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Admission Requirements and Procedures University
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Admission
to the University Admission Requirements and Procedures Franciscan University of Steubenville admits qualified students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, disability, and sex, to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school as required by Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments. Since no single factor determines admission, the University bases its decision on satisfactory high school record and recommendation, satisfactory entrance examination scores in view of the student's proposed major. Outstanding applicants may be given careful consideration even though their secondary school curriculum does not conform to the required course pattern. Students admitted to the University are encouraged to make residential life on the campus a rewarding experience and to cultivate an interest in maintaining the ideals of a church-related, independent, liberal arts college. Academic Requirements All applicants must have a high school diploma or the equivalent from an accredited institution. A student must present a minimum of 15 high school units with at least 10 units in four of the following fields: English, foreign language, social science, mathematics, and natural sciences. The remaining 5 units may be in other subjects counted towards graduation. For admission with a major in chemistry, engineering science, or mathematics, a student should have 2 units in algebra and 2 units in geometry and trigonometry in combination. Application Procedure A candidate for admission should follow this procedure:
Upon notification of acceptance, a student who intends to enroll must submit:
Home-Schooled Students Franciscan University encourages students from approved home-school programs to apply for admission. A home-schooled student should follow this procedure:
Note: Home-schooled students intending to apply for Federal Financial Aid may be required to take the GED exam or a state proficiency exam. Contact the Admissions Office as early as possible (preferably before the senior year of high school). Transfer Students Students who have attended other colleges and universities must submit those credentials that are required of all applicants. In addition, they must have official transcripts sent from each college and university attended. Admission and subsequent registration may be canceled if information is found to be false or intentionally omitted. Full credit will be given for most courses transferred from an institution accredited by one of the regional accreditation associations, provided the grade for each course is C (2.00) or better. Courses in which a grade below a college C are earned are not automatically transferable. No college credit will be given for home-school or correspondence course work. Canadian students please note: Ontario Academic Credits (OAC) are NOT accepted for credit. Transfer students may request a "preliminary" evaluation of their previous academic work. A preliminary evaluation is not a commitment to the student. A final Advanced Standing Evaluation will be done after all official transcripts have been received. This evaluation is subject to the approval of the student's academic advisor. Students who register for courses without an Advanced Standing Evaluation assume total responsibility for any registration errors. In no case may a student earn credit for a course, or equivalent, for which prior credit was earned. Transfer students must earn their final, consecutive 30 semester credit hours at Franciscan University of Steubenville. A minimum of 12 semester credit hours in upper-level courses in an academic major must be earned at Franciscan University of Steubenville. To qualify for an academic minor, transfer students must earn at least 6 semester credit hours in upper-level classes at Franciscan University of Steubenville. Requirements for academic majors and minors are listed in the Degree Programs section. Nursing Transfer Requirements Because Franciscan University is committed to providing a quality education, the sophomore nursing class is limited to 50 students. To be accepted to Franciscan University as a transfer student in the Nursing Program, a student must:
Transfer students who meet the minimum academic requirements will be admitted to the University. Students who have not completed the nursing prerequisite courses will be admitted as pre-nursing students. Students who have completed the nursing prerequisite courses will be considered for a seat in the sophomore year of the Nursing Program in May, after the completion of Franciscan University's spring semester. A careful review will be conducted of the academic record of each new nursing transfer student and each current University freshman pre-nursing student. This review includes a critical evaluation of the student's GPA, academic transcript, completion of prerequisite courses, and other characteristics of personal commitment to nursing. Each candidate for admission to the Nursing major must submit a letter to the Department of Nursing requesting formal admission to the major, which includes rationale for requesting sophomore status. Upon notification of eligibility for the sophomore class, the student must submit a $150 seat deposit to the Admissions Office. This deposit is refundable if the student is not offered one of the 50 available spaces. Specific questions regarding transfer into the Nursing major should be directed to the Admissions Office staff. International Students A candidate for admission from a foreign country must complete and submit the following:
After the student has been accepted to the University, he or she will be required to submit:
All students whose first language is not English will be retested with an English language proficiency test upon arrival at the University. Students scoring the equivalent of the TOEFL 500 or above for both undergraduates and graduate students and who demonstrate sufficient writing and comprehension skills will be admitted to the regular curriculum for their class level. Students scoring below the minimum level will be placed in a program, administered on our campus, that is designed for those who need additional writing and/or comprehension skills. All credentials must be submitted in English or accompanied by a certified translation. Canadian students note: Ontario Academic Credits (OAC) are not accepted for credit. Transient Students Students who attend classes for credits to be transferred to another college or university in which they are regularly enrolled are classified as transient students. Such students must file a transient application form, which includes a statement granting them permission from the college or university that they are attending. Non-Degree Students Students who have obtained a degree from Franciscan University of Steubenville or from another college or university and wish to attend classes must file an application form and indicate that they are not seeking a second degree (non-degree student). A transcript that indicates the degree and date of graduation must be sent from the school that awarded the degree. Students wishing to attend Franciscan University as audit students enter the University as non-degree students, showing either a high school or college transcript or a high school or college diploma to the Admissions Office. International students wishing to attend class as audit students must complete the regular admissions procedure for international students. Readmission of Students Former students desiring readmission after withdrawing from Franciscan University of Steubenville are required to file an application for readmission with the Admissions Office. Applicants for readmission who have enrolled at another college or university since their departure from Franciscan University of Steubenville are required to furnish official transcripts of their additional academic study. Students who have been dismissed from Franciscan University of Steubenville are ineligible to apply for readmission until one semester or its equivalent, excluding summer school, expires. If students desire readmission after this period, they should submit an application for readmission and complete a reinstatement questionnaire obtained from the Admissions Office. Students who have financial obligations to the University may be denied readmission until these obligations are satisfied. Student responsibility extends beyond the classroom into all facets of life in a university community. The Student Handbook explains these guidelines in detail. The policy of the University places responsibility on students. All students are expected to conduct themselves with discretion and with regard for propriety. Our desire is to establish guiding principles that inform student initiative and critical judgment. Those who are unable, or unwilling, to participate in the community life on this basis may be asked to withdraw or registration may be refused. The University, through its judicial channels, reserves the prerogative to terminate a student's enrollment at any time. Franciscan University of Steubenville reserves the right to deny admission to any individual whom the administration considers unprepared as a student. Franciscan University of Steubenville seeks to provide maximum financial aid from various federal, state, private, and institutional sources to needy students as well as to students with high academic achievements. Eighty-five percent of our students receive financial aid. The need for assistance is determined by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Since more than 35 variables are used in calculating need—including current family income, assets, family size, the number of dependents in college, and parents' age in relationship to retirement—every student is encouraged to complete the FAFSA and apply for financial aid. How to Apply for Financial Aid Students requesting financial aid should submit the FAFSA as soon after Jan.1 as possible. Forms are obtainable from either high school counselors, the Enrollment Services Office at Franciscan University, or any other institution of higher education. No student can be considered for University administered need- based financial aid until the results from the FAFSA have been received, and the student has been accepted for admission by the University. Students should explore other financial aid possibilities such as state aid, labor unions, business and industry, foundations, high schools, clubs, and religious organizations. Policy on Packaging Financial Aid Franciscan University of Steubenville believes that the primary responsibility for financing a student's postsecondary education rests first, with the student, and second, with the family (parents or spouse). However, when the total resources provided do not meet expenses, the University, as a third partner, will assist with the remaining documented need according to the availability of funds. This will be accomplished through an aid package comprised both of "gift" aid, such as scholarships and grants, and "self-help" aid, including loans and work-study awards. Preference is given to students whose financial aid applications are received before March 15. Undergraduate Students Financial assistance is awarded to undergraduate students, based on need, in the following order:
An explanation of these grants, scholarships, loans, and work opportunities are detailed in the following section. Graduate Students Graduate students enrolled at least half-time may be eligible for student loans. 1. Federal Pell Grant - These range from $400 to $3,125 per year. Pell Grants are applied for via the FAFSA. 2. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants - These grants are available to students with high financial need. Eligibility is determined using results from the FAFSA. Priority is given to students who are eligible for Pell Grants and who meet stated deadlines. 3. Ohio Instructional Grant Program - These grants are made
available to undergraduate Ohio residents attending Ohio institutions. The income ceiling
is $29,000. Administered by the State of Ohio and Scholarship Commission, grants range
from $612 to $3,750 per academic year to attend an Ohio private college. (The maximum
award is $1,512 at a state- 4. Ohio Student Choice Grant - These grants are awarded to all undergraduate Ohio residents attending a private college in Ohio. Awards in 1996-97 were $810. All qualified students will automatically receive this award. 5. Ohio Academic Scholarship - Available to high school
seniors living in Ohio and enrolling in an Ohio school. $2,000 per year for a maximum of 6. Federal Work-Study Program - A student requiring a job to help meet college expenses may be eligible for employment under Federal Work-Study. Students are compensated for the number of hours worked for Franciscan University or an eligible off-campus agency. A student's need is determined from the FAFSA. 7. Robert T. Stafford Federal Student Loan Program - The Federal Stafford Loan Program enables students to borrow at low interest rates. Applications are available from the Enrollment Services Department at Franciscan University. The maximum lending limits are as follows: Freshmen may borrow $2,625 per year; sophomores up to $3,500 per year; juniors and seniors may borrow up to $5,500 per year; graduate students may borrow $8,500 per year. Repayment begins six months after the student graduates, withdraws, or is enrolled less than half-time. Independent students can borrow an additional unsubsidized loan up to $4,000 for freshmen, $5,000 for other undergraduates, and $10,000 for graduate students, not to exceed the cost of education. 8. Carl D. Perkins Loan - Perkins Loans are designated to assist needy students by providing low interest loans. The rate is simple interest at 5% starting nine months after the student graduates, withdraws, or is enrolled less than half-time. The maximum amount an undergraduate may borrow in this program is $9,000 and no more than $3,000 per year. Graduate students may borrow up to an aggregate total of $18,000. Awards are based on results from the FAFSA. 9. Parent Loans (PLUS) - This program allows parents of undergraduate students to borrow up to the difference between college costs and other forms of aid received. Payment begins 30 days after final disbursement of the loan for an academic year. UNIVERSITY GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS The University is committed to tithe 10% of its income to provide financial assistance to deserving students. All Franciscan University grants and scholarships apply to tuition and on-campus expenses only. The following grants and scholarships have been established with these funds. Franciscan University Grants - The Institutional Grant Program is established to offer assistance to deserving students for tuition and fees, room, and board. These grants are made on the basis of financial need within stated deadlines. University Scholarships - These highly competitive scholarships are based primarily upon academic achievement. To be eligible, a student must:
These scholarships are renewable each semester (up to four years) provided the student maintains at least a 3.25 cumulative grade point average and enrolls full-time in the day division. Freshmen will be given one full year (at least 24 credit hours) to achieve a 3.25 cumulative GPA. Upperclass Scholarships - These awards are made to sophomores, juniors, and seniors who have achieved high academic standing. These scholarships are based on merit and need and presently require at least a 3.40 GPA (nursing, biology, chemistry, engineering, and math require 3.25). Deadline for application is March 15. Funded Scholarships - Each year a number of generous benefactors donate monies for use as scholarships. The funded scholarships are then made available to students to encourage superior academic performance. Applications are available from the Admissions Office. Deadline for application is March 15. Nicaraguan/Trinidad Scholarship: Qualified students from Nicaragua and Trinidad receive four-year full-tuition scholarships. J.C. Williams Scholarship: A number of scholarships are available to incoming freshmen from the Weirton, West Virginia, and Steubenville, Ohio, areas. Eligibility is based on need and academic achievement. Aloha Scholarships: Awards are available to female students from Hawaii. Fr. Lewis