GRADUATE ACADEMIC CATALOG 2022–23
The Cedarville University Graduate Catalog is published annually. While every effort is made to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the University reserves the right to change, without notice, statements in the catalog concerning policies, fees, curricula, course offerings, and other matters. 2022–23 Graduate Programs Academic Catalog Introduction...................................................1 A Word From Our President............................................................ 2 History............................................................................................. 2 Profile.............................................................................................. 2 Mission Statement. ......................................................................... 2 Vision Statement............................................................................. 2 Portrait Statements......................................................................... 2 Accreditation................................................................................... 3 Diversity Statement......................................................................... 3 Campus Setting. ............................................................................. 3 Facilities.......................................................................................... 4 Admissions....................................................6 Admission Criteria........................................................................... 7 Admission Decisions....................................................................... 7 Deadlines and Notifications............................................................ 8 International Applicants (non-U.S. citizens). ................................... 8 Transcript and Standardized Test Policy. ........................................ 8 Academic Information. .................................9 Graduate and Professional Education. ..........................................10 Accessing Online Courses Before the Start of Each Term.............10 Classification of Students. .............................................................10 Credit Hour Equivalences - Graduate Clinical/Practicum, Field Experiences, and Internships.......................................................10 Controlling Catalog. .......................................................................10 Student Responsibility...................................................................11 Academic Integrity.........................................................................11 Academic Advising.........................................................................11 Registration Process......................................................................11 Course Load. .................................................................................12 Attendance.....................................................................................12 Undergraduates in Graduate Courses...........................................12 Audit...............................................................................................12 Drop/Add Policy. ............................................................................12 Continuation as an Active Student.................................................13 Withdrawal Policy...........................................................................13 Grading System.............................................................................13 Grade Appeal Process...................................................................14 Repeating Courses........................................................................14 Academic Discipline Policies. ........................................................14 Credit for Prior Learning.................................................................14 Graduation Requirements..............................................................15 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act....................................15 Financial Information..................................17 Financial Aid. .................................................................................18 Student Services.........................................20 Support Services.......................................................................... 21 Campus Security. ......................................................................... 22 Ministry Opportunities................................................................... 22 Student Life................................................................................... 23 Seeking Shalom: Petitions and Student Complaints..................... 23 Online Etiquette/Netiquette Guidelines......................................... 23 School of Allied Health........................................26 Master of Athletic Training............................................................................27 Master of Medical Science in PA Studies...................................................30 School of Biblical andTheological Studies.....35 Master of Arts in Biblical Leadership............................................. 36 Master of Arts in Worship and Theology....................................... 38 Master of Divinity.......................................................................... 40 Accelerated Master of Divinity. ..................................................... 43 Advanced Master of Divinity. ........................................................ 45 Master of Ministry. ........................................................................ 47 School of Business Administration...........50 Master of Arts in Innovation.......................................................... 51 Master of Business Administration................................................ 53 Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management..................... 59 Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration........................ 60 Graduate Certificate in Operations Management. ........................ 61 Department of Music and Worship............63 Graduate Certificate in Worship Leadership. ................................ 64 School of Nursing.......................................65 Master of Science in Nursing........................................................ 66 Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health Nursing (in Teach-out). 75 Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education.....................................76 Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership.................................. 77 School of Pharmacy....................................79 Doctor of Pharmacy...................................................................... 80 Pharm.D./M.B.A Combined Degree.............................................. 85 Graduate-Level Course Descriptions........87 Appendix.................................................... 113 Board of Trustees.........................................................................114 Administration..............................................................................114 Other Faculty. ..............................................................................115 Administrative Staff......................................................................115 Correspondence. .........................................................................115 Doctrinal Statement.....................................................................116 Index............................................................................................117 Contents Home to 5,082 Christian students, Cedarville University is an accredited, Christ-centered, Baptist university of arts, sciences, professional, and graduate programs. Established in 1887
