Policies

Academic Bankruptcy Policy

Students who attended W. L. Bonner College in the past with poor academic records and who wish to return to the college without being penalized for a long-standing poor record may declare academic bankruptcy for all courses taken during their initial attendance at the college. Students may declare academic bankruptcy if there is a five-year interim between the time they took their last course and the time they have been readmitted into the college.

Once academic bankruptcy is declared, the student’s previous record is retained on the transcript with “Academic Bankruptcy’’ indicated. This statement will separate the past from the current course work. The academic bankruptcy policy is printed on the back of the student’s transcript. When students declare academic bankruptcy, all courses taken during their first affiliation with the college will be included. Selecting only certain courses is not permitted. Also, there is no minimum number of credits required before a student is eligible to declare academic bankruptcy. Students will have one opportunity to take advantage of this policy.

Academic Course Failure Policy

A student who fails (F, WF, VWF, U, or NCR) a course is required to repeat the course as soon as possible. The student is required to successfully pass each course in his/her academic program (with minimum grade of “C” or “D” in graded courses; or “CR” or “P” in credit only courses – following academic program requirements).

All courses and grades are reflected on the student’s academic records.
o The student must be re-registered for any course failed, based on administrative and/or academic advisor instructions; and in order to satisfy degree completion requirements

Academic Course Repeat Policy

When a course is repeated, all grades will be entered on the student’s permanent academic record. Certain departmental requirements may limit the number of times a course may be repeated. Although the repeated course is utilized in assessing student’s academic progress, the original grade will also remain a part of the student’s permanent academic transcript. Grade calculations will only reflect the highest grade earned. However, if both grades are the same,
calculations from the most recent course will be calculated into the student’s GPA. Generally, Academic Department (advisement) approval to repeat a course is granted only if the student’s grade received does not meet the minimum required grade to satisfy academic program requirements.

Academic Records and FERPA

Student Privacy Rights/Release of Student Information
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended, with which WLBC fully complies, protects the privacy of educational records, establishes the right of students to inspect these records, and provides guidelines for the correction of inaccurate or misleading data through informational hearings.
Students’ records include financial accounts and records, grades, and Student Affairs Division files. Students have the right to file complaints concerning alleged institutional failure to comply with this act by contacting the Division of Student Affairs.

FERPA – Family Educational Rights to Privacy Act
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.

FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are “eligible students.”

Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student’s education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for copies.

Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correctly records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her view about the contested information.

Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student to release any information from a student’s education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):

• School officials with legitimate educational interest.
• Other schools to which a student is transferring.
• Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes.
• Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student
• Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school
• Accrediting organizations.
• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena.
• Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and
• State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law.

Schools may disclose, without consent, “directory” information such as a student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, schools must tell parents and eligible students about directory information and allow parents and eligible students a reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. Schools must notify parents and eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA. The actual means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin, student handbook, or newspaper article) is left to the discretion of each school.

For additional information, you may call 1-800-USA-LEARN (1-800-872-5327) (voice). Individuals who use TDD may use the Federal Relay Service.
Or you may contact us at the following address:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-8520

Academic Standards

W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) is required to monitor, record and report, term Academic Statistics on all currently enrolled students. All students, with the exception of those in the Continuing Education Program (receiving CEU Credits), are subject to academic standing regulations based on the total number of hours pursued, including all transfer,credits accepted at WLBC.

Academic Standing – A student who experiences academic difficulty will receive a letter at the end of each semester. The letter will include a full explanation of his/her current academic standing. The student’s academic standing has direct impact on his/her financial aid; which is reviewed at the end of each academic year, for financial aid eligibility

Academic advisors assist in monitoring students’ academic progress; and makes recommendations based in individual circumstances. The Registrar determines academic status for each student, based on cumulative statistics (required GPA for total hours pursued), as set by academic policies and procedures. Students are notified, in writing by the College Dean/CEO if and when changes occur is their status

• Academic Probation: A student is placed on academic probation when his/her cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) falls below the minimum GPA to be in
  good academic standing based on cumulative hours attempted.
• Academic Warning: A student is placed on academic warning during their first academic year of continuous enrollment when his/her cumulative Grade
  Point Average (GPA) falls below the minimum probationary GPA based on cumulative hours pursued.
• Academic Suspension: A continuing student is placed on academic suspension when his/her cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) falls below the
  minimum probationary GPA based on cumulative hours pursued.
• Academic Dismissal: A student is placed on permanent academic dismissal after any current or previous academic suspension and must appeal and be
  approved by the Academic Review Board (ARB) (see Faculty section on subject) before being allowed to return to school.

