Master Articulation Agreement

Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway
Arnold, Maryland, 21012-1895

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, Maryland 21250

Entered into this 1st day of April, 2019

Signed by:

Philip Rous, Ph.D.
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Michael Gavin, Ph.D.
Vice President for Learning
Anne Arundel Community College

Christopher Tkacik
Office of the General Counsel
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Martin J. Snider
Attorney at Law

This Master Articulation Agreement (“Agreement”) is applicable for students enrolled at Anne Arundel Community College upon the execution date of this Agreement. This Agreement may be modified by the mutual written consent of both parties. This Agreement may be terminated by either party by giving written notice six months prior to the intended termination date to the other party. Such termination will not affect the participation in the articulated programs of those Anne Arundel Community College students who have been fully admitted or admitted on probation to UMBC.

Any notice to be given hereunder shall be given in writing by U.S. mail or via reputable over night courier (e.g., Federal Express, DHL, etc.). Notice shall be deemed received upon delivery to the party to whom the notice is directed or to its agent, in the case of UMBC to:

In the case of UMBC:
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250
Attn: Office of the Provost
CC: Office of Enrollment Management
CC: Registrar’s Office

In the case of AACC:
Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD 21012-1895
Attn: Vice President for Learning
CC: Office of Instructional Partnerships

Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event that this Agreement provides that a notice must be directed to a person other than the person designated for the receipt of notice of termination then that notice must be directed to such other person in order to be effective hereunder.

This Agreement embodies the entire Agreement and understanding among the parties hereto relating to the subject matter hereof and may not be changed orally, but only by an instrument in writing signed and dated by all parties hereto. No representation, warranty, undertaking or covenant is made by any party hereto except as contained herein and any others are specifically disclaimed. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland (i.e., without regard to its conflicts of law rules). This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors, but shall not inure to the benefit of any third party beneficiary. This Agreement and any rights hereunder may not be assigned by either party without the prior written consent of the other, and any purported assignment without consent shall be null and void and of no effect whatsoever. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same Agreement.

Master Articulation Agreement

This Agreement is entered into this 1st day of April, 2019 by and between Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) and University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC).

I. PURPOSE

1.1 The purpose of this Agreement is to establish a collaboration between AACC and UMBC for the purpose of providing transfer pathways for the AACC students (each, a “Transfer Pathway”) including the responsibilities of each party and opportunities for students who choose to follow a Transfer Pathway, in an effort to facilitate transfer and degree completion at the respective institutions.

1.2 For each department, major, or track at either AACC or UMBC desiring to establish a Transfer Pathway, the parties shall enter into a separate addendum under this Agreement (each, an “Addendum”), specifying the department, major, or track of AACC sending students to UMBC, the department, major, or track of UMBC awarding transfer credit, and other relevant information as is set forth in Exhibit A hereto, “Example Program Articulation Agreement”.

II. ACCEPTANCE AND APPLICATION OF TRANSFER CREDITS

2.1 All AACC courses meeting general education requirements at AACC will transfer and be applied toward the general education requirements at UMBC.

2.2 At least 60 credits but not more than 70 credits of general education, elective, and major courses that a student earns at AACC toward an associate’s of art or an associate’s of science degree shall be transferrable to UMBC for credit toward a bachelor’s degree.

2.3 Coursework of AACC students originating from institutions other than AACC will be evaluated on a course by course basis. Credit for competency-based education will be awarded as outlined in the UMBC Undergraduate Catalog.

2.4 Upon matriculation to UMBC, transferrable coursework from AACC will be applied toward general education, graduation and major requirements outlined in the UMBC
Undergraduate Catalog.

III. ACADEMIC PLANNING

3.1 To facilitate a seamless transition, AACC students should work closely with their academic advisor at AACC to develop a comprehensive academic plan as early in their academic career as possible and prior to transfer.

3.2 Students and advisors are encouraged to utilize a variety of advising resources including the 4 Year Program Articulation Pathway (accompanying this agreement), AACC Catalog, UMBC Undergraduate Catalog, respective departmental websites, and ARTSYS (the USM online articulation database), to ascertain transferability of coursework.

