2022-2023 Graduate Academic Catalog

Introduction	3
A Word From Our President	4
History	4
Profile	4
Mission Statement	4
Vision Statement	4
Portrait Statements	4
Accreditation	5
Diversity Statement	5
Campus Setting	5
Facilities	6
Athletic and Recreation Center	6
Callan Athletic Center	6
Doden Field House	6
Fitness Center	6
University Medical Services	6
Centennial Library	6
Chick-fil-A	6
Center for Biblical and Theological Studies	6
Dixon Ministry Center	6
Engineering and Science Center	7
Civil Engineering Center	7
Founders Hall	7
Graduate and Teaching Services	7
Hartman Hall	7
Health Sciences Center	7
Milner Business Administration Building	7
Stevens Student Center	7
Tyler Digital Communication Center	7
Admissions	8
Admissions	9
Admission Criteria	9
Degree Program Admission	9
Nondegree and Certificate Program Admission	9
Readmission	9
Admission Decisions	9
Unconditional Admission	9
Conditional Admission	9
Denied Admission	9
Deadlines and Notifications	10
Reservation Deposit	10
International Applicants (non-U.S. citizens)	10
Transcript and Standardized Test Policy	10
Academic Information	11
Academic Information	12
Graduate and Professional Education	12
Accessing Online Courses Before the Start of Each Term	12
Classification of Students	12
Credit Hour Equivalences - Graduate Clinical/Practicum, Field Experiences, and Internships	12
Controlling Catalog	12
Student Responsibility	13
Academic Integrity	13
Academic Advising	13
Registration Process	13
Course Load	14
Attendance	14
Undergraduates in Graduate Courses	14
Audit	14
Drop/Add Policy	14
Continuation as an Active Student	15
Withdrawal Policy	15
Grading System	15
Grade Points and Point Averages	16
Grade Appeal Process	16
Repeating Courses	16
Academic Discipline Policies	16
Academic Warning	16
Academic Probation	16
Academic Suspension	16
Academic Appeals	16
Readmission	16
Academic Dismissal	16
Credit for Prior Learning	16
Other Types of Prior Learning Credit	16
Transfer Credits	16
Institutional Test-Out	17
Nontraditional Learning	17
Transient Study	17
Graduation Requirements	17
Intent to Graduate	17
Graduation with Distinction	17
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act	17
Financial Information	18
Financial Information	19
University Financial Operating Policy	19
Financial Registration Policy	19
Making Payment	19
Invoices and Statements Online	19
Payment Penalties	19
Interest Rates	19
Veterans Training Benefits and Dependents Educational Assistance	19
Withdrawal Refunds	19
Tuition Refund Schedule	20
Financial Aid	20
Federal Refund	20
Return of Federal Title IV Funds, Policy and Regulations	20
Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for Recipients of Financial Aid	21
Student Rights	21
Student Responsibilities	21
Student Services	22
Support Services	23
Career Services	23
Counseling Services	23
Food Services	23
Healthcare and Medical Services	23
Information Technology	23
Library	24
Recreation Center	24
Campus Security	24
Parking Registration	24
Graduate ID Cards	24
Security and Safety	24
Ministry Opportunities	24
Church Participation	24
Chapel	24
Personal Bible Study	24
The Lord’s Day	24
Marriage and Family	24
Global Outreach — International	25
Student Life	25
Spiritual Emphasis	25
Community Covenant	25
Intercollegiate Athletics	25
Campus Recreation	25
Seeking Shalom: Petitions and Student Complaints	25
Online Etiquette/Netiquette Guidelines	25
Love for God	26
Love for Others	26
Integrity in Conduct	26
Excellence in Effort	26
Next Steps for Violations of the Guidelines	26
Academic Schools and Departments	27
School of Allied Health	28
Master of Athletic Training	29
Purpose Statement	29
Values	29
Program Objectives	29
Program Prerequisites	29
Program Delivery	29
