General Information

Students enrolled in a program that is closed, relocated, or discontinued should be given notice of the closure as soon as is practical. Notwithstanding any other provision of State Board of Education policy, University policy, or University catalog statements to the contrary, arrangements should be made for enrolled students to complete affected programs in a timely manner and with minimum interruptions. When there is a similar program within the institutions governed by the Board, an affected student will be provided with information on transferring to that program, although admission to any such program is contingent upon the availability of a position and the student's meeting any applicable admission requirements. If there is no similar program available within the institutions governed by the Board or the student is not able to gain admission to a similar program, the University will make reasonable efforts to place the student in a related or comparable program within the University. If none is available, the University will make reasonable efforts to assist the student in locating to another program at the University or elsewhere for which he or she is qualified.

Idaho State University subscribes to the principles and laws of the State of Idaho and federal government, including applicable executive orders pertaining to civil rights, and all rights, privileges, and activities of the University are made available without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, disability, or national origin. The University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Evidence of practices which are not consistent with such a policy should be reported to the Office of the President of the University.

Postmaster:   Standard bound printed matter postage paid at Pocatello, Idaho. The Idaho State University Undergraduate Catalog is published annually in the spring. The Graduate Catalog is published annually in the spring. Copies are made available through the Bookstore. The Undergraduate Catalog is published by the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Box 8063, Idaho State University, Pocatello, Idaho 83209-0009.

Undergraduate Degrees and Minors
 

About The University

Bachelor's and master's degrees in a variety of fields are awarded by the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, College of Engineering, Kasiska College of Health Professions, College of Pharmacy, and the Graduate School. Terminal degrees offered at ISU include Master of Business Administration, Master of Fine Arts, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Arts, Doctor of Education, and Doctor of Pharmacy. Certificate programs of varying lengths and an Associate of Applied Science degree are included in the curricula of the College of Technology.

Role and Mission

Idaho State University..

_is a broad-based regional public university...

Idaho State University is committed to serving the higher education needs of the citizens of the state and the intermountain region. The university seeks to attract and retain high quality undergraduate and graduate students from Idaho and the Intermountain West, while regarding eastern Idaho—an area including the Magic Valley east to Wyoming, north to Montana and south to Utah—as its primary service area.

_is Idaho's center for education in the health professions...

_offers an array of academic programs...

_has a primary emphasis in educator preparation...

_is committed to maintaining a strong liberal arts program...

_offers graduate programs in a range of disciplines...

_provides high quality applied technology programs...

_is dedicated to excellence in teaching . . .

_engages in sustained, significant research...

_considers public service an integral part of its mission...

_provides accessible, high quality education...

_delivers comprehensive and creative outreach services...

_offers a range of academic and support services to students...

_encourages student and public participation in a variety of cultural programs...

_encourages student and public participation in a variety of recreational and athletic programs...

_welcomes the involvement of alumni and other friends...

Accreditation

Student Outcomes Assessment

Idaho State University's goal is to encourage students to develop abilities and acquire knowledge that will be of lasting benefit in their personal and professional lives. To ensure that this goal is met, a program of student outcomes assessment has been implemented to improve the teaching and learning process.

Comprehensive information that includes student performance and student opinion is vital to the success of the assessment program. To provide this information, undergraduate students in the academic division may be asked to participate in a variety of assessment activities which may include formal and informal examinations, interviews, surveys and follow-up studies after graduation.

Federal Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974

Only those records defined as "directory information" may be released without the express written permission of the student. Directory information includes the student's name, address listings, telephone listings, e-mail addresses, full-time/part-time status, class level, college, major field of study, degree types and dates, enrollment status, club and athletic participation records, and dates of attendance including whether or not currently enrolled. No other information contained in a student's educational records may be released to any outside party without the written consent of the student.

A student may restrict release of all directory information by filing a Declaration of Non-Disclosure of Educational Record Information form in the Office of Registration and Records.  A student may choose to restrict release of their address and telephone listings only. This may be done through their MyISU portal by accessing the Student Address Change Request form under Student Records Information. This restriction will apply to the students' address and telephone listings only, all other directory listings will continue to be available for release.

Students must request complete directory information restriction or address/phone listings restrictions during the first week of fall term to prevent their information from being published in the Student Directory. Any restriction is permanent and remains in place even after the student has stopped attending or has graduated from the University unless the student requests, in writing, that it be removed. Additional FERPA information may be found on the web at:   http://www.isu.edu/areg/ferpafacts.shtml

Alumni Association and Foundations

Alumni Association

The mission of the Idaho State University Alumni Association is to promote the welfare and to advance the objectives of Idaho State University through the sustained involvement of its alumni by providing philanthropic, intellectual and social opportunities.

The association is governed by a board of directors and administered through the office of Alumni Relations, 554 S. 7th Avenue, Pocatello, in the H. F. Magnuson House.

Specific goals are to identify alumni and friends to assist ISU in strengthening support from its constituencies, to inform alumni and friends about Idaho State University; to provide for the efficient management of the Alumni Association, and to involve and motivate alumni and students to maintain their affiliation and support of Idaho State University.

The officers and directors meet three times a year with the director of alumni relations, who is appointed by the university administration.

ISU Bengal Foundation

The Bengal Foundation was officially formed in September of 1976. It is governed by a board of directors and administered through the office of the Bengal Foundation located in Holt Arena. For information on becoming a member, contact The Bengal Foundation at (208) 282-2397.

ISU Foundation, Inc.

Gifts to the Foundation may be unrestricted for use by the university in areas of greatest need, or donors may specify the use. Private funding helps provide scholarships, professorships, scientific equipment, building funds, and other assistance to academic and vocational/technical programs and instruction and co-curricular pursuits. Private support is recognized as a vital and necessary supplement for the funding of Idaho State University. All gifts to the Foundation, when itemized, are tax deductible.

The ISU Foundation is located on the first floor of the Administration Building.

Physical Facilities and University Services

Bookstore

Regular Bookstore hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Saturdays, with extended hours during registration. Call the Bookstore at (208) 282-3237 (in Pocatello) or 1-800-688-4781 (outside Pocatello) for more information.

Textbooks may be reserved or purchased online using our Efollett.com service. All reservations must be picked up prior to the first day of classes.

The Bookstore maintains branch offices in Idaho Falls (University Place, (208) 282-7940) and Twin Falls (CSI Bookstore, (208) 733-9554). At other outreach locations (Soda Springs, Rexburg), faculty will sell books the first night of class.

Students should purchase textbooks as early as possible to ensure good selection. A full refund will be paid for unmarked books, accompanied by the original sales slip, that are returned by the 10th day from the start of the semester. Books that are marked or damaged will be refunded at used book price.

Computer Facilities and Services

Additional labs with specialized discipline-specific software, operated by individual departments, but supported by Academic Computing, are also available. Most computer labs are equipped with PCs running the Windows 2000 operating system. Apple Macintosh machines are also available in the College of Business building, room B-10. Use of the computer labs, laptops, kiosks and most departmental labs requires a network account. Accounts may be purchased, for $25.00 per fall or spring semester, and $20.00 per summer semester, at the Computer Center Help Desk in Pocatello, and in Idaho Falls, Twin Falls and Boise labs. The account provides login capability in the computer labs and all above listed facilities, data storage, printing, remote access, web-based instructional tools, access to email, access to personal student records, etc. The account provides access to both Windows and Unix software. Many ISU computer resources, including email, can be accessed via the Internet. The Help Desk provides support and assistance for those with home computers and modems as well as assistance in the labs. A Help Desk tool kit containing Internet Explorer, Netscape Communicator, McAfee Antivirus and other software products can be obtained at the Computer Center Help Desk located in the basement of the College of Business building, as well as Idaho Falls, Twin Falls and Boise labs.

Idaho State University maintains a home page on the World-Wide Web (www.isu.edu) with access to a wide variety of university information (such as web-based course material, campus events, online library access and this Catalog). All admitted students have a personal customizable Web portal found at http://my.isu.edu. All enrolled students are
provided an ISU email account.

Tutorial materials are available through the Help Desk for several software products, especially those that are uniquely configured for ISU, such as Electronic Mail using Netscape Communicator and/or Webmail.

Laptops may be checked out from:
            Pond Student Union Building Information Desk
            Oboler Library Computer Lab
            B-13 Computer Lab in the basement of the Business Building
            Bennion Student Union Information Desk, Idaho Falls
            Boise ISU Center
 

Computer Lab Locations

Pocatello:
*  Computer Service Center,
    College of Business Basement,
    Rooms B-13 and B-10

*  College of Business Labs,
    Rooms 506, 507

*   College of Education Lab, Room 359
    Turner Hall Basement

*  Student Union Building, Fourth Floor

*  Liberal Arts Building, Room 270

*  Oboler Library, Second Floor

Idaho Falls:
*  Center for Higher Education,
    1784 Science Center Dr
    Idaho Falls, Rooms 201-202

*  Bennion Student Union, Lower Level

Twin Falls:
*  University Programs, Twin Falls,
    Evergreen Building, Room C90

Boise:
*  ISU Boise Computer Lab,
    12301 W. Explorer Drive

Blackfoot:
*  Outreach Center
    1443 Parkway Dr #3

Departmental lab locations:

* Algebra Lab, Owen-Redfield Bldg
* Algebra Testing Center, Owen-Redfield Bldg
* Biological Sciences Learning Center, Life Sciences Complex
* Biological Sciences Tutorial Lab, Life Sciences Complex
* College of Health Professions Computer Lab, Life Sciences Complex
* Communication Sciences & Disorders Lab, Life Sciences Complex
* Foreign Language Lab, Business Bldg
* IFFT Social Science Lab, Liberal Arts Bldg
* Mathematics Lab, Physical Science Bldg
* Pharmacy Lab, Pharmacy Bldg

Idaho Museum of Natural History

Student Union

The Student Union and the Union Hypostyle house other offices in addition to Student Senate. Student Affairs offices in the hypostyle include the Dean, Associate Dean, and Assistant Dean of Students (University Judicial Officer), and Director of International Programs and Services. Other offices within the building include C.W. HOG, , Craft Shop, ISU Mail Center, KISU-FM Public Radio, Outdoor Program, Program Board, Scheduling and Event Services, Students' Community Service Center, University Food Services, Wilderness Equipment Rental Center, and the student newspaper.

University Housing

The goal of the Idaho State University housing staff is to provide and maintain a residence life program that is conducive to both academic success and personal development. Students are encouraged to take full advantage of the many opportunities and services that are offered by oncampus living.

Application Procedures

Applications for on-campus housing may be obtained from the University Housing Office, Box 8083, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID 83209, or phone (208) 282-2120. Directions will be provided for completing the application material and receiving an assignment to on-campus housing.  For current information, see the Housing web page, at:  http://www.www.isu.edu/departments/housing  or send an e-mail inquiry to reslife@isu.edu.

Housing Facilities

The university houses men and women in residence-hall-style facilities. It also has apartment-style living for married students, student families, graduate students, students with special needs, and upper-division students. Living units generally have lounges and all have laundry facilities.

Food Service

University food service is mandatory for students living in residence halls and is optional for students living in apartments. Food service also may be purchased for students living off-campus.
 

University Library

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Graduate Programs and Graduate Courses

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Undergraduate Admissions

Office of Enrollment Planning & Academic Services
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8054
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 282-3277 • www.isu.edu

Questions related to the College of Technology:

College of Technology Student Services
Idaho State University
PO Box 8380
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 282-2622

Questions about admission applications:

Office of Admissions
Idaho State University
PO Box 8270
Pocatello ID  83209
(208) 282-2475 •  http://www.isu.edu/enroll/admis.shtml
email: info@isu.edu

Questions about international student admissions (see also the International Students section):

International Admissions Office
Campus Box 8270
Pocatello, ID  83209-8270
intl@isu.edu

Idaho State University welcomes all students of good character who provide evidence of suitable preparation for work at the college level. Contact the Office of Enrollment Planning for required admission forms and accompanying instructions. The following information applies to undergraduate students applying for admission to academic programs; please refer to the College of Technology section regarding admission to applied technology programs. Graduate students should refer to the Graduate Catalog.

Current undergraduate courses, degree requirements and academic programs are listed in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is published each June for the upcoming academic year. Upon admission to the University, new students receive a coupon that may be exchanged at the Bookstore for a complimentary copy of the Catalog. Be sure to keep your catalog as a reference tool for your educational planning. Current catalog information may also be accessed through the ISU Web Page: www.isu.edu. Each student needs to complete degree requirements as outlined in any one catalog in effect during his/her dates of registration. Students have access to the Class Schedule on the web and may obtain a hard copy free of charge from the Registrar's Office.  It lists the classes to be offered each semester and describes preregistration procedures.

Students are encouraged to apply online at:  apply.isu.edu.

Admission Requirements

Application Deadlines:

Spring Semester: December 1  International Students: October 1  ($20 late fee after this date)

Summer Semester: Open  No Summer admission for International Students

NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS:
ALL REQUIRED ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT

Students should hear from the Admissions Office approximately 2 weeks following receipt of their application to Idaho State University. Those who are undecided about a major and those requiring academic assistance are assigned an advisor from the Supplemental Academic Advising Center.

Students submitting an application for admission to Idaho State University indicate an intent to major in a specific academic program. Acceptance to the university does NOT mean acceptance into the student's major program. Many departments have admission requirements that must be met prior to the student's formal acceptance into a declared major. Students are encouraged to contact academic departments early to learn about admission requirements into specific programs.

NOTE: It is critical that students submit necessary admission documents early so they may be cleared to preregister. Preregistration programs are held in early spring for accepted students. Those submitting application materials late cannot be assured of registration for the current semester.

New Freshmen

Students graduating from high school in May 1989 and later and transfer students with less than 14 college credits who are seeking a degree at ISU are required to submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions:

Regular Admission

Students meeting requirements for regular admission may be admitted to one of two levels under this category according to the student's predicted ISU grade point average (GPA) which is based on a weighted combination of the core subject high school grade point average and ACT Composite Score or SAT (Verbal + Math) total score. Students over 21 years of age are exempt from taking the ACT or SAT.

Level 2: Students will be admitted to Level 2 if their predicted first semester ISU GPA is 2.00 or higher.

Students entering at this level may enroll for up to a maximum of 18 credits without special permission. They are required to take English and mathematics placement tests, and meet with an academic advisor in their chosen major prior to registration.

Level 1: Students will be admitted to Level 1 if their predicted first semester ISU GPA is less than 2.00.

Level 1 students may not enroll for more than 13 credits per semester. They will meet with an assigned academic advisor who will help them plan a schedule of classes that meets their needs and utilizes support services that will help them to be successful. They may not register for courses until 1) they have taken ACT or Compass math and English placement tests or scored at appropriate levels on the ACT English and Math segments, and 2) course schedules are approved by their assigned academic advisor. Students whose placement test scores indicate deficiencies in math or English must enroll for the appropriate courses in these areas during their first or second semesters.

Students admitted at Level 1 who complete at least four college level courses (remedial classes do not count), a minimum of 12 credit hours, and have a college grade point average of 2.00 or better at ISU will be allowed to register as Level 2 students in subsequent semesters.

Conditional Admission

Students with provisional standing may change to regular admission status upon satisfactory completion of 14 baccalaureate level credits, 12 of which must be in four different subject areas of the general education requirements at ISU.

New Freshmen

Students graduating from high school prior to May 1989 who are seeking a degree at ISU are required to submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions:

New Freshmen

All GED students must submit the following:

*Students who are 21 or older when they enroll are exempt from taking the ACT/SAT exam.

New Freshmen

Students who have been educated through a home school or correspondence based program of study should complete the GED and are subject to the above admission requirements. Students may also be considered for admission through an alternate means to the GED based on exemplary ACT/SAT scores and one additional standardized test score such as Compass, CPT, etc.

New Freshmen (Conditional Acceptance)

Note: Idaho State University reserves the right to NOT accept students graduating from high school who have completed a remedial oriented course of study. Students must demonstrate reasonable ability to be successful in a college level curriculum.

Transfer Students

Transfer students must submit the following to the Office of Admissions:

Under Idaho State University scholastic probation/dismissal policy, transfer students who have been academically dismissed from another college or university must lay out a minimum of one semester of enrollment following a first dismissal and one year following second dismissals. These students may re-enroll at ISU on probation following their mandatory layout periods. Students dismissed three or more times must lay out a minimum of two semesters and then petition the Re-Admission Committee to re-enroll.

Students having a cumulative transfer grade point average of 2.0 may be admitted to the appropriate class standing upon prior presentation of official credentials. Students with less than a 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA for previous college work are required to submit a petition to the Admissions Committee and may be considered for probationary admission.

Transfer credits will not be evaluated until the student has applied for admission and furnished the Office of Admissions with official transcripts. Students transferring 58 or more credits to ISU will be blocked from registering until they have declared their major with the appropriate academic department.

NOTE: It is critical that students submit necessary admission documents early so they may be cleared to preregister early. Those submitting application materials late cannot be assured of registration for the current semester.

Admissions Committee

After carefully reviewing the student's petition, letters of support and any additional documentation, the Admissions Committee determines whether there is sufficient evidence of suitable academic preparation for the student to be successful in a college curriculum. If the committee decides to admit the student, it establishes conditions and recommendations with which the student must comply in order to enhance his/her ability to succeed at ISU after enrollment. Educational options for remedial assistance are presented to those not accepted so that they may be reconsidered for possible later enrollment when improvement in basic skills areas can be demonstrated.

The Admissions Committee is comprised of representatives from the university including a faculty person, student, professional staff from the Counseling and Testing Center, TRIO Student Services, the ADA and Disabilities Resource Center, the Athletic Department, Enrollment Planning and Academic Services, Supplemental Academic Advising, and/or Registration and Records.

Students not accepted to ISU by the Admissions Committee may request a personal interview as a final appeal to be given consideration for admission to the university.

Transfer Credit Evaluation
All credits earned or attempted and all grades received in college-level courses from accredited institutions are evaluated for possible transfer credit to Idaho State University. The applicability of these credits to the student’s program of study is determined by their major department. A specific transfer grade point average is calculated separately, and a cumulative GPA is figured combining credits and grades from all previous institutions attended with the same from ISU. Transfer credits from non-U.S. colleges/universities are recorded with grades of satisfactory/unsatisfactory.

Transfer Credit Limitations - Junior and Community Colleges
Students earning their A.A.,  A.S. or A.A.&S. degrees from a U.S. academic regionally accredited institution or who have met Idaho’s State Board of Education general core subject requirements may transfer a maximum of 70 credits to Idaho State University.

Students transferring without the A.A.,  A.S. or A.A.&S. degrees or core certification may transfer a maximum of 70 credits to ISU but their transcript will be evaluated on a course-by-course basis for fulfillment of ISU’s General Education requirements.

Vocational-Technical Credit
Credits earned at accredited or state approved vocational-technical schools may be petitioned through the appropriate academic departments for transfer credit consideration.

Fulfillment of General Education Requirements by Transfer Students

2.  Students transferring from any U.S. academic regionally accredited institution, who have completed the Idaho general education core courses (but do not have an A.A.,  A.S. or A.A.&S degree) and have their transcripts noted "Idaho core certified" by the sending institution, have met the Idaho State University general education requirements. However, they will be required to complete all courses that are required by their major/degree program at ISU, including prerequisites to courses that may be on the ISU General Education course list.

3.  Records from students who do not meet either of the above criteria will be reviewed to determine fulfillment of ISU general education core courses. Students who, after transfer credits are evaluated, have 58 or more transfer credits, will be given special consideration.

Departmental Prerequisites and Lower Division Requirements
Even students who have met the general education core will be required to take any course that is prerequisite to a higher level course and/or is required by the student's major.

Transfer students should be aware that graduation requirements for certain majors may include specific courses or additional credit hours in courses normally associated with General Education Requirements. In such instances, careful selection may enable the student to progress more efficiently by submitting the necessary admission documents early so they may be cleared to preregister for classes early. Those submitting application materials late cannot be assured of registration for the current semester.

Transfer Students with Fewer than 58 Credits
Students transferring to Idaho State University with fewer than 58 credits from other institutions (excluding those eligible for transfer credit consideration under the provisions of the Statewide Articulation Agreement must complete the General Education Requirements as previously stated. Work taken at other institutions is reviewed on a course-by-course basis to determine which ISU General Education Goals are met. Goals not met with transferred course work must be satisfied by ISU courses listed as meeting those goals.

