2018-2019
ACADEMIC CATALOG
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ANDREW COLLEGE
ACADEMIC CATALOG
2018-2019
Andrew College offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Visitors are always welcome. Persons
wishing to visit the college during the weekend should contact the Office of Enrollment Services. The College address is:
Andrew College
501 College Street
Cuthbert, Georgia 39840
229-732-2171
229-732-2176 (fax)
1-800-664-9250 (Enrollment Services)
www.andrewcollege.edu
Communications Directory
Educational Programs
Office of Academic Affairs
General Information
Office of Enrollment Services
Catalog Requests
Office of Academic Affairs
Transcript Requests
Office of the Registrar
College Calendar
www.andrewcollege.edu
Payment of Accounts
Business Office
Scholarships, Grants
Office of Enrollment Services
Alumni Affairs
Office of Development
Student Life
Office of Student Affairs
Student Housing
Office of Student Affairs
Athletics
Athletic Director
This catalog will remain in effect until superseded by a new catalog or catalog supplement. Any student whose
program is interrupted by an absence of one year or more may incur the obligation of meeting changed
requirements as printed in the current catalog.
Andrew College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, creed, national origin, or disability in its
admissions and employment policies, its educational, financial aid, athletic and other college programs. Andrew College complies
with Title IX of the Educational Amendment of 1972 and Section 504 of the 1973 Rehabilitation Act.
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Table of Contents
Academic Calendar ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8
General Information ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Accreditation .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Degrees & Certifications ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Mission and Philosophy ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Mission Statement ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Philosophy ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
History ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Location .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
The Student Body ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Intercollegiate Athletics ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Institutional Research, Assessment, and Effectiveness .................................................................................................................................. 12
Intellectual Property ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Academic Support Services and Programs ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
Academic Advising .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Disability Services ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 12
Focus Program ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Student Success Center (SSC) ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Pitts Library ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Interdisciplinary Writing and Reading Center (IWRC) ............................................................................................................................. 13
Learning Support Programs ................................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Learning Support Program Curriculum ....................................................................................................................................................... 14
Learning Support Exit Policy ......................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Learning Support Grading Policy ................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Special Programs ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Academic Honors Convocation .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
AndrewServes ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Cultural Enrichment Programs (CEP) ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
Honors Program .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Phi Theta Kappa Seminar Day ...................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Dramatic Productions ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Choraliers ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Student Publications ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Yearbook ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Literary Magazine ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Newspapers and Newsletters ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ................................................................................................................................... 17
Admissions .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 19
Policies and Procedures ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Criteria for Admission .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Non-Conditional Acceptance ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Conditional Acceptance .................................................................................................................................................................................. 20
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Provisional Acceptance ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Home-Schooled Students ............................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Non-Immigrant, Foreign Students................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Transfer Students ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Transient Students ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Veterans ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Dual Enrollment.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Readmission ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Financial Information ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
2018-2019 Tuition and Fees ................................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Fees and Charges ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Books/Supplies ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Financial Obligation.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Refund Policies ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Withdrawal Procedure ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Refunds of Tuition and Fees .......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Appeals for Refund .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Student Repayment Policy .............................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Student Financial Aid ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Federal Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements........................................................................................................................................... 27
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) ......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Institutional Scholarships ................................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant (GTEG) ............................................................................................................................................ 31
HOPE & Zell Miller Scholarships ................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Veterans and Dependent Benefits ................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Other Aid ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Additional Information ................................................................................................................................................................................... 31
Student Life ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 32
Office of Student Affairs ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Mission ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Aims and Objectives ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 33
Student Handbook Information ......................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Calendar/Scheduling of Events..................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Counseling Services ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Grievances and Complaints ........................................................................................................................................................................... 33
Health and Medical Care ................................................................................................................................................................................. 34
Andrew College Police Department ............................................................................................................................................................. 35
Religious Life .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Student Life Programs .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Student Orientation ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Inspire Day(s).................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
New Student Workshop ................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Recreation and Intramural Program ............................................................................................................................................................. 36
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Student Organizations ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Sexual Misconduct-Sexual Harrassment or Sexual Assault ...................................................................................................................... 38
Residence Life Information ................................................................................................................................................................................. 38
Residency Requirements ................................................................................................................................................................................. 38
Academic Regulations ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Academic Standards .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 40
Academic Honor Code ................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Academic Integrity ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Attendance.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
Classification of Students ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Credit Hours .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 41
Credit by Examination .................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Credit Earned at Other Institutions .............................................................................................................................................................. 42
Credit for Experience ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Concurrent Enrollment ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 43
Transient Student Status ................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Course Load ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Course Sequence ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Grades ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 43
Grade Point Average (GPA) ............................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Grade Appeals ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45
Repeating a Course ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Independent Study ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 46
Auditing .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Final Examinations ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Grade Reports ........................................................................................................................................................................................................ 47
Honors and Awards .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 47
President’s List .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 47
Dean’s List ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Graduation ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 47
Graduation Ceremony and Diplomas .......................................................................................................................................................... 47
Intent to Graduate and Graduation Fee ...................................................................................................................................................... 47
Graduation with Honors ................................................................................................................................................................................ 47
Graduation Requirements .............................................................................................................................................................................. 47
Physical Education Requirements and Exemption .................................................................................................................................... 48
Registration............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 48
Drop/Add ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Academic Performance ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Academic Warning ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 48
Academic Probation ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 48
Academic Suspension ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 49
Academic Expulsion ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 49
Academic Transcripts ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
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Replacement Diplomas ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 50
Withdrawal ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
From the College .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
From a Course .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 50
Due to Disciplinary Suspension .................................................................................................................................................................... 51
Registration Cancellation ................................................................................................................................................................................ 51
Academic Programs............................................................................................................................................................................................ 52
Degrees, Certifications & Concentrations ........................................................................................................................................................ 53
Academic Concentrations ............................................................................................................................................................................... 53
Curriculum Summary ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 54
Certificate of Cancer Registry Management (Online) ................................................................................................................................ 55
Certificate of Church Music ........................................................................................................................................................................... 56
A.A. in Communication .................................................................................................................................................................................. 57
A.A. in History.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 58
A.A. in Liberal Arts .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 59
A.A. in Literature ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
A.A. in Theatre Arts ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 61
A.A. in Visual Art ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 62
A.M. in Music ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 63
A.S. in Applied Behavioral Health ................................................................................................................................................................ 64
A.S. in Athletic Training ................................................................................................................................................................................. 65
A.S. in Biology .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 66
A.S. in Business Administration .................................................................................................................................................................... 67
B.S. in Business Administration .................................................................................................................................................................... 68
A.S. in Chemistry.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 69
A.S. in Criminal Justice.................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
A.S. in Education ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 71
A.S. in Mathematics ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
A.S. in Physical Science ................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
A.S. in Pre-Health Professional ..................................................................................................................................................................... 74
A.S. in Sustainable Agriculture....................................................................................................................................................................... 75
A.S. in Social Science ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
A.S. in Timber Management .......................................................................................................................................................................... 77
Division of Allied Health ................................................................................................................................................................................. 78
A.S. in Respiratory Therapy. .......................................................................................................................................................................... 83
Division of Nursing ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 84
Associate Degree in Nursing. ......................................................................................................................................................................... 88
Course Descriptions ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 89
CULTURAL ENRICHMENT (ACS) .............................................................................................................................................................. 90
ANDREW COLLEGE EXPERIENCE (ACE) ............................................................................................................................................ 90
APPLIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (ABH) ............................................................................................................................................... 90
ART (ART) ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 91
BIOLOGY (BIO) ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 92
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BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BUS)........................................................................................................................................................ 92
CANCER REGISTRY MANAGEMENT (CRM) ........................................................................................................................................ 95
CHEMISTRY (CHE) ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 96
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CRJ) .............................................................................................................................................................................. 97
EDUCATION (EDU) ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
ENGLISH (ENG) ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 98
FOREIGN LANGUAGES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 100
SPANISH (SPA) ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 100
HEALTH EDUCATION (HED) ................................................................................................................................................................... 100
HISTORY (HIS) ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 100
HUMANITIES (HUM) ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 101
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (IFS) ................................................................................................................................................................ 101
MATHEMATICS (MAT) ................................................................................................................................................................................. 101
MUSIC (MUS) ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 102
APPLIED MUSIC .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 104
CHURCH MUSIC (MUC) ................................................................................................................................................................................ 104
NURSING (NUR) .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 104
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PED) ................................................................................................................................................................ 105
PHYSICS (PHY) ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 107
POLITICAL SCIENCE (POS)........................................................................................................................................................................ 108
PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)...................................................................................................................................................................................... 108
SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE (RAG) .................................................................................................................................................. 109
RELIGION/PHILOSOPHY (RPH) ............................................................................................................................................................. 110
RESPIRATORY THERAPY (RES) ............................................................................................................................................................... 110
SERVANT LEADERSHIP (STL) .................................................................................................................................................................. 112
SOCIOLOGY (SOC)......................................................................................................................................................................................... 112
THEATRE (THE).............................................................................................................................................................................................. 112
TIMBER MANAGEMENT (TBM) ............................................................................................................................................................... 113
Faculty & Administration .............................................................................................................................................................................. 115
Board of Trustees ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 116
Faculty ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 116
President’s Cabinet .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 117
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2018-2019
Academic Calendar
Fall Semester 2018
August 9, Thursday ........................................................................................................ New Students Arrive/Move-In
August 10-13, Fri-Mon ........................................................................................................... New Student Orientation
August 12, Sunday ................................................................................................ Returning Students Arrive/Move-In
August 13, Monday ........................................................................................................................ Advising/Registration
August 14, Tuesday ......................................................................................... Classes Begin (Full Term/1
st
mini-term)
August 20, Monday ...................................................... Last Day to Drop or Add a Class (Full Term/1
st
mini-term)
August 23, Thursday ............................................................................................................................... Fall Convocation
September 3, Monday.................................................................................... Labor Day (No Classes, Offices Closed)
September 11, Tuesday .............................................................................................................. Midterm (1
st
mini-term)
September 14, Friday ................................................. Deadline to submit Application for Graduation for Fall 2018
October 5-October 7, Friday-Sunday .............................................................................................. Homecoming 2018
October 10 Wednesday .................................................................................................................. Midterm (Full Term)
October 11-12, Thursday-Friday ............................................................................................... Fall Break (No Classes)
October 15, Monday ......................................................................................................... Classes Begin (2
nd
mini-term)
October 17, Wednesday ................................................................. Last Day to Drop or Add a Class (2
nd
mini-term)
October 29, Monday ....................................................................................... Pre-registration for Spring 2019 Begins
November 5, Monday ............................................................................................................... Midterm (2
nd
mini-term)
November 21-23, Wednesday-Friday .................................... Thanksgiving Holidays (No Classes, Offices Closed)
November 30, Friday ................................Last Day of Classes/Last Day to Withdraw from a course (Full Term)
December 3-7, Monday-Friday ..................................................................................................................... Final Exams
December 7, Friday .................................................................................................................... All Students/Move-Out
December 24-January 2.............................................................................................................. Campus Offices Closed
Spring Semester 2019
January 5, Saturday .............................................................................................................All Students Arrive/Move-In
January 6, Sunday ..................................................................................................................... New Student Orientation
January 7, Monday ......................................................................................................................... Advising/Registration
January 8, Tuesday ........................................................................................ Classes Begin (Full Term/1st mini-term)
January 11, Friday ....................................................... Last Day to Drop or Add a Class (Full Term/1st mini-term)
January 21, Monday ......................................................... Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (No Classes, Offices Closed)
January 29, Tuesday .................................................................................................................... Midterm (1
st
mini-term)
February 8, Friday ............... Deadline to submit Application for Graduation for Spring 2019 and Summer 2019
March 1, Friday ................................................................................................................................ Midterm (Full Term)
March 4-8, Monday-Friday .................................................................................................... Spring Break (No Classes)
March 11, Monday ............................................................................................................. Classes Begin (2
nd
mini-term)
March 13, Wednesday ................................................................... Last Day to Drop or Add a Class (2
nd
mini term)
April 1, Monday ......................................................................................................................... Midterm (2
nd
mini-term)
April 4, Thursday ........................................................................................................................... Honor’s Convocation
April 8, Monday ................................................................... Pre-registration for Fall 2019 and Summer 2019 Begins
April 19, Friday ............................................................................................Good Friday (No Classes, Offices Closed)
April 26, Friday ........................................ Last Day of Classes/ Last Day to Withdraw from a Course (Full Term)
April 29-May 3, Monday-Friday ................................................................................................................... Final Exams
May 3, Friday ............................................................................................................................... All Students/Move-Out
May 3, Friday ............................................................................................................... Nursing Pinning Ceremony 2019
May 4, Saturday ............................................................................................ Baccalaureate/Commencement Exercises
FALL 2018 Term Dates
Full Term: August 14, 2018 – December 7, 2018
1
st
Mini-term: August 14, 2018 – October 10, 2018
2
nd
Mini-term: October 15, 2018 – December 7, 2018
SPRING 2019 Term Dates
Full Term: January 08, 2019 – May 3, 2019
1
st
Mini-term: January 08, 2019 – March 1, 2019
2
nd
Mini-term: March 11, 2019 – May 3, 2019
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Term Dates
Full Term: May 30, 2019 – July 26, 2019
1
st
Mini-Term: May 30, 2019 – June 27, 2019
2
nd
Mini-Term: June 28, 2019 – July 26, 2019
2018 - 2019
Academic Calendar
Summer Term 2019
May 28, Tuesday .......................................................................................... New/Returning Students Arrive
May 29, Wednesday ................................................................ Orientation/Testing/Advising/Registration
May 30, Thursday ......................................................................... Classes Begin (Full-Term/1
st
Mini-Term)
June 3, Monday ...................................... Last Day to Drop or Add a Course (Full-Term/1
st
Mini-Term)
June 10, Monday ....................................................................................................... Midterm (1
st
Mini-Term)
June 24, Monday .................................................................................................. Final Exam (1
st
Mini-Term)
June 24, Monday ............................................................................................................. Midterm (Full-Term)
June 27, Thursday ........................... Last Day of Class/Last Day to WD from a Course (1
st
Mini-Term)
June 28, Friday ................................................................................................ Classes Begin (2
nd
Mini-Term)
July 4, Thursday ............................................................... Independence Day (No Classes, Offices Closed)
July 5, Friday .............................................................. Last Day to Drop or Add a Course (2
nd
Mini-Term)
July 8, Monday .......................................................................................................... Midterm (2
nd
Mini-Term)
July 19, Friday ............. Last Day of Class/Last Day to WD from a Course (Full-Term/2
nd
Mini-Term)
July 22-26, Monday-Friday ......................................................... Final Exams (Full-Term /2
nd
Mini-Term)
July 26, Friday .............................................................................................................. All Students Move-Out
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General
Information
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Accreditation
Andrew College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate and
bachelor degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for
questions about the accreditation of Andrew College.
