On-Campus Concurrent Enrollment Packet
NWACC
NORTHWEST ARKANSAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in the On-Campus Concurrent Program you must:
Be enrolled in an approved public, private or home schooled high school (All students enrolling for the
first time are required to submit a copy of their official High School Transcript)
Have a 3.0 cumulative GPA for general education classes
Have a 2.0 cumulative GPA for career & technical classes
Read and complete forms in this Concurrent Packet
Receive approval from high school counselor, and if under 18 years of age, approval from a parent or
guardian required
Apply for admissions online as a Concurrent Student at www.nwacc.edu
Schedule an appointment with a concurrent advisor
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Submit test placement scores and completed registration form to concurrent advisor at appointment
Students must be present for all advising appointments
Appointments are available at both the Bentonville Campus and the Washington County Center located in
Springdale. concurrent@nwacc.edu
Bentonville Campus 1:$&&Washington County Center
One College Drive 693B White Road
Bentonville, AR 72712 Springdale, AR 72762
Test Score Requirements
All college-level courses, one of the following minimum scores is required:
ACT Reading 19
COMPASS Reading 83 (Compass Test not available after Fall 2016)
SAT Critical Reading 480
ASPIRE 428
Accuplacer Reading 78
English Composition I, one of the following minimum scores is required:
ACT English 19
COMPASS Writing 80 (Compass Test not available after Fall 2016)
SAT Writing 480
ASPIRE 428
Accuplacer Sentence Skills 83
College Algebra, one of the following minimum score is required:
ACT Math 21
COMPASS Algebra 65 (Compass Test not available after Fall 2016)
SAT Math 500
ASPIRE 434
Accuplacer Elementary Algebra 86
Trigonometry or Finite Math with one of the following:
ACT Math 24-28
COMPASS Algebra 46 or higher
Accuplacer College Math 86
Completion of College Algebra with a C or better.
Standardized placement scores demonstrate college level academic readiness according to guidelines
determined by the State of Arkansas. All students who have not yet completed a college level math
course and received an ACT Math score of 17 or below, will need to take the math portion of the
$FFXSODFHU. Students testing below 19 on the English and/or Reading portions of the ACT will need to take the
reading and writing portion of $FFXSODFHU.
Developmental Courses
Only 12
th
grade students who have at least a 17 ACT sub-score in English, Reading or Math may enroll in
Developmental Courses in English, Reading or Math. Students can also take the ACT COMPASS test if their
ACT sub scores are not a 17 or higher. NWACC offers the following developmental courses: READ 0033
College Reading, ENGL 0063 Intermediate Writing, MATH 0013 Pre-Algebra, MATH 0053 Beginning Algebra,
and MATH 0103 Intermediate Algebra.
Waivers
A wavier to NWACC for permission to take concurrent classes may be filed by a student who has a grade point
average slightly below a 3.0 GPA and/or from a student who would like to take more than seven (7) college
credit hours during a given semester. A copy of the high school transcript will be required to file with the
waiver. The waiver is included in this packet. Waivers require the high school counselor’s signature after the
student as completed the form.
Registration
How do I register for a course?
Our registration packet is available from our website http://www.nwacc.edu/web/apply/concurrent-student/.
Once the registration form has been completed and you have completed the On-Campus Concurrent
Student Orientation Class you will make an appointment with one of the Concurrent Advisors to be registered
for classes. Completed form must have high school counselor signature, student signature and
parent/guardian signature if student is under 18 years of age. All class information including CRN, time and
date must be completed prior to obtaining high school counselor’s signature. If the cumulative GPA is
lower than 3.0 for general education courses, 2.0 for career & technical courses or requesting to enroll
in more than 7 hours the waiver form (found in the registration packet) must be completed.
An updated Concurrent Registration Form is required each semester in order to register for courses for the
On-Campus Concurrent Program. You will not be able to register for classes online. You will need to
schedule an appointment with one of the Concurrent Advisors. You will also not be able to drop a
class online. If you need to drop or change your schedule, please contact your Concurrent Advisor.
Students with Disabilities
For information or to schedule an appointment, please email mailto:disability@nwacc.edu or call (479) 986-
4076. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) is located in Room 114 on the first floor in the Student Center on
the Bentonville campus.
Academic accommodations and related supports are available to NWACC students with disabilities through the
Disability Resource Center (DRC). If you have received Special Education services (IEP or 504 plan) and/or if
you have a disability or medical concern which you feel may impact your access to or progress with being an
On Campus Concurrent student, and would like to request accommodations during your time at NWACC,
please contact the DRC for more information.
It is important to understand that even though you are still a high school student, your access needs for any
course that you take through NWACC is subject to the NWACC process and that any plan you and your
parent/guardian(s) have participated in through your high school (IEP or 504) will not apply to your NWACC
course(es).
Tuition and Refunds
How much does it cost to take courses?
