Policy Statements
Catalogs, bulletins, course and fee schedules, etc., are not to
be considered as binding contracts between Idaho State
University and students. The university and its divisions
reserve the right at any time, without advance notice, to: (a)
withdraw or cancel classes, courses, and programs; (b) change
fees schedule; (c) change the academic calendar; (d) change
admissions and registration requirements; (e) change the
regulations and requirements governing instruction in, and
graduation from, the university and its various divisions; and
(f) change any other regulations affecting students. Changes
shall go into force whenever the proper authorities so
determine, and shall apply not only to prospective students but
also to those who are matriculated at the time in the
university. When economic and other conditions permit, the
university tries to provide advance notice of such changes. In
particular, when an instructional program is to be withdrawn,
the university will make every reasonable effort to ensure that
students who are within two years of completing the graduation
requirements, and who are making normal progress toward the
completion of those requirements, will have the opportunity to
complete the program which is to be withdrawn.
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 institution 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
Third class single rate 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.
College of Business
Accounting
Business Administration
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science (Interdepartmental)
Finance
International Commerce (minor only)
Management:
College of Education
Business Education
Coaching (minor only)
Corporate Training
Dance (minor only)
Foods and Nutrition
Family and Consumer Sciences (Home Economics)
Human Exceptionality
Music Education
Physical Education
Vocational Teacher Education
Teacher Education Programs
Early Childhood Education
Elementary Education
Family and Consumer Sciences Education
Junior High School/Middle School
Secondary Education
Single Subject Teaching Majors (18)
College of Engineering
Engineering:
College of Health Professions
Dental Hygiene
Dietetics
Health Care Administration
Health Education
Idaho Dental Education Program
Nursing
Physician Assistant Studies
Radiographic Science
Speech Pathology and Audiology
College of Pharmacy
Doctor of Pharmacy
Pre-Pharmacy
Individualized Educational Programs
Bachelor of Applied Technology
Bachelor of University Studies
Pre-Professional Programs
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Osteopathic Medicine
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Podiatric Medicine
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
School of Applied Technology
Adult Basic Education
Aircraft Maintenance Technology:
General Information
Idaho State University has served the citizens of the state
since 1901 when the institution was first established as the
Academy of Idaho. Renamed the Idaho Technical Institute in 1915
and reorganized as the Southern Branch of the University of
Idaho in 1927, it was established as Idaho State College in
1947. By action of the 37th Idaho Legislature, the institution
became Idaho State University on July 1, 1963.
Bachelor's' and masters' degrees in a variety of fields are awarded by the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, College of Engineering, College of Health Professions, and the Graduate School. Terminal degrees offered at ISU include Master of Fine Arts, Doctor of Philosophy, Doctor of Arts, and Doctor of Education. Certificate programs of varying lengths and an Associate of Technology degree are included in the curricula of the School of Applied Technology.
Role and Mission
Idaho State University is a broad-based regional public
university, providing a broad range of educational services to a
culturally diverse population of students and to the state. The
university is Idaho's center for education in the health
professions. Idaho State University offers a wide array of
academic programs: in the health professions and supporting
sciences and educator preparation (its areas of primary
emphasis); in business and engineering (its areas of continuing
emphasis); and in the liberal arts. It is committed to
maintaining a strong liberal arts program as the basis of other
academic disciplines and as an independent, multifaceted field
of inquiry. The university offers graduate programs in a number
of fields and is a national center for the Doctor of Arts
degree. Its School of Applied Technology provides high-quality
education and training in response to the needs of students and
private industry. Idaho State University is dedicated to
excellence in teaching. The university engages in sustained and
significant research as an essential component of its academic
and public service programs. It views public service as an
integral part of its mission. Idaho State University is
committed to providing accessible, high quality education to the
diverse citizenry of its region and state, and delivers
comprehensive and creative outreach programs using the latest
available technology. The university offers a range of academic
and support services to help all students succeed. It encourages
student and public participation in its cultural, recreational
and athletic programs, and welcomes the continuing involvement
of alumni and other friends in its endeavors.
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
The university serves as Idaho's lead institution for education
in the health professions and related biological and physical
sciences. Idaho State University delivers statewide
comprehensive academic programming, professional continuing
education, basic and applied research, and specialized public
service in the health sciences.
offers an array of academic programs
Idaho State University offers students a full range of academic
programs, including majors in the liberal arts and a number of
professional fields-the health sciences, business, education and
engineering. All Idaho State University academic programs strive
for the highest standards of academic excellence, and are
responsive to the changing and increasingly complex needs of
students and the professions they serve. They recognize that
ongoing research is critical to maintaining that excellence and
to providing high quality service to public agencies, private
enterprise and to the citizens of Idaho.
has a primary emphasis in educator preparation
The State Board of Education has designated educator preparation
as a primary emphasis area at all Idaho universities. Idaho
State University views this area as a field of major
importance. The university provides strong educator preparation
programs as well as a comprehensive outreach component, serving
school districts throughout Idaho.
is committed to maintaining a strong liberal arts
program
Idaho State University recognizes that the heart of its
undergraduate program is its rigorous liberal arts core-its arts
and sciences curricula. These programs provide focused study in
arts and sciences, essential general university courses, and the
foundation for an understanding of other disciplines. Their
emphasis on critical thinking skills is essential to the
lifelong education of an informed citizenry. The liberal arts
must remain strong and responsive to the needs of students, of
other academic units at the university, and the professions
which its graduates enter.
offers graduate programs in a range of disciplines
Idaho State University's Office of Graduate Studies and Research
fosters and coordinates an array of high quality
post-baccalaureate programs at the Master's and Doctoral
levels. The graduate school encourages monitoring of students by
faculty and provides support for research activities throughout
the university. The graduate school is committed to increasing
public awareness of the importance of the university's Doctor of
Arts program and its role as a national center for that program.
provides high quality applied technology programs
Applied technology programs help Idaho State University fulfill
its community college function and are responsive to the
emerging needs of business and industry. These programs are
well-coordinated with university academic courses, particularly
those designated as primary emphasis areas. The School of
Applied Technology designs and provides programs in response to
the employment and economic development needs of the region and
state.
is dedicated to excellence in teaching
Idaho State University recognizes the importance of effective
teaching and provides regular instructional improvement
opportunities for all faculty. Part-time faculty and graduate
students who teach are given appropriate guidance and oversight,
and are expected to participate, along with full-time faculty,
in activities related to instructional improvement. Teaching
excellence is recognized and rewarded by the university.
engages in sustained, significant research
Idaho State University recognizes that ongoing research is
essential to increasing our understanding of the world around
us, to developing quality instruction, to promoting economic
development and enhancing the quality of life. The university
will encourage, support and reward quality research activity,
particularly that which is related to its mission and to the
needs of communities, businesses and industries in the region.
considers public service an integral part of its
mission
The university views professional and public service as a
crucial component of its role as a public institution, and will
continue to provide a wide range of programs and services in
response to the changing needs of the citizens of Idaho. The
public service work of faculty, staff and students is recognized
and rewarded.
