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. 2010–11 Graduate Academic Catalog A Baptist University of Arts, Sciences, and Professional Programs Established in 1887 Introduction......................................................3 Profile............................................................................. 3 History........................................................................... 3 Mission.......................................................................... 3 Accreditation.................................................................. 3 Distinctives.................................................................... 4 Diversity Statement. ...................................................... 4 Campus Setting............................................................. 4 The Cedarville Graduate Experience..............5 Community Covenant.................................................... 5 Standards of Conduct.................................................... 5 Admissions.......................................................5 Standards...................................................................... 5 How to Apply.................................................................. 6 Conditional Acceptance................................................. 6 Academic Information. ....................................6 Academic Advising........................................................ 6 Registration Process...................................................... 6 Classification of Students.............................................. 7 Drop/Add Policy............................................................. 7 Continuation As an Active Student. ............................... 7 Withdrawal Policy. ......................................................... 7 Grading System............................................................. 8 Grade Points and Point Averages.................................. 8 Grade Appeal Process................................................... 8 Petitions and Student Complaints. ................................ 8 Probation and Suspension Policies............................... 9 Attendance. ................................................................... 9 Course Load.................................................................. 9 Repeating Courses........................................................ 9 Independent Study........................................................ 9 Transfer Credits............................................................. 9 Transient Study.............................................................. 9 Graduation Requirements. ...........................................10 Application for Graduation............................................10 Controlling Catalog.......................................................10 Financial Information......................................10 University Financial Operating Policy...........................10 Financial Registration Policy.........................................10 Making Payment...........................................................11 Notification of the University Bill...................................11 Payment Penalties........................................................10 Interest Rates...............................................................11 Financial Aid.................................................................11 Veterans Training Benefits.. ..........................................11 Refund and Withdrawal. ...............................................11 Federal Refund............................................................ 12 Federal Refund Policy for Stafford Loans.................... 12 Master of Education........................................13 Licensure and Certification.......................................... 13 Accreditation................................................................ 13 Admissions Standards................................................. 14 Admissions Process and Timeframe. .......................... 14 Background Checks for Clinical Experiences.............. 14 Tuition Cost.................................................................. 14 Financial Aid and Scholarships.................................... 14 Course Load................................................................ 14 Graduate Courses for Undergraduates........................ 14 Repeating M.Ed. Courses............................................ 14 Transfer Credits........................................................... 15 Thesis/Project Requirements....................................... 15 Graduation Requirements. .......................................... 15 Program Delivery......................................................... 15 Housing for M.Ed. Students......................................... 15 Campus Services............................................15 Summer Housing Information...................................... 15 Library......................................................................... 15 Computer Services...................................................... 16 Computer Help............................................................ 16 Recreation Center. ...................................................... 16 Food Services. ............................................................ 16 Campus Safety............................................................ 16 Course Descriptions.......................................17 Faculty. ............................................................19 Contents
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