IV. ADMISSIONS

4.1 The UMBC Admissions Committee evaluates transfer applicants on the basis of their academic record at previous institutions. Cumulative grade point average, performance trends, strength of curriculum and performance in courses related to the intended area of study are considered.

4.2 Applicants successfully completing the articulated program with a 2.0 or better grade point average who have not subsequently matriculated at any other institution of higher education will be guaranteed transfer admission to UMBC. Additional requirements may apply on selective admissions programs (e.g. Engineering, Visual Arts, and Performing Arts). UMBC, in its sole discretion, may elect to disqualify a candidate from guaranteed admissions where that candidate has engaged in academic or behavioral misconduct inconsistent with UMBC standards.

V. ACADEMIC ADVISING

5.1 Following admission to UMBC, students will have access to numerous advising tools including an Advising Profile, a Transfer Credit Report and a Degree Audit detailing prior coursework transferability and applicability to university, general, and major requirements.

5.2 Prior to matriculation to UMBC, all new students are required to attend the mandatory new student orientation program. During orientation, students will meet with an
academic advisor to review prior coursework, discuss academic interests and goals and register for the upcoming semester.

5.3 After orientation, students will be assigned an advisor in their area of study. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their assigned advisor periodically. Students are required to meet with their advisor prior to registering for subsequent semesters.

5.4 Students, in consultation with their academic advisor, will develop an individualized degree plan for completion of all general education, graduation and major requirements as outlined in the UMBC Undergraduate Catalog. These requirements include a minimum of 120 credits, of which at least 30 credits must be earned at UMBC.

VI. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

6.1 Students transferring from AACC to UMBC who meet the transfer admissions priority deadline as well as academic requirements applicable to all students, may be eligible for the following scholarships offered by UMBC:

6.1.1 The Academic Achievement Award for Transfers (AAAT) - awarded to community college transfers on the basis of academic accomplishment. Awards of up to $2,500 per year for two academic years may be used for full- or part-time study. Students must have completed 35 or more college level credits at the time of application to be eligible for consideration.

6.1.2 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship - awarded to community college transfers on the basis of academic accomplishment. Awards of up to $2,500 per year for two academic years may be used for full- or part-time study. Students must submit proof of PTK membership to be eligible for consideration.

6.1.3 Transfer Student Alliance (TSA) Award - awarded to Maryland community college transfers who will complete the associate’s degree prior to transfer and who meet all other TSA program requirements. Awards of $1,500 per year for two academic years may be used for full- or part-time study.

6.2 The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required to be eligible for need-based aid. Students must indicate UMBC’s school code of 002105 when submitting the FAFSA. All students are encouraged to submit the FAFSA beginning October 1 but no later than the priority application deadline of December 14 (for Spring transfer) or February 14 (for Fall transfer).

VII. PERIODIC AGREEMENT REVIEW

7.1 As agreed by both parties, this Agreement will be reviewed every five years and updated whenever substantive changes in the program(s) occur at either UMBC or Anne Arundel Community College.

Exhibit A – Example Program Articulation Agreement

Addendum to Master Articulation Agreement

1. This Addendum supplement is incorporated and becomes part of the Master Articulation Agreement entered into by Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) and University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) on the 1st day of April, 2019 (the “Agreement”). Capitalized terms shall have the meaning set forth in the Agreement. This Addendum shall terminate upon termination or expiration of the Agreement. In the event that the Agreement is renewed, or that the parties enter into a new Master Articulation Agreement, this Addendum shall continue in effect unless the parties explicitly state in writing otherwise.

2. This Addendum establishes a Transfer Pathway in which students from the selected department, major, or track of AACC may seamlessly transfer into the selected department, major, or track of UMBC.

3. The contacts for each party for all notices and other correspondence related to this Addendum are listed below:

If to UMBC:
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250
Attn:
Dept:
Phone:
Email:

If to AACC:
Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD, 21012
Attn:
Dept:
Phone:
Email:

4. For each department, major, or track of AACC and department, major, or track of UMBC selected for a Transfer Pathway, both institutions agree that faculty representatives from both institutions will meet regularly to engage in ongoing discussion to enhance and strengthen this collaboration, provide a Program Articulation Pathway attached hereto and incorporated herein, and provide a Planning Guide attached hereto and incorporated herein which details a course of study at AACC where course equivalencies, general education and major applicability are indicated.

