What are the admission requirements?
Students applying for admission must hold a high school diploma or GED. Campbell University, as a member of the Service Members Opportunity College Program, has a friendly admissions policy for adult students attending one of its extended campuses. There is no application fee at the Fort Bragg Campus.
When is the application deadline?
We run on 8-week terms and have rolling admissions. You can start the program whenever your schedule allows. We recommend that you submit all enrollment materials at least 2 weeks prior to your start date so we can process your application. Should you need to take off a term for work or family, you can skip a term and start right back up with the next term.
Can I still attend if I have never taken college classes before?
Yes. Students can begin and end each program at the Ft. Bragg Campus. Students going full time can often complete an associate’s degree in 2 years and a bachelor’s degree in 4 years.
How long does it take to earn a Bachelors Degree?
Completion is dependent upon the amount of credit transferred into Campbell. Students who transfer in 64SH can expect to complete their degree in approximately 2 years.
May I transfer courses in?
The University will accept up to 64 transfer credits from a community college, AARTS, CLEP and Dantes tests. From a four-year institution, such as Campbell University, we will accept up to 96 semester hours of transfer credit. In most cases, there is no “date expiration” on the transfer credits.
How do I know what credit will transfer?
The academic counselors at the Ft. Bragg Campus will be happy to do an unofficial evaluation of course credit. For this, the student should provide at least an unofficial copy of their college transcripts. If you are in the Navy or the Marines, please bring a copy of your SMART transcript. Army AARTS transcripts can be accessed on site.
Where can I view my evaluation?
Once all transcripts are in, a counselor will do your official evaluation. You will receive a letter stating it is completed and it is available for view on your WebAccess account. If you are active duty army, your SOCAD agreement will be uploaded to the GoArmyEd website.
How much does it cost?
Current tuition is $210.00 per credit hour at the Fort Bragg/Pope Campuses. Internet class tuition is $250.00 per credit hour.
(Updated 2010)
How many classes may I take?
Students may take three classes per 8-week term. There may be a required number of classes based on North Carolina Legislative Grant or Financial Aid.
How do I register if I’m active duty Army?
First you must set up a GoArmyEd account with the Army Education Center. Thru this site, any active duty student wanting to use tuition assistance must submit their application and register for classes thru this site.
Does Army Tuition Assistance (TA) cover all of my tuition?
Yes, active duty Army soldiers are awarded $4500 of military TA every fiscal year. Of that, the Army will pay up to $250 per credit hour. Tuition at the Ft. Bragg Campus meets this cap; 100% of your tuition is covered by TA. TA does not cover the cost of books.
Can I get financial aid? Grants? Scholarships?
Students wishing to apply for financial aid may call (910) 893-1310, or contact the Director of Financial Aid at PO BOX 36, Buies Creek, NC, 27506. Students are asked to fill out the Free Application Federal Student Aid online at www.fafsa.gov. The North Carolina Legislative Tuition Grant is available for Fort Bragg and Pope AFB students. Military spouses should also consult the MyCAA program at www.militaryonesource.com.
Does Campbell University offer any type of Veteran benefits?
As a veteran, you are entitled to certain benefits, and are eligible to participate in certain education programs. Our Institutional Mission/Goal(s) is to “enroll veterans, participants, military, and other eligible persons under the provisions of Title 38, United States Code, Section 3675; to certify veteran students for their education benefits with the Department of Veterans Affairs on enrollment.” Veterans are accorded the same rights and must meet all academic requirements and maintain the same academic standards as any student attending Campbell University. The subsequent information should serve as a guide and a brief overview of these programs and your benefits. Currently, all of our programs offered at the university are approved through the North Carolina State Approving Agency (NCSAA).
Campbell University is a member of Service Members Opportunity Colleges (SOC), a consortium of over 1,800 institutions pledged to be reasonable in working with service members and veterans trying to earn degrees while pursuing demanding, transient careers. As a SOC member, Campbell is committed to easing the transfer of relevant course credits, providing flexible academic residency requirements, and crediting learning from appropriate military training and work experiences. SOC is sponsored by fifteen national higher education associations with the military services, the National Guard Bureau, and the Office of the Secretary of Defense serving as cooperating agencies.
