2015-2016 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Credit by Examination Advanced Placement High school students may receive advanced collegiate standing by participating in the advanced placement program. Up to 40 semester credits may be earned through this program or by other test-out procedures. Hours earned through the advanced placement program do not count as hours in residence toward graduation with honors. To earn credit through advanced placement, students must enroll in specific advanced placement courses offered by their respective high schools. Upon completing these courses, students take individual advanced placement examinations in each advanced placement course. Students may earn college credit for advanced placement scores of three, four, or five. Students should request that scores from these examinations be sent directly to Cedarville University by entering code number 1151 on their registration forms. Upon receipt of an official score report, the University awards the appropriate amount and type of credit for each examination as determined by each academic department. No fees, other than the fees accompanying the examinations, must be paid in order to receive the University credit. In some cases, sophomore standing in particular subject areas may be earned through these examinations. Students should contact their local high schools to obtain advanced placement course and registration information. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Students earn credit through CLEP by taking nationally standardized examinations in a variety of subject areas. These tests may be taken at local colleges before enrolling at Cedarville or at Cedarville after enrolling. To have CLEP scores sent directly to Cedarville University, students should enter code number 1151 on their CLEP registration forms. An official copy of the score report must be received before CLEP credit will be evaluated and recorded. By earning scores above specified levels, students receive college credit in specific course areas. Up to 40 semester credits may be earned through this program or by other test-out procedures. A complete list of the appropriate tests and respective Cedarville courses, as well as registration information, is available from Admissions, the Office of the Registrar, or the University website. No fee, other than those accompanying the examinations, must be paid in order to receive college credit through CLEP. Students who wish to use CLEP examinations to satisfy general education requirements in foreign language, literature, mathematics, natural sciences, and social sciences must earn credit-satisfying scores on the respective CLEP examinations by the time they earn 61 semester credits. Students may not pursue CLEP credit for courses in which they were enrolled previously, nor may they pursue CLEP credit for a course if they have taken a more advanced-level course in that discipline. Programs • Learning Strategy • Academic Mentoring • ELL (English Language Learners) Courses • COLL-0900 Foundations* (to equip and assist students to be successful through their first year of college) • COLL-1010 MAP (managing academic probation) • DEV-0900 Intermediate Algebra* * The credit hours may not be used toward the hours needed for graduation. Services • Disability Services - Provides reasonable, appropriate accommodations to ensure equal access to programs and services for students impacted by a disability. If you are in need of accommodations because of the impact of a disability, please contact Disability Services at disabilityservices@cedarville.edu or 937-766-7457. Detailed information on Disability Services and the accommodation process can be found at Cedarville.edu/DisabilityServices . • Tutoring • LASSI (study strategy inventory) • One-on-one consultations • Meetings with learning specialists • Presentations and seminars • Supplemental instruction • Support for exploratory/undeclared majors See cedarville.edu/TheCove for more information on the programs, courses and services. COLL-0900 Foundations is open to all freshmen. However, this one-credit-hour course may be required for some students whose academic backgrounds do not reflect their collegiate potential. This opportunity reflects our desire for each student to establish a strong academic foundation and maintain academic momentum. Admission to the required course is determined by the admissions committee. There is a $150 course fee for Foundations, which is limited to 12 students per class. Credits earned for COLL-0900 Foundations do not count toward the 128 hours required for graduation. Additional Academic Support Each student is assigned to an academic advisor who offers counsel concerning course scheduling. A student who has not declared a major will be assigned to a special advisor equipped to offer assistance in selecting a field of study. 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. A student with low grades in a major or minor field may be advised to select another field of study. Page 22 2015–16 Undergraduate Academic Catalog Academic Information Additional Academic Support