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Academic Year
The University year is divided into two semesters of approximately 15-16 weeks
each, and a 9-10 week summer term.
Articulation and General Studies Curriculum (AGSC)
The programs listed in this Bulletin reflect the AGSC decisions known at the
time of printing. TSUD will keep students informed of additions and changes as
these occur on the state level. The University will work closely with students
impacted by the statewide general studies curriculum (effective for students
entering Alabama two-year colleges on or after Fall 1998), as well as with
students who began their programs of study prior to that date. Students must be
proactive in seeking information and following prescribed programs of study to
insure effective transferability of freshman and sophomore level courses up to
the maximum 50% of any TSUD program.
Classification
The word ‘‘classification’’ is used to indicate class level, i.e., freshman,
sophomore, junior, or senior.
Students who have earned 30 hours of credit are classified as sophomores, those
who have earned 60 hours are classified as juniors, and those who have earned 90
hours are classified as seniors.
Sequence of Courses
Advanced Course means sophomore level or above. Upper Level Course means junior
level or above.
Courses in the 1100 sequence are freshman courses; 2200 sequence, sophomore
courses; 3300 sequence, junior courses; 4400 sequence, senior courses; 5500
sequence, graduate courses (open to seniors by permission). Courses in the 6600
sequence are open to graduate students only. Certain slashed courses (i.e.,
4460/5560) with differentiated assignments are open to upper level undergraduate
and to graduate students. Courses in the 9900 sequence are for workshop or
continuing education credit.
College Credits
Regular Credits
College credits are expressed as semester hours or credit hours. Three quarter
hours are equivalent to two semester hours. A credit hour is equivalent to one
recitation a week for 16 weeks.
Laboratory Credits
Two hours of laboratory work are usually accepted as the equivalent of one hour
of regular class work. The actual numbers of hours will be determined by the
instructor and student in order to satisfy the course objectives.
Residence Credits
A semester’s ‘‘residence’’ may be earned in any one term while the student is
enrolled for not less than 12 semester hours credit at TSUD or the Fort Rucker
location. Credit earned as a transient student to TSUD is not considered
resident credit.
Equivalent (Experience) TSUD Credit
Troy State University Dothan recognizes the educational benefits of many
experiences that occur outside the formal structure of accredited colleges and
universities. The University offers a number of applied science programs in
which documented experiences of direct value to the program may be credited in
lieu of certain required courses.
Credit may be granted for military experience based on MOS (Army), AFSC (Air
Force), or equivalent ratings by Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. (Contact
the Fort Rucker location for specific details.)
Service school courses will be evaluated according to the recommendations of the
American Council on Education when official credentials have been presented by
the student. Such recommendation, however, is not binding upon the University.
Advanced Placement Credit
Entering students with superior preparation and participation in the College
Board’s Advanced Placement Program in high school may be awarded advanced credit
depending on their AP examination scores. It should be noted that colleges award
credit differently for acceptable Advanced Placement credit. For more specific
information, students should contact the Office of Academic Records.
Credit by Examination
Credit is allowed for CLEP General and Subject Examinations and DSST as approved
by the Academic Council. CLEP or DSST may
not be taken for credit after the course has been taken or an advanced course in
that particular subject area has been taken. This restriction applies whether
the course work was passed or failed. Credit for CLEP Examinations
or DSST will not be granted for examination(s) taken which duplicate courses
already taken for degree credit.
All restrictions as stated apply. Students
wishing to use CLEP/DANTES test scores must have scores submitted to the TSUD
Records Office prior to filing their Intent to Graduate. CLEP testing is
offered by Student Services.
Contact the testing coordinator at 1-334-983-6556, ext. 1286 for more
information. Any test reports received after this date will not be
considered for credit. For more specific information entering students should
write, and students currently enrolled should contact the Office of Academic
Records.
The number of credits allowed for satisfactory performance on the General
Examination may be reduced by the amount of credit the student has previously
earned in the subject matter areas covered by the examinations.
