The Division of Extended Studies is composed of 4 units: (1) Distance Education/e-Learning, (2) Continuing Education, (3) Summer School, and (4) Visiting Students. Administrative offices are located in the H.M. Michaux, Jr. School of Education Building, Room 2051, which is geographically off Cecil and Lincoln streets at 712 Cecil Street and across from the NCCU School of Law. Course development and technology support services for distance education/e-Learning faculty and students is located in the Faculty Development Den in Room 128 of the Farrison-Newton Communications Building.

Distance education/e-learning instruction uses a variety of pedagogical strategies to meet the educational needs of students separated from faculty and/or resources by time, place, or other circumstances. These strategies include instruction off-campus in the traditional mode face-to- face or through distance learning technologies such as Canvas (synchronous and asynchronous), teleconferencing, Podcasting, and other computer-mediated instruction.

Continuing Education sponsors activities that are designed for life enrichment and/or for student certification and renewal. It offers courses that may be taken for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) credit or as non-credit experiences. Institutions, agencies, and individuals are encouraged to contact Extended Studies to arrange a planning session for the development of continuing education activities.

North Carolina Central University Summer Session is designed to give variety and flexibility to the instructional programs of the University, while providing a quality education. It seeks to give students the opportunity to accelerate progress toward degrees or certificates, to provide opportunities for continued guided research at the graduate level and to allow visiting students the opportunity to take classes while at home during the summer. The Summer Sessions also assist persons in professional fields who wish to keep abreast of new developments and trends. Visiting students who wish to continue at NCCU must be admitted through the regular undergraduate or graduate admission process.

Admission to the Summer Session does not automatically grant admission as a degree-seeking student. Each non-NCCU student planning to attend NCCU during the summer must complete and submit an online Visiting Student Application.

Admissions

North Carolina Central University Distance Education/e-learning instruction is open to all students, especially those restricted by place and time. Students who are not enrolled in an NCCU degree program must be formally admitted for Distance Education or e-learning instruction study. Students must apply to North Carolina Central University (please see “Admissions” section of this catalog). Undergraduate students not currently enrolled at NCCU should contact Extended Studies for admissions, course offerings, and other applicable information.

Tuition and Fees

Distance Education/e-Learning instruction is funded through student credit hours. Tuition/fees are subject to increase each academic year by the fiscal officials of the University.

Students should consult Student Accounting for the tuition/fees for the semester or session that they plan to attend. Refunds are issued according to University policies.

Financial Aid

The North Carolina Central University Scholarships and Student Aid Office makes every effort to assist students in the financing of their education through the student financial aid programs. The primary objective of the Scholarships and Student Aid Office is to meet the demonstrated financial need of as many students possible by using a combination of the available funds. To apply for financial aid, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Renewal FAFSA. The Renewal allows students to update student aid application data from the prior year.

Students are encouraged to apply for financial aid electronically for rapid processing at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Students should make sure the correct award year is selected, and the school code of 002950 is listed in section six. Students who comply with the published deadline for application completion will be awarded first; students who apply late will be awarded if funds are available.

Student Health Services

Prior to enrollment at the University, all new students should submit to Student Health and Counseling Services a report of their medical history and a copy of an official record of immunization. North Carolina Statue G.S. 130A-155.1 requires persons attending a college or university, whether public, private, or religious, to present a Certificate of Immunization or a record of immunization or high school located in North Carolina. For out-of state students, a Certificate of Immunization or high school immunization record indicated that the person has received immunization is required to attend a college or university in North Carolina.

The statue applies to all students except the following:

• Students registered only in off-campus courses.

• Students attending night or weekend classes only.

• Students taking a course load of four (4) credit hours or less and residing off campus.

If at any time the above student status changes to on-campus courses load of more than four (4) credit hours, on-campus residence, and/or enrolled in daytime courses, a Certificate of Immunization or record of immunization must be presented on or before the date the person first registers for a quarter or semester.

Distance Education / E-Learning Instruction Academic Regulations

The academic regulations which govern students during the regular academic year are also applicable to distance education and summer school students. (See “Undergraduate Academic Regulations” section of this catalog for information on matriculation, academic progress, grading, class attendance, etc.)

Cancellation of Courses

The University reserves the right to discontinue any course, to limit registration in any course, to reschedule any course, and/or to make any other changes in Distance Education/e-Learning Instruction courses or instructors that are deemed necessary.

Faculty Development Den

The Faculty Development Den, located in the Farrison-Newton Communications building, offers support services and training for the development and management of online and web-enhanced courses. The Faculty Den and Canvas Office is responsible for training and managing the Canvas by Instructure Learning Management System. The Den is equipped with computers that faculty can use to enhance and develop course materials. Extended Studies has provided a platform for faculty, staff, and students to access many forms of e-learning at NCCU.

Online Courses

Online courses are completely web-based and can be accessed via the Internet and make significant use of Internet technology to facilitate access to instructional materials and to support communication between faculty and students, among students, and between students and resources.

For more information on distance education and e-learning at NCCU, contact the Division of Extended Studies at 919-530-6324 or 919-530-7621. For Canvas Support, please contact Canvas Support at 919-530-7667.

Continuing Education

Continuing Education administers and supports high-quality lifelong learning programs and opportunities. Through collaboration with academic departments and external partners, Continuing Education offers programs and opportunities that improve the lives and careers of all participants. These activities may offer the continuing education unit (CEUs), digital, or non-degree credentials; but do not offer college degree credit.