On-Campus Concurrent Students will pay full college tuition based on our tuition schedule. Tuition and fee
schedule can be found in the Concurrent Packet. Payment or payment plan is due prior to classes starting.
Students are also responsible for purchasing the required textbooks. Students dropped for non-payment
can only be re-registered by contacting a concurrent advisor.
http://www.nwacc.edu/web/treasurer/tuition_fees
It is the responsibility of the student, their parent(s), or guardian(s) to pay tuition and fees or establish a
payment plan on or before the published last day to pay date listed on the Academic Calendar.
http://www.nwacc.edu/web/nwacc/calendar.php
Payment can be paid in full at the Treasurer’s Office in Bentonville or in Springdale. Payment plans can be set
up through your myNWACC Connection with Touchnet eServices by clicking on the Treasurer drop box.
Is it possible to withdraw from a class and get a refund?
If withdrawing by the 6
th
day of class, then you will receive a 100% refund. If withdrawing by the 11
th
day of
class, you will receive an 80% refund and a W on your college transcript. Refund time periods are posted on
the Academic Calendar on the NWACC website.
http://www.nwacc.edu/web/nwacc/calendar.php
An appointment with a Concurrent Advisor is required to withdrawal from a class.
How does Concurrent Enrollment affect my future eligibility for Financial Aid?
Note: This affects students who drop courses after the 100% refund date.
Effective July 1, 2011, changes to Federal Student Financial Aid rules regarding Satisfactory (SAP) impact
students enrolling in concurrent and dual enrollment courses.
Federal Law requires that all college coursework be measured to determine academic success, including
Concurrent and Dual Enrollment courses.
Before each academic year (fall-summer) colleges and universities will review grades including concurrent
courses taken in high school, to make sure students maintain a 2.0 GPA and a 67% course completion rate. If
not, students will have until the end of the high school career to bring their GPA and/or course completion up or
potentially be denied financial aid after high school. Failing a course and not completing a course carries the
same consequence.
NWACC Resources
Do I have access to NWACC Internet resources?
Yes, myNWACC Connection gives you access to your own email account, NWACC Library, Tutoring
Services, and much more.
To access myNWACC Connection:
Go to www.nwacc.edu
Click on myNWACC Connection
Enter your login and password
Change your password, as prompted
If you experience any technical difficulties, or do not know your login and/or password please
contact the IT Help Department at (479) 619-4376.
How do I get an NWACC ID card and parking pass?
You can get your ID and parking pass at either the Bentonville Campus or the Washington County
Center. Driver’s license and copy of class scheduled required.
Can I use the NWACC library?
Yes, with your NWACC ID card you will have full access to the NWACC library. You can also access
the library through our website: http://www.nwacc.edu/web/library/.
How do I check my NWACC email?
Click on the word ‘Mail’ found under the LaunchPad drop box. Your NWACC email is the official form
of communication. This will be the only email account instructors and staff will use to correspond with
students.
Grades, Transcripts and Credit Transfer
On-Campus Concurrent students must receive a “C” or better in all concurrent coursework to remain in the On-
Campus Concurrent Program. Students may re-take a course while still in high school when a “C” or below is
received if they maintain a 2.0 cumulative NWACC GPA and a 3.0 cumulative high school GPA. If a student is
enrolled in ONLY ONE concurrent class and receives a grade of ‘C’ or below they cannot re-take that course
unless approved by the VP of Learning. All grades received for college courses will be posted on NWACC
college transcript.
How do I get a copy of my grades?
You may request a transcript from our Student Records Office in person or through myNWACC Connection.
You can also view your grades in your myNWACC Connection under the Student Records drop box. The cost
per official transcript is $5.00
Grades, Transcripts and Credit Transfer (Continued)
How do I transfer the college credit to my high school and/or another college or university?
You must request an official copy of your NWACC transcript to be sent to your high school or
college/university. The cost per official transcript is $5.00 and can be requested in person or through your
myNWACC Connection.
Immunization Records
Any student taking twelve (12) or more credit hours at NWACC must submit a copy of their immunization
records to the NWACC Student Records/Registrar’s Office documenting immunity against measles, mumps,
and rubella.
Textbooks
For your convenience you may purchase your textbooks and class supplies at the NWACC Campus Bookstore
using your class schedule. The bookstore is located in the Becky Panietz Student Center. For store hours,
please contact (479) 636-2222.
Future NWACC Student
If you are interested in attending NWACC after you graduate high school, you will need to re-apply for
admissions as a first time college student and complete the First-Time College Student Enrollment
steps available on the Admissions Webpage. Concurrent Students who wish to continue at NWACC after
high school graduation are still required to attend Orientation. You will register online for your classes after you
have attended an Orientation Session and met with one of our Academic Advisors.