Phillips Scholarship: Scholarships are available to graduates of Belpre, Warren, or Buckeye Local High Schools in Ohio and Parkersburg or St. Joseph's High Schools in West Virginia. Sparrow Scholarship: Eligible candidates must be a resident of Connecticut with preference to those from Greater Hartford County. Eligibility is also based on need. TOR Parish Scholarship Guarantee: This scholarship is available to any student who is an active member of a parish where a Franciscan TOR Friar serves as pastor. It guarantees that students will receive at least $1,500 in grant or scholarship assistance. Assistance may be from federal, state, and other institutional sources. J.P. Weis Scholarship: Students must be pursuing training toward the lay ministry to qualify for this scholarship. Student Work Opportunity Program (SWOP) - This program, sponsored by Franciscan University, provides additional opportunities for students to earn money by working on campus. Awards are based on need and made by the Financial Aid Office. Most students work about 12 hours per week. Family Discount - Aware of the heavy burden imposed on parents of large families who wish to educate their children, the University offers a Family Discount Program. The family discount is available to families with two or more children at the University. To be eligible, students must be in attendance full-time during the same semester and be financially dependent on the parents for their education. The following scale is in effect for 1997-98 and represents the yearly amount discounted per enrolled family member:
OTHER FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION Deferred Payment Plan - Franciscan University offers a 10-month payment plan. Information about this plan is available from the Enrollment Services Department. Veterans - Veterans initially enrolling at Franciscan University of Steubenville must bring a copy of their DD Form 214 "Report of Separation from the Armed Forces" to the Enrollment Services Department along with their Certificate of Eligibility. All veterans are required to complete the Veteran's Application Form to receive Educational Benefits. The Veterans Administration requires all veterans to make satisfactory academic progress toward the completion of degree requirements. Veterans must be enrolled in a degree program in order to receive benefits, and they are required to report immediately any changes of program (adds and drops or withdrawals) to the Enrollment Services Department. Ohio National Guard, US Army Reserves - Available to students who enlist or re-enlist and attend as an undergraduate. Contact your local recruiter for additional information. Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits - Students with physical or emotional handicaps should inquire about their possible eligibility at the local office of Vocational Rehabilitation (614) 282-3611. SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS Federal legislation requires Franciscan University to define and enforce standards of satisfactory academic progress for students receiving federal financial aid. Failure to meet these standards will result in the loss of federal aid until the student takes the necessary action to regain eligibility. The standards are established for students who are receiving aid from one or more of the following programs: (1) Federal Pell Grant, (2) Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEUG), (3) Federal College Work Study, (4) Stafford Loans, or (5) PLUS Loans. Standards Requirements
Satisfactory academic progress will be evaluated at the end of each academic year. A student who fails to meet the minimum requirements will be placed on financial aid probation. Following a second consecutive year of failing to meet the minimum requirements, a student will be ineligible to receive federal financial assistance including loans. To Regain Eligibility
Students are encouraged to talk with financial aid personnel whenever (1) their course load is reduced, (2) they totally withdraw, or (3) they are dismissed. Basic annual expenses for the 1997-1998 academic year are as follows (excluding course fees*):
The University reserves the right to make changes in its fees. Please contact the Admissions Office for 1998-99 fees. Published notice of any change will normally be given in advance. Tuition and Fees A full-time student is anyone taking 12-18 undergraduate credit hours. These 12-18 hours may be all day classes, all night classes, or any combination of day and night classes. Any student taking 11 credit hours or less is considered to be a part-time student and will pay the part-time rates according to the program in which the student is enrolled. Resident students will be considered as full-time day students. The University combines tuition and fees into one comprehensive charge for full-time students (12-18 credit hours per semester). Part-time students (11 or fewer hours per semester) are charged at the credit hour rate of $140 for evening hours and $370 for day hours (for 1997-98). Students who carry more than 18 credit hours in a semester are charged the full-time tuition and fees plus the day rate for each hour over 18. Students who elect to audit a course may attend class, but may not take examinations or receive academic credit for the course. The charge for auditing a course will be at the applicable day or evening credit hour rate. A course fee of $190 is added to each clinical course in the Nursing Program due to the increased costs of