provides accessible, high quality education
Idaho State University is committed to serving the citizenry of
the region and state through an open enrollment policy for
general university students. The university encourages and
respects diversity among its students, faculty and staff. Idaho
State University maintains high academic standards though a
carefully managed process designed to provide the greatest
opportunity for academic success for entering students.
delivers comprehensive and creative outreach services
Idaho State University provides degree and non-degree outreach
programs in a coordinated, integrated effort which is responsive
to the needs of students. Outreach efforts are clearly related
to the university's statewide and regional missions, and provide
high quality programs in the most effective and efficient manner
possible, through on-site classes taught by faculty and via
telecommunications or other distance learning systems.
offers a range of academic and support services to
students
Idaho State University's student services programs are committed
to the development of the whole person, and recognize that each
student is unique and has worth and dignity. The Division of
Student Affairs, Offices of Enrollment Planning and Academic
Services and faculty offer programs to meet the current and
projected needs of students. These offices provide programs on
admissions, admissions counseling and advising, registration,
financial aid, health care, child care, housing, employment,
career and personal counseling, testing, academic skills
development and placement. Student organizations and campus
committees provide opportunities for personal and social
growth.
encourages student and public participation in a variety of
cultural programs
Idaho State University offers its students and all Idaho
citizens a chance to participate in, learn from, and simply
enjoy a variety of cultural programs and events in music, the
visual arts, drama and natural history, to name a few. The Idaho
Museum of Natural History, designated as a state museum,
provides visitors with a window on Idaho's past. The museum
offers Idahoans and students at any educational level an array
of on-campus and outreach programs about our natural heritage.
encourages student and public participation in a variety of
recreational and athletic programs
Recreational and athletic programs are integral parts of the
university, offering diverse opportunities for student
competition and public involvement. The programs are guided by
the principle that student- athletes are students first, with
their academic success as the first priority. The public service
work of these programs provides encouragement and instruction to
young student-athletes throughout the region. They foster and
enhance a positive institutional spirit and sense of community
through their on-campus and outreach efforts.
welcomes the involvement of alumni and other friends
Idaho State University's extended community includes its alumni
and other friends-citizens of Idaho and from around the world
who maintain an active interest in, and who may wish to support,
the development and progress of the university. Idaho State
University welcomes their ongoing involvement in its
endeavors. The university strives to keep them informed about
its activities, and to provide them with opportunities for
participation in a range of programs serving the educational
needs of the state and region.
Accreditation
Idaho State University is accredited by the Northwest
Association of Schools and Colleges. In addition the university
is accredited or approved for specific programs by the following
organizations: Accreditation Board for Engineering and
Technology, Inc.; American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of
Business; American Association for Accreditation of Laboratory
Animal Care; American Association of Health Information
Management; American Association of Medical Assistants; American
Chemical Society; American Council on Graduate Medical
Education; American Council on Pharmaceutical Education; the
American Dental Association, Council on Dental Education;
American Dietetics Association; American Physical Therapy
Association; American Speech, Language, Hearing Association;
Association for the Advancement of Health Education; Association
of University Programs in Health Administration; Automotive
Standard Excellence; Bureau of Occupational Licenses; Commission
of Education of the Deaf; Commission on Accreditation in
Physical Therapy Education; Council for the Accreditation of
Counseling and Related Educational Programs; Council on Social
Work Education; Federal Aviation Administration; Idaho
Cosmetology Board; National Accrediting Agency for Clinical
Laboratory Sciences; National Association for the Education of
Young Children; National Association of Schools of Music;
National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education and
Certification; National Association of Radio Telecommunications
Engineers; National Council for Accreditation of Teacher
Education; National League for Nursing; Peace Officers Standards
and Training; State of Idaho Board of Nursing.
The university holds membership in numerous organizations which have specific academic requirements. Among these are the American Association of University Women, the Council of Graduate Schools in the United States, the Western Association of Graduate Schools, the National Commission on Accrediting, and the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.
University Library
The University Library, located in the Eli M. Oboler Library
building, contains major collections of books, maps, microforms,
periodicals and government publications and provides a full
range of services to students and staff.
The book collection of over 387,000 volumes is accessed via an on-line catalog which is linked to an automated circulation system. The library subscribes to some 3,300 periodicals and serials and has a periodical collection totalling over 109,000 bound volumes. The government publications collection comprises over 420,000 printed items. ISU has been a depository for federal publications since 1908 and for Idaho state publications since 1972. The government publications department contains a collection of approximately 1,500,000 items published in microform. In addition, the library has dramatically enhanced its offerings of electronic access systems.
An integral part of library service is the provision of reference and research assistance to patrons. General reference service is provided at the reference desk and is available during most hours that the library is open. Those patrons exploring the periodical and government document collections can utilize a wide range of printed and electronically based indexes which currently total over 30 databases and systems. Library instruction is available to classes and student groups and is tailored to address students' specific needs, from general library orientation to subject-specific bibliographic research.
In addition to supplying informational materials from its own collections, the library provides an interlibrary loan facility which is equipped to locate and deliver books and periodical articles from other libraries' holdings. Utilizing Fax transmission as well as postal services, the interlibrary loan service handles over 16,000 transactions each year.
In the summer of 1994, the library also opened an Information Services Center at University Place in Idaho Falls. The 1,700 square foot facility includes study tables, a lounge area, and reference desk, plus public access workstations on which students and faculty are able to access many of the same information databases available to students within the main campus library. With the assistance of trained staff, students are able to request the delivery of books and journal articles through the university library.
Computer Facilities and Services
The Computer Service Center, located in the basement of the
Business Administration building, is dedicated to meeting the
computing needs of students.
Computer workshops are offered on a regular basis free of charge to students, faculty and staff. Courses include:
Monthly workshop schedules are available in the microcomputer labs and at the computer center administrative office, Room B-24.
Eight microcomputer labs on campus, one in Idaho Falls and one in Twin Falls are open to ISU students. Additional departmental labs are also available. Microcomputer labs are equipped with DOS based machines and run mouse-operated as well as keyboard software. Some labs also contain Apple Macintosh machines. Use of the microcomputer labs requires a Local Area Network (LAN) account. LAN accounts may be purchased for $10.00 per semester and $5.00 for a summer session at the computer center administration office, Idaho Falls and Twin Falls microcomputer labs. Many ISU computer resources, including e-mail, can be accessed remotely via modem. Remote access requires installing Co-Session communication software on the remote computer. Co-Session can be acquired free of charge from any of the microcomputer labs. Students with an active LAN account (access to DOS, Windows and MacIntosh software, including Internetaccesand e-mail) also have a UNIX account and access to a variety of UNIX software.
Idaho State University maintains a home page on the World-Wide Web with access to a wide variety of university information (such as campus events, online library access and this Catalog), community events and world-wide information available on the Internet. Internet resources include News and Weather, E-mail, Telnet and FTP services to access other computers throughout the world.
