What are transitional classes?
Transitional classes are also known as developmental or remedial courses. They focus on helping students improve their reading, writing, or math skills.
Are transitional classes for credit?
Transitional classes do not carry what we call “college-level” credits, which means that they do not count toward the credits you need to earn to complete a degree. However, they are each three-credit hours, which means you will pay tuition and fees for each one you take and you will attend the class about three hours a week. Because UCA doesn’t award credit toward your degree for transitional classes, the grades you make in them are not counted toward your cumulative GPA.
Why do I have to take transitional classes?
UCA policy requires that students who do not earn certain standardized test scores on reading, writing, and math sections of the test must demonstrate they are college through our transitional courses. Mathematics, Reading, and Writing Placement Policy
What are corequisite classes?
Corequisite classes are two courses that are paired with each other and co-required, meaning you must take both of them rather than one or the other. For example, if you need to enroll in Foundations of College Algebra, you must also take the paired College Algebra course during the same semester.
Do I have the same professor for both classes?
In our math courses, you will have the same professor for both corequisite courses. However, in our literacy corequisite courses, you will have two professors.
How long do I have to complete my transitional courses?
Students required to complete transitional (UNIV) courses must enroll in at least one transitional course in their first semester. Students must continue to enroll in all required courses each subsequent semester until successfully completed or they meet any of the conditions for placements as described in § 2 UCA’s Placement Policy. Transitional students receiving the Arkansas Challenge Scholarship must complete all transitional courses during the first 30 hours taken after receipt of the scholarship to maintain scholarship eligibility. Consult your financial aid counselor for more information about continuing eligibility for the Arkansas Challenge Scholarship.
How will I know if I have completed my transitional requirements?
A grade of D or higher in the college-level First Year Seminar Course or a grade of C or better in UNIV 0370 fulfills both the transitional reading and transitional writing requirements.
A grade of D or better in the college-level Mathematics course signifies completion of the transitional math requirement.
What can I do to make sure I succeed in my corequisite courses?
We recommend that you attend all class sessions in both courses and complete the assigned work are the first steps in succeeding. You may also consider visiting with your professor or attending tutoring sessions to ensure you are making progress in your courses.
What if I still have questions about my transitional requirements?
Come see the chair in Main Hall 108 or call 501-450-3220.
We would be happy to help you.