Summer Sessions

Admission to Summer Sessions

The North Carolina Central University Summer Session is open to all student. Students who are not enrolled in an NCCU degree program must be formally admitted for summer-only study through the Division of Extended Studies. High school graduates and selected high school students, undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at other institutions, and individuals interested in courses for personal enrichment or professional advancement may register for summer courses. Students not currently enrolled at NCCU should complete and submit a NCCU Visiting Student Application online. If you have any questions, please email nccuonlineadmissions@nccu.edu

The inter-institutional program is designed to expand the course options available to degree-seeking students currently enrolled in the six colleges and universities listed below:

Duke University
North Carolina Central University
North Carolina State University
UNC Chapel Hill
UNC Charlotte
UNC Greensboro

Students interested in enrolling in the inter-institutional program should contact their home institution University Registrar Office to enroll in classes at NCCU.

Summer Session Tuition, Fees, and Refunds

Tuition and fees are adjusted annually. Students should consult the Student Accounting website for the exact tuition and fees for the summer session they plan to attend. Refunds are made only to students who officially withdraw by the deadline date listed in the University Academic Calendar. Refunds will not be made to students who unofficially withdraw by not attending classes or who are dismissed for disciplinary reasons. The types of financial aid available during the summer are limited to funds remaining in the Pell Grant, Stafford, and PLUS Loans. Students must plan ahead for Summer School by reserving funds to cover these expenses. If students borrow the maximum loan amounts for their classification during the academic year, the students will not have funds available to cover summer school expenses. To qualify for a student or parent loan, students must be enrolled at least on a half-time basis, undergraduates six (6) hours and graduates four and one-half (4.5) hours. If there is a change in class schedule that results in enrollment of less than half-time, the Stafford and/or PLUS loans will be cancelled. For additional questions, students can contact the Scholarship & Student Aid office at 919-530-6108 or visit the website at https://www.nccu.edu/ssa

Summer Session Meals

The W.G. Pearson Cafeteria offers meal plans, which are valid only during the periods for which they are issued, to students living on or off campus. There will be no refunds for meals missed during the periods indicated nor are refunds made for meals missed because of conflicts with classes. Meal service in other food areas on campus is available on a cash basis to all students.

Summer Session Parking

A campus-parking permit is required for all persons who park a motorized vehicle on campus. New students, visiting faculty, and staff who do not pay a parking fee during the regular academic year must purchase a parking permit for their vehicles. To secure a campus-parking permit, please contact Transportation and Parking Services at 919-530-6362.

Summer Session Student Health Services

The Student Health Service is an outpatient service available to all regularly enrolled students. In emergency cases, students may contact the University Police after these hours. Services include medical consultations, laboratory services and minor surgical procedures. Students must be enrolled and provide supporting documentation as deemed appropriate. Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended are required if the applicant plans to enter degree-seeking status at a later date.

Summer Session Housing

On-campus housing is available in residence halls during both summer sessions. Students should consult the Division of Student Affairs: Residential Life at 919-530-7298 for residence halls, application process and the exact charges in effect for the session they will be attending.

Summer Session Financial Aid

New Applicants

New applicants may complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Applicants should record the school code of 002950 for North Carolina Central University in section six of the FAFSA. Applicants must verify that North Carolina Central University is listed on the Student Aid Report (SAR). Students receiving financial assistance for the first time during the summer session should closely monitor the deadline date to ensure that the FAFSA is processed before classes begin.

Continuing Applicants

Continuing students who received financial assistance for the preceding fall or spring semester are not required to submit a new SAR; however, a summer school application is required as noted in the section for “All Applicants.”

All Applicants

All students are required to submit a Summer Session Financial Aid Application for NCCU to receive financial assistance for summer school. Visiting students do not qualify for financial aid.

Summer Session Academic Regulations

The maximum number of academic credits for which a student may enroll during each summer session is six (6) semester hours. Students who desire to take more than six hours must receive written approval for an overload from the dean of the school or college in which they are enrolled. The academic regulations which govern students during the regular academic year are also applicable to summer school students. (See “Academic Regulations” section of this catalog for information on matriculation, academic progress, grading, class attendance, etc.) The University reserves the right to discontinue any course, to limit registration in any course, to reschedule any course, or make any other changes in Summer Session courses or instructors that are deemed necessary.

Visiting Students

Special students are those who are not candidates for degree at the present time. This category includes 1) visiting students and 2) persons who have not enrolled for one academic year and are ineligible for admissions as a transfer student.

The University welcomes into this admission status persons who are pursuing degrees elsewhere or who desire to earn prerequisites for graduate work. Such students may register upon the presentation of a signed statement from the appropriate official of his/her institution or certifying agency specifically listing and approving the courses to be taken. Such enrollment does not constitute regular admission to the University.

To apply for this category of admissions, the applicant must submit an application for admission, a $50 application fee, and background check if requested by the university.
Visiting students must submit a transient course study form from the home institution that has been approved by the department chairperson, academic dean, and the University Registrar.

All others must provide evidence of readiness to pursue the courses desired and a statement of objective and purpose related to the request for special student admission.

Special students may register for no more than twelve semester hours. After completing twelve semester hours, the unclassified student may petition the Office of Admissions to be admitted to the University as a regular degree seeking student on the basis of their academic accomplishments.

SPECIAL NOTE: Designation as unclassified may affect eligibility for veterans’ benefits.

Students expecting to apply for veterans’ benefits should contact the Registrar’s Office. Unclassified and special students are ineligible for financial aid.

ADMISSION IN THIS CATEGORY DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY GUARANTEE ADMISSION AS A DEGREE-SEEKING NCCU STUDENT.

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