Technical Certification
Exams
Credit is allowed for technical certification exams
relating to course content in the six networking courses in CIS. For more
information, students should contact the chair of the CIS Department.
Correspondence Study Credit
The University does not offer courses by correspondence study; however, certain
correspondence courses may be taken with other accredited universities. Students
currently enrolled should consult the Office of Academic Records for course
availability and required prior approval.
Transient Credit
A student currently enrolled who wishes to study at another Troy State
University System location or at another institution for a term should consult
with the Office of Academic Records concerning procedures and required prior
approval. If a TSUD student takes coursework at another institution without
proper transient authorization, TSUD reserves the right to deny credit for these
courses. Transient coursework must be counted as a part of a student’s semester
load for load-limit purposes.
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General Studies
All students who transfer will have their credits evaluated for General Studies
equivalences on an individual basis. Students who earn the Associate of Arts
degree from Alabama institutions will not be granted credit for having completed
the non-teaching General Studies program. It must be clearly understood that acceptance to the University and
application of credits to degree programs are two separate and distinct
processes. Also see AGSC, in the
Admissions Information section of this Bulletin.
Checksheets
Troy State University Dothan observes the following guidelines for evaluating
credit and preparing checksheets:
Checksheets will be prepared only for those persons who apply for admission to
the University and who pay the application fee.
TSUD students are allowed only two checksheets. A charge of $25.00 will be
assessed for preparing each additional checksheet after the first two.
Checksheets are considered valid only when they are prepared from transcripts
acceptable as documentation for admission to the University.
Course Substitution Policy
Troy State University Dothan will consider student-initiated requests for course
substitutions. Decisions regarding the appropriateness and acceptability of
course substitutions, whether courses are taken at TSUD or at another
institution, are made by the Dean of the academic division. These decisions are
final. Decisions regarding substitution of general studies courses, regardless
of a student’s particular degree or discipline, are made by the Dean of the
College of Arts and Sciences.
Credit Load
NOTE: Any courses (including correspondence and transient) taken by a student
after his initial registration with Troy State University Dothan must have prior
approval by the University and must be counted in with the student’s semester
load for load-limit purposes.
1. Minimum:
12 semester hours to be a full-time student
2. Normal:
15 semester hours
3 Maximum: With
approval of advisor
18 SCH
With approval of advisor, Academic Dean, and grade point average of
at least:
| 3.2 |
19 SCH |
| 3.5 |
20 SCH |
| 3.8 |
21 SCH |
NOTE:
Any student on scholastic probation or on a conditional admission is limited
to a maximum of 13 SCH.
Credit
Load for Summer Term
1. Minimum:
9 semester hours to be a full-time student
2. Normal:
9 semester hours
3. Maximum: With
approval of advisor
12 SCH
With approval of advisor, Academic Dean, and grade point average of
at least:
| 3.2
|
13 SCH
|
| 3.5
|
14 SCH
|
| 3.8
|
15 SCH |
NOTE: Any student on scholastic
probation or on a conditional admission is limited to a maximum of 10 SCH.
Students are advised that “full-time” for tuition purposes during the summer may
differ from full-time requirements for federal financial aid. See the
“Financial Information” section of this Bulletin.
Academic Placement
A student may be placed in an advanced section of a given study if his record
indicates a high degree of achievement or if it indicates he has successfully
completed studies which should not be duplicated.
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Grading System
|
Grade
|
Description
|
Credit
|
Quality Points
per Credit Hr. |
Hours
Attempted* |
| A |
Excellent
|
Yes
|
4
|
Yes
|
| B
|
Above
Average
|
Yes
|
3
|
Yes |
| C
|
Average
|
Yes
|
2
|
Yes
|
| D
|
Below
Average
|
Yes
|
1
|
Yes
|
| F
|
Failure
|
No
|
0
|
Yes |
| FA
|
Failure due
to excessive absences |
No
|
0
|
Yes
|
| IN
|
Incomplete
|
No
|
0
|
Yes
|
| P
|
Pass
|
Yes
|
0
|
No
|
| AU |
Audit
|
No
|
0
|
No
|
| W
|
Withdrawal
|
No
|
0
|
No
|
| WF*
|
Withdrawal
Failing after mid-quarter |
No
|
0
|
Yes
|
*Impacts GPA calculation
Grade Point Average
The grade point average is computed by dividing the total number of credit hours
attempted with Troy State University Dothan into the total number of grade
points earned with Troy State University Dothan. See ‘‘Graduation with Honors’’
for the computation of grade point average for graduation with honors.
