Reinhardt University Graduate Academic Catalog 2014-2015
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Graduate Academic Catalog 2014–2015 RReeiinnhhaarrddtt UUnniivveerrssiittyy GGrraadduuaattee AAccaaddeemmiicc CCaattaalloogg 22001144‐‐22001155 The Graduate Academic Catalog of Reinhardt University provides current information regarding educational programs, class offerings, academic regulations and procedures. Students are expected to familiarize themselves thoroughly with program and degree requirements pertaining to their majors and with general regulations governing academic work and progress. Statements in the Graduate Academic Catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and the University. While provisions of the Graduate Academic Catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated, Reinhardt University reserves the right to change any provision listed herein, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. Information on all changes will be available in the Office of Graduate Studies. Reinhardt University is an equal opportunity institution. The University is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities to qualified persons regardless of economic situation or social status. Reinhardt does not discriminate in any of its policies, programs, or activities on the basis of race, age, culture, nationality, socioeconomic status, gender, religious belief, sexual orientation, physical disability, or ideology. Information in this catalog is accurate as of the date of publication. Reinhardt University reserves the right to make changes in University policies, procedures and catalog information in accordance with sound academic and fiscal practice. Please consult the University website at www.reinhardt.edu for recent updates. Office of the Graduate Studies (770)720-5797 [email protected] www.Reinhardt.edu/graduate July 1, 2014 Reinhardt University Graduate Academic Catalog 2014‐2015 Page 1 WELCOME TO GRADUATE STUDIES AT REINHARDT UNIVERSITY _______________________________________________ Reinhardt University is known for its strong emphasis on teaching with small class sizes and mentoring relationships that continue beyond graduation. At the graduate level, Reinhardt University continues this tradition with several distinctive programs for advanced study. Our Advantage Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is career-focused, allowing you to combine current business theory with real-world applications, even in your own business or workplace. Our Master of Music (MM) degree allows you to further refine your musical knowledge, skills, and talents. Each concentration—Composition, Conducting, Music Education, Performance, or Piano Pedagogy—allows you to focus your skills, while working in the elegant Falany Performing Arts Center with its leading-edge acoustics. Our Education degrees, whether Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) or Master of Education (M.Ed.), can prepare you to design curricula based on practical classroom experience and the latest theories about responsive teaching to address diverse learning styles. The Reading Endorsement Program provides a way for certified teachers to strengthen their professional credentials. The Reinhardt Master of Public Administration (MPA) will teach you how to balance political concerns and management theory in public administration. All of our graduate programs are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). They will provide you with knowledge of the current literature and theory of your chosen field. You will also gain the critical thinking, research, and communication skills to help you grow professionally so that you can move forward in your career path in a global society. The Reinhardt University Office of Graduate Studies is here to help you make a successful transition from the workplace or undergraduate degree to graduate study. If I can help you in any way, please let me know. Margaret M. Morlier, Ph.D. Associate Vice President for Graduate Study Reinhardt University 770-720-5579 [email protected] Reinhardt University Graduate Academic Catalog 2014‐2015 Page 2 GRADUATE STUDIES ACADEMIC CATALOG TABLE OF CONTENTS ______________________________________________ Statement of Purpose ............................................ 1 Graduate Academic Policies .......................... 22 Definition of Academic Credit .................................... 22 Welcome ..................................................................... 2 Academic Integrity ...................................................... 22 Table of Contents .................................................... 3 Academic Performance ............................................... 24 Graduate Satisfactory Performance ......................... 24 Graduate Academic Calendar .......................... 4 Academic Probation ................................................. 24 Student Responsibility Statement .................................... 4 Academic Dismissial ................................................ 25 Fall Semester 2014 .......................................................... 4 Grading Policies .......................................................... 25 Spring Semester 2015 ..................................................... 4 Course Load ................................................................ 26 Summer Semester 2015 ................................................. 5 Degree Candidacy ....................................................... 26 Petitions and Appeals .................................................. 26 General Information ............................................... 6 Grade Appeal ........................................................... 26 Introduction to Reinhardt University ............................. 6 Enrollment Related Appeal ...................................... 26 Accreditation ................................................................... 6 Non-grade Grievance ............................................... 27 The Purposes of Graduate Study ...................................... 6 Advising/Registration .................................................. 27 University History .......................................................... 7 Drop/Add Policies .................................................... 27 University Mission Statement ........................................ 7 Residency ................................................................... 28 Statement of Faith .......................................................... 8 Transfer Credit ............................................................ 28 Institutional Committment ............................................... 8 Facilities........................................................................... 9 McCamish School of Business ...................... 29 Policy Statements .......................................................... 12 Master of Business Administration (MBA) ............... 29 Title VI ..................................................................... 12 Title IX ..................................................................... 12 Price School of Education ............................... 33 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 .......... 13 Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Early Access to Student Information ................................... 13 Childhood Education .............................................. 33 Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Early Graduate Studies Admission .......................... 14 Childhood Education .............................................. 39 Application documents required .................................. 14 Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Special Education ... 44 International Students .................................................. 14 Reading Endorsement .............................................. 49 Application Process ..................................................... 15 Admission Statuses ...................................................... 15 School of Mathematics and Science .......... 50 Non-degree seeking admission .................................... 15 Master of Public Administration (MPA) ................... 50 Tuition & Fees ........................................................ 17 School of Performing Arts .............................. 55 The Business Office ..................................................... 17 Master of Music (MM) ............................................ 55 Expenses ...................................................................... 17 Concentration in Conducting .................................. 59 Payment Policies .......................................................... 17 Concentration in Music Education ......................... 60 Refund Policies ............................................................ 18 Concentration in Piano Pedagogy ........................... 61 Withdrawal from the University .................................. 19 Concentration in Performance ............................... 62 Concentration in Composition ............................... 62 Financial Aid ............................................................ 20 The Office of Student Financial Aid ............................ 20 Course Descriptions ........................................... 63 Types of Graduate Financial Aid ................................. 20 Federal Loans ...........................................................