Processed By:___________________
Date:__________________________
Scanned By: ____________________
Date:__________________________
On-Campus Concurrent Registration Form
Student ID:_______________ Student Name:______________________________________
High School:____________________________ Grade Level: __ 9
th
__10
th
__11
th
__12
th
Semester: __Fall __ Spring __ Summer Year:________________
This section MUST be completed with your high school/home school counselor PRIOR to your On-Campus
Concurrent advising appointment. College credit will be awarded for all courses taken at NWACC. NWACC
does not award high school credit. It is the responsibility of the concurrently enrolled student to discuss the option
for high school credit with the high school/home school counselor.
Example:
CRN
Subject/Course
Course Title
Credit
Hour
Time
Online
Instructor
12252
CISQ 1103
Intro to
Computers
3
M & W
9am-10:15
No
Smith, Linda
CRN
Subject/Course
Course
Title
Credit
Hour
Time
Online
Location
Instructor
Please note: Successful completion of a Developmental Course at one college DOES NOT guarantee course
placement at another college. Developmental Course will count as Career & Technical Credit at the high
school. Student must be in 12
th
grade to register for a Developmental Course.
For High School or Home School Counselor Completion:
I, _____________________________(Print Name), have reviewed and authorize the above course(s) and
recommend the student enroll in them without reservation. Additionally, I confirm that the student has the appropriate
prerequisites, placement scores and GPA.
Principal/Counselor Signature: _____________________________Date:_______________GPA:___________
For student and parent completion:
I, _________________________(Print Name), have reviewed and authorized registration into the above course(s). I
understand that it is the student’s responsibility to check their schedule for the correct days and times. I also
understand that the student is responsible for setting up a payment plan or paying tuition and fees in full. I understand
that if I do not pay before the payment deadline posted on the Academic Calendar, I may be dropped from my
classes for non-payment.
_____________________________________ ________________________________________
Student Signature & Date (required) Parent/Guardian Signature & Date
(Required if student is under 18 yrs.)
Processed By:__________________
Date: ________________________
Scanned By: __________________
Date:_________________________
On-Campus Concurrent Waiver Request
Student ID #:_____________ Name:______________________________________________
Reason for Waiver Request (check all that apply):
___ High School GPA is below 3.0
___ NWACC GPA is below 2.0
___ Request to enroll in more than seven (7) credit hours this semester
Waiver Requested for ___ Fall ___Spring ___ Summer Year______
Name of High School:________________________________ Cumulative HS GPA:______
Name of test placement scores:___________________________________
Test placement scores: _______ Reading _______ Math _______ English/Writing
Total proposed college hours this semester: ________ Job hours this semester_______
Total number of proposed high school classes this semester and course names:
Reason student requests waiver this semester (attach High School transcript):
High School Counselor’s comments (REQUIRED)
I recommend the student to take the above courses(s) without reservation.
_____________________________ __________
Counselor’s Signature Date
_____________________________ __________
Student’s Signature Date
_____________________________ __________
NWACC Representative Date
Processed by: ________
Date: _______________
Scanned by: _________
Date: _______________
Consent to Release Information
Name: _____________________________ Student ID or SSN: __________________
Email: _____________________________ Phone: _____________________________
Current Address: ________________________________ ___________ ______ ___________
Street City State Zip Code
Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), students are given the right to have
some control over the disclosure of information from their educational records. FERPA applies to the
educational records of persons who are, or have been, in attendance in postsecondary institutions,
regardless of age.
The purpose of this form is to make clear to whom the student has given consent to receive Academic
Information from NorthWest Arkansas Community College. Information released to the requested
individual will be used to their discretion. This form will be kept in the student’s official academic record.
I _______________________________, hereby grant permission to release confidential
Academic Information to:
___________________________________ ______________________________
Recipient’s Name Relationship to Student
_________________________________________ ___________________________________
Recipient’s Email Recipient’s Phone
_________________________________________ __________________________________
Recipient’s Address Passcode
Above recipient may have access to the following student information: Check all that apply
This Consent to Release of Academic Information is to remain valid until my graduation unless I have set
an alternative date in the following area. Please check one:
Graduation OR Expiration Date: ______________________
Student Signature: _____________________________ Date: ___________________
Academic Records Financial Aid Information Conduct Information
Payment Information Disability Services VA Information
On-Campus Concurrent Student Admissions
Checklist
____ Complete the online application as a Concurrent Student Type
____ Complete the Concurrent Registration Form (Must have counselor’s signature and GPA
verification.)
____ If needed, Complete the On-Campus Concurrent Wavier Request (Must have counselor’s
signature with a copy of high school transcript.)
____ Schedule an Appointment with a Concurrent Advisor
(Bentonville Campus or the Washington County Center)
____ Submit ACT or COMPASS Placement Scores to the Concurrent Advisor
____ Set up a payment plan or pay in full
____ Get Student ID Card and Parking Pass (1
st
Floor of Becky Panietz Student Center or at
the Washington County Center)
____ Purchase Books
Student Name:______________________________
NWACC Student ID: ________________________
Username: _________________________________
Password: _________________________________
Revised 02/02/16