College Programs of Study
St. Clair County Community College provides a solid educational foundation to help students pursue career goals in any field.
There are many ways to earn college credit at SC4. Students may choose to obtain transfer credit toward a four-year degree, earn an associate degree in a career-related area, or obtain a certificate that can be applied toward a degree program while preparing for employment.
Whatever students choose to study, they are urged to plan their program with an SC4 advisor. Programs of study fall into two major categories − transfer and career.
Transfer Programs
Transfer programs are designed to prepare students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities after completing their coursework at SC4.
Programs designed for transfer toward bachelor’s degrees are:
- Associate in Arts: intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university and pursue a program in a non-STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) field.
- Associate in Science: intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university and pursue a program in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) field.
- Associate in Business (transfer): intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university and pursue a program in a business-related field, such as finance, accounting, marketing or management.
- Associate in Engineering (transfer): intended for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university and pursue a program in Engineering.
Career Programs
These programs prepare the student for direct entrance into business or industry without having to continue on to other institutions of higher education. However, credits for some classes designed to fulfill requirements for the Associate in Applied Arts and Science (AAS) degree may be transferred depending upon the major area of study and the transfer college of choice. SC4 has a number of articulation and transfer agreements with colleges and universities leading to a bachelor’s degree. The sequence of classes listed under each program is a suggested sequence only and is subject to change without prior written notice.
Career programs are designed to prepare students for entry into a specific job-related field, for advancement in a current job, or for making a career change. Many career courses and programs will transfer to other colleges and universities. See an SC4 advisor for additional information.
- Associate in Applied Arts and Science − occupational two-year degrees (career programs)
- Certificates − occupational one-year programs (career programs)
Undecided Program
Many students come to college undecided about their future career. These students often pursue a program of study designed to earn basic credits, allowing them to make progress while they explore their options with career guidance experts at the college. A general education degree may be an option for students who have accumulated credits from multiple colleges and universities; see an SC4 advisor for information.
- Associate in General Education
Degree Distribution Requirements
Students must satisfy the degree distribution requirements specific to the program of study at SC4. Subject areas satisfying the Degree Distribution Requirements are divided in to groups outlined below:
Associate Degree Distribution Requirements
* PS 101 - Introduction to Political Science meets 3 credits of Social Science credits as well as the Group IX requirement.
** SPC 101 - Speech Communication or THA 105 - Oral Interpretation meets 3 credits of Humanities credits as well as the Group VI requirement.
Group I. Social Science: Anthropology, economics, geography (except GEO 101 , GEO 105 , GEO 137 , GEO 175 and GEO 210 ), history, political science, psychology, sociology
Group II. Humanities: Literature (English 200 or above), foreign language, speech, art, communication design, music, theatre, philosophy, HIS 101 , HIS 102 . Students pursuing the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) stamp should consult the Graduation Worksheet as Humanities courses applicable to the MTA are limited.
Group III. Biological Sciences: Biology
Group IV. Physical Sciences: Astronomy, chemistry, GEO 101 - Earth Science , GEO 105 - Introduction to Meteorology , geology, GEO 137 - Global Energy Resources , physics, physical science
Group V. Mathematics: MTH 102 or higher may be applied to degree programs; consult a program of study for its specific mathematics requirement. Students pursuing the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) stamp should consult the Graduation Worksheet as Arts and Science degrees require specific math courses.
Group VI. Oral Communication: SPC 101 - Speech Communication or THA 105 - Oral Interpretation
Group VII. Computer Literacy: CIS 115 - Microcomputer Applications for all programs, with the exception of Associate in Engineering, which requires CIS 260 - Computer Programming I
Group VIII. Writing: ENG 101 - English Composition I or ENG 101H - Honors English Composition I and ENG 102 - English Composition II or ENG 102H - Honors English Composition II or OA 225 - Business Communications . Students pursuing the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) stamp will want to take ENG 101 and ENG 102 (Honors courses are acceptable).