Affiliation
Andrew College is endorsed by the University Senate of the United Methodist Church as an affiliated United Methodist institution.
Degrees and Certifications
Andrew College offers the Associate of Arts, Associate of Music, Associate of Science, Associate Degree in Nursing, and the Bachelor
of Science degree programs that lead to advanced degrees in the arts and sciences, in addition to two certificate programs: Cancer
Registry Management and Church Music. A complete listing of the academic programs of study can be found on page 53.
Mission and Philosophy
Mission Statement
Andrew College - the United Methodist beacon of educational, spiritual, and cultural uplift to Southwest Georgia since 1854 -prepares
students for lives of servant leadership and purpose through higher education that is relevant to its region and beyond.
Philosophy
In keeping with its Christian heritage, Andrew College provides an environment which prepares students for further study at a
senior college and enables them to understand themselves as persons of responsibility and potential within the global community.
Andrew is not sectarian and its services are open without regard to race, gender, ethnicity, creed, or economic status.
Andrew College seeks to achieve its purpose by providing the following advantages:
Opportunity for intellectual, social and spiritual growth;
A professionally competent faculty dedicated to teaching;
Individual attention to students at all levels of operation within the college;
A two-year curriculum that parallels that of four-year colleges and universities;
A cultural enrichment program which encourages students to appreciate the arts;
The opportunity to learn leisure time skills which lead to the development of a healthy body;
Redemption in the basic skills;
Orientation experiences for successful adjustment to college life;
Academic advising;
Challenging programs for the intellectually gifted student;
A student community committed to the earning of a college education;
Cultural and academic resources for the community and the churches of the area.
History
Andrew Female College and Academy opened as a four-year college in 1854. It was named in honor of Bishop James O. Andrew,
who was responsible for the founding of the Methodist Episcopal Church, South. In 1856 Bishop Andrew came to Cuthbert to
dedicate the school to “the service of God.” During the years of 1864-1865, classes were held in town and the College buildings and
facilities were used by the government of the Confederacy as Hood Hospital. In 1866, the school included in its curriculum a course
in physical training, the first such course to be required of women in the South. In 1892, the existing Andrew Female College buildings
burned; however, funds were raised immediately by the people of Cuthbert, and “Old Main,” the present administration building, was
constructed. Warren Bush Hall, the first classroom building, was built in 1900 and Cuthbert Hall in 1912, thereby joining “Old Main”
and Warren Bush into one unit. These facilities are currently in the midst of a multi-year renovation.
In 1917, Andrew College became a two-year college. Because it was still offering preparatory programs, it remained a member of the
Southern Association of Secondary Schools. Andrew remained a college serving only women until 1956, when it became
coeducational. A period of expansion began in 1948 with the construction of the original Pitts Library. Patterson Hall was built in
1961, Rhodes Hall in 1963, and the Parker Physical Education Building in 1966. The year of 1967 brought construction of the new
Pitts Library, Mitchell Hall, and the remodeling of the original library into the Suarez Fine Arts Building. In January of 1984, the Don
Abbott Turner Dining Hall opened, and in 1985, the Charlotte and Idus Rhodes Science and Computer Center was completed. In
September 1986, the Jinks Physical Education Complex was opened. A new three-story residence hall, the Fort Building, was
completed in 1999 and the Phyllis and Jack Jones Chapel in 2001. In 2007, the intramural field was dedicated and renamed to Crispin
and Jimmy Gilbert Field in honor of their longtime service to Andrew College.
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Location
Cuthbert is located sixty miles south of Columbus, Georgia, twenty-five miles east of the Alabama State line and two hours north of
Tallahassee, Florida. The city is intersected by U.S. Highways 82 and 27 that provide excellent access. The Randolph County airport
can accommodate light aircraft.
The Student Body
The student body at Andrew is impressively diverse and yet tightly knit. Andrew students come from every section of the United
States as well as from foreign countries. Within this varied population, there exists the kind of social harmony that only a small college
can provide. There are no strangers at Andrew. People know each other because they study together, they live together, they dine
together, and they interact in small groups. The residence halls, the classrooms and the athletic fields are all learning centers at Andrew
College. The harmonious social atmosphere that Andrew College provides is an integral part of the total educational experience at
Andrew.
Intercollegiate Athletics
Andrew College maintains membership in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Georgia Collegiate
Athletic Association (GCAA). Andrew College sponsors four women's sports and four men's sports. The women's sponsored
sports include basketball, soccer, softball, and volleyball. The men's sponsored sports include basketball, baseball, golf, and
soccer. Andrew offers scholarships in all intercollegiate sports in which the College participates.
Institutional Research, Assessment and Effectiveness
Andrew College, in a commitment to ensure excellence in its academic programs, administrative offices, and services has implemented
a continuous program of institutional research, effectiveness and student assessment. These activities are used to gather information
and data to assess academic programs and student achievement, perceptions, and attitudes. This information plays an important role
in determining college policies and academic requirements. All students are required to participate in various assessment activities to
determine how well the institution is achieving its mission.
Intellectual Property
Scholarly works such as articles, computer programs, books, musical or dramatic compositions of employees or students of Andrew
College are considered the property of the creator unless the work is prepared by special agreement or is a part of the expectations of
the employment contract. Any discovery or invention which a) results from research carried on by or under the direction of any
employee which is supported by Andrew College funds or by funds controlled or administered by the college, or b) has been developed
in whole or in part through the use of college resources or facilities not available to the general public, or c) results from an employee's
duties with the college shall belong to Andrew College. College employees and students shall disclose any item that may fall within
items "a" or "b" listed in this statement of ownership of Intellectual Property.
Academic Support Services and Programs
Academic Advising
Degree-seeking students are assigned a faculty advisor by the Registrar based upon the student’s chosen academic area of study or
concentration. Students are encouraged to declare a concentration upon enrolling at the college. By the end of the first semester, all
degree-seeking students are required to declare a concentration by completing a Change of Major-Concentration-Advisor Form
through their initial advisor, and submit the completed form to the Office of the Registrar. The Registrar will process the completed
form and assign the student a faculty advisor based upon the student’s chosen discipline or preference. The faculty advisor will assist
the student in all matters relating to academic programs, progression through a plan of study, transferability of coursework, and
graduation requirements. The student must always consult his/her advisor before making course changes, and the advisor must sign
all course change forms.
Disability Services
Andrew College is committed to providing equal educational opportunities for all students while facilitating a successful and positive
college experience. One of the responsibilities of the College is to help integrate students with disabilities into the academic and social
process so that they may enjoy a full college experience. At Andrew College, the Director of Disability Services coordinates disability
services for students with disabilities. Students with disabilities must self-disclose their disabilities to the Director of Disability Services
and provide required documentation, to be certified eligible for services.
The Director of Disability Services reviews the student’s documentation to determine eligibility for appropriate accommodations
including but not limited to physical disabilities, learning disabilities, and psychiatric disabilities, at Andrew College under the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Individuals requesting reasonable
accommodations must schedule an appointment with the Director of Disability Services as soon as the student is accepted at Andrew
College. The student must provide current documentation of his/her disability from a qualified, licensed professional, and the
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documentation must meet the criteria outlined in the Andrew College Disability Documentation Guidelines, which are available through the
Focus Program Office. The documentation must establish that the student has an official diagnosis of a disability and demonstrate
that the disability substantially limits a major life activity. In addition, the documentation must validate the need for reasonable
accommodations and demonstrate the impact of the disability on the student’s ability to function in a postsecondary setting. The
documentation assists in the determination of the appropriate accommodations and services to minimize the impact of the disability
and personalizes the student’s rights to equal access to Andrew College.
It is the responsibility of the student to provide this documentation and to register with the Director of Disability Services by the
end of the first full week of classes; however, students are encouraged to contact the Director of Disability Services and self-
disclose any disabilities as soon as they are accepted to Andrew College. After the Director of Disability Services documents the
student’s appropriate accommodations, it is the student’s responsibility to meet with each of his/her instructors and faculty advisor,
to communicate the appropriate accommodations that the student is eligible to receive.
The Director of Disability Services’ office is located in the Focus Lab at 45 McDonald Avenue.
For more information please visit
http://www.andrewcollege.edu/sites/default/files/attachments/focus/office_of_disability_services_guide_to_services.pdf
or http://www.andrewcollege.edu/focus-program or call 229-732-5908.
Focus Program
In addition to reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities, Andrew College has established an intensive
level of academic support services designed for and limited to students with documented specific learning disabilities and/or
documented Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder(s). These enhanced services include full time, professionally staffed, assistive
technology computer center and academic learning lab where enrolled students are monitored and supported on a daily basis.
Enrollment in The Focus Program requires a supplemental admission process and fee.
Fall Semester: $2,850
Spring Semester: $2,850
Summer Semester: $550 per session
In order to reserve a participant’s slot in the Focus Program, a non-refundable deposit of $1,000 must be made by July 1 of each year.
Students may be considered for the program after that time; however, space cannot be confirmed for a student without a deposit.
Based on the individualized services of this program, there are a limited number of participants. Students must commit to participate
in the Focus Program on an annual basis in order for the college to allocate sufficient resources to provide these specialized services.
Contact the Director of Focus Program for additional information.
A student who officially withdraws from the College within 14 days of the term registration day is eligible for a partial refund of fees
from the Focus Program. Focus Program refunds are made only when a student completely withdraws from the college. No refunds
are made when students, on their own, withdraw from the Focus Program after the first day of classes per the published schedule for
that specific term and do not withdraw from the college. It is the student’s responsibility to withdraw from the college officially in
accordance with established procedures as published in the Andrew College Catalog. Information about withdrawal from the college
and the required forms are available in the Registrar’s Office. Refund requests must be made in the Business Office, not the
Focus Program. Refunds are calculated in accordance with the same published schedules as tuition refunds and based upon the first
day of classes per published schedule and the last day of class attendance as stated in the Refunds of Tuition and Fees Policy in the
Andrew College Catalog. Refunds are not made to students who are suspended or excluded for disciplinary reasons or to students
who do not officially withdraw in accordance with established procedures.
Student Success Center (SSC)
The Student Success Center (SSC) is a one-stop-shop for the most comprehensive academic support services available at Andrew
College. This center is open to all students and offers services such as: academic counseling, professional tutoring, transfer
information, First Year Experience Workshops, career exploration, facilitated and supervised study halls, campus referrals,
community referrals, one-on-one assistance and support. The mission of the Student Success Center is to increase retention,
persistence, and graduation rates through implementation of academic and student support initiatives. The Student Success Center
is located in Pitts Library.
Pitts Library
The professional staff at Pitts Library assists students whenever help is requested or needed. Subscriptions to periodicals and daily
and weekly newspapers supplement the holdings and provide reading and research sources for the students and faculty. Library
computers afford students access to WorldCat and GALILEO. Subscriptions to Films on Demand and GALE, as well as microfilm
resources provide materials in different forms. A group study room and special reference section are available for student use and
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an attractive main reading room provides areas for individual study. The Andy Cat Café provides an area for students to study
individually or in groups while enjoying a cup of coffee. Tiger Pause, the Andrew College store, is located in Pitts Library. The Andrew
College Archives are located in the building.
Interdisciplinary Writing and Reading Center (IWRC)
The Interdisciplinary Writing and Reading Center (IWRC) provide students with the support that they need in writing and reading to
build a strong foundation for excellence in their coursework and their chosen discipline. The IWRC is open to all students. It is a
‘one-stop’ shop for assistance with writing and reading assignments in all courses, at all levels. It offers one-on-one tutoring
consultations on student assignments in progress. Students can also obtain help with other things, such as college application essays.
In addition, the IWRC offers workshops and presentations—for small groups, classes, student organizations, or even residence hall
programs. Presentations can cover any writing or reading issue. (For more information on workshops and presentations, contact the
IWRC Director.) The IWRC is funded through the QEP budget. It is located in the Pitts Library.
Learning Support Programs
Learning Support Programs
The Learning Support Program serves students who need to improve their academic skills before embarking on a full-time schedule
of college level courses. Students admitted to Andrew College on a conditional basis will be required to take a placement test at the
beginning of their first semester. The placement index results will determine the placement of students in either Learning Support
courses and/or college level courses. Students who test into Learning Support courses must be enrolled in required courses until all
subject areas have been satisfied. The placement index is available on the Andrew College website.
Learning Support Program Curriculum
The Learning Support Curriculum consists of the following courses:
1. ENG 091 – Foundations of English – 3 hrs.
2. ENG 099 – Support for English Composition – 1 hr. (To be taken with ENG 111)
3. MAT 081 – Foundations of Math I – 3 hrs.
4. MAT 091 – Foundations of Math II – 3 hrs.
5. MAT 099 – Accelerated Foundations of Math II – 1 hr. (To be taken with MAT 111)
6. ACE 101 – Andrew College Experience – 1 hr.
Students enrolled in Learning Support coursework may take college credit courses from the General Education Learning Support
List when recommended by their academic advisor. Students are required to take courses recommended by their advisor. A student
may not attempt the same Learning Support course more than two times, with the exception of ENG099 and MAT099, which may
be taken 3 times (the same as the college gateway courses they support). A student who cannot successfully exit a Learning Support
course after two attempts will not be allowed to attend Andrew College until an equivalent course is successfully completed at another
institution.
Corequisite Course Policies
The English corequisite course, ENG 099, is designed to provide extra support for students who score just under the required
placement test scores for college level English, as indicated by the placement index on the Andrew College website. Students who
score within the ENG 099 placement range must take the support course in combination with the college level course.
