W Army Medic), or Air Force Independent Duty Medical Technician (IMDT 4N0X1C) may be eligible for advanced placement in the nursing program. Check admission procedures (Military Personnel Placement) on the Nursing website for more information.  

Pursuant to Section 55050 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations, students at Mt. San Antonio College may apply for Credit by Examination and such unit credit may be granted subject to the following rules and regulations:

Rules and Regulations

  1. Credit by Examination will be granted only for those courses which have been so designated by the departments.
  2. Any grade received for Credit by Examination will be entered on the student’s permanent record with a notation of “Credit by Comprehensive Exam.”
  3. A student may petition for Credit by Examination provided:
    1. The student has been registered at Mt. San Antonio College.
    2. The student has not already received credit nor is currently enrolled beyond six weeks in the same course or in a more advanced course (except for Advanced Placement Course Credit).
    3. The student has at least a 2.0 grade point average. This includes transfer/new students.
  4. The student may obtain the petition for Credit by Examination from the Division Office.
  5. The department will establish written guidelines by which the eligibility of a student to take such an examination is determined.
  6. The Department will assign a grade depending on the results of the examination and submit the form “Petition for Credit by Examination” to Admissions and Records.
  7. The student may not use Credit by Examination to satisfy the residency requirement for the degree.

A list of courses for Credit by Examination is available at each Division Office, the Instruction Office, and the Counseling Center.

Advanced Placement Credit for Mt. SAC General Education Requirements for the Associate Degree

Students who have a qualifying Advanced Placement (AP) test score (3 or above) may petition to utilize the results of their AP examinations to meet Mt SAC general education requirements in the areas identified in the Credit by Examination tab above.

Advanced Placement Examinations

AP Examination Score Needed/GE/Equivalency Mt.SAC GE Area GE Units Equivalent Mt.SAC Course Degree Units
Art History 3 C1 or C2 3 AHIS 4 & AHIS 5 6
Biology 3 B2 3 BIOL 1 6
Calculus AB1 3/41 Math Competency N/A MATH 180 3
Calculus BC 3/3/4 Math Competency N/A MATH 180 or MATH 181 6
Chemistry 3 B1 3 CHEM 40 6
Chinese Language and Culture 3 C2 3 CHIN 1 & CHIN 2 6
Comparative Government and Politics 3 D2 3 None 3
Computer Science A 3 N/A N/A CSCI 145 3
Computer Science AB 3 N/A N/A None 6
Computer Science Principles 3 N/A N/A CSCI 110 6
English Language and Composition 3 A2 3 ENGL 1A 6
English Literature and Composition 3 A2 & C2 6 ENGL 1A & ENGL 1B 6
Environmental Science 3 B1 3 None 4
European History 3 C2 or D2 3 None 6
French Language and Culture 3 C2 3 FRCH 1 & FRCH 2 6
French Literature 3 C2 3 FRCH 3 6
German Language and Culture 3 C2 3 GERM 1 & GERM 2 6
Human Geography 3 D2 3 GEOG 2 3
Italian Language and Culture 3 C2 3 ITAL 1 & ITAL 2 6
Japanese Language and Culture 3 C2 3 JAPN 1 & JAPN 2 6
Latin 3 C2 None 3
Latin: Literature 3 C2 3 None 6
Latin: Vergil 3 C2 3 None 3
Macroeconomics 3/4 D2 3 BUSC 1A 3
Microeconomics 3/4 D2 3 BUSC 1B 3
Music Theory 3 C1 3 MUS 7 6
Physics 1 3 B1 See note 2 4
Physics 2 3 B1 None 4
Physics B 3 B1 3 None 6
Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism 3 B1 3 None 4
Physics C: Mechanics 3 B1 3 See note 3 4
Psychology 3 D2 3 PSYC 1A 3
Spanish Language and Culture 3 C2 3 SPAN 1 & SPAN 2 6
Spanish Literature and Culture 3 C2 3 SPAN 3 6
Statistics 3 Math Competency N/A MATH 110 3
Studio Art - 2D 3 General education and course equivalency credit based on portfolio review 3
Studio Art - 3D 3 General education and course equivalency credit based on portfolio review 3
Studio Art - Drawing 3 General education and course equivalency credit based on portfolio review 3
United States Government and Politics 3 D1 3 POLI 1 3
United States History 3 C2 or D1 or D2 3 HIST 1 6
World History Modern 3 C2 or D2 3 None 6
1

A score of 3 on the Calculus AB Advanced Placement Exam will earn a student three (3) degree applicable units, Math Competency and Eligibility for MATH 180. A score of 4 on the Calculus AB Advanced Placement exam will earn a student three (3) degree applicable units, Math Competency, and MATH 180 equivalence.