Course Requirements	29
Accreditation	30
Admission Standards	30
Admission Process and Timeframe	30
Tuition and Fees	30
Financial Aid	30
Academic Advising	30
Course Sequencing	30
Course Load	30
Academic Discipline Policies	30
Academic Warning	30
Academic Probation	30
Academic Suspension	30
Academic Appeals	31
Readmission	31
Academic Dismissal	31
Graduation Requirements	31
Intent to Graduate	31
Walking in Commencement	31
Master of Medical Science in PA Studies	32
Anticipated start date – Summer 2023	32
Purpose Statement and Mission	32
Program Objectives (Learning Outcomes)	32
Program Prerequisites	32
Program Curriculum	33
Program Delivery	34
Course Sequencing	34
Advanced Standing/Transfer Credit	34
Professional Accreditation	34
Licensure	34
Admissions Standards	34
Admissions Process	34
Tuition and Fees	34
Financial Aid	34
Academic Advising	34
Professional Behavior and Conduct	34
Academic Discipline Policies	35
Academic Warning	35
Academic Probation	35
Academic Suspension/Dismissal	35
Academic Appeals	35
Readmission	35
Clinical Requirements	35
Clinical Credit Hour Equivalence	35
Graduation Requirements	35
Intent to Graduate	35
Walking in Graduation	35
Faculty	36
School of Biblical and Theological Studies	37
Master of Arts in Biblical Leadership	38
Mission	38
Areas of Focus	38
Program Objectives	38
Program Delivery	38
Program Prerequisites	38
Admission Standards	38
Course Requirements	38
Admission Process and Timeframe	38
Tuition and Fees	38
Financial Aid and Scholarships	39
Academic Advising	39
Course Sequencing	39
Course Load	39
Internship Requirements	39
Transfer Credits	39
Academic Discipline Policies	39
Academic Warning	39
Academic Probation	39
Academic Suspension	39
Academic Appeals	39
Readmission	39
Academic Dismissal	39
Graduation Requirements	39
Intent to Graduate	39
Walking in Commencement	39
Center for Biblical Integration	39
Master of Arts in Worship and Theology	40
Mission	40
Areas of Focus	40
Program Objectives	40
Program Delivery	40
Program Prerequisites	40
Admission Standards	40
Course Requirements	40
Admission Process and Timeframe	40
Tuition and Fees	40
Financial Aid and Scholarships	41
Academic Advising	41
Course Sequencing	41
Course Load	41
Transfer Credits	41
Academic Discipline Policies	41
Academic Warning	41
Academic Probation	41
Academic Suspension	41
Academic Appeals	41
Readmission	41
Academic Dismissal	41
Graduation Requirements	41
Intent to Graduate	41
Walking in Commencement	41
Center for Biblical Integration	41
Master of Divinity	42
Mission	42
Areas of Focus	42
Program Objectives	42
Program Delivery	42
Program Prerequisite	42
Language Proficiency	42
Course Requirements	42
Character Colloquium	43
Admission Standards	43
Admission Process and Timeframe	43
Tuition and Fees	43
Financial Aid and Scholarships	43
Academic Advising	43
Course Sequencing	44
Course Load	44
Transfer Credits	44
Ministry Internship	44
Academic Discipline Policies	44
Academic Warning	44
Academic Probation	44
Academic Suspension	44
Academic Appeals	44
Readmission	44
Academic Dismissal	44
Graduation Requirements	44
Intent to Graduate	44
Walking in Commencement	44
Center for Biblical Integration	44
Accelerated Master of Divinity	45
Mission	45
Areas of Focus	45
Program Objectives	45
Program Delivery	45
Program Prerequisites	45
Language Proficiency	45
Course Requirements	45
Advanced Master of Divinity	47
Undergraduate prerequisite areas include:	47
Students should have the following undergraduate coursework:	47
Program Prerequisites	47
Language Proficiency	47
Course Requirements	47
Master of Ministry	49
Mission	49
Areas of Focus	49
Program Objectives	49
Program Delivery	49
Admission Standards	49
Course Requirements	49
Admission Process and Timeframe	49
