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Table of Contents Message from the President .................................................. 4 Academic Information Academic Calendar ................................................................ 5 General Information .............................................................. 46 The College Degree and Certificate Information ....................................... 47 History .................................................................................... 8 Graduation Requirements ..................................................... 47 Mission, Core Themes and Strategic Initiatives ..................... 8 Academic Policies ................................................................. 48 General Information ................................................................ 8 Academics Honors ................................................................ 50 Degrees and Services .......................................................... 10 Transfer of Credits ................................................................ 50 Getting Started Other Programs for Achieving College Credit ....................... 53 Institutional Philosophy of General Education ...................... 54 Admissions Policy ................................................................ 12 Admission Procedures ......................................................... 12 Programs of Study Registration and Admissions ................................................ 13 Programs of Study ................................................................ 60 Residency ............................................................................. 15 Core Requirements ............................................................... 61 Tuition and Fees ................................................................... 16 Program Curricula ................................................................. 63 Nursing Information .............................................................. 19 Course Descriptions Financial Aid Course Numbers and Classification ................................... 106 Applying for Financial Aid ..................................................... 30 Course Descriptions ........................................................... 106 How Financial Aid is Calculated ........................................... 30 Directory and Index General Eligibility Requirements .......................................... 30 College Officers .................................................................. 138 Financial Aid Process ........................................................... 31 Board of Trustees ............................................................... 138 Consortium Agreements ....................................................... 31 Endowment ......................................................................... 138 Book Vouchers ..................................................................... 31 Staff and Faculty ................................................................. 139 Financial Aid Disbursements ................................................ 32 Advisory Committees .......................................................... 143 Types of Financial Assistance .............................................. 32 Index ................................................................................... 144 Other Financial Aid Programs .............................................. 35 Policies ................................................................................. 36 Additional Information ........................................................... 37 Student Information and Resources Student Resources ............................................................... 40 Student Life .......................................................................... 42 Student Information .............................................................. 43 College Accreditation Catalog Policy This catalog contains official announcements of College Agency policies, programs of study, and courses offered for the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities period of 2012-2013. The College reserves the right to 8060 165th Avenue NE, Suite 100 repeal, revise, or amend the information contained herein. Redmond, Washington 98052 For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the Phone: 425-558-4224 catalog posted on the College website at http:// Fax: 425-376-0596 milescc.edu. Website: www.nwccu.org When catalog addenda occurs, students and advisors will be notified via e-mail and by published announcements on the College television system. It is the responsibility of Specialized Accreditation students and advisors to read and abide by the catalog and Agency any subsequent addenda that may be published on the website. National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission Students enrolling at Miles Community College must 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 500 Atlanta, GA 30326 follow the program requirements listed in the catalog Phone: 404-975-5000 located on the website at the time of entry into the College, Fax: 404-975-5020 provided graduation requirements are completed within five Website: www.nlnac.org years. Students have the option of meeting program requirements in a later catalog, provided all requirements of the later catalog are met. Miles Community College Catalog 2012-2013 3 Message from the President For over 70 years Miles Community College has promoted student success and lifelong learning though accessible, quality programs and community partnerships. Knowing the value of educational opportunity, a group of progressive community leaders founded Custer County Junior College in 1939. In 1966 our name changed to Miles Community College to reflect our comprehensive mission. Today, we offer credit programs to prepare students for transfer, as well as career and technical programs to prepare students to enter the workforce. Our commitment to ensuring access to post- secondary educational opportunities has driven the continued expansion of our on-line and interactive television offerings. We also offer noncredit courses for community members to upgrade their skills, engage in lifelong learning, and enjoy the recreational opportunities available in Eastern Montana. This catalog provides a listing of course descriptions, programs of study, and available resources. The requirements and policies on the following pages provide you with a contract during the time you attend MCC. As the first person in my family to attend college, I understand the importance of high-quality, affordable options for college. With our outstanding programs, competitive price, small teacher–to- student ratio, athletic programs, and student clubs, MCC has something for everyone. The greatest strength of Miles Community College is the people. Our faculty and staff are committed to helping you reach your educational goals. Over the past seventy years, student success has been our passion. We truly believe that you can start here and go anywhere. Stefani Gray Hicswa, Ph.D. President 4 Miles Community College Catalog 2012-2013 2012-2013 Academic Calendar Fall 2012 Spring 2013 Faculty Return August 16 Faculty Return January 8 Nursing Orientation August 20 New Student Orientation January 11 New Student Orientation August 20 Classes Begin January 14 Classes Begin August 22 Holiday—Martin Luther King Day January 21 Last Day to Add Classes August 31 Last Day to Add Classes January 24 Last Day for Late Registration August 31 Last Day for Late Registration January 24 Last Day to Drop/Withdraw August 31 Last Day to Drop/Withdraw January 24 For Full Refund For Full Refund Holiday—Labor Day September 3 Fee Payment February 6 Fee Payment September 14 Holiday—President’s Day February 18 Holiday—Columbus Day October 8 Mid-Term March 4 Mid-Term October 15 Spring Break March 11-15 Intent to Graduate Form Due October 15 Spring Day/School Closed March 29 No Classes October 18-19 Last Day to Withdraw/Drop April 9 Last Day to Withdraw/Drop November 5 Classes with No Penalty Classes with No Penalty Last Day to Withdraw/Drop April 29 Holiday—Veteran’s Day November 9 Classes Holiday—Thanksgiving Break November 22-23 Classes End May 3 Last Day to Withdraw/Drop December 6 Final Examinations May 6-9 Classes Nurses Pinning May 10 Classes End December 12 Commencement May 11 Final Examinations December 10-13 Summer 2013 Classes Begin June 3 Last Day to Add Classes June 6 Fee Payment June 19 Holiday—Independence Day July 4 Last Day to Drop/Withdraw July 19 Classes End July 26 Miles Community College Catalog 2012-2013 5 This page is intentionally left blank. The College History .............................................................................8 Mission, Core Themes, and Strategic Initiatives ......... 8 General Information .......................................................8 Degrees and Services ..................................................10 The College History Miles Community College was founded in 1939. For almost 20 years, the College, then titled Custer County Junior College, operated out of a few rooms in the local public high school. In 1957, the College moved into the former Milwaukee Railroad Depot building. In June 1967, the College moved into a new building that was constructed after passage of a bond issued by Custer County voters. On April 4, 1970, voters of the district elected the first independent board of trustees