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Academic Advising

New students are required to meet with academic advisers upon initial entry to the University. Thereafter, students are strongly encouraged to see advisers each term to discuss degree requirements, career goals, major choice, course selection, and other academic concerns. Conditionally admitted students will have required meetings with their assigned adviser to facilitate their prescribed learning activities.

Academic Dishonesty

Academic dishonesty has no place in an institution of advanced learning. The University community is governed by the policies and regulations contained within the Student Code of Conduct available at Students at http://www.uakron.edu/student/aff/osd , in Carroll Hall 305 or contact Student Judicial Affairs at (330) 972-7021.

Examples of academic dishonesty include, but are not limited to:

Submission of an assignment as the student’s original work that is entirely or partly the work of another person.
Failure to appropriately cite references from published or unpublished works or print/non-print materials, including work found on the World Wide Web.
Unauthorized copying of an assignment in computer programming, or the unauthorized examination or view of the computer, specifically during examinations.
Possession and/or unauthorized use of tests, notes, books, calculators or formulas stored in calculators not authorized by the instructor during an examination.
Providing and/or receiving information from another student other than the instructor, by any verbal or written means.
Observing or assisting another student’s work.
Violation of the procedures prescribed by the professor to protect the integrity of the examination.
Cooperation with a person involved in academic misconduct.

A student who has been accused of academic dishonesty will be asked to meet with the course instructor. The matter can be resolved informally at the College level and/or an academic sanction can be imposed. If the student opposes the decision, he/she may appeal to the College Dean. If the matter is referred to Student Judicial Affairs, an informal meeting will occur and, if substantial evidence exists, the office has the authority to take formal action against the student including, but not limited to, suspension or dismissal from the University.

A more detailed discussion of these procedures can be found in the Student Code of Conduct found at http://www.uakron.edu/studentlife/sja/codecon.php.

Student Judicial Affairs is located in Student Union 211. Phone is 330.972.7011

Academic Reassessment

An undergraduate student who has not attended The University of Akron for at least three calendar years and re-enrolls may be a candidate for Academic Reassessment. The student must maintain a grade point average of at least 2.50 or better for the first 24 associate and baccalaureate credits earned in UA courses, which are graded “A” through “F.”

Upon meeting this requirement, the student may petition the Dean to delete from the grade point average the grades attained under the student's previous enrollment at The University of Akron. Reassessment affects the grade-point average only; grades remain on the student’s official academic record and are part of the calculation in determining graduation with honors and class standing. A student may utilize this academic reassessment policy only once. Grades of CR/NC and AUD are excluded from this calculation.

Academics

The University of Akron offers comprehensive programs of instruction leading to the associate (two-year), bachelor's (four-year), master's (graduate), and doctoral (graduate or professional) degrees. A student may study in the College of Business Administration, Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences, Summit College, College of Education, College of Engineering, College of Fine and Applied Arts, University College, School of Law, College of Nursing, and College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering.

Accessibility Office

The University welcomes students with disabilities. The mission of the Office of Accessibility is to provide equal access opportunities to students with disabilities and coordinate academic accommodations, auxiliary aids, and programs to enable students with disabilities to maximize their educational potential. The office encourages students to contact us to find out more about our programs and services. For more information, call (330) 972-7928 (voice) or (330) 972-5764 (TTY) or visit the Office of Accessibility located in Simmons Hall Room 105.

Adding Courses

A student must register for a course before the end of the fifth day of a fall or spring term or the second day of a summer session. Additions to the student's official schedule may be made after that date, but before the 15th calendar day, only with the permission of the student's adviser, instructor and dean or the dean's designate. Students who have not registered by this deadline may not attend classes to receive credit for the course.

This deadline applies to all regular 15-week courses offered in the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. For all other courses, such as those in intersession or those that are flexibly scheduled, courses must be added, with appropriate permission, by the date when 20% of the course has been completed. A student in the University College should initiate all changes through an adviser in the Academic Advisement Center in Simmons Hall.

Admission Procedure

The University of Akron operates under a policy of rolling admissions, which means an applicant receives a letter of admission as soon as all credentials are processed. There is no set date for notification of admission; it is an ongoing process. However, it is advisable for a prospective student to submit all credentials as early as possible to be assured the best selection of classes and/or a room in the residence halls.

Admission procedures vary for different types of students. The various admissions categories include: recent high school graduate, adult student, transfer student, post baccalaureate student, special student, guest student and postsecondary enrollment options student.

Please contact the Office of Admissions at (800) 655-4884 or (330) 972-7077 for application deadlines and admission information, or send an e-mail to admissions@uakron.edu. International students should contact the Office of International Programs at (330) 972-6349 for specific information regarding international admission. More information regarding admission to The University of Akron is also available online at http://www.uakron.edu.

Obtain an application form from the Office of Admissions either by call (330)972-7077 or (800) 655-4484, or by writing to the Office of Admissions, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-2001. Applications are also available on the Web at http://www.uakron.edu

The preferred/published phone number for the Office of Admissions is 330.972.7100.

Adult Students

An adult student who has graduated from a regionally accredited secondary school or has completed the GED test is eligible to enroll. The following application procedures should be followed:

Obtain an application form from the Office of Admissions, either by calling (330) 972-7077, or (800) 655-4484, or by writing the Office of Admissions, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-2001. Applications also are available on the Web at http://www.uakron.edu.
Complete the application and return it as soon as possible with the nonrefundable application fee (a one-time charge). All checks should be made payable to The University of Akron, and should specify what fees and for which student the payment is being made.
If the student is under 25 years of age at the beginning of the term for which they apply, the student must request a high school transcript. This official record must be received and evaluated before admission action can be taken.
If the student is under 21 years of age at the beginning of the term for which they apply, the student also must submit results of either the ACT or SAT. (The University of Akron's Counseling, Testing and Career Center serves as a testing center for the ACT test.) These test scores are needed before an applicant is formally admitted to the University.
In the letter of admission to the University, the student will receive direction regarding new student orientation, academic advising and registration.
The Office of Adult Focus offers assistance with admissions process, advising and guidance concerning financial aid, scholarships, and scheduling/registration. Please call (330) 972-5793 to speak with an advisor.

Associate Programs

Our fast-paced age of technological development needs persons specifically trained for work in the semiprofessional, technical, and highly skilled professions. Most critically needed are laboratory technicians, health technicians, engineering assistants, sales people, supervisors, secretaries, and management assistants. The following is a list of associate degree programs:

Note: The Step-Up programs are cooperative courses of study that allow students to complete a specific associate degree program followed by a related upper college course of study that results in the baccalaureate degree. All associate degree programs of technology are “step-up's” with the School of Communications in the College of Fine and Applied Arts and with the College of Education's Technical Education Program. The Summit College does not guarantee that courses successfully completed within the College will transfer to colleges on this or any other campus. Acceptance of all transfer courses is determined by each individual college or school. Colleges also determine what the overall grade point average is prior to acceptance to their college. See your academic advisor for these requirements.

Accounting
Addiction Services
Administrative Assistant
Advertising
Associate of Arts
Business Management Technology
Community Services Technology
Computer Aided Manufacturing
Computer Information Systems (Step-Up)
Computer Maintenance and Networking
Construction Engineering Technology
Corrections Emphasis
Criminal Justice Technology (Step-Up)
Culinary Arts
Drafting and Computer Drafting Technology
Early Childhood Development
Electronic Engineering Technology (Step-Up)
Electronic Service Technology (Wayne)
Fashion
Fire Protection Technology
General
Gerontology
Hospitality Management
Hotel Marketing and Sales
Hotel/Lodging Management
Individualized Study
Industrial Supervision
International Secretarial
Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Marketing and Sales Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology (Step-Up)
Medical Assisting Technology
Medical Secretarial
Microcomputer Specialist
Microcomputer Specialist/Pre-Business
Office Administration
Paralegal Studies
Programming Specialist
Programming Specialist/Pre-Business
Radiologic Technology
Real Estate (Inactive)
Respiratory Care
Restaurant Management
Retailing
Sales
Security Administration
Small Business Management
Social Services
Surgical Technology
Surveying and Mapping

Audit Policy

A student choosing to audit a course must be admitted and indicate audit at the time of registration. The student pays the enrollment fee and may be expected to do all the work prescribed for students taking the course for credit, except that of taking the examination. Any faculty member may initiate withdrawal for a student not meeting these expectations.

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Baccalaureate Degree Programs In Summit College

Summit College offers baccalaureate programs in the following areas:

Bypassed Credit

Certain courses designated in this bulletin by each department enable an eligible student to earn “bypassed” credit. An eligible student who completes such a course with a grade of “C” or better may apply for and receive bypass credit for designated prerequisite courses which carry the same departmental code numbers. A student who completes such a course with a “C-”or lower will not be eligible to apply for or receive bypass credit. If the prerequisite course is required for graduation and the bypass attempt is unsuccessful, then the student must take the prerequisite course. Credit for such bypassed prerequisites shall be included in the total credits earned but shall not count in the quality point ration, class standing or hours required for graduation with honors. Bypassed credit is not awarded on the basis of completing a course either credit-by-examination or credit/ noncredit, or by completing a course as repeat for change of grade. (See Undergraduate Bulletin for course descriptions).

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Credit Certificate Program Through Summit College

Students may add a dimension of depth to their education beyond a chosen major by pursuing one of the University's interdisciplinary or interdepartmental programs, which provide concentrated work in the following areas:

Accounting Specialist
Addiction Services - Basic and Advanced
Aging Services
Business Management Technology
Child-Care Worker

Computer Information Systems

CISCO Networking Technology
Programming
Database Development
Webmaster Certificate

Construction Engineering Technology

Construction Management
Heavy Construction
Materials Testing

Criminal Justice

General
Security
Corrections

Digital Electronics and Microprocessors
Drafting and Computer Drafting Technology
Emergency Management
Fire Protection Technology

Hospitality Management

Culinary Arts
Hotel/Lodging
Restaurant Management

Marketing and Sales Technology
Marketing and Sales Technology/Advertising
Marketing and Sales Technology/Web Site Development
Medical Billing
Medical Transcriptionist
Office Administration - General Office Assistant
Office Software Specialist
Office Supervision
Paralegal Studies
Real Estate
Residential Building Technology
Small Business Management
Supervision and Management
Surveying Technology

Child Care

The University of Akron Center for Child Development provides a variety of early childhood programs which are open to students, faculty, staff, and the community. The trained teaching staff provides a stimulating learning environment and opportunities for growth in all areas of development — social, emotional, physical and intellectual. The Center for Child Development is open year round between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The program offers hourly flextime and half-day programs for children three to five years old and toilet trained. Full-day sessions are available for children 18 months to five years old. A summer program is also offered for school-aged children. This program is offered for 10 weeks from 7:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. For more information call the Center for Child Development, (330) 972-8210.

Class Attendance

A student is expected to attend all meetings of a class for which he or she is registered. A student may be dropped from a course by the dean if absences are repeated and the instructor recommends this action; a student can gain re-admission only with permission of both dean and instructor. A student dropped from a course receives an “F” which counts as work attempted whenever grade point ratio calculations are made.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a national program that offers the opportunity of obtaining college credit by examination. A variety of experiences may have prepared a person to earn college credit. Each institution determines which CLEP tests it will accept, the passing score, and the amount of credit that will be awarded. CLEP examinations for credit toward any degree are not permissible in the term before graduation. Credit by CLEP may not be used to repeat for change of grade. CLEP tests are administered each month during the week ending with the third Friday of the month. Deadline for the registration form is always the second Friday of the month before the month in which the test is to be taken (5-week order period.) Contact the Counseling, Testing, and Career Center at (330) 972-7084 for more information. (See Undergraduate Bulletin for course listings)

Counseling, Testing, And Career Center

The Counseling, Testing, and Career Center provides a wide range of psychological counseling, psychotherapy, testing, career planning, outreach and consulting services to the University community. The Center is staffed by psychologists and psychology trainees. Psychological services are confidential and free to enrolled students. There may be a minimal charge for some testing services. The Center is located in Schrank Hall North, with the Counseling Services in Room 152 and the Testing Services in Room 58. Phone numbers are: Counseling Services (330) 972-7082, and Testing Services (330) 972-7084. Visit our Web site at http://www.uakron.edu/counseling.

Counseling Service — The Center's counseling service offers assistance in the following areas:

Short-term personal counseling and psychotherapy designed to address a variety of areas. Areas of concern may include (but are not limited to) feelings of loneliness, inadequacy, guilt, anxiety, and depression; alcohol and drug use; recovery from acquaintance or stranger rape; interpersonal relationships, especially with the immediate family, intimate relationships, and roommates; personality development, issues of oppression, identity, and self-esteem.
Educational counseling relates to educational goals, motivation, attitudes, abilities, and the development of effective study habits and skills.
Group educational programs, through the College Survival Kit, cover a wide range of topics which typically deal with improving grades, reducing test anxiety, planning careers, increasing wellness, and addressing personal issues; as well as providing support groups for students of diverse cultures. Brochures are available.
Career counseling involves helping students make decisions on majors and career direction. It consists of discovering one's interests, needs, values, aptitudes, abilities and goals; relating these to the world of work; exploring appropriate major subject and career fields. Interest, aptitude, personality and values testing is available through individual and group counseling. Occupational information is available through reference books and computerized career guidance and information systems.

Testing Service — A wide range of testing programs including college entrance examinations, career assessments, personality assessments, academic placement testing and some learning disability assessments are available to students.

Outreach and Consulting Service — The Center's outreach and consulting service offers programs and workshops. The Center regularly provides speakers for classrooms, residence halls, student organizations, and administrative offices. Topics include, among others, academic performance, wellness, sexuality, and appreciating cultural diversity.

Credit By Examination

A student interested in earning credits by special examination may do so with the permission of the dean of the student's college and the dean of the college in which a particular course is offered and by payment of a special examination fee. The grade obtained in such an examination is recorded on the student's permanent record. Credit by examination is not permitted in the semester before graduation. Credit by examination may not be used to repeat for change of grade.

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Dean's List

Undergraduate students who carry 12 graded credits or more without receiving an “Incomplete” or “In Progress” grade and earn a grade point average of 3.25 or better are eligible for inclusion on the Dean's List of their respective college. This is an undergraduate academic honor recognizing excellence in the classroom prior to the completion of the degree. Developmental Program course load hours do not carry academic credit toward a degree and are not considered in determining Dean's List honors.

Part-time undergraduates who carry between 6 and 11.5 graded credits without receiving an `Incomplete' grade and earn a grade point average of 3.25 or better are eligible for inclusion on the Part-Time Student Dean's List of Summit College.

Dismissal-Probation

A student who fails to maintain a grade-point average of 2.00 (“C”) is placed on academic probation and may be subject to a change of courses, dismissal, or some other form of discipline. Academic discipline is determined by the dean of the college in which the student is enrolled. Reinstatement of a student is determined by the dean of the college from which the student was dismissed. Once dismissed from the University, a student is not eligible to register for credit courses until readmitted.

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Fees And Expenses

(see Tuition and Fees)

Financial Aid & Student Employment

The Office of Student Financial Aid is located in Simmons Hall. Our office can be reached at (330) 972-7032 or toll free long distance at 1-800 621-3847. You can receive assistance in person via our service windows in the Student Services Lobby. For your convenience, much of the general information about the application process for financial aid, scholarships and student employment can be found at our Web site: http://www.uakron.edu/finaid .

Financial Aid – How To Apply

To apply for most state and federal financial aid programs, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There are two ways to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Electronic Filing — generally the quickest and easiest way to apply. You can visit our Web site at http://www.uakron.edu/finaid and click on the link on the left side of the page that says “On-Line Services.” Scroll down, and you will find links to both FAFSA on the Web, and PIN on the Web that are the U.S. Department of Education's Secure Online filing sites. You can also go directly to these Web sites at www.fafsa.ed.gov and www.pin.ed.gov, respectively. Once at these sites, follow the directions carefully. After January 1, 2002, the PIN site will electronically send PINS to students' or parents' e-mail addresses. This is significantly quicker than printing and sending a signature page (the electronic option is available for students and parents who opt not to obtain a PIN) because the document is considered to be signed when the PIN number is entered. For dependent students, both the student and the parent will need their own PIN.

Paper Filing — The traditional paper FAFSA is still available. Though this option can during peak processing periods take up to six weeks to complete, it is an excellent option if you do not have on-line access or are uncomfortable submitting information, even to secure online sites. The paper FAFSA is available through this office or through your school counselor. and processed. The interest for this loan is paid by the federal government while the student is in school. An award notification, estimating the potential eligibility for the loan, will be sent to the student.

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Grade Policies And Credit

Grades and the Grading System — A student will receive grades on various types of classroom performance during the process of most courses and a final grade at the end of the term. At the end of the term, students may obtain their grades either by Web, telephone or in person. Details about these options are described on the Registrar's Web page at www.uakron.edu/registrar and in the Schedule of Classes published every academic period. Individual tests are usually graded with percentage or letter marks, but official academic records are maintained with a grade-point system. This method of recording grades is as follows:

Notes:

Prior to Fall Semester 1973 cumulative grade point averages included transfer work.
A student cannot raise a grade through re-examination.

Graduation Fees

Late Graduation Application Fee $100

Minor Application Fee and/or Second Major Application Fee $5

Graduation Requirements

Candidates for the associate degree must have the following:

Successfully complete the required courses listed in the program.
Complete, as a minimum, the number of credits listed for each program.
Earn a minimum grade-point average of 2.00 in all work taken at The University of Akron.
Be recommended by the faculty. Spend the last semester in residence (earning a minimum of 16 credits) at the University unless excused by the dean of the college.
Complete other University requirements as in “Requirements for Graduation, “Section 3 of the General Bulletin.

Grants And Student Loans

Sources Of Aid — To meet the needs of the financial aid applicant there are a number of sources from which aid can be received. The following programs represent those sources of aid for which The University of Akron selects recipients and/or distributes the funds.

Federal Programs

Federal Pell Grant
This is the basic federal grant program for undergraduate students. The U.S. Department of Education determines eligibility, and money is disbursed by the University. Because this is a “grant,” it is not repayable. The amount of the grant varies based on hours of enrollment. The award is based on full-time enrollment. If enrollment is less than full time, an adjustment to the Pell Grant will be necessary.
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
This is a non-repayable grant that is offered to undergraduate students who have exceptional need as determined by the U.S. Department of Education. These grants are only awarded to students who meet the guidelines established by the Department of Education and who have met the priority awarding deadline (March 1). Entering freshmen and continuing students must have a 2.00 grade point average and must be enrolled for a minimum of six (6) credit hours to be eligible.
Federal College Work-Study Program (FCWSP)
The College Work-Study Program is a program that provides an eligible student with a job on-campus or, in limited cases, an off-campus job related to community service. Eligibility for FCWSP is determined on the basis of need, early application (March 1), a 2.00 grade point average, and a minimum enrollment of six (6) credit hours each semester. This award shows the amount of money that can be earned while employed as a work-study student during the academic year. This award is earned through employment and cannot be deducted from the fee invoice.
Federal Perkins Loan
The Federal Perkins Loan Program offers low-interest, long-term loans for an eligible student. Eligibility and loan amounts are determined through early application (March 1), a 2.00 grade point average and need. This federal loan must be repaid, beginning nine months after ceasing to be enrolled for a minimum of six (6) credit hours. The current interest rate is 5 percent and is calculated at the time repayment of the loan begins.
Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan
This program offers low-interest loans to an eligible student on the basis of financial need. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed and processed. The interest for this loan is paid by the federal government while the student is in school. An award notification, estimating the potential eligibility for the loan, will be sent to the student.
Federal Unsubsidized Stafford Loan
This loan is not based on financial need. The government does not pay the interest while the student is in school. The student can elect to pay the interest or have the interest capitalized. Interest will begin accumulating on the unsubsidized portion immediately. Steps for application are the same as the Federal Subsidized Stafford Loan.
Nursing Student Loan
The Nursing Student Loan Program offers low-interest, long-term loans for eligible students. Eligibility and loan amounts are determined through early application (March 1), a 2.00 grade point average, minimum enrollment of six (6) credit hours, and need. The federal loan must be repaid beginning nine months after ceasing to be enrolled for the minimum credit hour requirement. The current interest rate is 5% and is calculated at the time repayment of the loan begins.
Federal PLUS Loan
The parents of undergraduate, dependent students may borrow through this program. Eligibility is not based on financial need. If this is the only aid the student is seeking, a FAFSA does not have to be completed. There is no annual limit, so parents may borrow up to the cost of attendance less any other financial aid. Applications may be obtained at the University or by contacting your local lending institution. Monthly payments for this variable-interest rate loan begin 30-60 days after loan receipt unless alternative arrangements are made with the lender.

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High School Seniors Graduating

A student currently enrolled as a high school senior or a student who has graduated from high school not more than one year ago should apply for admission as follows:

The State of Ohio has adopted a policy stating that students must pass the ninth grade proficiency test in order to receive a diploma, except for those students who are exempt from taking the test. Therefore, The University of Akron requires successful completion of the ninth-grade proficiency test for graduating high school seniors. The GED Certificate of High School Equivalency is recognized in lieu of the diploma.

Obtain an application form from the Office of Admissions, either by calling (330) 972-7077, or (800) 655-4884, or writing the Office of Admissions, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-2001. Applications are available on the Web at http://www.uakron.edu. Complete the application and return it as soon as possible with the nonrefundable application fee (a one-time charge). All checks should be made payable to The University of Akron and should specify what fees and for which student the payment is being made.
Send a completed copy of the College Prep Core Curriculum form to the Office of Admissions at the time of application.
Send a student transcript to the Office of Admissions at the time of application. This record must be received before any admission action can be taken by the University.
Take entrance tests. Arrangements may be made through the student's high school to take the ACT or SAT. (The University's Counseling, Testing and Career Center also serves as a testing site for the ACT test.) Test scores must be submitted before an applicant can be formally admitted to the University.
In the letter of admission to the University, the student will receive direction regarding new student orientation and academic advising.
The University requires enrollment in basic mathematics and/or English if the student's academic adviser determines that deficiencies exist in one or both of these areas. This recommendation will be based on the following: work completed at a previous institution in mathematics and/or English, high school academic record (if available), standardized test results (ACT or SAT if available), and University mathematics and/or placement test results. If a mathematics or English placement test is deemed necessary to comply with this policy, the student must take the appropriate placement test(s) by the completion of the first term of attendance.

Housing And Residence Life

The Department of Residence Life and Housing is administratively responsible for managing the University's student housing program. The University provides reasonably priced, clean, convenient and secure residence hall facilities. In addition, the residence hall program is committed to providing a meaningful living/learning environment which directly supports the educational, social, and personal development of each student.

Freshman Residential Policy Requirement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a learning environment supportive of its academic mission complementary to its academic programs. The University acknowledges that national studies find that first-year freshman uniquely benefit from a residence hall experience. Social integration and access to faculty, staff, and institutional resources are enhanced through an on-campus residential experience. The University considered and accepted the findings that living on-campus positively influences academic persistence and success, including degree completion. For all these reasons, all first-year freshman students at The University of Akron are required to reside in University residence halls for the duration of their freshman academic year at the University. Upon admission to the University, all first-year freshman students will be required to make application for residence in the University housing and will be assigned and assessed appropriate room and board fees, so long as space is available and/or unless the student is subject to one of the exemptions below:

permanent home residence with parents or legal guardians who reside in: Summit, Portage, Stark, Wayne and Medina counties
registered for fewer than 6 credit hours
21+ years of age
military experience 1+ years
married (proof of marriage required)
student is parent with custodial care responsibilities (proof of custody care required)
other extenuating circumstances, including but not limited to, special dietary needs or conditions, cultural or religious needs or accommodations, undue hardship, or any other circumstance(s) in support of an exemption which, if not granted, would undermine or contravene the purpose of the Freshman Residential Requirement Policy.

Students seeking exemption from the Freshman Residential Policy should contact the Department of Residence Life and Housing @ (330) 972-7800 to request the Freshman Residential Requirement Policy and Exemption Procedures and Petition packet. The Department of Residence Life and Housing supervises and manages 12 on campus residence hall facilities accommodating approximately 2,000 students. Students are encouraged to apply for residence hall accommodations as soon as possible. Housing assignments and honoring student preferences are determined by the student's housing application date. New students may request a Contract for Housing Accommodations and Food Service which must be returned with the prepayment ($150) to reserve a residence hall assignment. The prepayment will be refunded to new students and transfer students for Contract cancellations received before May 15; the prepayment is forfeited for cancellations received after May 15. Staff, supervised by the Department of Residence Life and Housing, reside in each hall. A professionally trained Residence Life Coordinator is assigned to each complex and selected upper-class students are appointed to serve as Resident Assistants (RAs), who are assigned to each floor of every residence hall. Staff are available to residents to guide and direct those having questions about University resources, services and programs. In addition, residence hall staff and student governance councils sponsor social, cultural, recreational, and educational events and activities exclusively for residents. All undergraduate residence halls are fully air-conditioned and offer a variety of room configurations, ranging from traditional, two-person rooms to suite-style and apartment accommodations with private baths and kitchens. Student rooms are furnished with beds, desks, desk chair, closet storage, limited lighting, and window coverings. Most students augment University-provided furnishings with personal possessions to enhance bedroom/study room areas. Residence hall students are not permitted to have pets on campus. Every residence hall student is provided with a voice mail box account. All residence hall rooms have high-speed Ethernet connections for each student, except University Apartments. The University Apartments Ethernet system is wireless, not hardwired. University Apartment residents must provide their own wireless card to access the Ethernet system. Each residence hall is equipped with coin-operated washers and dryers. Most residence halls have study areas and lounges. Residential students may have automobiles and must purchase and display a University parking permit.

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Installment Payment Plan

(See Payment Plan)

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Loans

(See Grants and Student Loans)

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Military Credit

The University of Akron awards credit for military experience based upon recommendations by the Commission on Accreditation of Services of the American Council of Education. In order for credit to be awarded, the student must submit a veteran's DD214 form. Block credit is awarded for Basic Training as well as one credit for physical education. Applicability of this credit for a student's degree program will be determined by established University policies. For additional education credit, the ACE transcript can be used for complete awarding of credit. Information regarding the ACE transcript can be obtained at www.acenet.edu. Documents should be submitted to the Office of the Registrar- Veterans' Affairs. Students interested in the SOC (Service members Opportunity Colleges) program should contact the Academic Adviser/Transfer Specialist in University College.

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New Student Orientation

All new freshmen, transfer students and students enrolled in the Post Secondary Enrollment Option Program (PSEOP) are required to attend an orientation program prior to registering for classes at The University of Akron. Orientation is conducted as a one-day program and is intended to insure a smooth transition to the University. Content includes sessions on academic policies and procedures, registration and financial responsibility, computer technology, campus safety and career planning. In addition, students will take any necessary placement tests, meet with an academic advisor and register for classes during orientation. Orientation information and a reservation form are mailed to new students after admission. Multiple orientation sessions are available prior to each term and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Therefore, students should make their orientation reservation early for the best selection of program dates.

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Office Of Accessibility

The University welcomes students with disabilities. The mission of the Office of Accessibility is to provide equal access opportunities to students with disabilities and coordinate academic accommodations, auxiliary aids, and programs to enable students with disabilities to maximize their educational potential. The office encourages students to contact us to find out more about our programs and services. For more information, call (330) 972-7928 (voice) or (330) 972-5764 (TTY) or visit the Student Administration Building Room 125.

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Payment Plan

This plan is designed to spread tuition and University housing fees into installments. To begin the Payment Plan, a non-refundable service charge of $30
and down payment are required along with a signed application. The Payment Plan application, terms, and conditions are printable via the Web at Student Accounts . Click on “Current Student.” Choose “Student Accounts” Forms,” “Payment Plan Agreement Form.” Semester applications are to be received in the office by the close of business on the due date. Anticipated financial aid may be used towards the down payment, requiring you only to submit the difference and/or application fee, along with the signed application. Your balance will be divided into one, two or three equal payments, depending on the semester and registration period. All past due obligations must be paid prior to participation in the Payment Plan. Payment Plan payment due dates and amounts can be viewed via the Web at Payment Plan. Access the Registration and Information Center; enter student UANET ID and password. Choose “For Students,” “Student Accounts,” “View Account.” It is the student's responsibility to know when payments are due and to pay on time. Adjustments or changes to your class schedule will automatically apply to the Payment Plan subject to the withdrawal and refund policies of The University of Akron. A withdrawal from a class does not exempt your from charges for that class if refund in less than 100 percent. A $25 late charge will be assessed for each partial or full payment made after the established Payment Plan due date. Questions concerning the Payment Plan can be directed to (330) 972-5100.

Probation-Dismissal

A student who fails to maintain a grade-point average of 2.00 (“C”) is placed on academic probation and may be subject to a change of courses, dismissal, or some other form of discipline. Academic discipline is determined by the dean of the college in which the student is enrolled. Reinstatement of a student is determined by the dean of the college from which the student was dismissed.

Once dismissed from the University, a student is not eligible to register for credit courses until readmitted.

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Refunds – Credit

All fees, e.g., instructional, general, parking, etc., are subject to change without notice. Students shall be charged fees and/or tuition and other fees in accordance with schedules adopted by the Board of Trustees. Registration does not automatically carry with it the right of a refund or reduction of indebtedness in cases of failure or inability to attend class or in cases of withdrawal. The student assumes the risk of all changes in business or personal affairs.

Fees Subject to Refund – Credit. Certain fees are subject to refund.

Instructional fee (tuition) and nonresident surcharge.
General fee.
Course materials and computing fee
Student parking fee (only if permit is returned).
Student teaching fee.
Laboratory breakage and late service deposit.
Residence hall fees (note: subject to special policy).
Technology fee.

Amount of Refund – Credit. Amount of refund is to be determined in accordance with the following regulations and subject to course instructor/adviser signature requirements contained in The University of Akron's official withdrawal policy.

In full

if the University cancels the course
if the University does not permit the student to enroll or continue except for disciplinary reasons. No refund will be granted to a student dismissed or suspended for disciplinary reasons;
if the student dies before or during the term;
if the student is drafted into military service by the United States;
if the student is called to active duty;
if the student enlists in the National Guard or Reserve prior to the beginning of the term. Notice of induction or orders to active duty is required if the student is called to active duty. A student who enlists voluntarily for active duty should see “in part” below.

In part — if a student requests official withdrawal, the following refund percentages apply

If 6.667% of class attended — 100% refund
If 13.333% of class attended — 70% refund
If 20% of class attended — 50% refund
If 26.667% of class attended — 30% refund
If 33.333% of class attended — 20% refund
More than 33.33% attended — 0% refund

Refunds for course sections are based in class length. The courses which have not been scheduled consistent with the standard 15 week fall/spring/summer semester will also be handled on a prorated basis according to the number of days of the section (class, institute, workshop) which has passed prior to official withdrawal compared to the number of days said section has been scheduled to meet. If a drop occurs on class day, it is counted as a day attended for the purpose of refund.
Refunds will be determined as of the date of formal withdrawal unless proof is submitted that circumstances beyond control of the student, e.g., hospital confinement, prevented the filing of the formal withdrawal earlier, in which case the refund will be determined as of said circumstance. The student assumes responsibility for filing for a refund.
Refunds will be mailed as soon as possible. Refund checks are subject to deduction for any amount owed to The University of Akron by the student.

Refund/Repayment Policy (Title IV Return of Funds)

Students on Financial Aid:
This policy is used to determine the amount of federal student aid that must be returned to the appropriate aid programs and should not be confused with the published university refund policy. When a student withdraws from all classes on/or after the first day of classes and the student has received financial aid the following refund policy will apply:

The refund/repayment policy is a pro-ration of earned versus unearned financial aid. The earned financial aid percentage is determined by taking the days attended in the period by total days in the period. (Example: Student withdraws 5th day of the semester which has 110 days in its period, 5/110 = 5 percent earned.) Subtracting earned aid from aid that was awarded and disbursed gives you the amount of unearned aid that must be returned. The responsibility to repay unearned aid is shared by the institution and the student in portion to the aid each is assumed to possess. The federal formula is applicable to all students who receive Title IV federal aid and withdraws on or before the 60 percent point in the semester. Under the refund/repayment policy, the programs are reimbursed in the following order: Unsubsidized Stafford Loan, Subsidized Stafford Loan, Federal Perkins Loan, PLUS Loan, Federal Pell Grant, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, State Grant.

Please inquire in the Office of Student Financial Aid for more information on our refund policy or if you would like to review examples.

Registration

Each term it is necessary for a student to select courses, complete required forms, and pay the appropriate fees to register officially for classes. The student may elect to register by telephone, the Web or in person. Details about these options are described on the University Registrar's Web page at www.uakron.edu/registrar and in the Schedule of Classes published electronically every academic period. Students enrolling after the official continuing registration period or paying after the payment due date will be charged a nonrefundable late registration fee.

Repeating Courses

Any course may be repeated twice by an undergraduate student subject to the following conditions:

To secure a grade (“A-F”) a student may repeat a course in which the previously received grade was a “C-,” “D+,” “D,” “D-,” or “F,” “CR,” “NC,” or “AUD.” Registrations under the “CR/NC” option are subject to the restrictions in the “CR/NC” policy.
To secure a “CR,” a student may repeat a course in which the previously received grade was a “NC.” Registrations under the “CR/NC” option are subject to the restrictions in the “CR/NC” policy. • To secure a grade (“A-F”), “CR,” “NC,” a student may repeat a course in which the previously received grade was an “AUD.” Registrations under the “CR/NC” option are subject to the restrictions in the “CR/NC” policy.
A graded course (“A-F”) may not be repeated for a grade of “AUD.”
A course taken under the “CR/NC” option may not be repeated for a grade of “AUD.
With the dean's permission, a student may substitute another course if the previous course is no longer offered. Courses must be repeated at The University of Akron.
Grades for all attempts at a course will appear on the student's official academic record.
Only the grade for the last attempt will be used in the calculation of graduation grade-point average.
All grades for attempts at a course will be used in grade-point calculation for the purpose of determining graduation with honors and class standing.
For purposes of this section, credit for this course or its equivalent will apply only once toward meeting degree requirements.

Requirements For Graduation

(See Graduation Requirements)

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Sixty-Plus (60+) Program

Developed in accordance with State Law 3345.27, passed in 1976 and amended in March 1999, the Sixty-Plus program provides residents 60 and older the opportunity to audit credit classes or take courses for credit on a space-available, non-tuition basis.

To qualify for the Sixty-Plus Program, the prospective student must be 60 years of age or older and have resided in the State of Ohio for at least one year.

Sixty-Plus students are exempt from payment of tuition and general service fees but are expected to pay for any books, special fees, laboratory or instructional fees and parking, if needed. Auditing allows students to attend classes, but college credit is not awarded.

Sixty-Plus participants may enroll for 11 or fewer credits unless request to enroll in a greater number of credits is approved by the Senior Vice President and Provost. Participants in this program may be prohibited from enrolling in certain courses or classes for which special course or training prerequisites apply or in which physical demands upon students are inappropriate for imposition upon persons 60 years of age or older, or in which the number of participating regular students is insufficient to cover the University's or college's course-related expenses as determined by the University.

Space availability is determined after the degree-seeking students have registered. Sixty-Plus registrations are held immediately before the start of each term, and participants must register in-person. Sixty-Plus participants are subject to the same disciplinary and/or governance rules affecting all students.

A Sixty-Plus student will be issued a Student ID Card which will permit them to use specific University facilities and services and obtain student rates for purchases of goods and services.

To be eligible to enroll in a course for credit, the student's family income must be less than 200 percent of the Federal poverty guidelines as revised annually by the U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services for a family size equal to the size of the family of the person whose income is being determined. For further information regarding course selection, guidance, and/or registration, contact the Adult Resource Center at (330) 972-7448 or (330) 972-8535.

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Tech Prep

Tech Prep is a sequence of study beginning in high school and continuing through at least the associate degree level. Tech Prep prepares students for high-skill technical occupations supported by regional businesses and industries in the areas of business, information, health, and engineering technologies. The Step-Up program integrates high-level academics and occupational training while exposing students to work-world situations.

The University of Akron's application fees are waived for Tech Prep graduates entering either Summit College or Wayne College. Students participating at the high school level are in a prescribed technical track in a designated high school and are eligible for an advanced associate degree curriculum. A special certificate developed by the Ohio Board of Regents will recognize successful completion of the Tech Prep associate degree programs.

For additional information regarding Tech Prep programs, contact Kelly Herold, Tech Prep Director, at (330) 972-8832 or visit the Tech Prep office in Polsky 214.

Tech Prep Postsecondary Enrollment Option

For Tech Prep students interested in the Postsecondary Enrollment Option, the entrance level grade-point average (GPA) is 3.0 overall with a 21 or higher composite score on the ACT. The college may admit a student with a lower GPA and/or ACT on a case by case basis.

A Tech Prep student will be required to obtain a formal written recommendation letter from the high school (guidance counselor or principal) that indicates the support of the school and that the student shows promise in their technical field. Tech Prep Postsecondary students will be limited to college course work that directly relates to the associate degree program in their specific Tech Prep Pathway. Students meeting the above requirements will be eligible for PSEO Option B. (Option B allows students to receive high school graduation credit and college credit simultaneously. Textbooks, materials, tuition and fees related to the course work are provided at public expense.)

Additionally, the application fee will be waived for Tech Prep Postsecondary students.

Interested Tech Prep students should take the following steps:

Obtain a Tech Prep Postsecondary Enrollment Application from the Office of Admissions, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-2001 or from their high school or career center guidance counselor.
Complete and return the application with the recommendation letter and required signatures to Kelly Herold, Tech Prep Director, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325-6001.
Information regarding acceptance into the program, registration for classes and academic advising will be forthcoming in a letter of admission to the Tech Prep Postsecondary Enrollment Options Program.

Transfer Credit

The University of Akron awards transfer credit for college-level coursework completed at an accredited institution as designated in Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education Programs/Candidates with earned grades of “C” or better. A summary of the number of credits accepted will be listed on the official academic transcript along with the name of the institution and dates of attendance. Students who meet the requirements of the Transfer Module and receive an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science degree with a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or better will receive transfer credit for college-level coursework passed with a grade of “D” or better. Any “D” work earned after the awarding of the associate degree will not be accepted for transfer credit.

No grade-point value will appear on the record; and no grade-point average will be calculated for the course work listed. Transfer students shall be accorded the same class standing and other privileges as all other students on the basis of the number of credits earned. All residency requirements must be completed successfully at the receiving institution prior to the granting of a degree.

The University of Akron does not guarantee that a transfer student automatically will be admitted to all majors, minors, or fields of concentration at the institution. For courses that have been taken at an institution of higher education noted in the reference above, the dean of the college in which the student intends to obtain a degree will specify which courses, other than general courses, will apply toward the degree requirements at the University. University College will specify which courses listed will apply toward the General Education program requirements.

CLEP or Advanced Placement credit posted on transcripts from previous institutions is not eligible for credit at The University of Akron. Students must present original documentation attesting to scores earned prior to receiving alternative credit considerations.

Note: Official transcripts and/or documentation for alternative credit can be obtained from the following Web sites:

Transient Student

A University of Akron student may take course work at another institution of higher education as a guest student. For all courses other than general education requirements, the student must obtain prior written permission from the dean of the college in which the student is enrolled; for general education courses, prior written permission must be obtained from the dean of the University College. The name of the institution will be listed on the University official academic record as well as the date that the course work was taken. No grade-point value will appear on the record and no grade-point average will be calculated for the course work listed.

Tuition And Fees

(See Registrar's Home Page for Current Fees)
http://www.uakron.edu/busfin/studentfin/tuition.php

Tutorial Program

Tutoring is available free of charge to help students develop academically.

Peer tutoring is available for most freshman and sophomore courses, including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Sociology, Psychology, Science, Business, and Modern Languages. Tutoring is conducted either on an individual basis or in small groups. Interested students should inquire at 215A Carroll Hall.
Full-time undergraduate students are eligible to be peer tutors; a nationally certified training program for tutors is provided every semester.

To inquire about any of these services, come to 210 Carroll Hall, call 330-972-7087, or e-mail devprograms@uakron.edu.

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University Closing Policy

The president, or designee, upon the recommendation of the Director, Environmental Health and Occupational Safety, will determine when conditions –such as severe weather or a state of emergency – necessitate closing the entire University or canceling classes at the main campus and/or Wayne College in Orrville.

The Chief of University Police will promptly notify other designated University officials and members of the Department of Institutional Marketing, 330-972-7820, who will contact area media. University colleges/departments are encouraged to establish a method for communicating the closing decision to department personnel. Closing information will be announced as early and as simply as possible to avoid confusion.

Cancellation of classes and closure announcements will be made as early as possible in the day and will clearly state the affected campus(es). Call 330-972-SNOW or 330-972-6238 (TDD/Voice) for updated information.

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Veterans Expenses

A disabled veteran who is eligible for admission to the University may register for courses without payment of fees if the disabled veteran has been authorized for training by the V.A. If the disabled veteran has not been authorized, payment of all fees is required. However, the University will return to the veteran the payment made when the official authorization is received. A non-disabled veteran must pay fees at the time of registration. The nondisabled veteran will receive direct payment from the V.A. after enrollment has been certified under the provision of USC Title 38.

An Ohio Veterans Bonus Commission recipient may arrange with the Accounts Receivable Office to have the Ohio Bonus Commission billed directly for tuition charges only. Dependents of a veteran covered under other provisions of USC Title 38 must pay fees at the time of registration. The V.A. will make direct payment to the payee.

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Withdrawal Policy

A student may withdraw from a course without an adviser's or course instructor's signature through the 15th day of a semester or comparable dates during summer session, intersession, etc. After the 15th day of a semester, and up to the midpoint of a semester, a student may withdraw from a course with the signature of the student's adviser.

After the midpoint of a semester, a student must have the signature of both the course instructor and the adviser. Such authorization must be dated and processed through the office of the Registrar no later than the last day of the 12th week of classes or comparable dates during summer session, intersession, etc.

Should the instructor or adviser refuse to sign the withdrawal form, the student may appeal to the dean of the student's college, who shall make the final decision after consultation with the instructor or adviser who declined to approve the withdrawal.

An approved withdrawal after the 15th day of the term will be indicated on the University official academic record by a “WD.” A student who leaves a course without going through the withdrawal procedure will be given an “F” in the course.

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