Repetition of Courses Policy
Repetition of Courses from other Institutions:
A student may repeat courses at TSUD that he took for credit from another
institution; however, the following will apply in this case:
1. A student may receive credit only once for the same course.
2. Once a course has been repeated at TSUD, the credit from the course
taken at another institution will be
subtracted from the hours earned from that institution.
3. The repeated transferred course will still count toward the overall
grade point average of that student.
Repetition of courses taken at TSUD:
A student may repeat a TSUD course
in which he received a D or F, but certain restrictions and guidelines apply.
1.
Students who wish to repeat a course earned at TSUD before summer 1996
must make prior written application with the Office of Academic Records. Failure
to implement this process will result in both grades being counted as hours
attempted in determining the overall grade point average. If proper procedure is
followed, the repeated grade will be identified on the student’s record and the
hours attempted for the repeated course will be excluded in determining the
overall grade point average.
Students who wish to repeat a course earned at TSUD summer quarter 1996 or after
are not required to make prior written application. In this case, hours and
grade for the initial attempt are automatically subtracted from the cumulative
totals of hours attempted and quality points are replaced with the hours and
grade of the last attempt. The first attempt remains on the transcript but is
flagged as a repeated course. The grade earned on the last attempt stands
regardless of the grade earned. (NOTE: The Alabama State Department of Education
requires a different method of GPA calculation for progression in education
programs. See sections in this Bulletin on “Teacher Education Program” and
“Internship Program” for more details.)
2.
To repeat a TSUD course more than once, a student must receive written
approval from his Academic Dean.
3.
To repeat a TSUD course in which a C or better has been received, a
student must secure written permission of the Dean of the school from which the
student will receive his degree.
4. Veterans' benefits will not pay for
repeating a course for which a student has already received a passing grade.
5.
TSUD policy mandates that all attempts will be counted as hours attempted
when determining honors at the time of graduation.
6. Because of State Department of Education
regulations, certain restrictions for repeating courses apply to education
students. Education students should contact
the School of Education regarding these restrictions.
Incomplete Grade
An incomplete grade means that the student has not finished all of the assigned
class work or has not taken all class examinations.
Time Limit for Removal of Incomplete
Grade
A grade of incomplete may be assigned at the discretion of the instructor. It is
the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor regarding the deadline
for completing all course requirements. Any student who receives a grade of
incomplete must adhere to the work completion deadline set by the instructor,
not to exceed the end of the sixth week of the following term. This deadline
applies whether or not the student re-enrolls for the semester following the
assignment of the incomplete grade(s).
For information regarding an extension of completion time, contact the office of
the dean of the appropriate college.
The instructor is required to report the completion grade no later than the
eighth week of the following term.
Appeal of Grades
Faculty have the authority to grade student work and to assign grades; these are
academic judgments. A faculty member’s syllabus enumerates student academic
performance expectations and consequences. Faculty render academic judgments
when a student’s academic performance violates established standards or fails to
meet stated expectations. Academic judgments, made by faculty, are based on
academic content, course requirements, and student performance. Students may not
appeal grades based on allegations concerning the competence of a faculty
member, the fairness of examinations, the difficulty of a course, or other
matters of a purely academic nature. While it is recognized that faculty hold
the right and responsibility to grant a grade, a student who receives a course
grade that he or she believes to be unwarranted for reasons other than those
listed above may appeal that grade using the TSUD procedure adopted for this
purpose. Grades for individual assignments and exams may not be appealed.