Active service persons must consult with the Education Services Officer (ESO) on his or her military facility before submitting an application for VA benefits. Veterans should contact the VA certifying official for detailed information. Fort Bragg’s certifying VA counselor is William Stewart and he can be reached at stewartw@campbell.edu. The VA certifying counselor on Pope AFB is Faye Thompson, she may be reached at thompson@campbell.edu.
Can I earn my degree online?
No, Campbell University has no online programs. Students can earn up to 49% of their degree online. The 49% will vary depending on the number of transfer credits. The calculation will include the number of transfer credits. 49% rule calculation: number of hours needed for the degree minus the number of transfer credits multiplied by .49 equals the number of hours allowed to take online.
May I take both day and evening classes?
Classes at the Fort Bragg Campus are in the evening only. Saturday and lunch time classes are available on the Pope Campus. Students may choose from over 80 online classes and 80% of Fort Bragg traditional classes are blended, requiring only one in-class session per week.
May I take classes on more than one Campbell campus?
Yes, students are allowed to take classes on both Fort Bragg and Pope Air Force Base. Students may also get permission to take classes at the main campus at Buies Creek (no more than 6 hours), Camp Lejeune and at our RTP Campus.
Where can I purchase text books if I am not on main campus?
Textbooks can be purchased online through the Campbell bookstore www.campbell.bncollege.com. Students who order books from the Campbell online bookstore by the term due date will receive free shipping if the books are sent to the Ft. Bragg Campus for pickup. Also, Campbell does provide the Book Loaner program for select courses.
When will I receive my grade?
Students should be able to view grades on web access no later than the Wednesday after the term is over. Grades cannot be given over the phone.
How many absences am I allowed?
Since the classes at the Fort Bragg Campus are accelerated 8-week terms, only 2 absences are allowed per 8 weeks, per the University Catalog. For blended courses, students are allowed only 1 absence. Please consult your course syllabus for attendance policies for that course.
Is your program accredited?
Yes, Campbell University is accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1899 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia, 30033-4097, Telephone: (404) 679-4501), to award Associates, Bachelors, Masters, Education Specialist, and Doctoral degrees.
What do I need to graduate?
To graduate from Campbell University, students must 1) meet all course requirements for their degree, 2) have at least a 2.0 GPA, 3) meet residency a) 15 SH with Campbell for an Associate of Arts or b) 32SH with Campbell and 12 SH of upper level course work within their major, and 4) have at least 64SH completed for an Associates or at least 128SH completed for a Bachelors. Students planning to graduate should submit an Application for Graduation to their home campus 2 terms before their last class is complete.
When can I graduate?
Students have the opportunity to graduate 3 times a year from Campbell. Campbell confers degrees in May, August, and December. Campbell conducts 2 graduation ceremonies a year, one in May and one in December. Students must have ALL course work completed to participate in the graduation ceremony. Students who have their degrees conferred and graduate in August may participate in the December graduation ceremony.
How do I request a Campbell University transcript?
Students or alumni who desire a transcript of their college course work must present a written request to the Registrar's Office, giving notice of at least one week. Please note that federal law requires that all requests must bear the signature of the student, so e-mail requests cannot be honored. Click this link for a printable Transcript Request form. Mail all transcript requests to: Office of the Registrar, Campbell University, P.O. Box: 367, Buies Creek, NC 27506
When requesting a transcript, the following must be included: The student's Name, all Former Names, Social Security Number, Dates of Attendance at Campbell University, Current Address, and where the transcript is to be sent
All transcript requests must be signed by the student. Near the beginning or end of a term, the period required to process a transcript request may be somewhat longer than one week.
All transcript requests are billed at the rate of $5.00 per request. All fees must be included with the request if the transcript is to be issued. Make your check payable to "Campbell University." A transcript will not be issued to or for a student who is indebted to the College or who is late in payment on any student loan.
If you have questions about the transcript request process, please call the Office of the Registrar at (800) 334-4111 extension 1265. Click this link to read an important message about transcripts.
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