Students will exit the corequisite course upon successful completion of the gateway college course (ENG111). Students will re-enroll
in the corequisite until they have successfully completed the gateway course. Therefore, corequisite students must register for both
the gateway and corequisite courses every semester until they successfully complete the collegiate course.
Students’ grades in the corequisite course need not be the same as their grades in the gateway course.
Students will receive a grade of either A, B, C, or F in the corequisite course, and a grade of A, B, C, or F in the gateway
collegiate course.
Students who pass the corequisite course but do not successfully complete the gateway college course must repeat both the
corequisite course and the gateway course.
The limit of attempts for corequisite courses is the same as the limit of attempts for the gateway collegiate courses they
support: 3.
Students who pass the gateway collegiate course exit Learning Support even if they do not pass the corequisite support
course.
Students enrolled in the gateway collegiate course with corequisite support may not withdraw from either course without
withdrawing from both.
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Pass corequisite
Fail corequisite
Pass
collegiate
Exit Learning Support
Exit Learning Support but receive failing grade for
corequisite course
Fail collegiate
Remain in LS; repeat corequisite and collegiate
course
Remain in LS; repeat corequisite and collegiate course
Concurrent Course Policies
The concurrent math course, MAT 099, is designed to provide extra support for students who score just under the required placement
test scores for college level math, as indicated by the placement index on the Andrew College website. Students who score within the
MAT 099 placement range must take the support course in combination with the college level course. Students can exit the MAT 099
course upon successful completion of the course with a grade of C or better. Students who pass MAT 099 with a C or better are not
required to re-enroll in the course even if they fail MAT 111. Re-enrollment is at the discretion of the student.
Students’ grades in the MAT 099 course need not be the same as their grades in the MAT 111 course.
Students will receive a grade of either A, B, C, D or F in the concurrent course, and a grade of A, B, C, D or F in the gateway
collegiate (MAT111) course.
Students who pass the concurrent (MAT 099) course but do not successfully complete the gateway (MAT 111) college
course are not required to repeat the concurrent course.
The limit of attempts for concurrent courses is the same as the limit of attempts for the gateway collegiate courses they
support: 3.
Students who pass the gateway collegiate course exit Learning Support even if they do not pass the concurrent support
course.
Students enrolled in the gateway collegiate course with concurrent support may not withdraw from either course without
withdrawing from both.
Pass MAT 099
Fail MAT 099
Pass
collegiate
Exit Learning Support
Exit Learning Support but receive failing grade for
concurrent course
Fail
collegiate
Exit Learning Support, but must repeat collegiate
course
Remain in Learning Support; repeat concurrent and
collegiate course
Learning Support Exit Policies
To successfully exit Learning Support, students must meet the following 091 course requirements:
1. ENG 091 – Foundations of English: Pass the course with at least a C and pass the exit writing test
2. MAT 091 – Foundations of Math II: Pass the course with at least a C
Placement testing at the conclusion of the 081 course is optional at the discretion of the instructor.
Learning Support Grading Policies
Learning Support courses count toward the GPA at Andrew College but do not carry credit applicable to a degree and do not qualify
for any honor recognition awarded by Andrew College. Grades awarded in Learning Support courses are A, B, C, & F. In Learning
Support English courses, only students with an earned grade of A, B, or C will be allowed to take the exit essay.
ENG 091:
In order to pass ENG 091 and move to ENG 111, the student must pass the course and pass an exit writing test graded by
3 members of the Humanities Department on a Pass/Fail basis.
Students must receive 2 passes on the exit writing test to move to ENG 111 without the corequisite course and will have 2
opportunities to pass this test.
Students who pass ENG 091 but not the exit writing test will be enrolled in the ENG099 corequisite class along with
ENG111.
Students may also be placed in ENG099 at the discretion of the Learning Support Division Coordinator based on
recommendation by exit writing test graders and/or the student’s learning support course instructor.
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Special Programs
Academic Honors Convocation
The Academic Honors Convocation is held during spring semester every year. Awards given are as follows: Andy Awards are given
in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and outstanding achievement on the state, regional or national level. As well, academic
departmental awards are presented in each of the disciplines represented in the curriculum. Recognition is also given to members of
Phi Theta Kappa.
AndrewServes
Andrew Serves develops a spirit of Servant Leadership which connects academic reflection with community involvement and
service. The AndrewServes program helps students discover their leadership abilities while making a difference in the community.
Projects, retreats, mentoring, and shadowing exemplary leaders are available to further enhance students’ leadership education and
development.
Each year, a limited number of freshman students are selected to participate as Servant Leader Scholars and receive a scholarship.
Renewal of this award is granted for the sophomore year if program requirements are successfully completed. These students are
enrolled in a two-year leadership curriculum certificate program and participate in practical leadership experiences and community
service.
Cultural Enrichment Programs (CEP)
Through the Cultural Enrichment Program (CEP), Andrew College recognizes the fact that exposure to the cultural arts is an essential
part of a liberal arts education. As a graduation requirement, all degree-seeking students must attend designated programs relating to
the cultural arts during their enrollment. Presentations such as concerts, lectures, and dramatic productions comprise the Cultural
Enrichment Program schedule of events each year, and each student must submit successfully completed CEP forms for at least four
programs to meet the graduation requirement.
Honors Program
The Honors Program provides opportunities for students to develop their academic and leadership potential. Participants in the
program are eligible to take honors courses across the Andrew College curriculum and to take advantage of special academic and
extracurricular opportunities. To be eligible for the Honors Program, students must be unconditionally accepted to Andrew, maintain
a 3.0 grade point average, and score at least a 1000 on the SAT or 20 on the ACT. Students may also be nominated for the Honors
Program by faculty members.
The goals of the Honors Program are to:
1. Provide experiential learning through specialized planned activities
2. Enhance personal and professional development
3. Build critical and creative thinking skills
4. Develop leadership skills in the classroom and beyond
5. Increase student’s probabilities of being admitted into top universities and colleges
6. Enhance scholarship opportunities
In order to remain in good standing in the Honors Program, students must maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and participate
in Honors activities on a regular basis. To graduate in the Honors Program, students must complete fifteen hours of Honors
courses with a minimum overall GPA of 3.2. The Honors Program graduation distinction, Honors Scholar, is conferred at the time
of graduation and printed on student’s official academic transcript.
Phi Theta Kappa Seminar Day
Seminar Day, sponsored by the Theta Lambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, is held each year during the spring semester. Classes are
suspended for the scheduled seminars, and all students are required to attend. For over 40 years, outside speakers and Andrew faculty
members have participated in this community-wide Seminar Day centered upon the national Phi Theta Kappa study topic. By
participating in Seminar Day programs, Andrew College offers unique educational opportunities to students. The Theta Lambda
Chapter has won regional, national, and international awards since 1970.
Dramatic Productions
Students interested in music and theatre have the opportunity to participate in the Andrew College theatrical productions each fall
and spring.
Choraliers
The Choraliers is a select vocal group that represents the college in programs both off and on campus. The group is open to all
students by audition and participation carries one semester hour of credit.
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Student Publications
Yearbook
The Andranthus is the yearbook published by students under staff supervision and serves as a record of school activities during the
year.
Literary Magazine
A printed annual edition of a literary magazine entitled Spire Light is produced by students to showcase writing and artwork by the
Andrew College community.
Newspapers and Newsletters
Andrew Weekly is the student e-newspaper published weekly during the academic year. The e-newspaper contains student, faculty and
staff submittals, college announcements, and serves as a sounding board for campus issues. Tiger Times is a weekly e-newsletter
published weekly relaying feature stories on athletics contests, student-athletes, schedules, and upcoming events.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford students certain rights with respect to their education records. They
are:
1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the College receives a written
request for access.
Students should submit to the Office of the Registrar written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The
Registrar will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If
the records are not maintained by the Office of the Registrar, the Registrar shall advise the student of the correct official to
whom the request should be addressed. Students also have the right to request copies of material from their records. The charge
for such copies will be $1.00 per page with the exception of the academic transcript. Options to order an academic transcript can
be found on page 50.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the student believes are inaccurate or
misleading.
Students may ask the College to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the College
official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or
misleading. FERPA was not intended to provide a process to be used to question substantive judgments which are correctly recorded. The rights of
challenge are not intended to allow students to contest, for example, a grade in a course because they felt a higher grade should have been assigned.
If the College decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the College will notify the student of the decision
and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding
the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records,
except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A
school official is a person employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff
position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the College has contracted
(such as an attorney, auditor, collection agent, or official of the National Student Loan Clearinghouse); or a student serving on
an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her
tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill
his or her professional responsibility.
4. Generally, schools must have written permission from the student before releasing any information from a student's
educational record. However, the law allows schools to disclose records, without consent of the student, to the
following parties:
College employees who have a legitimate need to know
Parents of dependent students as defined by the Internal Revenue Service
Persons who need to know in cases of health and safety emergencies
Accrediting organizations to carry out accrediting functions
Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student
Federal, State and local governmental officials for purposes authorized by law
Individuals who have lawfully obtained court orders or subpoenas
Organizations conducting educational studies for the College
Courts during litigation between the College and the student or parent
Victims of crimes of violence after final results of a disciplinary hearing
Public after disciplinary proceedings determine student committed crime of violence.
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5. Directory Information
The College designates the following as public or "Directory Information": The student's name, home and college addresses,
telephone numbers, program of study, degree sought, expected date of completion of degree requirements and graduation,
degrees and awards received, dates of attendance, full or part time enrollment status, the previous educational agency or
institution attended, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of athletic team members and
other similar information. Students may restrict the release of "Directory Information", except to school officials with legitimate
educational interests and others as indicated in point #4 above. To do so, a student must make the request in writing to the
Office of the Registrar, 501 College Street, Cuthbert, GA, 39840-5550. Once filed, this request becomes a permanent part of the
student's record until the student instructs the Registrar, in writing, to have the request removed.
6. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the College to
comply with the requirements of FERPA.
In many situations, complaints relative to FERPA can be resolved within the College on an informal basis. Any student who
wishes to discuss a FERPA complaint may contact the Registrar, 501 College Street, Cuthbert, GA, 39840-5550 or (229) 732-
5962. To file a FERPA complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, contact the Office that administers FERPA at:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW.
Washington, DC, 20202-4605
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Admissions
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Policies and Procedures
Andrew College admits applicants who demonstrate abilities necessary for successful completion of the program. Admission decisions
are based on the applicant’s previous academic record, test scores and, in some cases, a personal or telephone interview and
recommendation from the Enrollment Management Committee. Equal educational opportunities are offered to students regardless
of race, color, religion, gender, age, creed, or national origin
Criteria for Admission
Applicants may be admitted for any term. In order to insure proper processing, all credentials should be on file in the Office of
Enrollment Services 30 days prior to semester registration. All applicants must submit the following material:
1. A completed application for admission, including a $20 application fee,
2. Transcripts of high school (or GED) and/or all college course work attempted,
3. Scores from either the SAT or ACT. Students who have been out of high school for over 5 years or who have at least 24
semester hours of transferrable credit are exempt from this requirement.
Non-Conditional Acceptance (Clear Acceptance)
Admission to Andrew College is gained through an individual selection process. Minimum academic requirements for non-conditional
(clear) acceptance include a high school diploma, graduation from an accredited high school, an evaluated high school GPA (generally
including only academic, college-preparatory coursework) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, and SAT scores of 500 Evidence Based Reading and
Writing and 500 Math on the new SAT or ACT scores of 19 English and 19 Math. For students who took the old SAT (prior to
March, 2016), the requirements are 460 Critical Reading and 460 Math. Students who meet or exceed the minimum academic
requirements for non-conditional (clear) acceptance will be excused from college placement testing.
Conditional Acceptance
Students not meeting the minimum academic requirements for non-conditional (clear) acceptance may be conditionally accepted.
Students conditionally accepted will be required to take the college placement test prior to registering their first semester. The
placement test results will determine the placement of students in either learning support and/or college level courses. Additionally,
all conditionally accepted students will be enrolled in ACS 100 – College Success during their first term of enrollment.
Students who do meet the minimum 500 or 19 of each test section of the SAT or ACT respectively will be required to take the portion
of the placement test for which there is a deficiency. For example: If a student scores a 510 on the Evidence Based Reading and
Writing section and 440 math, the student will be required to take the mathematics portion of the placement test.
Provisional Acceptance
Students not meeting the minimum academic requirements for non-conditional or conditional acceptance may be provisionally
accepted. Provisionally accepted students are those students who have a high school GPA below 2.0 or do not meet the minimum
combined SAT and/or ACT score required for admission (see Criteria for Admission). Students provisionally accepted will be
required to take the College’s designated placement test prior to registering for their first semester. The placement test results will
determine the placement of students in either learning support and/or college level courses. Students admitted provisionally have to
attain a minimum overall GPA of 1.6 by the end of their second semester enrolled at the college, with at least 24 credit hours of
coursework attempted. Failure to attain this GPA will mean a minimum of one semester suspension from the college. Provisionally
accepted student will be required to enroll in ACS100 (College Success) their first semester in attendance.
Home Schooled Students
All applicants must submit the following material to be considered for admission:
1. A completed and signed application for admission
2. $20 application fee
3. Transcripts of home school course work attempted (or GED)
If studies are completed through a formal home school program, this record should be an official transcript of the
program.
If the program is crafted by parents or others, a detailed account of subjects studied, texts used, and books read
should accompany an evaluation of the student’s performance in specific areas.
4. Transcripts of college course work attempted, if applicable.
5. Copy of Declaration of Intent to Home School as filed with the local school board. (needed when applying for HOPE)
6. Scores from either the SAT or the ACT.
7. Letters of recommendation or an interview may be requested if necessary.
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Students not meeting the minimum academic requirements for non-conditional (clear) acceptance as outlined above may be
accepted conditionally and will follow the provisions set forth in the section above regarding Conditional Admission
Non-Immigrant, Foreign Students
Andrew College is authorized under federal regulations to enroll international students who possess the proper documentation.