Addendum to Master Articulation Agreement

1. This Addendum supplement, executed on the 15th day of September, 2021, is incorporated and becomes part of the Master Articulation Agreement entered into by Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) and University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) on the 1st day of April, 2019 (the “Agreement”). Capitalized terms shall have the meaning set forth in the Agreement. This Addendum shall terminate upon termination or expiration of the Agreement. In the event that the Agreement is renewed, or that the parties enter into a new Master Articulation Agreement, this Addendum shall continue in effect unless the parties explicitly state in writing otherwise.

2. This Addendum establishes a Transfer Pathway in which students completing the Transfer Studies, A.A. from AACC may seamlessly transfer into the American Studies, B.A. of UMBC.

3. The contacts for each party for all notices and other correspondence related to this Addendum are listed below: 

If to UMBC:
University of Maryland, Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250
Attn: Nathan Fanning
Dept: Undergraduate Admissions and
Orientation
Phone: 410-455-3818
Email: nfanning@umbc.edu 

If to AACC:
Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD, 21012
Attn: Marcus Wright
Dept: Office of Instructional Partnerships
Phone: 410-777-2777
Email: mwright22@aacc.edu 

4. For each department, major, or track of AACC and department, major, or track of UMBC selected for a Transfer Pathway, both institutions agree that faculty representatives from both institutions will meet regularly to engage in ongoing discussion to enhance and strengthen this collaboration, provide a Program Articulation Pathway attached hereto and incorporated herein, and provide a Planning Guide attached hereto and incorporated herein which details a course of study at AACC where course equivalencies, general education and major applicability are indicated.

Signed by:

Nicole King, Ph.D.
Chair, American Studies
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Marjorie Rawhouser, Ph.D.
Assistant Dean, Transfer Studies and Achieving College & Career Success
Anne Arundel Community College

Addendum to Master Articulation Agreement

1. This Addendum supplements the Master Articulation Agreement entered into by Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) and University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) on 1st day of April, 2019 (the “Agreement”). Capitalized terms shall have the meaning set forth in the Agreement. This Addendum shall terminate upon termination or expiration of the Agreement. In the event that the Agreement is renewed, or that the parties enter into a new Master Articulation Agreement, this Addendum shall continue in effect unless the parties explicitly state otherwise.

2. This Addendum establishes a Transfer Pathway in which students from the selected department, major, or track of AACC may seamlessly transfer into the selected department, major, or track of UMBC.

3. The contacts for each party for all notices and other correspondence related to this Addendum are listed below:

If to UMBC:

University of Maryland, Baltimore County
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, MD 21250
Attn: Nathan Fanning
Phone: 410-455-3818
Email: nfanning@umbc.edu 

If to AACC:

Anne Arundel Community College
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD 21012
Attn: Marcus Wright
Phone: 410-777-2777
Email: mwright22@aacc.edu 

4. For each department, major, or track of AACC and department, major, or track of UMBC selected for a Transfer Pathway, both institutions agree that faculty representatives from both institutions will meet regularly to engage in ongoing discussion to enhance and strengthen this collaboration, provide a Planning Guide attached hereto and incorporated herein which details a course of study at AACC where course equivalencies, general education and major applicability are indicated.

Animikh Biswas, Ph.D.
Department Chair, Mathematics and Statistics
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Arthur E. Cimiluca, Jr.
Assistant Dean, Mathematics
Anne Arundel Community College

Articulation Agreement

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)
Honors Program
101 College Parkway
Arnold, MD 21012

University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) Honors Certificate
1000 Hilltop Circle
Baltimore, Maryland 21250

Entered into this 28th day of March, 2016.

