YORK COLLEGE OF PENNSYLVANIA YORK COLLEGE OF PENNSYLVANIA PRESORTED BOUND PRINTED MATTER U.S. POSTAGE PAID YORK, PA PERMIT NO. 174 York, Pennsylvania 17403-3651 Campus Operator: 717-846-7788 Admissions Offi ce: 717-849-1600 1-800-455-8018 www.ycp.edu Address Service Requested COLLEGE CATALOG 2009–2011 COLLEGE CATALOG College Catalog 2009–2011 G9920Cover.indd 1 7/30/09 9:42:04 AM A COEDUCATIONAL COLLEGE GRANTING ASSOCIATE, BACCALAUREATE AND MASTER’S DEGREES GENERAL CATALOG 2009–2011 Volume LV Published by York College of Pennsylvania York, Pennsylvania 17403-3651 G9920_001-069.indd 1 7/25/09 1:16:37 AM ACCREDITATION AND MEMBERSHIP Accredited by: The Commission on Higher Education, Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (215) 662-5606 Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education Council on Accreditation, National Recreation and Park Association Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs Committee on Accreditation for Respiratory Care Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science) Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Program Approved by: The Pennsylvania Department of Education The Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing Department of Education for Training Veterans Pennsylvania Board of Licensure for Nursing Home Administrators (NHA) Membership in: American Association of Colleges of Nursing American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Offi cers American College Public Relations Association American Health Care Association Association of American Colleges Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania College and University Public Relations Association of Pennsylvania College Entrance Examination Board Council for the Advancement and Support of Education Council of Independent Colleges Field Institute for Technology in Nursing Education Middle Atlantic Association of Schools of Business Marine Science Consortium National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities National Association of College Admissions Counselors National Commission on Accrediting, Inc. National League for Nursing National Recreation and Parks Association Northeast Association of Pre-Law Advisors Pennsylvania Association of Administration of Justice Education Pennsylvania Association of College Admissions Counselors Pennsylvania Association of Graduate Schools Pennsylvania Health Care Association Pennsylvania Recreation and Park Society National Association of Student Personnel Administrators Potomac Chesapeake Association of College Admissions Counselors 2 G9920_001-069.indd 2 7/25/09 1:16:39 AM CORRESPONDENCE DIRECTORY College Policy Dr. George W. Waldner, President Academic Matters Dr. William T. Bogart, Dean of Academic Affairs Admissions Mrs. Nancy C. Spataro, Director of Admissions Alumni Affairs Mr. Bruce Wall, Director of Alumni Affairs General College Information Ms. Mary Dolheimer, Assistant Dean of College Advancement Business Matters Mr. C. Matthew Smith, Dean of Business Affairs Charitable Gifts Mr. Dan Helwig, Dean of College Advancement Scholarships, Student Aid Mr. Calvin H. Williams, Financial Aid Offi cer Student Affairs Mr. Joseph F. Merkle, Dean of Student Affairs Transcripts/Academic Records Mrs. Debra L. Shimmel, Recorder The address for all of the persons listed above is: York College of Pennsylvania York, Pennsylvania 17403-3651 Telephone: (717) 846-7788 OR visit our website @ www.ycp.edu Visitors: York College welcomes visitors. Offi ce hours during the academic year (September through Spring Commencement) are 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. weekdays. During the summer most offi ces close at 11:30 a.m. on Friday. The reception desk is open from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Saturdays. Please request appointments with the Director of Admissions well in advance. Rules: Students are governed by the rules, regulations, and provisions included in this publication. The College reserves the right to withdraw or modify any course. The General Catalog of York College presents essential information on institutional purposes, programs, faculty, extracurricular activities, facilities, and costs. It is designed to assist prospective students in deciding whether York is the right place for them to pursue their educational goals and to provide a ready reference for enrolled students. Although this catalog was prepared on the basis of the best information available at the time of publication, the College reserves the right to change any provisions, regulations or requirements set forth within, without notice or obligation. York College of Pennsylvania does not discriminate because of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, disabilities or age in employment procedures or in recruitment and acceptance of students. 