Academic Review Petition Policy

It is the Policy W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) to allow its students a means to appeal certain academic statuses by petitioning to the Academic Review Board (ARB).

The Academic Review Board (ARB) shall be comprised of three faculty members of the Division of Academic Affairs, the Director of Student Enrollment Management, and the Director of Financial Aid Services/Student Life. The ARB shall have jurisdiction to (a) consider appeals by students who have been academically dismissed, and (b) accept applications for readmission following academic dismissal. The Chair of the Committee shall be chosen from the Division of Academic Affairs. The Director of Enrollment

Management and Director of Financial Aid Services/Student Life shall serve as Ex-officio members of the Board.

The ARB’s decision must be unbiased, and scoring must be done independently based on the student’s academic history and current standing. Additionally, the ARB must consider all supporting documents presented with the petition before making decisions on students’ petitions, collectively.

Students seeking to appeal academic dismissal must submit, within a limited time period, a letter of appeal to the Academic Review Committee, c/o the Director of Enrollment Management. Included with this letter should be supporting documentation that offers extenuating circumstances for the student’s past academic
performance.

The ARB will review this letter and, at its discretion, interview the student before making a decision. The ARB shall make a determination regarding the appeal and notify the student in writing of its decision prior to the first day of classes of th semester proceeding after the filing of the appeal. The decision of the ARB shall be the final decision of the college; exceeded only by the College Dean/CEO, if warranted.

The process for a student to appeal his/her Suspension or Academic Dismissal Status ruling through the Academic Review Board (ARB) is as
follows:

• The student should obtain an Academic Appeal Form from the Department of Enrollment Management/Registrar; and return the completed form with a letter of petition. The letter must be written by the student.
• The letter should state reasons why the ARB should consider his/her appeal to continue enrollment.
• The advisor’s signature is required.
• The student is allowed to include additional information that will support his/her petition.
  o If necessary, letters of recommendation will be accepted.
• If the student is allowed to continue enrollment, he/she must follow the instructions as set by the ARB. Again, if the appeal is denied, the College
  Dean/CEO may review the case for reconsideration.

Campus Crime Reporting

W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) is a participant in the Title IV programs. This participation requires that the College be proactive in advising students, their parents, and the general public of certain categories of crimes committed in the geographic vicinity of the campus. In addition to WLBC responsibility to advise individuals of crimes, it is mandated to maintain records of crimes and to submit an annual report of crimes.

Therefore, based on the Federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), annual reports are requested from the local (City of Columbia,SC) Police Department to provide crime statistics for the locations in close vicinity to the W. L. Bonner College. These locations include the main campus, on-campus student residential facilities, off campus buildings or property that is owned or controlled by the College, or a
recognized student organization such as a fraternity, and public property immediately adjacent to the campus (on the street and sidewalks on both sides). This annual report must include statistics of specified crimes reported to local police agencies that occurred on or near campus
and on College controlled or affiliated property.

The criminal offences that the campus is required to report are the following offenses as defined by the FBI Uniform Crime Report (sex offenses are defined as the UCR-National Incident-Based Report System): murder/non-negligent manslaughter, negligent manslaughter: forcible sex offenses; nonforcible sex offenses; robbery; aggravated assault; burglary; motor vehicle theft;
and arson.

The campus security report provides detailed information regarding security practices at WLBC and crime statistics for the last three years. Additional information may also be obtained from the U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety and Security web site at
http://ope.ed.gov/security/.

The Crime Report will be provided to all students, and employees no later than October 1st of the current year, and will contain a summary of this policy and a list of crimes for the three (3) previous years.