International students who have completed Secondary Education (12 years), and score 61 Internet Based Test / 173 Computer Based
Test / 500 Paper Based Test or higher on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or score 5.5 or higher on the
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or obtain an acceptable score on an equivalent English language examination
may be admitted to Andrew College without condition. Non-Immigrant or Foreign students must complete the admission process
30 days prior to New Student Orientation. International students, whose first language is English, will be considered for acceptance
under the same criteria and conditions as domestic students. (See Criteria for Admission). The following items must be submitted
before the student can be considered for acceptance
1. Admission application and application fee
2. Proof of Secondary School graduation
3. College transcripts from all colleges that the student has attended
4. Financial statement (a bank statement, no more than 1 month old, with a current balance that meets the financial
threshold required for Andrew College to issue the I-20)
5. Sponsor letter from the person (s) funding the cost of education
6. Copy of their Visa or passport
Transfer Students
Students who have successfully completed work at other colleges and who are not currently on suspension from another college may
apply to Andrew College as transfer students. Students who have less than 24 semester hours accepted for transfer credit will be
considered based upon the general criteria for admission applied to new students. Students who have 24 or more semester hours
accepted for credit will be considered on the basis of their college transcript.
Transient Students
A student enrolled as a regular student at another college or university may apply for temporary admission to Andrew College. The
following policies govern the admission of students on a transient status:
1. The applicant must be a student in good standing at another accredited college or university.
2. The applicant must be recommended, in writing, for admission as a transient student by the Dean of Academic Affairs
or Registrar of the institution at which the student is currently enrolled.
Veterans
Andrew College is approved by the Georgia State Approving Agency for veterans, reservists, and eligible dependents to receive
educational benefits under the various educational law or programs administered by the Veterans Administration. Eligible veterans
are required to meet the same academic criteria for admission as non-veterans including placement testing. Veterans must also
participate in student orientation and academic advising. Other policies regarding the enrollment of veterans may be obtained from
the Office of the Registrar.
Dual Enrollment
Andrew College cooperates with high schools that participate in the Dual Enrollment program, available to eligible students in grades
9-12. Students who meet minimum state requirements and who have proper authorization from their high school counselor and
parental permission will be considered for admission. Participants in this program may earn college credit as well as high school course
credit.
Students may elect to enroll part-time or on a full-time basis at Andrew College. The minimum requirements for admission as a
part-time student include a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and the recommendation of your high school counselor. Students wishing to
take math or writing-intensive courses must have a minimum 500 EBRW and 500 Math on the SAT OR minimum 19 ACT-
English, 19 ACT-Math and 19-ACT Composite.
Students wishing to attend Andrew College full-time as part of the Dual Enrollment program should meet the following admission
criteria: minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale; 1120 on the new SAT (minimum 530 Evidence Based Reading and Writing) or 23 ACT
(minimum 24 ACT English score) and complete an interview with the Dean of Academic Affairs. Students who wish to attend full-
time and live on campus MUST have at least junior standing and be 16 years of age or older.
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Readmission
Andrew College students, who withdrew from all classes, were suspended for at least the remainder of a semester or who were not
enrolled during the previous academic term (excluding summer term) must apply for readmission. The Enrollment Management
Committee is charged with the review and approval of these applications. Each applicant will be considered on the basis of the
procedure described in the Student Handbook. Financial Aid is not available to returning students who left the College on academic
suspension until reinstatement criteria are met. Students suspended for academic or disciplinary reasons may not apply for
readmission during their term of suspension.
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Financial
Information
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2018-2019 Tuition and Fees
Semester Annual
Tuition $8,694 $17,388
Room & Board $5,318 $10,636 (Private room add $750 per semester)
*Students should budget an additional $1000 to $1500 annually for textbooks.
*Summer tuition and fee rates can be found at
www.andrewcollege.edu/tuition-fees
Fees and Charges
The tuition and fee charges shown in the catalog are for full time students enrolled for fall and spring semesters. There are additional
fees for private lessons, private rooms, laboratory fees, course overloads and other non-routine services. Please call the business office
for a list of these and other charges or visit our website at
www.andrewcollege.edu.
Books/Supplies
MBS Direct is the College’s textbook service provider. MBS Direct provides Andrew College all aspects of the ordering, selling and
buy back of texts to the student body and college community. Textbooks may be ordered via
http://bookstore.mbsdirect.net/andrew.htm or by phone or fax. Information about purchasing textbooks will be provided to
registered students before the beginning of the academic term. The Andrew College Store is operated for the convenience of the
students and offers supplies and college clothing.
Financial Obligation
Full payment is due on or before registration unless prior arrangements have been made with FACTS Management, tuition
management and payment processing system. Information about payment plans available through FACTS will be available to students
prior to the commencement of each term. A student who is delinquent in his or her financial obligation to any facet of the College
community including fines, charges for non-return of keys, library books or other college property, will not be allowed to register or
enroll for the next term, graduate, or receive transcripts. This includes non-payment of fees resulting from dishonored checks or
charge cards. Andrew College reserves the right to withdraw the registration of students who fail to promptly meet their financial
obligations to the College. If a student's registration is withdrawn, the student cannot attend class, must vacate student housing, and
will not be able to participate in the campus food service program. The College has the right to add interest and recovery costs to
past due student accounts.
Refund Policies
Upon registration of a student, the College commits to expenses of a continuing nature based upon the expectation that the student
will remain enrolled for the entire term. Refund policies reflect the need to meet those expenses and to comply with institutional and
Federal guidelines for student financial aid policies.
Any student who is suspended or excluded for disciplinary reasons is not eligible for a refund of tuition, room, board, or
other fees charged as a condition of enrollment.
No refund will be made for individual courses dropped after the drop/add period for that particular term.
Approved refunds will be processed no later than thirty (30) calendar days of the student’s withdrawal from the college as
defined by:
The date, as determined by the institution, that the student begun the withdrawal process as described in the
Withdrawal Procedure described below, or
The student’s last date of documented class attendance, or the mid-point of the term, if the student did not submit
the completed form to the Registrar’s Office or otherwise did not officially notify the school of their intent to
withdraw, or
In circumstances beyond the student’s control (i.e. illness, accident, grievous personal loss), the date the institution
determines is related to that circumstance.
The Department of Education requires all unearned Title IV funds to be returned to the program from which such aid was awarded.
The College will credit a student’s account for all unearned institutional charges. The Department of Education defines institutional
charges as “all charges for tuition, fees, and room and board, and expenses for required course materials, if the student does not have
a real and reasonable opportunity to purchase the required course materials from any place but the school.”
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Withdrawal Procedure
A student completely withdrawing from Andrew College must complete the Withdrawal from College Form which is available outside
of the Office of the Registrar located on the 3
rd
floor of Old Main Administration Building. The form requires the
acknowledgement of the student’s academic advisor, the Assistant Academic Dean, Financial Aid, Student Life, and the Business
Office during which the student will be apprised of the academic and financial consequences of withdrawing completely from
college. If after consultations the student decides to withdraw, he/she must return the completed form to the Office of the
Registrar for processing.
Withdrawal fee:
A $100 fee will be charged to the student’s account when withdrawing from the college. For calculation purposes,
withdrawal fee, bookstore charges (vouchers) and Academic Lab fees are counted as “tuition and fees.”
Refunds of Tuition and Fees
A student who officially withdraws from the College may be eligible for a partial refund of tuition and fees as described below. Unpaid
charges will be subtracted from the calculated refund. Institutional financial aid (Andrew College Scholarships) does not vest with the
student until the 15th day of enrollment. A student who withdraws before 15 days will have their institutional scholarship revoked.
The revocation of an institutional scholarship may reduce the refund due to a student.
Refunds of institutional charges are calculated in accordance with the following schedules and based upon the first day of classes per
the published schedule and the withdrawal date as is defined by:
The date, as determined by the institution, that the student begun the withdrawal process as described in the Withdrawal
Procedure described above, or
The student’s last date of documented class attendance, or the mid-point of the term, if the student did not submit the
completed form to the Registrar’s Office or otherwise did not officially notify the school of their intent to withdraw, or
In circumstances beyond the student’s control (i.e. illness, accident, grievous personal loss), the date the institution
determines is related to that circumstance.
Date of Withdrawal Tuition Refund Housing Refund Boarding Refund
If enrolled 0-2 days from 1
st
class day
100%
80%
94%
If enrolled 3-7 days from 1
st
class day
80%
80%
94%
If enrolled 8-14 days from 1
st
class day
40%
0%
88%
If enrolled 15+ from 1
st
class day
0%
0%
Prorated by week
Example 1-Calculation of Refund of Charges: A full time, second year student withdraws 13 calendar days as counted from the 1
st
day of class. Based
upon the following illustrative fee schedule (a current fee schedule should be consulted to determine charges applicable to a particular term) a student’s refund
of charges would be calculated as follows:
Illustrative Charges
Percent Refund
Refund Amount
Tuition
$8,694
40%
$3,478
Housing
$2,667
0%
$0
Board
$2,651
88%
$2,333
Total Charges Refunded
$14,012
$5,811
Refunds of Federal Title IV aid:
The College will calculate the dollar amount of federal grant and loan funds the student has earned during the term by dividing the
number of days a student is enrolled (as determined by the withdrawal date) by the total number of days in the term (excluding breaks
of five days or more). The resulting percentage is then multiplied by the amount of federal funds that were credited to the student’s
account. This figure is the dollar amount of Title IV funding earned by the student during their enrollment. The remainder of the
Title IV funds will be returned to the originating program. If the resulting percentage exceeds 60 percent, the student would be
entitled to 100 percent of the federal funds. In certain cases, these refund requirements may leave an indebtedness on the student’s account. This may
also require the student to reimburse the Department of Education for some or all of the applicable Federal Pell and SEOG funds. It is therefore
imperative that students fully discuss the financial ramifications of withdrawing from college with the Financial Aid Office
and the Business Office prior to making a final decision. A student will not receive a refund until all financial aid programs
(federal, state, institutional) have been reimbursed. Refunds will be issued to the originating source in the order indicated below:
Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan Program
Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan Program
Federal Perkins Loan Program
Federal PLUS Program
Federal Pell Grant Program
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Federal SEOG Program
Other Title IV Programs
State
Institutional, Other Assistance Programs
Student
Example 2-Calculation of Title IV to be refunded to originating source. The student referred to in example 1 above received an Unsubsidized Federal
Stafford Loan and a Federal Pell Grant, but no other financial aid. He withdrew on the 13
th
day of a term which had a total of 116 days. The calculation
amount of Title IV funds earned by the student and the amount that must be returned is illustrated below:
% of aid earned: 13/116 = 11.2%
Total Title IV funding received: $4,155
Dollar amount earned: 11.2% X $4,155 = $465.36
Dollar amount to be refunded: $4,155 minus $465.36 = $3,689.64
Title IV Funding
Total Credited to Account
Amount Returned
(Refer to program refund order
listed above example)
Stafford Loan
$2,000
$2,000.00
Pell Grant
$2,155
$1,689.64
$4,155
$3,689.64
Example 3-Calculation of net liability of student. This illustration assumes that the student had paid on his account the balance of the term’s tuition and
fees ($7,500 - $4,155) the amount of $3,345.
Total Charges (example 1)
$7,500.00
Less: Total Charges Refunded (example 1)
-$3,120.00
Less: Title IV Funds Earned (example 2)
-$ 465.36
Add Withdrawal Fee
$ 100.00
Net of Charges, Refunds of Charges, & Aid Earned
$4,014.64
Less Amount previously paid by student on his account
$3.345.00
Net Owed/ (Refund)
$ 669.64
Appeals for Refund
A student may appeal a refund determination if the student feels an error has been made in establishing the date of withdrawal used.
Written requests for an appeal must be made to the Business Office within six weeks of the end of the semester in which the student
withdrew.
Student Repayment Policy
Students who receive cash disbursements after registration for that semester will be assessed liability for repayment of the appropriate
percentage of the refund due the Title IV programs upon withdrawal, exclusion, or suspension. Students who receive cash
disbursements that are attributable to Federal Pell or SEOG programs may owe a repayment of these funds to the College to prevent
an overpayment. A student who owes a repayment will be deemed ineligible for any financial assistance from any source until the
student has resolved the overpayment. Repayments will be allocated to the student aid programs in the following order: Pell Grant,
SEOG, other Title IV programs, and then, to the institution. Students have 45 days from the date of their notification to make
arrangements for repayment of the aid received. If they fail to make satisfactory arrangements within the 45-day time period, the
account will be submitted to the Department of Education and the student could lose future eligibility for financial aid programs.
Student Financial Aid
The fundamental purpose of the Financial Aid Program at Andrew College is to make it possible for qualified students to attend
college. The college believes that the main responsibility of financing a student’s education rests with the student and his/her parents
or guardians. The college also recognizes that economic conditions make it difficult or even impossible for parents to finance their
children’s total educational expenses. Therefore, Andrew College makes every effort to meet the financial need, as established on the
Department of Education’s Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form, of each student without exceeding the total
cost of tuition, fees, room, and board for the year. Financial need is computed by a standard need analysis using confidential
information submitted by the parents and students. The analysis of a family’s financial strength includes consideration of current
family income, assets, family size, number of children, number in college, retirement allowance, and any other factors that seriously
alter a family's financial strength. Since federal, state and college aid programs do not permit aid awards that exceed the computed
need, information on all sources of aid must be provided to the Financial Aid Office.
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Federal Financial Aid Eligibility Requirements
All federal government aid programs are based on the financial need of the applicant. A student’s need is established when the cost
of education exceeds the total family contribution as determined by the completed FAFSA. In general, an applicant for financial aid
must meet the following requirements:
1. Be a United States citizen or permanent resident alien;
2. Be accepted for admission to an approved degree-seeking program;
3. Be making progress toward the completion of a course of study according to Andrew College's Satisfactory Academic Progress
Policy;
4. Not be in default on a Perkins Loan (formerly National Direct Student Loan), Stafford Loan (formerly Guaranteed Student
Loan), Parent Loan, or Supplemental Loan received for attendance at any institution;
5. Not owe a refund on a Pell Grant, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, or Student Incentive Grant received for
attendance at any institution;
6. Certify that all males are registered with the Selective Service or that the male student is not required to register;
7. Be enrolled at least one-half time. Some student state and institutional aid programs require full time enrollment.
Special Note: Some students that are enrolled less than half time may qualify for some federal grants.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
Federal regulations require students receiving Federal Title IV funds to make satisfactory progress toward program completion.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is determined by using both qualitative and quantitative measurement standards. Quantitative
standards measure the number of courses satisfactorily completed while qualitative measures the cumulative grade point average.