facilities, laboratories, equipment, and supplies of this program. Clinical courses are normally taken in the junior and senior years of the program. Part-time nursing students are charged at the regular undergraduate rate of $370 (for 1997-98) per credit hour, plus a course fee of $190 for each clinical nursing course taken. *A course fee of $190 is added for each junior/senior level clinical nursing course. Other minimal course fees and/or deposits may apply. Please read the entire section. All new full-time students are required to pay a non-refundable Advance Tuition Deposit of $50 upon acceptance to the University. This deposit is credited to the student's account upon enrollment. Room and Board Room and board includes meals and a double occupancy room in a residence hall. It covers the period beginning with the first day of registration. The Thanksgiving and Spring vacations as set forth in the University calendar are excluded. Meals are available seven days weekly, with only brunch and dinner available on Saturdays and Sundays. All campus residents must participate in the meal plan. Commuting students are welcome to use the dining hall, where meals are provided at a modest cost. Students may request a private room if space in the residence halls is available. The additional charge for a private room is $750 per year. All new and returning resident students are required to pay an Advance Room Deposit of $150 to reserve a space in a residence hall. This deposit is paid in lieu of the Advance Tuition Deposit described above. When a student registers and moves into a residence hall as scheduled, this deposit will be credited to the student's account. New resident students eligible to live off campus, who notify the Admissions Office in writing by June 1 of intent to withdraw from campus housing, will be refunded $100 of this deposit. Returning students eligible to live off campus must notify the Student Life Office in writing by June 1 of intent to withdraw from housing. The deposit is forfeited if notification is not received by June 1. New resident students are required to pay a one-time Residence Hall Damage Deposit of $50 upon enrollment. This deposit is held in a separate account throughout the student's academic career. When the balance in this account drops below $25 because of damage charges, the student is billed for reinstatement to the $50 level. Any unused balance is refundable upon the student's graduation or withdrawal from the residence hall provided proper residence hall check-out procedures have been followed. All resident students are required to pay an annual Residence Hall Activity Fee of $45. This fee helps to support cultural, social, and other events within the residence hall complex. This is a non-refundable fee. Cancellation of Housing Contract Returning students who have reserved housing on-campus and then wish to withdraw from housing prior to the academic year must notify the Student Life Office in writing and complete a Change of Housing Form to do so. All requests to live off-campus are subject to the residency policy: Students must be at least 23 years of age, a senior undergraduate, or a graduate student to live off campus. Deposit refund for cancelled housing contracts prior to the start of the academic year will follow the schedule below:
The housing contract is binding for the entire academic year. This schedule, therefore, applies to both the fall and spring semesters. Application Fee - A $20 fee is submitted by all prospective students who wish to make application for admission to the University. This fee covers the cost of processing and evaluating the application and is non-refundable. Parking Fee - Each student, whether resident or commuter, who parks a vehicle on the campus must register and obtain an annual parking permit. The permit can be purchased for the following cost: Resident - $30 per year, Resident (Dorm Area) - $45 per year, and Commuter - $20 per year (not prorated for partial year). Copies of the "Vehicle and Parking Regulations" are available through the Campus Security Office. Violations of these regulations may result in a citation. The University reserves the right to remove from the campus, at the owner's expense, any vehicle not properly registered. The University is not responsible for theft or damage to any vehicle parked on campus. Orientation Fee - Each semester the University sponsors an orientation program for incoming full-time students. A $100 fee is charged to cover the cost of the program including room and board. Practice Teaching Fee - A student majoring in education will be assigned to do practice teaching in a school. A $100 fee is paid by the student to the University, who in turn pays the teacher in the school where the student is assigned. Late Registration - Registration for returning students takes place in November for the following spring semester and in April for the following fall semester, according to a schedule issued by the Registrar. Students who do not complete their registration within the scheduled period are charged a $25 late registration fee. Change of Course - Any student who adds or drops a course or changes sections during the registration period will be charged a $5 fee for each change. Credit by Examination - Any matriculated student who wishes to attempt to receive credit by examination will be charged a fee of $15 times the credit hours for the course. All examinations must be approved by the responsible academic department. Special Examination - When a student is