Tuition and Fees	50
Financial Aid and Scholarships	50
Academic Advising	50
Course Sequencing	50
Course Load	50
Internship Requirements	50
Transfer Credits	50
Ministry Internship	50
Academic Discipline Policies	50
Academic Warning	50
Academic Probation	50
Academic Suspension	50
Academic Appeals	50
Readmission	50
Academic Dismissal	50
Graduation Requirements	50
Intent to Graduate	50
Walking in Commencement	50
Center for Biblical Integration	51
Faculty	51
School of Business Administration	52
Master of Arts in Innovation	53
Purpose Statement	53
Values	53
Program Objectives	53
Program Delivery	53
Course Requirements	53
Accreditation	53
Admission Standards	53
Admission Process and Timeframe	54
Tuition and Fees	54
Financial Aid and Scholarships	54
Academic Advising	54
Course Sequencing	54
Course Load	54
Transfer Credits	54
Academic Discipline Policies	54
Academic Warning	54
Academic Probation	54
Academic Suspension	54
Academic Appeals	54
Readmission	54
Academic Dismissal	54
Graduation Requirements	54
Intent to Graduate	54
Walking in Commencement	54
Master of Business Administration	55
Purpose Statement	55
Values	55
Program Objectives	55
Program Delivery	55
Program Prerequisites	55
Course Requirements	56
Master of Business Administration from Accelerated Pathway	59
Prerequisites:	59
Accreditation	59
Admission Standards	59
Admission Process and Timeframe	60
Tuition and Fees	60
Financial Aid and Scholarships	60
Academic Advising	60
Course Sequencing	60
Course Load	60
Transfer Credits	60
Academic Discipline Policies	60
Academic Warning	60
Academic Probation	60
Academic Suspension	60
Academic Appeals	60
Readmission	60
Academic Dismissal	60
Graduation Requirements	60
Intent to Graduate	60
Walking in Commencement	60
Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management	61
Purpose Statement	61
Values	61
Program Objectives	61
Program Delivery	61
Course Requirements	61
Accreditation	61
Admission Standards	61
Admission Process and Timeframe	61
Tuition and Fees	61
Financial Aid	61
Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration	62
Purpose Statement	62
Values	62
Program Objectives	62
Program Delivery	62
Course Requirements	62
Accreditation	62
Admission Standards	62
Admission Process and Timeframe	62
Tuition and Fees	62
Financial Aid	62
Graduate Certificate in Operations Management	63
Purpose Statement	63
Values	63
Program Objectives	63
Program Delivery	63
Course Requirements	63
Accreditation	63
Admission Standards	63
Admission Process and Timeframe	63
Tuition and Fees	63
Financial Aid	63
Faculty	64
Department of Music and Worship	65
Graduate Certificate in Worship Leadership	66
Purpose Statement	66
Program Objectives	66
Program Delivery	66
Course Requirements	66
Accreditation	66
Admission Standards	66
Admission Process and Timeframe	66
Tuition and Fees	66
Financial Aid	66
Faculty	66
School of Nursing	67
Master of Science in Nursing	68
Purpose Statement	68
Areas of Focus	68
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)	68
Global Public Health Nursing (GPHN) – In Teach-out	68
Nurse Educator (NE)	68
Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Improvement (NLHI)	68
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)	68
Program Objectives	68
Program Delivery	68
Accreditation	68
Course Requirements	69
Areas of Focus Course Requirements	69
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Course Requirements	69
Global Public Health Nursing (GPHN) Course Requirements – In Teach-out	71
Nurse Educator (NE) Course Requirements	72
Nursing Leadership in Healthcare Improvement (NLHI) Course Requirements	73
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) Course Requirements	74
Certification	75
Licensure	75
Admission Standards	75