College of Business Basement
College of Business Room 507
Turner Hall Basement
College of Education Instructional Materials Center
College of Pharmacy Room 232
Student Union Building Fourth Floor
Liberal Arts Building Room 270
Oboler Library Basement
ISU Residence Center, Idaho Falls
ISU Residence Center, Twin Falls
Student Union
The Earl R. Pond Student Union Building, or PSUB, serves the
campus as the focal point for an informal education. Among its
many facilities are lounges, check cashing service, automatic
teller machine, food service areas, bowling, billiards, film
theatre, computer lab, copy service, ballroom, barber shop,
bookstore, meeting rooms, and much more. The facilities are in
constant use by various campus groups, individual students, and
off-campus groups from the community and area. The Program
Board, appointed by the Student Senate, is responsible for the
entertainment and social programs which take place on
campus. This student committee has the responsibility of
programming movies, dances, homecoming, concerts, art displays,
games, tournaments, speakers, family programming, and many other
activities.
The Student Union Program Office is also home for Special Delivery Productions, the program responsible for providing activities to part-time students. This program modifies traditional student activities to meet the needs of commuting and nontraditional students. Programs are presented both on campus and in outlying towns where commuter students live.
The Student Union and the Union Hypostyle house various other offices in addition to Student Senate. The Student Affairs offices in the hypostyle include the Dean and Associate Dean of Student Affairs and the International Student Advisor. Other offices within the building include noncredit continuing education, the arts and crafts center, the outdoor program office, the wilderness equipment rental center, the program board office, the ticket office, reservations and catering, Marriott Foods, the student employment office, post office, and the university newspaper.
Idaho Museum of Natural History
Founded by a faculty committee in 1934, the museum has evolved
through its field research and growing collections into a museum
of regional stature in anthropology and natural
history. Dr. Edson Fichter and Dr. Sven Liljeblad gathered the
collections from temporary campus storage places and prepared an
exhibit in the library building opening a new era of growth on
November 18, 1956.
In 1986 the legislature recognized the museum as the state museum of natural history with a mission "to preserve, increase and disseminate knowledge of natural history of the state of Idaho and northern intermountain west."
In November of 1993 following renovation and expansion, the museum opened a new exhibit, THE NATURE OF IDAHO. The exhibit traces the evolution of life forms seen in fossils of Idaho and features artifacts of Native Americans over an 11,000 year period. Other features are a seismograph recording earthquake activity, a high desert food web and an exhibit on Idaho's threatened and endangered species. Short-term exhibits on a variety of subjects of cultural as well as natural history interest are scheduled on a regular basis.
Faculty curators from biological sciences, geology and anthropology carry out teaching and research utilizing the collections. The museum offers a course on museum history and practices describing vocational options in the museum field.
Educational programs serve visiting school classes and offer programs to schools in the region. Programs for adults are sponsored by Friends of the Museum, the Audubon Society, the Idaho Archaeological Society and the Idaho Native Plant Society among other associations. The Museum Store offers a variety of natural history books, games, posters and toys.
Physical Facilities
Classroom and laboratory buildings include Leonard Hall, home of
the College of Pharmacy; the Kegel Liberal Arts Building; the
Arthur Tranmer Dental Arts Building; the Physical Science
Building; the College of Education Complex; the Fine Arts
Building; the College of Business Building; Lillibridge
Engineering Laboratory; and the Gale Life Sciences Complex,
which houses biological, psychological, biochemical, and
microbiological sciences, and two departments of the College of
Health Professions (nursing, and speech pathology and
audiology). The School of Applied Technology is quartered in the
Trade and Technology Building, the Vocational Arts Building, the
Industrial Crafts Building, and the Roy F. Christensen
Complex. The school also makes use of several off-campus
facilities.
Frazier Hall, the university's main auditorium building, also houses the Department of Communication and Theatre. Other auditorium facilities are located in the Fine Arts Building, the College of Education Building, the Gale Life Sciences Complex, and the Earl R. Pond Student Union Building. The Earl R. Pond Student Union Building provides a central meeting place for students, offering dining facilities, numerous meeting rooms, facilities for bowling and other games, student affairs offices, U.S. Post Office and the University Bookstore.
Alumni Association and Foundations
Alumni Association
The goals of the Idaho State University Alumni Association are
based on the principle of service to the university and to the
people of the state of Idaho. Founded in 1901, the association
is governed by a board of directors and administered through the
Office of Alumni Relations, located at 554 South Seventh,
Pocatello, in the Magnuson Alumni House. Specific objectives are
to foster, cultivate and maintain a unified alumni association
representative of the best traditions of the institution; to
generate general concern and interest in the needs of Idaho
State University; to encourage its support by a composite of all
groups in its history; and to further a constructive program of
progress in all aspects of the university.
The officers and directors meet three times each year with the director of alumni relations, who is appointed by the university administration.
An annual minimum contribution of $25 is required to maintain active alumni status.
ISU Bengal Foundation
The ISU Bengal Foundation is a nonprofit organization of sports
fans committed to the support of ISU's athletic
program. Luncheon meetings are held weekly during football and
basketball seasons.
ISU Foundation, Inc.
The ISU Foundation is a nonprofit corporation established in
1967 under the laws of the State of Idaho. It operates
exclusively for the benefit of Idaho State University. The
Foundation works to solicit, receive, hold and manage funds and
property for the benefit of all the programs of the
university. Foundation leaders bring a wide range of business
and professional competence to their efforts on behalf of the
university.
Gifts to the Foundation may be unrestricted to be used by the university in areas of greatest need, or donors can specify the area where they would like their contributions to go. Private funding helps provide scholarships, professorships, scientific equipment, building funds, and other assistance to academic and vocational/technical programs and instruction. Private support is recognized as a vital and necessary supplement for the funding of Idaho State University. All contributions to the Foundation, when itemized, are tax deductible.
The ISU Foundation is located on the third floor of the Administration Building.
Graduate Programs and Graduate Courses
Idaho State University offers many masters and several doctoral
programs as well as a Family Practice Residency Training Program
for Physicians. Numerous graduate courses are delivered in
almost all disciplines. Undergraduates who are last semester
seniors may take up to six credits at the graduate level in the
500 series with permission. Enrollment in graduate courses
requires admission to graduate school, except the professional
development courses which are the 597 series. For additional
information regarding graduate courses and programs of study,
please see the Graduate Catalog.
Admissions
Inquiries about ISU and Admissions should be directed to:
Office of Enrollment Planning & Academic Services
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8054
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 236-3277
Questions related to the School of Applied Technology:
School of Applied Technology
Student Services
Idaho State University
P. O. Box 8380
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 236-2622
(800) 999-4781
Questions about admission applications:
Office of Admissions
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8270
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 236-2475
Idaho State University welcomes all students of good character who provide evidence of suitable preparation for work at the college level. Write directly to the Office of Admissions for required admission forms and accompanying instructions. The following information applies to undergraduate students applying for admission to academic programs for Fall 1996 through Summer 1997. Please refer to the School of Applied Technology 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 March 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. Each student needs to complete degree requirements as outlined in any one catalog in effect during his/her dates of registration. The Class Schedule, available free of charge from the Registrar's Office, lists the classes to be offered each semester and describes telephone pre-registration procedures.