Signed by:

Philip Rous, Ph.D.
Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Michael H. Gavin, Ph.D.
Interim Vice President for Learning
Anne Arundel Community College

Diane Lee, Ph.D.
Dean, Vice Provost for Undergraduate and Professional Education
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Simon Stacey, Ph.D.
Director, Honors College
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Approved for Legal Sufficiency
UMBC
Office of the General Counsel

This agreement is applicable for students enrolled at Anne Arundel Community College upon the execution date of this agreement. This agreement may be modified by the mutual written consent of both parties. This agreement may be terminated by either party by giving written notice six months in advance of the intended termination date to the other party. Such termination will not affect the participation in the articulated programs of those Anne Arundel Community College students who have been fully or conditionally admitted to UMBC prior to the aforementioned notice.

Any notice to be given hereunder .shall be in writing and delivered via reputable overnight courier (e.g., Federal Express, DHL, etc.). Notice shall be deemed received upon delivery to the party to whom the notice is directed or to its agent, in the case of UMBC to: UMBC, 1000 Hilltop Circle, Baltimore, Maryland 21250, Attn: Dr. Philip Rous, Provost, with copies to Dr. Diane Lee, Vice Provost Undergraduate and Professional Education, Dr. Yvette Mozie-Ross, Vice Provost, Enrollment Management, and Pamela Hawley, Acting University Registrar; and, in the case of AACC to: AACC, 101 College Parkway, Arnold, MD 21012, Attn: Dr. Michael H. Gavin, Associate Vice President for Learning, with copies to Kathleen M. Beauman, Executive Director, Office of Instructional Partnerships. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event that this Agreement provides that any notice must be directed to a person other than the person designated for the receipt of notice in the preceding sentence, then notice must be directed to such other person in order to be effective hereunder.

This Agreement embodies the entire agreement and understanding among the parties hereto relating to the subject matter hereof and may not be changed orally, but only by an instrument in writing signed by all parties hereto. No representation, warranty, undertaking or covenant is made by any party hereto except as contained herein and any others are specifically disclaimed. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of Maryland (i.e., without regard to its conflicts of law rules). This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors, but shall not inure to the benefit of any third party beneficiary. This Agreement and any rights hereunder may not be assigned by either party without the prior written consent of the other, and any purported assignment without consent shall be null and void and of no effect whatsoever. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same Agreement.

The Anne Arundel Community College (AACC)
Honors Program
University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)
Honors Certificate

This agreement is initiated this 28th day of March, 2016, between Anne Arundel Community College with locations in Anne Arundel County, Maryland, hereafter "AACC," and the University of Maryland Baltimore County, a constituent institution of the University System of Maryland, and agency of the State of Maryland, hereafter "UMBC," to facilitate the transfer of students enrolled in the Honors Program at AACC to UMBC in pursuit of the Honors College Certificate

I. PURPOSE

The purpose of this Articulation Agreement (the "Agreement") is to establish collaboration between UMBC and Anne Arundel Community College in an effort to facilitate the transfer and degree completion of students completing the Honors Program at AACC and intending to enroll in the Honors College at UMBC.

This Agreement also serves as a Memorandum of Understanding between both institutions for the purpose of clarifying roles and responsibilities in this partnership.

In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions expressed herein, the parties agree to the following:

II. ACCEPTANCE OF CREDITS

1. All courses meeting general education requirements at Anne Arundel Community College will transfer and be applied toward the general education requirements at UMBC.

2. A maximum of 60 credits will transfer from Anne Arundel Community College, a 2-year degree-granting institution (a maximum of 65 credits will transfer for engineering majors). Coursework originating outside of Anne Arundel Community College will be evaluated on a course by course basis.

3. Upon matriculation to UMBC, the Anne Arundel Community College students must satisfy all general education, graduation and major requirements as outlined in the UMBC Undergraduate Catalog.

4. Anne Arundel Community College students must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours at UMBC to earn a bachelor's degree.

5. UMBC requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to attain a bachelor's degree.

III. ACADEMIC PLANNING

1. Students should work closely with their academic advisor at Anne Arundel Community College to develop an academic plan to facilitate a seamless transition.

2. Students and advisors are encouraged to utilize a variety of advising resources including the UMBC Undergraduate Catalog, departmental websites, as well as ARTSYS (the USM online articulation database), to ascertain transferability of coursework.

IV. ADMISSIONS

1. The UMBC Admissions Committee evaluates transfer applicants on the basis of their academic record at previous institutions. Cumulative grade point average, performance trends, strength of curriculum and performance in courses related to the intended area of study are considered.