Group IX. Government and the Political Process: PS 101 - Introduction to Political Science
General Education Competencies
General education competencies are part of each course offered at SC4, preparing our students to be good citizens, employees and lifelong learners. Below is a listing of the general education competencies and their definitions:
- Computer Literacy - is the ability to use a computer at a level appropriate to a student’s academic and career needs.
- Critical Thinking - is an active process of carefully examining our own thinking and the thinking of others.
- Global Awareness - is the recognition of the importance of a global perspective in order to understand the diversity of cultures in world nations. Culture is defined as a complex whole that includes knowledge, belief, art, law, music, language, medicine, economics, customs, and any other capabilities or habits acquired by individuals as members of society.
- Government and the Political Process - is the study of the theory, organization and functioning of government and political systems.
- Mathematics - is the logical study of shape, arrangement, quantity and space, and their inter-relationships, applications, generalizations and abstractions.
- Oral Communication - is the process of effectively transmitting and receiving ideas and information in a variety of situations.
- Writing - is the process of effectively selecting, developing, arranging and revising one’s own ideas and those of others. The process requires students to compose ideas in a variety of written forms for a variety of purposes and audiences.
Requirements for Graduation
Certificate Programs
Students must satisfy the following criteria to be granted a certificate from SC4:
- Complete the specific certificate program requirements as listed in this catalog.
- Complete a minimum of 30 credit hours 100-level or higher (credit hour requirements vary by program) with a GPA of 2.0 or above.
- Complete a minimum of 10 credits at SC4 or through the Michigan Colleges Online (MCO).
Associate Degrees
Students must satisfy the following criteria to be granted an associate degree from SC4:
- Complete the specific associate degree program requirements as listed in this catalog.
- Complete a minimum of 62 credit hours 100-level or higher (credit hour requirements vary by program) with a GPA of 2.0 or above.
- Complete a minimum of 18 credits at SC4 or through Michigan Colleges Online (MCO).
NOTE: Classes with a designation of less than 100 (e.g. MTH 075 ) cannot be used for graduation credit. These classes may not transfer to other colleges and universities.
Graduation Worksheet
Click the link to view the Graduation Worksheet .
Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers Statewide College and University Transfer Agreement
SC4 is a member of the statewide transfer agreement between community and four-year public colleges and universities of Michigan. The Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) helps simplify the transfer of credit for SC4 students. The agreement stipulates that 30 semester credit hours of 100 level and above, compatible, general course work will be granted smooth transferability to participating universities. Credits will be awarded towards a student’s general education requirements.
Students completing the following MTA requirements must request in the SC4 Enrollment Services office to have their transcript listed as “MTA Satisfied.”
Note: Students must earn a minimum 2.0 GPA in ALL MTA courses. Students whose completed MTA coursework meets the above criteria, but does not add up to 30 credits must take additional MTA-approved coursework to meet the 30 credit minimum.
For a list of senior colleges and universities that have signed the Michigan Transfer Agreement, visit www.macrao.org.
Transfer Student Tips
- Meet at least once per semester with an SC4 advisor before selecting courses to review transfer guides and articulation agreements.
- Contact the four-year institution(s) where you plan on transferring and consult the institution’s website.
- Transfer institutions will typically accept 60 credit hours from SC4 and require a minimum 2.0 GPA; however, these requirements may vary by institution.
- View transfer equivalency information on the Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (MACRAO) website at http://www.macrao.org or at www.michigantransfernetwork.org.
- Apply for admission to the four-year institution before the actual date you plan to transfer.
- Have an official SC4 transcript mailed directly to the four-year institution. Requests may be made online via the Portal or in the Enrollment Services office.
- Research transfer scholarships at http://www.macrao.org and/or by contacting the four-year institution.