Step 1. Within the first three weeks of the start of the following semester
in which the grade is received, the student shall have informally appealed the
grade to the instructor. If that instructor is not teaching at TSUD during the
term following issuance of the grade, the student will make contact with the
instructor through the Dean’s Office.
Step 2.
If the issue is not resolved at this informal level and the student wishes
to pursue the appeal, the student shall request in writing a meeting with the
respective department chairperson. This request shall be addressed to the
chairperson directly and shall be received no later than the end of the fifth
week of instruction for the term following issuance of the grade. The request
must summarize the student’s complaint and the student’s informal appeal to the
instructor.
Step 3: Within two weeks of receipt of the request, the department
chairperson shall meet personally with the student and with the instructor,
separately or at the same time. If the chairperson upholds the decision, the matter is closed.
Step 4: If the chairperson does not support the decision of the instructor,
the matter shall be appealed to the Dean of the college. Within two weeks of the
meeting between the instructor and the chairperson, the Dean shall meet with the
student, the instructor, and the chairperson, separately or together.
If the Dean supports the original grade, the matter is closed. If the Dean
does not support the original grade, the Dean will inform the instructor of the
decision and attempt to find a reasonable solution. If this is not possible, the
Dean will determine the appropriate academic remedy, which may include change of
grade, and inform the instructor, in writing, of this decision. The instructor
then will have two weeks to appeal the decision to the Faculty Advisory Council
that will convene the Faculty Personnel Advisory Subcommittee to hear the issue
and determine a ruling. (While this is an appellate right of faculty, the due
process rights of the student will be observed during this process.)
The decision of the Faculty Personnel Advisory Subcommittee is final.
Barring unusual circumstances, the matter shall be resolved before the end of
the first full semester following issuance of the grade. It is the student’s
responsibility to initiate the appeals process within the timelines set forth in
this procedure.
NOTE: Students may not use this procedure to appeal grades resulting from
violations of Academic Honesty. Students should refer to the
Student Handbook for these appeals.
Class Attendance
Each student is expected to attend his classes at the designated time and place
scheduled. A student will be excused if he has been delayed by reason of
circumstances beyond his control or if he has been required to attend an
activity sponsored by the University. Faculty members who sponsor activities
that require class absences must send a list of student names to each faculty
member concerned at least three days before the scheduled absence.
Permission will not be granted to miss classes and/or examinations in order to
attend events not related to college work. Students who find it necessary to
attend non-college events which conflict with college attendance should not
register for college during the term involved.
Class Size
The institution reserves the right to cancel any course for insufficient
enrollment and also to close or divide sections when it is deemed that the
interest of the students will be better served.
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Registration
All students are urged to register during designated registration times.
Accounts unpaid will not be voided due to nonpayment. A student may
not register after one calendar week after the first day of the semester. Any
student who fails to attend a course for which he is registered without filing
an approved schedule change (drop and add or withdrawal) will receive an ‘‘FA’’
in the course and will be responsible for all applicable tuition and fees.
Drop and Add
For a period of one calendar week immediately following registration, as
specified in the University Calendar, students may drop courses and add other
courses by completion of the following:
Dropping a class only:
1.
Obtain the appropriate form from the Financial Aid Office and fill it
out completely.
2. Check with the Director of Financial Aid
before making a change of schedule and have form stamped. 3. Obtain
instructor’s signature on completed form.
4. Take the form to the designated computer
entry station for data processing.
5. Leave the completed form in the Business
Office (M118).
Adding a course, or dropping and adding:
1. Obtain the appropriate form from the
Financial Aid Office and fill it out
completely.
2. Check with the Director of Financial Aid
before making a change of schedule and have form stamped.
3. Obtain advisor’s signature on completed
form.
4. Take the form to the designated computer
entry station for data processing.
5. Leave the completed form in the Business
Office (M118).
Note:
During the first week after registration, if a course is dropped and
another added in its place after classes begin, only the added course will show
on a student’s transcript since no tuition is forfeited.
Those attending the University and receiving veterans’ benefits or financial aid
must check with the Director of Financial Aid prior to making a change of
schedule.
