FAQs

1) Is the course accepted at other colleges besides Queens College?

Yes, please contact us at [email protected] to find out if your school accepts the course for credit.  

2) I already transferred credits from my gap-year in Israel. Will I still receive three credits for this course?

Yes.

3) Is this class listed on CUNYfirst?

No. This is a Non-CUNY class that is accepted by Queens when you obtain an E-Permit. Obtaining an E-Permit is easy, and you will not be rejected.

4) How do I apply for an E-permit?

Click HOW IT WORKS for instructions.

5) How long does the course take to complete?

It is up to you. The course is asynchronous. You can finish the course in a couple of days, weeks, or months. You set your own pace.

6) What is the workload?

The workload is light, and the information is relevant.

7) If I get an A in the class, will it boost my GPA?

No. Since the course is from a Non-CUNY school, the earned letter is not averaged into your GPA. Your grade will appear on the Queens transcript as CR (credit received).

8) Does this course count as a Flexible Core Course?

Yes. This course satisfies the Flexible Core Course requirement in the field of Culture, Art and Literature or World Cultures and Global Issues.

9) When is the class being offered?

Always. You can take the course whenever you want and apply the credits to the semester you choose. As an example, you can take it over the summer and apply the credit to the fall semester. As soon as your E-Permit is accepted, and you submit payment, you can begin.

10) What is the cost?

The cost of the course is $620. This is 35% less than a Queens College course. Scholarships are available for those needing financial assistance. For more information, please email [email protected].