3 G9920_001-069.indd 3 7/25/09 1:16:39 AM CONTENTS MESSAGE FROM GEORGE W. WALDNER, PRESIDENT 5 INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW, HERITAGE, MISSION, AND GOALS 6 LOCATION 12 FACILITIES 13 STUDENT LIFE 16 ADMISSIONS AND FINANCES 26 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS INFORMATION 46 PROGRAMS OF STUDY 70 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 319 ROSTERS 474 CALENDARS 511 INDEX 513 4 G9920_001-069.indd 4 7/25/09 1:16:40 AM A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT York College of Pennsylvania is a community of learners and learning, whose members share the common bond of active participation in academic and campus life. At York, we believe the collegiate experience at its best is a comprehensive process of holistic personal development, which prepares graduates for productive roles in society, while facilitating their growth as individuals and lifelong learners. The hallmark of the York experience is excellence in professional preparation. York is a venerable educational institution, tracing its heritage back to the early years of the American republic. Throughout its long history, York’s commitment has been to provide high-quality, affordable educational programs that prepare leaders for meaningful professional roles in, business, government, healthcare, industry, science, social service, and the arts. York College has achieved recognition in the Middle Atlantic region and at the national level for excellence in its academic programs and for its commitment to affordability. As a relatively large college (more than 4,600 full-time students), York represents a “golden mean” in higher education, combining the broad academic resources and extra-curricular opportunities of a fi ne university with the community spirit and personal attention of a small college. I hope your experience at York College is a fulfi lling one. We of the faculty and staff are ready to help you attain your academic goals and plan for a successful future. George W. Waldner, President 5 G9920_001-069.indd 5 7/25/09 1:16:40 AM Introduction INSTITUTIONAL OVERVIEW, HERITAGE, MISSION, AND GOALS OVERVIEW York College of Pennsylvania is a private-sector, independent institution of higher education, which focuses on offering baccalaureate degree programs in the arts and sciences, as well as professional programs. Students may also enroll in programs leading to the associate degree and the master’s degree in selected professional fi elds. The College draws its 4,600 full-time undergraduate and 800 part-time and graduate students from some 30 states and 15 foreign countries. Typically, 45% of York’s freshmen hail from Pennsylvania, 20% from Maryland, 15% from each of the states of New Jersey and New York, and strong contingents from Virginia, Delaware, Connecticut, and other states. The College occupies a 190-acre, park-like, suburban campus, in the rolling hills of the south central part of the state. York is an economically vibrant area, with a solid industrial base as well as productive service and agricultural centers. Close to the heart of “Pennsylvania Dutch” country and the spectacular Susquehanna River recreation area, York is one hour from Baltimore, two hours from Philadelphia or Washington, D.C., and four hours from New York City, Pittsburgh, or Richmond. Nearly half of its undergraduate students reside in college housing; others commute from their homes or live in rental housing in the vicinity of the campus. York College envisions itself as a center of affordable academic excellence, and has consistently received favorable regional and national recognition for its success in offering a program of high quality at a tuition rate substantially lower than institutions of similar type, scope, and distinction. York’s effective control of tuition costs stems from its dedication to effi ciency and from the long-term, generous support of the College by its friends in the York community and its alumni. This support has provided both superior physical facilities and permanent endowment resources suffi cient to fund institutional scholarships and fi nancial aid for needy students. York uses this fi scal strength in turn to provide a kind of “scholarship” to each of its students, in the form of relatively modest charges for tuition and campus housing. York College is accredited by the Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, and has specialized accreditation for its business, engineering, nursing, allied health, and recreation programs. Certifi cation programs in education have been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. 6 G9920_001-069.indd 6 7/25/09 1:16:43 AM Institutional Profi le, Mission, and Goals 7 HERITAGE York College of Pennsylvania traces its institutional