Failure to meet the minimum standards outlined in this policy will result in a loss of financial aid eligibility.
Note: These policies are used to determine Satisfactory Academic Progress for financial aid eligibility and should not be
confused with academic probation or suspension.
Maximum Time Frame Requirement:
The maximum timeframe for a student to complete their degree and receive federal aid cannot exceed 150% of the published length
of their academic program. In other words, students enrolled in a program that requires 64 semester hours to complete, must finish
within 96 attempted hours. This time frame is measured in credit hours (i.e. 64 x 1.5 = 96). If the student has not completed
his/her program within the maximum time frame, financial aid eligibility may be suspended. All enrollment periods are
considered including those in which students did not receive federal or state financial aid. Transfer hours that have been accepted by
Andrew College from other institutions are included in determining maximum timeframe.
Learning Support courses will be counted as attempted hours when determining SAP even though they do not count toward
graduation requirements. Both attempts at repeated courses will be counted. Grades of “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “IP” are
considered satisfactory and will be counted as hours completed. Grades of “F”, “W”, “WP”, “WF”, “U” and “I” will not be
counted as credit hours completed.
Qualitative Progress Measurement
Cumulative Grade Point Average requirement: In order to receive or continue to receive financial aid, students must maintain a
cumulative grade-point average within the minimum guidelines below. Grade point averages are calculated at the end of each term
which may include summer term should the student attend summer school. A student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning if
his/her cumulative grade-point average falls below these minimum standards after calculations are completed: (which includes all
attempted and accepted transfer credits)
Cumulative Hours Attempted
Required Cumulative GPA
1 - 16
1.4
17 - 32
1.6
33 - 48
1.8
49 - 120
2.0
Pass Rate (PACE)
Completion rate reflects the pace at which students must progress to ensure they are able to complete their degree program within
the maximum timeframe allowed. It is calculated by taking the total number of credit hours a student successfully completes
(passes) divided by the total number of credit hours a student has attempted. All students must earn at least 67% of all hours
attempted. This cumulative calculation includes all hours that a student is enrolled in at the end of the 100% refund period (census
date). Hours added after census date will be included in the number of financial aid attempted hours for the term. Transfer hours
that have been accepted by Andrew College from other institutions are included as attempted and earned hours for determining
completion rate.
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Students Enrolled in the Nursing Program:
For transfer students accepted into the nursing program and receiving federal funds, the SAP Quantitative Performance
Measurements and Maximum Time Frame Requirement with regard to Title IV purposes shall be based upon the number
of credit hours from other institutions accepted by the Andrew College registrar’s office and used to fulfill academic
coursework requirements for that Associate Degree in Nursing program plus hours earned while in the program at Andrew
College. The Qualitative Performance Measurement will be used for compliance in the grade point average of the student
to determine federal financial aid requirements based upon the student’s grades completed while at Andrew College only
and will be consistent with other academic programs offered at the college.
Should a student change their course of study from Nursing into another academic program offered at the college, the
general SAP standards of Andrew College will be in effect. Students initially entering the college in another area of study
and later being accepted into the Nursing program at Andrew College will fall under the SAP policy governing Nursing
students upon their acceptance into the Nursing program.
Cancer Registry Certificate Program:
Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
Maximum Time Frame Requirement
The maximum timeframe for a student to complete their certificate program and receive federal aid cannot exceed 150% of the
published length of their academic program. In other words, students enrolled in a 1½ year program that requires 37 semester hours
to complete, must finish within 55 attempted hours. This time frame is measured in credit hours. (i.e. 37 x 1.5 = 55) If the student
has not completed his/her program within the maximum time frame, financial aid eligibility may be suspended. All
enrollment periods are considered including those in which students did not receive federal or state financial aid. Transfer hours that
have been accepted by Andrew College from other institutions are included in determining maximum timeframe.
Remedial courses will be counted as attempted hours when determining SAP even though they do not count toward graduation
requirements. Both attempts at repeated courses will be counted. Grades of “A”, “B”, “C”, “D”, and “IP” are considered
satisfactory and will be counted as hours completed. Grades of “F”, “W”, “WP”, “WF”, “U” and “I” will not be counted as credit
hours completed.
Qualitative Progress Measurement
Cumulative Grade Point Average Requirement
In order to receive or continue to receive financial aid, students must maintain a cumulative grade-point average within the
minimum guidelines below. Grade point averages are calculated at the end of each term which may include summer term should the
student attend summer school. A student will be placed on Financial Aid Warning if his/her cumulative grade-point average falls
below these minimum standards after calculations are completed (which includes all attempted and accepted transfer credits).
Students in the Cancer Registry Certificate Program must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher
throughout their program.
Semester Attempted
Required Cumulative GPA
1 - 37 2.0
Pass Rate (PACE)
Completion rate reflects the pace at which students must progress to ensure they are able to complete their degree program within
the maximum timeframe allowed. It is calculated by taking the total number of credit hours a student successfully completes
(passes) divided by the total number of credit hours a student has attempted. All students must earn at least 67% of all hours
attempted. This cumulative calculation includes all hours that a student is enrolled in at the end of the 100% refund period (census
date). Hours added after census date will be included in the number of financial aid attempted hours for the term.
Financial Aid Warning
Financial Aid Warning means that the student is not currently meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements for Federal
Student Aid. Students are eligible to receive payment of financial aid for one semester in which the student is in a warning status as
they work toward completion of their degree programs. If the student is placed on warning, the student should take steps to ensure
that he/she are meeting requirements by the end of the warning semester. If a student meets SAP after the term he/she was on
warning the student will be placed in a “Good Standing” status. At the end of the warning semester if the student still is not
meeting SAP requirements, the student will be placed on Financial Aid Suspension.
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Financial Aid Suspension
Any student who fails to meet the criteria above is considered to be not making “satisfactory academic progress” and Federal
Financial Aid and Georgia State Scholarships will be terminated.
Appealing a Financial Aid Suspension
A student may appeal Financial Aid Suspension if the student feels an error has been made in the calculation of suspension or if the
student has an unusual circumstance.
Acceptable circumstances are defined as:
the death of an immediate relative
a serious illness or accident requiring medical intervention
significant, unexpected family obligations
catastrophic loss (e.g. flood, fire, etc.)
extreme personal crisis
Documentation of the unusual circumstance must be submitted with along with a request for an appeal and presented to the
Director of Financial Aid prior to the beginning of the semester following the semester in which the eligibility requirements were
not met.
Appropriate Documentation would include:
A signed personal statement that fully explains a summary of the circumstances that impacted your academic performance
One or more letters of support from an objective, non-relative, adult professional that verifies the extraordinary, personal
circumstances that are the basis for this appeal. Typically, these letters come from a physician, police officer or other
professional who has personal, first-hand knowledge of the student’s situation. The letter must be on official letter head
and include the professional’s contact information including name, address and phone number for verification purposes.
If there is court documentation regarding a specific situation, this should be submitted as well.
Financial Aid Probation
Probation is assigned if a student that has an approved financial aid appeal to reinstate your financial aid. The student is expected to
meet the minimum requirement for SAP at the conclusion of the probation semester. If it is determined that it will take the student
more than one term to raise their cumulative GPA to the minimum requirement or raise their Pass Rate(PACE) to the required
minimum of 67% a student will be placed on an academic plan.
Institutional Scholarships
Andrew College offers a variety of institutional scholarships. Financial assistance is based on merit, ability to contribute to the campus
community, and verified financial need. All institutional scholarships are prorated over two semesters (fall and spring), unless
otherwise specified. Students:
Will qualify for no more than one scholarship that the College administers (an institutional scholarship).
May qualify for scholarships offered by other entities, government or private, based upon need.
Must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Must apply for every entitlement grant for which they may qualify in order to receive an institutional scholarship.
All institutional, federal, and state awards will be applied to a student’s tuition, fees and room and board.
The amount of courtesy, merit, or athletic scholarships must not exceed the student’s tuition, fees, and room and board after the
student has been credited with all other entitlement financial aid received. There are limited scholarships for International Students.
The Margaret A. Pitts Scholarship
Up to two incoming Georgia HOPE eligible freshmen are awarded the Margaret A. Pitts Scholarship to start at the beginning of
each fall term. The scholarship covers the full amount of tuition, fees, room, and board for the academic year. Requirements include
a 3.0 high school GPA, 1,000 or higher on the SAT (ACT equivalents are acceptable), unconditional acceptance, and pursuing a
college preparatory diploma. The Margaret A. Pitts Scholarship is renewable for the sophomore year, provided the student
maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher on all attempted hours.
The Judge Thomas Marshall Academic Scholarship
Incoming students whose high school GPA is 3.0 or higher and who scored at least 1,000 on the SAT (ACT equivalents are acceptable)
may qualify for this scholarship. Preference is given to individuals who reside within the South Georgia Conference of The United
Methodist Church. The Marshall Academic Scholarship is renewable for the sophomore year, provided the student maintains a GPA
of 3.0 or higher on all attempted hours.
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The Brim Fellowship Scholarship
Incoming students whose high school GPA is 3.0 or higher and who scored at least 1,000 on the SAT (ACT equivalents are acceptable)
may qualify for this scholarship. The Andrew Fellowship Scholarship is renewable for the sophomore year, provided the student
maintains a GPA of 3.0 or higher on all attempted hours.
Music, Theatre, and Visual Arts Scholarships
A number of scholarships are awarded annually to qualified students whose program of study is the fine arts and/or who participate
in music, theatre, or the visual arts. An audition, interview, or portfolio is required and should be coordinated with the appropriate
program director as early as possible. Scholarship amounts are dependent upon skill and need.
AndrewServes Scholarship
Each year, a limited number of freshman students are selected to participate in the AndrewServes Servant Leadership program, which
offers students scholarships of up to $8,500 per academic year. Renewal of this award will be granted for the sophomore year if
program requirements are successfully completed. These students will be enrolled in Leadership Development Studies and will participate
in practical leadership experiences and community service. The Harry Wilson endowed scholarship is awarded annually to one
AndrewServes student.
Athletic Scholarships
Andrew College offers scholarships for athletic ability and performance potential in intercollegiate Women and Men’s Soccer, Softball,
Baseball, Volleyball, Women and Men’s Basketball and Women and Men’s Golf. Scholarships are also available for students seeking
to study Athletic Training.
The Goizueta Foundation Scholarship
Through the generosity of The Goizueta Foundation, Andrew College has scholarships available especially for Hispanic/Latino
students. The Goizueta Foundation scholarships are awarded to students who are of Hispanic or Latino descent and who demonstrate
both academic success and financial need. The selection will be based on high school grades, SAT/ACT scores, and financial
need. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 grade point average to retain the scholarship for a second year. The Goiuzeta Foundation
Scholars Fund has provided assistance to Hispanic/Latino students at Andrew College since 2001. To apply for the scholarship you
must be an unconditionally accepted student and completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Louise G. Exum Scholarship
The Louise G. Exum scholarship is awarded annually to a woman seeking to study business administration. The selection will be
based on high school grades, SAT/ACT scores, and financial need. Recipients must maintain a 2.0 grade point average to retain the
scholarship for a second year. To apply for the scholarship you must be an unconditionally accepted student and completed the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
United Methodist Awards
Scholarships or loans may be awarded to students who are members of The United Methodist Church. Other churches, religions and
community organizations, and fraternal or business groups may also sponsor financial awards. United Methodist students who are
active in their church may be recommended by their minister for a $1,500 Methodist Minister Scholarship.
The dependents or spouses of ordained United Methodist Ministers are eligible for a $10,000 per year scholarship.
Andrew College currently participates in the United Methodist Higher Education Foundation’s (UMHEF) Quadruple Your Dollars
for Scholars (UMDFS) program. Each year through the United Methodist Dollars for Scholars (UMDFS) program, the United
Methodist Higher Education Foundation (UMHEF) provides $1,000 matching scholarships to United Methodist students who have
received a $1,000 scholarship from their local United Methodist church to help them attend a United Methodist-related college,
university, or seminary. In addition, Andrew College provides a $1,000 match to bring the total award to $3,000. Application details
and deadline can be found at www. umhef.org/UMDFSapp.php.
Legatee Scholarship
Andrew College students whose parents or grandparents graduated from Andrew College are eligible for the Legatee Scholarship,
valued at up to $1,000 per year.
Southwest Georgia Scholarship
Students residing in one of 26 counties in southwest Georgia are eligible for a $500 per year scholarship if commuting or $1000 per
year scholarship if residing on campus.
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Georgia Tuition Equalization Grant (GTEG)
To encourage Georgia residents to attend eligible private colleges in Georgia by providing grant assistance. This grant is also non-
need based. For additional information regarding eligibility requirements please view the following website at
https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/scholarships-grants/georgia-tuition-equalization-grant/.
HOPE & Zell Miller Scholarships
The HOPE Scholarship was established for degree-seeking students who are residents of the State of Georgia, and who meet
established criteria. To be eligible for the HOPE scholarship a student must meet the criteria outlined on the official website at
https://www.gafutures.org/hope-state-aid-programs/hope-zell-miller-scholarships/hope-scholarship/.
Veterans and Dependent Benefits
Education Benefits are available to qualified veterans and children. These benefits are also available to dependents of deceased and
disabled veterans. Information and applications may be obtained from the Veterans Administration or local Department of
Veterans Services Offices. For additional basic information please review the following website:
http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/dea.asp.
Other Aid
Often there are special aid opportunities provided by local civic and fraternal organizations. Students are encouraged to discuss such
opportunities with their school guidance counselors since most of these are awarded through local high schools to graduating seniors.
Additional Information
Students enrolling less than full time will have their financial aid awards reduced or cancelled according to the number of hours taken.
Andrew College reserves the right to adjust or cancel any aid if there is a change in academic, financial, residential status of the aid
recipient or to prevent institutional liability.
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Student Life
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Office of Student Affairs
Mission
The mission of the Office of Student Affairs is to create a nurturing environment that supports the educational mission of Andrew
College while fostering student leadership, promoting campus involvement, facilitating individual and group achievement, and
mentoring behavior that is reflective of the values and Christian heritage of the institution.