2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 1 Introduction A Word From Our President............................... 2 History................................................................ 2 Profile................................................................. 2 Mission Statement.............................................. 2 Vision Statement................................................ 2 Portrait Statements............................................. 2 Accreditation...................................................... 3 Diversity Statement............................................ 3 Campus Setting................................................. 3 Facilities............................................................. 4 » Athletic and Recreation Center.............4 » Callan Athletic Center............................4 » Doden Field House................................4 » Fitness Center. ......................................4 » University Medical Services..................4 » Centennial Library.................................4 » Center for Biblical and Theological Studies...................................................4 » Chick-fil-A..............................................4 » Civil Engineering Center........................5 » Dixon Ministry Center............................4 » Engineering and Science Center..........5 » Founders Hall........................................5 » Graduate and Teaching Services..........5 » Hartman Hall. ........................................5 » Health Sciences Center.........................5 » Milner Business Administration Building.5 » Stevens Student Center.........................5 » Tyler Digital Communication Center......5
Page 2 2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Introduction A Word From Our President AWord From Our President Welcome to The Graduate School at Cedarville University. We are grateful that you have chosen Cedarville as the place to further your education. Cedarville University will do more than just prepare you for vocational distinction; our graduate programs are intentionally designed for Christian professionals who desire to use their careers as a ministry for Christ. We equip business professionals who will steward God-given resources well and lead with a servant’s heart, advanced practice nurses, athletic trainers, physician assistants, and pharmacists who will see their patients as God’s image bearers and serve them with Christian compassion, and ministers of the Gospel who will reach a hurting world with the hope of Jesus Christ. You will be Fully Prepared. For His Purpose. Designed with your busy schedule in view, many of our programs are available in an online format — easy to manage around work, home, and church responsibilities. Our advising team will readily assist you each step of the way, equipping you to serve, excel, and lead in your God-given vocation. Residential graduate students are able to take advantage of a wide range of ministry opportunities and student services. God is doing amazing things through Cedarville University as we stand for the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. Thank you for choosing to join our graduate academic community. In Christ, Thomas White, Ph.D. President, Cedarville University History Cedarville College was established in 1887 by five godly men who envisioned a college that would provide Christian higher education. Affiliated with the Reformed Presbyterian Church, the College built its first building, Old Main (now called Founders Hall), in 1895. The turbulence of the first 50 years of the 20th century led to hard times for the College. By the end of World War II, the Board of Trustees realized that enrollment could not support expenses, but, as God would ordain it, the Baptist Bible Institute of Cleveland, Ohio, was seeking to expand. That institution’s Board of Trustees became convinced Cedarville was the place God had chosen. By mutual agreement of both trustee boards, ownership of the College transferred in 1953, and Cedarville became a Baptist college of arts and sciences. Dr. James T. Jeremiah was called as president. By 1959, Cedarville’s enrollment had grown to 255. Six years later, the student body nearly tripled to 763. By the end of Jeremiah’s 25-year tenure as president in 1978, enrollment had grown to more than 1,200 students. That same year, Dr. Paul Dixon was called to lead Cedarville. In 2002, the Board of Trustees unanimously voted to change from Cedarville College to Cedarville University. This move better communicated Cedarville’s expanded academic offerings, graduate studies, institutional organization, and increased national and international presence. By the end of Dixon’s 25-year tenure as president in 2003, the student body had grown to more than 3,000 students. Under his leadership, Cedarville added nursing and engineering majors and constructed the Dixon Ministry Center and the Stevens Student Center. In 2003, Dr. Bill Brown became the next president of Cedarville University. Under Brown’s leadership, Cedarville built the Center for Biblical and Theological Studies and Health Sciences Center and launched four new graduate programs. In 2013, Dr. Thomas White became the 10th president of Cedarville University. Under his leadership, the University embarked on an extensive renovation of the Jeremiah Chapel, built new science laboratories, established two additional graduate programs, founded the Center for Biblical Apologetics and Public Christianity, and launched a 10-year master-planning process. The first three buildings opened in fall 2020: Bates-Dunn-Parker residence hall, Chick-fil-A, and the Civil Engineering Center. Profile Home to Christian students, Cedarville University is an accredited, Christ-centered, Baptist university of arts, sciences, professional, and graduate programs located in southwest Ohio. Since its founding in 1887, Cedarville has maintained its commitment to biblical truth and academic excellence to equip students for academic success, professional leadership, and spiritual influence. This intentional focus has earned Cedarville a national reputation as a leader in liberal arts, health sciences, and professional programs. Cedarville’s undergraduate curriculum is built upon a liberal arts core including biblical education, communications, global studies, humanities, physical education, science and mathematics, and the social sciences. From this foundation, the University’s 68 undergraduate degree programs provide concentrated study leading to one of eight baccalaureate degrees. Graduate programs are a growing segment of Cedarville’s educational array. Now offering 10 master’s and doctoral degrees and seven certificate programs in the areas of athletic training, business, innovation, leadership, nursing, ministry, pharmacy, physician assistant, and worship — 12 available fully online — that build on the University’s undergraduate reputation but serve the unique needs of adult students. Mission Statement Cedarville University transforms lives through excellent education and intentional discipleship in submission to biblical authority. Vision Statement For the Word of God and the Testimony of Jesus Christ. Portrait Statements Glorify God The Cedarville graduate exemplifies devotion to the triune God, Christlike character, and faithfulness to the teachings of the Scriptures. Think Broadly and Deeply The Cedarville graduate evaluates ideas, practices, and theories across disciplines within the framework of God’s revelation. Communicate Effectively The Cedarville graduate listens well, and produces and delivers clear, compelling, accurate, and truthful messages in a relevant, respectful manner. Develop Academically and Professionally The Cedarville graduate demonstrates competence and integrity in academic and professional endeavors. Engage for Christ The Cedarville graduate lives to further the mission of Christ in the world as an active influence in spiritual, moral, professional, and social spheres.