Registration in Contract Program
In the event that TSUD does not offer a program that will meet a student’s
specific needs, he may contact one of the University’s academic deans to discuss
the possibility of developing a contract program.
A.
General Requirements: This program will consist of a regular academic
major consisting of at least 30 hours and at least 18 hours of agreed-upon
electives which contribute to the student’s special needs and interests. The
credit hours of the academic major and electives for the contract program will
not exceed 48 hours. In addition to the contract program hours, the student must
complete the 60 hours General Studies program and sufficient free elective hours
to complete the number of hours required for graduation. For enrollment in this
program, complete the following procedures:
(1) Consult major
department concerned.
(2)
Work with an advisor in outlining the program desired.
(3)
Seek approval of the department chairman, and the appropriate dean.
B.
Restricted Use:
(1) Students nearing
graduation may not elect the contract program as a means of decreasing
the number of hours required for graduation.
(2)
Contract programs are not available to students in certain areas. Contact
department chairs for
availability.
(3)
A student transferring to Troy State University Dothan as a senior must declare
a contract
program before completion of the first semester in residence.
Registration in Special and Alternative Course Work
1. ‘‘Accelerated Study for Superior
Students’’ permits enrollment in an accelerated or broadened program through
registration for credit hours above the normal load. For specific credit loads
permitted, see ‘‘Credit Load.’’
2. Independent Study and Research: This
program consists of several special study and research courses. Guided
Independent Research (4491 & 4492) and Guided Independent Study (4493 & 4494)
are offered in various departments. Students are permitted to take no more than
two (2) independent studies for a maximum of six (6) hours for any degree.
4491-4492 Guided Independent Research (1 to 3 credit hours per
course) Undergraduate research with attention to critical evaluation of research
techniques, methods and procedures. Prereq: Senior standing with a minimum TSUD
overall GPA of 3.0, permission of guiding professor, approval of the Department
Chairman and Dean. A written request must be submitted to the Department
Chairman; application forms are available in the Office of Academic Records.
Guided Independent Research may be taken only in the applicant’s major or minor
field.
4493-4494 Guided Independent Study (1 to 3 credit hours per course)
Supervised study through internship, field or laboratory projects, guided
readings, creative endeavors, or achievement in specific skills. Prereq: Senior
standing, with a minimum TSUD overall GPA of 3.0, permission of guiding
professor, approval of the Department Chairman and Dean. A written request must
be submitted to the Department Chairman; application forms are available in the
Office of Academic Records.
3. Non-Traditional Study: (See ‘‘Credit by
Examinations.’’)
4. Off-Campus Courses: The University is
prepared to offer off-campus classes, with the exception of courses requiring
special equipment. Those individuals or groups desiring off-campus courses
should write to the Dean of the appropriate College.
A. General Requirements: In off-campus classes
a minimum of 15 students is required.
B.
Students admitted to a Troy State University Dothan off-campus course may
be admitted on a conditional basis and must earn a minimum of 24 semester hours
with a grade point average of 2.0 or better to be admitted as a regular student
to the campus.
Retention
Students Admitted Conditionally
Students with a conditional admission are limited to 13 hours (10 hours during a
summer term) and must earn a 2.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average on the first 18
hours attempted at Troy State University Dothan after the conditional admission
is issued. (Hours attempted constitute the hourly value for any coursework for
which a student is assigned a grade of A, B, C, D, F, FA, IN or WF.) Students
failing to achieve this average will be
dropped from the program and will not be permitted to re-enroll unless their
overall GPA is raised to at least 2.0 (4.0 scale) by credits earned at another
institution.
Students Admitted Unconditionally
Probation: A student admitted in good academic standing will receive probation
status if his overall grade point average falls below a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. This
probation status will be printed on the term grade report. A student on
probation is limited to 13 semester hours per term (10 hours during a summer
semester) and must earn a minimum of a 2.0 average each subsequent term until
his overall grade point average is raised to the 2.0 level on a 4.0 scale. A
student will be removed from the probation status at the end of any term in
which his overall grade point average is raised to the 2.0 level on a 4.0 scale.