Admission Requirements
Application Deadlines:
Fall Semester: August 1
Spring Semester: December 1
Summer Sessions: Open
NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS:
ALL REQUIRED ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO
ENROLLMENT
Students should hear from the Admissions Office approximately 3-4 weeks following their application to Idaho State University. Once all required documents and materials are received, copies are forwarded to the academic college of the student's major where an advisor is assigned. 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 being formally accepted into their 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 pre-register ahead of time. Pre-registration 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 CREDITS
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
The following college entrance, core subject requirements were
established by the State Board of Education and were implemented
the Fall 1989 semester and thereafter. Students must meet these
minimum credit requirements with an average GPA of 2.0 to be
eligible for Regular Admission. Students must comply with the
requirements at the time of their high school graduation.
Subject Applicable H.S. Cr. Select from these Area Grad. Yrs. Req. Subject Areas ----------------------------------------------------------------- English 1989 on 8 cr. Composition and Literature Math 1989, 1990 4 cr. Algebra I & Geometry OR Algebra I & Algebra II. Other courses may be selected from: Analytic Geometry, Calculus, Statistics, Trigonometry. 1991 6 cr. Algebra I & Geometry and another course requiring Algebra I as a prerequisite. Other courses may be selected from: Algebra II, Analytic Geometry, Calculus, Statistics, Trigonometry. Two years of math credits must be taken in the 10th, 11th or 12th grades. 1992 on 6 cr. Same as above, and courses NOT identified by traditional titles; i.e., Algebra I or Geometry may be used as long as they contain all of the critical components (higher math functions) prescribed by the State Department of Education Secondary School Course of Study Guide. Social 1995 on 5 cr. Same as above, and Sciences Applied Math I and II. American Government (state & local), Geography, U.S. History, World History. Other courses may be selected from Economics (Consumer Economics if it includes components as recommended by the State Department of Education), Psychology, Sociology. Natural 1989, 1990 4 cr. Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Sciences Earth Science, Geology, Physiology, Physics, Physical Science, Zoology (must have laboratory science experience in at least two credits).* 1991 6 cr. Same as above. 1992 on 6 cr. Same as above. In addition, vocational science courses jointly approved by the State Department of Education and the State Division of Vocational Education (maximum of two credits). *Note: A laboratory science course is defined as one in which at least one class period each week is devoted to providing students the opportunity to manipulate equipment, materials or specimens; to develop skills in observation and analysis; and discover, demonstrate, illustrate, or test scientific principles or concepts. Fine Arts/ 1989, 1990 4 cr. Literature, History, Philosophy/ 1991 Philosophy, Foreign Foreign Language and related Languages/ study of two or more Humanities of the traditional (Foreign Language humanities disciplines. Strongly Recomnd.) History courses beyond those required for graduation may be counted toward this requirement. Studio performing classes in Art, Dance, Music (to include components as recommended by State Department of Education; i.e., theory, performance, history, & appreciation evaluation). No more than two credits of studio/performing arts may be counted toward this requirement. Practical arts courses will not be counted toward this requirement. Practical arts are defined as vocational, pre-vocational, or consumer homemaking programs approved by the State Board of Education. Humanities/ 1992 on 2 cr. Philosophy (related Foreign study of two or more Languages/ of the traditional Fine Arts humanities disciplines). and interdisciplinary These courses should humanities emphasize history, (Foreign Language appreciation, theory, Strongly Recommended analysis and/or critique. Literature and History courses beyond those required in the English and Social Science categories may apply. Speech 1989,90,91 1 cr. Speech and Debate Other 1992 on 3 cr. Speech or debate (no more than one credit). College Studio/performing arts Preparation (art, dance, drama, and music). Foreign languages (Beyond any foreign language credit applied in the Humanities/ Foreign Language category). State Division of Vocational Education-approved classes (no more than two credits in this category) in Agricultural Science and Technology, Business and Office Education, Health Occupations Education, Consumer Homemaking Education, Occupational Home Economics, Industrial Technology Education, Marketing and Multi-Occupations Education, and Trade, Industrial and Technical Education.
Students meeting requirements for regular admission may be admitted to one of two levels under this category according to the students 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.
Level 2: Students will be admitted to Level 2 if their predicted first semester ISU grade point average is 2.00 or higher.
Students entering at this level are not restricted in number of credit hours or selection of courses. 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 grade point average 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 mathematics and English placement tests, and 2) course schedules are approved by their assigned academic advisor. Students whose placement test scores indicate deficiencies in mathematics 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.
Provisional Admission
Students NOT meeting the minimum credits required in the high
school core subject areas with a 2.0 GPA for regular admission
still may be considered for provisional admission to ISU by
satisfying one of the following criteria:
GED students who are younger than 18 years old must submit a petition to the Admissions Committee to be given consideration for admission to the university.
NOTE: Students not meeting requirements under item #2 may be considered for provisional admission by petitioning the admissions committee.
Provisional admission is not a probationary status. Students provisionally accepted are not restricted from being considered for scholarships and have the rights and privileges granted all students.
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. Regular admissions status must be attained within three semesters or the student will be dismissed subject to institutional committee appeal procedures and retention/probation/dismissal policies.
New Freshmen
STUDENTS GRADUATING FROM HIGH SCHOOL PRIOR TO MAY 1989
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
STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE GED (GENERAL EDUCATION
DEVELOPMENT TEST)
Admission Requirements Applicable To
----------------------------------------------------
1. Students must submit an All GED students
application for admission.
2. Students must submit a All GED students
$20 (non-refundable)
application fee.
3. Submit official GED All GED students
scores prior to scheduled
enrollment.
Successful GED scores are defined as an average of 45 on all tests,
with no individual score lower than 40.
4. Submit ACT/SAT Students completing the GED after
scores which predict May 1989 who are not 21 years of age
a 2.0 GPA at Idaho when they enroll.
State University.
5. Petition the Admissions Students from
Committee to be above not meeting
given special ISU's minimum
consideration for 2.0 predicted GPA
admission. requirement based on ACT.
6. Must take the All GED students
Computerized Placement
Exams to determine
appropriate placement
into math & English
writing classes.
*Students completing the GED prior to May 1989 or who are 21 or older
when they enroll are exempt from taking the ACT/SAT exam.
New Freshmen
STUDENTS WHO HAVE COMPLETED A CURRICULUM OF STUDY AT HOME
Students who have been educated through a home school or
correspondence based program of study must complete the GED and
are subject to the above admission requirements.
Students may be accepted for admission on a conditional basis provided they are determined to be on track to meeting the college entrance core subject requirements for admission based on an evaluation of their official six- or seven-semester high school transcript. Students may pre-register for classes while under this category. Final acceptance to the university for those granted conditional status is contingent on meeting all requirements once the Office of Admissions has received the complete, final official high school transcript following graduation.
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
A transfer student is a student who has been enrolled and
received grades at any college or university prior to being
admitted to Idaho State University. Students who fit this
definition but who are transferring fewer than 14 academic
credits from other institutions to ISU are subject to the
admission requirements for new freshmen students.
