Graduate Catalog 2020–21
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Graduate Catalog 2020–21 Auburn University at Montgomery presents this catalog to its graduate students, prospective graduate students, employees and others to inform them about the admission process, degree programs and requirements, course descriptions, regulations, faculty members and other pertinent information. The statements made in this catalog are for informational purposes only and do not constitute a contract between the student and AUM. While Auburn University at Montgomery reserves the right to make changes to its policies, regulations, curriculum and other items listed in this catalog without actual notice to students, the information accurately reflects policy and progress requirements for graduation effective August 1, 2020. These changes will govern current and formerly enrolled students. Enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions. Auburn Montgomery will make every effort to keep students advised on any such changes. Information on changes will be available online at www.aum.edu. It is important that each student be aware of their individual responsibility to keep apprised of current graduation requirements for their degree program. I certify that this catalog is true and correct in content and policy as required by 38CFR21.4258(d)(1). Dr. Mrinal Mugdh Varma Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor GRAD CATALOG 2020—2021 1 Contents Letter from Provost ...........................................................................................................................................................1 Table of Contents ..............................................................................................................................................................2 Accreditation ................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Academic Calendars, Class Meeting Times and Final Examination Schedule ..................................................... 10 Graduate Degrees.......................................................................................................................................................... 10 Mission of the University ............................................................................................................................................... 12 University Identity and Core Values ............................................................................................................................ 12 Core Values ..................................................................................................................................................................... 12 AUM Library .................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Center for Disabilities Services .................................................................................................................................... 13 Counseling and Health Promotion Services (CHPS)................................................................................................. 13 Warhawk Academic Success Center ........................................................................................................................... 14 Student Success Advisors ............................................................................................................................................. 14 Curtiss Check In .............................................................................................................................................................. 14 Learning Center and Instructional Support Lab (LC.ISL).......................................................................................... 14 Housing and Residence Life ......................................................................................................................................... 15 Accountability and Advocacy ....................................................................................................................................... 15 Career Development Center ........................................................................................................................................ 15 Tuition, Fees and Other Charges ................................................................................................................................. 16 Payment of Tuition, Fees, and Other Charges ........................................................................................................... 16 Acceptance of Financial Responsibility ...................................................................................................................... 17 Checks .............................................................................................................................................................................. 17 Registration Cancellation .............................................................................................................................................. 17 Re-registration ................................................................................................................................................................ 18 Student Account Holds ................................................................................................................................................. 18 Request for Financial Clearance .................................................................................................................................. 18 Registration and Refunds .............................................................................................................................................. 18 Course Waiver/Refund Policy ....................................................................................................................................... 19 Veterans ........................................................................................................................................................................... 19 Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability Act of 2014 ....................................................................................... 19 Complaint Policy ............................................................................................................................................................ 20 2 GRAD CATALOG 2020—2021 Yellow Ribbon Program Agreement ........................................................................................................................... 20 Office of Financial Aid ................................................................................................................................................... 21 Federal Financial Aid Programs ................................................................................................................................... 21 Satisfactory Academic Progress for Federal Financial Aid Recipients ................................................................... 22 Return of Title IV Funds ................................................................................................................................................. 22 Educational Benefits for Veterans ............................................................................................................................... 23 VA Complaint Policy ...................................................................................................................................................... 24 General University Policies ........................................................................................................................................... 24 Equal Opportunity Statement ...................................................................................................................................... 24 Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities ..................................................................................................... 24 Drug-Free Campus and Workplace Policy ................................................................................................................. 25 Policy Regarding Prohibited Discrimination and Harassment of Students .......................................................... 25 Civil Rights Compliance ............................................................................................................................................... 26 Non-discrimination Statement ..................................................................................................................................... 26 Title IX (Sex/Gender Discrimination) .......................................................................................................................... 26 Smoke/Vaping-Free and Tobacco-Free Campus Policy ........................................................................................... 28 Dangerous Weapons Policy.......................................................................................................................................... 28 Student Educational Records Policy ........................................................................................................................... 28 General Information .....................................................................................................................................................