Suspension: A student on probation who fails to earn a semester grade point
average of 2.0 or higher will be suspended. A student’s first academic
suspension will be for one semester; the second suspension will be for two
semesters; a third suspension will be for an indefinite period.
Suspension Period Regulations: Students are encouraged to continue to study and
improve their backgrounds for college work while on suspension; however, any
course(s) taken by a Troy State University Dothan student during a suspension
period will not be accepted for credit. A student who has been suspended may be
readmitted through the regular admission procedure after having served the first
or second suspension period. Students placed on indefinite suspension may
petition for readmission following a period of twelve months.
Readmittance after Suspension: A student returning after a suspension will
remain on probation as long as he earns at least a C (2.0) average each semester
following his suspension. When his overall grade point average reaches at least
a 2.0 (4.0 scale), he will be removed from probation status.
Dropping a Course and/or Withdrawing from the University
A student who leaves the University without following University withdrawal
procedures will be assigned the grade of ‘‘FA’’ in each course in which he is
registered.
Any student who desires to drop a course or withdraw from the University for any
reason must initiate the procedure in the Financial Aid Office. Withdrawal is
not official until the entire withdrawal process is completed.
Any student who wishes to drop a course or withdraw from the University after
‘‘drop-add week’’ and up to two weeks prior to the beginning of final
examinations must first secure the approval of the instructor of the course in
which the student is enrolled. Thereafter, withdrawal is permitted only under
extraordinary circumstances with the approval of the President.
Grade Status at the Time of
Withdrawal
1. Before Mid-semester: The symbol ‘‘W’’
(Withdrawal) will be entered upon the student’s record for each course, and he
will not be charged with hours attempted.
2. After Mid-semester: Any student who
withdraws or drops a course after the middle of the semester, as designated on
the University calendar, will receive the grade(s) of ‘‘W’’ or ‘‘WF,’’ as
determined by the instructor(s) on the basis of the student’s standing in class
at the time of withdrawal or drop.
In determining the scholastic standing of the student who has officially
withdrawn from a course or from the University after mid-semester, a grade of
‘‘WF’’ is counted as work attempted and failed; a grade of ‘‘W’’ is
regarded as passing, but the student is neither charged with work attempted nor
awarded quality point credit.
Readmission
Undergraduate students who have not attended TSUD for at least a semester may
re-enroll with TSUD if they fall within the following categories and complete
any required procedures as outlined below.
Returning TSUD Students in Good Standing
A former TSUD student in good standing who:
has been out of school less than three years and has not attended another
institution of higher
education since he last attended TSUD may be
readmitted to the University without additional
paperwork.
has been out of school for three years
or more and has not attended another institution of higher education since he
last attended TSUD may be readmitted to TSUD after completing a new application.
has attended another institution of higher learning since he last
attended TSUD must submit a new application and provide an official transcript
from the institution before re-enrolling at TSUD.
Students Suspended from Troy State
University Dothan
Any student who has been suspended from TSUD may be readmitted under probation
only after serving the required suspension. For further information, students
should contact the Office of Academic Records or refer to this section under
“Retention.”
Troy State University Dothan Transient Students
A student who has studied at another institution as a transient student from
TSUD may re-enroll only after an official transcript is received from the
transient institution.
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Requirements for Graduation
An ‘‘Intent to Graduate’’ form should be filed with the Office of Academic
Records a full term prior to the term of graduation. College of Education
students should file their “Intents to Graduate” two terms prior to graduation.
The deadline for filing an Intent to Graduate form is the end of the sixth week
of that term. See the University calendar for exact dates.
Associate Degrees
Course Requirements: In order to receive the associate degree, the student must
complete any competency or comprehensive examination(s) that may be required by
the college. ENG 1101 & 1102 must be completed with a grade of ‘‘C’’ or better.
Credit Hours: The student taking an associate degree must have earned a minimum
of:
1.
