Military Transfer Credit

St. Petersburg College (SPC) recognizes the value of military training and experience and provides pathways for students to earn college credit. Credit is awarded based primarily on Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) Military Course Articulation. If no state-approved articulation exists for a course, SPC considers recommendations from the American Council on Education (ACE) and official military transcripts.

Please reference the FLDOE’s Military Course Equivalency List when reviewing the your transcript.

ACCEPTED TRAINING RECORDS

SPC evaluates and may award credit for training from the following sources:

• Army (AARTS)
• Air Force (CCAF)
• Navy/Marine Corps (SMART)
• Coast Guard
• Space Force

JOINT SERVICES TRANSCRIPTS (JST)

SPC does not automatically post JST transcripts to student records. Note that the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) is regionally accredited and does not fall under JST.

Students who wish to have their JST posted must first consult with their academic advisor and a Veterans Services Specialist to understand how the credits may impact program progress, degree requirements, and financial aid eligibility. Only after this consultation should students complete complete this survey.

Be aware that not all courses on a JST are eligible for transfer, and once posted, JST transcripts cannot be removed.

HOW TO REQUEST MILITARY CREDIT

1. 1. Request Your Military Transcript
      Obtain your official military transcript from your service branch and submit it to SPC’s Admissions Office for evaluation.
   2. Complete the JST Posting Survey
      Only after consulting with your academic advisor and a Veterans Services Specialist should you complete the JST survey to have your transcript posted. This ensures you understand how the credits may impact your program progress, degree requirements, and financial aid eligibility.
   3. Credit Evaluation
      SPC first applies the FLDOE Military Course Equivalency List. Courses without a state-approved equivalency are then reviewed using ACE recommendations and official military transcripts to determine potential credit

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Military credit can support academic progress, but excessive elective credits may affect financial aid eligibility. Always consult an advisor or Veterans Services Specialist before submitting the survey to fully understand how military credit will impact your academic program and funding.

SUPPORT
For questions or assistance, contact SPC’s Veterans Services team.