Transfer Students with 58 or More Credits
Students earning the A.A.,  A.S. or A.A.&S. degree from a U.S. academic regionally accredited institution and/or who have met Idaho State Board of Education core subject requirements are excluded from the provisions as stated below for students transferring 58 or more credits to ISU.

Courses taken by the transfer student after enrolling at ISU to meet the General Education Requirements for the B.A., B.S., and B.B.A. degrees as stated below must be selected from the unfulfilled goals in those groups.

Bachelor of Arts in the College of Arts and Sciences
Transfer students with 58 or more credits from other institutions who are seeking a B.A. degree in the College of Arts and Sciences must satisfy General Education Goals 1, 2, and 3. They may consider Goals 4 and 5 as a single eight hour natural/physical science requirement, and Goals 6, 7, and 8 as a single nine-hour humanities requirement, and must complete both Goals 10A and 10B and nine more credits in Goals 9, 11, and/or 12.

Bachelor of Arts in Colleges Other Than Arts and Sciences, and Bachelor of Business Administration
Students transferring to Idaho State University with 58 or more credits from other institutions and working toward a B.A. in any college other than Arts and Sciences, or toward a B.B.A. degree must satisfy General Education Goals 1, 2, and 3. They may consider Goals 4 and 5 as a single eight hour natural/physical science requirement, and Goals 6, 7, and 8 as a single nine-hour humanities requirement. Goals 9, 10A or 10B, 11, and 12 may be considered as a twelve-hour Social Science requirement. Those who opt to fulfill Goal 10B also must take nine credits from Goals 9, 11, and/or 12.

Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Applied Technology
Students transferring to Idaho State University with 58 or more credits from other institutions and working toward a B.S. or B.A.T. degree must satisfy Goals 1, 2, and 3. In transferring, students may consider Goals 4 and 5 as a single eight-hour natural/physical science requirement and Goals 6, 7, and 8 as a single six-hour humanities requirement. Goals 9, 10 A-B, 11, and 12 may be considered as a nine-hour Social Science requirement. Students who opt to fulfill Goal 10B also must take six credits from 9, 11, and/or 12.

Transfer Students with Associate Degrees
Students who have earned associate degrees other than the A.A., A.S. or A.A.&S. from an accredited institution will follow the transfer credit guidelines for students with 58 or more credits, as stated above.

Transfer Students with Bachelor Degrees
Students with bachelor's degrees from an accredited institution will be considered to have met Idaho State University's General Education Requirements when seeking a second bachelor's degree. See Requirements for Second Degree section of this Catalog.

Transfer Students from Non-Accredited Institutions
Credit from nonaccredited institutions will be accepted on the basis of those institutions listed in the Transfer Credit Practices of Designated Educational Institutions, published by the American Association of College Registrars and Admissions Officers and Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education published by the American Council on Education. Credit denied on the basis of such practice may be sought by examinations or petitioned through ISU's academic departments. An application for transfer credit may also be made with the Idaho State Board of Education.

Transferred lower division (100 and 200 level) credit may NOT count as upper division (300 and 400) credit regardless of the appropriate course equivalencies determined by the Admissions Office.

Other Students

Former Students

Students who HAVE enrolled for ISU classes during a 2-year time period may register for classes without reapplying to the university. However, some departments may have more restrictive requirements, and admission may be valid for only a particular semester or year. Students should contact departments to determine these more restrictive requirements.

Those students sitting out a semester or more are required to provide the Admissions Office with their current address, telephone number, major, and official transcripts from other colleges they may have attended.

NOTE: It is critical that students submit the necessary admission documents early so they may be cleared to preregister for classes early. Those submitting application materials late cannot be assured of registration for the current semester.

Students who Previously Applied for Admission and Do NOT Enroll

Students who previously applied for admission, whether accepted or not, are required to complete a new application for admission if they have NOT enrolled for classes at ISU for a 3 year period. Those not enrolled at ISU for 3 or more years must also pay the $40 Application Fee. Individuals who have attended other colleges/universities must submit all official transcripts to the Office of Admissions. Transcripts may be faxed to ISU at (208) 282-4511.

Admission or Re-Admission of Students with Behavioral Problems

Non-Degree-Seeking Students

High School Student Dual/Concurrent Enrollment

Academically qualified high school students may enroll at ISU. Dual/concurrent enrollment allows high school students the opportunity to participate in the college environment and earn college credit while continuing their high school courses and activities. High schools may allow ISU courses to be applied to meet high school graduation requirements.

High school students must complete an ISU Early College Program registration form. Written permission from their principal or counselor is needed along with a parent’s and the student’s written signatures. High school students meeting the necessary requirements will be allowed to enroll on a part-time (1-7 credits) basis. High schools students may enroll in any class or program offered at ISU for which they have met the prerequisites.

All qualified high school students receive a partial fee scholarship and pay reduced fees. A student must hold the status of high school student for the entire ISU courses length in order to participate within the Early College Program. High school students are NOT eligible to receive federal financial aid.

For additional information and/or registration contact the Early College Program at 282-6067/282-3277 or www.earlycollege.isu.edu.

International Students

Idaho State University encourages and welcomes international students to apply. We are proud of the active part taken in student activities by students from around the world. Admission to ISU for international students is dependent upon credentials showing proof that the students are able to perform well in an American academic environment. The Office of Admissions recognizes there are no such things as equivalents between curricula in any other country and the United States; thus foreign courses must be evaluated in terms of approximations.

Applications

All international student applications for admission must be received by June 1 for fall semester, and by November 1 for spring semester. The following additional items are needed:

ALL REQUIRED ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT.

NOTE: It is critical that students submit necessary admission documents early so they may be cleared to preregister for classes early. Those submitting application materials late cannot be assured of registration for the current semester. An official transcript is one that is sent directly from the college/university to the Office of Admissions at Idaho State University.

Transfer of Credits

Students completing associate degrees (two year degrees) or three year baccalaureate degrees from other countries will be considered for undergraduate admission with possible advanced standing of up to two years (60 credits) or up to three years (90 credits). General Education Requirements will be waived for such students on a case by case basis. Specific course credits may be awarded only after they have been determined acceptable based on a course by course analysis after official transcripts and a syllabus have been submitted that describe the student’s individual courses programs of study. Educational guides endorsed by AACRAO (American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers) are used during the transfer credit evaluation process, which takes place AFTER the student is enrolled at Idaho State University. Students who do not agree with the credits awarded may, at their own cost, send educational documents to an accredited foreign credentials evaluation service; additional credits might be awarded at ISU. Students may also petition the academic departments for possible transfer credit consideration.

English Proficiency

Students from other countries are required to take and receive a satisfactory score (minimum of 500 for paper exam, 173 for computer exam) on the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or a score of 5 on the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) examination. An ACT English score of 18 or SAT Verbal score of 450 may also satisfy the English Proficiency requirement. ISU will also accept Level 112 completed at any ELS program in place of a 500/550 TOEFL. Visit www.ets.org for more information. Conditional admission is possible.

Successful scores must be submitted to the Admissions Office early so that an admission decision can be made. If the student is transferring from another college or university in the United States, s/he must submit a statement from a qualified official at his/her school regarding English proficiency, or if s/he has completed college level English courses in the United States, grades in these courses (or TOEFL test scores) will be considered to demonstrate proficiency in English. The TOEFL requirement may be waived for students who are from English speaking countries or who have previously attended secondary or postsecondary schools where English is the instructional language. Arrangements to take the TOEFL or IELTS examination may be made by accessing the following websites: www.ets.org or www.ielts.org. For more information on the ELS program, visit www.els.edu.

Financial Statement

All international students must submit written proof that they are financially able to support themselves while attending Idaho State University. An official statement of financial support from a sponsor along with an attached official bank statement will serve as proof of the student’s financial ability to meet his/her educational costs. The designated sponsor must release funds when needed to pay for expenses as indicated on the financial statement. Refer to the estimate of costs, shown below. International students receiving athletic scholarships from ISU must have the Athletic Department submit written verification of such a financial award. Idaho State University reserves the right to require financial deposits from students before registration. 

NOTE: Based on academic merit and availability, new entering International students may be considered for non-resident fee waiver scholarships worth approximately $7,700 per year. These are available only to students pursuing technical related programs of study. For more information, contact: intl@isu.edu

Estimated Costs of
Full-time Attendance at
Idaho State University (International Students)

Undergraduate
Expenses                 Academic or Technology
Tuition:*                 $ 11,700
Books and Supplies*       $    800
Room and Board            $  4,870
Medical Insurance**       $    780
Total:***                 $ 18,150
Note: Academic year includes Fall and Spring semesters only. Summer School costs are not included in the estimates. Costs are continually subject to change.
Tuition costs include the basic Tuition charge paid by all students, plus Non-resident tuition, required of all non-Idaho residents.
See Expenses in the Registration section of this Catalog for on-campus housing. Off-campus options are available.
Married students accompanied by spouse and children must provide additional funds for them.

*Some academic and most College of Technology programs require additional tool or class costs. Students need to contact individual departments or programs for these costs.
**Students must have the necessary funds to purchase medical insurance for themselves and their family. Costs for medical services provided while in the U.S. are NOT covered by the State of Idaho or the Federal Government.
***Costs tend to increase by 5-10% every fall semester.

Transfer Verification Report
International students who have attended any other college or university in the United States are required to have the Transfer of I-20/IDS 2019 Verification Report completed by the official International Student Advisor from their previous institution. The form should be submitted to the Office of Admissions along with a copy of the student’s I-20/IDS 2019 and I-94 forms. Information in this report and the I-20 will help verify the applicant’s status with the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS).
 

Class Level

Junior: 58 credit hours

Senior: 90 credit hours

The classification under which a student registers at the beginning of the academic year will continue through the year.

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Registration

Office of Registration and Records
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8196
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 282-2661

New Students

Transfer Students

Former Students

Continuing Students

Preregistration for all students will be conducted for approximately four weeks before the end of each semester. Questions concerning registration should be directed to the Office of Registration and Records.

Registration is not permitted after the second week of classes. A department, with the dean's permission, may deny permission to register in any class or laboratory after the first week in cases of special difficulty where make-up work is concerned.

Students are expected to know academic requirements and policies and to assume major responsibility for planning their individual programs of study in accordance with requirements and policies. This information is listed in the Undergraduate Catalog.

Class schedule booklets for the next semester are available through the Office of Registration and Records prior to the preregistration period at the end of each semester. Class schedule information is also linked online at http://www.isu.edu/.

Part-Time / Full-Time Student Status

Expenses

In general, the expenses for Idaho State University students may be divided into classifications of fees, board, and room. In addition to the fees listed, some courses may require the expense of special uniforms, protective clothing, field trip expenses, lab fees, special materials fees, etc.

Enrollment Fees

Academic Undergraduate and College of Technology Semester Fees

Full-time (8 credit hours or more)

Part-time (1-7  credits)

	Per Credit
Resident	$ 185
Nonresident	$ 287

*All students paying full-time fees and international students taking 3 or more credits must also pay the $330 per semester ($135 per session) premium for the University's Student Health Insurance Program.  Any student with existing health insurance coverage may become exempt from participating in the Student Insurance Plan by completing and filing a Health Insurance Waiver each academic year. For more information, contact the Student Health Insurance Office, (208) 282-2972.

College of Technology Session Fees

See College of Technology Section.

Room & Board Expenses

Other Fees and Charges

Application Fee (academic and College of Technology students)

Undergraduate	$40
Graduate	$35

Audit Fee: Same as part-time credit hour fees

Class Fees (in addition to regular registration fees)
Many university classes require additional fees for specialized instruction and/or supplies. See the Class Schedule for class fees required for specific courses. See the Financial Services website at www.isu.edu/finserve for help with any other questions about class fees, including fees for courses outside the regular University offerings.

Credit by Examination
Challenge examinations (arranged by petition) $15/cr
(Payable in advance at ISU Cashier’s Office prior to taking the exam)

For information about CLEP examinations (taken at Counseling and Testing Center), see the website http://www.isu.edu/ctc/ or contact the Counseling and Testing Center at 208-282-2130.

Experiential Credit
Evaluation Fee $ 50*
(*Per academic area evaluated; payable at ISU Cashiers Office prior to evaluation process.)

Credit Recording Fee $15*
(*Per credit hour and in addition to evaluation fee; payable after evaluation.)

Faculty, Staff and Spouses
Registration Fee $20
+ $5 per cr. hour

A copy of the current Education Policy for ISU Employees is available in the Human Resources Office, Administration Building Room 312. Verification of employment and authorization forms for reduction in fees may also be obtained from this office.

GED Transcript Fee
$5

Graduation/Diploma Fee
$20
(payable February 15 for May Graduation)
This fee is collected from each applicant for a certificate or for an associate, bachelor, master or doctorate degree.

Idaho Dental Education Program (IDEP) Fee
Any student enrolled in the Idaho Dental Education Program is subject to a professional fee determined by the State Board of Education. For further information, contact the Program Director.

Late Registration Processing Charges

Second through tenth day of classes	$20
After tenth day of classes	$50

To help defray extra costs involved with late registration, processing fees are charged in addition to any other regular fees. All students (full-time, part-time, faculty, staff, etc.) paying fees after the first day of official university classes are charged a late processing fee. The cashier is not authorized to accept late registration fee payment without the appropriate late processing fee. This fee is nonrefundable. No department or employee of the university, other than those specifically authorized, has the authority to waive the fee.

Pharmacy Professional Fee

Full-time resident	$820
Full-time new nonresident	$2,480
Nontraditional resident	$195.00 per hour
Nontraditional nonresident	$295.00 per hour

Physical Therapy Professional Fees (per semester)

Resident	$690
Nonresident	$2,370

Placement Testing Fee (Compass Tests)
$5 per examination

Remediation Fees
Payment of remediation fees is required for Arithmetic/Pre-Algebra (MATH 015), Elementary Algebra (MATH 025), and Basic Writing (ENGL 90). See the class schedule for fees required for these courses.

Senior Citizens
Registration Fee $20 + $5 per cr. hour
(Age 60 years or older; proper identification indicating date of birth is required; fee is for courses on a space available basis only; special course fees also may be charged.)
Fee reduction does not apply to non-resident students.

Special Music Fee
$145 per cr. hour
Applies to enrollment in any aplied music course.

Student Health Insurance Fee
 

All full-time fee paying students, and all International students taking 3 or more credits

$330 per semester $135 per session

Any student with existing health insurance coverage may become exempt from participating in the Student Insurance Plan by completing and filing a Health Insurance Waiver each academic year. For more information, contact the Student Health Insurance Office, (208) 282-2972.

Summer Fees (per credit hour)

Undergraduate $185
Graduate $219

Transcript Fee
See information at transcripts.isu.edu

VTE Competency Credit Fee (College of Technology)
$135

Idaho Residency Requirements for Fee Payment

See  http://www.isu.edu/enroll/rinfo.shtml  for the most complete and current information regarding residency requirements.

Residency for tuition purposes is governed by Idaho Code § 33-3717 and the residency rules of the State Board of Education. Although a full-time regularly-enrolled resident student is not required to pay tuition while enrolled at Idaho State University, students are charged fees for educational costs excluding the cost of instruction in accordance with the Idaho State System of Higher Education "Notice to Nonresidents of the State of Idaho."

A student is a "resident" for purposes of fee payment if:

Direct specific questions to:

Melody Treat
(208)-282-4096
ISU Admissions Office
Campus Box 8270
Pocatello, ID 83209

A "nonresident" student shall include:

Any student attending an institution in this state with the aid of financial assistance provided by another state or governmental unit or agency thereof, such nonresidency continuing for one (1) year after the completion of the semester for which such assistance is last provided.

Any person who is not a citizen of the United States of America, who does not have permanent or temporary resident status or does not hold "refugee-parolee" or "conditional entrant" status with the U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service or is not otherwise permanently residing in the U.S. under color of the law and who does not also meet and comply with all applicable requirements for establishing residency as covered under these provisions.

Establishing a New Domicile in Idaho:

The establishment of a new domicile in Idaho by a person formerly domiciled in another state has occurred if such person is physically present in Idaho primarily for purposes other than educational and can show satisfactory proof that such person is without a present intention to return to such other state or to acquire a domicile at some other place outside of Idaho. In determining whether a student is domiciled in the state of Idaho primarily for purposes other than educational Idaho State University shall consider, but shall not be limited to the following factors:

Registration and payment of Idaho taxes or fees on a motor vehicle, mobile home, travel trailer, or other item of personal property for which state registration and the payment of a state tax or fee is required.

Filing of Idaho state income tax returns.

Permanent full-time employment or the hourly equivalent thereof in the state of Idaho.

Registration to vote for state elected officials in Idaho at a general election.

Residency decisions for fee payment purposes are made by the Admissions Office. Students may appeal through the Residency Appeals Committee at Idaho State University.

This notice provides for appeal from a final determination denying residency status in the following way:

Appeal may be initiated by the filing of an action in the District Court of Bannock County wherein Idaho State University is located; an appeal from the District Court shall lie as in all civil actions.

Normal Idaho residency requirements shall be in force for students who apply for some special graduate and professional programs. These include but are not limited to the Idaho Dental Education Program (IDEP), the WAMI (Washington, Alaska, Montana, Idaho) Regional Medical Education Program; the University of Utah College of Medicine; the WOI (Washington, Oregon, Idaho) Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine; the Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Professional Student Exchange Programs (medicine, optometry and occupational therapy) and Graduate Education Program.

NOTE: STUDENTS WHO INITIALLY ENROLL AT ISU AS NONRESIDENTS AND LATER WISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR A CHANGE IN RESIDENCY STATUS MUST OBTAIN AN AFFIDAVIT FOR RESIDENCY APPLICATION FROM THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE. IT MUST BE COMPLETED, NOTARIZED AND SUBMITTED TO THE ADMISSIONS OFFICE ALONG WITH SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION. IF APPROVED, THE STUDENT'S STATUS IS CHANGED IN THE COMPUTER AND THE STUDENT IS BILLED AS A RESIDENT.

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the person requesting reclassification of residency status to provide clear and convincing evidence of bona fide domicile in Idaho.

Non-Resident Tuition Waivers

Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208) 282-3315

A Nonresident Tuition Waiver Committee considers all applications and is responsible for awards. Students from the states of Utah and Washington, by indicating such residency status on the application form, have an opportunity to apply for nonresident tuition waivers at Idaho State University under reciprocal agreements with these states.

Time accrued while receiving a nonresident fee waiver will NOT contribute towards the length of time required for Idaho residency status.

Refund Policy

This policy does not include the advance deposits required by the College of Technology and by the Dental Hygiene, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant programs in the Kasiska College of Health Professions.

All fee refunds are paid by University check.

When students enrolled in for-credit classes withdraw from Idaho State University or make schedule changes that reduce their total fee obligation, refunds are made on the following basis:

General University fees paid without use of a fee reduction program:

Refunds are calculated and authorized by the Office of Financial Services. The drop/withdrawal date is the actual date the drop or withdrawal form is received by an authorized University office or automated system.

Refunds of registration charges for full-time fees, part-time credit hour fees, nonresident tuition, professional program fees, and departmental fees are calculated on the total amount of fees paid, using the first official day of the University semester or session as the starting date.

Federal refund provisions may supersede ISU Refund Policy under certain conditions for federal financial aid recipients. The greater of (1) ISU calculations or (2) Federal guidelines, is refunded according to Federal refund requirements, when applicable.

Percentage refund of computed base

Before and during the first week of classes 100% *

During the second week of classes 75%*

During the third and fourth week of classes 50%*

After the fourth week of classes NO REFUNDS

*There is a $25 processing fee for ALL refunds.

College of Technology Session

Before and during the first week of classes 100% (less a registration processing charge of $25)*

During the second week of classes 50%*

After the second week of classes NO REFUNDS

For classes, seminars and workshops with nonstandard starting and ending dates, refund requests are reviewed on an exception basis. The starting and ending dates are those designated by the University registrar.

This policy does not include the advance deposit required by the College of Technology or academic departments.

*There is a $25 processing fee for ALL refunds.