Sixty (60) semester hours (excluding ENG 1100 and MTH 1100).
2. Thirty (30) semester hours
of traditional credit (excluding credit by examination, correspondence, etc.),
of which a minimum of 15 semester hours must have been completed at Troy State
University Dothan.
3. Six (6) semester hours must be
completed in residence at Troy State University Dothan in the minor
area of concentration.
Grade Point Average:
1. A candidate for graduation must have
an overall 2.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average at Troy State
University Dothan.
2. A candidate for graduation must have a
2.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average in his minor area of
concentration.
This includes hours and grade points earned at other universities and
colleges as
converted to the Troy State University Dothan
grading system.
Credit Hours Earned after Last Semester of Residence: Three (3) semester hours
may be completed at other institutions after the completion of the last semester
of residence.
Second Degree: In order to earn a second associate degree, a student must, after
completion of the first degree, earn a minimum of 15 semester hours at Troy
State University Dothan and satisfy all requirements for the second degree.
Bachelor’s Degrees
Course Requirements: In order to receive the baccalaureate degree, the student
must complete all course requirements for the degree being taken and complete
any competency or comprehensive examination(s) that may be required by the
college. ENG 1101 & 1102 must be completed with a grade of ‘‘C’’ or better.
Credit Hours: The student taking a baccalaureate degree must have earned a
minimum of:
1.
One hundred twenty (120) semester hours (excluding ENG 1100 and MTH
1100).
2.
Sixty (60) semester hours of traditional credits, 30 semester hours of
which must have been completed at Troy State University Dothan.
3. Eighteen (18) semester hours of work
must be completed in residence at Troy State University
Dothan in each major field or concentration.
4. Community College transfers must earn
a minimum of 50 percent of all degree program hours with a
sin
senior college.
Grade Point Average:
1. A candidate for graduation must have
an overall 2.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average at Troy State
University Dothan.
2. A candidate for graduation must have a
2.0 (4.0 scale) grade point average in his major fields. This
includes hours and grade points earned at other
universities and colleges as converted to the Troy
State University Dothan grading system.
Note: Students taking a degree in education should refer to appropriate pages
for special requirements.
Residency Requirements: A candidate for graduation must have attended this
University in residence for at least two semesters and must have earned at least
25% of the total hours required for this degree in residence. This may include
the semester in which he is scheduled for graduation. The minimum of semester
hours in residence shall be exclusive of hours earned in MTH 1100 and/or ENG
1100. Credit earned as a transient student to TSUD is not considered residence
credit.
Credit Hours Earned after Last Semester of Residence: Six (6) semester hours may
be completed at other institutions after the completion of the last semester of
residence. On the recommendation of the academic dean, the Campus Vice
Chancellor
President may approve the completion of up to nine (9) additional hours. No more
than fifteen (15) total hours and not more than one-half of the required major
field hours may be completed at other institutions after the completion of the
last semester of residence.
Second Baccalaureate: In order to earn a second baccalaureate degree, a student
must: (1) complete the first degree as certified by the Registrar; (2) apply for
admission to the second degree program after the first degree has been certified
as completed; (3) earn a minimum of 25% of total degree requirements (beyond the
first degree) at TSUD; (4) earn a minimum of 18 semester hours (beyond the first
degree) in the major field; (5) meet all current General Studies and major/minor
requirements for the second degree. Students cannot earn two degrees
simultaneously.
Senior College Credit Required for Graduation: A transfer student who has
attended a junior college must earn a minimum of 50 percent of all degree
program hours at a senior college in order to graduate from Troy State
University Dothan with a baccalaureate degree.
Examinations: As a requirement for graduation, all students must take the Senior
Exit Exam and complete the Graduating Student Exit Survey. Students with majors
in the College of Arts and Sciences must pass the Senior Exit Exam. Students
with majors in the College of Education must pass the Senior Exit Exam in order
to be certified. Students in the College of Business
Administration must pass the NTS Exam.
Honors and Awards
Full-time undergraduate degree-seeking students who earn a grade point average
of 4.0 qualify for the President’s List, which is published each term.