W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) will send an electronic copy to all students and employees. A copy of the Crime Report will be published on the WLBC website. Also, paper copies of the report will be placed in public areas throughout the campus. The general public will be provided with an individual copy of the Crime Report as soon as possible, but no later than three (3) business days after their requests. Requests for the report are to be directed to the College
Dean/CEO or anyone designated by the College Dean as a “Campus Security Authority” to provide copies of the Crime Report upon request.

Campus Safety Committee:
The Campus Safety Committee comprises of: the College Dean/CEO (Chair), Director of Enrollment Management/Registrar, Chief Fiscal Officer, Director of Financial Aid Services, and a designated faculty member to oversee the Campus Security processes and procedures to ensure that the Campus Security reporting and disclosure requirements are carried out correctly and consistently to meet Title IV requirements.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
No one on campus is deemed to have Law Enforcement powers. Therefore, the carrying of any weapon is prohibited. In case of any crime committed on W. L. Bonner College campus representatives contacted. The City of Columbia South Carolina Police Department is to be called, immediately, for crimes on the campus. All employees and students will be notified immediately as deemed necessary. (Current contact information is maintained in the W. L. Bonner College Database System and hardcopies, and distributed to designated personnel to be used in case of emergency.)

Statement from Columbia South Carolina Police Department: It is the Mission of the Columbia Police Department to professionally protect and serve with virtue to reducing crime, thus, enhancing the quality of life, in the City of Columbia. This will be accomplished through various pro-active Crime Prevention strategies, techniques and programs working closely with all citizens throughout the city. (#1 Justice Square, Columbia, SC 29201 – 803-545-3500 or 911
– in case of emergency)

Class Attendance/Enrollment Policy

W. L. Bonner College recognizes the correlation between attendance and both student retention and achievement. Any class session or activity missed, regardless of cause, reduces the opportunity for learning and may adversely affect a student’s achievement in the course. Class attendance is required beginning with the first-class meeting, and students are expected to attend all class sessions for which they are registered.

It is the responsibility of the student to arrange to make up all course work missed because of legitimate class absences and to notify the instructor when an absence will occur. The instructor determines the effect of absences on grades. Students who are reported as never attending a course may be withdrawn from the class by the College; and depending on the date of last attendance, they may receive a punitive grade. Additionally, funds may be adjusted or rescinded for students who are receiving financial aid (See the Financial Aid Services section), or veterans’ benefits. The Registrar’s Office is required to report to Veterans Administration when hours fall below full-time status or there is a change in part-time hours.

Instructor: Instructors are required to monitor their attendance and report students who are not attending class during designated reporting periods each term.

The student is allowed one absence per class credit hour. However, instructors are given the option of allowing a student to complete the course based on the student’s documented circumstances and his or her progress in the course.

In online courses, instructors define expected interaction between themselves, students, and the class online learning management system. Inconsistent interaction and/or inconsistent use of the online system or course materials, regardless of cause, reduce the opportunity for learning that may result in a lower final grade or Institutional withdrawal.

The instructor’s course syllabus should include the instructor’s attendance policy and may include special circumstances under which students’ absences may be excused and stipulations or making up work and exams missed during instructor-excused absences. Instructors may require a more rigorous attendance policy due to program requirements. If so, specific course requirements must be noted in their syllabuses.

Late Attendance: The instructor should also report students who are habitually late for class; and may deduct points from final grade points.
The instructor of each class must provide contact information (phone and/or email) to each student at the beginning of the semester.

Class Enrollment – Students must be officially enrolled before they can attend class. Every student is required to inform the instructor if he/she will not be able to attend a class,

FOR ANY REASON; even then, the number of absences is limited. Online students are subject to the instructor’s ruling.

Additionally, all students are required to inform their instructor, and academic advisor, if he/she is not able to continue classes in a given semester; and also report to the Department of Enrollment Management /Registrar to obtain an official Withdrawal From Class Form, and a College Withdrawal Form, if applicable. (See policy on Class Withdrawal)

Drug Awareness Disclosure

Students and employees should be aware of health risks associated with alcohol abuse and the usage of illicit drugs:

• Alcohol is the most abused drug in the United States today.
• Alcohol is a drug that acts on the brain. It is potentially addicting, both physically and mentally.
• Alcohol abuse is irresponsible drinking which harms or endangers the drinker or other people.
• Alcohol abuse can result in violence, poor judgment and loss of coordination.
• Alcoholism is a disease characterized by a physical and mental dependence on alcohol. About 1 in 10 drinkers becomes an alcoholic.
• Alcohol consumed in heavy amounts over a period of years can result in brain damage, cancer to the mouth, stomach and esophagus, heart disease, liver damage, ulcers and gastritis as well as damage to other body organs.
• Prolonged excessive drinking can shorten life spans by 10 to 12 years.
• Drug abuse is a major problem that results when drugs are used improperly.
• Drug abuse is using natural or synthetic chemical substances for non-medical reasons to affect the body, mind and behavior.
• Abusing drugs can be dangerous especially when they are taken for a long time, in the wrong combinations or in excess.
• The use of drugs can lead to overdose and dependence, both physical and psychological.
• Long-term drug abuse can lead to mental illness, malnutrition and organ damage.
• The risk of AIDS, hepatitis, and other diseases increases if drugs are injected.
• The use of drugs may cause one to loose control, do things beyond one’s ability, and take foolish risks; causing accidents and injuries.
• Abusing drugs can also cause legal, economic and personal problems.
• People who abuse drugs often need help.
• Breaking a drug habit without outside help can be dangerous because of withdrawal symptoms and difficult because of the psychological need.

Grading Policy

All grades are permanently recorded on students’ academic transcripts and become a part of their scholastic record. An unsatisfactory grade (“D” or “F”) in a course must remain on the transcript and is used in calculation of the students’ grade point ratio. However, if students repeat a course, the new grade replaces the unsatisfactory grade for GPA calculations, but both grades remain a permanent part of the student’s transcript. Grade reports are mailed to students within four weeks after the end of each term. Faculty members have a maximum of two weeks after the final examinations to report course grades.

Grade Appeal Policy

Grades are determined solely by individual instructor of the class. Students who wish to contest a grade given by an instructor must attempt to resolve the matter with the faculty member concerned. To pursue this appeal, the student must be prepared, with evidence as to why the grade given by the instructor of the class is in error.

If the matter cannot be resolved with the individual instructor, the student may pursue the appeal by bringing it to the attention of the College Dean/CEO, who will confer with the faculty member and review all the evidence pertaining to the appeal. Grades may not be changed after graduation except when an error in the recording of a grade has occurred.

Graduation Policy

Commencement Exercises are held once a year at the end of each spring semester. Degrees are conferred once a year during Commencement Exercises (Graduation Ceremony); even if a student completes requirements for graduation in another term.
The terms “graduation” and “conferral of degree” are synonymous. Degree information (program and date) is awarded and posted on the student’s academic record once all completion requirements are satisfied.

Graduation Application Policy
The Graduation Application process begins each Fall Semester and ends the Spring Semester of each academic year. Students must file a formal request to graduate by completing an Application for Candidacy form with the Registrar’s Office. In order for it to be official, all required signatures must be obtained, including receiving approval to file from the students’ academic advisor.

Graduation Honors Policy
Students receiving exceptional grades will be awarded scholastic honors based upon their performance.
➢ Summa cum laude (highest honor) for grade point ratio above 3.80
➢ Magna cum laude (high honor) for grade point ratio from 3.60 to 3.79
➢ Cum laude (with honor) for grade point ratio from 3.30 to 3.59

All requirements must be met in order for the degree to be conferred.
All requirements and supporting documentation must be met and submitted to the Office of the Registrar before degrees can be posted on Students’ transcripts. This includes:

• Resolution of incomplete/missing grades
• Submission and approval of projects, examinations, etc.
• Transient Course/s – Transcripts from visiting college
• Grade changes
• Resolution of appeals, waivers, exemptions, and course substitutions, etc.
  ➢ Graduation/Program Completion Process
  • Faculty advisors monitors student progression towards curriculum completion requirement (via Student Degree Audit); and makes approval or denial decisions based on student’s graduation completion status.
  • The Registrar develops a graduation application and clearance process with the students and academic advisors; from the point of application until the actual graduation.
  • The Dean makes final determination of graduation completers based on degree or certificate requirements
• ➢ Graduation Rate of Completion – This institution purposes to provide services that assist its students in completing their programs within the specified period of time.
• ➢ Graduation Rates – Graduation statistical data are gathered and reported to administration and external reporting agencies as required.
• ➢ Graduate Placements – This institution has incorporated an internship course, and foundational internship, designed to help the student apply the theoretical and factual knowledge gained in the classroom to specific ministry settings. It provides basic preparation for all professional degree students to integrate the academic knowledge with practical situations to develop an understanding of the nature of the task of ministry. This is designed to give the graduate a greater probability to obtain employment in a desired field.
  ➢ Graduation Expenses – Graduation fees (based on each program) must be paid by the application deadline indicated for each term in the Calendar
  • Additional graduation expenses include regalia, invitations, and photographs.
    These expenses will be posted each academic year.
• ➢ Non-Degree Seeking – Students who are taking courses, but are not working toward a particular degree may later transfer credits earned to a certificate or degree if the courses are applicable to their program of study.
• ➢ Student records closed after graduation – No grade changes may be made to a student’s academic record after the degree has been awarded unless it is discovered an error was made.
• ➢ Name on the Diploma – The graduates have to option to choose the name to be posted on their diploma. Otherwise, their names will appear on the diplomas as they appear on academic records. However, to officially change the first name or surname on the transcript, the student must fill out a Name Change form, bring original supporting documentation, and submit it to the Office of the Registrar.
• ➢ Financial Obligations – Financial obligations to the college should be cleared before graduation. Nonpayment of fees will result in the withholding of transcripts, diplomas and certifications. (Students report to Fiscal Services Office.
• ➢ Cancellation of Graduation – Students who cancel their graduation application or whose applications are canceled by the administration or academic advisement must reapply to be considered for a subsequent graduation.

Incomplete Grade Policy

All work required in a course is due by the end of the term. Incomplete grades (“I” or “INC”) are given only when emergencies or physical difficulties prevent students from completing their work. Even then, there must be evidence that the students are passing the classes and would receive passing grades with minimum assignments remaining. Any coursework incomplete at the end of the term may be made up only at the discretion of the instructor, and in accordance
with his or her instructions. Any grade of “I/INC” (Incomplete) must be removed within ninety (90) days following the end of the term or the grade automatically becomes an “F.” However, students may be given extended time to remove Incomplete Grades if extenuating circumstances exists.

Special circumstances will only include situations beyond that students’ control and approval will be based on evidence provided by the students. If other evidence exists that would not substantiate such approval, the request will be denied.

If approved, the additional time will be stipulated in the Incomplete Contract; and must be adhered to, or grades of “F” will be assigned, administratively. The academic status ruling will apply.

A grade penalty may be assessed even though the student is allowed to make up the work.

Incomplete Work Extension – Extenuating Circumstances
Students may receive an extension to remove incomplete grades for courses pursued only if it is determined that extenuating circumstances exist. If medical, military or other special circumstances exist, official, supportive documentation must be presented to the Department of Enrollment Management/Registrar.

Examples of Extenuating Circumstances:
➢ Illness that requires the student to be under doctor’s care and prohibits class attendance

➢ An accident that causes the student to be unable to continue classes
➢ Special family emergency
➢ Called to active duty/active service (the student must present orders to the Registrar’s Office before approval can be considered)

In order to receive an extended deadline to remove incomplete (“I” or “INC”) grades based on extenuating circumstances, the students must obtain an Incomplete Grade Contract for Extenuating Circumstances from the Registrar and receive approval from the instructor of each class, Registrar and College Dean/CEO. (The Registrar’s Office staff will assist where necessary.)

Leave of Absence

W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) understands that sometimes students must interrupt their enrollment due to extenuating circumstances. A Leave of Absence (LOA) is a temporary interruption in a student (s) program of study. It refers to the specific time period during a program when a student is not in attendance. Students who must delay continued enrollment for reasons beyond their control, but wish to remain in their current curriculum catalog may request a LOA from college (based on maximum term of return agreed upon). Reasons can be: course(s) needed not being offered during current
semester; emergency sick leave; financial circumstances, etc.

