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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is CCC2NAU?

A. This program is designed to help you maximize your studies at CCC and transition to NAU to earn a bachelor's degree in the most effective way. A designated advisor will work with you to develop an academic plan to suit your particular needs. Completion of an Associate's degree is encouraged.

Q: Why should I be interested in CCC2NAU?

A. There are many program benefits:
-- Professional, specialized advising to help you reach your goals
-- Help with meeting all NAU admissions requirements
-- No application fee at either CCC or NAU
-- Option to dual enroll at both NAU and CCC
-- Access to NAU services and events through NAU ID card
-- Easy transfer of records and information between CCC and NAU
-- Ability to join NAU student clubs
-- Reduced tuition at CCC

Q: What are the requirements of this program?

A. You must:
-- Enroll in at least one class at CCC the term you begin the CCC2NAU program
-- Must not be concurrently enrolled in high school
-- Attend an orientation and sign a participant agreement in your first semester of the program
-- Meet with the CCC2NAU advisor for an individual advising appointment
- -Maintain continuous enrollment i.e. don't stop out for more than three semesters
-- Still have at least one semester left at CCC before you transition to NAU
-- Have never enrolled at NAU in the past 10 years

Q: When can I apply to the CCC2NAU Program?

A. After you have been admitted to Coconino Community College with a (RE) Regular Student status.
-- If you are a concurrently enrolled high school student and listed at a (SP) Special Student you must wait until the last semester of your high school year to submit your application. Make sure you update your classification from (SP) to (RE). Forms for this update can be obtained at through CCC Registrar’s Office.

Q: What if I attended NAU before?

A. If you were enrolled previously at NAU within the last 10 years, you are not eligible for CCC2NAU.

Q: What if I applied to NAU but was denied admission?

A. If you were denied admission because of not meeting NAU admission criteria, the CCC2NAU program is perfect for you. When you apply to CCC2NAU, be sure to submit a different email address than the one you applied with originally on your initial NAU application as otherwise you will be asked to pay a $25 fee.

Q: What if I am interested in the program only for the benefits and access to NAU events and services?

A. The CCC2NAU program is developed for students who are willing to work with the designated academic and career advisor on advancing their educational goals with an intention to earn a bachelor degree from NAU. The access to NAU events and services is just a complement of the program and not its main feature.

Q: Does the program guarantee I will get into an NAU undergraduate program?

A. We cannot guarantee admission to NAU but we will help you identify and work towards NAU's admission requirements.

Q: Can I participate in the program if I live outside of Flagstaff?

A. Yes, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria. Advisors are willing to setup phone appointments and conduct e-advising. Orientations are provided in person so you would need to come to Flagstaff for an orientation.

Q: Do I have to be a full-time student to be in the program?

A. No. However, full-time enrollment (12 credit hours per term) might be required to maximize financial aid.

Q: What are some additional benefits?

A. As a participant of the CCC2NAU program, you will be able to use many resources available to a typical NAU student. You can join student clubs and organizations, attend athletic and other student events, and have enhanced privileges at Cline Library. Other services and programs such as the Health and Learning Center and Dining Services require fees. To access most of the resources you will use a JacksCard (NAU ID card).

Q: How do I obtain a JacksCard?

A. The NAU student ID card, called the JacksCard, is used to access a variety of facilities and privileges. The fee for the JacksCard is waived for all CCC2NAU participants. To receive your card make sure you have provide NAU's Health Center with immunization records to have your measles hold removed. Visit your CCC2NAU advisor for a voucher that you can bring to the NAU JacksCard office to obtain your NAU ID.

Q: What do I need to do to use the Health and Wellness Center?

A. First you have to get your JacksCard. Next, you need to pay the Health and Wellness fee established for that term. This will provide an access to the wellness facilities and programs for the semester. See your CCC2NAU advisor for details.

Q: I've heard that NAU students have to turn in proof of immunizations. Does that apply to the CCC2NAU program?