Aims and Objectives
The Student Affairs program is designed to promote activities and programs supportive of the aims and purposes of the College. The
first two years of college are critical times in a student's academic life. It is the goal of the Student Affairs program to make those
years special and rewarding for each student. Andrew College is committed to the idea that total education involves more than
academic pursuit. The social, physical, cultural, and spiritual aspects of the student's life share importance with academic development.
The activities sponsored within the Student Affairs program are designed to achieve a continuing, optimal student affairs environment,
to provide student opportunities for gaining appreciation for the dignity and worth of the individual, to encourage an appreciation
and understanding of scholarship, creativity, and community, and to enhance the ability to relate with others. Policies relating to the
Student Affairs area are contained throughout the Student Handbook.
Student Handbook Information
The Andrew College Student Handbook is available online via the Andrew College website. The handbook is a summary of policies and
procedures that define the rights and responsibilities of students as members of the college community. Andrew College reserves the
rights to amend, change, delete and/or develop new policies and procedures to meet the needs of the Andrew community. All new
policies or policy changes become effective immediately upon being posted on college bulletin boards or through the campus
distribution method including either the student newspaper or campus mail. Other policies and procedures that relate to specific
operations of the college may not be published in the handbook but are communicated through notices and other publications.
Calendar/Scheduling of Events
The Office of Student Affairs hosts a variety of activities and events throughout the year that can be found on the College website
and in the Office of Student Affairs.
Counseling Services
Mental Health Counseling.
Andrew College does not provide mental health counseling. If counseling is necessary, referrals
may be made to off-campus professional services. The Office of Student Affairs can provide a list of off-campus counseling resources.
Andrew College is not responsible for the cost of professional counseling for students. This information is provided only to assist
students and is not intended as an endorsement of a particular resource.
Spiritual Counseling.
Andrew College has a campus Chaplain, an ordained United Methodist minister, who is available to
students for consultation and counseling concerning spiritual matters.
Substance Abuse Counseling.
The Office of Student Affairs can provide a list of off-campus counseling resources to faculty,
staff, and students for substance abuse. Individuals are responsible for the cost of these services. This information is provided only
to assist students and is not intended as an endorsement of a particular resource.
Grievances and Complaints
Andrew College invites individuals who have complaints regarding the college to contact the following offices. For more detailed
information on the process, please refer to the Student Handbook and College Policies and Procedures Manuel.
Academic decisions: Office of the Academic Dean
Admission and Financial Aid Decisions: Office of the Vice President of Enrollment Management
Student Services, clubs and organizations: Office of Student Affairs
Human Resources, facilities and business functions: Business Office
Instructions for filing a complaint with our regional accreditor, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
(SACS): http://www.sacscoc.org/FAQsanswers.asp
Instructions for filing a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education in regard to Title IV (financial aid, civil rights violations
or discrimination) can be found here: http://www.justice.gov/crt/complaint/
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For students who wish to file a complaint with the State of Georgia, this form may be found here: http://gnpec.org/consumer-
resources/gnpec-authorized-school-complainant-form/
Students who live in states outside of Georgia may file a complaint with their state of residence. Information and/links to state
agencies may be found by following this link: http://sheeo.org/sheeo_surveys/
Health and Medical Care
Health Information Form
Upon enrollment at Andrew College, each student must submit a health information form. This form is used in emergencies to
provide important information to medical professionals and to the staff. At check-in, each student must complete an emergency
contact card that remains on file in the Office of Student Affairs. All forms must be fully completed and be legible.
Medical Care
Andrew College provides limited medical through TelaMed. Students may consult with a physician, free of charge, 7 days a week, 24
hours a day through TelaMed. Students who wish to participate in the health program may enroll at the beginning of the Fall and
Spring semester. Depending on the care needed, physicians may provide a prescription or refer the student to their primary physician.
If a student needs to receive medical treatment, there are doctors’ offices and an emergency room within walking distance of campus;
however, the student may receive treatment where he or she chooses. The local Health Department is also available for students,
subject to cost based on student income. Andrew College is NOT responsible for any medical expenses occurred while at the College.
It is expected for the students to make reasonable decisions regarding health care.
Upon enrollment at Andrew College, each student must submit a health information form. This form is used in emergencies to
provide important information to medical professionals and to the staff. At check-in, each student must complete an emergency
contact form that remains on file in the Office of Student Affairs.
Andrew College provides supplemental accident insurance for all full-time students, but coverage is limited, and there are exclusions.
This secondary plan is not a health insurance policy and does not provide benefits for non-accident-related injuries or for pre-existing
injuries.
Student athletes are automatically enrolled in the Andrew College Athletic Accident Plan. This policy is secondary to personal family
medical insurance coverage, and covers only injuries/illnesses/accidents resulting from the direct participation in the intercollegiate
athletics program during the dates of the primary competitive season and designated off-seasons as approved by the Athletic Director
according to NJCAA regulations, an also if they are reported to the Assistant Athletic Trainer or the Director of Athletic Safety an
Therapy in a timely fashion. This policy provides coverage for athletic relate accidents up to a maximum of $25,000 per athletic
accident and $5,000 max for expanded medical (overuse injuries). Initial medical treatment must be received by a doctor within 90
days from the date of the accident or onset of symptoms for athletic related injuries. In addition, all student athletes are covered under
a long-term disability policy up to $3 million as part of the base plan. More information on the Athlete Accident Plan is available
from the Athletic Training Department.
Also all students who are enrolled as full time students are covered under the school’s mandatory accident plan for any injuries that
happen on campus and are not athletically related, and are covered up to $2,500.
All injuries that are from intercollegiate athletics must be reported when the injury occurs to the coach, and to the Assistant Athletic
Trainer or the Director of Athletic Safety and Therapy. All injuries that require medical treatment must be reported to Director of
Athletic Safety and Therapy or the Assistant Athletic Trainer located in the Parker Building (Gym) in order to complete an accident
claim form. It is the student’s responsibility to complete a claim form for an accident, and will need to be filled out to be covered
under the school’s policy.
Supplemental Accident Insurance
Andrew College provides supplemental accident insurance for all full-time students, but coverage is limited, and there are exclusions.
This secondary plan is not a health insurance policy and does not provide benefits for non-accident-related injuries or for pre-existing
injuries.
Student-athletes are automatically enrolled in the Andrew College Athletic Accident Plan. This policy is secondary to, or in excess of,
personal family medical insurance coverage, and covers only injuries / illnesses / accidents resulting from the direct participation in
the intercollegiate athletics program during the dates of the primary competitive season and designated off-seasons as approved by
the Athletic Director according to NJCAA regulations. This policy provides coverage for Athletic Related Conditions up to a
maximum of $5,000 per Athletic Related Condition. Initial medical treatment must be received by a doctor within 90 days from the
date of the accident or onset of symptoms for Athletic Related Conditions. In addition, all student athletes are covered under a long-
term disability policy up to $3 million as part of the base plan. More information on the Athlete Accident Plan is available from the
Athletic Training Department.
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Andrew College Police Department
The Andrew College Police Department is charged with the responsibilities of providing life safety and property protection. To meet
these important responsibilities, the college maintains a force of state certified police officers whose duties are integrated to provide
law enforcement, crime prevention and parking control/enforcement. The department strives to contribute to the academic
environment by performing professional law enforcement tasks with a positive, service-oriented and educational approach.
Campus Security Alerts
Campus security alerts are disseminated with the goal of notifying as many people as possible, as rapidly as possible. (i.e., active
threats, bomb threats, or a dangerous chemical spill, etc.) These alerts are sent via the One Call Now Notification System voice mail,
email, or text message to all students and staff. Individuals must “opt in” to receive text messages. All students, faculty, and staff are
encouraged to sign up to receive these notices at the beginning of each semester. Email, telephone and messenger trees may also be
utilized. Students are encouraged to submit emergency contact information i.e. cell phone numbers and emergency contact person(s)
to the Andrew College Police Department when they enroll in the College.
Parking
All streets and parking areas at Andrew College are private property and Andrew College maintains the right to control motor vehicle
traffic within these areas. Students who bring a motor vehicle to campus for more than one day must register that vehicle with the
Andrew College Police Department (ACPD). Students are required to park in an assigned area and between two white lines. Parking
on the grass or in other non-designated areas is prohibited. Andrew College reserves the right to tow/impound vehicles (at the
expense of the owner) that are improperly parked. The college does not accept responsibility for vehicles parked on campus.
Motor Vehicle Registration
All students must register their motor vehicles in the Andrew College Police Department Office (ACPD) within 48 hours of having
a car on campus. Students operating a car must display on the car an Andrew College parking permit, which may be purchased in the
ACPD Office. Parking permits are good for the duration of the student’s enrollment as an Andrew College student. Failure to register
the vehicle or display the permit may result in a monetary fine. Students must obey campus parking and operating regulations.
Safety and Security
Individuals are responsible for their personal safety and well-being. Andrew College does not assume liability for personal effects of
students (such as stereo/computer equipment, clothes, money or other personal belongings), or for injury or death of individuals
while on the campus or while involved in off-campus activities. Students should check the availability of property insurance under
their parents’ policies. If coverage is needed, the Office of Student Affairs has information on a fire/theft insurance plan offered by
an independent insurance company.
Andrew College abides by the provisions of the Clery Act. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act, codified at 20 USC 1092 (f) as a part of the Higher Education Act of 1965, is a federal law that requires colleges and
universities to disclose certain timely and annual information about campus crime and security policies. All public and private
institutions of postsecondary education participating in federal student aid programs are subject to it.
Student Conduct
The Office of Student Affair’s (OSA) mission of Andrew College holds many opportunities for intellectual and social development.
A basic component of the OSA mission embellishes expectations of acceptable behavior based on fostering student leadership and
mentoring behavior that is reflective of the values and Christian heritage of the institution while maintain a nurturing environment
for all. The social, physical, cultural, and spiritual aspects of the student’s life share importance with academic and personal
development. The Code of Conduct at Andrew College exists to maintain discipline and decorum by augmenting the policies,
procedures, and mission of the College. The code of conduct can contribute to the teaching of appropriate individual and group
behavior, as well as protecting the campus community from disruption and harm. The Andrew College community is committed to
fostering a campus environment that is conducive to academic inquiry, a productive campus life and thoughtful study and discourse.
The student conduct process is not intended to punish students; rather, it exists to protect the interests of the community and to
challenge those whose behavior is not in accordance with our policies. Student discipline should be directed towards personal growth
as much as possible. Andrew College’s Code of Conduct is piloted in ways that will serve to foster the ethical development and
personal integrity of students and the promotion of an environment that is in accord with the overall academic mission of the
institution. Sanctions are intended to challenge students’ moral and ethical decision-making and to help them bring their behavior
into accord without community expectations.
Students should be aware that the student conduct process is quite different from criminal and civil court proceedings. Procedures
and rights in student conduct procedures are conducted with fairness to all. Due process, as defined within these procedures, assures
written notice and a hearing before an objective decision-maker. The proceedings of all disciplinary hearings, investigations and
findings are closed and will remain confidential within the disciplinary system.
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As a church-related institution, Andrew College expects students to assume personal responsibility in all areas of college life and in
the maintenance of high standards of behavior. Students must display, in attitude and conduct, a willingness to accept and cooperate
with the College in observing established policies. Violations of civil and criminal laws will be referred to the appropriate law
enforcement officials. Andrew College will fully cooperate and assist all agencies in upholding local, state and federal laws. The College
retains the right to impose sanctions independent of action taken by a regular court system if a student is accused of criminal
misconduct on or off-campus, and during or between academic terms and/or is out of harmony with the spirit of the College.
Andrew College students are responsible for knowing the information, policies and procedures outlined in this document
and the Andrew College Student Handbook. Andrew College reserves the right to make changes to this code as necessary
and once those changes are posted online, they are in effect. Students are encouraged to check online at
www.andrewcolllege.edu for the updated versions of all policies and procedures.
Religious Life
An important aspect of student life is a proper spiritual foundation. The Baptist Student Union and Fellowship of Christian Athletes
are organizations that provide leadership in the religious life area of college. Interdenominational chapel services are held regularly.
In addition, local churches extend a cordial welcome to Andrew students. The minister of the Cuthbert United Methodist Church
serves as the campus chaplain and is responsible for chapel services. The chaplain is available for personal guidance. Weekly Chapel
services at Andrew College give students the opportunity to worship together, to share their lives in meaningful ways, and, at times,
to wrestle with the short answers in life. If we don't answer these well, it doesn't matter how well we answer the others.
Please join in prayer for Andrew, either in spirit in your own space or in person in the Chaplain’s office.
Student Life Programs
Student Orientation
New student orientation involves a yearlong effort of the entire campus community. There are two major components of the
Andrew College new student orientation program, and all first semester students are required to participate unless exempted by the
dean of academic affairs and dean of student affairs.
Inspire Day(s) ~ Priority Registration and Parent Information Workshops
The first component of the Andrew College Orientation Program is InSpire Day, and it is required of all new students
and parents prior to the students’ first semester at Andrew. This one day program allows students and parents to meet
the Andrew College family including the administration, faculty, and staff as well as returning Andrew students.
Freshmen are introduced to student life at Andrew College, and placement assessment and academic advisement takes
place during this time along with PRIORITY REGISTRATION.
Workshops are provided for parents along with the
opportunity to complete “parent homework” and tour the campus.
New Student Workshop
Student Orientation takes place during the students’ first weekend on campus. Students are introduced to Andrew College
with a series of structured activities that provide information about Andrew, the available services, and a chance to meet
and bond with other students. During this time, expectations in and out of the classroom are discussed, college policies
are reviewed, and programs that cover important student issues are presented. Programs focus on goal setting and time
management, improving study skills and attitudes, academic decision making, dealing with human relationships, health
and wellness issues, career information, and campus issues such as alcohol, drugs, safety and security, etc. Students
experience team building and fun activities that facilitate skills needed to be successful in college. Orientation is a
graduation requirement and the “first” opportunity for student to jump into college life!
Recreation and Intramural Program
The recreation program consists of several different components conducted by the Intramurals and Recreational Services Office.