Transfer students must submit the following to the Office of Admissions at least 1 month prior to the start of classes:
Under Idaho State University scholastic probation/dismissal policy transfer students who have been academically dismissed from another college or university must layout a minimum of one semester of enrollment following a first dismissal and one year following second and subsequent dismissals. The student may then petition the Admissions Committee to be given consideration for admission.
ALL REQUIRED ADMISSIONS DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT
Students having a cumulative 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 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.
NOTE: It is critical that students submit necessary admission documents early so they may be cleared to pre-register early. Those submitting application materials late cannot be assured of registration for the current semester.
Admissions Committee
The purpose of the Admissions Committee at Idaho State
University is to provide new freshmen and transfer students who
have not met State Board of Education and institutional
admission requirements the opportunity to make a formal appeal
to the university to be given further consideration for
admission. Students are required to submit a written petition to
the Committee explaining any circumstances that may have
occurred that did not allow them to achieve academically in a
satisfactory manner in high school or at another
college/university. They may also include letters of
recommendation from counselors, teachers, etc., on the student's
behalf and any other supplemental information that would
demonstrate their ability to be successful in college level
courses at ISU.
After carefully reviewing the student's petition, letters of support and any additional documentation, the Admissions Committee determines whether there is sufficient tangible 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, professional staff from the Counseling and Testing Center, Student Services, the Center of Services for Students with Disabilities, Athletic Department, Enrollment Planning and Academic Services, Supplemental Academic Advising, and 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.
Statewide Articulation and Associate Degree Policy
It is the State Board of Education's intent that this policy
will assist students as they transfer between institutions of
higher education in the process of completing their educational
agendas. In addition, the Board believes that this policy will
provide the public institutions of higher education with the
guidelines necessary to carry out their mission and service
function to students so that they can successfully transfer
between institutions without penalty.
To facilitate the transfer of students within the state of Idaho, the state's four (4) year college and universities, including Lewis-Clark State College, Boise State University, Idaho State University, and the University of Idaho, and Idaho's two (2) year colleges, including College of Southern Idaho, North Idaho College and Treasure Valley Community College from Ontario, Oregon, shall individually and jointly honor the terms of this statewide articulation policy.
Effective in 1987, students completing the requirements for the Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degrees at CSI, NIC, and TVCC will be considered as satisfying the lower division general education core requirements at the four (4) year state institutions in Idaho. This policy does not exempt students from lower division courses that may be required in the students major.
Students graduating prior to 1987 from CSI, NIC, and TVCC with A.A. or A.S. degrees are subject to the institutional articulation agreements approved in 1982 which stipulate that all lower division general education requirements are fulfilled with the exception of the completion of either an additional ISU English 201 - 3 credit class OR a sophomore level Intermediate or Advanced English composition class for 3 credits at their respective institutions. Associate degrees completed by students prior to the institutional articulation agreement in 1982 must be equivalent to current A.A. or A.S. programs to be eligible for transfer consideration under the provisions of these agreements. For information about associate degrees earned prior to 1982 at the above institutions and their more contemporary equivalents you may call the Office of Admissions at (208) 236-2475.
Students transferring from Ricks College to Idaho State University who have earned the Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) degree through December 1994 qualify for transfer consideration under the provisions of the ISU - Ricks College articulation agreement. This allows for all lower division general education requirements to be fulfilled except Goal 1, English, which may be completed by taking the ISU English 201 3-credit course OR Ricks College English 211 3-credit course. Prior to 1975-76, what is now the A.A.S. degree at Ricks was called the Associate Degree. Students earning this degree who are transferring to ISU are eligible for transfer under the institutional agreement. Those earning their A.A.S. degree in 1995 on and who have completed state core classes in Math and Communications are subject to the Statewide Articulation Agreement that specifies all lower division general education requirements are fulfilled. Those who have the A.A.S. but have not met the state core class requirements in communications and math must complete Goal #2, Speech, and Goal #3, Mathematics.
Transfer students from Ricks College, CSI, NIC, and TVCC who have NOT earned their associate degrees but HAVE completed the general education core courses will not be required to complete additional lower division general education core courses. However, these students must obtain certification of such completion. Certification of successful completion of the lower division general education core for students is the responsibility of the transferring institution's Registration and Records Office.
This transfer policy will provide for the fulfillment of all general education, lower division core requirements only. It is not intended to meet departmental requirements or specific course requirements of unique or professional programs (e.g., engineering, pharmacy, business, nursing, etc.). Students who plan to transfer to unique or professional programs should consult with their advisors and make early contact with a program representative from the institution to which they intend to transfer.
Transfer students from Ricks College, CSI, NIC, and TVCC who have NOT completed the Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), or appropriate older associate degrees, or the general education core courses from these institutions, will not come under the provisions of this articulation policy. These students will have their credits evaluated on a course by course basis to determine individual general educational goals fulfilled.
A maximum total of 70 lower division credit hours or one-half of the total credits required for a student's intended baccalaureate degree, which ever is greater, will normally be accepted for transfer from accredited community and junior colleges including Ricks College, CSI, NIC, and TVCC. Remedial and certain religious education classes will not transfer, thus reducing the number of total credits transferring to ISU. Vocational courses are evaluated on an individual, institutional basis for transfer consideration.
Note: Students transferring from Ricks College, CSI, NIC, and TVCC to Idaho State University are subject to the Articulation Agreements in effect at the time they completed their associate degrees.
Policies Governing Fulfillment of General Education Requirements by Transfer Students
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 satisfying a General Education Requirement and a similar program requirement with the same course.
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 or the Ricks College, ISU
Institutional 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 eligible for transfer credit consideration under the
provisions of the Statewide Articulation Agreement or the Ricks
College, ISU Articulation Agreement 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 and Bachelor of Business
Administration:
Students transferring to Idaho State University with 58 or more
credits from other institutions and working toward a Bachelor of
Arts 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, 10 A-B, 11 and
12 may be considered as a twelve-hour Social Science
requirement. Those who opt to fulfill Goal 10B also must take
six credits from 9, 11, and/or 12. Transfer students seeking a
Bachelor of Arts degree in the College of Arts and Sciences must
complete Goals 10A and 10B and six more credit hours in 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 Bachelor of
Science or Bachelor of Applied Technology 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 with associate degrees from an accredited institution
will follow the transfer credit guidelines for students with 58
or more credits, as stated above, with the exception of those
transfer students eligible for transfer consideration under the
provisions of the Statewide Articulation Agreement and the Ricks
College, ISU Articulation Agreement.
NOTE: Students and advisors should consult with the Registrar or Office of Admissions about additional agreements. (See also the Statewide Articulation and Associate Degree Policy.
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 non-accredited institutions will be accepted on the
basis of the practice as reported in the Report of Credit Given
by Educational Institutions, published by the American
Association of College Registrars and Admissions
Officers. Credit denied on the basis of such practice may be
sought by examinations.