absent from a final examination for any reason other than a conflict in scheduling, a $15 fee is charged for the privilege of taking a makeup examination. Transcripts - Transcripts are issued only after the student has cleared all financial obligations to the University. A $2 charge is made for each transcript issued. A request must be made in writing to the Enrollment Services Information Desk. Academic Course Fees - A non-refundable course fee is charged for certain classes to cover the expense of special high technology equipment used in related laboratories. It should be noted that these fees are subject to change. Textbooks - The cost of textbooks will vary from course to course. The student can expect an expense between $300 and $400 per semester for textbooks. Personal Expenses - Incidental expenses for an average student will depend upon the spending habits of the individual. In addition to the listed University charges, the student should budget for supplies, laundry, travel, and personal items. Payment of tuition, room, and board fees not covered by financial aid or loan payment is required 30 days prior to the beginning of each semester. Returning students will not be permitted to attend classes unless payment for tuition and fees, less official financial aid, is paid. To avoid registration penalties, the University's prepayment deadline must be met. The University reserves the right to assess a late charge of 1.5% per month on any unpaid balance. In addition, an initial $50 late payment charge will be assessed. These charges will be waived or deferred for balances that are to be paid through a student work award or recognized deferred payment plan, provided the balance is cleared prior to the first day of semester final examinations. Credit will be extended to new students for estimated financial aid only in cases of late acceptance to the University. Credit will be extended only if the estimate can be based on a completed FAFSA and proper verification documentation received in the Enrollment Services Department prior to the start of classes. The amount not covered by estimated financial aid must be paid in order to attend classes. The University cannot release any grades, transcripts, or other academic records until a student's financial obligations have been cleared. When considering the refund of excess funds on a student's account,
the University must have received all deferred sources of payment necessary to pay the
account in full. These include outside scholarships and grants, subsidized and
unsubsidized student or parent loans, monthly payment plans, and any other sources of
deferred payments upon which the Withdrawal Credit and Refund Policy A student who withdraws from Franciscan University or from resident status at the University will not be entitled to any credit of charges unless an official withdrawal has been received in the Enrollment Services Department. An official withdrawal form must be fully completed by the student, dated, and signed by all designated offices and the Registrar. Students dismissed or suspended by the University for disciplinary reasons will not be entitled to a refund. When a student officially withdraws, Franciscan University will retain one-fifteenth per week (or portion of any week) of total tuition, fees, room, and board for the period enrolled, through the eighth week of the semester. The balance of charges will be credited to the student's account and/or refunded. After the eighth week of the semester, NO credit or refund of charges will be issued. When a student drops a course or changes from full-time to part-time status, the University will retain one-fifteenth per week (or portion of any week) of the total charge for the course dropped or one-fifteenth of the difference between the full-time and part-time charge for the period enrolled, through the eighth week of the semester. After the eighth week of the semester, NO credit or refund of charges will be issued. Students who totally withdraw will be charged an administration fee of $100. Federal-Title IV Financial Aid If a refund is due a student under the University's refund policy and the student received any Title IV aid other than College Work Study (i.e., Perkins Loan, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Pell Grant, Stafford Loan, or Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students), the refund must be returned by the University to the Title IV program(s). The following formula, as required by law, is used to determine what must be returned: New Students
Continuing Students 1.
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The refund will be distributed among the various Title IV aid programs in the following order: 1) Stafford, 2) PLUS, 3) Perkins, 4) Pell Grant, 5) SEOG. University Aid If a student drops below 12 credit hours or withdraws from the University during an academic term, the amount of University administered aid that will be recovered from the student is subject to the University's tuition refund policy. All Franciscan University grants and scholarships apply to tuition and on-campus expenses only. Students choosing to live off campus will not be entitled to a refund of institutional aid. *Funds received through Student Financial Aid must be returned first. If there is an amount remaining, then state and/or institutional funds will be returned. If there is an amount remaining after these obligations, then the student may receive a refund. |
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