ARTICULATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF COMMUNITY COLLEGES
AND
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
A Statement of Philosophy and Intent
The State of Florida, a national leader in higher education, has given broad policy
direction to the system of postsecondary education with regard to transfer and articulation
between and among two- and four-year institutions. A statewide articulation agreement exists in
Florida Statutes and Florida Administrative Code to establish an effective and orderly transfer
process for students entering a state community college, completing an Associate in Arts degree,
and transferring to a state university. Florida Statutes also encourage collaboration between the
public and independent sectors of postsecondary education.
Strayer University is an independent proprietary institution, established in 1892, that
offers associate in arts, bachelor of science, master of science, and master of business
administration degrees. The main campus is located in Washington, D.C., and is regionally
accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. With two branch
campuses located in Tampa, Florida, Strayer University is licensed by the State of Florida.
The purpose of this agreement is to set forth the uniform conditions regarding articulation
between the Florida Community College System (FCCS) and Strayer University. It is intended
to increase the options available to Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) graduates of the Florida Community College System who
are seeking further educational opportunities via the traditional classroom setting or online
instruction. This agreement serves as an overarching statement of cooperation between the
FCCS and Strayer University, thus benefiting FCCS graduates in all degree programs. However,
it is not intended to supersede more specific college and program articulation agreements as
developed in geographic areas served by campuses of Strayer University. This articulation
agreement between the FCCS and Strayer University was established in 2007.
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ARTICULATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE FLORIDA DIVISION OF COMMUNITY COLLEGES
AND
STRAYER UNIVERSITY
This Articulation Agreement is entered into this 15th day of May, 2007, by and between
the Florida Division of Community Colleges and Strayer University.
WHEREAS
, the parties desire to promote the most efficient and effective use of their
resources and to offer students the broadest possible range of educational opportunities, and
WHEREAS
, the parties desire to encourage and facilitate the establishment of specific
articulation provisions between Florida’s public community colleges and Strayer University, and
WHEREAS
, the intent of this agreement is to facilitate the transfer of associate degree
students from Florida’s public community colleges to Strayer University,
NOW, THEREFORE,
the parties agree to cooperate in articulating programs in
accordance with the terms set forth herein.
I. Strayer University shall recognize the Associate in Arts degree as the “2+2” transfer
degree from the Florida Community College System. However, other associate degrees shall be
recognized and transfer on a course-by-course basis as further clarified in this document.
II. Strayer University shall publish an Articulation Manual that specifies the programs
articulated with the associate degree, including the course requirements and related prerequisite
courses for each program. This Articulation Manual will be made available to students, faculty,
and advisors through the FACTS.org website and updated on an annual basis.
III. Strayer University shall develop course equivalency tables, specifically for program
prerequisites and course requirements, insofar as it is reasonable and necessary to do so. Courses
that are designated as equivalent in objectives, content, and credit hours must be treated as
equivalent for all community colleges.
IV. Strayer University shall annually provide data to the Division of Community Colleges on
the number of FCCS graduates by academic term who enroll under the provisions of this
agreement and graduate with the baccalaureate degree.
V. Strayer University and the Division of Community Colleges shall agree to the following
conditions:
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Associate in Arts Degree Articulation
A. Community college students who transfer with the Associate in Arts degree under
the terms of this Agreement shall enter with junior standing and all credit awarded by a
community college will transfer to Strayer University, which includes a minimum of 60 credits
earned at the community college. However, the student must meet the specific degree course
requirements of Strayer University, which may mean extending the number of credit hours to
earn the degree, if the 60 hours transferred and applied do not include all of the degree
prerequisites or graduation requirements.
B. Community college students who transfer with the Associate in Arts degree under
the terms of this Agreement shall be considered as having completed the general education
requirements of Strayer University. However, Strayer University may specify additional courses
that must be completed prior to the awarding of the baccalaureate degree. These courses may be
completed at either institution.
Associate in Science Degree Articulation
C. Appropriate courses within the Associate in Science degree will articulate to
baccalaureate degree programs when applying to a related degree program at Strayer University.
Courses taken as part of the Associate in Science degree to meet the general education
requirements of the community college will transfer and apply toward the Strayer University
general education credit hours required for the baccalaureate degree. No additional general
education credit hours can be required except to complete the total general education hours
required by Strayer University. Related degree programs offered by the FCCS that are covered
under this agreement include but are not limited to:
Accounting Technology
Business Administration & Management
Financial Services
Marketing Management
Travel & Tourism Industry Management *
Hospitality & Tourism Management*
Culinary Management*
Database Technology
Computer Information Technology
Computer Programming & Analysis
Networking Services Technology
*Pending approval of Strayer University’s BBA option in Hospitality Management.