Other Students
Former Students
Undergraduate, degree-seeking students who have not enrolled for
classes at ISU for a 2-year period of time are required to
reapply and submit the following to the Office of Admissions:
ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED PRIOR TO ENROLLMENT
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 pre-register 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 accepted for admission to Idaho State University who do
not attend their first semester will be allowed to enroll the
next semester without reapplying. Acceptance is granted for a
two (2) semester time frame, however, students MUST complete an
admissions update form or call the Office of Admissions to
provide them with current information prior to being allowed to
enroll for classes, including official transcripts from all
other colleges or universities attended.
Students who have either applied for admission or who have been accepted WILL be required to complete a new application for admission if they have NOT enrolled for classes at ISU for two (2) year period. An additional application fee will be assessed to students who have NOT taken classes at ISU for five (5) or more years. Those who have attended other colleges/universities will be required to submit all official transcripts to the Office of Admissions.
Admission or Re-Admission of Students with Behavioral
Problems
Whenever an applicant for admission or a student (regardless of
the program of study or whether full-time or part-time) exhibits
behavior which poses a substantial threat to himself/herself or
other members of the university community or is disruptive of
the educational processes, said student or applicant will be
subjected to a special screening process. This process has been
formulated as a result of recommendations of a committee of the
faculty and students of this institution and will apply to any
admission or readmission request. In the event that the conduct
or behavior of the individual or any other member of the
university community is disruptive of the educational process of
the institution, these procedures shall apply whether the cause
of the condition is medical, psychiatric, behavioral, otherwise,
or a combination of the above.
Transient Students
Students in good standing from any recognized college or
university, who wish to enroll at Idaho State University for the
purpose of applying those credits to the college or university
last attended, may be admitted as transient students.
Applicants seeking transient student status should obtain the Declaration as a Transient Undergraduate form from the Office of Admissions. In addition, such a student is required to submit an official transcript from the last college attended OR verification from the registrar of that institution that the applicant is a student in good standing at the college. This verification can be made by obtaining the registrar's seal and signature on the lower portion of the declaration form.
The classification of a transient student is valid for one semester or two summer sessions only. This is because of the demands made by employers, bureaus of occupational licenses and teacher certification divisions of the respective state departments of education to have the students entire academic record consolidated on a regular transcript form for purposes of future reference, counseling and issuing of licenses or certificates.
The notation admitted as a transient student will be entered in the memo space of the transcript.
If at the end of the semester or summer session the student wishes to remain at ISU to work toward a degree, s/he must then furnish complete transcripts and test scores for admission as a regular student.
Non-Degree-Seeking Students
A person may make application as a non-degree seeking student if
he/she does not wish to qualify for admission for degree work
but to pursue studies for personal edification. Such a student
may register part-time (maximum 7 credits a semester) and
complete a maximum of 32 undergraduate semester credit
hours. Upon completion of 32 semester credit hours, the student
must complete regular admission procedures at Idaho State
University to enroll for additional degree credits or sign a
non-degree waiver to continue as a non-degree seeking
student. All admission requirements must be met before the
university can assist this student in obtaining a degree. Such a
student will be classified as non-degree seeking until all
admission requirements are met for classification as a regular
student.
High school students may make application as non-degree seeking with the written permission from their principal or counselor, approval from the instructor of the college course/courses they wish to enroll as well as the written signature of the Associate Director for Admissions and Enrollment Programs. High school students meeting the necessary requirements will be allowed to enroll on a part-time (1-7 credits) basis.
A student being admitted to non-degree seeking student status must (1) be a high school graduate or have completed the GED; (2) understand that acceptance in this category does not constitute acceptance to a degree-granting program; (3) have sufficient educational background to qualify for the course or courses in which enrollment is sought; (4) accept personal responsibility for the applicability of credits earned while registered in this category; and (5) understand that students in the non-degree seeking category cannot be considered for federal or state financial aid.
Any deviations from the admission procedures listed will be acted upon by the Associate Director for Admissions and/or the Admissions Committee.
Students enrolled full-time in an Applied Technology program at ISU may also enroll for classes as non-degree seeking students.
International Students
Admission to ISU for international students is dependent upon
credentials showing proof of a capacity for an extra margin of
performance. 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.
Transfer of Credits:
Students completing two- or three-year advanced degrees from
other countries may be considered for undergraduate admission
with possible advanced standing of up to two years (60 credits)
or up to three years (90 credits). Any credits advanced to the
student have been determined acceptable based on a course by
course analysis after official transcripts and a syllabus have
been submitted that describes the individual courses and
programs of study for the student. Educational guides endorsed
by AACRAO (American Association of Collegiate Registrars and
Admissions Officers) are used during the transfer credit
evaluation process. Students who do not agree with the credits
awarded may at their own cost send educational documents to a
Foreign Credentials Evaluation Service and additional credits
MAY be awarded at ISU. Students MAY also petition the academic
departments for credit under certain circumstances.
English Proficiency:
Students from other countries are required to take and receive a
satisfactory score (minimum of 500) on the TOEFL (Test of
English as a Foreign Language). 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, he/she must
submit a statement from a qualified official at his/her school
regarding English proficiency, or if he/she has completed
college level English courses in the United States, grades in
these courses will be considered or TOEFL test scores to
demonstrate proficiency in English. Arrangements to take the
TOEFL examination may be made by writing directly to: TOEFL
Educational Test Service, Campus Box 592, Princeton, New Jersey
08540, U.S.A.
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 bank statement will serve
as proof of the students financial ability to meet his/her
educational costs. The designated sponsor must release funds to
the student when needed to pay for expenses as indicated on the
financial statement. Refer to estimate of costs. 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 of students from countries where
there have been problems with the release of funds for
educational purposes.
Annual Costs of Full-time Attendance at Idaho State University (International Students):
Undergraduate
Expenses Applied Tech Academic
*Tuition and Fees:
New Student $ 9,250 $ 8,408
*Books and Supplies $ 600 $ 600
Room and Board $ 4,132 $ 4,132
**Medical Insurance $ 399 $ 399
Misc. Living Expenses $ 1,500 $ 1,500
***Totals: $15,881 $14,573
Note: Summer School fees were calculated for six (6) credits. Costs
are subject to change.
Married students accompanied by spouse and children must provide
additional funds for them.
*Some academic and most Applied Technology programs require additional
tool or class costs. Students need to contact individual departments
or programs for these costs.
** Students should 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.
***The above prices are based on the 1996/1997 Academic year and are
subject to change. The State Board of Education for Idaho has
consistently increased non-resident tuition and fees 5%-10% per year.
International students are confronted with a different circumstance than resident students or even out-of-state students. These students may need to supplement their personal belongings with purchases after they arrive on campus. In addition, international students may be required to arrange for their own meals during vacations when residence hall cafeterias are closed.
Transfer Verification Report:
International students who have attended any other college or
university in the United States are required to have the
Transfer Verification Report completed by the official
International Student Advisor from their previous
institutions. The form should be submitted to the Office of
Admissions along with a copy of the student's I-20. Information
in this report and the I-20 will help verify the applicants
status with Immigration and Naturalization Services.
Applications:
All international student applications for admission must be
received by June 1 for fall semester, November 1 for spring
semester, and March 1 for the summer session. 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 pre-register 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.
