KAPLAN UNIVERSITY CATALOG / Calendar Year 2006–2007 Kaplan University Contact Information KAPLAN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS ONLINE PROGRAMS/ADMISSIONS ONLINE SUPPORT CENTERS PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT CENTER 1801 East Kimberly Road, Suite 1 6301 Kaplan University Avenue 6301 Kaplan University Avenue 550 West Van Buren Street, 7th Floor Davenport, IA 52807 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 Chicago, IL 60607 Tel: 563.355.3500 Tel: 866.527.5268 (Toll Free) Tel: 866.522.7747 (Toll Free) Fax: 800.582.9261 (Toll Free) Tel: 800.747.1035 (Toll Free) Office for Returning Students Email: [email protected] Fax: 563.355.1320 Tel: 888.252.7895, ext. 4911 (Toll Free) 550 West Van Buren Street, 7th Floor 4646 East Van Buren Street Chicago, IL 60607 ONLINE REGISTRAR’S OFFICE Tel: 312.777.6100 550 West Van Buren Street, 7th Floor Phoenix, AZ 85008 Chicago, IL 60607 Tel: 866.527.5268 (Toll Free) Tel: 800.817.8272 (Toll Free) Fax: 800.588.4127 (Toll Free) When confirming accreditation, please note that Kaplan University is located in Iowa. FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (ONLINE) CHICAGO, IL (ONLINE) DAVENPORT, IA (ONSITE) PHOENIX, AZ (ONLINE) Academic Advising X X X Admissions X X X X Financial Aid X XX Online Registrar’s Office X Support Services X X Kaplan University Program Offerings PROGRAM ONLINE CAMPUS PROGRAM ONLINE CAMPUS MASTER’S DEGREES Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning X Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration/Management X X Master of Business Administration X Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems X X Master of Science in Criminal Justice X Associate of Applied Science in Criminal Justice X X Master of Education X Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting X X Newsweek Master of Business Administration X Associate of Applied Science in Medical Office Management X X Associate of Applied Science in Medical Transcription X X BACHELOR’S DEGREES Associate of Applied Science in Paralegal Studies X X Advanced Start Associate of Applied Science in Travel Business Management X Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Business X X Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Communication X X Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice X X DIPLOMA PROGRAMS Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Information Technology X X Accounting Assistant X Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies X X Business Management X Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Management X X Computer Systems Technician X Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies X X Medical Assistant X Travel Professional X Bachelor of Science Bachelor of Science in Business X X CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS Bachelor of Science in Communication X X Corrections X X Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice X X Information Technology Pathway X X Bachelor of Science in Information Technology X X Internet and Website Development X X Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies X X Introduction to Computer Programming Language X X Bachelor of Science in Management X X Iowa Teacher Intern X X Bachelor of Science in Nursing X Legal Secretary X X Bachelor of Science in Paralegal Studies X X Nurse Assistant Preparation X X Pathway to Paralegal Postbaccalaureate X X ASSOCIATE’S DEGREES Private Security X X Associate of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies X X Professional Development for Teachers X X Associate of Science in Nursing X Travel Associate X Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration/Accounting X X Kaplan University Table of Contents University Information Definition of an Academic Year 20 Mission, Purposes, Philosophy, and History 2 Dropping or Adding Courses 21 Accrediting Agencies, Approvals, and Memberships 2 Externship or Clinical 21 Academic Resource Center 3 Graduation Requirements 21 Electronic Information Access 3 Hours of Operation 22 Online Library 3 Leave of Absence 22 Online Platform 4 Makeup Standards 23 Onsite Facilities 4 Program Transfers 23 KU on Campus Facilities 4 Refresher Courses for Graduates 23 Statement of Assessment 4 Suspension and Dismissal 23 Transcripts and Certifications 23 Admissions Information Transfer of Credit to Other Schools 24 Withdrawal From the University 24 Acceptance to the University 5 Admissions Requirements and Procedures 5 Returning Students 9 Academic Standards Applicants for Stand-Alone Course Enrollment 10 Academic Grading System 25 Iowa Postsecondary Enrollment Act 10 Academic Progress Standards 26 Placement Assessment 10 Extended Enrollment Student 28 Policy of Nondiscrimination 10 Honors and Awards 28 Prior Learning Assessment 11 Pass/Fail Option 28 Credit by Examination 11 Plagiarism Policy 29 Experiential Learning Portfolios 11 Reinstatement