Allowing students to take a LOA provides students with the opportunity to return to the College under the same Academic Program rules and policies in effect when they left. It also allows the College the opportunity to counsel students about the required actions to return upon the end of the leave. The approval is enforced once the student returns to school. A LOA must not exceed a total of 180 days (6 months) in a 12 month period. The 12 month period begins on the first day of the student’s initial LOA.

WLBC will approve the student’s request for a LOA in accordance with the College policy. WLBC must determine, before it grants an LOA, that there is a reasonable expectation that the student will return. For WLBC to make this determination, the reason for requesting the LOA must be known and documented.

Students must apply in advance for an LOA unless unforeseen circumstances prevent the student from doing so. For example: injury in a car accident; hospitalization, and other emergencies, which may make it impossible to complete the LOA within the required timeframe. In such cases, the student would not have been able to request the LOA in advance.

All student requests for a LOA must be submitted in writing, signed and dated. All requests for leave of absences must be documented using appropriate forms. Leave of Absence Forms are kept in the Department of Enrollment Management /Registrar and must receive approval.

APPROVED LEAVE OF ABSENCE PROCESS
Students can initiate a request for an approved leave of absence from WLBC in the Department of Enrollment Management/Registrar. Students should follow these steps in order to complete the process:

1. Students in good academic standing, who may need to interrupt their enrollment, due to extenuating circumstances, may pick up the Leave of Absence form.
2. Students must read and adhere to steps indicated in the application.
3. Students will complete the form with information including their WLBC email address and WLBC identification numbers as well as indicate the semester in which they request LOA.
4. Students will enter the Program (discipline), credit hours enrolled, semester they began at WLBC, the reason for the request and when they expect to return.
5. Students will sign and date the forms and return it to the Department of Enrollment Management/Registrar to complete the approval process.
6. Students will be notified, via WLBC email or by mail, if LOA application was approved or denied.

Non Discrimination

W.L. Bonner College (WLBC) does not discriminate in admission on the basis of religion, race, creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, marital status or disability. In addition, the College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability. In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, WLBC offers access and equal opportunity in its admission policies, academic programs and services, and employment.

Plagiarism

Students should display respect for the intellectual property of the authors whose work they study. Thus, allnstudents should refrain from making un-referenced words or thoughts from other authors. All references to the thoughts and words of such must be properly cited (see MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers: by Joseph Gibaldi).

Statement of Public Disclosure

W. L. Bonner College (WLBC) agrees to disclose to local, state, and/or national external governing bodies, any policies or actions taken regarding the existence and status of the College. Currently, the College  is not currently governed by the following agencies: 

United States Department of Education (USDE); The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (SCCHE); and The Council on Higher Education (CHEA). 

Transfer Credit Policy

The Director of Enrollment Management will complete the official transcript evaluation of previous college credits after the student has been accepted. Credits may be received for those students who are transferring credits (major or elective) of course work performed at 2.0 or better. Credits earned at other accredited
institutions (or institutions that are not accredited but has USDE or CHEA approval) with a C or better may be transferred toward student’s program of study at WLBC. Courses must be parallel or equivalent to the core curriculum of the student’s major program of study. Courses that are not parallel or equivalent may be
received as elective credits up to the limit of electives for the program in which the student enrolls at WLBC.

Only credits earned and accepted towards a degree will be recorded on the W. L. Bonner transcript as transfer work (the student’s previous grade point average (GPA) is not included); however, academic status is determined by cumulative accepted transfer credits, along with those quality hours attempted at W. L. Bonner College
References – three letters of recommendation from individuals who have knowledge of applicant’s spiritual
development and commitment, as well as academic potential is required: pastoral, professional, and personal.
Placement/Proficiency Testing – All students who have not attended colleges beyond high school are required
to take pre-examinations in English. All students are required to take pre-examinations in Bible/Theology. A
post-examination will be given at the completion of their program.
Registration – all students must finalize their registration by completing the registration and any other
applicable documentation, paying all necessary fees

WLBC:
• Accepts dual credit coursework
• Accepts transfer credits from accredited institutions
• Does not accept:
o AP credit
o Life experience credit

Transfer credit evaluation is based on:
• A grade of C (2.0) or better
• Course equivalency to WLBC curriculum
• Applicability to the student’s program of study