Post-baccalaureate and transient students are excluded.
Full-time undergraduate degree-seeking students who
earn a grade point average of 3.66 or higher qualify for the Dean’s List, which
is published each term. Transient and post-baccalaureate students are excluded.
To be eligible for graduation with honors, a student must have earned a minimum
of thirty (30) semester hours of non-pass/fail work at Troy State University
Dothan. To determine honors, a student’s grade point average with TSUD is first
computed. Duplicated courses are used in this computation. If this grade point
average qualifies a student for graduation with honors, a cumulative grade point
average is determined from all hours attempted at all colleges and universities
attended. If the cumulative grade point average still merits honor status, the
student will graduate with honors; however, one’s honor status cannot exceed the
honor category determined by the TSUD grade point average. Students will have
their scholastic averages computed on all hours attempted at Troy State
University Dothan. However, because of the time factor concerned during
commencement semester, the final grades cannot be included when computing GPA’s
for honor students graduating
spring and fall semesters. If a student achieves honor status only after the
final grades are posted, the honors will be noted on the permanent record and
diploma after the final semester is completed.
Undergraduate honor students are awarded differentiated diplomas as follows:
Grade point average of 3.40 Cum Laude
Grade point average of 3.60 Magna Cum Laude
Grade point average of 3.80 Summa Cum Laude
Honors calculations vary throughout higher education and within the University.
For example, the formulas used to determine eligibility in honor societies often
differ from one another and may not be the same as the calculation used for
graduation honors. This is sometimes confusing to students. However, the methods
of calculation are outlined in TSUD publications, and students new to TSUD are
encouraged to ask questions of counselors, admissions officers, and organization
faculty advisors regarding the method of calculation used for any particular
honor.
Servicemembers’ Opportunity College Program
The Servicemembers’ Opportunity College (SOC) networks, which include SOCAD-2
and SOCAD-4 programs, are designed to permit active duty servicemembers and
their dependents to pursue college level programs without penalty for military
reassignments. Since Troy State
University Dothan is an affiliate member of the SOC, an active duty
servicemember or his/her dependent, through a contract with the University, must
complete a minimum of 25% of total degree requirements in residence with Troy
State University Dothan, of which 18 semester hours must be in each major field
of study. They may then complete
the remaining course work required to meet their degree requirements at other
regionally accredited colleges or universities and transfer this credit back to
Troy State University Dothan. For
associate degree candidates, a minimum of 25% of total degree requirements, of
which 6 semester hours must be in the area of concentration, are required to
meet residency requirements.
Time Limitation
An undergraduate student not enrolled with Troy State University Dothan for
three years or more must meet all degree requirements current at the time of
readmission. A student who has attended another institution between his original
admission and his requested readmission must re-enter TSUD under the current
Bulletin requirements. A student not completing degree requirements with Troy
State University Dothan within seven years must meet all requirements of the
current Bulletin. These limitations do not apply to SOC students. SOC students
must complete degree requirements within seven years of their last enrollment at
TSUD.
Student Outcomes Assessment
To assess and improve its academic programs, the University must obtain periodic
measurements of student perceptions and intellectual growth. As a requirement
for graduation, all rising juniors must complete the College BASE exam; all
seniors are required to take a Senior Exit Examination and complete a Graduating
Student Exit Survey. Students with majors in the College of Arts and Sciences
and the College of Business Administration must pass the Senior Exit exam. Additionally, some programs may require that
their majors take a comprehensive test of achievement in the discipline.
Students may also be required to participate in other evaluations of University
programs and services. The University strongly urges students to perform
at their optimum on these exams because the results are used to assess programs
at TSUD. The information obtained through these assessment procedures is used
solely to improve the quality of the educational experience for future
generations of TSUD students.
TSUD makes every effort to insure that the information in this Bulletin is
accurate at the time of printing. However, errors and omissions may occur, and
policies or procedures may need alteration during an academic year. Fees and
other charges, courses,
requirements and conditions are subject to change without notice.
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