2009-2010 Graduate Academic Catalog

2009–10 Cedarville University Graduate Education 9 Graduate Education Financial Information Academic Misconduct All forms of academic misconduct are prohibited by the standards of conduct for graduate students at Cedarville University. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating on examinations or quizzes, plagiarism, or knowingly furnishing false information to the University by forgery, alteration, or misuse of documents, records, or identification. Typical penalties assigned by the faculty for academic misconduct include, but are not limited to, the following: • Reduction of the letter grade for the work involved • Reduction of the letter grade for the course • Assignment of a failing grade for all work involved • Assignment of a failing grade for the course Any student involved in academic dishonesty is also subject to suspension or dismissal by recommendation of the chair of the department in which the student is enrolled and upon approval of the dean of the respective school. The procedure to address academic dishonesty is as follows: When a faculty member suspects a case of academic dishonesty, the faculty member will confront the student(s) involved. If a faculty member concludes that academic dishonesty has occurred, then the student(s) will be informed in writing of the faculty member’s academic penalty and any other recommended disciplinary action. The faculty member will also provide written notification to the chair of the faculty member’s department and the chair of the department of the student’s major (in the case they are different) to inquire about any previous involvement in academic dishonesty. The faculty member will also provide a copy of the notification to the office of the dean of the school in which the student is enrolled. Any disciplinary action beyond a grade penalty is to be recommended to the chair of the department in which the student is enrolled (e.g., suspension or dismissal). The process for appeals of decisions related to academic misconduct, is available on the website of the academic vice president ( www.cedarville.edu/academics/avp ) using the “Policies” link from that page. That information may also be obtained by calling the office of the academic vice president at 937-766-7770. Academic Advising Each student is assigned to an academic advisor by the dean or the director of a particular graduate program. The academic advisor offers counsel concerning course scheduling. 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. Financial Information University Financial Operating Policy Tuition and fees are kept as low as possible to be consistent with responsible operation of the University. The revenue from students does not cover the total cost of operation. The University is partially supported by individuals and churches who desire to share in the preparation of young people for effective Christian service in all walks of life. Some funds are received from interested businesses, industries, and foundations. Student costs are subject to change upon reasonable notification by the University. See the Academic Programs section of this catalog for costs associated with specific programs. Financial Registration Policy To enable the University to be responsible in meeting its financial obligations, students must make provision for the payment of their bill at the beginning of each term. A student’s registration for classes indicates a commitment to pay for related charges as stated in this catalog (see Payment Penalties). Students must be financially registered prior to the start of classes each semester. To be financially registered, a student must either • Pay his or her bill in full within the first two days of the start of class, or • Make arrangements with the cashiers office for payment ( www.cedarville.edu/cashiers ). Students who do not make financial arrangements for the payment of their bill within the first two days of the start of class may not be permitted to attend classes and may be asked to withdraw from the University (see Payment Penalties). Making Payment Payment can be made by check, cash (in person at the cashiers office), or online through our EZPAY system at www.cedarville.edu/ezpay . For your protection, please do not mail cash. Please send payments made payable to: Attn: Cashiers Cedarville University 251 N. Main St. Cedarville, OH 45314 *Please remember to include your student ID number and student name on all checks. Notification of the University Bill Students who pre-register for classes will normally receive a statement based on their pre-registration schedule 10 to 15 days before the semester begins or on the first day of class. A statement of the student’s account is generated each month when that account has activity. Invoices and account statements are directed to students at their current home residence. Students may view their student accounts online using CedarInfo. Payment Penalties Students not making financial arrangements within the first two days of the start of class will be charged a $25 late payment fee. Students with unpaid balances at the end of a semester may be denied enrollment in the next semester or denied grade reports, transcripts, and/or a diploma. Students will be responsible for any fees incurred in the collection of past due accounts. Interest Rates An annual interest rate (currently 15% or 1.25% per month) will be charged from the beginning of the term in which the student first enrolled on any unpaid balance due.