2. Applicants successfully completing the articulated program with a 2.0 or better grade point average who have not subsequently matriculated at any other institution of higher education will be guaranteed transfer admission to UMBC. Additional requirements may apply on selective admissions programs ( e.g. Engineering, Visual Arts, Performing Arts). A history of acts identified in the Federal Campus Security Act may disqualify a candidate for guaranteed admission.

V. ACADEMIC ADVISING

1. Following admission to UMBC, students will have access to numerous advising tools including an Advising Profile, a Transfer Credit Report and a Degree Audit detailing prior coursework, transferability and applicability to UMBC general and university requirements.

2. Prior to matriculation to UMBC, all new students are required to attend the mandatory new student orientation program. During orientation, students will meet with an academic advisor to review prior coursework, discuss academic interests and goals, and develop an academic plan.

3. Upon matriculation, students will be assigned an advisor in their area of study. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their advisor periodically. Students are required to meet with their advisor prior to registering for subsequent semesters.

VI. SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

1. Students transferring from Anne Arundel Community College to UMBC who meet application deadlines, and academic and financial requirements applicable to all students, may be eligible for consideration for the following scholarships offered by UMBC: 

a) The Academic Achievement Award for Transfers (AAAT) - awarded to community college transfers on the basis of academic accomplishment. Awards of up to $2,500 for each of two academic years may be used for full- or part-time study. Students must have completed 35 or more college level credits at the time of application to be eligible for consideration.

b) Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship - awarded to community college transfers on the basis of academic accomplishment. Awards range from $2,000 to $2,500 per year for two academic years may be used for full­- or part-time study. Students must submit proof of PTK membership to be eligible for consideration.

c) Transfer Student Alliance (TSA) - awarded to community college transfer students from eligible 2-year partner institutions who will complete the associate's degree and meet all other program requirements. Awards of $1,500 per year for two academic years may be used for full- or part-time study.

2. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required to apply for financial aid using UMBC's school code of 002105. All students are encouraged to apply beginning January I but by the priority application deadline of February 14.

VII. ONGOING COLLABORATION

1. In the spirit of articulation, faculty representatives from both institutions will meet regularly to engage in ongoing discussion to enhance and strengthen this collaboration.

2. In an effort to strengthen this partnership UMBC' s Honors College faculty and staff may serve as a resource, as available, to Anne Arundel Community College Honors Program students and faculty by serving as guest lecturers, workshop/seminar facilitators and other program exchanges.

3. In an effort to strengthen this partnership both institutions agree to communicate program changes in a timely manner to avoid disruption to student progress toward degree completion.

VIII. PROGRAM ARTICULATION AGREEMENT

The following details recommendations for students transferring from the AACC Honors Program to The Honors College at UMBC.

Admissions Criteria:

Transfer students from the AACC Honors Program are guaranteed admissions into The Honors College at UMBC during their first semester at UMBC provided the student has met the following criteria: 

1. Applied to UMBC by the published priority deadline.

2. Admitted to UMBC as a degree seeking student.

3. Applied to the Honors College by the published deadline.

4. The AACC Honors Program coordinator will provide confirmation that students have met all requirements of AACC's Honors Program prior to matriculation to UMBC.

5. Completed a certificate and/or associates degree from AACC prior to enrollment at UMBC.

6. Earned at least a 3.7 cumulative GPA at the time of the application to The Honors College at UMBC. (Students may be eligible for admission to the Honors College with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or greater, but only guaranteed admission to the Honors College with a 3.7 cumulative GPA or higher.)

Academic Provisions

Three honors courses from AACC may be applied towards The Honors College certificate requirements as Honors Courses or "H" section provided the courses were designated as Honors, carried at least three credits, and were passed with a 3.0 or above on a 4.0 grading scale. Students will complete the remaining Honors College certificate requirements as a member of the UMBC Honors College.

Signatures of principals for this agreement:

Simon Stacey, Director
Honors College
University of Maryland, Baltimore County

Michael H. Gavin
Interim Vice President for Learning
Anne Arundel Community College