Admission Process and Timeframe	75
Tuition and Fees	75
Financial Aid and Scholarships	75
Academic Advising	75
Course Sequencing	75
Course Load	75
Clinical Requirements	76
Clinical/Practicum Credit Hour Equivalencies	76
Transfer Credits	76
Professional Behavior and Conduct Standards	76
Academic Discipline Policies	76
Academic Warning	76
Academic Probation	76
Academic Suspension	76
Academic Appeals	76
Readmission	76
Academic Dismissal	76
Graduation Requirements	76
Intent to Graduate	76
Walking in Commencement	76
Graduate Certificate in Global Public Health Nursing (in Teach-out)	77
Purpose Statement	77
Program Objectives	77
Program Delivery	77
Course Requirements	77
Accreditation	77
Admission Standards	77
Admission Process and Timeframe	77
Tuition and Fees	77
Financial Aid	77
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education	78
Purpose Statement	78
Program Objectives	78
Program Delivery	78
Course Requirements	78
Accreditation	78
Admission Standards	78
Admission Process and Timeframe	78
Tuition and Fees	78
Financial Aid	78
Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership	79
Purpose Statement	79
Program Objectives	79
Program Delivery	79
Course Requirements	79
Accreditation	79
Admission Standards	79
Admission Process and Timeframe	79
Tuition and Fees	79
Financial Aid	79
Faculty	80
School of Pharmacy	81
Doctor of Pharmacy	82
Purpose Statement/Mission	82
Core Goals	82
Program Objectives	82
Program Prerequisites	82
Professional Pharmacy Curriculum	83
Field Experience Credit Hour Equivalencies	83
Accreditation	84
Regional Accreditation	84
Admission Criteria	84
Admission Process	84
Tuition and Fees	85
P4 (Fourth Professional Year Tuition and Program Costs)	85
Financial Aid and Scholarships	85
Academic Advising	85
Professional Behavior and Conduct Standards	86
Academic Discipline Policies	86
Academic Warning	86
Academic Probation	86
Academic Suspension	86
Academic Appeals	86
Readmission	86
Academic Dismissal	86
Graduation Requirements	86
Intent to Graduate	86
Walking in Commencement	86
Pharm.D./M.B.A Combined Degree	87
Purpose Statement	87
Course Requirements	87
Program Delivery	87
Admission Standards	87
Faculty	88
Graduate-Level Course Descriptions	89
Athletic Training (ATRN)	90
Accounting (ACCT)	90
Business Administration (BUS)	97
Bible and Theology — Philosophy and Apologetics (BTPA)	97
Bible and Theology — Old Testament (BTOT)	96
Bible and Theology — New Testament (BTNT)	96
Bible and Theology — Biblical Studies (BTGS)	94
Blble and Theology — Christian Ministry (BTCM)	94
Bible and Theology — Biblical Studies (BTBS)	94
Bible and Theology — Biblical Languages (BTBL)	93
Bible and Theology — Applied Theology (BTAT)	92
Cybersecurity (CYBS)	97
Economics (ECON)	97
Finance (FIN)	98
Healthcare (HLCA)	98
Information Technology Management (ITM)	99
Innovation and Entrepreneurship (INNV)	98
Marketing (MRKT)	103
Master Physician Assistant Studies	99
Management (MGMT)	99
Nursing (NSG)	103
Pharmacy (PHAR)	107
Bible and Theology — History and Theology (BTHT)	95
Analytics (ANLT)	90
Appendix	115
Board of Trustees	116
Officers	116
Term of Office Ending June 2023	116
Term of Office Ending June 2024	116
Term of Office Ending June 2025	116
Emeriti	116
Administration	116
Cabinet	116
Chancellor	116
Other Faculty	117
Administrative Faculty	117
Library Faculty	117
Administrative Staff	117
Graduate Admissions and Student Success	117
Student Life and Christian Ministries	117
Office of the Registrar	117
Correspondence	117
Doctrinal Statement	118
Academic Web Calendar	120
Contact Email	120
Graduate Course Schedule	120
Student Planning	120
Registration Deadlines	120
Drop/Add Refund Schedule	120

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