Other degree programs not listed herein will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
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Associate in Applied Science Degree Articulation
D. Appropriate courses within the Associate in Applied Science degree will
articulate to baccalaureate degree programs when applying to a related degree program at Strayer
University. Related degree programs offered by the FCCS that are covered under this agreement
include but are not limited to:
Accounting Technology
Business Administration & Management
Financial Services
Marketing Management
Travel & tourism Industry Management*
Hospitality & tourism Management*
Culinary Management*
Database Technology
Computer Information Technology
Computer Programming & Analysis
Networking Services Technology
*Pending approval of Strayer University’s BBA option in Hospitality Management.
Other degree programs not listed herein will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
General Articulation Provisions
E. Transfer students shall meet the same standards and program requirements as
native students. This includes admissions requirements (i.e., standard high school diploma, high
school equivalency diploma, or other credential as authorized by Florida Statutes), college
placement testing, and prior successful completion of all college preparatory coursework as
mandated by state approved assessments and standards. Failure to demonstrate adherence to
agreed-upon standards of individual student college readiness may abrogate guarantees for
transfer of credit for specific students or termination of this agreement.
F. A community college student transferring under the terms of this Agreement shall
be governed by the graduation requirements set forth in the Strayer University catalog in effect at
the time of the student’s initial enrollment in a community college, provided the student receives
an associate degree and transfers to Strayer University within six years of initial enrollment in a
community college. The student also will have the option of graduating under the catalog in
effect at the time of transfer.
G. Admission of a community college student to Strayer University will depend on
the number of spaces in each academic year or an academic program and the continuation of the
program. Program discontinuance will remove any obligation (beyond those protections
afforded to native students) of Strayer University to comply with the provisions of the
Articulation Agreement relative to the discontinued program.
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H. Strayer University requires a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of not less
than 2.0 for admission purposes. However, for those students who have earned the associate
degree and who have been admitted to Strayer University, course grades of “C-“ or “D” will
transfer in as part of the degree program.
I. Credit awarded by a community college as experiential credit and/or credit
awarded by exam, such as College Level Examination Program (CLEP), International
Baccalaureate (IB) Program, Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) Program,
and Advanced Placement (AP), while acceptable to satisfy associate degree requirements, may or
may not satisfy specific requirements of the baccalaureate degree.
J. Programmatically, the forgiveness policy for Strayer University shall prevail.
K. Authority over all academic policies or practices not mentioned in this agreement
shall remain with Strayer University.
VI. During the period of this Agreement, the Division of Community Colleges shall:
A. Publicize the Articulation Agreement among the faculty, staff, and students in the
Community College System via the FACTS.org website maintained by the Florida Center for
Advising and Academic Support as well as other Department of Education and Division of
Community Colleges publications, correspondence, and outreach activities.
B. Make available to community college faculty members, counselors, students, and
other appropriate individuals within the Florida Community College System, the Strayer
University admission requirements; preferred general education requirements; program
prerequisite courses, other related requirements, and the course equivalency lists. This will be
done via the FACTS.org website maintained by the Florida Center for Advising and Academic
Support.
VII. Both parties agree:
A. To cooperate on curricular and advising issues that will facilitate future student
transfer.
B. To encourage the development of scholarships and other financial aid
opportunities for community college transfer students who are directly affected by this
Agreement.
C. To foster communication between Strayer University, the Division, and Florida’s
Community College System. The following individuals will serve as liaison officers for matters
relating to this agreement:
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Florida Division of Community Colleges
:
Dr. Judith Bilsky
Executive Vice Chancellor
Florida Division of Community Colleges
325 W. Gaines Street, #1314
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-0400
(850) 245-9452 or
judith.bilsky@fldoe.org
Strayer University:
Lloyd B. Tredwell
National College Relations Manager
Strayer University
431 Maple Avenue
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
(518) 306-4242 or
lloyd.tredwell@strayer.edu
Both parties agree to notify the other of any changes in contact information for their respective
liaison officers.
D. To provide for periodic review of the Agreement to strengthen articulation
between the Florida Community College System and Strayer University. A review should be
initiated by the Division at the end of the first year following initial implementation of the
Agreement and every three years thereafter.
VIII. Applicable Law. This Agreement will be governed and construed in accordance with the
laws of the State of Florida and the rules of the State Board of Education.
IX. Modifications. Any modifications, additions, or deletions to this Agreement must be in
writing and signed by both parties. The designated representatives are the President of Strayer
University and the Chancellor for Florida Community Colleges.
X. Termination of the Articulation Agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement
by giving written notice to the other party. The notice shall state the effective date of termination
which shall be at least one year after the date on which the notice is received by the other party.
Any student enrolled in a community college during the time this Agreement is in effect shall
continue to receive the benefits of the Agreement until the effective date, one year after
notification, provided all conditions contained herein are met by the student.
This Articulation Agreement between Strayer University and the Division of Community
Colleges was accepted and approved by the participating entities this 15th day of May, 2007.
By:
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______________________________ By:
*
_________________________________
President, Strayer University Chancellor, Florida Community Colleges
THIS AGREEMENT shall take effect immediately, and shall remain in effect until terminated by
either party.
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A signed copy is available from the Division of Community Colleges upon request.
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