Montclair State University 2004-2006 Undergraduate Catalog Montclair State University at a Glance
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Montclair State University 2004-2006 Undergraduate Catalog Montclair State University at a Glance Location: Degrees Offered: 247-acre campus, at the intersection of Valley Road and Normal Avenue, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, Montclair, New Jersey (Essex County), one mile south of intersection of Master of Arts, Master of Arts in Teaching, Master of Business Administration, Valley Road and Route 46. Main entrance on Normal Avenue. Master of Education, Master of Fine Arts, Master of Science, and Doctor of Education, Doctor of Environmental Management. Background: Established in 1908; is a state-assisted, coeducational, comprehensive public Facilities: teaching university with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs Facilities on the main campus include twenty academic buildings, five and a commitment to excellence in instruction and research. Has offered administrative buildings, the Student Center, Sprague Library, Panzer Gymnasium Master of Arts programs since 1932, Master of Business Administration since with pool and fitness center , a child care center, recreation fields, various service 1981, Master of Education since 1985, Master of Science since 1992, Master buildings including an 1,100-space parking deck, the Red Hawk Diner, Yogi of Fine Arts since 1998, Doctor of Education since 1999, and Doctor of Berra Museum and Learning Center, Yogi Berra Stadium, and Floyd Hall Ice Environmental Management since 2003. Arena. Housing for over 3,100 students is provided in eight residence life facilities, including 212 apartments in the newly constructed Village at Little Enrollment: Falls. Construction has commenced on the 500-seat Alexander Kasser Theater scheduled to open in Summer 2004. A state of the art new academic building, About 11,375 undergraduates and 3,825 graduate students in Fall 2003. scheduled to open in 2005, is also under construction. Students come from all New Jersey counties, from other states, and from foreign countries. Approximately 3,100 live on campus with the remainder living in off-campus accommodations or commuting from home. Costs: Annual tuition and fees (2004-2005): $7,255.16-new student, $6,792.90-returning Faculty: student, (based on 30 semester hours, undergraduate, New Jersey resident). Annual room and board (2003-2004): $8,860 (based on a single room and 496 authorized lines. maximum meal plan). Rates are subject to change without notice. Accreditation: Financial Aid: Accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Some form of aid is provided to approximately 67 percent of qualified full-time Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA undergraduate students. Aid is available as loans, grants, employment and a small 19104, telephone 215-662-5606. For a complete statement on Accreditations number of scholarships. Part-time undergraduate students are also eligible for and Memberships, refer to the Table of Contents for the page number. some programs. Assistance, primarily loans, is also available for eligible graduate students. Montclair State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution. In compliance with relevant federal and state civil rights legislation, Montclair State does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, genetic information, or physical capability in the operation of its educational program and activities (admission, access to programs and course offerings, competitive and intramural athletics, counseling, student and other employment, use of facilities, and campus sponsored extracurricular activities). Inquiries relating to equal opportunity/affirmative action issues may be directed to the offices of Student Development and Campus Life or Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action. Montclair State University recognizes its responsibility to foster an atmosphere of respect, understanding and good will among all individuals and groups, with special sensitivity to those most likely to be subjected to disrespect, abuse and misunderstanding because of their race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual preference, age or disabling condition. The goal is to create an unbiased community where all individuals feel free to express themselves in ways that are appropriate in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural society, and to pursue their work and study in an atmosphere that values individuality and diversity. Underlying this statement is a respect for differences of opinion and freedom of speech. We must be diligent, however, to assure that differences do not degenerate into name-calling or insulting of individuals or groups. Such behavior can be destructive of courtesy and civility and endangers the environment needed for engaging in productive dialogue. Montclair State condemns any behavior that devalues persons and endangers the learning and work environment. Such behavior includes, but is not limited to, threats or acts of physical violence, verbal abuse, harassment, and discrimination. Montclair State encourages the practice of this human relations statement in every aspect of campus life. Montclair State University is subject to NJSA 26:3D-15 through 21 (Health and Vital Statistics) on smoking in public places. In compliance with this law, the University prohibits the smoking or carrying of lighted cigars, cigarettes, pipes, or any matter or substance that contains tobacco in all indoor spaces on the Montclair State campus. Indoor smoking is permitted only in private, fully-enclosed student residence hall rooms. If the room is jointly occupied, smoking is permitted only by consensus of all individuals occupying the room. Any member of the campus community may ask an individual to comply with the provisions of this regulation or may file a complaint with University Police, who may issue a summons. Any individual who fails to comply is subject to a fine (typically $25-$200) as determined by the local court where the summons is filed. The Undergraduate Catalog of Montclair State University is published biennially and presents announcements of general information, general academic regulations, and the academic program extant at the date of publication. Montclair State reserves the right to change any of its announcements, regulations or requirements at any time without notice or obligation. The Office of Academic Affairs is responsible for the preparation of the content of this publication. June, 2004 Undergraduate Catalog 2004-2006 Montclair State University (973) 655-4000 (800) 624-7780 Web-site: www.montclair.edu Admissions Russ Hall (973) 655-4444 (800) 331-9205 FAX (973) 655-7700 E-mail: [email protected] Financial Aid 321 College Hall (973) 655-4461 Web-site: www:montclair.edu/financialaid E-mail: [email protected] Registrar 204 College Hall (973) 655-4376 FAX (973) 655-7371 Web-site: www.montclair.edu/registrar E-mail: [email protected] Residence Life 411 Bohn Hall (973) 655-5188 FAX (973) 655-5400 Table of Contents About Montclair State University...........................................................................................1 Statement on the Undergraduate Program............................................................................3 Montclair State University Majors, Concentrations, Minors, and Certificate Programs.4 Accreditations, Approvals and Memberships........................................................................7 Colleges and Schools of the University ...................................................................................8 Academic Calendar ................................................................................................................11 Admissions ..............................................................................................................................13 Tuition and Fees .....................................................................................................................16 Resources and Facilities .........................................................................................................18 Division of Student Development and Campus Life ...........................................................23 Academic Success Center .................................................................................................23 Admissions .........................................................................................................................24 Dean of Students ................................................................................................................25 Financial Aid......................................................................................................................27 Intercollegiate Athletics ....................................................................................................27 Residence Life ....................................................................................................................28 Student Center ...................................................................................................................28 Student Activities...............................................................................................................28 University Police Department ...........................................................................................30 Academic Policies and Procedures........................................................................................32