Nonrefundable fee charges/payments

In specific cases, as listed below, a full refund of the registration fee, credit hour fee, nonresident tuition and professional fees will be granted following official withdrawal from school, provided the withdrawal process is completed during the first half of the semester or session (i.e., first eight weeks of a semester, first four weeks of a session). Proper documentation must be presented and approval granted by the offices of Student Affairs and Financial Services before the refund will be processed.

The University reserves the right to deduct from refunds any amounts due the University. Refunds of actual fees for the term, less any remaining fee loan balances for the term, are used to offset financial aid awarded as prioritized below:

Payment of refund to student

A check for the balance is mailed to the home address of the student with an itemized statement of deductions.

Refund checks are not processed until four weeks after the start of the term or until at least three weeks after the actual date of payment for the term.

Registration refund appeals

Contact the Dean of Student Affairs or the University Controller for information on the University registration fee refund appeal process. Appeals should be submitted in writing before the end of the term for which the student is appealing.

Room and Board Fees

Students who fail to complete their agreement with the University Housing Office will have their board fees prorated and, after appropriate penalties have been deducted, may receive a refund. See the Terms and Conditions of Residence section of the Residence Life and Apartment Agreements for details on the penalties for room violations.

Delinquent Accounts

Dishonored Check Policy

Any check tendered in payment of registration fees and subsequently returned by the bank will result in automatic postponement of the student's registration.

In the case of a check tendered in payment for room and board and subsequently returned by the bank, the student is notified immediately and allowed not more than five days for the check to clear. If not cleared within that time, the student's meal ticket and/or room reservation is canceled.

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Financial Aid and Scholarships

Financial assistance programs are administered by various departments at ISU. The following list identifies the types of financial funding available and the university office to contact for further information. If you write to any of the departments listed below, include the contact office and location, Idaho State University, Pocatello, Idaho 83209.

On-Campus Sources of Financial Assistance

Employment

Federal College Work Study

Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208) 282-2756

Off-campus (part-time or temporary)

Student Employment Office
Room 429, Museum Building
(208) 282-2778

On-campus (part-time)

Student Employment/University Departments/Financial Aid Office/Student Employment Office Student Union Building
(208) 282-2778

International Students (off-campus)

International Student Advisor
Room 384, Hypostyle
(208) 282-2315

International Students (on-campus)

Various university offices

Graduate Assistantships, Fellowships

Academic Department Chairpersons/Graduate School
Room 401, Museum (208) 282-2150

Grants

Athletic Grants-in-Aid

Director of Athletics
Holt Arena (208) 282-2771

Federal Pell Grant

Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP)

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG)

Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208) 282-2756

Loans

Federal Ford Direct Student Loans
(subsidized and unsubsidized)

Federal Perkins Loans

Federal Ford Direct Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students

Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208) 282-2756

Short Term Loans

Academic and College of Technology Students

Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208) 282-2756

International Students

International Student Advisor
Room 384, Hypostyle (208) 282-2315

Non-Resident Tuition Waivers

Athletics

Director of Athletics
Holt Arena (208) 282-2771

Academic Merit

Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208) 282-3315

International Students

International Student Advisor
Room 384, Hypostyle (208) 282-2315

Graduate Students

Graduate School
Room 401, Museum (208) 282-2150

Need Based

Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208) 282-2756

Utah & Washington Residents, and Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208) 282-3315

NOTE: Time accrued while receiving any Non-Resident Tuition Waivers will NOT contribute towards the length of time required for establishing Idaho residency.

Scholarships

Academic Students

Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208) 282-3315
Academic Department Chairpersons

Athletics

Director of Athletics
Holt Arena (208) 282-2771

Graduate Students

Graduate School
Room 401, Museum
(208) 282-2150

Related to Major Course of Study

• College/School Scholarship
Committee
• Department Chair
• Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208) 282-3315

College of Technology Students

College of Technology
Student Services
RFC Building (208) 282-2622

Service Awards

ASISU
(Senate, Program Board, Bengal)

ASISU Office
Room 399, Hypostyle
(208) 282-3435

Related to Talent (e.g., music, drama) Academic Department Chairpersons

Veterans

Educational Benefits

Veterans Coordinator Room 319, Museum Building
(208) 282-2676

Federal and State Financial Aid

Major financial aid programs available through the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office include the following:

Financial Aid counselors are available to discuss students concerns related to financial aid. The Financial Aid staff will describe the types of financial assistance available and will assist students with the application process. Financial Aid counselors can also assist students in determining the cost of attendance, how to manage money while in school, and how to identify alternative sources of funding and also assists students in locating part-time jobs funded by the Federal Work Study Program.

Students must meet certain conditions in order to receive federal financial assistance through Idaho State University. The general conditions include the following: completion of a FAFSA to determine eligibility; admission and enrollment as a degree seeking student in a course of study leading to a degree or certificate; enrollment as a full-time (at least 12 credits per semester) three quarter time (9-11 credits per semester or halftime (6-8 credits per semester) student; meet Financial Aid satisfactory academic progress policy; be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non- citizen; and not owe a refund or repayment on Title IV grants or be in default or delinquent on Title IV loans.

To obtain more specific information, contact the Financial Aid Office, Room 337, Museum Building, Campus Box 8077, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID 83209-8077, (208) 282-2756. Or use the Financial Aid and Scholarship Web page, www.isu.edu/departments/finaid/.

Scholarships

Scholarship criteria vary (i.e., minimum grade point average and/or financial need, major, etc.). Scholarship announcements, including eligibility and application deadline information, are regularly distributed by the Scholarship Office to campus departments, the student newspaper, and are posted on the Scholarship Bulletin Boards located in the lobby of the Museum Building. Individuals seeking information on scholarships should contact the Director of Scholarships in the:

Scholarship Office,
Museum Building, Room 327
Campus Box 8391
Pocatello, ID 83209-8391
(208) 282-3315
http://www.isu.edu/scholar

Nonresident tuition waivers are available to qualified students who demonstrate financial need (inquiries should be addressed to the ISU Financial Aid and Scholarship Office), to students who have demonstrated strong academic ability, and to residents of Washington and Utah through reciprocal agreements. Contact the Scholarship Office for a scholar-related nonresident tuition waiver or Washington/Utah reciprocity nonresident tuition waiver information and applications.

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Academic Information

Courses Required of All Degree-Seeking Students

The General Education Program

The General Education requirements are organized into twelve goals: three in the skills areas of writing, speaking, and mathematics, and nine in content areas. Students are placed in general education courses on the basis of ACT scores and placement testing. Students in all colleges, including the College of Technology, take the College Board Computerized Placement Test for placement in English and mathematics courses. Depending on the results of placement testing in skill areas and foreign languages, general education comprises 37 to 61 of the 128 credit hours required for a baccalaureate degree.

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in the College of Arts and Sciences must complete all goals. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Music Education must complete all goals except 10B. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Business Administration, or the Bachelor of Arts in colleges other than Arts and Sciences, must complete Goals 1-9, 10A or 10B, and 11-12. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science or the Bachelor of Applied Technology may substitute 12 hours in physical or biological sciences for Goals 4 and 5, and must complete only two of Goals 6, 7, and 8, and three of Goals 9, 10A or 10B, 11, and 12. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Music degree are required to take six credits of English composition, eight credits of a foreign language, twelve credits in the social sciences, eight credits in the natural sciences, and four credits other than music and foreign languages in the humanities. The General Education Requirements for students admitted to the Bachelor of University Studies degree are individualized, although most students in that program take courses that would meet most goals.

Some goals can be met only by a specified course or sequence of courses. Others allow a small range of choices that accommodate the needs of students with different prospective majors. To meet the quantitative competence goal, for example, students may elect one of six mathematics courses.

General Education Requirements: The Twelve Goals

Goal 1:

Criteria for courses: Courses in expository writing fulfill this requirement. The skills learned in these courses are those that are readily adaptable to any situation in which one must communicate in writing. Writing courses designed to meet the special needs of one discipline do not fulfill this requirement.

Credits required: Variable, depending on whether the student is placed in ENGL 90 (noncredit), ENGL 101, or ENGL 102. Goal 1 is satisfied when the student has passed ENGL 102 with a grade of "C-" or better.
 

Goal 2:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill this requirement are those in which students develop skills appropriate to formal and informal, public and private oral discourse. Students study and practice the principles of interpersonal communication, small group dynamics, expository speaking, argumentation, and persuasion. Courses designed to meet the special needs of one discipline do not fulfill this requirement.

Credits required: 2 or satisfactory completion of a proficiency examination administered by the Department of Communication and Theatre.

Courses satisfying the goal:

COMM 101 Principles of Speech 3 cr

Goal 3:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill the requirement (1) require a basic high school algebra background as defined by the prerequisite listed for each course below, and (2) acquaint the student with a significant body of mathematical language, models, and methods.

A score of 3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Calculus AB, Calculus BC, or Statistics will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 3-4 credits

Courses satisfying the goal:
 

MATH 123	Mathematics in Modern Society  (Prerequisite MATH 025)	3 cr
MATH 127	The Language of Mathematics (Prerequisite MATH 025)	3 cr
MATH 130	Finite Mathematics (Prerequisite MATH 108)	4 cr
MATH 160	Brief Calculus (Prerequisite MATH 143)	4 cr
MATH 170	Calculus I (Prerequisite MATH 147 or 143 & 144)	4 cr
MATH 253	Introduction to Statistics (Prerequisite MATH 108)	3 cr
ELSY 372	Calculus for Advanced Electronics (Prerequisite ELSY 262)	4 cr

For further information about mathematics prerequisites and placement, see Placement in Mathematics, which follows these goal descriptions.
 

Goal 4:

Criteria for courses: Courses in the biological sciences which fulfill this requirement (1) examine the processes by which scientific knowledge is gained, (2) introduce the basic concepts and terminology of the biological sciences, and (3) explore how scientific knowledge influences human society.

A score of 3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Biology will also satisfy this goal.
 

Credits required: 4 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one set):
 

BIOL 100, 100L	Concepts Biology: Human Concerns (and Lab)	4 cr
BIOL 101, 101L	Biology I (and Lab)	4 cr

Goal 5:

Criteria for courses: Courses in the physical sciences which fulfill this requirement (1) examine the processes by which scientific knowledge is gained, (2) introduce the basic concepts and terminology of one or more of the physical sciences, and (3) explore how scientific knowledge influences human society.

A score of 4 or 5 in the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Chemistry will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 4 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

CHEM 100	Architecture of Matter	4 cr
GEOL 100 and 100L	Survey of Geology plus Lab	4 cr
GEOL 101 and either 101L or 110*	Physical Geology plus Lab	4 cr
GEOL 115, 115L	Physical Geography	4 cr
PHYS 100	Essentials of Physics	4 cr
PHYS 152, 153	Descriptive Astronomy plus Lab	4 cr
Another means to satisfy this goal is to take one sequence from the following:**
CHEM 101, 102 and 103	Introduction to General Chemistry, Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry, and Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry Laboratory	7 cr
CHEM 111 and 112	General Chemistry I and II	9 cr
PHYS 111, 112,  113, 114	General Physics I and II plus Labs	8 cr
PHYS 211, 212,  213, 214	Engineering Physics I and II plus Labs	10 cr
*GEOL 110 is the lab for students in science majors. **Any of the following combinations will also satisfy the goal:
CHEM 101 and 112	Introduction to General Chemistry, and General Chemistry II	7 cr
CHEM 111, 102 and 103	General Chemistry I, and Introduction to Organic and Biochemistry and Lab	9 cr
PHYS 111/112 and PHYS 213/214		8 cr
PHYS 211/212 and PHYS 113/114		10 cr

Goal 6:

Criteria for courses:  Courses in the Fine Arts disciplines which fulfill this requirement (1) demonstrate the creative processes and the aesthetic principles artists employ, (2) demonstrate how art both reflects and shapes human and artistic values, (3) introduce students to the work of major artists. Performing and studio courses do not fulfill this requirement.

A score of 4 or 5 in the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in either Art or Music History and Literature will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 3 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

MUSC 106	American Music	3 cr
ART/ M C 210	History and Appreciation of Photography	3 cr
ART 100	Survey of Art	3 cr
ART 101	History of Western Art I	3 cr
ART 102	History of Western Art II	3 cr
ENGL 126	Art of Film	3 cr
DANC 200	History of Modern Dance	3 cr
DANC 201	Survey of Dance	3 cr
MUSC 100	Introduction to Music	3 cr
MUSC 108	The World of Music	4 cr
THEA 101	Appreciation of Drama	3 cr

Goal 7:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill this requirement (1) emphasize major writers and major genres, (2) emphasize how literary artists contribute to understanding the human condition. Courses devoted to the study of a single literary figure, a single genre, or a single national literature do not fulfill this requirement.

A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Literature and Composition will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 3 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

ENGL 110	Introduction to Literature (or a score of 4 or 5 on Advanced Placement Literacy and Composition exam)	3 cr
ENGL 115	Major Themes in Literature	3 cr
ENGL 257	Survey World Literature I	3 cr
ENGL 258	Survey World Literature II	3 cr

Goal 8:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill this requirement (1) examine a broad range of topics leading to or issuing from major philosophical questions, (2) emphasize the works of major philosophers.

Credits required: 3 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

PHIL 101	Introduction to Philosophy	3 cr
PHIL 103	Introduction to Ethics	3 cr

Goal 9:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill this requirement stress the interaction of ideas, events, and environment which have been significant in molding the nation's culture and history through time. Courses which consider one or two narrow aspects of American history or culture do not fulfill this requirement.

Credits required: 3 credits.

A score of 3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement exam in U.S. History will also satisfy this goal.

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

HIST 111	U.S. History I (to 1865)	3 cr
HIST 112	U.S. History II (to present)	3 cr
AMST 200	Introduction to American Studies	3 cr

Goal 10A:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill this requirement (1) concern themselves with one or more significant contemporary or past cultures other than that of the United States, (2) are broad studies of that culture, and (3) integrate intellectual, cultural, and historical developments of the culture. Studies of one aspect of a foreign culture do not fulfill this requirement.

A score of 3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in European History, World History or World Geography will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 3 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

ANTH 237	People and Cultures of the Old World	3 cr
ANTH 238	Peoples and Cultures of the New World	3 cr
ANTH 239	Latino Peoples and Cultures	3 cr
LANG 207	Contemporary European Culture	3 cr
HIST 101	Foundation of Western Civilization	3 cr
HIST 102	Development of Western Civilization	3 cr
HIST 251	Latin American Civilization	3 cr
HIST 252	East Asian History	3 cr
HIST 254	Middle Eastern Civilization	3 cr
HIST 255	African History and Culture	3 cr

and/or

Goal 10B:

Criteria for courses: Courses which fulfill this requirement are those that (1) stress spoken and written communication in a single foreign language; (2) examine the language's grammatical structure in comparison with English; (3) treat the foreign language as a significant aspect of civilization; and (4) foster an appreciation for the cultural heritage of people from a different ethnic environment.

Credits required: 8 credits in a single language. Nonnative speakers of English, i.e. students who grew up in a non-English speaking country and learned English as their second language fulfill Goal 10B by passing ENGL 101 and 102.

A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in a foreign language will also satisfy this goal.

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one language):
 

ANTH/SHOS 101-102	Elementary Shoshoni	8 cr
FREN 101-102	Elementary French	8 cr
GERM 101-102	Elementary German	8 cr
JAPN 101-102	Elementary Japanese	8 cr
LANG 101-102	Elementary Foreign Language	8 cr
LATN 101-102	Elementary Latin	8 cr
RUSS 101-102	Elementary Russian	8 cr
SPAN 101-102	Elementary Spanish	8 cr
ANTH/SHOS 201-202	Intermediate Shoshone	8 cr
FREN 201-202	Intermediate French	8 cr
GERM 201-202	Intermediate German	8 cr
JAPN 201-202	Intermediate Japanese	8 cr
LANG 201-202	Intermediate Foreign Language	8 cr
RUSS 201-202	Intermediate Russian	8 cr
SPAN 201-202	Intermediate Spanish	8 cr

Goal 11:

Criteria for courses: Courses in government and/or economics which fulfill this requirement (1) examine significant economic or political institutions; and (2) demonstrate the function and processes of those institutions through methods of these social sciences.

Courses which focus on narrow aspects of the economic or political systems or which are of a current, topical nature do not fulfill this requirement.

A score of  3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Political Science, Macroeconomics, or Microeconomics will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 3 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

ECON 100	Economic Issues	3 cr
ECON 201	Principles of Macroeconomics	3 cr
ECON 202	Principles of Microeconomics	3 cr
POLS 101	Introduction to American Government	3 cr

Goal 12:

A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Psychology will also satisfy this goal.

Credits required: 3 credits

Courses satisfying the goal (choose one):
 

ANTH 100	General Anthropology	3 cr
PSYC 101	Intro to General Psychology I	3 cr
SOC 101	Introduction to Sociology	3 cr
SOC 102	Social Problems	3 cr

General Education and Major Field Requirements

Other Means of Satisfying General Education Requirements

Departments have identified the following courses as other means of satisfying General Education Requirements:

Goal 3:  A score of 3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Calculus AB, Calculus BC, or Statistics will also satisfy this goal. For Elementary Education majors ONLY, Goal 3 may be satisfied by taking both MATH 157 and MATH 257.

Goal 4:  A score of 3 or above on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Biology will also satisfy this goal.

Goal 5: Choose one combination:

CHEM 101, 102 and 103	7 cr
CHEM 111-112	9 cr
CHEM 101 and 112	7 cr
CHEM 111, 102 and 103	9 cr
PHYS 111-112 with labs 113-114 or 213-214	8 cr
PHYS 211-212 with labs 213-214 or 113-114	10 cr

A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Chemistry will also satisfy this goal.

Goal 6:  A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in either Art or Music History and Literature will also satisfy this goal.

Goals 6 and 7 together are satisfied when both the following courses have been completed:

HONS 101-102     Survey of Humanities I and II

6 cr

Goal 7: Choose two (6 credits):

ENGL 211, 267, 268, 277, 278, 321.

A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in English Literature and Composition will also satisfy this goal.

Goal 10A: Choose two (6 credits):

HIST 221, 223, 323, 326, 352, 360, 375, 382, 443, 444, 446, 448

A score of 3 or better on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in European History, World History, or World Geography will also satisfy this goal.

Goal 10B:  A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in a foreigh language will also satisfy this goal.

Goal 11: Choose two (6 credits):

POLS 301, 403, 404.

A score of 3 or better on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in  Political Science, or a score of 4 or 5 on the exam in Macroeconomics or Microeconomics, will also satisfy this goal.

Goal 12:  A score of 4 or 5 on the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement exam in Psychology will also satisfy this goal.

Goal Course Learning Outcomes

This section details specific learning outcomes for each of the goal courses described in the preceding overview of the General Education Requirements. These learning outcomes were articulated by the academic departments in the College of Arts and Sciences as part of the ongoing review of the general education program at ISU. These review efforts underscore the College of Arts and Sciences commitment to a sound general education as the foundation for effective learning throughout students’ educational programs.

The learning outcomes listed below represent the specific expectations for student learning developed by each academic department for its goal course(s). Though there is considerable overlap between many of the stated outcomes, the various outcomes are specific to each course and to the academic discipline in which it is based. This specificity serves two primary purposes. One purpose is to make assessment of what is learned in the courses by the students more accurate and effective; however the most important purpose is to answer the question “What, exactly, will students get from this course; why should they take it?” These goal course learning outcomes, then, represent information vital to informing sound decisions as students plan their educational programs.

Goal 1 Learning Outcomes — ENGL 102
Stated Goal:  To express ideas in clear, logical, and grammatically correct written English.
(The skills learned in these courses are those that are readily adaptable to any situation in which one must communicate in writing.)

