Computation of Credit Hours by Course

Policy Owner: Chief Academic Officer

Policy Statement:

The purposes of this policy are to articulate Manhattan Area Technical College’s practice regarding assignment of student credit hours, demonstrate compliance with commonly-accepted educational practices, and ensure that the College awards educational credits in a manner consistent with federal regulations and the expectations of the Higher Learning Commission.

Policy Rational:

To ensure the use of a consistent standard for determining the appropriate amount of time a class should meet, depending upon the type of instruction that is being delivered.

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Date: July 14, 2016

Type of Action: Revision