3A. RECEIVING CREDIT:
- Pass Both Semesters: Achieve a grade of B or higher in both semesters of the high school course.
- Pass Final Exam/Project: Obtain a grade of B or higher on the final exam/project. This grade will be posted on the official transcript.
- Transcript Notation: The final exam grade will be displayed on the college transcript with a notation indicating Credit by Exam.
- Grades Below B: Students who receive a C or lower will not have anything posted on their transcript.
After Completion of the Course:
- Post Grades on CATEMA: Teachers will post final course and exam grades on CATEMA.
- Enrollment and Transcripts: Palomar College will enroll students and post official grades on transcripts. Credit is transcribed over the fall semester following course completion.
- Requesting Transcripts: Request transcripts to be sent to another institution. The first two transcript requests are free! This is typically done once a student is a graduating senior.
- No Need for Palomar Students: If the student plans to attend Palomar College after graduation, there is no need to submit transcripts.
Credit Transfer Information:
- Depending on the course, credits may satisfy prerequisites or count toward certificates, Associate Degrees, and/or transfer to a four-year institution. The application of transfer credit, including credit by exam, is determined by each individual college or university.
- Most transferable articulated courses are recognized as lower-division elective credits. It is recommended that students consult with a counselor for detailed information on how their credits will transfer to a specific CSU or UC campus and major.
| Task | Deadline |
| Spring Term – Palomar College Application (2-3 Days to Process) | September 1st – May 15th |
| Create CATEMA Account and Enroll in CATEMA Course | June 1st |