Informal recreational opportunities available to students, faculty, and staff and their dependents include racquetball, weight training,
basketball, indoor and outdoor volleyball, and tennis. Formalized recreational opportunities exist under the umbrella of intramural
and include team, as well as individual, sports and exercise programs. Besides providing recreational and fitness experiences, the
intramural program promotes pride within the student body, assists in the development of life-long recreational interests, and provides
a relief from work or academic pressures. Off-campus recreational opportunities are promoted throughout the year. Participation in
any intramural or recreational event is voluntary and may carry personal risk.
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Student Organizations
Andrew College has a very active student activities and organizations program that involves many students, faculty and staff. The
activities and organizations affect the student life of the college and are important for social, spiritual, cultural and intellectual
development of the students.
Andrew College Spirit Squad
The Spirit Squad is a student-led cheerleading organization. The Spirit Squad cheers at home basketball games and participates in
student activities, college fundraisers, and student leadership. For additional information, contact the Office of Student Affairs.
Baptist Collegiate Ministries
The Baptist Collegiate Ministries (BCM) is a student-led organization sponsored by the Georgia Baptist Convention and local Baptist
churches. The purpose of BCM is to promote the spiritual and religious life of students on campus and to provide activities for
worship, discussion, Bible study, social life, witness, and ministry with other college students across the state. BCM is open to students
of all faiths. For additional information, contact the Office of Student Affairs.
Disability Awareness Organization
The Disability Awareness Organization (DAO) promotes interpersonal relationships among and with people with disabilities. The
purpose of the organization is to increase self-understanding and self-acceptance of individuals with disabilities. The organization
provides opportunities for career exploration in the disability field and sponsors service learning. Membership is open to anyone in
the Andrew College community. For additional information, contact the Focus Program.
Equality Club
It is the mission of the Andrew College Equality Club (A.C.E.) to reflect the United Methodist Church and seek to live together in a
Christian community, welcoming, forgiving, and loving one another, as Christ has loved and accepted us, while promoting acceptance,
diversity, and understanding inclusive of, but not limited to, the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered student body (LGBT) and
their allies.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes do establish objectives and functions. Their goals are to increase student to student interaction
through Jesus Christ at Andrew College and to respect the rights of all students, regardless of race, religion, gender or national origin.
International Student Association
The International Club is an organization to foster and promote good will, "a home away from home," and a gathering place for
students from other countries attending Andrew College. The Club is opened to all international and Andrew College students
interested in international relations, foreign languages, and international cultural exchange. The organization meets bimonthly. For
additional information, contact the Office of Student Affairs.
Phi Beta Lambda
Phi Beta Lambda provides students with opportunities to expand their business knowledge and promote the ideas of the free-market
and freedom. It is the premier business education association preparing students for careers in business. For additional information,
please contact the Office of Academic Affairs.
Phi Theta Kappa
Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the international honor society of two-year college students who have attained high scholastic standing.
To be eligible for membership, a student must achieve a high academic average and demonstrate exemplary citizenship. In order to
retain membership, students must maintain at least a 3.0 overall grade point average. The purpose of PTK at Andrew College is to
promote scholarship, leadership, service, and fellowship among two-year college students. For additional information, contact the Phi
Theta Kappa adviser.
Student Art League
The Student Art League (SAL) is a student run organization related to the Visual Arts Department at Andrew College. The SAL
organizes various fine art activities including: exhibitions of member’s artwork, museum visits, group critiques, and mural paintings
in the surrounding area. The SAL is composed of mostly visual arts majors but is open to any student interested in the visual arts.
The Andrew College Visual Arts Faculty sponsors the SAL. Officers are elected at the beginning of the spring semester for the
following school year. For additional information, contact the Fine Arts Department.
Teachers Affecting Generations
The mission of Teachers Affecting Generations (TAG) is to inform and inspire others in the career of teaching and to make a
difference in the community by working with educators and students and their families to promote and model a positive attitude and
environment for learning for future generations. For additional information, contact the Office of Academic Affairs.
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Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Harassment or Sexual Assault
If you experience or witness sexual or other unlawful harassment in the workplace, classroom, in or on college-owned or -controlled
property or at college-sponsored events, Andrew College encourages you to report it immediately according to policy. You can raise
concerns and make reports without fear of reprisal or retaliation. Andrew College prohibits any form of discipline or retaliation for
reporting in good faith incidents of perceived harassment in violation of this policy, pursuing any such claim, or cooperating in the
investigation of such reports.
All allegations of harassment or discrimination, including, but not limited to, any conduct that may violate Andrew College's Equal
Employment Opportunity Policy or Sexual Harassment Policy, or which may be contrary to Andrew College's Notice of
Nondiscrimination, will be quickly and discretely investigated. To the extent possible, your confidentiality and that of any witnesses
and the alleged harasser will be protected against unnecessary disclosure. When the investigation is completed, the victim and the
alleged harasser will be informed concurrently of the outcome of the investigation.
Any Andrew College official who becomes aware of possible sexual or other unlawful harassment must immediately advise the Dean
of Student Affairs or the Title IX Coordinator so the incident can be investigated in a timely manner. Upon completion of the
investigation, corrective measures will be taken. These measures may include, but are not limited to, training, counseling, warning,
suspension, expulsion or immediate dismissal. Anyone, regardless of status, position or title, found through investigation to have
engaged in improper conduct will be subject to discipline up to and including discharge or expulsion.
In all instances, reports of sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence and/or stalking involving students, staff and/or
faculty will be reported to the Title IX Coordinator located in Old Main, Suite 108 at 501 College Street, Cuthbert, Georgia 39840 or
229-732-5949.
Residence Life Information
Residency Requirements
All full-time students except those who are married, have dependent children living with them, are 22 years of age or older, or those
living with their parents or legal guardians within a 60-mile radius of the College, will be required to live on campus. The Dean of
Student Affairs may grant exceptions to this requirement. The residential experience is extremely important to the development of
students. All resident students are required to take the meal plan and are not permitted to maintain off-campus accommodations.
Students taking less than 12 hours must seek permission of the Dean of Student Affairs to live on campus. The College reserves the
right to withdraw the option of housing for students who fall below a 12-hour course load.
Andrew College retains the right to refuse residency to students who have committed serious violations/infractions of the Andrew
College Student Handbook including the Code of Conduct, or students who may, in the opinion of the College officials, be better served
in an off-campus living environment.
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Academic
Regulations
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Academic Standards
Academic Honor Code
In accordance with its Mission and Core Values, Andrew College holds that conscious attention to classroom behavior and academic
honesty is vital for a student’s capacity for success and for intellectual, social, and spiritual development. The following codes of
Student Classroom Behavior and Academic Integrity are in place to establish standards for the validity of credits and degrees earned
at Andrew College.
Code of Student Classroom Behavior
Students will acknowledge and respect the authority of professors pertaining to all academic and management matters regarding their
courses as well as the rights of their fellow classmates concerning their own academic pursuits. It is the students’ responsibility to read
and understand this code and penalties for violating it.
Violations of this code include but are not limited to:
1. Damage or Theft of Property: Intentional damage or destruction of materials, technology, or other equipment in the
classroom.
2. Discrimination or Bullying: Language or behavior used in the classroom that attacks an individual based on their perceived
sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, age, religious beliefs, learning disability, status, or other cultural attribute.
3. Dishonesty/Falsification: Intentionally forging or submitting false identification, documents, accounts, records, or other
materials pertaining to academic or financial affairs.
4. Sexual Harassment: Language or behavior used in the classroom categorized as sexual harassment as stipulated by Title IX
under the Department of Education.
5. Uncivil/Disruptive Classroom Behavior: Language or behavior used in the classroom that challenges or obstructs the
learning environment and/or the professor’s control of the classroom.
Penalties for violating the Code of Classroom Behavior include the following:
a. First Offense: In the event that the offense cannot be resolved verbally, the professor will ask the student to leave
class, and the student will be marked absent for that class session. The professor will report the incident in writing
to the Academic Dean.
b. Second Offense: The professor will immediately ask the student to leave class, and the student will be marked
absent for that class session. The professor will report the incident in writing to the Academic Dean. The student
will not be allowed to return to class without permission of the Academic Dean, who will determine whether the
student may return to class immediately, at the next class meeting, or after an appropriate suspension.
c. Subsequent Offenses: The professor will immediately ask the student to leave class, and the student will be marked
absent for that class session. The professor will report the incident in writing to the Academic Dean. This infraction
will result in suspension – for a few days, the remainder of the semester, or a full semester – or in exclusion from
Andrew College, as determined by the Academic Dean.
Academic Integrity
Andrew College is founded on the ethical principles associated with the United Methodist Church, which advocates self-knowledge
for a fuller, richer life, and a search for truth to better serve mankind. Andrew College seeks to instill in students a sense of confidence
in themselves and their thought processes through the development of strong academic abilities. Such development is not possible
without hard work and practice. However, some students seeking to avoid this necessary arduous process will attempt various ways
to evade it by dishonest means. These students are denying themselves the very education that they are attending Andrew College to
receive.
Therefore, it is necessary that students conduct themselves with academic integrity and honesty by preparing and submitting
assignments that reflect their own individual abilities. It is the student’s responsibility to read and understand this code and penalties
for violating it.
Violations of this code include but are not limited to:
1. Plagiarism: Essays, research papers, tests, laboratory reports, homework assignments or any other written work must be the
work of the student submitting them. Plagiarism includes intentionally or unintentionally copying published or unpublished
ideas or words, in part or in whole, without appropriate citation, quotation, and/or documentation. Plagiarism also includes
plugging synonyms into borrowed sentence structure, whether citation is present or not.
2. Cheating: Using or attempting to use any unauthorized materials or assistance for a paper, exam, homework assignment,
laboratory report, or other written work that is expected to be the work of the individual. Unauthorized assistance includes
but is not limited to notes, another student’s work, data, and/or electronic devices.
3. Fabrication: Submitting false or nonexistent data, quoted passages, or making up and citing any information as part or whole
of an assignment such as a paper, test, or lab report.
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4. Collaborative Effort/Collusion: No student shall give, receive, sell, or purchase assistance in the preparation or completion
of any academic assignment without authorization from the instructor. Tutoring services must be approved by the instructor,
and may not compromise the personal efforts and performance of the individual student.
5. Multiple Submissions: Students may not submit a paper, exam, laboratory report or homework assignment, in part or in
whole, for credit more than once without the authorization of the professor to whom the assignment is due.
6. Theft: No student shall take or attempt to take, steal, or otherwise procure, in an unauthorized manner, any material
pertaining to the conduct of a class, including but not limited to test materials, laboratory or athletic equipment, textbooks,
or computer/digital devices.
Penalties for violating the code of Academic Integrity:
a. First offense in any course: The student will receive a failing grade of zero for the assignment or test, and a written
report of the offense will be filed with the Academic Dean.
b. Second or subsequent offenses in any course: The student will receive a failing grade of zero for the
assignment or test, and a written report of the offense will be filed with the Academic Dean. In addition, the
student may: 1) receive a WF in the course, 2) be suspended academically, 3) be expelled from the College.
**Violations are documented over the students’ entire duration of enrollment at Andrew College.
Attendance
Andrew College believes that class attendance is a necessary part of the learning experience. The classroom enriches the learning
experience through the collective interaction of peers and professor. Therefore, the policy of the college is that students must attend
all their classes.
The responsibility of handling absences rests entirely with the faculty member. All instructors will, at the beginning of each semester,
make a clear statement to each of their classes regarding their policies in handling absences. The statement should be included in the
course syllabus. Instructors are required to maintain records of class attendance in the college’s Student Information System,
Empower. Absences will be recorded from the date that the student is officially registered in the class.
The college recognizes that students may be compelled to miss a class due to illness, death in the immediate family, or college
sponsored events. When students are absent for these reasons, they may be allowed to make up assignments at the discretion of the
faculty member. When students are compelled for any reason to be absent from class, they should immediately convey the reason for
the absence directly to the instructor.
Absences may not exceed 20% of the class sessions in any one course. A student who exceeds the maximum absences will be
administratively withdrawn from class and receive a grade of WF in the course. The only exception will be by vote of the faculty in
case of prolonged illness.
Classification of Students
Student classification is based on the number of credit hours that a student has earned in courses at Andrew College or transferred
from other educational institutions. Students are classified on the basis of total earned hours of academic credit as follows:
Freshman Classification
0 - 29 earned credit hours
Sophomore Classification
30 - 59 earned credit hours
Junior Classification
60 - 89 earned credit hours
Senior Classification
90 or more earned credit hours
The classification under which a student registers at the beginning of any semester will continue through that semester. Class
designation does not necessarily reflect the student’s readiness to graduate or progress in their chosen program of study.
Credit Hours
Andrew College uses the Carnegie standard to determine the appropriate amount of credit awarded for undergraduate course work.
Credits are awarded as semester hours.
A semester credit hour will be awarded as follows:
Lecture, seminar, and recitation courses: A minimum of 750 minutes of instruction (excluding final examinations) with a
minimum of 1500 minutes of out-of-class work.
Laboratory, studio courses, and activity courses: A minimum of 1500 minutes of instruction (excluding final examinations), with a
minimum of 750 minutes of out-of-class work; or a minimum of 2250 minutes of instruction (excluding final
examinations).
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Supervised independent studies, individual studio, or private lessons: The amount of effort required for one hour of undergraduate
credit is determined by the supervising faculty and division coordinator in which the credit is awarded. Instructors should
make adjustments so that the total hours of work required by students is equivalent to that of a traditional class.
Andrew College converted to the semester calendar in the Fall of 1998. Credits awarded prior to August 1998 were on the basis of
quarter hours.
Credit by Examination
Andrew College awards credit by examination for the following tests provided the subject is offered in the general curriculum of the
College.
1. Advanced Placement Examination (AP) offered by the College Board. Credit awarded based on score of 3 or above.
2. College Level Examination Program (CLEP) with the exception of biology, chemistry, and western civilization. Applications to
take specific CLEP exams must be made by the end of the first full month of a student’s initial semester of attendance. Fees
must be paid upon application. Credit awarded is based on ACE recommended scores.
3. Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) subject standardized tests. Credit is awarded based upon
ACE recommended scores.
4. Andrew College will occasionally offer proficiency exams as a way to earn credit by examination. Currently enrolled students may
take the proficiency exam for credit rather than taking the course. This option may not be used to earn credit for a course
previously completed and a grade the equivalent of a "C" or above must be attained on the exam to receive credit for the course.
