Presbyterian College 2010-2011 Catalog ADMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................ 5 Presbyterian College THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM ..............................................................................................13 COSTS & STUDENT AID ......................................................................................................31 AN INTRODUCTION COURSES OF INSTRUCTION ........................................................................................... 42 Presbyterian College is a fully accredited, private, residential, REFERENCE SECTION ........................................................................................................141 baccalaureate institution related to the Presbyterian Church (USA). Campus Visits The College provides a liberal arts education within a community of Visitors are always welcome at Presbyterian College. The Admissions offices is open for appointments Monday faith, learning, and intellectual freedom. through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Members of the staff are available for interviews at other times if appointments are made in advance. In 1880, William Plumer Jacobs, Mission Statement: The compelling purpose of Presbyterian College, as a pastor of Clinton’s First Presbyterian church-related college, is to develop within the framework of Christian faith the Church who had earlier established Telephone: (864) 833-2820 mental, physical, moral, and spiritual capacities of each student in preparation for Thornwell Orphanage, founded a lifetime of personal and vocational fulfillment and responsible contribution to or toll-free: 1-800-960-7583 Presbyterian College primarily to pro- Email: [email protected] vide education at a higher level for the our democratic society and the world community. www.presby.edu orphans. For many years predominantly an institution for the education of men, Presbyterian College became fully COMMUNICATION DIRECTORY coeducational in 1965. The College now To facilitate prompt attention, inquiries should be addressed as indicated below: selects academically qualified students, a General Information ....................................................................................... The President majority of whom rank in the top quarter Admissions ............................................................. Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid of their high school classes, without Alumni Interests ...................................................Executive Director for Alumni Relations regard to race, religion, sex, handicap, Athletics ................................................................................................ Director of Athletics nationality, or ethnic origin. Business Matters ......................................................... Executive Vice President for Finance Curriculum .................................................................................................................Provost While the student body typically Senior Employment ....................................... Director of Career Services and Internships represents more than 25 states and several Financial Aid .................................................................................Director of Financial Aid countries, most of the students tradition- ally come from the Southeastern United Gifts and Bequests .........................................Executive Director for College Advancement States. Presbyterian College sustains Housing ....................................................................................... Director of Residence Life a Christian heritage of integrity and Study Abroad ................................................................Director of International Programs service not only by striving for academic Public Relations .........................................Executive Vice President for External Relations excellence but also by a comprehensive Summer School ..........................................................................................................Provost honor code, wide-ranging opportunities Transcripts ............................................................................. Registrar/Director of Records for volunteer service, and close attention to the needs of each student. The College Presbyterian College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College does not discriminate against student grants both B.A. and B.S. degrees. applicants on the basis of race, sex, religion, national origin, or handicap. POLICIES DISCLAIMER The course offerings , regulations, fees, and other materials appearing in this catalog are announcements. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as representing contractual obligations of Presbyterian College, which reserves the right to change its courses of instruction, fees, charges for room and board, and general academic regulations with out notice, should circumstances warrant in the judgement of the College. Courses listed in this catalog may not be offered every year. An official list of courses to be offered will be published by the Registrar before the beginning of each term. 2 3 Presbyterian College GOALS THAT GUIDE THE COLLEGE These goals guide the College in its attempt to fulfill its mission: • To help students gain a basic knowledge of humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences, a special competence in one or more particular areas of study; and an ability to see these studies as part of the larger search for truth. • To develop in students the ability to think clearly and independently, to make critical judg- ments, and to communicate effectively in both speech and writing. • To foster in students an aesthetic appreciation of the arts and literature. • To acquaint students with the teachings and values of the Christian faith. Admissions • To help students develop moral and ethical commitments including service to others. Requirements For Admission 8 Application & Notification Dates 8 • To help students attain a sense of dignity, self-worth, and appreciation of other persons of Admission From High School 9 diverse backgrounds. Early Decision 9 • To encourage in students an appreciation for teamwork and for physical fitness Transfer Students 9 and athletic skills that will contribute to lifelong health. Special Students 9 Armed Forces Veterans 9 • To foster in students an appreciation of, and concern for, the environment and natural resourc- Matriculation Pledge 9 es. Honor Code 9 Advanced Placement 10 International Baccalaureate 10 College Level Examinations 10 4 5 Presbyterian College ADMISSIONS The Presbyterian College campus is home to students who are willing to challenge themselves to be the best, who have demonstrated academic and leadership potential, and who have displayed drive and initiative both inside and outside the classroom. The College’s Admissions Office seeks students who can benefit from - and contribute to - Presbyterian College. The majority of incoming freshmen rank in the top quarter of their high school classes and have participated in activities ranging from athletics to music to volunteer service to student government. Presbyterian College seeks students who demand the best from themselves, from those around them, and from their learning environment. 6 7 Requirements For Admission An interview is preferred, and interested into the scholastic or social life of the Admission From High School attended, their high school transcript, academic credit to these individuals. Presbyterian College Presbyterian College admits students are urged to visit the campus. campus. Presbyterian College adheres The College ordinarily requires for SAT or ACT scores, and a statement of Persons who have satisfactorily completed students based on their academic and The College does not discriminate to the National Association for College entrance the completion of a four-year good standing from the institution last basic military training regardless of the personal qualifications. Admission against applicants or students on the Admission Counseling’s Statements high school course of study, including four attended as a full-time student. branch of service and have either received decisions are made after careful review basis of race, religion, sex, handicap, or of Principles of Good Practice and units of college preparatory English, four Transfer students will be granted an honorable separation from active duty of the application, high school transcript, national or ethnic origin. PC reserves the the Statement of Students’ Rights and units of math (including Algebra I, Algebra appropriate credit for courses that or are currently serving in the Reserve class rank, scores from the Scholastic right to refuse the original application Responsibilities. II, and geometry), and two or more units correspond to or are the equivalent of components may be given up to eight Assessment Test (SAT) or the American or the re-admission for any semester Admission policies are established each of a foreign language, laboratory courses offered by Presbyterian College semester hours of elective credit toward College Testing Program (ACT), and the of any student who, in the opinion of by the Board of Trustees. science, history, and social science. and that have been satisfactorily com- a PC degree. recommendation of a high school official. the Admissions Committee, does not fit Applicants are strongly encouraged to pleted. Courses that do not correspond