Procedures 29 Transfer of Credit 11 Repeated Courses 30 Transfer of Credit Between Kaplan Higher Education Schools 13 Technology Requirements 13 Financial Information Enrollment Status 31 Student Information and Services Financial Aid Services 31 Academic Freedoms and Student Responsibilities 14 Refund Policy 31 Career Services 14 Scholarships 32 Conduct 14 Tuition and Fees 32 Crime Awareness and Campus Security 16 Directory Information Public Notice 16 Programs Drug and Alcohol Abuse Awareness and Prevention 16 Core Curriculum 34 Electronic Communications Policy 16 Arts and Sciences Programs 36 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) 17 Business Programs 40 Guidance Services 17 Criminal Justice Programs 54 Personal Appearance 17 Education Programs 62 Personal Property 17 Information Systems and Technology Programs 70 Problem Resolution, Student Complaints, and Grievance Procedures 17 Legal Studies Programs 78 Student Activities 17 Nursing and Health Science Programs 86 Student Health Services 18 Travel and Tourism Programs 96 Student Housing 18 Course Descriptions 100 Student Interaction 18 Tutoring 18 Kaplan University Faculty and Administration Kaplan University Board of Trustees 141 Academic Information Kaplan University Faculty and Administration 141 Academic Calendar 19 Attendance/Tardiness Policy 19 Other Information Certification, State Board, and National Board Exams 19 Ownership 152 Changes in Programs or Policies 20 Catalog Certification 152 Definition of a Unit of Credit 20 Kaplan Higher Education Corporation Board of Directors 153 University Information Mission, Purposes, Philosophy, and History April 2000 changed its name to Quest College. Quest Education Corp. was purchased in July 2000 by Kaplan, Inc. In November UNIVERSITY MISSION 2000, the name of the College was changed to Kaplan College. In Kaplan University is an institution of higher learning dedicated 2004, Kaplan College expanded its academic offerings to include to providing innovative undergraduate, graduate, and continuing master’s-level programs and became Kaplan University. professional education. Our programs foster student learning with The University was founded to provide professional business training opportunities to launch, enhance, or change careers in a diverse and has achieved this objective for over 65 years by keeping abreast global society. The University is committed to general education, of employment demands, employer needs, teaching methods, and a student- centered service and support approach, and applied the use of various educational resources and industry-standard scholarship in a practical environment. technology and equipment. The University offers master of arts, master of education, master of business administration, master of UNIVERSITY PURPOSES science, bachelor of science, associate of science, and associate of To accomplish its mission, Kaplan University has established the applied science degrees, as well as diplomas and certificate programs following purposes: at its campus in Davenport, Iowa, and through online instruction. Graduates receive comprehensive education through disciplined, 1. Provide academic programs that have been developed and assessed professional programs of instruction. by faculty, staff, and members of educational, professional, and business communities. 2. Provide intensive and comprehensive instruction using both Accrediting Agencies, Approvals, onsite and online modes of delivery that strengthens student and Memberships academic achievement. • Kaplan University is accredited by The Higher Learning 3. Instill in its students the value of lifelong learning by stimulating Commission (HLC) and a member of the North Central intellectual curiosity, creative and critical thinking, and awareness Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA). Their address is: of culture and diversity. 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, IL 60602-2504 4. Plan and provide facilities and resources that respond to the Tel: 800.621.7440 (Toll Free) needs of students, faculty, and staff. • The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is nationally accredited 5. Assist students in developing professional attitudes, values, skills, by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). and strategies that foster success in their careers and in life. Their address is: 6. Prepare students to meet the ever-changing needs of their One DuPont Circle, NW, Suite 530 communities now and in the future. Washington, DC 20036 Tel: 202.887.6791 UNIVERSITY PHILOSOPHY • The Master of Education is conditionally approved by the Iowa Kaplan University recognizes the worth and dignity of all people State Board of Education for the secondary teaching concentration and is sensitive to the diversity of cultural and ethnic backgrounds area. Their address is: represented in its student population. All students are encouraged to reach their