A. In order to take an NAU class on the Flagstaff campus and to obtain your NAU JacksCard you will need to turn in proof of immunizations for measles, mumps and rubella (MMR). Doing so early in the program will make it easier for you later to enroll in classes. As a participant of the CCC2NAU program you are effectively an NAU student, meaning that all NAU policies apply to you when enrolled in classes or accessing services on the university campus. You may provide your CCC2NAU advisor with a copy of your immunization records which we will fax to NAU for you. For more information on immunization requirements at http://www.nau.edu/fronske/

Q: What dining options are available?

A. You can purchase a Meal Plan or Dining Dollar plan that allows you to use any of the dining facilities on NAU campus. Dining Dollar plan funds are deposited into an account on your JacksCard for use in the retail dining facilities across campus or to use at the all-you-care-to-eat facilities by paying the door price. A Meal Plan is used in the all-you-care-to-eat facilities in the du Bois Center and the University Union. Meals on a meal plan can also be “exchanged” for selected products at retail outlets. No tax is charged on the Dining Dollar purchases and unused balances do not carry forward to the next academic year. CCC food services vary by location. The Lone Tree campus has a cafeteria. Vending machines are located at a variety of places. More information on NAU dining can be found at http://www.nau.edu/dining/.

Q: Can I live in the university residence halls?

A. Yes, CCC2NAU students are eligible to apply for on campus housing in NAU Residence halls. Requests are accepted based on space availability. Please note that housing cannot be guaranteed for Fall 2012 until late spring/early summer. CCC2NAU students are not eligible to apply for housing until April. Room selection is based on date of application. Visit http://home.nau.edu/reslife or call 928-523-3978. Please do not call your CCC2NAU advisor about housing. This is not our area of expertise and we will refer you to Residence Life to answer your questions.

Q: Can I join NAU student organizations?

A. Yes, you may actively participate in most NAU student organizations. A few student organizations may restrict their membership to students enrolled in NAU classes. For more information please visit http://home.nau.edu/studentlife/

Q: Can I get discounted tickets for NAU athletic events?

A. As a holder of a JacksCard you can attend athletic events free of charge.

Q: Can I get discounted tickets for other NAU campus events?

A. Yes. With your JacksCard you will receive the NAU student discount for ticketed campus events (concerts, comedians, weekend movies, etc.) and admission to all free campus events provided for NAU students, including Afterhours programs and outdoor concerts. Visit http://events.nau.edu/ for the current list of events.

Q: Can I participate on NAU’s intercollegiate athletic teams?

A. No. In accordance with NCAA regulations, participation on university athletic teams is limited to those students who are enrolled as full-time NAU students and who are registered with the NCAA clearing house.

Q: Can I participate in club and intramural sports?

A. Yes. Some entry fees may apply, depending on the specific sport. More information about the Intramural Sports program can be found at http://home.nau.edu/recreation

Q: What other programs and services should I know about?

A. Participating in the CCC2NAU program allows you to access workshops organized by NAU Student Learning Center s(SLC) and the English Writing Center services. The only limitation is that the free tutoring provided by SLC is class specific and therefore offered only in conjunction with enrollment at NAU. However, even without being enrolled in an NAU class, you can benefit from many workshops designed to improve your study skills. Visit http://home.nau.edu/edsup/slc/ and http://nau.edu/CAL/English/Student-Resources/Writing-Center/

Q: How do NAU and CCC comply with FERPA?

A. FERPA is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. It regulates what information about a student NAU or CCC can share with any other person or institution. Students in the CCC2NAU program sign a Participant Agreement permitting NAU and CCC to share information appropriate to the program. CCC and NAU will share all academic information and student information. Student conduct information would not normally be shared unless it is relevant to the safety and well-being of both institutions.

Q: Will disability information be shared between CCC and NAU?

A. Yes, with your permission. This will save you from having to re-document your disability and your accommodation needs.

Q: NAU and CCC have some differences in conditions for academic probation, academic suspension, and academic honors. Whose rules apply to me?

A. CCC rules apply to CCC courses. NAU rules apply to NAU courses.

Q: NAU and CCC have some differences in their student codes of conduct. Whose do I follow?

A. When at CCC, follow CCC’s code of conduct. When at NAU, follow NAU’s code. The two codes are fairly similar in that they provide clear definitions, outline conduct procedures, hold students accountable for their behavior, and describe the potential consequences for misbehavior. NAU’s Student Code of Conduct can be found at http://www4.nau.edu/stulife/

Q: Where do I file for graduation?