Upon arrival at Idaho State University, International students should contact the International Student Clerk in the Admissions Office on the second floor of the Museum Building, or Dr. Ray Wallace, International Student Advisor, in the Hypostyle (located between the Museum and Student Union Building, Office #384). Students bringing draft checks must have them cleared with the Office of Financial Affairs prior to enrolling. Students should arrive on campus early so that they can find suitable housing, pre-register for classes, and participate in New Student Orientation.
Registration
Questions about academic regulations or registration should be
directed to:
Office of Registration and Records
Idaho State University
Campus Box 8196
Pocatello ID 83209
(208) 236-2661
New Students
You must apply and be accepted for admission. Contact the Office
of Enrollment Planning and Academic Services for referral to a
registration advisor.
Transfer Students You must apply for and be accepted for admission. After notification of admittance you should make an appointment with your major advisor.
Former Students
If you are a student who has attended within the last two years,
you are eligible to enroll without readmission. However, your
program of study may require re-admission, so you must first be
admitted by the department of your major. Also, if any prior
restrictions exist, they must be cleared. You are required to
provide the Office of Admissions with current address, telephone
number, major, and a list of any university or college you have
attended and have not previously reported. Thus, you are
encouraged to contact the Office of Admissions to indicate your
intent to re-enroll. Former students NOT enrolled for two years
must re-apply. Once accepted make an appointment with your major
advisor.
Continuing Students
Students who major within the College of Engineering, selected
departments within the College of Health Professions, and the
College of Pharmacy must see their advisor before attempting to
register.
Pre-registration for all students will be conducted for approximately two 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 deans 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 will be available through the Office of Registration and Records prior to the pre-registration period at the end of each semester.
Part-Time/Full-Time Student Status
Most "full-time" undergraduate students who plan to graduate in
four years enroll for an academic semester load of 16 credits,
and most "full-time" graduate students enroll for an academic
semester load of 9 credits. Definitions of full and part-time
student status differ for financial aid, ASISU, and NCAA
eligibility, and students who intend to meet these requirements
may want to verify their full-time status directly with these
agencies. At the present time, undergraduate students must
enroll for 12 credits or more for financial aid and for NCAA
eligibility as a full time student. A semester load of at least
6 credit hours is required for financial aid eligibility as a
half time undergraduate student. To qualify for ASISU elective
or˙appointive office, a student must enroll in at least 8
credit hours. For purposes of fee collection, "full-time" fees
are assessed whenever the semester load is 8 credits or more.
Expenses
The following fee rates are those effective for the Fall 1996
semester, and are subject to change without advance notice. (See
Policy Statement Concerning Catalog Contents at the beginning of
this catalog.)
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, or special materials fees.
Enrollment Fees
Academic Undergraduate and School of Applied Technology Semester
Fees (Full-time/8 credit hours or more)
Per Semester* Per Year*
Resident $ 1,062.50 $ 2,125
Non-resident
Prior to Summer 92 $ 2,737.50 $ 5,475
Continuing 92 $ 2,987.50 $ 5,975
Continuing 93 $ 3,240.50 $ 6,481
Continuing 94 $ 3,524.50 $ 7,049
Continuing 95 $ 3,899.50 $ 7,799
*Students are required to pay the Student Health Insurance premium of
$199.50 per semester as a part of full-time fees. International
students taking 3 credits or more also incur the insurance
charge. Students may request a refund of the insurance premium through
the ASISU Student Insurance Office. Application must be made by the
10th day of classes. Insurance refunds will be issued by the insurance
carrier, NOT by ISU.
School of Applied Technology Session Fees (See School of Applied Technology Section.)
Room & Board Expenses Per Academic Year
Double Room with Meal Plan A $3,420
Double Room with Meal Plan B $3,220
Double Room with Meal Plan C $3,050
Double Room with Meal Plan D $2,450
Single Room with Meal Plan A $3,860
Single Room with Meal Plan B $3,490
Single Room with Meal Plan C $3,490
Single Room with Meal Plan D $2,890
Efficiency Apartments, Graduate $1,000/semester; $2,000/year
Student Residence Complex
(single room with private bath),
meal plan not mandatory
One person occupancy $245/month
One Bedroom Apartments: large $330/month
family housing, graduate and
non-traditional students
One Bedroom Apartments, Small: $300/month
graduate & non-traditional
Two Bedroom Apartments *$390/month
Family Housing: maximum
4 person occupancy
*Apartment rates include all utilities. The above expenses do
not include the cost of laundry, bedding, books, or personal
items which vary greatly depending on the tastes, demands, or
financial means of the individual student.
These prices are effective 1996/1997and are subject to change.
Other Fees and Charges
Application Fee (academic and School of Applied Technology students):
Undergraduate $20
Graduate $30
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.
Remediation Fees
Payment of remediation fees is required for Developmental
Mathematics (Math 50), Developmental Algebra (Math 51), and
Basic Writing (Engl 51). See the class schedule for fees
required for these courses.
Credit by Examination $ 15 per cr. hour (payable at ISU Cashiers Office prior to examination)
For more information, see Credit by Examination under Academic Requirements in this catalog.
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.
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 Personnel Office, Administration Building basement. Verification of employment and authorization forms for reduction in fees can be obtained from the Personnel Office.
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 non-refundable. No department or employee of the university, other than those specifically authorized, has the authority to waive the fee.
Part-time Fees:
Undergraduate $ 86.00 per credit hour
Non-Resident $168.00 per credit hour
Graduate $110.50 per credit hour
Non-Resident $192.50 per credit hour
Pharmacy Professional Fee
Full time resident $ 475
Full time new non-resident $1,620
Non-traditional resident $ 80.00 per hour
Non-traditional non-resident
continuing $ 278.00 per hour
Non-traditional non-resident
new $ 373.00 per hour
Physical Therapy Professional Fees (per semester)
Resident $ 475.00
Non-resident $1,620.00
Physician Assistant Professional Fees (per semester-three semesters per year)
Resident $2,440
Non-resident $2,960
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 fees.
Special Music Fee $125 per cr. hour
Applies to non-music majors or minors only. Music fee waivers,
which are administered by the Music Department Chairperson, are
granted to all full-time music majors (12 credit hours or more)
for all required private performance study leading to a B.A.,
B.S., B. M., or B.M.E. degree. Students receiving a fee waiver
must concurrently be enrolled for credit in a major ensemble.
Transcript Fee $3
VTE Competency Credit Fee (College of Education) $130
Idaho Residency Requirements for Fee Payment
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:
Suzanne Peck
(208)-236-2476
ISU Admissions Office
Campus Box 8270
Pocatello, ID 83209
A "non-resident" 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 non-residency
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 NON-RESIDENTS 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
Idaho State University Applications for Non-resident Tuition
Waivers are available to students from:
Office of Registration and Records
Idaho State University
Box 8196
Pocatello, ID 83209
(208)236-2661
A Non-resident 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 non-resident tuition waivers at Idaho State University under reciprocal agreements with these states.
Time accrued while receiving a non-resident fee waiver will NOT contribute towards the length of time required for Idaho residency status.