Special Articulation Agreements with Senior Institutions
Additional transfer guides and articulation agreements from colleges and universities may be available for occupational classes/programs. For additional information call (810) 989-5520. The following articulation agreements are in place:
- Capella University
- Concordia University
- Davenport University
- Eastern Michigan University
- Ferris State University
- Franklin University
- Kaplan University
- Kettering University
- Lake Superior State University
- Madonna University
- Northwestern Michigan College, Great Lakes Maritime Academy
- Northwood University
- Oakland University
- Saginaw Valley State University
- Siena Heights University
- University of Detroit Mercy
- University of Phoenix
- Walsh College
- Wayne State University
High School Articulation
St. Clair County Community College is committed to providing a variety of methods for granting college credit for competencies and skills attained outside of the traditional college classroom. This process is called articulation. Articulation agreements exist between St. Clair County Community College and the following high schools and secondary technical education centers:
Huron County - Huron Area Technical Center
Lapeer County - Lapeer County Vocational Technical Center
St. Clair County - Algonac, Capac, Marine City, Marysville, Memphis, Port Huron, Port Huron Northern, St. Clair, St. Clair County RESA ,Yale
Sanilac County - Sanilac Career Center
Tuscola County - Vocational Education Center
High school students should contact the counseling office at their local high school or technical education center to obtain the most updated information regarding the articulation of credits to the college.
Honors Program Degree Option
The St. Clair County Community College Honors Program is designed to satisfy the needs of students who are hard-working and self-motivated, are curious and appreciate exploring a topic in depth, and enjoy strong interaction with instructors and fellow students. A student may earn an Honors degree in any associate degree program.
Benefits
- Honors degree if program is completed
- Greater academic challenges
- Recognition for outstanding achievement
- Greater depth in subject matter
- More stimulating course work with greater interaction
- Honors options in regular courses
- Honors Program credential on transcript
Admission Agreements
- Be enrolled at St. Clair County Community College.
- Complete the Honors Program application form. Forms are available in advising or online via the SC4 Portal, Student Resources tab.
Program admission criteria:
- One of the following minimums for admission:
- ACT Composite score of 25
- Minimum Writing COMPASS score of 95
- 3.2 high school GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
OR
- Two of the following minimums for admission:
- ACT Math score of 24
- ACT Writing score of 25
- College Algebra COMPASS score of 46
- GED score of 55
- 3.00 GPA at SC4 or other college
- Membership in high school’s National Honor Society
- Recommendation by Honors Program director, advisor or faculty
Program Requirements
- To remain in good standing in the honors program, a student must maintain a 3.00 overall GPA and receive at least a “B” in each honors class.
- To receive the honors associate degree, a student must receive at least a grade of “B” in four different honors courses and complete all other degree requirements with an overall GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- If a student falls below a 3.00 GPA or receives less than a grade of “B” in an honors course, he/she will be placed on program probation for one semester. During that semester, the student may take, with permission, an honors course and must regain a 3.00 GPA by the end of that probationary semester to remain in the program.
- If the student received less than a grade of “B” in an honors course, he/she must retake the honors course or designate a “replacement” honors course after the probationary semester.
- If the probationary student fails to regain a 3.00 GPA after one semester or fails to obtain a grade of “B” in a repeated honors course after the probationary semester, he/she will be dropped from the honors program.
- If no honors course suitable to the student’s curriculum is available after the probationary semester, a one-semester waiver will be permitted before the original honors course must be retaken or a replacement course taken.
- For good cause, the director, with the consent of the Honors Committee, will be permitted some discretion in the application of these guidelines.
- Any student who wishes to withdraw from or is removed from the honors program may seek a regular associate degree.
SPECIAL NOTE: An honors option is available for non-honors courses. This option course can replace one of the regular honors courses. Provided the instructor is willing, the option would involve some special work within the regular course that the student, the instructor and the honors director agree is acceptable.
Return all completed forms to:
Honors Program Applications, Enrollment Services, St. Clair County Community College, 323 Erie St., P.O. Box 5015, Port Huron, MI 48061-5015
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