2

A score of 4 or higher on the AP Physics 1 will allow a student to meet the PHYS 2AG prerequisite requirement for PHYS 4A.  Student will not earn equivalency for PHYS 2AG or units.

3

A score of 3 or higher on the AP Physics C: Mechanics will allow a student to meet PHYS 2AG prerequisite requirement for PHYS 2AG.  Student will not earn equivalency for PHYS 2AG or units. 

International Baccalaureate Credit for Mt. SAC General Education Requirements for the Associate Degree

Students completing all or portions of the International Baccalaureate (IB) program at their high school may petition to utilize the results of their IB examinations to meet Mt. SAC general education requirements in the areas identified in the table. Only IB Higher Level (HL) certificate examinations with scores of 5, 6, or 7 will be honored.

Students who have both a qualifying Advanced Placement (AP) test score (3 or above) and a qualifying IB certificate exam score (5 or above) in the same examination area, or who have completed a college level course for credit, will only have the first completion counted for credit.

IB Higher Level Exam Score Needed for Equivalency Mt.SAC GE Area Units of GE Equivalent Mt.SAC Course Degree Units
IB Biology 5 B2 3 BIOL 1 6
IB Chemistry 5 B1 3 None 6
IB Economics 5 D2 3 BUSC 1A 6
IB Geography 5 D2 3 GEOG 2 6
IB History (any region) 5 C2 or D2 3 None 6
IB Language A1 (English) 4 C2 3 None 6
IB Language A2 4 C2 3 None 6
IB Language A2 (Classical Languages) 4 1 C2 3 LATN 1 6
IB Mathematics 4 2 Math Competency N/A MATH 180 6
IB Physics 5 B1 3 None 6
IB Psychology 5 D2 3 PSYC 1A 3
IB Theatre Arts 4 3 C1 3 THTR 9 6
1

A minimum score of 4 is needed for General Education Humanities and degree units. A score of 5 is needed for LATN 1 credit.

2

A minimum score of 4 is needed for Math Competency and degree units. A score of 5 is needed for MATH 180 credit.

3

A minimum score of 4 is needed for General Education Arts and degree units. A score of 5 is needed for THTR 9 credit.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

Students may receive credit for College Level Examination Program. Students are limited to 6 units of credit for an examination score of fifty or above in a General Examination of the College Level Examination Program of the College Entrance Examination Board. To determine "subject" credit, the course must be evaluated by a representative from the respective academic department in which the course subject resides. Students must submit a request for variance form to the department representative who will verify the acceptance as a substitution for a general education or major degree requirement.
 

CLEP Examination Score Needed Mt.Sac GE Area Degree Units
American Government 50 D2 3
American Literature 50 C2 3
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature 50 C2 3
Biology 50 B2 3
Calculus 50 Math Competency 3
Chemistry 50 B1 3
College Algebra 50 Math Competency 3
College Algebra - Trigonometry 50 Math Competency 3
College Composition 50 Not Applicable 0
College Composition - Modular 50 Not Applicable 0
College Mathematics 50 Not Applicable 0
English Composition (no essay) 50 Not Applicable 0
English Composition (with essay) 50 Not Applicable 0
Financial Accounting 50 Not Applicable 0
French Level I 50 Not Applicable 0
French Level II 59 C2 3
Freshman College Composition 50 Not Applicable 0
German Level I 50 Not Applicable 0
German Level II 60 C2 3
History, United States I 50 D2 3
History, United States II 50 D2 3
Human Growth and Development 50 D2 3
Humanities 50 C2 3
Information Systems and Computer Apps 50 Not Applicable 0
Introduction to Educational Psychology 50 Not Applicable 0
Introduction to Business Law 59 Not Applicable 0
Introduction to Psychology 50 D2 3
Introduction to Sociology 50 D2 3
Natural Sciences 50 B1 or B2 3
Pre-Calculus 50 Math Competency 3
Principles of Accounting 50 Not Applicable 0
Principles of Management 50 Not Applicable 0
Principles of Marketing 50 Not Applicable 0
Principles of Macroeconomics 50 D2 3
Principles of Microeconomics 50 D2 3
Social Sciences and History 50 Not Applicable 0
Spanish Level I 50 Not Applicable 0
Spanish Level II 63 C2 3
Spanish with Writing I 50 Not Applicable 0
Spanish with Writing II 63 C2 3
Western Civilization I 50 D2 3
Western Civilization II 50 D2 3
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