2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 3 Introduction Accreditation Accreditation Cedarville University is a four-year and graduate degreegranting institution chartered by the state of Ohio and authorized by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ohiohighered.org). The University and its degree programs are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org). In addition, the following programs maintain specialized accreditation: • The Master of Athletic Training program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). • The Master of Business Administration degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). • The Master of Medical Science in PA Studies (Starting May 2023) received Accreditation-Provisional status from ARC-PA in October 2022. • The Master of Science in Nursing degree program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). • The Doctor of Pharmacy degree program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). More information regarding accreditation for individual programs is included in the academic programs section in this catalog and at cedarville.edu/accreditation. Cedarville University also holds membership in the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU). For a listing of additional memberships, visit cedarville.edu/ memberships. Diversity Statement Cedarville University actively seeks to attract and serve a diverse group of Christian employees and students who exercise their spiritual calling to be agents of reconciliation, pursuing unity, peace, and community in an atmosphere that recognizes our union in Christ and celebrates the contributions of all who seek to follow Christ. To learn more about diversity at Cedarville, visit cedarville.edu/diversity. Campus Setting Cedarville University is located on 400 acres at the north edge of the village of Cedarville, Ohio, a quiet town with a population of approximately 4,000. Founded in 1816 at the junction of two state routes, the village and its surrounding area have long provided a wholesome environment for learning. This pleasant setting continues today. Downtown Cedarville features the historic Cedarville Opera House, Hearthstone Inn, a bank, haircutting establishments, post office, pharmacy, convenience store/gas station, a few restaurants, and two coffee shops. Within a mile of the University, Massie Creek and an adjacent park offer recreation and picnic facilities alongside the Little Miami Bike Trail. Rolling hills and farms border the village and University. This beautiful area, which extends westward to John Bryan State Park, has been recognized as one of the most scenic in the Midwest. Cedarville University is conveniently situated with easy access to shopping areas in the cities of Xenia, Beavercreek, Dayton, and Springfield. The University lies in the center of a triangle formed by three interstate highways, I-70, I-75, and I-71, and thus enjoys quick access to Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati. These metropolitan areas offer fine dining, professional sporting events, concerts, and employment opportunities. Directions to Cedarville's campus can be found by visiting cedarville.edu/directions. Take a virtual tour of campus by visiting cedarville.edu/tour. Cedarville University is located in the middle of a triangle formed by Interstates 70, 71, and 75. Springfield Dayton Columbus Cincinnati CEDARVILLE I-70 Rt. 72 I-75 Rt. 42 Rt. 72 I-71
Page 4 2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Introduction Facilities Facilities The following University facilities serve the academic and student life needs of residential graduate students. To view the campus map, visit cedarville.edu/campusmap. Athletic and Recreation Center This complex features the Callan Athletic Center, Doden Field House, Fitness Center, and University Medical Services (UMS). It provides space for the departments of athletics, campus recreation, the School of Allied Health, and UMS. Callan Athletic Center Constructed in 1981, the Callan Athletic Center includes the Stranahan Gymnasium, which seats nearly 3,000 fans and serves as the competition venue for basketball and volleyball programs, along with providing space for a variety of athletic team practices, intramural sports, and many other recreational activities. The facility features three full-length basketball courts, five volleyball courts, ten badminton courts, nine team and general-use locker rooms, an athletics laundry facility, and a state-of-the-art athletics training room complex. The renovated second floor, opened in January 2003, includes classrooms, an exercise science lab, offices for coaches, and faculty office space for the Master of Athletic Training and PA Studies programs. Constructed in 2022, the Callan Athletic Center Expansion includes the Varsity Weight Room, a 3,600 square foot performance facility designed specifically for strength and conditioning for the University's 16 varsity athletic programs. Branded from top to bottom with the Cedarville Yellow Jacket, the space allows for 36 athletes to train simultaneously on state of the art, sport specific equipment. The facility also serves to enhance sport rehabilitation and return to play through the athletic training program. Additionally, the Callan expansion houses the Athletic Team Room, with more than 2,000 square feet of space for the athletic staff and student-athletes to meet, review film, host events, and recruit future Yellow Jackets. Doden Field House The Doden Field House is the largest section of the Recreation Center, added in 2003. This 60,000-square-foot area can host four basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts or two indoor soccer courts. It also includes three batting cages, a 200-meter track, and bleachers seating 1,000 spectators. The track is used for individual walking/jogging as well as for high school and college indoor track competitions. Cedarville’s annual commencement is held in the Field House, accommodating nearly 7,000 attendees. Fitness Center Also added in 2003, the Fitness Center is an open, inviting area featuring a 40-foot indoor climbing wall, capturing the attention of all who enter. This section of the Recreation Center also includes three racquetball courts, a 2,200-square-foot exercise studio, a varsity athletics free weight room, a 2,000-square-foot general use free weight room, 28 Nautilus strength training machines, 50 cardio machines, and a recreation equipment room. University Medical Services Another section added to the complex in 2003 is University Medical Services, which provides ambulatory healthcare with a staff that consists of physicians and nurses. University Medical Services offers many healthcare services such as preventative care, illness care, wellness education, over-thecounter medications, allergy injection management, laboratory services, prescription medications, rehabilitation treatment, and an insurance claim service. Centennial Library The construction of the 66,000-square-foot, two-story library served as the cornerstone of the University’s 1987 centennial celebration. This structure brings together the latest information technologies for higher learning and provides general study and specialized seating for over 800 students. Designed to house a collection of up to 250,000 volumes, the