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Cedarville University D.C. Semester
During fall semesters, students can participate in our own
program in Washington, D.C. Students take 16 credits, 10 of which
are an internship in their chosen major. Students are housed at
the Heritage Foundation and courses are taught by a Cedarville
professor who lives in D.C. for the semester. The program is
directed by Dr. Mark Smith and the Center for Political Studies.
Summer Geology of National Parks
A Cedarville professor teaches a hands-on geology course in
one of the national parks. The course fulfills Cedarville’s general
education physical science course requirement.
Cedarville Summer Abroad Programs
International Programs is continually working with professors
who desire to teach a specialized course abroad. Each summer
there are opportunities for students to take general education
and upper-level courses abroad with our own professors. These
courses are ideal for students whose majors do not have the
flexibility of a semester abroad. Locations vary each summer.
Cedarville has cooperating agreements with several groups/
programs. Opportunities to study abroad or in the U.S. are
available in more than 40 countries and 118 locations through
these agreements. Restrictions apply to some of the programs.
CCTECC Student Teaching Abroad Program
CCTECC is the Christian Coalition Teacher Education
Coordinating Council and is made up of Christian colleges from
across the U.S. Since the late 1980s, this organization has helped
its member institutions place quality student teachers in quality
schools on every continent except Antarctica. Cedarville students
have taught in over 20 different countries. Literally speaking, the
sun never sets on Cedarville student teachers.
Students apply for this program early in their junior year. Only
those with a good academic record, strong character, and spiritual
and professional performance references are allowed to go
overseas. Schools and mentor teachers who meet Cedarville’s
standards and the requirements of the Ohio Department of
Education participate. CCTECC helps ensure that students are
placed in environments that are safe and nurturing both personally
and spiritually. Students interested in this program should contact
Dr. Brenda MacKay at .
Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies
Cedarville University is a “sustaining partner” with Au Sable
Institute. Students enrolled at Cedarville University (and who
meet prerequisites) may take advantage of field-intensive courses
offered by the Au Sable Institute, including geographic information
systems, marine mammals, international development, tropical
agriculture, marine biology, wildlife ecology, and missions.
Students may choose to attend any of four Au Sable Institute
locations: Au Sable Great Lakes (Mancelona, Michigan), Au
Sable Pacific Rim (Whidbey Island, Washington), Au Sable
Costa Rica (Vara Blanca, Costa Rica), and Au Sable India
(Tamil Nadu, South India). Au Sable courses provide academic
content, field experience, and practical tools for stewardship of
creational resources. The Institute grants vocational certificates
for environmental analysts, land resource analysts, water resource
analysts, and naturalists. Academically qualified students are
awarded the Au Sable Fellowship ($1,500). Institute Grants-in-Aid
of at least $600 are also available each year. Honors scholarships
of $250–400 are granted to returning students. As a “sustaining
partner” Cedarville students are also granted a tuition discount
($500 per course). Interested students should contact Dr. Mark
Gathany, Cedarville University’s Au Sable Institute representative.
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The Cove — Academic Enrichment Center
The Academic Enrichment Center, known as The Cove, exists
to cultivate academic scholarship among all Cedarville students
— whether you’re a B student striving to be an A student, or a
C student striving to be a B student. More than simply accurate
note taking and successful test taking, scholarship is the spirit of
learning. It’s not about having a 4.0 but about students doing their
personal best — having goals for their futures, discovering their
academic learning styles, and taking advantage of the services.
For you to excel in your studies, you need the proper resources.
The Cove offers many such resources — including tutoring,
academic workshops, one-on-one consultations, and much more.
We will connect you with services that will help you discover your
academic learning style and create goals for your Cedarville
experience.
Programs
• Learning Strategy
• Academic Mentoring
• ELL (English Language Learners)
Courses
• COLL-0900 Foundations* (to equip and assist students to be
successful through their first year of college)
• COLL-1010 MAP (managing academic probation)
• DEV-0900 Intermediate Algebra*
* The credit hours may not be used toward the hours needed for graduation.
Services
• Disability Services - Provides reasonable, appropriate
accommodations to ensure equal access to programs
and services for students impacted by a disability. If you
are in need of accommodations because of the impact
of a disability, please contact Disability Services at
or 937-766-7457. Detailed
information on Disability Services and the accommodation
process can be found at
• Tutoring
• LASSI (study strategy inventory)
• One-on-one consultations
• Meetings with learning specialists
• Presentations and seminars
• Support for exploratory/undeclared majors
See for more information on the
programs, courses and services.
COLL-0900 Foundations is open to all freshmen. However, this
one-credit-hour course may be required for some students whose
academic backgrounds do not reflect their collegiate potential.
This opportunity reflects our desire for each student to establish a
strong academic foundation and maintain academic momentum.
Admission to the required course is determined by the admissions
committee. There is a $150 course fee for Foundations, which is
limited to 12 students per class. Credits earned for COLL-0900
Foundations do not count toward the 128 hours required for
graduation.
Additional Academic Support
Each student is assigned to an academic advisor who offers
counsel concerning course scheduling. A student who has not
declared a major will be assigned to a special advisor equipped
to offer assistance in selecting a field of study. Students are
encouraged to consult their academic advisor prior to registration,
whenever an academic problem is encountered, or when
considering any changes in their educational program. A student
with low grades in a major or minor field may be advised to select
another field of study.
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