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:

1.    read academic texts critically, analyzing and interpreting prose written from a variety of disciplinary, ideological, and rhetorical perspectives.
2.    use appropriate research methods to gather, evaluate, analyze, and synthesize material from both primary and secondary sources, with special consideration of points of view and representations of academic discourse communities.
3.    demonstrate conscious control of practicing writing as a process aimed at developing abilities to write argumentative/persuasive prose for a variety of academic purposes and audiences. To this end, students will produce at least 5,000 words of edited prose demonstrating the ability to:

a. support theses developed from thorough consideration of multiple perspectives on significant issues.
b. use a variety of rhetorical strategies for a range of audiences and purposes, chiefly for persuasion and argument.
c. control conventions of written English for academic purposes, including summary, paraphrase, and appropriate documentation style(s).
d.  proofread and edit writing to conform to accepted standards for academic writing in English

Goal 2 Learning Outcomes — COMM 101
Stated Goal: To express ideas clearly, correctly, logically, and persuasively in spoken English. (The course satisfying this goal ensures that students develop skills appropriate to formal and informal, public and private oral discourse.)

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:

1.    study, prepare, and present spoken exercises in interpersonal communication, group communication, informative speaking, argumentation, and persuasion.
2.    utilize appropriate research methods such as library research, web research, and interviewing to gather information and evidence for their presentations.
3.    select from their research important ideas and arguments. Students then structure their ideas and arguments according to appropriate informational, argumentative, and persuasive formats.
4.    present three spoken exercises to the class using extemporaneous (not read or memorized) delivery.
5.    demonstrate basic rhetorical principles in preparing and presenting their spoken exercises including:  sound research, logical structure, appropriate and correct language, careful audience adaptation, logical argument, appropriate emotional appeal, and careful credibility development.

Goal 3 Learning Outcomes — MATH 123, 127, 130, 160, 170,  and 253
Stated Goal: To gain an understanding of mathematics as a language in which to express, define, and answer questions about the world.

Student Learning Outcomes
MATH 123, Mathematics in Modern Society students will investigate fields of current interest in which mathematical reasoning is connected with and applied toward modern problems involving social choice and decision-making. Topics will be selected from such areas as voting and apportionment, fair division of property, networking, scheduling, population growth and decline, and the interpretation of graphical and statistical information.

Students will:

1.    read descriptions of the topics to be investigated and evaluate the importance of each in current society and in the marketplace;
2.    integrate verbal and quantitative aspects of the problems under consideration;
3.    study historical accounts of proposed solutions and algorithms;
4.    solve numerous examples of each problem, so as to appreciate the strengths and weaknesses of the various available procedures;
5.    learn to communicate their solutions orally and in writing.

MATH 127, The Language of Mathematics students will study the precise language used throughout mathematics.

Students will:

1.    read mathematical passages;
2.    study the necessity of appropriate notation in mathematical exposition;
3.    practice precise exposition of quantitative, logical, and spatial concepts;
4.    recognize and avoid pitfalls of inaccurate speech and writing;
5.    transfer mathematical precision to their analysis of other forms of prose;
6.    learn the basics about such concepts of mathematics as set, function, relation, and identity; become more proficient with proofs.

MATH 130, Finite Mathematics students will study problems similar to those which calculus handles successfully for continuous models. Finite mathematics provides an alternative approach to such applications when the underlying model is either not necessarily continuous or when the methods and concepts of calculus are not needed or not feasible.

Students will:

1.    study the concept, the notation, and the manipulations of matrices;
2.    use matrices as a convenient data structure for systems of linear equations and inequalities, applying them also to such problems as network analysis and optimization;
3.    study the computation and the application of probability and its consequences as a valuable tool for decision-making under uncertainty;
4.    develop and apply models that link matrix theory and probability (for example, Markov chains);
5.    solve numerous problems from the topics above and explore possible extensions and connections to such areas as elementary statistics, game theory, or the mathematics of finance.

MATH 160, Brief Calculus students will study the central concepts of differential and integral calculus at the introductory level. Connections will be made between these concepts and their application toward problems in the life sciences, the social sciences, and business.

Students will:

1.    investigate the concepts of calculus via accurate interpretation, manipulation, and application of the symbols of calculus;
2.    investigate the concepts of calculus via the examination of numerical measurement and data;
3.    investigate the concepts of calculus from a graphical perspective;
4.    investigate the concepts of calculus using insights gained from applications and successful mathematical models;
5.    solve numerous problems that illustrate the mutually reinforcing nature of the above-mentioned symbolic, numerical, graphical, and applied approaches to studying calculus.

MATH 170, Calculus I students will begin in this course an in-depth study of the central concepts of differential and integral calculus. Connections will be made between these concepts and their application toward problems arising primarily in the natural sciences and in engineering.

Students will:

1.    be able to evaluate various limits and to appreciate the concept of limit as the portal from background mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) into calculus;
2.    master the definition of derivative (both as a rate of change and as a slope), study its properties, compute and manipulate derivatives without dependence on symbolic software, and apply derivatives to the solution of actual problems arising in science;
3.    master the construction of the definite integral of a continuous function so as to recognize applications of integration when they arise, and practice the evaluation of indefinite integrals;
4.    study indefinite integrals and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, and solve numerous problems that apply it to natural sciences and geometry.

Math 253, Introduction to Statistics students will be introduced to descriptive and inferential statistics in this course. In a modern world which often suffers from both too much and too little data, students will participate in intelligently applying the concepts of this course to a variety of disciplines.

Students will:

1.    interpret and produce descriptive statistics, both graphical and numerical;
2.   study some of the foundational concepts of statistical inference, including the role of the normal distribution and other distributions;
3.    solve numerous problems in inferential statistics from a wide collection of real-world and academic environments, with emphasis on testing hypotheses and estimating parameters;
4.    determine the assumptions that underlie and explain past and present use and abuse of statistical reasoning;
5.    practice using tables and/or calculators and/or software as time-and labor-saving devices, but only to the extent that these devices enhance understanding of the concepts and procedures of statistics.

Goal 4 Learning Outcomes-  BIOL 100/101
Stated Goal:  To understand how the biological sciences explain the natural world. 
(These courses examine the processes by which scientific knowledge is gained,  introduce the basic concepts and terminology of the biological sciences, and explore how scientific knowledge influences human society.)

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:

1.   design an experiment, based on a reasonable scientific hypothesis, to demonstrate how an environmental factor affects a living organism.
2.    choose two biological concepts from the following list and explain how they are related:  ecology, cell function, evolution, genetics.
3.    provide two examples that show why it is important in everyday life for an educated person to understand biology.
4.    pick a single concept in biology and explain its historical development.
5.    discuss the biological evidence for ONE of the following biological concepts: biological evolution, DNA as the genetic material, independent assortment of chromosomes, competitive exclusion.
6.    develop their written arguments using clear and concise prose.

Goal 5 Learning Outcomes — GEOL 100/100L, 101/101L, 110L, and 115/115L; CHEM 100, 101/102, and 111/112; PHYS 100 and 152/153
Stated Goal:  To understand how the physical sciences explain the natural world. These courses examine the processes by which scientific knowledge is gained, introduce the basic concepts and terminology of one or more of the physical sciences, and explore how scientific knowledge influences human society.

Student Learning Outcomes

CHEM 100, 101/102, 111/112
Students will:

1.    demonstrate knowledge of basic chemical processes and terminology.
2.    demonstrate awareness of how chemistry is a part of their everyday lives.
3.    understand the nature of scientific knowledge as compared to other forms of knowledge and be able to distinguish what is scientific knowledge from what is not.
4.    demonstrate their understanding of how the process of science works.
5.    demonstrate developing confidence in learning chemistry (and science in general).
6.    demonstrate the development of a positive attitude toward chemistry.

GEOL 100/100L, 101/101L, 110L, 115/115L
Students will:

1.    describe the scientific method and provide an example of its application.
2.    pick a single theory from the science represented by this course and explain its historical development.
3.  provide two examples of testable hypotheses.
4.    provide two specific examples that illustrate why it is important to the everyday life of an educated person to be able to understand science.
5.    describe two current examples of the relationship between physical science and public policy.
6.  describe an example of how the Earth’s internal heat drives physical processes we can observe at the Earth’s surface.
7.    describe an example of how solar energy drives physical processes we can observe at the Earth’s surface.
8.    describe the relationship between geologic processes and natural resources used by human society.
9.    outline our understanding of geologic time and discuss how this course opened their minds to the notion of a four-dimensional science. 

PHYS 100, 152/153
Students will:

1.    improve their conceptual understanding of physical laws.
2.    develop problem solving skills, and the ability to apply fundamental principles to quantitatively describe and predict physical behavior.
3.    critically evaluate scientific and technical information and communicate their understanding.
4.    (152/153) improve their conceptual knowledge of Earth, our solar system, our place in the universe, where we came from, and where we are going.
5.    (152/153) develop a useful set of problem solving skills that will enable them to make predictions based on scientific data.  Students will develop understanding of the scientific method and it’s usefulness in understanding how the universe works. 
6.    (152/153) demonstrate the ability to critically assess scientific and technical information and to communicate in a persuasive manner ideas based on such assessments.

Goal 6 Learning Outcomes —DANC 200; MUSC 100, 106, and 108; M C 210; ART 210; THEA 101
Stated Goal: To understand the creative processes, the aesthetic principles, and the historical traditions of one or more of the fine arts. (All of these courses emphasize understanding the creative processes and the aesthetic principles which artists employ, how art both reflects and shapes human and artistic values, and an introduction to the works of major artists.)

Student Learning Outcomes
DANC 200 students will:

1)  gain knowledge of various dance forms from around the world;
2)  gain an understanding of dance as an art form, a form of education, a repository of cultural knowledge, and a form of physical development with therapeutic attributes;
3)  view as well as embody dance experiences in the studio setting;
4)  comprehend dance in relation to historical events and cultures;
5)  gain a perspective on dance criticism with respect to aesthetics and representation.

MUSC 100 students will focus on the history of Western music from the Medieval period through the 21st century.

Students will:

1.    encounter music through lectures, listening examples, videos, and live concert attendance.
2.    learn the basic elements of music.
3.    use their learned music vocabulary to hear music from different musical eras.
4.    use their learned music vocabulary to describe music (in speech and writing) from different musical eras.

MUSC 106 students will gain an  appreciation and awareness of American folk, pop, and  art music in the United States.  The history of both sacred and secular music is traced from the  indigenous (American Indian) and European cultures

Students will: 

1.    encounter American music through reading, lectures, listening examples, videos, and live concert attendance.
2.    gain an appreciation of the range of musical genres and styles found in American music.
3.    Students will aurally identify the range of musical genres and styles found in American music.
4.    articulate (in speech and writing) their understanding of the range of musical genres and styles found in American music, as well as the musical elements which constitute those genres and styles.

MUSC 108 students will survey both the history of Western and non-Western music. The course is a chronological journey through the musical eras which emphasizes awareness of music from around the world.

Students will:

1.    be introduced to world music through reading, lectures, listening examples, videos, and live concert attendance.
2.    understand the elements of music shared throughout the world.
3.    be able to define the history of traditional and ethnic music.
4.    articulate (in speech and writing) their understanding of the range of musical elements which constitute music around the world.

M C 210, ART 210
Students will:

1.    study photographs which are significant to the evolution of this medium and gain appreciation for their aesthetic and communicative importance. The conceptual basis for the images is stressed.
2.    gain a knowledge of the visual history from the early industrial revolution which spawned photography to images of present day society and their importance in the shaping of western culture and the photographic aesthetic.
3.    learn the social, cultural, political and major aesthetic influences on photography which were instrumental in the creation of the major styles and uses of photographs.

The progress of the students in this course is measured using the following instruments:

A. Midterm exam. This exam is comprised of objective and essay questions which test both specific information and overall understanding of the invention and evolution of photography throughout the 19th century.

B. Research paper. The paper demonstrates the students' ability to write intelligently on a specific nontechnical topic in photography. They are required to discuss an artist's work and how it contirbuted to the overall body of photographic knowledge.

C. Final exam. This exam is comprised of objective and essay questions which test both specific information and overall understanding of the evolution of photography and the impact of new technologies on 20th century image making.

Please note that as information on the historical importance of 21st century photography becomes available, it will be included in this course.

THEA 101 students will understand theatre as a highly collaborative art. A theatrical performance represents a host of choices made by the playwright, the director, the designers, the actors, and the running crew. In coming to understand these choices, THEA 101 students will gain an appreciation for all aspects of the art of theatre, and learn to be perceptive and knowledgeable audience members.

Students will:

1.    tour our performance, shop and backstage areas as possible, and will study theatre architecture, including types of stages (proscenium, thrust, arena, black box) and considerations in theatre design.
2.    be exposed to the basic considerations of theatrical design, including stage design/construction, costume design/construction, lighting, makeup, and sound design.
3.    be exposed to elements of acting and directing. Where possible, they will meet directors and actors involved with Theatre ISU productions.
4.    attend several performances and respond to them both verbally and through written assignments.
5.    read and discuss a number of plays from a variety of time periods, generally including Greek/Roman, Elizabethan, early Realism, and contemporary.
6.    gain a general sense of the history of Western theatre.
7.    participate in group projects which will acquaint them with specific aspects of theatrical production.

Goal 7 Learning Outcomes — English 110, 115, 257, 258
Stated Goal:  To understand how major works of literature explore the human condition and examine human values. (All four of the Goal 7 courses emphasize both major writers and major genres, as well as how literary artists contribute to understanding the human condition.)

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:

1.    demonstrate an understanding of how literary artists contribute to understanding the larger human condition, including an understanding the nature of “literature,” i.e. those texts worth critical study in a college classroom.
2.    demonstrate an understanding of the intellectual demands necessary to reading literature critically. Students will demonstrate this understanding by:

a.    identifying the characteristics inherent in literature, such as emotional, intellectual, and aesthetic designs, as well as dramatic meditations on problems of the human condition.
b.    relating the characteristics of literature to larger cultural and human values.
c.    articulating how individual works of literature are representative, even critical, of the cultures and historical periods in which they are written and read.
d.    identifying traditional genres and subgenres of literature — poetry, prose fiction, drama, prose nonfiction — and the mental activities required to engage a literary text.
e.    articulating an understanding of the range of ways to define text/reader and writer/reader relationships.

3.    write at least 2500 words of edited prose focused on their demonstrating:

a.    the ability to analyze the constituent parts of a variety of literary texts and the ability to articulate the relationship between the construction of a text and the ability of a text  to make significant comment concerning the human condition.
b.    the ability to analyze the historical contexts in which literary texts occur and the ability to articulate the relationship between the human condition explored in literary texts and the historical and cultural contexts from which it was written.

 
Goal 8 Learning Outcomes — PHIL 101 & 103
Stated Goal:  To understand how major philosophies influence human thought and behavior.

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:

1.    become acquainted with important philosophical issues.
2.    demonstrate an understanding of the positions and arguments of the major philosophers on these issues.
3.    read philosophical texts critically.
4.    recognize the major arguments for and against philosophical positions.

Goal 9 Learning Outcomes — HIST 111/112, AMST 200
Stated Goal: To understand the history and culture of the United States. (These three courses stress the interaction of ideas, events, and environment which have been significant in molding the nation’s culture and history through time.)

Student Learning Outcomes
Students will:

1.    demonstrate an understanding of the concept of culture and the ability to apply the concept to various American cultures;
2.    demonstrate an understanding of the concept of cultural change over time.
3.    demonstrate an ability to construct and support effective arguments using historical and cultural perspectives.

Goal 10A Learning Outcomes — ANTH 237/238/239, HIST 101/102, 251/252, 254/255
Stated Goal: To understand cultures other than that of the United States (These courses emphasize an integrated understanding of intellectual, cultural, and historical developments in cultures other than that of the U.S.)

Student Learning Outcomes

ANTH 237/238/239 courses recognize that we live in a multicultural and dangerous world in which it is important that Americans understand, and can interact with, people from other cultures.  Americans should comprehend not only the cultural experiences of others, but be able to use this improved understanding to reflect on their own cultural experiences. The objective of these courses is to provide a semester-long in-depth introduction to the values, behaviors, history, and intellectual achievements of a cultural system other than their own.  Through this multicultural learning experience, students gain a better appreciation of cultural diversity within a global economy and politics.  Students who successfully complete this course will be able to better evaluate and understand their own values in a broader multicultural context and to better appreciate the different values of others.

Students will:

1.    read about, and visually study (via various audio-visual means), another culture (or cultures within a specific culture area) including, but not limited to, its history, intellectual achievements, religious beliefs, economic systems, social organizations, technologies and interactions with the natural and social environment in which they are embedded.
2.    critically assess their own culture and values through specific cross-cultural comparisons.
3.    describe how their own culture and values fit into the broader multicultural world.
4.    demonstrate the above understandings through graded exams, original papers and presentations, or projects. 

HIST 101/102, 251/252, 254/255
Students will:

1.    be able to describe and explain the principal features of the culture(s) of at least one major area outside of the United States, and how those features have changed over a substantial period of time.
2.    be able to analyze products of the culture(s) such as literature, philosophical or religious texts, built environments, works of art, or rituals.
3.    demonstrate skills in relating changes in cultural expression to diverse aspects of its context including:
a.    political conflict;
b.    economic and technological change;
c.    environmental factors;
d.    interaction with other cultures through trade, travel, migration, or conquest;
e.    changes in social organization.

Goal 10B Learning Outcomes —Beginning foreign language courses
Stated Goal: To develop communication skills in a foreign language and an understanding of its cultural context.

Students will:

1. gain a knowledge of all the important aspects of basic grammar in the chosen language.
2. develop speaking and comprehension abilities in the chosen language which are suitable for a variety of simple social encounters.
3. develop an appreciation of the cultural breadth of the parts of the world where the chosen language is spoken.
4. develop an elementary understanding of the scope of literary culture in the chosen language. 

Goal 11 Learning Outcomes – ECON 100, 201/202; POLS 101
Stated Goal:  To understand how political and/or economic organizations, structures, and institutions function and influence human thought and behavior.

Student Learning Outcomes
ECON 100, 201/202
Students will:

1. read economic texts and articles critically, analyzing and examining economic models, organizations, structures, and institutions.
2. develop an “economic thought process” (e.g., an approach that examines human actions and interactions which places a strong emphasis on choices by individuals who continually compare expected benefits and costs).
3. demonstrate knowledge of key economic concepts and an ability to apply basic economic theory.
4. explain and evaluate basic current economic concepts and controversies published in daily newspapers and weekly news magazines (e.g., The Wall Street Journal, Business Week).
5. demonstrate a basic understanding regarding the generation, construction, and meaning of economic data, and further exhibit an ability to analyze, interpret, and use this data. 

POLS (Political Science) 101
Students will:

1. demonstrate a well-rounded knowledge of American government and politics sufficient to fulfill civic education goals.
2. demonstrate an understanding of how political scientists analyze and interpret the foundations, institutions, processes, and actors that constitute American government and politics.
3. demonstrate critical thought about American government and politics.
4. develop effective oral and written communication skills.
5. engage in political problem solving and decision making exercises.
6. be exposed to a variety of analytic, methodological, and ideological perspectives in the study of American government and politics.

To these ends, POLS 101 students will:

1) read texts that focus on the foundations, institutions, processes, and actors that constitute American government and politics.
2) employ the appropriate interpretive, critical, and empirical frameworks and methods in order to analyze, interpret, and synthesize material relevant to the study of American government and politics and in support of civic education. These approaches and methods will be left to the professional judgment and pedagogical philosophy of the individual instructor.
3) be tested with regard to recall (remembering terms, facts), comprehension (understanding meanings), application (using information in different situations), analysis (to ascertain the key elements of a theory, structure, institution, process, or event), synthesis (to generalize or create new ideas from existing sources), and evaluation (to discriminate and assess the value of evidence). (The types of testing employed will be left to the discretion of the individual instructor. Testing can range from traditional exams to critical research papers to groups projects to simulations to case studies.)

Goal 12 Learning Outcomes — Anthropology 100, Sociology 101/102, Psychology 101
Stated Goal: To understand how people function within society. (These courses emphasize broad topics concerning individual and/or group behavior, and demonstrate the central analytical approaches used in the social sciences.)

Student Learning Outcomes

ANTH 100 recognizes that culture consists of the traditions, customs and accumulated knowledge learned by individuals as they mature within societies. The functioning of individuals within socio-cultural systems is normally an unexamined process because the maintenance of cultures often depends on individuals not understanding how the system works and how much of individual behavior and values are determined by the nature of the economies and polities in which they are raised. As the teaching of anthropology depends greatly upon understanding our own society through comparing it to others, students who successfully complete this course will have a better appreciation of how individuals become acculturated into their own society, subculture and/or nation; and how the various aspects of societies are integrated into viable and sustainable systems.