library also contains the MediaPLEX, the Curriculum Materials Center, computer and media-supported classrooms, a variety of individual and group study facilities, and the University archives. The library collection consists of approximately 275,000 print, media, and digital items, including almost 1,000 journal subscriptions in print form, more than 9,000 e-journal subscriptions, and more than 53,000 e-books. As a member of OhioLINK, a cooperative of 90 institutional libraries, students and faculty have access to more than 12,000,000 unique titles through a centralized computer catalog with on-campus delivery. In addition, through OCLC, the Online Computer Library Center, the library has access to more than 236,000,000 books and other library materials in more than 72,000 libraries in all 50 states and 170 foreign countries. Chick-fil-A This 15,000-square-foot eatery is adjacent to the Centennial Library and is located along Cedar Lake. With seats for 300, the facility offers Chick-fil-A and Tossed: Salads and Pizza dining options. It opened August 2020. Center for Biblical and Theological Studies Situated on Cedar Lake, this innovative 59,000-square-foot structure supports Cedarville’s Bible minor — which grounds students in God’s Word — as well as the 10 Bible programs that prepare them for vocational ministry. The center includes a technology-equipped homiletics lab, two lecture halls, 14 classrooms, accessible faculty offices, email stations, a multimedia lab, and a 36-station computer lab, along with a lounge, gallery, and vending areas. The building also houses the University’s academic enrichment center (The Cove), which provides courses, programs, services, and events to cultivate academic success. It includes tutoring, first-year programming, disability services, workshops, consultations, and exploratory support. In 2019, the Warren and Betty Wiersbe Library and Reading Room opened on the first floor, housing a vast collection of commentaries, nonfiction publications, and works of literature from the personal library of one of the best-known Bible teachers from the 20th century. Dixon Ministry Center The 120,000-square-foot Dixon Ministry Center, completed in 1996, includes the Jeremiah Chapel, the Christian ministries division, the department of music and worship, and seven classrooms. The 3,720-seat chapel is the site of daily chapel services that bring the University family together for worship and instruction from God’s Word. The department of music and worship facilities include 15 instructional studios, 20 practice rooms, four rehearsal halls, a piano pedagogy suite, a piano laboratory, a computer laboratory, three specialized classrooms, a large conference room, and a beautiful 250-seat recital hall.
2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 5 Introduction Facilities Engineering and Science Center This facility demonstrates the University’s firm commitment to providing a quality Christian education in the sciences. This 95,000-square-foot, three-story academic center is home to the department of science and mathematics and the Elmer W. Engstrom School of Engineering and Computer Science. It contains 10 classrooms, including a 200-seat auditorium, 10 independent study laboratories, five conference rooms, 36 discipline-specific laboratories, 50 offices, and several lounges. The building also contains a 40-station general-use computer laboratory and features video and data connectivity in all offices, classrooms, and laboratories. Special features include three computer-equipped classrooms, a 16-inch reflecting telescope, an audio visual learning laboratory, an engine test cell, five electronic circuit laboratories, and a wind tunnel with an 18-inch test chamber. Civil Engineering Center This facility opened August 2020 to house the civil engineering major. With two large classrooms, four laboratories, and six faculty offices, it is located near the Engineering Projects Laboratory. Founders Hall This historic facility was renamed Founders Hall on Centennial Charter Day, January 26, 1987. Today this stately structure serves as Cedarville’s administrative and academic headquarters with offices for the President, Vice President for Academics, Vice President for Business and Chief Financial Officer, Dean of Undergraduate Studies, and the Office of Assessment and Accreditation Services. Graduate and Teaching Services This building is home to both The Graduate School administrative offices and the Center for Teaching and Learning. Staff members from the Center for Teaching and Learning work with faculty members to create effective instructional solutions. Administrative staff for Cedarville's Graduate School support online and residential graduate students from their application for admission through their enrollment and graduation, providing a wide range of support and advising services. Hartman Hall Hartman Hall is home to our Human Resources offices and houses a conference room. A full-scale restoration of this historic home was completed in 2012. Health Sciences Center The newly constructed Health Sciences Center is home to the Schools of Nursing and Pharmacy as well as the Center for Bioethics. This facility houses state-of-the-art classrooms and research and clinical laboratories, including one of the best simulation centers in the country. It also includes numerous student collaboration rooms and comfortable lounges for group interaction and individual study and relaxation. Milner Business Administration Building Opened in 1987 and featuring the latest in instructional technology, the George Milner Business Administration Building contains nine general classrooms, two computer classrooms, the trading center, the center for business innovation, and faculty offices for the school of business administration. Stevens Student Center As the hub of student activity at Cedarville, the SSC houses food services, the bookstore, event rooms, classrooms, computer labs, the post office, the student radio station, theatre, and student government. The 150,000-square-foot building is also the home of Undergraduate Admissions, Cashiers Office, Financial Aid, Office of the Registrar, and the Student Life and Christian Ministries Division. Dining options on campus include the dining hall’s all-you-caneat meals or casual meals in Stinger’s, Cedarville’s snack shop. The President’s Dining Room, used for special occasions, offers formal dining in an elegant setting. Many students and guests also enjoy Rinnova, the campus coffee shop. The bookstore endeavors to provide students with academic materials as well as Cedarville apparel, books, and more. Shop online at cedarville.edu/bookstore. The theatre complex includes an impressive 400-seat theatre with modern technology and staging, as well as a movement studio, makeup suite, scene design lab, scene shop, offices, and dressing rooms. Tyler Digital Communication Center This facility, renovated in 2002, includes a graphic design lab, writing center, multimedia lab, three computer classrooms, seven general classrooms, and faculty offices. Offices for the Dean for Graduate Studies, Alumni Relations, Marketing and Communications, Advancement, and Information Technology are also located in this building. Tyler also holds the IT Service Center offering computer and mobile device assistance.
