Transfer articulation agreements
Hesston College has transfer articulation agreements with Baker University-School of Professional and Graduate Studies (Wichita, Kan.), Bethel College (North Newton, Kan.), Bluffton (Ohio) University, Eastern Mennonite University (Harrisonburg, Va.), Friends University College of Adult and Professional Studies (Wichita, Kan.), Goshen (Ind.) College, Kansas Wesleyan University (Salina, Kan.), Messiah College (Grantham, Pa.), Newman University (Wichita, Kan.), Sterling (Kan.) College and Tabor College (Hillsboro, Kan.).
Baker University-School of Professional and Graduate Studies accepts Hesston College students who graduate with an associate of arts degree or associate of science degree as having met the general education requirements at Baker University provided that students meet all Baker University admission criteria. Admissions will otherwise be limited to program availability and openings.
Beginning with the Hesston College graduating class of 2001, Bethel College accepts the associate of arts degree as meeting the Bethel College lower-level (100- and 200-level) general education requirements. All competencies and upper-level (300- and 400-level) general education requirements must be met on the same basis as any other Bethel College student. The Bethel College Cross-Cultural Learning (CCL); Peace, Justice, and Conflict Studies (PJCS); and Basic Issues of Faith and Life (BIFL) requirements must be met during the junior or senior year. Some Bethel College degree programs have specific general education and grade point average requirements. Hesston College graduates entering these programs must meet these requirements to be part of these degree programs. Hesston College students who anticipate transferring to Bethel College should plan their general education programs accordingly. The Hesston College associate of applied arts and sciences graduates are not included in this agreement. Bethel College will assess the records of these graduates on an individual basis. An additional agreement outlines the transfer of students into the Athletic Training program.
Beginning with the Hesston College graduating class of 2005, Bluffton University assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of arts or associate of science graduate and assures junior standing. All lower-level general education requirements at Bluffton are satisfied by either of these Hesston degrees. Some upper-level requirements may be satisfied as well. All other competencies, prerequisites, and upper-level general education requirements must be met on the same basis as any other Bluffton student.
Beginning with the Hesston College graduating class of 2004, Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) accepts the associate of arts and associate of science degrees as meeting the Eastern Mennonite University lower-level general education requirements. These degrees may meet some upper-level requirements and cross-cultural requirements. All other competencies, prerequisites and upper-level general education requirements must be met on the same basis as any other Eastern Mennonite University student. In all cases, the student must successfully complete at least one course from each of the following areas: natural science/mathematics, social/behavioral sciences, and fine art/humanities either at Hesston College or at EMU. Some EMU degree programs require a minimum grade point average for admission. Hesston College graduates must meet any admission standards specified by departmental policies. The Hesston College associate of applied arts and sciences degree is not included in this agreement. Graduates holding this degree will be considered on an individual basis and courses will be assessed on a course-by-course basis.
Friends University College of Adult and Professional Studies (CAPS) accepts Hesston College graduates with an associate of arts, associate of science, or associate of applied arts and sciences degree based on a baccalaureate oriented sequence at a state and regionally accredited Kansas public or private college, and whose program of study has met the requirements of Friends University CAPS-Kansas Public/Private Colleges Transfer Agreement and Articulation Guide. These students will be accepted with junior standing and will have satisfied the general education requirements of Friends University CAPS. Students transferring to Friends University who have not completed an associate of arts, associate of science or associate of applied arts and sciences degree will have courses accepted on a course-by-course basis. Additional information on this agreement is available in the Vice President of Academics’ Office.
Beginning with the Hesston College graduating class of 2003, Goshen College assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of arts or associate of science graduate with junior standing. All lower-level general education requirements at Goshen are satisfied by either of these Hesston degrees. These degrees may meet some upper-level and international education requirements. All other competencies, prerequisites, upper level general education requirements, and any grade point average admission requirements in specific degree programs must be met on the same basis as any other Goshen College student. Spaces will be reserved for Hesston transfers in the Study Service Term units following their first year at Goshen. Hesston credits and grades will be included in the Goshen College grade point average calculation.
