2011-2012 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Page 17 2011–12 Undergraduate Catalog Introduction Admissions Academic Information Academic Departments Course Descriptions Financial Information Appendix Index Readmission Cedarville students who miss the course registration deadline or sit out for one semester or more must apply for readmission. Students wanting to re-enroll should submit an application for readmission at least one month before the start of the semester. Applicants with the best prospect for readmission possess the following: 1. Continued evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ 2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by the church leader 3. Satisfactory academic progress in your program of study 4. Satisfactory student life record A student who has been readmitted after one year away from Cedarville University must complete the graduation requirements as outlined in the catalog in use at the time of reenrollment. Non-Degree Admission Students who intend to take a course at the University for transfer to another university or others who plan to take a course for personal enrichment/audit, should complete the undergraduate non-degree application process. Applicants with the best prospect for non-degree admission possess the following: 1. Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ 2. A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by the church leader 3. Satisfactory academic progress in your most recent academic pursuits Early College/Dual Enrollment Admission Cedarville’s dual enrollment program is open to highly qualified juniors and seniors in high school who present a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ and evidence a consistent Christian lifestyle. The admissions committee will consider the following academic credentials and character references in its competitive selection process: 1. Unweighted high school GPA (3.50 for rising seniors and 3.70 for rising juniors preferred) 2. Rigorous high school curriculum (preference given to those who have successfully completed advanced college- preparatory courses) 3. 3. Standardized test scores (ACT, SAT, PLAN, or PSAT scores in the top 25 percent) 4. Acceptable church leader’s recommendation For more information concerning dual enrollment see “Special Academic Programs” on page 21. High School Preparation Although the University does not prescribe actual high school course requirements, it recommends that students follow a college-preparatory curriculum that includes: • 4 units of English (grammar, composition, and literature) • 3–4 units of mathematics (algebra I and II, geometry, and trigonometry) • 3 units of natural science (physical science, biology, and chemistry) • 3 units of social studies (history and government) • 2–3 units of a single foreign language Students planning to study pharmacy, engineering, science, mathematics, or nursing should take as many mathematics and science courses as possible in their secondary school curricula. It is common for applicants to present transcripts with advanced placement and honors-level courses. Applicants are encouraged to challenge themselves intellectually throughout high school. GPA Policy Any high school cumulative grade point average indicated as “weighted” is recalculated using the high school’s grading scale. All cumulative GPAs reported in numeric averages are converted to letter grades using the school’s grading scale. Grade point averages are recalculated based on an unweighted 4.0 scale. All grades earned for high school credit are considered. Unweighted high school cumulative grade point averages are considered, along with SAT and ACT scores, for evaluation of admission to the University as well as in the awarding of academic scholarships and need-based grants. The cumulative GPA at the time of acceptance is used for awarding academic scholarships and need-based grants. Standardized Test Policy Cedarville University always considers your highest ACT composite score or SAT combined score (critical reading and math) from a single test date. We do not recombine or “superscore” SAT or ACT scores from multiple test dates. Cedarville’s SAT code is 1151 and our ACT code is 3245. For the Academic Excellence and/or Cedarville Access Grant, accepted students may increase the amount of their awards with improved test scores if received by February 15. Cedarville scholar applicants must submit test scores by January 15. Additionally, there are GPA requirements for all awards mentioned. Either SAT or TOEFL scores are required of all international applicants. Only SAT scores are used to award scholarships. Non-native English speakers must take TOEFL. Cedarville does accept test scores submitted from the Advanced Placement program, the International Baccalaureate program, and the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). For further information on these programs and Cedarville’s transfer credit policies, contact the office of the registrar. Homeschooled Students The University welcomes applications from students with nontraditional high school experiences. Scores from standardized tests such as the ACT or SAT are used to help assess readiness for college-level academic work. Reservation Deposit A reservation deposit must be submitted by new and re-admitted students as an indication of their intention to enroll. The amount of the deposit is $250. This money is credited to the student’s account and used to cover tuition expenses. A student must submit a reservation deposit to register for courses. The reservation deposit is fully refundable if the request for refund is received before the reservation deposit deadline. No refunds are available after the deposit deadline. All refund requests must be made in writing by the student. Reservation deposit deadlines are as follows: Term Deadline Fall Semester May 1 Spring Semester Nov. 1 Summer Session I April 15 Summer Session II May 15 Summer Session III May 15 Summer Session IV May 15 Summer Session V May 15 Students admitted after the reservation deposit deadlines must submit their reservation deposits within two weeks of notification of admission. New Student Orientation All new degree-seeking students are required to attend the orientation program for their term of enrollment (fall or spring).