Page 6 2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Admissions Admission Criteria.............................................. 7 » Degree Program Admission..................7 » Nondegree and Certificate Program Admission..............................................7 » Readmission..........................................7 Admission Decisions. ........................................ 7 » Unconditional Admission.......................7 » Conditional Admission...........................7 » Denied Admission.................................7 Deadlines and Notifications............................... 8 » Reservation Deposit..............................8 International Applicants (non-U.S. citizens). ..... 8 Transcript and Standardized Test Policy. .......... 8
2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 7 Admissions Admissions Admission Decisions Unconditional Admission Graduate and professional practice degree program applicants meeting all stated requirements for a particular graduate program and approved by the program school are granted unconditional degree-seeking admission. Unconditional admission allows students to matriculate and pursue a degree program plan without any restrictions. Students with this type of admission are eligible for University and federal financial aid. Conditional Admission Graduate and professional practice degree program applicants who evidence insufficient preparation in their intended graduate program, or who lack certain supporting documentation required for unconditional admission, may be granted conditional degreeseeking admission by the program school. Conditionally admitted students must meet the stipulations set forth at the time of admission to achieve unconditional admission status. Conditions of admission will be communicated to the student by the academic advisor. Degree-seeking students are eligible for University and federal student aid. Students are permitted to take a predetermined number of credits on a conditionally admitted basis. Each graduate program may determine the number of credits depending on program requirements. Once students meet all the conditions of admission and are admitted to an unconditional status, they may pursue a degree program plan without any further restrictions. Conditions of admission not met by the communicated deadline could lead to dismissal from the program at the end of the term. Academic deficiencies include but are not limited to the following: • Undergraduate degree is from an unaccredited or unapproved institution. • Final, official undergraduate transcript has not been received. (Used to offer conditional admission to current applicants in their final semester of undergraduate study or used to offer conditional admission to late applicants who submit unofficial transcripts. To meet the conditions for admission, a final official transcript would be needed before the student is eligible to register for the subsequent semester.) • Program course deficiencies (may be taken at Cedarville University or other accredited university): A program course deficiency is defined as courses that are lacking in the student’s undergraduate preparation and indicate that the student is inadequately prepared to begin master's or professional doctorate level work as determined by the program director or dean. A course deficiency is not the same as a course prerequisite. • Required entrance examination scores have not been received (includes international student test scores) or need to be retaken for higher score. Note: Program directors may require GRE/GMAT of applicants prior to considering for/approval of conditional admission. Denied Admission Graduate applicants who do not meet the stated requirements for admission to the University and/or the desired graduate program may be denied admission. Applicants may appeal decisions directly to Graduate Admissions for consideration if additional information is provided that addresses the reason for the deny decision. Admissions Apply online at cedarville.edu/graduate. Admission Criteria Cedarville University invites applications for its graduate and professional practice degree programs from college graduates who are able to present strong academic records and a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ. All graduate program application requirements may be found under the appropriate graduate program by accessing cedarville. edu/graduate. Applicants must also affirm their commitment to the Cedarville Covenant (cedarville.edu/cedarvillecovenant) and agree to abide by the student standards of conduct. Applicants should review the University’s doctrinal statement (cedarville.edu/ doctrinalstatement) to understand our beliefs and Christian heritage, which serve as the foundation for our community. Cedarville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, or national origin. Degree Program Admission Admission to Cedarville University graduate degree programs is managed by the associated academic school in cooperation with Graduate Admissions. All admissions are competitive and reflect the judgment of the academic school for which admission is being sought. Those making admission decisions take into account the student’s potential to complete a particular program. For specific information on each program’s criteria for admission, please refer to the respective program’s section of this catalog. Graduate Admissions carefully considers each applicant’s total record, seeking to make decisions that will result in the best fit between the applicant’s interests and abilities as well as the University’s expectations and values. Nondegree and Certificate Program Admission Students who would like to take a graduate course for enrichment or transfer to another graduate program, or who plan to be a part of one of our graduate certificate programs, should complete the appropriate nondegree application. Admission to Cedarville University nondegree and certificate programs is managed by Graduate Admissions. All admissions reflect the judgment of the academic school for which admission is being sought. For specific information on each nondegree or certificate program’s criteria for admission and application process, please refer to the respective program’s section of this catalog and/or the graduate programs admission website. Readmission Cedarville University graduate students who have officially withdrawn, have not been enrolled in graduate courses at Cedarville University for more than one year (12 months), or whose student status has been deactivated for one or more semesters due to academic or student life disciplinary action are considered withdrawn from the University. Those students who want to re-enroll should submit the application for graduate readmission. For information regarding readmission to your graduate program, please contact Graduate Admissions at 937766-8000 or gradadmissions@cedarville.edu.
