A Message from Dr. Stephen Vacik Dr. Stephen Vacik President Colby Community College Different – Better – Purposeful. These are three strategic concepts for Colby Com- munity College that we integrate into everything that we do. I hope that in choosing CCC for this next step in your life, you too will commit with us to their pursuit. Even in our catalog, we have made significant changes from last year in form and policy – different – to improve the document – better – for you, the student – purposeful. Reference the catalog often to understand what the college has to offer you, what the college expects from you and what options are available to assist you in reaching your educational goals and voca- tional aspirations. If you have questions, though, do not hesitate to ask a faculty or staff member – we are here to help you grow intellectually, socially, physically and spiritually. Whether your future lies in northwest Kansas or the other side of the world, you can be confident that CCC will prepare you for whatever challenges arise. Welcome to the next chapter in your life – welcome to Colby Community College! - 1 - Table of Contents Catalog Information Disclaimer ...............................................................................................................................................................5 Notice of Non-Discrimination ...................................................................................................................................................................5 College Legal Assurances ..........................................................................................................................................................................5 Institutional Mission ..................................................................................................................................................................................6 Vision ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................6 Philosophy ...................................................................................................................................................................................................6 Purposes ......................................................................................................................................................................................................6 General Education Outcomes ...................................................................................................................................................................6 Accreditation ..............................................................................................................................................................................................7 Admissions Information .......................................................................................................................................................................7-12 Standards ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7 Application for Admission ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 7-9 Veterans ................................................................................................................................................................................................................................9 Outreach Students ................................................................................................................................................................................................................9 Non-Credit Courses .............................................................................................................................................................................................................9 Selective Admissions Programs .........................................................................................................................................................................................10 Campus Visits for Prospective Students ............................................................................................................................................................................10 Determination of Residency ..............................................................................................................................................................................................10 Early Enrollment ................................................................................................................................................................................................................10 Student Registration ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................10 Changing Major/Advisor ...................................................................................................................................................................................................10 Final Examination ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................10 Class Attendance ................................................................................................................................................................................................................10 Withdrawal for Non-Attendance ........................................................................................................................................................................................11 Add/Drop Last Day to Withdraw Policy ............................................................................................................................................................................11 Official Withdrawal Policy ................................................................................................................................................................................................11 When Records May Be Withheld ......................................................................................................................................................................................11 Refund Policy .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................12 Academic Information ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13-16 Academic Load ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Course Numbering .............................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Credit Definition ................................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Auditing Classes ................................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Repeating a Course ............................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Life Experience Credit .......................................................................................................................................................................................................13 Academic Renewal ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13-14 Credit by Examination .......................................................................................................................................................................................................14 College Level Examination Program (CLEP) ...................................................................................................................................................................14 Military Service Credit ......................................................................................................................................................................................................14