Refund Policy
The Refund Policy applies to all for-credit classes regardless
of location of the class.
This policy does not include the advance deposits required by the School of Applied Technology and by the Dental Hygiene, Physical Therapy, and Physician Assistant programs in the 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:
Academic and School of Applied Technology Semester:
Before and during the first week of classes 100% (less a
registration processing charge of $10)
During the second week of classes 75%
During the third and fourth week of classes 50%
After the fourth week of classes NO REFUNDS
School of Applied Technology Session:
Before and during the first week of classes 100% (less a
registration processing charge of $10)
During the second week of classes 50%
After the second week of classes NO REFUNDS
For classes, seminars and workshops with non-standard 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 School of Applied Technology or academic departments.
Non-refundable fee charges/payments:
Refunds for exceptional circumstances:
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.
Deductions from calculated/authorized refund:
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:
Any balance is refunded to the student.
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 pro-rated
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
The cancellation of registration and withholding of academic
credit of any student with a delinquent account or an
unsatisfactory financial relationship with the Business Office
is authorized, without further notice, provided an attempt has
been made to notify the student by the campus department in
which the hold originated. This regulation may be invoked at the
discretion of the financial vice president in cases of disregard
in the settlement of returned checks, residence hall damage,
library fines, telephone toll charges, overdue notes, traffic
fines, room and/or board charges, apartment rental charges, etc.
Dishonored Check Policy
A charge of $15 is assessed each time a check is returned; this
amount is charged to the student's account and s/he is so
notified. If the check is not cleared within ten days, a second
notice is sent and a hold placed on his/her records.
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.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
A significant number of students receive financial assistance at
ISU. Students frequently receive assistance from a variety of
funding sources; e.g., Pell Grant plus an ISU Freshman
Scholarship plus College Work Study.
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 Work Study
Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208)236-2756
Off-campus (part-time or temporary)
Student Employment Office
Room 429, Museum Building
(208)236-2778
On-campus (part-time)
Student Employment/University Departments/Financial Aid
Office/Student Employment Office
Student Union Building
(208) 236-2778
International Students (off-campus)
International Student Advisor
Room 384, Hypostyle
(208)236-2315
International Students (on-campus)
Various university offices
Graduate Assistantships, Fellowships
Academic Department Chairpersons/Graduate School
Room 205, Fine Arts Building
(208)236-2150
Grants
Athletic Grants-in-Aid
Director of Athletics
Holt Arena (208)236-2771
Federal Pell Grant
State Student Incentive Grants
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208)236-2756
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)236-2756
Short Term Loans
Academic and School of Applied Technology Students
Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208)236-2756
International Students
International Student Advisor
Room 384, Hypostyle
(208)236-2315
Non-Resident Tuition Waivers
Academic Merit
Registrar
Room 319, Museum Building
(208)236-2661
Athletics
Director of Athletics
Holt Arena
(208)236-2771
Need Based
Financial Aid Office
Room 337, Museum Building
(208)236-2756
International Students
International Student Advisor
Room 384, Hypostyle
(208)236-2315
Graduate Students
Graduate School
Room 205, Fine Arts Building
(208)236-2150
Utah & Washington Residents
Registrar
Room 319, Museum Building
(208)236-2661
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)
Admissions Office
Room 319, Museum Building
(208)236-2475
NOTE: Time accrued while receiving any of the above 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)236-3315
Academic Department Chairpersons
Athletics
Director of Athletics
Holt Arena
(208)236-2771
Graduate Students
Graduate School
Room 205, Fine Arts Building
(208)236-2150
Related to Major Course of Study
College/School Scholarship Committee or Department Chair
Scholarship Office
Room 327, Museum Building
(208)236-3315
School of Applied Technology Students
School of Applied Technology
Student Services
RFC Building
(208)236-2622
Service Awards
ASISU (Senate, Program Board, Bengal)
ASISU Office
Room 399, Hypostyle
(208)236-3435
Related to Talent (e.g., music, drama)
Academic Department Chairpersons
Veterans Educational Benefits
Veterans Clerk/Registrar
Room 319, Museum Building
(208)236-2661
Financial Aid Office
Financial aid is help for meeting college costs: both direct
educational costs (such as tuition, fees, books, etc.) and
personal living expenses (such as food, housing, and
transportation). Each year thousands of students attending our
university rely upon student assistance funds to meet some of
their college costs. The majority of our students rely upon
student assistance programs which are managed by the Financial
Aid Office and whose sources of funds are from the federal and
state governments.
Major financial aid programs available through the Financial Aid Office include the following: FEDERAL WORK STUDY; FEDERAL PERKINS LOANS; SPECIAL NON-RESIDENT WAIVERS; STATE STUDENT INCENTIVE GRANTS; FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANTS; FEDERAL PELL GRANT; FEDERAL FORD DIRECT STUDENT LOANS; and FEDERAL FORD DIRECT PARENT LOANS FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS.
The application form used for financial aid programs through the Financial Aid Office is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA will cover an application period for a school year and summer session. For example, to apply for financial aid for the School Year 1996-97 and/or Summer Session 1997, a student needs to complete the FAFSA for the School Year 1996-97. Students are encouraged to file a FAFSA for the subsequent school year and/or summer session using completed tax information from 1995.
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 student's 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; maintain satisfactory academic progress; 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) 236-2756.
Scholarships
The majority of scholarships at ISU are administered by the
Director of Scholarships with the assistance of various
University committees. Scholarship funds are made possible
through student fees, the generosity of individuals, and
contributions of business, labor, fraternal, and professional
organizations.
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) 236-3315
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 Registrar's Office for a scholar-related nonresident tuition waivers or Washington/Utah reciprocity nonresident tuition waivers information and applications.
Academic Requirements
Courses Required of All Degree-Seeking Students
All degree-seeking students must fulfill departmental, General
Education, and general graduation requirements for their
particular fields of study. Departmental graduation requirements
are course concentration requirements for a major in each field
of study, and are listed under the college to which the
department belongs. General Education requirements are course
distribution requirements for particular degrees, as listed
below. Graduation requirements regarding credits, grades, and
residence are common to all bachelor's degrees and are described
in the section following the General Education listing.
The General Education Program
ISU's General Education program is the foundation for degrees in
the arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, health
professions, pharmacy, and a Bachelor of Applied Technology
(BAT) that combines an Applied Technology program with a
foundation in general education and a supporting field. As a
common foundation, general education is jointly owned by all the
colleges even through almost all the courses that fulfill the
requirements are taught in the College of Arts and Sciences.
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 School of Applied 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 degree in the College of Arts and Sciences must complete all goals. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Fine Arts and the Bachelor of Music Education must complete all goals except 10B. Students pursuing the Bachelor of Business Administration and the Bachelor of Applied Technology, 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 degree 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
Goal 1:
To express ideas in clear, logical, and grammatically correct
written English. 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 51 (non-credit), ENGL 101, or ENGL 201. Goal 1 is satisfied when the student has passed ENGL 201 with a grade of "C" or better.
Placement:
Advanced Placement Options: Qualified students may satisfy the ENGL 101 requirement by two means: