Charter Oak State College Comments

Definitely stay away from TESC. You only get answers about the programs after you pay $75.00. COSC or Excelsior would be the way to go. Here's a couple of examples my wife and I encountered, keep in mind, their person at the 800 number referred us to e-mail them, this is our reply:

Date: Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:29:41 -0500
> From: enrolled@tesc.edu
> Subject: RE: ASAST in Env Science [T20071113000MS010Z247561]
> To: jennajmj@hotmail.com
> CC: 
> 
> Suzanne,
> The first steps you would need to take are to apply online, pay the $75 app fee and have your
> transcripts sent to the office of the registrar. Once received, we will do an official evaluation within
> 4-6 weeks, and you will know how many credits you will need to complete a degree. At this point,
> you will have the opportunity to speak with an advisor who will discuss the courses. I hope this
> information helps. Thank you.
> Caroline Tompkins
> Admissions Counselor
> (888) 442-8372
> www.tesc.edu
> 
> 
> On November 13, 2007 at 9:37 AM, "suzanne jenkins" <jennajmj@hotmail.com> wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> >Dear Sir/Ma'am,
> > I have a ques about your ASAST in Environmental Science program. 
> For the req'd maths, it shows (2) are req'd, Intermediate and Pre-calc math or above. 
> Would Intermediate Algebra and College Algebra work? I have credit in both and I was 
> wondering if they would suffice or would I need a higher math than College Algebra? 
> The program says at the bottom of the page Courses listed in Area of Study are offered 
> as a guide. Other courses may also be considered appropriate for this option. For B., it 
> shows Environmental Laws/Regs and for C., it lists Environmental Sampling and Analysis. 
> Could I substitute environmental courses such as Environmental Geology (3 UL credits) and 
> Hazardous Material Management (3 UL credits) for example? I ask this because I have 90 
> college credits and I am very interested in your ASAST Environmental Science degree and I 
> would like to continue on to your BA in Liberal Studies. The reason I am asking you about 
> substituting classes is I have certain Upper Level courses and I want to use 300 level vice 
> 100/200 level. Thank you.
> > 
> >v/r
> >Suzanne Russell

I had the same type response. Go COSC or Excelsior......
> >_________________________________________________________________

I completed my BS in business in 1978. I had several jobs since then and the degree was never questioned. I retired as an Allstate Agent in Oct 2011. The knowledge and skills that I gained at COSC, and the degree, gave me the confidence that I needed to compete with the "boys" from better known schools and become very successful. COSC can get you in the door,,,it's up to you after that.  Chuck Smith BS 1978.  

At the undergrad level maybe the best DL school there is. The customer service is great and the school is reasonably priced.They offer a variety of ways to earn credit and have their own portfolio assessment.I liked the idea of a General Studies degree w/concentration. There is enough structure to it to more than adequately cover the subject.COSC was a great experience for me.

I took several classes at COSC, and they were all outstanding. Great instructors, materials and content.

This college, in my opinion is the most user friendly of the BIG THREE(TESC, EXCELSIOR and COSC).They make 110%  extra effort to ensure, students and potential students are happy and taken care of. They don't leave many questions unanswered. 

However, COSC is a bit pricy, and they also have several Fees for; matriculation, credit evaluation and portfolio assessment. IMHO this college is worth the extra money just for the great customer service alone.

My only issue with this college is the "General Studies major". COSC does not offer any traditional majors only concentrations. 

My personal preference is an outlined major, other than that, for me, this is a great place to attend!

Good luck