Page 8 2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Admissions Deadlines and Notifications Deadlines and Notifications Applicants to graduate programs should review the admission decision process and deadlines on the Graduate Admissions website and the respective program sections of this catalog. An admission decision is made when application files (i.e., application form and required documents) are complete. Applicants are officially notified by email as soon as a decision is reached. Applicants may also monitor the status of their application online. Extenuating circumstances for late applicants may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Graduate students may request to defer their acceptance to a future term for up to one year from the original application term. Students should send a written request to Graduate Admissions for review and approval. Students who do not matriculate within one year of their acceptance may be required to submit a new application for admission to a future term. Reservation Deposit A reservation deposit must be submitted by new and readmitted students in order to enroll and register for courses in the following: • Master of Athletic Training – $250 • Pharm.D. – $250 • Physician Assistant - $500 No reservation deposit is required for other Cedarville graduate programs. The Physician Assistant program deposit is nonrefundable. Students will have seven calendar days to acknowledge their acceptance. Within two weeks of being notified of acceptance, students must submit the first installment ($250) of their nonrefundable deposit to secure their seat. The second installment ($250) will be due by March 1 of the student's matriculation year. The Pharm.D. reservation deposit is fully refundable if the request for refund is received before the reservation deposit deadline. All refund requests must be made in writing by the student. No refunds are available after the deposit deadline. Reservation deposit deadlines are as follows: Term Deadline Summer and Fall Semester June 1 Spring Semester Nov. 1 Students admitted after the reservation deposit deadlines must submit their reservation deposits within two weeks of notification of admission. See cedarville.edu/paydeposit for reservation deposit details. International Applicants (non-U.S. citizens) International applicants coming from countries in which English is not the native language will need to demonstrate their proficiency in English by taking the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), English3 exam, or the International English Language Test (IELTS). All international applicants must submit official results from either TOEFL, English3 exam, or IELTS. The required score on the TOEFL is an Internet-based score of 80. Cedarville University’s institution code for TOEFL is 1151. The required score on the IELTS is a 6.5. The test must have been taken within the last five years unless the applicant has completed an entire baccalaureate or graduate program in residence in a regionally accredited or otherwise approved college/university in the United States. International applicants applying for graduate residential programs must submit an affidavit of financial support, along with credible documentary evidence (bank statements, fixed certificates of deposit, etc.) that you have enough readily available funds to meet all expenses (tuition, room, board, etc.) Prior to the first day of official enrollment, international students must deposit funds to cover one semester's worth of expenses at the University in U.S. currency. International students are limited to on-campus employment only and cannot displace qualified U.S. citizens for such positions. Transcript and Standardized Test Policy Graduate and professional practice degree program applicants generally have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited or otherwise approved university. Transcripts received for admission review must be official. Applicants are required to submit official college transcripts from all postsecondary institutions in which the student has enrolled, even if no credit was earned. The degree-granting institution transcript should also indicate the degree conferred and the date granted. If a graduate and professional practice degree program applicant is currently completing a baccalaureate degree during the admission review, conditional admission may be granted until the final degreegranting transcript is received. If transcripts are in a language other than English or are from a non-U.S. college/university, prospective graduate students must submit the original transcript to a credential evaluation service. The original transcript should be submitted along with the official evaluation from the evaluation agency. The cost for credential verification and translation is the responsibility of the applicant. We recommend the following credential evaluation/translation services: • International Consultants of Delaware • World Education Services (WES) • Academic Evaluation Services, Inc. • International Education Research Foundation If required by a degree program, standardized test scores should be submitted directly from the testing agency to Graduate Admissions. The test must have been taken within the last five years prior to applying. Standardized test scores, if required by a program, will be considered along with other factors in making the admissions decision.
