Undergraduate Catalog 2021-2022
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8.375x 10.875 Undergraduate .50” UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG 2021–2022 3/21/21 8:17 PM Policy Statement This catalog is the official announcement of the programs, requirements, and regulations of the University, and students enrolling in the University are subject to the provisions as stated. It is the respon- sibility of every student to follow the standards and expectations contained in this catalog, as well as those in the student handbook, The Oracle. Fees and other charges, courses, requirements, and conditions are subject to change without notice. The University reserves the right to cancel any class or section for insuf- ficient enrollment. Although the publisher of this catalog has made every reasonable effort to attain factu- al accuracy herein, no responsibility is assumed for editorial, clerical or printing errors or errors occa- sioned by honest mistake. All information contained in this catalog is subject to change by appropriate officials of Troy University without prior notice. Troy University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, color, race, national origin, gen- der, political or religious opinions or affiliations, disability, disabled veteran/Vietnam-era Veteran status or sexual preference/orientation in its admissions, education, employment, or access to its programs. The University fully complies with the following: Civil Rights Act of 1964 and its amendments; Federal Exec- utive Order 11246; Educational Amendments of 1972 and 1974; the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1972; Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974; and the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994. Disclosure of a student’s social security number is voluntary and not mandatory, and this University is au- thorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students. The University complies with guidelines and regu- lations established by the Department of Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration of the United States Government. 2021-2022 Troy University Undergraduate Catalog Troy University Troy, Alabama 36082 (334) 670-3000 my.troy.edu Please consult the Troy University website for changes that may have occurred. 2 TROY UNIVERSITY ACCREDITATION, MEMBERSHIPS AND AFFILIATIONS Troy University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, master’s, education specialist, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commis- sion on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Troy University. Refer to the college sections of this catalog for information regarding specialized accreditation. Troy University is accredited by the following: Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education Commission on Sport Management Accreditation Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation Council on Social Work Education National Association of Schools of Music Network of International Business Schools Troy University is a member of the following: Alabama Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Alabama Association of Higher Education in Business Alabama Association of College Administrators Alabama Council of Administrators of Professional Nursing Education Programs American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education American Association of State Colleges and Universities Council on Education American Council on Education Council for Adult and Experiential Learning International Association of Schools of Social Work National League for Nursing National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties National Strength and Conditioning Association - Education Recognition Program Southern Business Administration Association Southern Council on Collegiate Education for Nursing State of Alabama Association of Colleges of Nursing Troy University is affiliated with the following: Service Member’s Opportunity College 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information ............................................................................................................................................... 5 Student Services ..................................................................................................................................................... 9 Admissions ........................................................................................................................................................... 15 Academic Regulations.......................................................................................................................................... 19 Tuition and Expenses............................................................................................................................................ 33 Financial Assistance ............................................................................................................................................. 35 Degrees and Required Credit Hours ..................................................................................................................... 49 General Studies Program ...................................................................................................................................... 50 Specialized Curricula............................................................................................................................................ 51 College of Arts and Sciences ................................................................................................................................ 55 Sorrell College of Business .................................................................................................................................. 70 College of Communication and Fine Arts ............................................................................................................ 78 College of Education ............................................................................................................................................ 88 College of Health and Human Services ................................................................................................................ 97 Course Descriptions............................................................................................................................................ 106 Board of Trustees, Administration and Faculty .................................................................................................. 210 Emeritus Faculty ................................................................................................................................................. 224 Appendices ......................................................................................................................................................... 227 Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 231 4 UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT Troy University is a public institution comprised of a network which promote the welfare of the individual student. Troy Univer- of campuses throughout Alabama and worldwide. International in sity's dedicated faculty and staff promote discovery and explora- scope, Troy University provides a variety of educational programs tion of knowledge and its application to life-long success through at the undergraduate and graduate levels for a diverse student body effective teaching, service, creative partnerships, scholarship and in traditional, nontraditional, and emerging electronic formats. research. Academic programs are supported by a variety of student services WELCOME TO TROY UNIVERSITY Troy University’s history of teaching excellence dates to its In 2005, the separately accredited campuses were merged founding in February 1887 as Troy Normal School. From the out- into a single university structure forming Troy University. This set, the institution quickly earned a reputation for innovation and name change represented the fifth major advancement in the sto- accessibility. Troy Normal became Troy State Teacher’s College ried, dynamic rise of the University to national and international in 1929, Troy State College in 1957, and Troy State University in prominence. Today, Troy University serves students in Alabama, 1967. throughout the United States and around the world. The Montgomery Campus earned independent accreditation The Troy University calendar may be found at in 1983, as did the Dothan Campus in 1985. The Phenix City www.troy.edu/calendar. Campus and the locations around the nation and the world admin- istered by the Troy Global Campus have always operated under the accreditation of the Troy Campus. GENERAL INFORMATION · 5 GENERAL INFORMATION For information about the features of each Troy University location, please consult the university website. Students may also contact their academic advisers or registrar. addition, it works to create a bridge between the community and Academic Support the international students. It coordinates degree programs offered in Malaysia, and Vietnam. The Center for International Programs