Students will:

1. read about, and visually study (through various audio-visual means), individuals and groups functioning within diverse societies, both past and present.  This should include how economics, technology, art, religion, politics and philosophy are all integrated with each other in functioning societies.
2. critically assess their own role in their society through cross-cultural comparisons with individuals functioning in other societies.
3. describe how their own culture and values fit into the broader multicultural world.
4. compare a variety of cultures to one another with respect to the components of societies (religion, art, technology, economics, etc.) and how they contribute to making the system sustainable.
5. demonstrate the above understandings through graded exams, original papers and presentations, or projects

SOC 101/102
Students will:

1.    (101) demonstrate an awareness of the general sociological theory and research methods.
2.    (101) read academic texts to critically analyze the social groups and institutions.
3.    (101) students will demonstrate an understanding of sociological theory and method with regard to the analyzing social groups and institutions.
4.    (102) demonstrate an awareness of the general sociological theory and research methods.
5.    (102) read academic texts to critically analyze the social groups and institutions as these relate to social problems and issues.
6.    (102) demonstrate an understanding of sociological theory and method with regard to the analyzing social problems in the context of social groups and institutions.

PSYC 101
Students will:

1.    demonstrate an increased awareness of the determinants of behavior including:

a.    How individual, social and cultural differences influence behavior
b.    How learning and cognition influence behavior
c.    How developmental factors influence behavior across the life span
d.    How and what physiological mechanisms affect behavior.

2.    be exposed to research methods as the apply across the breadth of topics studied by psychologists.
3.    be involved in the research process by participating in or by reading original research projects.
4.    be exposed to different theoretical orientations adhered to by psychologists practicing both basic and applied science.

Placement Protocols

Placement in English Courses

Advanced Placement Options

Qualified students may satisfy the ENGL 101 requirement by two means:

Placement in Mathematics Courses

The following diagram shows the chain of prerequisites for basic mathematics courses. Courses that fulfill Goal 3 are in boxes.

Students should plan their mathematics coursework according to their intended majors. Some majors, for instance, require MATH 253, and others require MATH 160. Students who will take calculus must be especially careful to determine whether MATH 160, Brief Calculus, or MATH 170, Calculus I, is appropriate. Taking one after the other counts as a repeat and provides no further credit toward graduation.

Students place into courses higher than MATH 015 by achieving any one of the following scores on their ACT, SAT, or Compass placement examinations:
 

MATH Course*	Completion of MATH Course	ACT	SAT	Compass
015	No prerequisite	---	---	---
025	015	12	250	46 on Prealgebra (MAPL 1)
108	025	18	430	40 on Algebra (MAPL 2)
123, 127	025	19	460	45 on Algebra (MAPL 2)
130, 143, 147, 253	108	23	540	61 on Algebra (MAPL 2)
144, 157, 160, 230	143	27	620	51 on College Algebra (MAPL 3)
170	144 or 147	29	650	51 on Trigonometry (MAPL 4)

* Goal 3 courses are underlined

General Education Requirements for Certain Degrees

Bachelor Degrees

Bachelor of Applied Technology—B.A.T.

Specific requirements are given under Individualized Education Programs.

Bachelor of Arts—B.A.

Bachelor of Arts in General Studies—B.A.G.S.

Bachelor of Business Administration—B.B.A.

Bachelor of Fine Arts—B.F.A.

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, with a major in theatre, must refer to the Department of Communication and Theatre for degree requirements.

Bachelor of Music—B.M.

Bachelor of Music Education—B.M.E.

Bachelor of Science—B.S.

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Family and Consumer Sciences or Vocational Family and Consumer Sciences Education must complete Goals 16, Goal 7 or 8, Goal 9 or 10, and Goals 1112. Note that certain goals are met by specific major requirements: Goal 3 by MATH 143 and 253; Goal 4 by BIOL 100 or 205; Goal 5 by CHEM 100; Goal 6 by ART 100; Goal 11 by ECON 201; Goal 12 by PSYC 101 AND SOC 101.

Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Bachelor of University Studies—B.U.S.

Associate Degrees and Certificates

College of Arts and Sciences

Associate of Arts - Available with a Major in Art, Communication and Rhetorical Studies, Criminal Justice, English, Foreign Language, or History.

Associate of Science - Available with a Major in Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, or Political Science

Associate of Science

Associate of Science - Available with a Major in Radiographic Science or Sign Language Studies

Associate of Applied Science

Advanced Technical Certificate

Technical Certificate

Second Degrees

A student may be granted a second associate degree by meeting the following minimum requirements: (a) a minimum of 16 hours of department-approved work beyond the accumulated number of credits earned at the time of completion of the first degree; (b) satisfaction of upper and lower division courses required by the department beyond the general education requirements fulfilled by the first degree; (c) a student with an academic associate degree (A.A., A.S., or A.A.&S.) earned in 1995 or later from a U.S. regionally accredited institution will be considered to have met Idaho State University's General Education Requirements when seeking a second associate degree.

Second Bachelor Degree

A student may be granted a second bachelor degree by meeting the following minimum requirements: (a) a minimum of 32 hours of department-approved work beyond the accumulated number of credits earned at the time of completion of the first degree; (b) satisfaction of upper division requirements in the major field as recommended by the department in which the second degree is to be granted; (c) satisfaction of lower division courses required by the department beyond the general education requirements fulfilled by the first degree; (d) a student who wishes to earn two degrees concurrently must meet the requirements set forth for a second degree and General Education Requirements for each degree (a minimum of 160 credits); (e) a student with a bachelor's degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution will be considered to have met Idaho State University's General Education Requirements when seeking a second bachelor degree.
 
 

Majors and Minors

Major Concentration

Minor Concentration

Indication of Intent to Major

Application for Status as a Major in a Field of Study

The student will initiate the application for status as a major by filing an application form with the appropriate department or college. A student who is pursuing a double major or a double degree must apply to both of the appropriate departments or colleges.

A student may change his/her status as a major by applying to and being accepted into the appropriate department or college for the new major.

Double Major

When one of the double major fields is in business, the student must earn a bachelor's of business administration degree and have a department within the College of Business as a home department. Students in professional programs, other than business, should consult about licensing/certification requirements before undertaking any double major.
 

Graduation Requirements

Residency Requirements

Resident credit is allowed for work completed at ISU Outreach Education Centers, including credit received for approved courses taken at accredited Idaho higher education institutions in the Outreach Education Center vicinity.

Of the last 20 credits applied to an Associate’s degree, 16 must be taken in residence at Idaho State University, as defined above.

Of the last 40 credits applied to meet graduation requirements for a Bachelor’s degree, 32 must be taken in residence at Idaho State University, as defined above.

At least 16 upper division credits required for the major must be taken while in residence on an ISU campus, as defined above.

Certain pre-professional curricula allow completion of the fourth year in a professional school. In these cases the last 32 credits of work taken before transfer to the professional school must be in residence on an ISU campus, as defined above.

Credit Requirements 

At least 128 credits are required for graduation with a bachelor's degree. At least 36 of the credits counted toward graduation must be in upper division courses carrying 300 or 400 numbers. Sixteen of these credits must be earned in courses in the department of the student's major concentration.

Of the credits transferred from a junior college, no more than half the number required for graduation in a given four-year curriculum or the first four years of a longer program may be applied to meet the requirements of the curriculum. (70 credits will be allowed for Idaho Junior College transfer students.) Transferred courses with grades of D may be used to meet course requirements for graduation unless the department in which the student is majoring requires that the courses be retaken. The department may refuse the application toward graduation of any transfer course in which the student has received a D grade.

Graduation requirements may be met by no more than the number of credits in certain groups as listed below.

It is further stipulated that not more than a total of 12 credits from the last five of the above may be counted.

A maximum of 50 credits may be earned in the major area of study. In general, the number of credits in excess of 50 earned in the major field must be reflected by that same number of credits required for graduation.

Catalog Requirements

Grade Requirements

In addition, a grade point average of at least 2.0 is required for all courses taken at ISU and those required by the department in which the major or minor is sought.

Individual departments may require a higher grade point average.

Revocation of Degrees

Honors Designation at Graduation

Application for Graduation

College of Technology students need to contact the Student Services Office in the RFC Building to obtain applications for graduation and to pay a $20.00 graduation/diploma fee.

Graduation Application Deadlines

Applications for students planning to graduate in December or May will not be accepted after the first two weeks of the semester. For Students planning to graduate during summer session, applications will not be accepted after the last day of spring semester.
All transfer work, including correspondence, must be received in the Office of Registration and Records no later than four weeks after graduation.
All incomplete (I) or in-progress (IP) grades received in ISU courses must be cleared and the change of grade forms received in the Office of Registration and Records no later than two weeks after graduation.

Students who apply on time will be notified by the registrar's office of any university course or credit deficiencies, and all students must consult their advisors about departmental requirements. The graduation application must be approved by the student's major department chairperson and the college dean before the diploma will be granted.

Names of the candidates will appear on the graduation lists and diplomas as they

appear on the student's transcript.

Non-Degree Seeking Status

Grade Reports and Transcripts

Current students and those who have attended within the past five years may also access their unofficial transcripts via the MyISU web portal at http://my.isu.edu.  Kiosk computer terminals are available in the foyer of the Office of Registration and Records in Pocatello and at the Boise Center, Idaho Falls Center, and Twin Falls Center.

Students who wish to order official ISU transcripts will find the latest ordering information on the web at http://www.isu.edu/areg/trans.shtml or call (208) 282-2661 for more information. Official transcript requests will be processed within 3 to 5 working days of receipt, unless there is a financial obligation on record for the student requesting the transcript.

Course Policies

Course Numbering

Courses numbered 300-499 are upper division courses for juniors and seniors, respectively. Courses above 300 are open without restrictions, except specific prerequisites, to students who have completed 58 credits. Other students may take such courses on approval of the instructor, advisor, and dean.

Courses prefixed by a "g" may be taken by students in the graduate school for graduate credit. In such cases additional work will be required. Graduate students should register for such courses under a 500 number, e.g. ART g441, Painting and Composition, would be indicated as ART 541. Courses numbered 600 and above are open only to graduate students.

All-University Courses

Course Scheduling

The following letters which appear after the course descriptions indicate the anticipated course scheduling:
 
 

F	=	Fall Semester, every year
S	=	Spring Semester, every year
Se	=	Sequential; a series of courses is presented until all have been taught
Su	=	Summer Session, every year
AF	=	Fall Semester, every other year
AS	=	Spring Semester, every other year
ASu	=	Summer Session, every other year
D	=	On Demand - Students should contact the department to ask when this course will be offered
R1	=	Course is rotated every year, either Fall or Spring
R2	=	Course is rotated every two years, either Fall or Spring
R3	=	Course is rotated every three years, either Fall or Spring
W	=	Web (Internet) interactive course, scheduled in conjunction with ISU semester(s); contact department for details.

A course number including a lower-case "g" (for example, BIOL g432) indicates that the course may also be offered for graduate credit. The appearance of the g-numbered course in a list of required or elective courses does NOT indicate that the student is to take the course at graduate level.
 

Credits and Grading Policies

Credit or Credit Hour

One semester credit hour in academic courses requires (1) fifty minutes in class each week for one semester (which assumes approximately twice this amount of time in study and preparation outside the classroom), or (2) approximately two and one-half hours in laboratory each week for a semester, or (3) equivalent combinations of (1) and (2). For purposes of equivalency calculations a semester is assumed to be sixteen weeks. Short term courses of one week (five days) or more require time in class, laboratory, and preparation equivalent to the above for a total of 40 clock hours per credit.

Number of Credits

The number of credits awarded for a graduate thesis and other courses varies from department to department, and students may spread the registration for those credits over several semesters.

Attendance

No student may be absent from the campus in connection with extracurricular

activities more than sixteen college instructional days per semester. No one extracurricular activity may take students away from the campus more than twelve college instructional days.

Auditing Courses

Courses posted in the Class Schedule with an "A" in the column to the right of the Index Number allow students to choose the Audit option when registering, up to the 10th day of the session.

To enroll in courses not so listed, and/or to change from credit to audit option after the 10th day of classes (changing from audit to credit is NOT allowed at any time), the student must obtain permission by petition (use a Schedule Change Card and have the College Dean sign it in addition to the instructor and department). Students must pay the part-time credit hour fee to audit a course. This fee is waived in the case of full fee paying students. Attendance as an auditor does not entitle one to credit or admission to examinations. Auditor privileges for activity or laboratory courses always require a petition (again, use the Schedule Change Card and have the College Dean sign it in addition to the instructor and department). Schedule Change Cards are available at the Registration and Records Office window.

If, in the judgment of the instructor, an auditor has not attended sufficiently, the instructor will so indicate on the final grade sheet and the Audit (AU) will not be recorded on the student's transcript; a Withdraw (W) will be recorded in its place.

Repeating Courses

Grading System

Idaho State University uses letter grades with the four (4) point maximum grading scale. The grade A is the highest possible grade, and a grade of F is considered failing. Plus (+) or minus (-) symbols are used to indicate grades that fall above or below the letter grades. The grades of A+, F+, and F- are not used. For purposes of calculating grade points and averages, the plus (+) increases the grade's point value by .3 and minus (-) decreases the grade's point value by .3 (e.g., a grade B+ is equivalent to 3.3 and A- is 3.7). A student's work is rated in accordance with the following definitions:
 

A	4.00 excellent performance
A-	3.70 excellent performance
B+	3.30 good performance
B	3.00 good performance
B-	2.70 good performance
C+	2.30 adequate performance
C	2.00 adequate performance
C-	1.70 adequate performance
D+	1.30 marginal performance
D	1.00 marginal performance
D-	0.70 marginal performance
F	0.00 unacceptable performance

Courses in which any A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+ or C grade is earned are always acceptable toward an undergraduate program and graduation requirements unless specifically excluded for a particular course, program or degree. Courses in which a C-, D+, D or D- grade is earned are acceptable towards graduation requirements. No credits are awarded for any course in which an F grade is earned. A grade of C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, or F is considered failing for students pursuing graduate level programs or degrees.

The use of plus (+) and minus (-) grade enhancements began Fall semester 1999. This grading system affects the following students:

Other Grade Symbols

Incomplete Grades

An incomplete grade, I, may be awarded only as a final grade and only at the discretion of the instructor. To be eligible for an incomplete grade, a student must have satisfactorily completed a substantial portion of the course.

The instructor must complete a Course Completion contract that stipulates the assignment(s) required to finish the course and the allowable time period. No student will be allowed more than one year to complete the required assignment(s). Both the student and the instructor must sign the contract, a copy of which is to be given to the student. The instructor retains a copy and a third copy is kept on file by the department head. Upon the student's timely satisfaction of the Course Completion Contract, the instructor will fill out a Change of Grade Form and send it to the Registrar.

Students should NOT re-register for a course in which an incomplete grade has been assigned. If the Registrar does not receive a Change of Grade Form within a one-year time period following the recording of the Incomplete, the Registrar's Office will automatically convert the Incomplete to an F. Only in extreme circumstances will a student be allowed an extension of the time stipulated by the instructor. A normal petition process may be used for those circumstances that would extend the allowable time period beyond one calendar year following the recording of the Incomplete grade.

Not Attending

NA is recorded, on a midterm grade report only, when a student has not been attending the class section for which s/he is registered. Students receiving this mark are notified of the options to re-register in the correct section or withdraw.

No Record

NR is recorded when a grade has not been submitted by the instructor, but there is no evidence of the student's having withdrawn from the course.

Pass/No-Pass Grades

P/NP grades are given in courses taken under the pass/no-pass option. This option is offered as an inducement for students to take courses outside their major curriculum. The following restrictions apply: the option applies only to undergraduate courses; the option must be declared at the original registration of classes, not later; credits earned under the option will not satisfy specific graduation requirements except that they may be counted towards total credits required; students taking a course under this option must comply with the established prerequisite or obtain the permission of the instructor; students may not register for more than one P/NP course per semester.

Instructors will report ordinary letter grades on the grade list. The Office of Registration and Records will affix to the student's transcript a P for letter grades A, B, C, or D, or an NP for a letter grade of F. The P or NP may be changed on the transcript to the original letter grade only by petition.

No credits are awarded for any course in which an NP grade is earned.

Departments must designate in the class schedule those courses offered for the P/NP option.

Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory

S/U grades are awarded in such courses as religion, student teaching and special projects to which the regular performance grades are not applicable. The use of S/U grades must be specifically approved by the University Curriculum Committee. All students in such courses are graded either S or U. There is no method for incorporating these grades into a student's grade point average. No credits are awarded in any course for which a U grade is earned.

Withdrawal Grades

When a student drops a course within the first 10 days of the semester (this is called the registration period), no transcript entry will reflect his/her ever having been in the course.

A W grade is recorded when a student withdraws from a course, either during or after the withdrawal period. See the Withdrawal Procedures section below for details about how to withdraw.

A reduced grade or a W is recorded when a student is withdrawn from a course as a result of disruptive classroom behavior.

If a student simply ceases to attend without formally withdrawing from the university, an F grade will be recorded for each affected class.
 
 

Midterm Grades

Grade Point Average

A grade point average (GPA) is computed each semester by dividing the sum of the products of grade points and credits for each course by the sum of the credits for the courses. For purposes of calculating grade points and averages, the plus (+) is equal to .3 and minus (-) equals .7 (e.g., a grade B+ is equivalent to 3.3 and A- is 3.7).

An accumulated grade point average (Accum. GPA) is computed by the same process, but the student's entire record, including transfer credits, is covered by the computation.
To maintain "academic satisfactory progress" and avoid probation and/or academic dismissal, a student must maintain a minimum ISU GPA of 1.75 up to 25 credits and an ISU GPA of 2.0 after earning 26 or more credits.

Credits and Grades for Transfer Courses

Transfer students may be required to repeat transfer courses in which a grade equivalent to a D or F was received.

Awarding of Credit from Non-Accredited Institutions

The student must petition the appropriate academic department at Idaho State University. In addition to formal evaluation of the request, the department may require competency verification.

In the petition, the student must explain how s/he wishes to deviate from university policy. Some scenarios include:

Academic Renewal Policy

There are two types of Dismissal from Idaho State University: Dismissal from an Undergraduate Program for Academic and/or Nonacademic Reasons, which occurs at the level of the Department or instructional program, and Scholastic Dismissal, which occurs at the University level. Each type of Dismissal has its own rules and appeal process.

Dismissal from an Undergraduate Program for Academic and/or Nonacademic Reasons

Students receiving letters of dismissal from a program will automatically be dropped from all courses exclusive to that program regardless of whether they choose to appeal and will receive a full refund of fees. A “W” grade will then be entered on the transcript for all program exclusive courses not completed. Students receiving this kind of dismissal letters after the 10th day of classes may petition the dean of the college for permission to complete the program exclusive courses in which they are enrolled. Students who appeal the dismissal will be blocked from registration for further program exclusive courses during the appeals process itself. For appeal procedures, see the subsection of the Student Handbook entitled "Procedures for the Appeal of Dismissal" under the “Appeal of Dismissal from an Undergraduate Program” section or the Student Handbook online at http://www.isu.edu/references/st.handbook/calendar.html#DISMISS.

A student may be dismissed from an undergraduate program by a department/college according to the Dismissal Policy described in the "Appeal of Dismissal from an Undergraduate Program" section located in the Student Handbook and online at http://www.isu.edu/references/st.handbook/calendar.html#DISMISS.

Scholastic Dismissal

A student who has been academically dismissed under scholastic probation rules may take courses for credit at Idaho State University only during a Summer Session. If the grades earned during the Summer Session are sufficient to bring the ISU GPA above a 2.00 the student will be allowed to attend Fall Semester. If a student on academic dismissal attends during summer and does not earn a 2.00 GPA, that student will be placed on "continued dismissal" and must fulfill the previously assigned layout period during the Fall and/or Spring semester(s). A student may also petition to audit courses with approval of the instructor and academic dean, or petition the Readmission Review Board for fall or spring enrollment.

If academically dismissed, a student must lay out one semester for a first dismissal and two semesters for a second dismissal. A third dismissal requires a layout of two semesters, and the student must send a petition to the Readmission Review Board, who will determine the eligibility for readmission.

The Readmission Review Board is located in the Supplemental Academic Advising Center (SAAC), Room 316, Administration Building.

Students will be notified at mid-semester as to whether they are doing D or F work in any class. The students' advisors will also receive this information so they may work with the students to try to prevent probationary status. (Refer to Academic Dismissal and Reinstatement under Petitions, below.)

For Graduation, Progression, and Probation Requirements for Students in the College of Technology, see the College of Technology section of this catalog.

Petition Policies

Following dismissal, under the scholastic probation ruling, a student on first dismissal will be automatically reinstated after a one semester layout, but must meet with an advisor in order to register for classes. A student on second dismissal will be automatically reinstated after a two-semester layout and must meet with an advisor to register. A student who has been dismissed three or more times must lay out two semesters, petition the Readmission Review Board for reinstatement, and meet with an advisor to register. Readmission to the university does not mean readmission to the program or major in which a student was enrolled prior to dismissal. See the appropriate department or college advisor for information on readmission to that program. Readmitted students will be on academic probation and must attain at least a 2.00 GPA for the semester to avoid another dismissal.

Students who wish to petition the layout period or who have been dismissed three or more times will need to submit a petition to the Readmission Review Board located in the Supplemental Academic Advising Center in the Administration Building. Students who petition to return to the same major in which they were enrolled at the time of dismissal will need to have an advisor or department chairperson add his or her recommendation to the petition prior to submitting it to the Readmission Review Board. The petition deadlines are August 1st for fall semester and December 1st for spring semester. Decisions reached by the Readmission Review Board are final. The summer session does not qualify for a semester layout. Students who are dismissed must lay out either fall and/or spring semester(s). Summer session is not considered to be a semester layout. Students on dismissal may attend summer session at their own discretion but will NOT be eligible for Financial Aid.

If a student on dismissal attends during summer and does not earn a 2.00 GPA, that student will be placed on "continued dismissal" and must fulfill the previously assigned layout period during the Fall and/or Spring semester(s).

Dismissed students who have not laid out the required time period, but who attend Summer session and wish to attend Fall or Spring semester, will need to petition the Readmission Review Board for admission unless grades from Summer are sufficient to remove the student from probationary status.

A student on probation who attends Summer session, but does not earn a 2.00 GPA and does not achieve the appropriate cumulative GPA, will be on continued probation.

Scholastic Probation
At the end of any fall or spring semester, undergraduate students may be placed on probation if the accumulative ISU grade point average does not meet minimum requirements. To maintain "academic satisfactory progress" and avoid probation and/or academic dismissal, a student who has completed up to 25 credits (including transfer credits) must maintain a minimum ISU GPA of 1.75 and a student with 26 or more credits must maintain an ISU GPA of 2.0.

Students on scholastic probation who attain a GPA of 2.0 or higher during the next or subsequent semester after being placed on probation, but whose accumulative GPA is still below the minimum required for their class level, will be on "continued probation."

Students on scholastic probation who attain an accumulative GPA higher than the minimum required on the scholastic probation scale are automatically removed from probation.

A student on probation will be dismissed at the end of any probationary semester or summer session in which the student obtains a GPA of less than 2.0 unless the grades earned in that semester or summer session are sufficient to take the student off probation or if the student is a freshman and has not accumulated 12 or more ISU credits. Students will be notified at mid-semester as to whether they are doing D or F work in any class. The students' advisors will also receive this information so they may work with the students to try to prevent probationary status. (Refer to Academic Dismissal and Reinstatement under Petitions, below.)

Withdrawal Procedures*

After the Registration Period, students may withdraw either from a class or from the University. There are different deadlines for these withdrawals; check the Academic Calendar in the Class Schedule. There are also different procedures to follow before and after the withdrawal deadlines.  The time in which withdrawals are allowed is called the Withdrawal Period. A grade of W is recorded on the student's transcript for each course from which he or she withdraws.

Before Withdrawal Deadline (see Class Schedule for dates):

To initiate a withdrawal from a class prior to the deadline, a student may use the web or obtain a schedule change card from the Office of Registration and Records, or see an advisor in the Supplemental Academic Advising Center (SAAC).

To withdraw from the university (withdraw from all classes) prior to the deadline, the student may use the web or obtain a Withdrawal Permit from the Office of Registration and Records. Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor before withdrawing completely.

After Withdrawal Deadline (see Class Schedule for dates):

After the deadline, all withdrawals are initially handled by the Dean of the College in which the student is enrolled. (College of Technology students should contact the Student Services Office.)  The dean will follow the same procedure used in the petitioning process for considering extraordinary curricular or admissions problems.

Students may withdraw from individual classes for hardship reasons only--this includes medical reasons.

Students wishing to withdraw completely (from all classes) after the established deadline but before the end of the semester must contact the Dean of their College to determine available options.

Students wishing to withdraw completely after the end of the semester must use the Undergraduate or Graduate Student Petition form available from the Registrar’s Office or the Dean of the College in which the student is enrolled (or Student Services for College of Technology students).  The procedure is the same as the petitioning process for considering extraordinary curricular or admissions problems.

*At the time of publication, the withdrawal policy was under review and subject to change.
 

Medical Withdrawal Policy*

Voluntary Medical Withdrawal (Student Initiated Medical Withdrawal)
A medical withdrawal request must involve the student being ill or disabled from an illness, not the effects of another person’s illness.  It is initiated in the same manner as other withdrawals, as noted above.  Only complete withdrawals from the university are eligible to be considered for a medical withdrawal designation on the student’s transcript. 

To initiate a medical withdrawal before the complete withdrawal deadline (typically the Friday before Closed Week-consult Catalog), a student first needs to completely withdraw from all their classes through the Office of Registration and Records (via a paper form or on the web).  When that is done the student may then apply for a medical withdrawal through the Student Health Center by completing a medical withdrawal form.  This form may be obtained from the Student Health Center, the Office of Registration and Records, the Counseling and Testing Center, Supplemental Academic Advising Services, the Student Service Office in the College of Technology, and the outreach offices of Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and Boise.  Completed forms should be submitted to the Student Health Center within two weeks (10 working days) of the date of complete withdrawal.  The application must include a written summary of the student’s medical condition and, where applicable, documentation from the attending physician describing the problem.  The Medical Withdrawal Committee then reviews the completed applications and determines medical withdrawal eligibility.  If a medical withdrawal is granted, the designation “Authorized Medical Withdrawal (date)” will be noted on the student’s transcript.  For refund information, see ISU’s Refund Policy and Refunds for Exceptional Circumstances Policy. 

If the complete withdrawal deadline has passed (typically the Friday before Closed Week-consult Catalog), a student can still seek a medical withdrawal designation.  First, the student fills out a petition for hardship withdrawal through the dean’s office of the college in which the student is enrolled (Arts and Sciences for undecided students).  If the dean (or designee) grants the student a hardship withdrawal, the student may then pursue a medical withdrawal designation as outlined in the above paragraph.  The dean (or designee) may choose instead to sign a referral allowing the Student Health Center to examine the evidence (always medically related) and determine whether a withdrawal is warranted.  Only if a hardship withdrawal is granted, or a referral is signed by the dean’s office, will the Medical Withdrawal Committee consider a request for medical withdrawal designation.

The Medical Withdrawal Committee
The Medical Withdrawal Committee shall be composed of the Director of the Student Health Center (or designee), the Director of the Counseling and Testing Center (or designee), the University Controller (or designee), the Associate Dean of Student Affairs (or designee), and the Director of the ADA and Disabilities Resource Center (or designee).

Appeal of Denial of Medical Withdrawal
If the medical withdrawal is denied, the student may appeal the decision by written request to the Dean of Student Affairs.  The appeal must be received within one month of the date of denial.  The Dean’s (or designee’s) decision is final.

Readmission

Students who have withdrawn for medical reasons may be required to petition the University Medical Withdrawal Committee for readmission.  The decision to require a petition for readmission is based on need for further documentation that the medical condition has been adequately treated and that any necessary accommodations have been prepared to enhance future academic success of the student.  The decision is made at the time that the medical withdrawal is granted.  This decision will be included in the letter of notification to the student that the medical withdrawal has been granted.

Students may forward their written petition for readmission to the Medical Withdrawal Committee via the Student Health Center staff.  The granting readmission decision is based upon consideration of  (1) reports of treatment, (2) letters of recommendation and in some instances, (3) a personal interview with the medical director.

Appeal of Readmission
In the event of denial of readmission, the student may appeal to the Dean of Student Affairs.  A written appeal (a letter from the student explaining the circumstances) must be received in the Dean of Student Affair’s Office within two weeks (10 working days) of receipt of notification of denial of readmission.  The Dean’s (or designee’s) decision is final.

Mandatory Medical/Psychiatric Withdrawal

The Directors of the University Counseling and Testing Service and the Student Health Center are authorized to order a mandatory medical or psychiatric withdrawal in those situations where there is reason to believe that a student is a substantial threat to him/herself or interferes with the welfare of other members of the University or the education process of the institution.  These directors may require immediate withdrawal if there appears to be a substantial imminent threat.  Either director may request that the student be professionally evaluated by a physician, psychologist, or psychiatrist.  The student shall be notified in writing of initiation of the withdrawal process.

If a psychological/psychiatric evaluation is requested and the student does not comply within a reasonable time or refuses to comply, mandatory withdrawal may be ordered by either director.  The responsible director shall submit a written report to the Medical Withdrawal Committee and Dean of Student Affairs summarizing the need for mandatory withdrawal and the reasons for the action.  The student and the director will have the opportunity to present information to the Medical Withdrawal Committee.  The Medical Withdrawal Committee shall convene at the earliest reasonable time for final determination of disposition.  If the physician ordering the withdrawal is also on the Medical Withdrawal Committee, another physician from the Student Health Center or the Center Director will be appointed to sit on the committee for that case.

In the event that mandatory withdrawal is ordered, the student may appeal to the Dean of Student Affairs.  A request for an appeal must be filed in writing to the Dean of Student Affairs within two weeks of receipt of notification of mandatory withdrawal.

*At the time of publication, the withdrawal policy was under review and subject to change.
 

Other Policies

Academic Study Day Policy

The University annual calendar includes two academic study days each semester. The academic study days are scheduled during the two calendar days directly following Closed Week and directly preceding Final Examination Week. Saturday classes are exempt from the Academic Study Day Policy. When the last two calendar days directly following Closed Week fall on Saturday, Sunday, or both, those days will be designated as academic study days. No undergraduate classes are held during academic study days. For academic study days falling on Monday through Friday, faculty will schedule office hours.

Closed/Finals Week Policy

Any final examination must be conducted during the officially scheduled time slot except in laboratory courses or sections where the final examination may be conducted during the last regularly scheduled class session. Any exception to this policy may be allowed only on an individual student basis, to be arranged between the professor and the student.

Other required tests or quizzes on which the professor bases any part of the course grade are prohibited during the 7 calendar days immediately preceding the first day of final examinations week except in performance sections, night classes, 8-week courses, Saturday courses, and summer sessions.

Graduate-level courses and activities are exempt from this closed week and final exam policy.

Final Examinations

Regular final examinations are held during an examination period at the end of the semester in accordance with a schedule published by the registrar. They shall not be rescheduled outside of the period, nor to a different time within it except by permission of the Deans’ Council. No examination shall be longer than the scheduled time. Special examinations may be arranged for individual students within the examination period.

A student who is absent from a regular final examination without valid excuse receives an F on the exam. If the excuse is valid and the work of the semester is satisfactory, the student receives an incomplete, which may be removed by taking a special final examination.

Saturday Classes–Vacation Policy

Saturday Classes will recognize the following holidays during the fall and spring semesters: Fall–Labor Day and Thanksgiving weekends; Spring–the Saturday at the end of Spring Break. Saturday classes will be held on the Saturdays prior to all other Monday holidays, and on the Saturday at the beginning of Spring Break.
 

Alternative Credit Opportunities

When the credit awarded is dependent upon evaluation by ISU faculty, such as Experiential Learning Assessment and Challenge, credit should be counted as resident credit;  that which is standardized or not evaluated by ISU faculty should be counted as non-resident credit.

An explanation of each program is given below. Additional information on these programs can be obtained by contacting the:

Office of Registration and Records,

Museum Building Room 319

Box 8196

Pocatello, Idaho, 83209

(208) 282-2661

College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Program

The CEEB Advanced Placement Examinations are administered each May, at a cost of $72 per test, at most high schools. For more information about the tests, students should contact their Advanced Placement instructor or high school counselor. The tests and students' ratings are sent to the university at the individual student's request.

ISU accepts Advanced Placement examinations in art, biology, chemistry, computer science, economics, English, foreign language, history, mathematics, music, physics and political science. The Departments of Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, English, Foreign Languages, Mathematics, Physics, and Political Science allow college credits with Advanced Placement scores of 3 or higher. The Art, Economics, History and Music Departments require scores of 4 or higher in order for credit to be granted. Departments may allow advanced placement credits in their major program for AP students and may judge that an Advanced Placement examination satisfies specific General Education Requirements offered through the Department.

An "S" grade is entered on the student's record for credit earned in this way. Credit for AP examinations transferred from another institution is subject to evaluation based on the rules and regulations of Idaho State University. Advanced Placement Examinations will not be released on an official ISU transcript to other agencies or institutions until the student is "officially registered" with the institution.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT SCORES REQUIRED FOR CREDIT

Acceptable Credit Awarded

Dept/Subject Area	Score	Course [and goal] Equivalents
Art	4 or 5	9 credits (ART 105-106; or 103-104; or 100 [goal 6] equiv.)
Biology	3 or above	8 credits (BIOL 101-101L [goal 4] and BIOL 102-102L equiv.)
Chemistry	3	5 credits (CHEM 111 or 101 equiv.)
	4 or 5	10 credits (CHEM 111, 112 [goal 5], and 114 equiv.)
Business/ Computer Science	3 or above  (Part A)	3 credits (CIS 220 equiv.)
Economics
Macro	4 or 5	3 credits (ECON 201 [goal 11] equiv.)
Micro	4 or 5	3 credits (ECON 202 [goal 11] equiv.)
English
Lang. & Comp.	3 or 4	3 credits (ENGL 101 equiv.)
	5	6 credits (ENGL 101 and 102 [goal 1] equiv.)
Lit. & Comp.	3	3 credits (ENGL 101 equiv.)
	4	6 credits (ENGL 101 and 110 [goal 7] equiv.)
	5	9 credits (ENGL 101, 102 [goal 1] and 110 [goal 7] equiv.)
Foreign Language	3	4 credits (one Semester)
	4	8 credits (two semesters, equiv. to 1 year of Elementary language [goal 10B])
	5	16 credits (four semesters, equiv. to 2 years at the Elementary and Intermediate language level [goal 10B] )
History
European	3 or above	3 credits (HIST 102 [goal 10A] equiv.)
United States	3	3 credits (HIST 111 or 112 [either meets goal 9] equiv.)
United States	4 or 5	6 credits (HIST 111and 112 [either meets goal 9] equiv.)
World	3 or above	3 credits (HIST 102 [goal 10A] equiv.)
World Geography	3 or above	3 credits [goal 10A] equiv.
Mathematics
Calculus AB	3 or above	4 credits (MATH 170 [goal 3] equiv.)
Calculus BC	3 or above	8 credits (MATH 170 [goal 3] and 175 equiv.)
Statistics	3 or above	3 credits (MATH 253 [goal 3] equiv.)
Music
Hist. & Lit.	4 or 5	3 credits (MUSC 100 [goal 6] equiv.)
Theory	4 or 5	8 credits (MUSC 102, 103, 104 equiv.)
Physics		Contact Department
Political Science	3 or above	3 credits (POLS 101 [goal 11] equiv.)
Psychology	4 or 5	3 credits (PSYC 101 [goal 12] equiv.)

College Level Examination Program

Subject-area CLEP examinations may satisfy specific goals in the General Education Requirements at the discretion of the departments whose courses satisfy those goals. Similarly, at the discretion of the department, credits earned on the CLEP subject-area examinations may be allowed towards that department's major program. Students may earn a maximum of 48 semester credit hours by CLEP subject-area examination with department approval, and scores of 50 or higher are accepted for credit award.

An "S" grade is entered on a student's record for credit hours earned through CLEP examinations. Credit for CLEP examinations transferred from another institution is subject to evaluation based on the rules and regulations of Idaho State University. CLEP examinations will not be released on an official ISU transcript to other agencies or institutions until the student is "officially registered" with the institution. CLEP credits cannot be granted for college courses previously taken.

Subject-area CLEP examinations are given at the Counseling and Testing Center, Graveley Hall, South 3rd Floor Room 351, Box 8027, Pocatello, Idaho 83209, (208) 282-2130. Information including costs may be obtained from the website http://www.isu.edu/ctc/ or by contacting the Center at 208-282-2130.

SUBJECT-AREA CLEP SCORES REQUIRED FOR CREDIT

Acceptable Credit Awarded
 

Dept/Subject Area	Score	Course Equiv.
BUSINESS
Intro Marketing	50	3 elective credits
Intro Business Law	50	3 elective credits
Intro Management	50	3 elective credits
Computer Applications	50	3 elective credits
Intro Accounting	50	6 credits, ACCT 201 & 202
Achievement of an acceptable score on the subject-area CLEP examination in Accounting can be used to meet core requirements in the College of Business upon faculty review of test results.
EDUCATION
Human Growth & Dev.	50	2 credits, FCS 200
FCS 200 is a core course in the Teacher Education Program.
FOREIGN LANGUAGES
College French
Level 1 (2 semesters)	50	8 credits, FREN 101 & 102
Level 2 (4 semesters)	62	8 credits, FREN 201 & 202
College German
Level 1 (2 semesters)	50	8 credits, GERM 101 & 102
Level 2 (4 semesters)	63	8 credits, GERM 201 & 202
College Spanish
Level 1 (2 semesters)	50	8 credits, SPAN 101 & 102
Level 2 (4 semesters)	66	8 credits, SPAN 201 & 202
Students who have studied French, German, or Spanish (secondary schools)  or lived in a foreign country for a short period of time and learned the language can receive credit by examination (C.L.E.P.) to be applied to their transcripts with an “S” grade (16 credits maximum).  Students who gain the CLEP credits will fulfill Goal 10B by taking one sequence course in the language in which they have gained the credits (e.g. 8 CLEP credits plus SPAN 201, or 16 credits plus SPAN 301). For further information, see the Foreign Language Department.
HISTORY/SOCIAL SCIENCES
American History I: Early
Colonization to 1877	50	3 credits, HIST 111
American History II: 1865 to the Present	50	3 credits, HIST 112
History 111 or History 112 satisfies Goal 9 of the General Education Requirements.
Intro Macroeconomics	50	3 credits, ECON 201
Intro Microeconomics	50	3 credits, ECON 202
Economics 201 or Economics 202 satisfies Goal 11 of the General Education Requirements.
General Psychology	50	3 credits, PSYC 101
Intro Sociology	50	3 credits, SOC 101
Psychology 101 or Sociology 101 satisfies Goal 12 of the General Education Requirements.
SCIENCE/MATHEMATICS
College Algebra	62	3 credits, MATH 143
Trigonometry	62	2 credit, MATH 144
Precalculus	62	5 credits, MATH 147
General Chemistry	50	5 credits,CHEM 111 or CHEM 101 or 4 credits, CHEM 100
Chemistry 100 satisfies Goal 5 of the General Education Requirements.

Credit by Challenge Examination

Credit for Military Service

In the case of former military personnel, the high school GED test will be accepted for admission, but college level GED tests receive no credit. Students must provide documentation of their military schools, training, and service by providing copies of their DD214 papers, and/or copies of official certificates showing completion of courses, or an officially signed DD295 Form (the "Application for Evaluation of Learning Experiences During Military Service") to:

Veterans Coordinator
Office of Registration and Records
Museum Building Room 319
Box 8196
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 282-2676

Military education experience may be granted for college credit by having an official transcript mailed to the institution for evaluation. Army personnel who entered active duty on or after October 1, 1981, may request an Army Ace Registry Transcript System (AARTS) transcript at http://www-leav.army.mil/AARTS or by phone at (866) 297-4427. Individuals who served in the Navy or Marine Corps may requested a Sailor and Marine Corps American Council on Education Registry Transcript (SMART) at www.navycollege.navy.mil or by phone at (877) 253-7122. Individuals who served in the Air Force may request a transcript from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) through e-mail at registrar.ccaf@maxwell.af.mil or by phone at (334) 953-2794.

Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES) Examination Credit
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) general and specific subject-area examinations administered through DANTES are treated in the same manner as those taken through the traditional CLEP. Only elective credits may be granted to those completing the general examinations, while subject-area CLEP examinations may satisfy specific goals in the General Education Requirements. Refer to the section describing College Level Examination Program credit in this catalog for details.

Correspondence Courses

National Student Exchange

National Student Exchange Coordinator
Administration Building  Room 316
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 282-3277

Study Abroad Programs

The ISU Director of International Programs and Services provides information and assistance to students who wish to augment their education with study outside the United States. Study abroad is a viable option for students for a number of reasons. A study abroad program is an excellent way to develop foreign language skills. An international educational experience also helps students gain a competitive edge in the global marketplace. And since many programs are taught in English, or located in English speaking countries, students without foreign language skills may still study abroad in a wide range of disciplines.

ISU participates in a number of quality study abroad programs, providing students access to programs in more than 50 countries. Course work in these programs is recognized as resident credit at ISU and allows students to use financial aid to support their study abroad. ISU also has cooperative agreements with The University of Plymouth in England, Al Akhawayn University in Morocco, The University of Valencia and The Politecnica University of Valencia in Spain, Paderborn University in Germany, Kansai Gaidai University and KCP International in Japan, Umea University in Sweden, Egerton University and Kenyatta University in Kenya, InHolland Unversity in The Netherlands, and Universidad ORT in Uruguay.

The Director of International Programs and Services assists students in identifying appropriate programs, works with academic advisors and departments in preparation for transfer of study abroad credit, and advises students on financial aid and other related matters. For more information on study abroad and related opportunities, call or visit the Director of International Programs and Services in the Office of Student Affairs—Hypostyle 284 (phone: (208) 282-2794; email: lewimich@isu.edu).

Students may register for Study Abroad credits after program is approved by an advisor and The Director of International Programs and Services.  The course description is as follows:

STUA 200, 300, 400 Study Abroad 12-18 credits each. Pre-arranged, planned courses of study at selected academic institutions outside of the United States. Student is responsible for resident credit arrangements with department(s) and the Office of International Programs prior to departure.  Prefix and course name will be replaced on ISU transcript when study abroad transcript arrives. F, S, Su

Bachelor of Applied Technology

The purpose of the Bachelor of Applied Technology degree is to provide applied technology graduates the opportunity to expand their general education competencies and to enhance the technical coursework of their AAS with related academic coursework.

The BAT degree includes the following credit requirements:
 

Requirements	Electronic Systems Technology  3-year AAS Minimum Academic Credits	All Other ISU SAT AAS Programs Minimum Academic Credits
Academic credits awarded for technical coursework in an Associate of Applied Science Degree*	76 (58 lower division credits awarded; 18 upper division credits awarded for coursework completed for AAS degree)	4 sem AAS = up to 44 4.5 sem AAS = up to 50 5-6 sem AAS = up to 44 (all lower division credits)
General Education Requirements, 16 credits of which will be completed in the AAS	approximately 31	approximately 34
Academic Coursework**	29  (18 of these 29 academic credits must be upper division credits; these credits are all earned beyond coursework completed for the AAS degree)	4 sem ± 50 4.5 sem ± 44  5-6 sem ± 44 (36 of the 44 academic credits must be upper division credits)
TOTAL MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED	136	128

*Out-of-state AAS degrees must be evaluated for meeting Idaho State Board of Education standards. If the AAS degree is over 5 years old, the student must be evaluated for currency in technical field.
**A minimum of 12 of these credits must support the AAS technical coursework. All BAT students must earn a minimum of a 2.0 GPA in academic coursework for graduation. No more than 32 credits of the academic coursework may be taken from the College of Business, unless the student wishes to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration degree. Upper division academic coursework must relate to the student's approved goal statement. It is recommended that 24 academic credits be completed after degree plan approval.

After completing a minimum of 15 credit hours of BAT general education requirements and one semester of the technical program, the BAT student develops an individualized degree plan in consultation with both academic and technical advisors assigned to the student by the BAT Committee Chair in the College of Technology Student Services Office. Based on the student’s concise and clearly written goal statement, the individualized degree plan will list the specific approved courses that meet the above described degree requirements. The degree plan and the goal statement must be approved by the BAT Committee. Students who received their AAS degree under the terms of catalogs prior to 2000-2001 may petition to graduate under the BAT policy outlined in the 1999-2000 catalog.

College of Technology Student Services
RFC Building (#48)
(208) 282-3939
www.isu.edu/departments/IEP/BAT.html

Bachelor of Science in Health Science

Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Health Science Degree must complete the same goals as those pursuing other Bachelor of Science Degrees: Goals 1, 2, and 3; Goals 4 and 5, or 12 credits in the physical or biological sciences; two of Goals 6, 7, and 8; and three of Goals 9, 10A, or 10B, 11, and 12.  Other specific goal requirements may be listed under individual health occupations program curricula.

A student applying for this degree program must be a graduate of or be enrolled in a health occupations program that awards an associate degree. Out-of-state associate degrees must be evaluated for meeting the Idaho State Board of Education standards. If the associate degree is over five years old, the degree must be  evaluated for currency in the technical field. Students with an Associate of Applied Science Degree may transfer up to a maximum of 50 credits from this degree (all lower division credits).

College of Technology Student Services
RFC Building (#48)
(208) 282-2622

Bachelor of University Studies

Director, Bachelor of University Studies
Business Administration Bldg, Rm 248
PO Box 8087
Pocatello ID 83209
(208)282-3204
www.isu.edu/departments/IEP/BUS.html

Experiential Learning Assessment

Experiential Learning Assessment
Office of Registration and Records
Museum Building, Room 319
PO Box 8196
Pocatello ID 83209-8196
(208) 282-2599

Special Cooperative Programs
In addition to regular programs, Idaho State University students may be eligible to participate in any one of a number of special cooperative programs, both in-state and out-of-state. For specific information on requirements for pre-health professions programs, see the section on pre-health professional programs under the College of Arts and Sciences.

Dental Education

Dr. Steven W. Friedrichsen, Chair
Idaho Dental Education Program
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8088
Pocatello, ID 83209
(208) 282-3289
portmarl@isu.edu

ELS Language Center

ISU’s new partner in English-language instruction, ELS Language Centers, is located in the Continuing Education Center building. Founded in 1961, ELS Language Centers is the oldest and largest U.S.-based Intensive English as a Second Language (ESL) program. Since its inception, ELS has assisted well over a quarter million
people in learning U.S.-style English. Affiliated with Berlitz International since 1997, ELS currently has more than 40 centers in the U.S. and another 35 schools in other countries.

As an intensive, preparatory ESL program, ELS will supplement ISU’s existing English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program, housed in the Center for Teaching and Learning. The ESOL program will continue to provide tutorial and other support services for international students already enrolled at ISU. ELS, by contrast, will serve as an initial point of entry for other international students who seek full-time English-language instruction, and who intend to complete this training to enroll at ISU or another institution of higher education..

Visit ELS at ISU on the web at http://www.els.edu/Centers/Pocatello

Medical Education

The above medical education programs require a Certification of Residency (that is, documentation that the person is a legal resident of Idaho). This certification is obtained at the following addresses for each of these programs:

WWAMI (University of Washington):

Director of Admissions
University of Idaho
Moscow, ID 83843

University of Utah Contract:

Melody L. Treat
Office of Admissions, Idaho State University
PO Box 8270
Pocatello, ID 83209

WWAMI (Washington/Wyoming/Alaska/Montana/Idaho) Regional Medical Education Program

Coordinator, WWAMI Medical Program
University of Idaho
Moscow ID 83843

or

Dr. Ronald W. McCune, Chair
Health Professions Advisory Committee
Campus Box 8007
Idaho State University
Pocatello ID 83209

University of Utah School of Medicine

Dr. Ronald W. McCune, Chair
Health Professions Advisory Committee
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8007
Pocatello ID 83209
 

Oak Ridge Associated Universities

Through the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education, the DOE facility operated by ORAU, undergraduates, graduates, postgraduates and faculty may access a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Students may participate in programs covering a wide variety of disciplines including business, earth sciences, epidemiology, engineering, physics, geological sciences, pharmacology, ocean sciences, biomedical sciences, nuclear chemistry, and mathematics. Appointment and program length range from one month to four years. Many of these programs are especially designed to increase the numbers of underrepresented minority students pursuing degrees in science- and engineering-related disciplines. A comprehensive listing of these programs and other opportunities, their disciplines, and details on locations and benefits can be found at www.orau.gov/orise/educ.htm, or by calling either of the contact persons below.

ORAU's Office of Partnership Development seeks opportunities for partnerships and alliances among ORAU's members, private industry, and major federal facilities. Activities include faculty development programs, such as the Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Awards, the Visiting Industrial Scientist Program, consortium research funding initiatives, faculty research, and support programs as well as services to chief research officers.

For more information about ORAU and its programs, visit the ORAU website at www.orau.gov or contact:

Dr. Thomas F. Gesell
Professor of Health Physics
(208) 282-2350

or

Monnie E. Champion
ORAU Corporate Secretary
(865-576-3306)

Veterinary Medicine

WOI (Washington, Oregon, Idaho) Regional Program in Veterinary Medicine

College of Veterinary Medicine
Office of Student Services
Washington State University
Pullman, WA 99164

or

Dr. Ronald W. McCune, Chair
Health Professions Advisory Committee
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8007
Pocatello, ID 83209

Western Interstate Commission for Higher Education (WICHE) Programs

Professional Student Exchange Program

To be certified as eligible for this program, the student must write to the WICHE Certifying Officer in his/her state of legal residence for the program application form.

For further information, contact the Certifying Officer for Idaho, WICHE Student Exchange Program:

Office of the State Board of Education
Room 307, Len B. Jordan Building
650 West State Street, Room 307
Boise, ID 83720
Phone (208) 334-2270
Fax (208) 334-2632

Western Regional Graduate Program

Office of Graduate Studies
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8075
Pocatello, ID 83209
Phone (208) 282-2150

Western Undergraduate Exchange

Time accrued while receiving WUE reduced fees will NOT contribute towards the length of time required for establishing Idaho residency status.

WUE recipients will receive notification from:

Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208) 282-3315

www.isu.edu/departments/scholar

Sawtooth Science Institute

In addition to organizing workshops, held throughout the summer in the most scenic areas of the state, the Institute is a partner in developing several other projects for schools and communities, including the Idaho Natural Heritage project, Nature Mapping, integration of regional natural history studies, wilderness education, and a slide presentation entitled "Conserving the Heart of Idaho."

For further information, contact:

Chris Gertschen, M.S.
Director, Sawtooth Science Institute
(208) 788-9686 (phone/fax)
http://imnh.isu.edu/ssi

ISU Outreach

Academic Support and University Summer Programs  

Academic Support

ISU offers off-campus students the opportunity to take general education courses, online virtual university courses, and interactive telecommunications system broadcast classes throughout its service territory. Students may also complete some associate, baccalaureate and graduate degrees in resident centers located in Boise, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and the Sun Valley/Wood River area. ISU sponsors courses for academic credits in several other Idaho locations as well.

The Office of Academic Support coordinates the instructional support necessary to deliver these courses for the College of Arts and Sciences and the Kasiska College of Health Professions, and facilitates the payment of instructional costs for summer sessions. Academic Support is the central clearing house for information concerning Idaho State University's off-campus academic courses. More information is available online at: www.isu.edu.acadsup.

Distance Learning

Multiple technologies allow ISU to host an active distance education program and honor our commitment to provide high quality educational programs statewide. Using 29 video classrooms, ISU offers some 350 credit hours a week of live interactive college classes through compressed video technology.

ISU also offers web-based distance education in many academic areas, both online and as a supplement to compressed video and traditional classroom settings.

Idaho State University coordinates reception of teleconferences via satellite on a daily basis and takes advantage of Pocatello’s commercial cable system to program an educational access channel, in cooperation with the local school district.

Detailed information on ISU’s distance education classes and programming is available online at http://www.isu.edu/departments/media/disted.
 

Boise Center

In keeping with Idaho State University's mission to educate health professionals and address the need for graduates in the health disciplines, the ISU Boise Center offers several programs in the health related professions.

ISU Boise Center currently offers 5 undergraduate programs which include an Associate of Science in Paramedic, Bachelor of Science degrees in Speech-Language Pathology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Educational Interpreting, and an 18 month Fast Track Nursing program. ISU Boise also offers 9 graduate degree programs, primarily in the health professions. The College of Pharmacy oversees fourth-year professional pharmacy students during clinical rotations in the Boise area.
Other programs housed at ISU Boise Center include a dietetic internship and Idaho Institute of Rural Health.

The campus covers approximately 24,000 square feet and houses classrooms, 4 distance learning rooms, a computer lab, a laboratory, and clinics for speech-language pathology, nursing, and counseling.

Student applications and enrollment materials are available at the ISU Boise Center.

Idaho Falls Center

Idaho State University's center in Idaho Falls offers students the opportunity to complete over 29 degrees in Idaho Falls. These include associate, baccalaureate and graduate degrees. Students may complete all of the general education courses required without leaving Idaho Falls. Additionally, electives, noncredit professional and personal development classes of short duration are offered.

The ISU Center in Idaho Falls is located at 1784 Science Center Drive by Freeman Park. The facility is shared with the University of Idaho and includes 26 classrooms, computing labs, an auditorium, the Idaho National Engineering Technical Library, administrative offices and the Sam Bennion Student Union Building. ISU serves a diverse group of students, including returning students, community college transfers, graduate students and those interested in personal and professional growth. Many are enrolled part time so they may continue to earn a livelihood. ISU currently enrolls over 2,400 students each semester in Idaho Falls. The Partnership Agreement between Idaho State University and University of Idaho has made it possible for students to take classes from either university with one admission, registration and fee payment process.

Twin Falls Center

Idaho State University has offered courses in the Twin Falls area since the 1960s. As part of the university mission to serve southern Idaho students, a center was established in Twin Falls in 1981. The center was moved in 1992 to the Evergreen Building on the College of Southern Idaho campus, which also houses two state-of-the-art distance learning classrooms and a student computer laboratory networked with the ISU campus. Three professionals and support staff advise students with curriculum questions and act as general advocates for commuting students.

ISU's offerings in the Magic Valley include programs leading to one doctoral, four master's, and five baccalaureate degrees from the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Education, and Health Professions. ISU provides the upper-division and graduate work on a rotating schedule, while the general education requirements and most other lower-division courses are available through CSI. University professors and highly qualified local adjunct instructors ensure that course quality is equal to that found on the Pocatello campus.

An interactive telecommunications system has broadcast classes live from Pocatello to CSI since 1990. Courses in anthropology, biology, communication and rhetorical studies, corporate training, education, English, geosciences, health education, history, library science, mass communication, nursing, pharmacy, political science, psychology, social work, sociology, women's studies, and vocational education have all been presented in this way. Regularly scheduled courses are enhanced by courses ISU delivers to area school districts for teacher development. Workshops and seminars in specific professional development areas are also available.

Access to Internet, email, and a large variety of software augment the ISU student experience in a 20-station computer lab networked with the main campus. Twin Falls area ISU students who have home computers with modems may access the network with a local phone call. Free computer workshops are routinely scheduled in the lab.

Other services include registration, fee payment, and assistance with university forms and information. In addition, a student commuter bus operates between Twin Falls and Pocatello.

Division of Continuing Education

1001 N 7th Avenue, Pocatello
ISU Box 8062, Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 282-3155
(800) 753-4781

Continuing Education coordinates programs throughout Idaho State University, as well as area businesses. Programs include courses and workshops for faculty and staff, professionals, businesses and educators, with emphasis on administering a wide variety of educational experiences for the community and surrounding region.

The general mission of Continuing Education is to provide high quality leadership and support services for continuing professional education and lifelong learning activities for all ages held throughout the university’s service territory, with special emphasis on teacher education, health related professions and arts and sciences. Program sites in Idaho include Pocatello, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, Ketchum/Sun Valley, and Boise. Specific programs are also held nationally. Offerings include credit and non-credit programs, evening and weekend programs, short courses, teleconferences, seminars, institutes, youth enrichment programs, customized training and conferences. Continuing Education administers the National Continuing Education Unit (CEU) (see below) in conjunction with the International Association for Continuing Education and Training. More than 15,000 people participate annually in 400 activities.

Programs served by Conference Services  include the annual Idaho Conference on Health Care, Elderhostel, Intermountain Conference on the Environment, Intermountain Special Studies Institute, Shoshoni Language Institute, Science, Nature, Astronomy, Research and Forensics (SNARF), and coordination of web conferences such as those produced by the National University Telecommunications Network (NUTN).

For a list of course offerings, to make suggestions for course offerings or potential instructors, or other desired information, write or telephone the address given above.

CEU Program

The Continuing Education Unit is an internationally accepted method for quantifying the value of noncredit continuing education activities (defined as quality instruction that does not carry academic credit). Each contact hour in an approved workshop, inservice, conference session, short course or training program is recorded as 1/10 CEU. These do not accumulate for college credit. Noncredit continuing education programs which offer CEUs are most frequently sponsored by associations, agencies, educational institutions, business and industry for the benefit of members, registered participants, employees, etc. It communicates to participants the value that the sponsoring group places upon professional development, information updating, retraining and lifelong learning. There is a $20.00 recording fee per participant to create a permanent transcript that is then available through the ISU Registrar’s Office upon written request.

New Knowledge Adventures and Friends for Learning

Under the direction of the Institute for Learning in Retirement, an arm of the national Elderhostel program, ISU has developed this new program for Idahoans 50 years and older, featuring member directed, peer led programs throughout the year, and short courses in a wide variety of areas. Members join for one year and all  programs are open to them in Pocatello and Idaho Falls.

Conference and Workshop Services

Continuing Education can provide conference coordinating services assistance in delivering a variety of programs to a broad range of audiences. Programs can be held on campus, at facilities in Pocatello, or at a distant site. Comprehensive services are available to off-campus as well as on-campus individuals and groups, and include program planning, bid preparation, brochure preparation, marketing, direct mail and customized mailing list development, financial administration, registration services, arrangements and logistics, and evaluation. Fees are based upon size of the group, length of the program, and the amount and type of services required.

Elderhostel

Elderhostel is an educational travel program for older adults who want to continue expanding their horizons and developing new interests and enthusiasms. Elderhostel offers to students 55 and older a dynamic, noncredit, and low cost week of college-level study with 22 hours of academic coursework and field trips. Idaho State University offers Elderhostel currently on the Pocatello campus and in the Ketchum/Sun Valley area. Resident students are housed in a motel in Pocatello and in a local lodge in Ketchum. All facilities have private baths. Commuters have reduced rates and are always welcome. Courses range from the Oregon Trail and Railroad History to Environmental Issues to Pharmacology. Intergenerational Elderhostel (grandparents and grandchildren) started in 1997, as did the Institute for Learning in Retirement, a membership program specifically geared toward local participants.

Student Services

ADA and Disabilities Resource Center

ADA and Disabilities Resource Center
Graveley Hall Lobby
Campus Box 8121
Pocatello, ID 83209
(208) 282-3599

The ADA and Disabilities Resource Center is located in the lobby of Graveley Hall. Students with documented disabilities who merit accommodations provided by the University must self-identify to the Center in order to have accommodations provided. Information about accommodations is available in the Center and may be picked up in person or requested by telephone or TTY by calling (208) 282-3599.

In order for us to arrange accommodations for those who need assistance, we request notification as early as possible so that we can make timely arrangements.

Americans with Disabilities Compliance and Services Statement
The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) is the civil rights guarantee for persons with disabilities in the United States. It provides protection from discrimination for individuals on the basis of disability. The ADA extends civil rights protection to people with disabilities in matters which include transportation, public accommodations, accessibility, services provided by state and local government, telecommunication relay services, and employment in the private sector.

Idaho State University, in the spirit and letter of the law, will make every effort to comply with" reasonable accommodations", according to section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans With Disabilities Act. ISU will not discriminate in the recruitment, admission, or treatment of students or employees with disabilities.

Students and employees who need auxiliary aids or other accommodations should contact the address provided at the top of this section.

Affirmative Action

Associated Students of Idaho State University

The Associated Students of Idaho State University (ASISU) is the representative body for students and functions through the leadership of the student body president, vice president, Student Senate, and numerous committees. These officers are responsible for all activities sponsored by the Associated Students. Applications for committee membership are available in the ASISU Administrative Offices (Hypostyle). ASISU also contracts with an attorney who offers free legal counseling to all students. Detailed information on student government can be found in the Student Handbook.

Athletics

Athletic Eligibility
To participate in intercollegiate athletics, students must comply with the eligibility rules of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the Big Sky athletic conference. Prospective students who have questions concerning eligibility should direct such questions to the Faculty Athletics Representative or to the ISU Associate Athletic Director.

Career Center

www.isu.edu/career

 Stretching from your entry into the University on through graduation, the Career Center’s Continuum of services will meet your career needs.

 The Career Center offers Career and Life Planning Courses, online career information, career counseling, and career testing to learn more about majors and occupations that fit with your personality and interests.  We can assist you with internship opportunities, résumés and cover letters, interviewing, on-campus recruiting, and other job search strategies.  We also offer job listings which include full-time opportunities to part-time and temporary positions.  Throughout the year 6 different career-related fairs are offered to help students find a broad range of positions and career information.

 The Career Center primarily serves ISU students and alumni,  but also extends services to community members.  Call us to see how we can help you meet your career needs.

CW HOG

The Cooperative Wilderness Handicapped Outdoor Group, CW HOG, shares its office with the Outdoor Program in the lower level of the Student Union. The mission of Cooperative Wilderness Handicapped Outdoor Group, located on the campus of Idaho State University, is to provide challenging outdoor adventures for individuals with disabilities, focusing on enhancing attitudes, increasing positive self-image, and supporting people of all ages and abilities. CW HOG also runs the brand new Universal Challenge Course, which is an amazing tool for teambuilding and fun. Academic credit may be granted for participation in activities which include weight training, seated aerobics, swimming, snow skiing, water skiing and whitewater rafting.

Craft Shop

The Craft Shop is a workshop facility that was established for students. Work Centers include a wood shop, clay studio, dark room, sewing area, mat cutting tables, bicycle maintenance area, and a fibers area. Staff members are available to help you get acquainted with the shop. We also offer non-credit classes in a variety of Arts and Crafts. Faculty, staff and members of the community are also welcome to use the Craft Shop.

Early Learning Center (ASISU)

The Early Learning Center, subsidized by ASISU and the University, has child care centers in Pocatello and Idaho Falls. The Pocatello Center cares for children six weeks through eleven years of age, while the Idaho Falls Center accepts children ages two through six. We care for the children of ISU students, staff, faculty and Alumni. In Idaho Falls, the privilege is extended to the same members of the University of Idaho community. Each center offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum, led by professional staff assisted by student employees. While at ELC, a USDA approved breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are served to the children.

The Pocatello program is housed in the Early Learning Center, located near the Pond Student Union Building. In Idaho Falls, the center is in the Sam Bennion Student Union Building. University parents are encouraged to visit the both centers.

Entertainment

International Programs and Services

The office of International Programs and Services provides assistance to the international students and scholars on campus as well as providing assistance to those interested in an international educational experience abroad. International student services include student orientation to the ISU campus and Pocatello community, ongoing cross-cultural activities, and additional programs to help international students make the most of their time at ISU.

Education abroad services include assisting students in choosing a program, facilitating the credit transfer, and conducting a predeparture orientation for those about to embark on an international experience. Services continue for those who have returned from an experience abroad.
Finally, this office coordinates communication among relevant offices on campus and works with faculty, administrators and the student organizations to provide ongoing support and guidance for international students and those who have completed an international educational experience.

Intramural Sports Program

The ISU intramural sports program is designed to improve and maintain health and physical fitness through participation in satisfying sports activities; to make social contacts and build friendships which can enrich college and later life; to develop a knowledge of strategy and techniques and to improve skills in a variety of sports activities; to develop traits such as courage, perseverance, cooperation, confidence, and desire to succeed; and to develop desirable patterns of sportsmanship, fair play, integrity, and respect for self and others. A full program of intramural activities is offered to both female and male students. The Intramural Office is located in Room 243 of Reed Gymnasium.

Janet C. Anderson Gender Resource Center

Project Hope Advocacy Program, Project W.I.S.E. and Men Encouraging Non-Violence (M.E.N.)

The Janet C. Anderson Gender Resource Center at Idaho State University serves as the focal point on campus for the consideration of gender issues. The mission of the Center is to increase awareness and promote open dialogue about gender through its resources and services, educational programming, and support of gender-related research.

In addition to its resource library, brown bag lunches, discussion groups, lectures and other events, the Anderson Center is the home to three grant-funded projects. The Project Hope Advocate Program and 24-hour crisis and information line provides supportive assistance to students, faculty, staff and their friends and family who suffer the effects of domestic/dating and sexual violence, stalking and other crimes.

A new project at the Center, aimed primarily at heterosexual women between the ages of 18 and 25, a population determined to be at an increased risk for HIV, Project W.I.S.E. (Women’s Issues and Sexual Empowerment) seeks to empower women to make better relationship choices.

Men Encouraging Nonviolence (M.E.N) also located at the Anderson Center. The group's aims are to discuss aspects of men's lives that contribute to, perpetuate and reward men's violence and to design ways to counter these forces. Issues that concern the group include defining masculinity, maintaining healthy relationships and addressing the culture of male violence, including violence against women. Group members are involved in any or all of these activities:  giving educational presentations, planning events and hosting group discussions.

Leadership Education and Development (LEAD) Program

For more information about the LEAD program, contact:

Jim Fullerton, LEAD Director
(208) 282-3154
fulljim@isu.edu

Outdoor Program

Here is your ticket to adventure, fun and smiles! Students, faculty and staff are invited to participate in any or all of the Outdoor Program's activities. The Outdoor Program offers common adventure outings and classes such as canoeing, climbing, cross-country skiing, kayaking, rafting, backpacking, map and compass, ice climbing, mountaineering, and camping. The Outdoor Program also teaches special topic classes in the Outdoor Education minor, such as Wilderness Survival, Avalanche Safety, Leave No Trace and Winter Survival.

Along with adventure outings, the Outdoor Program hosts speakers and other special events like the Pocatello Pump (a climbing competition) and the High Desert Classic Bike and Run race. The Outdoor Program also runs the Portneuf Range Yurt System, consisting of 5 yurts available for use by winter skiers and snowboarders.

Program Board

The Program Board, appointed by the Student Senate, is responsible for many of the entertainment and social programs on campus. This student committee has the responsibility of programming movies, dances, homecoming, musical entertainment, art displays, speakers, family programming, and many other activities. The Program Board provides valuable leadership experience for its members, who are responsible for maintaining and working within a budget, negotiating and fulfilling contractual details, arranging publicity, working with committee members, and coordinating all details associated with event production.

Religion

Some of the religious organizations on campus include the Baptist Campus Ministries, Campus Crusade for Christ, Catholic Campus Ministry, ISU Ecumenical Ministry (American Baptist, Christian-Disciples of Christ, Episcopal, United Methodist, United Presbyterian, and United Church of Christ-Congregational), Latter-Day Saints Student Association, Lutheran Campus Ministry, Muslim Student Association, and Wesley Foundation.

Scheduling and Event Services

The Scheduling and Event Services Office assists students, the campus community, and university guests in planning and coordinating meetings, conferences, programs, and other special events to serve the educational development needs of Idaho State University. The office coordinates facility reservations, room set-up, and sound and audiovisual equipment needs.

Services for Students Who Are Blind and Mobility-Impaired

Student Health Center

Free office visits are available for all full-time fee-paying students whether they carry ASISU Student Health Insurance or their own private insurance. A valid student ID card is required to obtain services.

The ISU Health Center employs a comprehensive medical staff to provide students with quality health care while they are attending ISU. Good physical health and medical care are essential for students during this rather stressful time in their lives. In addition to high quality care, another important factor is affordability of medical care. Prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, x-rays, and laboratory work are available at greatly reduced rates, compared to off-campus sources. Students can save a substantial amount of money by utilizing these on-campus health services. Part-time students (those paying fees for at least one credit) and spouses of full-time students can receive medical care for a minimal clinic fee and are eligible to use the Student Pharmacy (a current spouse card is required in order to obtain services).

Same day and advance appointments are available in the morning. A walk-in clinic is available each afternoon. Nutrition and healthy lifestyle counseling is offered at the Student Health Center. Individualized health, nutrition, and exercise programs will be designed for students who are over- or underweight or who have conditions which could be helped with these programs.

Student Health Center Pharmacy

The Student Health Center Pharmacy provides low-cost prescription drugs as well as over-the-counter medications at reduced costs. "Cold Kits," two-day supplies of over-the-counter cold medication, are available at the Pharmacy free of charge. Students may wish to transfer prescriptions from their hometown to the Student Pharmacy while they are attending ISU. All ISU students, both full and part-time, and their spouses, may use the Student Pharmacy. A  valid Bengal ID card is required to obtain services.

Student Organizations & Greek Life

Organizations play an important role in the education of students at Idaho State University. We encourage a rich climate of diverse and active organizations. At ISU there are over one hundred forty active clubs and organizations including academic, professional, cultural, religious, service, and special interest organizations, honor societies, sports clubs and fraternities and sororities.

Minimum requirements for membership in an organization are determined by the university. To be eligible to join a recognized university club or organization a student must be a regularly enrolled, fee paying student in good standing. Other regulations and/or standards are set by the individual clubs or organizations. All organizations are required to file a list of their officers, members and advisor, with the Office of Student Organizations every year to remain current and eligible to receive the privileges of a recognized club or organization.

Regulations for Fraternity and Sorority recruitments are determined by the National Panhellenic Conference and the fraternity organizations.

For further information please refer to the Student Organizations Directory or the Student Handbook, or contact the Student Organizations Office.

Eligibility for Extracurricular Activities

To be eligible to represent the university in specific extracurricular activities or to be a candidate in any final election for any student office or honor, a student must (1) be a full-time student or fall under the classification of Article IV, Section 1, Clause 2 of the ASISU By-Laws, and (2) must have an accumulative 2.0 grade point average.

Students' Community Service Center

The Students’ Community Service Center organizes students, faculty, and staff to participate in meaningful community service on campus and in Southeast Idaho. The Center operates six core programs: Into the Streets, Bonner Leaders Program,  ISU Recycling, Alternative Spring Break, Student Action Volunteers for the Environment (S.A.V.E.), and the Youth Mentoring Program. SCSC also serves as a campus contact for community agencies seeking volunteers for short- or long-term positions.

TRiO Student Services

TRiO Student Services is a multifaceted, federally funded student assistance program. In order to participate in any of the TRiO programs, potential participants must meet one of the following criteria:

•  federal low-income guidelines,
•   have the potential to be, or actually be, a first generation college student,
•  have a documented physical, psychological, or learning disability.

In addition to one of the above, students must have academic need for program services.  Once students have been determined eligible, they may be provided a diversity of academic support services through one of the three TRiO programs including Educational Talent Search, Upward Bound, and Student Support Services.

Educational Talent Search (ETS) consists of the Middle School Component which works with students from 6th grade, through the 8th/9th grades; the Placement Component which works with 9th through 12th grades, and adult learners who have dropped out. Students in the Middle School Program receive tutoring, assistance with study skills, organization skills, test taking strategies, and career exploration. They also attend field trips and cultural activities, and participate in community service projects and technology workshops. Students in the Placement Program are provided help with admission/financial aid forms and obtaining other information that will prepare them to enter the college of their choice.

Upward Bound (UB) assists eligible 9th through 12th grade students in preparing for the challenges of a postsecondary education. The program consists of an intense academic summer component and a follow-up component during the school year. The summer program is held on the ISU campus. For eight weeks students are taught by certified high school teachers and receive credit toward high school graduation in most of the traditional academic disciplines including math, English, science, and foreign languages. Study skills, test taking strategies, and career exploration are incorporated into the summer curriculum and additional academic support services such as tutoring are provided by Tutors/Mentors. The academic year follow-up program is geared to supporting the curricular and academic support activities students experience during the summer. Regular tutoring and other skills enhancement services are provided to students throughout the school year.

Student Support Services (SSS) is a postsecondary retention oriented program that offers academic support services to eligible students. Academic Advisor/Counselors provide students assistance with course selection and scheduling along with personal and financial counseling. Other important services available to students include tutoring, supplemental instruction, and peer mentoring. Tutors and Supplemental Instruction Leaders are model students who have excelled in their academic disciplines. The SSS program’s goal is to help students be successful, both academically and socially, while attending Idaho State University, by providing strong support to help students achieve their educational and career objectives.

University Counseling and Testing Services

Counseling Services

The staff of the University Counseling and Testing Services are available to assist students who are encountering personal, social, and emotional difficulties while enrolled at Idaho State University. During an initial assessment process, the student and counselor discuss the student's needs and concerns and decide upon an appropriate counseling plan. Individual, couples, and group counseling are available. When appropriate, the counselor will assist the student with a referral. We can usually counsel students with concerns such as anxiety, depression, low self esteem, lack of motivation, eating problems, stress, grief, and interpersonal relations including couple and family problems. Additionally, biofeedback and relaxation training for stress-related illnesses are available.

Personal counseling is free, and confidentiality is maintained within the ethical and legal guidelines of the American Counseling Association, the American Psychological Association and the State of Idaho. Staff are licensed by the State of Idaho as counselors or psychologists. Masters and Doctoral trainees (interns) are under the direct supervision of licensed staff.

Consultation and Crisis Intervention Services
Whenever any member of the University Community has an immediate mental health concern for their self or another person, they may contact our office. One staff member is available each day during normal working hours for emergencies and consultations. After normal working hours, emergency response is initiated by contacting Campus Security and/or 911. Counseling staff may coordinate and assist with follow-up to such emergencies. 

In addition to crisis intervention and follow-up services, counseling service staff are available for a variety of other consultations. The most common consultations include debriefing with individuals and departments who have had a critical incident, assisting individuals and departments in working with students with difficulties, and providing support and follow-up to individuals and departments undergoing significant change.

Outreach Services

University Counseling and Testing Services staff provide a wide variety of outreach services including: teaching academic courses; leadership development programs; workshops on communication skills, anxiety, anger, and stress management; guest lectures on a variety of topics; and information on such concerns as depression, anxiety, eating disorders and sexual assault. Workshops, lectures, and courses can be designed to fit the needs of specific individuals, groups, or departments.

Testing Services

Over 50 national and several institutional tests are administered through the University Counseling and Testing Services. In addition to administering paper and pencil tests such as the ACT, AHPAT, CHES, LSAT, MCAT, OAT, PCAT, and Praxis II, we also are the Computer Based Testing Center for our region. This includes the PPST, GRE, GMAT, Toefl, MAT and CLEP.  

The testing center is available for compass/placement testing Monday-Friday as well as proctoring online and paper and pencil tests.

Our ACT Center administers licensure testing for Social Work, Dieticians, Transportation Security and Automotive Service exams.

Veterans' Benefits

Veterans Coordinator
Office of Registration and Records
Campus Box 8196
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID 83209
(208) 282-2676

Wellness Center

All-University Academic Services

Academic Advising

Mandatory Advising

The Mandatory Advising program is required for degree seeking freshman students for the first two semesters of attendance at ISU and for transfer students for the first semester of attendance.  Students subject to mandatory advising must meet with a representative of the Supplemental Academic Advising Center for this purpose. Undergraduate international students may see the Director of International Recruitment in the Admissions Office for advising.

Mandatory advising applies to all international students, including international graduate students. Moreover, all international students are required to attend an orientation to the university coordinated by the Director of International Programs and Services. International graduate students are also required to meet with an advisor from their major department.

Mandatory Advising at ISU is not intended to replace College or Faculty advising.

Supplemental Academic Advising Center (SAAC)

The Supplemental Academic Advising Center (SAAC) is a service available through the Office of Enrollment Planning and Academic Services. Its main purpose is to serve freshmen and sophomores who are undecided about a major or who need a little extra assistance. SAAC additionally serves GED students, students admitted at Level 1 and those admitted under an Admissions Agreement.

Students are welcome to contact the Center for advising or referral. SAAC also serves as a general resource for all ISU students.

If students are unsure about whether an advisor has been assigned to them, they should contact the SAAC for information.

Center for Teaching and Learning

Museum Building, Room 434
Campus Box 8010
(208) 282-3662
The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) offers programs in college learning strategies, reading, writing, mathematics, and English for speakers of other languages, which include individualized instruction, tutoring, and workshops — all intended to increase the probability of students’ academic success. The Center also administers the ASISU Content Area Tutoring Program. There is no charge for these services. Students may also register for credit and noncredit courses taught by CTL staff.

Tutoring Services

College Learning Strategies

Mathematics

The Mathematics Center provides drop-in tutoring services to help students on the Pocatello and Idaho Falls campuses understand concepts in math and math-related courses. At the beginning of each semester, the program offers a one-credit course, College Learning Strategies for Mathematics, which covers a wide range of study strategies for math. Students can also learn about these study strategies through individualized conferences and workshops.

Writing

The Writing Center provides individualized tutoring in the Center and online to help students improve the quality of their writing for courses across campus. At any stage of the writing process, from generating ideas through successive drafts, tutors assist with organization and development of ideas for particular audiences and purposes, as well as more local issues such as punctuation, spelling, and usage. Student workshops, tutoring hours in Idaho Falls, and credit courses—teaching writing one on one, and writing laboratory—as well as faculty workshops on assignment design, responding to student writing, and writing across the curriculum are also part of the program.

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)

The English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Program offers undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in academic and professional courses at ISU. The program offers a wide variety of individual tutoring, workshops and courses in idioms, special vocabularies, lecture comprehension, American culture, pronunciation, grammar, rhetorical styles and skills for conversation and discussion. There are also support services for international teaching assistants, an online tutorial for off-campus needs, and faculty workshops for responding to ESOL issues.

First Year Seminar (FYS)

Clustered Learning for Academic Student Success (C.L.A.S.S.)

Academic Skills Courses

Academic Services courses span the continuum of learning for students throughout their academic careers. For first year students, some of the classes provide a foundation for their academic experience, such as orientation to the university environment and study skills. For upper level students, some of the classes assist in the learning process for a broad range of classes, such as refining efficiency in reading.

ACAD 101 College Learning Strategies 1 credit. Covers learning strategies and study techniques (notetaking), textbook study, test preparation, memory, time management, etc. which promote academic success. Especially recommended for new students and re-entry students. F, S, Su, W

ACAD 102 First Year Seminar 1 credit. Provides an extended orientation to the university for new students. Utilizes presenters from various campus support systems, collaborative learning activities, and written assignments which involve students in resources and activities on campus. F, S

ACAD 103 College Learning Strategies for Mathematics 1 credit. Covers math anxiety, notetaking, homework, textbook study, learning styles, test preparation and problem solving. Concurrent registration in a mathematics course is recommended. F, S

ACAD 104 Orientation to University 2 credits. Combines content of two courses: Study Skills and First Year Seminar. Introduces students to university culture and to learning strategies and study techniques which promote academic success. Especially recommended for entering students. F, S

ACAD 210 Peer Tutor Training 1 credit. Introduction to individual and small group tutoring with adult students. Emphasis on teaching strategies, communication skills, ethics, learning styles. Graded S/U. F, S, W

ACAD 220 Peer Instruction Seminar 2 credits. Innovative teaching techniques for peer instructors who will plan the syllabus and collaborate with their faculty/staff teaching partners in preparing for and teaching one section of ACAD 102. Students will research and explore pragmatic applications of teaching, mentoring and leadership theories. COREQ: PEER INSTRUCTOR IN ACAD 102. F, S

ACAD 310 Efficient Reading 1 credit. Emphasis on developing flexibility and acceleration of reading speed and refinement of comprehension skills through intensive practice of rapid reading and comprehension building techniques applied to fiction and textbook reading. PREREQ: PERMISSION OF INSTRUCTOR. Graded S/U. D

IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY Academic Information  Contact: webmaster@isu.edu Revised: June 2004