2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 9 Academic Information Graduate and Professional Education............. 10 Accessing Online Courses Before the Start of Each Term................................................. 10 Classification of Students. ............................... 10 Credit Hour Equivalences - Graduate Clinical/ Practicum, Field Experiences, and Internships. ............................................... 10 Controlling Catalog.......................................... 10 Student Responsibility..................................... 11 Academic Integrity........................................... 11 Academic Advising.......................................... 11 Registration Process........................................ 11 Course Load.................................................... 12 Attendance. ..................................................... 12 Undergraduates in Graduate Courses............ 12 Audit................................................................. 12 Drop/Add Policy............................................... 12 Continuation as an Active Student................... 13 Withdrawal Policy............................................. 13 Grading System............................................... 13 » Grade Points and Point Averages.......14 Grade Appeal Process. ................................... 14 Repeating Courses.......................................... 14 Academic Discipline Policies. ......................... 14 » Academic Warning..............................14 » Academic Probation............................14 » Academic Suspension. .......................14 » Academic Appeals..............................14 » Readmission........................................14 » Academic Dismissal............................14 Credit for Prior Learning. ................................. 14 » Other Types of Prior Learning Credit...14 » Transfer Credits...................................14 » Institutional Test-Out............................15 » Nontraditional Learning.......................15 » Transient Study....................................15 Graduation Requirements................................ 15 » Intent to Graduate. ..............................15 » Graduation with Distinction. ................15 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act..... 15
Page 10 2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Academic Information Academic Information Academic Information Cedarville University graduate and professional practice degree programs are designed to meet the professional, personal, and spiritual needs of adults who desire to honor God with their careers and lives. Truth from Scripture is integrated with the knowledge taught in each course to provide effective learning and enduring life values. The knowledge and skills learned from the curricular experiences provide adults with an excellent background for professional competence in their chosen fields. Graduate and Professional Education During the last two decades, Cedarville University has expanded its graduate, first-professional, and certificate programs, serving students from the local region and around the world. All of these programs are built on four distinctives: biblical integration, practical application, collaborative engagement, and technological innovation. Programs are delivered in online, hybrid, or traditional oncampus formats. Class schedules are convenient for graduate students. To ensure access, costs are very competitive with comparable universities and financial aid options are available for degree programs. Current graduate, first-professional, and certificate offerings: Degree/Program Delivery Format Master’s Degrees Master of Athletic Training Residential Master of Arts in Biblical Leadership Online Master of Arts in Innovation Online Concentration: Business Innovation Online Concentration: Business Analytics and Visualization Online Master of Arts in Worship and Theology Online Master of Business Administration Online Concentration: Accounting Online Concentration: Business Analytics Online Concentration: Cybersecurity Management Online Concentration: Healthcare Administration Online Concentration: Innovation and Entrepreneurship Online Concentration: Operations Management Online Master of Divinity Residential Accelerated Master of Divinity Residential Advanced Master of Divinity Residential Master of Ministry Residential/Online Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies (Starting May 2023) Residential Master of Science in Nursing Focus: Family Nurse Practitioner Online Focus: Global Public Health Nursing (in teach-out) Online Focus: Nurse Educator Online Focus: Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Improvement Online Focus: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Online Dual Degree: M.S.N. Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Improvement/M.B.A. in Nursing Leadership Online Doctorate Degrees Doctor of Pharmacy Residential Combined Degree: Pharm.D./M.B.A. Residential/Hybrid Graduate Certificates (non-degree) Global Public Health Nursing (in teach-out) Online Nursing Education Online Nursing Leadership Online Operations Management Online Cybersecurity Management Online Healthcare Administration Online Worship Leadership Online For information about available graduate, first-professional, or certificate programs, contact Graduate Admissions at 1-937766-8000, email gradadmissions@cedarville.edu, or visit cedarville.edu/graduate. Accessing Online Courses Before the Start of Each Term The date on which graduate online course content will be available for student access before the start of each term differs by program and School. Students should check the respective academic sections of the graduate catalog or contact their program advisor for the specific access date for the courses in their program. Classification of Students Graduate students are classified by the number of hours for which they are enrolled, as follows: • Full-time students are those who have met the requirements for admission as determined by the Graduate Admissions Committee, have been admitted to a degree program, and are carrying at least six semester hours of credit in that academic semester. • Part-time students are those who have met the requirements for admission as determined by the Graduate Admissions Committee, have been admitted to a degree program, and are taking fewer than six semester hours. • Nondegree-seeking students are those who are taking graduate courses but have not yet been admitted to a specific degree program or do not intend to work toward a graduate degree. Credit Hour Equivalences - Graduate Clinical/ Practicum, Field Experiences, and Internships The credit hour equivalency requirements for graduate clinical/ practicum, field experiences, and internships differ by program and School. Students should check the respective academic sections of the graduate catalog or contact their program or faculty advisor for the specific requirements for their program. Controlling Catalog The Graduate Catalog in use when a student first enrolls in a graduate degree program governs his/her graduation requirements, unless that catalog is over five years old or that student has left and then sought to re-enroll more than two years later. Consequently, that catalog should be retained and used as a guide in case changes are made in course or graduation requirements during the time the student is enrolled. A student may select a subsequent catalog if the student wishes, but all requirements from that catalog must be completed.