Kansas Wesleyan University assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of arts graduate as a baccalaureate degree-seeking student with junior standing, beginning with the graduating class of 2010. The associate of arts degree meets the Kansas Wesleyan University Liberal Studies requirement. The associate of applied arts and sciences and the associate of science graduates are not included in the agreement. Some Kansas Wesleyan University degree programs have specific Liberal Studies and grade point average requirements which must be met to be part of these degree requirements.
Messiah College assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of arts graduate into its degree programs with junior standing providing that students follow the prescribed Messiah College baccalaureate degree requirement, earn an associate degree in the transfer program at Hesston College with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher, submit the Christian Life Recommendation form, and sign the Community Covenant. These students are assured admission to Messiah College with a junior level standing. The determination of specific program requirements for a baccalaureate degree shall be the responsibility of Messiah College. Hesston College students will be treated the same as other students transferring to Messiah College of equal class standing when applying for financial aid and in the award and distribution of funds; will receive consideration for campus housing on the same basis as native Messiah College students of equal class standing; and will receive equal opportunity to pre-register for classes and have access to other student services on the same basis as native Messiah College students of equal class standing.
Newman University assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of arts and associate of science graduate as a baccalaureate degree-seeking student with junior standing. Beginning with the Hesston College graduating class of 2010, Newman University accepts the associate of arts degree as meeting the Newman University lower level (100 and 200 level) general education requirements. All competencies and upper level (300 and 400 level) general education requirements must be met on the same basis as any other Newman University student. Newman University’s Faith and Society requirement, the requirement for three additional hours of coursework in theology and the requirement for six hours of coursework in philosophy must be met during the junior or senior year or by transfer credit evaluated apart from this agreement.
Sterling College assures the acceptance of the Hesston College associate of arts degree and the associate of science degree students as having automatically met the general education requirements at Sterling College with the exception of the Theology Ministry, Foundations and chapel requirements needed to graduate from Sterling College. Sterling College will provide the professional education coursework necessary for the online completion program, offered through e.Sterling (Sterling College Online). The purpose of this agreement is to bring the online programs offered by Sterling (Kan.) College to the students of Hesston College.
Beginning with the Hesston College graduating class of 2001, Tabor College assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of arts or associate of science graduate into its degree programs with junior standing. All lower-level general education requirements at Tabor are satisfied by the Hesston degree. Tabor’s Intercultural Awareness Requirement can be met at either Hesston or Tabor. A maximum of nine hours of credit earned with a grade of D will be accepted. Some Tabor degree programs may have special general education requirements that the Hesston transfer must meet. An additional agreement with Tabor College outlines a smooth transfer curriculum for students studying youth ministry. A separate agreement assures the acceptance of any Hesston College associate of applied arts and sciences in nursing graduate into its bachelor of science in nursing program.
Hesston College Credit for Service Policy
Participants in voluntary service assignments with Mennonite service agencies may earn academic credit through Hesston College. The participant must be admitted as a part-time student, enroll in Soc 150 Service Learning and design the learning contract prior to the beginning of the service term. One hour of credit may be earned for each month of full-time service up to a maximum of six hours. The learning contract is drawn up between the participant and the vice president of academics or an instructor appointed by the vice president of academics. The participant may use the full length of the service term or 12 months, whichever is shorter, to complete the requirements of the contract. A special tuition rate applies, with full payment due at the time of enrollment, Participants are eligible to enroll in additional online Hesston College courses at the same discounted rate.
Mennonite Disaster Service
Hesston College and Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) cooperate to provide a program of study that prepares students for leadership in MDS projects. See the plan of study under “Disaster Management.”
Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture
Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture provides multicultural and urban education programs for national and international colleges and universities. Programs include internships, volunteer placements and seminars designed to increase awareness of critical issues and provide avenues for involvement in constructive change. Hesston College students can enroll in Soc 123 Chicago Center for Urban Life and Culture, a three-hour course offered during May or a nine-hour summer session.
Central American Study and Service Program
The Central American Study and Service program (CASAS) of Guatemala City, Guatemala, welcomes Hesston College students interested in learning Spanish in an integrated, inter-cultural, faith-based context. Students may earn up to three hours of credit for Spanish in May and up to 12 hours of credit during a 12-week program. Typically six of these hours are for Spanish, three for Introduction to Central America, and three for a class of the student’s choice. Students may also participate without receiving college credit. Contact the Hesston College registrar for details.