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ACE Student – Step 3: Receiving Credit

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.
  • Accessing Palomar College Transcripts: Log into MyPalomar with your Palomar ID and password HERE. On the left panel under “Academics” select “View Unoffical Transcripts” check to see if your grade as been posted. Remember that credit is transcribed over the fall semester following course completion.
  • Requesting Transcripts: On the left panel under “Academics” select “Request Offical Transcripts” where you will be taken to the Parchment website and students can request transcripts to be sent to another institution. The first two transcript requests are free!
    • 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.
TaskDeadline
Spring Term – Palomar College Application (2-3 Days to Process)September 1st – May 15th
Create CATEMA Account and Enroll in CATEMA CourseJune 1st