2022–23 Graduate Academic Catalog Page 11 Academic Information Student Responsibility Academic Advising Each student is assigned to an academic advisor by the director of their graduate program: • The Graduate Admissions and Student Success office provides advising for online programs, including Master of Arts in Biblical Leadership, Master of Arts in Innovation, Master of Arts in Worship and Theology, Master of Ministry, Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Business Administration, and graduate certificates students. • School of Biblical and Theological Studies provides advising for Master of Divinity students. • School of Allied Health provides advising for Master of Athletic Training and Master of Medical Science in PA Studies students. • School of Pharmacy provides advising for Pharm.D. students. A student’s academic advisor offers counsel concerning course scheduling and helps navigate various resources and processes for a successful graduate school experience. Students are encouraged to consult their academic advisor prior to registration, when considering any changes in their educational program, or if they encounter an academic problem. Degree-seeking students may review their academic program progression by using the Program Evaluation option in Student Planning at cedarville.edu/ studentplanning. Registration Process Registration dates for each session are listed in the annual graduate academic calendar at cedarville.edu/gradcalendar. Registration information and instructions are distributed from the Office of the Registrar by email prior to the respective registration periods. Additionally, information regarding course offerings and sections is available online at cedarville.edu/gradschedules. New graduate students must be accepted for admission through the graduate admissions office before they are eligible to register. Early registration periods are designated for active graduate students. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of this early registration opportunity. Students who register early for a term but do not enroll for the following semester must notify the Office of the Registrar of their change in status. To register for courses during a semester, all graduate students must digitally sign their Financial Terms and Conditions at cedarville.edu/fra before their registration can be completed. Prior to submitting a course registration, the student is encouraged to consult with his/her academic advisor to discuss course options and class schedules. Although each student has an academic advisor to help with scheduling, the student is responsible for the chosen class schedule, course of study, and progress through the program. Graduate students may plan their course sequence and register online by searching "student planning" from myCU.cedarville. edu. The online registration process may be completed from any computer or mobile device through which the student has Internet access. Registration instructions using Student Planning may be found at cedarville.edu/gradschedules. After the online registration process has been completed, the student’s confirmed schedule becomes an active registration in the administrative computer system. To register for graduate courses, please visit cedarville.edu/ gradregister. To complete registration, students must make financial arrangements for payment of the amount due. (See Making Payment on page 17) Student Responsibility Each student assumes full responsibility for knowing Cedarville University standards, regulations, and procedures along with those of the graduate and professional practice degree programs. While all personnel at Cedarville University endeavor to help students in every way possible, the responsibility for meeting requirements stated in this catalog rests with the student and not the advisor or the University. Students are responsible for tracking their progress toward meeting all graduation requirements. Academic Integrity Honesty and integrity are marks of Christian character. One way students live out this commitment to excellence is by adhering to very high standards of academic integrity. Cedarville’s academic integrity policy and pledge encourage honesty from students and provide an atmosphere of accountability. The Academic Integrity Pledge is a commitment to live with integrity in all areas of life, including the classroom. All forms of academic dishonesty violate this pledge and could result in dismissal from this community. All students at Cedarville pledge the following: With my pledge to affirm the Cedarville Covenant, I attest that all work I submit in person, online, or in any other format as my own is my own work and is in accordance with the standards of the Academic Integrity Policy.As a member of the community, I will love God and others, live with integrity, and pursue excellence in all that I do. Failure to act with academic integrity includes, but is not limited to, the following: • Cheating on examinations or quizzes • Plagiarism • Lying in connection with assigned work or an inquiry into academic dishonesty • Knowingly furnishing false information by forgery, alteration, or misuse of documents, records, or identification within the course activities, requirements, or responsibilities • Knowingly providing correct information to another student concerning exams and other future individual work is a violation of academic integrity. This includes, but is not limited to, selling or supplying course materials and assignments to individuals or intermediaries, providing questions to be asked on exams or giving answers for questions that will be asked. • Representing another’s work as one’s own Typical penalties assigned by faculty for a lack of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, the following: • Reducing the letter grade for the work involved • Reducing the letter grade for the course • Giving a failing grade for all work involved • Giving a failing grade for the course The assignment of penalties for lack of academic integrity shall be at the discretion of the faculty member of record for the course in consultation with the chair or dean of the faculty member’s academic unit. All cases of academic dishonesty shall be reported to the office of the Vice President for Academics in writing within six (6) instructional days of the resolution of the incident. Any student involved in academic dishonesty may be subject to suspension or dismissal. The procedure and process for appeals of decisions related to academic misconduct, is available on the website of the Vice President for Academics (cedarville.edu/avp) using the “Policies” link from that page. Students may also obtain the same information directly from the office of the Vice President for Academics.
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