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2020-2021 CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKENTERPRISE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGECOLLEGE CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOK2020-2021Ac c re ditationEnterprise CampusEnterprise State Community College is accredited by the SouthernP.O. Box 1300 / 600 Plaza DriveAssociation of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to awardEnterprise, Alabama 36331/36330Associate’s degrees and certificates.(334) 347-2623Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or callContact the Commission on(404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Enterprise StateCommunity College. Specific questions regarding ESCC’s educationalprograms, admission requirements, financial aid, and other mattersrelated specifically to the College should be forwarded directly tothe College.Alabama Aviation College at Ozark3405 U. S. Highway 231 SouthOzark, AL 36360(334) 774-5113memberSouthern Association of Colleges and SchoolsAmerican Association of Community CollegesAlabama Community College AssociationAlabama Community College System Instructional Officers AssociationAlabama Community College System Public Relations AssociationAlabama Community College System Training for Existing Business and Industry NetworkSouthern Association of Collegiate Associate Dean of Students forAlabama Aviation College at AndalusiaEnrollment Managements and Admissions Officers21760 Bill Benton LaneNational Association of College and University Business OfficersAndalusia, AL 36421Alabama Association of College and University Business Officers(334) 222-0133Alabama Community College System Financial Management AssociationAssociation of Alabama College AdministratorsNational Association of Student Financial Aid AdministratorsSouthern Association of Student Financial Aid AdministratorsAlabama Association of Student Financial Aid AdministratorsCouncil on Resource DevelopmentCouncil for Alabama Resource DevelopmentThe information and statements set forth in this Catalog and Student Handbook are for informational purposes only. These provisions are subject tochange by Enterprise State Community College and Alabama Community College System officials without notice and do not constitute an irrevocablecontract between any student and Enterprise State Community College. Considering that academic requirements for graduation can be changedwithout actual notice to individual students, it is especially important that students keep themselves apprised of current graduation requirements fortheir particular degree programs. Although the publisher of this Catalog and Student Handbook has made every reasonable effort to attain factualaccuracy herein, no responsibility is assumed for editorial, clerical, or printing errors occasioned by honest mistake. For current information, contactthe Office of the Dean of Instruction at the Enterprise Campus at (334) 347-2623, ext. 2241.2
2020-2021 CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKFROM THE PRESIDENTEnterprise State Community College,Your Investment in Excellence.Welcome to Enterprise State Community College!Our college’s mission is to ensure that you gain theultimate educational experience while convenientlystudying close to where you live and work. Our facultyand staff take pride in our personal approach toserving the “whole student.” We strive to meet theneeds for the intellectual, social, ethical, professional,cultural and creative facets of students’ lives.At ESCC and our Alabama Aviation College campuses,you have many options that allow you to personalizeyour learning experience. Whether you are here foran associate degree, to transfer that degree to a fouryear institution, or to obtain training for preparationfor tomorrow’s marketplace, we are dedicated tohelping you reach success. You can take one classor a full load. You can learn in our classrooms andlaboratories, or you can take courses online.I am pleased that you have decided to become a partof our community of scholars. Students, faculty andstaff working together here generate growth andenthusiasm for learning and life. I hope this publicationserves you well and that your association with ESCC willbe happy and rewarding. Most important, I hope youare able to achieve your educational and professionalgoals with us.M att Rodge rsPresident3
2020-2021 CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKtable of contentsCOLLEGE CALENDAR.6GENERAL INFORMATION.8Mission of Alabama Community College System.8Mission of Enterprise State Community College.8College Level Competencies.9Quality Enhancement Plan.9Administration & Control.10History.11The President’s Council.14Other Councils.14The Physical Plant - Enterprise Campus.15The Physical Plant - Alabama Aviation College at Ozark.16The Physical Plant - Alabama Aviation College at Andalusia.17Equal Opportunity in Education and Employment.17Americans With Disabilities Act.18Sexual Discrimination Policy.19Drug Abuse Prevention Policy.19Tobacco Usage Policy.20Contagious Disease Policy.20Grievance Policies and Procedures for Students.21Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act.22Intellectual Property.22Where to Go for Information.23ADMISSIONS POLICIES.25Required Documentation.25Admission of First Time College Students.25Admission of Transfer Students.28General Principles for Transfer of Credit.29Admission of Transient Students.30Placement Testing Policy.30Accelerated High School Students.34Dual Enrollment For High School Students.35Admission of Non-Citizens/International Students.37Special Students.38Admission Procedures.38Admission to Course, Readmission to Course for Students Reported as No-Shows.39TUITION & FEES.40FINANCIAL AID.42General Information.42Eligibility.42Financial Aid Programs Available at Enterprise State Community College.42Financial Aid Application Checklist.43Verification Requirements.45Required Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress.45Evaluation of Satisfactory Academic Progress.47Veterans’ Benefits.47Required Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress for Veterans.50Certification of Veterans.50Tuition Assistance.51Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts Program.52Alabama National Guard Educational Assistance Program.52ESCC Scholarships.52The ESCC Foundation Scholarships.54Scholarships in the Process of Being Endowed.61Memorial/Special Scholarships.61How to Apply for Scholarships.63Student Services.64Mission and Goals.64Counseling.64Student Support Services.65Testing Program.66Library/Learning Resources.684
2020-2021 CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOKComputer Lab - Ozark Campus.69College Transfer Day.69Master Student.70Orientation.70ESCC Bookstores.70ESCC Student Organizations.70Chaperoned Events.74Other Student Activities.74Academic Advising.75Student Code of Conduct.76Information Technology (IT) Policy.78Disciplinary Procedures.86Organization of the Disciplinary Committee.87Due Process.88Disciplinary Sanctions.90Nonstudent Sanctions.91Drug Testing of Student Athletes.91Preventing Sexual Assault/Acquaintance Rape.91Inspection of the College’s Facilities.92Disclosure of Campus Security Policies and Campus Crime Statistics.92Traffic and Parking.94Student Health Services.97Security and/or Promotion of the College.97Fundraising.97Free Speech Zone.97ACADEMIC POLICIES.98Grading.98Grade Appeal Process.98Quality Points.99Course Forgiveness.99Incompletes. 100Auditing. 100Distance Learning Policy. 100Degrees and Certificates. 105Degree Requirements. 106Dual Enrollment. 106Attendance. 107Admission to Course, Readmission to Course for Students Reported as No-Shows. 108Procedures for Appealing Dismissal From Aviation Maintenance Technology Classes For Missing Excessive Instructional Time. 109Attendance Verification. 109Excused Absences. 110Standards of Academic Progress. 110Standards of Progress Policy. 110Intervention for Student Success. 110Application of Standards of Progress - Academic Standing Status. 111Process for Appeal for Readmission. 112Definition of Terms. 112The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. 113Final Examinations. 114Dropping or Adding a Class. 115Withdrawal From a Course/Complete Withdrawal From the College. 115Academic Bankruptcy.
ENTERPRISE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE COLLEGE CATALOG & STUDENT HANDBOOK 2020-2021 Enterprise Campus P.O. Box 1300 / 600 Plaza Drive Enterprise, Alabama 36331/36330