A. File at CCC for CCC degrees, certificates and credentials. File at NAU for NAU degrees. Be sure to observe graduation application deadlines.

Q: I may transition to NAU before I complete my CCC degree. Can I transfer my NAU credits back to CCC and use them to complete my CCC degree?

A. Yes. This process is called reverse transfer and you should take advantage of it. You can use it for degrees and certificates at CCC. Each credential you add to your resume makes you more competitive for employment and other opportunities. Completion of an AGEC certficate or a CCC degree that includes an AGEC equates to NAU's liberal studies and diversity requirements. If you are interested in completing a degree or certificate via reverse transfer, please let your CCC2NAU advisor know.

Q: What is my tuition rate?

A. It is the CCC rate when taking CCC courses. It is the NAU rate when taking NAU courses.

Q: I’ve heard about NAU’s block tuition. If I start this program, will it “lock in” the current NAU tuition rate for later when I am taking just NAU courses?

A. Participation in the CCC2NAU program will not “lock in” the university tuition rate currently in effect when you are attending CCC. The university does have a guaranteed tuition rate that remains unchanged for eight (8) semesters for degree-seeking students (Flagstaff campus only). The lock in tuition rate know as the Pledge goes into effect when you transition to NAU as a degree seeking student. Learn more about the Pledge at http://nau.edu/Admissions/Financing/Our-Pledge/

Q: Where will I apply for and receive financial aid?

A. While you are a CCC student, your financial aid eligibility will be determined and any awards will be made by the CCC financial aid office. Once you transition to NAU, your financial aid eligibility will be determined and any awards will be made by the NAU financial aid office (including NAU scholarships).

Q: Can I park for free?

A. On CCC campuses be sure to get and display a current permit and obtain the permit from College Security. At NAU a student must purchase a student parking permit to park on campus. Permits vary in price and are available for the academic year, each semester, summer only, or for daily use. For more information visit the Parking & Shuttle Services office in the Centennial Building, 113 Dupont Ave, go online at www.nau.edu/parking, or call (928) 523-6623. As parking on NAU campus is limited and purchasing a permit will not guarantee you a parking spot, alternative methods of transportation are encouraged. Kiosks at major entrances to campus allow you to purchase a $5 daily permit. There are also certain parking lots where you can park for free after 4:30. The city bus system also runs from downtown through the NAU campus.

Q: How do I know if there is an emergency or weather that closes NAU or CCC?

A. Both NAU and CCC will work individually and in collaboration to notify all of their students of any emergency. Closures due to weather are always published in phone messages, websites, and announced on television and radio.
NAU offers emergency text notification. Go to http://home.nau.edu/naualert/ to register your cell phone. You can also receive weather alerts by calling NAU Now Line at (928) 523-0007.

Q: How will I receive any relevant CCC2NAU communications?

A. Your NAU e-mail address is the official communication for the program. Make sure you check your e-mail inbox regularly for any new messages.

Q: What information and services are online, and how do I access them?

A. For CCC, go to www.coconino.edu, and choose Web4 (which is short for “web for students and faculty”). From there, use your CCC ID number and PIN (which starts out as your date of birth) to access online services. Those services include registration, payment of tuition, class schedule information, self-service enrollment verifications, financial aid application status, requesting official transcripts, view and update personal information such as address or phone, arranging to pay your tuition in installments, and registering to vote. NAU’s equivalent of the services mentioned above can be accessed by logging into https://www.nau.edu/louie

Q: Is there one NAU website where I can find helpful resources?

A. Yes, go to http://resourceconnect.nau.edu

Q: Who do I contact for help or questions?

A. If you have any questions about the CCC2NAU program or services that are available to you contact one of the CCC2NAU advisors at (928) 226-4257 or email us at ccc2nau@coconino.edu

Q: How do I dual enroll in classes at NAU while I am at CCC?

A. Work with your CCC2NAU advisor to determine which classes at NAU are appropriate for your major and need to be taken now while you are still at CCC. Your advisor will help you register for those NAU classes. Remember, students are charged NAU tuition rates for classes taken at NAU.