A student may earn a maximum of 24 semester hours of credit by examination with no more than six semester hours in any one
subject area. Credit by examination is not computed in the student’s grade point average. Credit earned by examination is assigned a
grade of “K” on the Andrew College transcript.
Credit Earned at Other Institutions
Students who have studied at another institution may apply for transfer to Andrew College. Credit is only granted for coursework
taken at institutions that are fully accredited by a Federal Department of Education regional accrediting agency. Andrew College
accepts credit hours earned at another institution only if those courses are completed with a grade equivalent to a “C” or higher unless
that credit is transferred with a bachelor’s or associate degree from another regionally accredited institution. Students who have
completed a two-year degree designated as transferable to a four-year degree may enter Andrew College with their Core Curriculum
requirements fulfilled, with the restriction that courses meeting Andrew College’s Area A requirement received a grade equivalent to
“C” or higher. Students who earn credit on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis may not transfer those credits unless documentation is
received stating that the grade is equivalent to a “C” or higher. Andrew College does not award credit for experiential learning or
other non-academic courses.
Students pursuing the Associate Degree in Nursing may only transfer core curriculum classes, as per Andrew College transfer credit
policy. Nursing classes are not transferable.
Courses deemed equivalent to Andrew College courses will be assigned an Andrew College course prefix and number. Courses
accepted for transfer with no Andrew College equivalent may be accepted as elective credit and assigned an appropriate course prefix
and number, as determined by the appropriate academic division or in accordance with articulation agreements between Andrew
College and another regionally accredited degree-granting institution.
Advanced Placement (AP) and College Level Examination Program (CLEP) credits listed on the transcripts of previously attended
colleges will be accepted for credit provided all other transfer credit restrictions apply.
Transfer credits are not used in the calculation of graduation GPA requirements. Students must complete a minimum of 25% of
credit hours required for the undergraduate degree program at Andrew College.
Transfer of credit from a technical school will be awarded in accordance with the Board of Regents articulation agreement with the
Technical College System of Georgia and current articulation agreements with Andrew College. Technical credits from a regionally
accredited institution that fall outside of the Georgia Board of Regents-Technical College System of Georgia articulation agreement
and specific articulation agreements between Andrew College and other colleges may be accepted on a course-by-course basis after
the student provides the appropriate documentation for evaluation by the registrar and discipline faculty.
The final decisions for transferring courses and credit hours to Andrew College are made by the Registrar in consultation with the
discipline faculty and the Dean of Academic Affairs. Applicants who have previously attended colleges or universities must submit
official transcripts from all previous post-secondary institutions, whether credit was earned or not.
Credit for Experience
Andrew College does not award credit for experiential learning.
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Concurrent Enrollment
A student may not be concurrently enrolled at another post-secondary institution while enrolled and attending class at Andrew
College without the prior approval of the Dean of Academic Affairs. Andrew College reserves the right to withdraw a student’s
registration at Andrew College if a student is concurrently enrolled at another institution without the approval of the Dean of
Academic Affairs.
Transient Student Status
Students currently enrolled at one university or college granted permission to take pre-approved credits at another university or
college for transfer back to their home university or college are considered transient students.
Andrew College Students Attending Another College
Currently enrolled Andrew College students, who are eligible to return, and who are pre-registered or pre-enrolled in courses for a
succeeding full term (Fall or Spring) may, with prior written permission from the Registrar, take designated course work as a transient
student at another institution. Approved courses with a grade of ‘C’ or better will be accepted as transfer credit. Only courses from
an accredited institution that are the exact equivalent to courses listed in the Andrew College catalog will be approved and accepted
as transfer credit.
The student’s academic advisor must first verify the course(s) as appropriate course equivalents to meet the graduation
requirements of the student’s degree programs. Final determination of transfer credit rests with the Office of the Registrar in
approving transferability of the courses and in ensuring that all requisites and grade requirements have been met. Students currently
on suspension (academic or disciplinary) from Andrew College will not be eligible for transient student status.
Other Students Attending Andrew College
A student enrolled as a regular student at another accredited college or university may apply for temporary registration at Andrew
College as a transient student. The applicant must be recommended in writing for admission as a transient student by the Dean of
Academic Affairs or Registrar of the institution in which the student is enrolled. Admission is valid only for the requested term.
Course Load
To be considered as a full-time student, one must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours. The Veterans Administration and
the Financial Aid Office consider 12 credit hours a full academic load for determining subsistence and assistance. Fifteen to sixteen
credit hours is a normal student load. The student should recognize that he/she should complete an average of 16 credit hours each
semester to graduate in four (4) semesters for an Associate degree plan and in eight (8) semesters for a Bachelor degree. A course
load of 11 credit hours or less is considered part time.
Any course load over 18 credit hours is considered an overload, and the permission of the Dean of Academic Affairs is required for
a student to carry an overload. To receive approval, normally a grade point average of 3.0 is required. Under no circumstances will a
student be allowed to take more than 21 credit hours in one term, unless the student is in the Music Program or AndrewServes. For
students in the Music Program, any load over 20 credit hours will be considered an overload, and music students cannot take more
than 23 credit hours per semester. Likewise, AndrewServes students will not be considered in overload status unless they exceed 20
credit hours and cannot take more than 22 credit hours per semester. Varsity sports, Choraliers, private music lessons, and Servant
Leadership courses are exempt from overload fees.
Course Sequence
In general, students should take all required courses in their discipline’s plan of study in the appropriate numeric sequence
when possible, unless otherwise stated in this catalog or by the student’s assigned advisor. Courses and programs that have
prerequisite requirements must not be attempted until the necessary prerequisites have been satisfactorily met.
Numeric course sequencing
099 or lower sequence: Learning Support courses (do not count toward degree requirements)
100 sequence: Freshman level (exceptions noted in course descriptions)
200 sequence: Sophomore level
300 sequence: Junior level
400 sequence: Senior level
Grades
The following grading system will apply:
A
Superior
100 - 90
B
Above Average
89 - 80
C
Average
79 - 70
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D
Below Average
69 - 60
F
Failure
59 - 0
Grades are based on a 4.0 system. The following symbols and numbers are used to arrive at a grade point average.
GRADE
QUALITY POINTS
PER CREDIT HOUR
A
4.0
B
3.0
C
2.0
D
1.0
F
0
P
0
W
0
WP
0
WF
0
I
0
IP
0
K
0
S
0
U
0
FA
0
Other assigned grades indicate the following:
F
(FAIL)
Courses taken on a pass-fail basis are recorded as P or F. A grade of F, as it relates to the P/F scale does affect GPA.
P
(PASS)
Courses taken on a pass-fail basis are recorded as P or F. A grade of P does not affect GPA.
W
(WITHDREW)
This symbol indicates that a student was permitted to withdraw from college or course(s) without penalty. The withdrawal
must occur prior to the start date of mid-terms. After that date, the instructor must assign a grade of WP or WF at the
time of withdrawal. A grade of W does not affect GPA.
WP
*
(WITHDREW PASSING)
This symbol indicates a student was permitted to withdraw from college or course(s) after the drop/add period and was
passing at the time of the withdrawal. A grade of WP does not affect GPA.
WF
*
(WITHDREW FAILING)
This symbol indicates a student was permitted to withdraw from college or course(s) after the drop/add period and was
failing at the time of the withdrawal or when an instructor drops a student for excessive absences or non-participation.
A grade of WF affects GPA in the same way as a grade of F.
I
(INCOMPLETE)
This symbol indicates that a student was unable to complete a course for nonacademic reasons acceptable to the Dean
of Academic Affairs. Permission of the Dean of Academic Affairs must be obtained before a grade of I is recorded. All
work necessary to remove the grade of incomplete must be completed by the beginning of mid-term exams of the
succeeding semester. Failure to do so will result in an assigned grade of F in the course.
IP
(IN PROGRESS)
This symbol indicates that a student is making progress in a course but needs additional work to complete the course
requirements and must re-enroll in the course.
K
(CREDIT BY EXAMINATION)
This symbol is used to indicate credit for a course earned by examination (i.e. AP, CLEP).
S
(SATISFACTORY)
This symbol is assigned for satisfactory attendance of a Cultural Enrichment learning activity. The symbol S followed by
a number (i.e., S1, S2, S3...) indicates the number of CEP credits earned.
U
(UNSATISFACTORY)
This symbol is assigned for unsatisfactory attendance of a Cultural Enrichment learning activity. During the 2010/2011
academic year, this symbol was assigned for unsatisfactory performance in a learning support course and indicates credit
has not been earned.
FA
(FAILED TO ATTEND)
This symbol is assigned to students who fail to attend a class without following drop/withdrawal policies will receive a
grade of FA, and those students will still be charged full tuition and fees.
*A student cannot withdraw from a class after the last day of classes.
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Grade Point Average (GPA)
The grade point average is determined by dividing the total quality points by the total hours attempted. The following is an
example of how to compute the grade point average:
COURSE
GRADE
QUALITY POINTS /
CREDIT HOUR
COURSE
CREDIT
HOURS
TOTAL
QUALITY
POINTS
English 111
A
4
3
12
History 105
B
3
3
9
Psychology 121
C
2
3
6
Math 101
B
3
3
9
Art 115
A
4
3
12
P.E.
A
4
1
4
Total :
16
52.0
The grade point average (GPA) for the above example is calculated by dividing 52 by 16 giving 3.25.
In the following example, another semester of work is included.
COURSE
GRADE
QUALITY POINTS /
CREDIT HOUR
COURSE
CREDIT
HOURS
TOTAL
QUALITY
POINTS
English 112
B
3
3
9
History 106
B
3
3
9
Business 125
C
2
3
6
Biology 121
A
4
4
16
Art 116
B
3
3
9
Total :
16
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To determine grade point average for this semester, divide 49 by 16 to give 3.06.
To determine overall grade point average, you need to sum total hours attempted and quality points earned.
TOTAL CREDIT
HOURS ATTEMPTED
TOTAL QUALITY POINTS
EARNED
First Semester
16
52.0
Second Semester
16
49.0
Total :
32
101.0
The cumulative grade point average would be calculated by dividing 101.0 by 32 to give 3.15. There is no rounding in the calculation
of a cumulative GPA.
Grade Appeals
Faculty members have the authority to grade student work and to assign grades; these are academic judgments. A faculty member’s
syllabus enumerates student academic performance expectations and consequences. Faculty members render academic judgments
when a student’s academic performance violates established standards or fails to meet stated expectations. Academic judgments,
made by faculty, are based on academic content, course requirements, and student performance. Students may not appeal grades
based on allegations concerning the competence of a faculty member, the fairness of examinations, the difficulty of a course, or
other matters of a purely academic nature. Grades for individual assignments and exams may not be appealed. While it is recognized
that faculty hold the right and responsibility to grant a grade, a student who receives a course grade that he or she believes to be
unwarranted for reasons other than those listed above may appeal that grade using these stated procedures.
Step 1.
Within the first four weeks after the award of the grade in question, the student shall have informally appealed the grade to the
instructor. If that instructor is not teaching at Andrew College during the term following issuance of the grade, the student will
make contact with the instructor through the Division Coordinator to informally appeal the grade.
Step 2.
If the issue is not resolved at this informal level and the student wishes to pursue the appeal, the student shall request in writing a
meeting with the respective Division Coordinator. This request shall be addressed to the Division Coordinator and shall be received
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no later than five weeks of instruction for the term or semester following issuance of the grade. The request must summarize the
student’s complaint and the student’s informal appeal to the instructor.
Step 3.
Within two weeks of receipt of the request, the Division Coordinator shall discuss the appeal with the student and with the
instructor, separately or at the same time. If the Division Chair upholds the decision, the matter is closed. The decision is final.
Step 4.
If the Division Coordinator does not support the decision of the instructor, the matter shall be appealed within two weeks of the
Division Coordinator’s decision to the Dean of Academic Affairs. The Division Coordinator will forward the appeal package to the
Office of Academic Affairs. The Dean of Academic Affairs will empanel three full-time faculty as an ad hoc Academic Appeals
Council to review the matter. The decision of this council shall be final and binding on all parties.
Note: Students may not use this procedure to appeal grades resulting from violations of Academic Honor Code.
Repeating a Course
A student may only repeat a course in which a D or F grade was awarded for the purpose of improving the student’s Andrew College
grade point average. In such a case the original D or F will not be counted, and the grade point average will be adjusted to reflect the
last earned grade. However, the original course and grade will continue to be listed on the transcript.
If a lower grade results, i.e. F rather than D, the last earned grade will be recorded as the official grade, and only the last earned grade
will be counted in computing the cumulative grade point average and in determining degree completion.
For determining the cumulative grade point average for the awarding of scholarships, graduation with honors, or any other honors
program, all attempts in a course will be counted.
A student may not attempt the same Learning Support course more than two times, with the exception of the co-requisite 099 courses,
which may be taken three times (the same as the college-level course that they support). A student may not attempt a college-level
course (100 or higher sequence) more than three times. A student who cannot exit a 081 or 091 course after two attempts or a 099
or college-level course after three attempts will not be allowed to attend Andrew College until an equivalent course is successfully
completed at another institution, and the credits transferred back to Andrew College.
Independent Study
Students interested in completing an Independent Study (IDS) are required to do the following:
1. Review the guidelines below.
2. Consult with their academic advisor and course instructor to formulate the IDS proposal.
3. Complete an Independent Study Request Form, and return the completed request to the Office of the Registrar. The forms can
be obtained from the student’s academic advisor or from the Office of the Registrar.
GUIDELINES:
Independent Study (IDS) courses are available in very special cases, require a serious commitment by both the student and the
instructor and are approved by the Dean of Academic Affairs. The course must be completed in one semester. The instructor must
provide a course syllabus for the IDS to the Office of Academic Affairs, as well as to the student. Also, please note that a request for
an IDS will not be approved when the course will be offered again before the student’s projected graduation date.
SACSCOC policy requires Andrew College to follow the federal definition of a credit hour. The credit hour requires “not less than
one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours out of class student work each week for
approximately fifteen weeks.” Therefore, during the semester a 3-credit hour course requires 45 hours of direct faculty instruction
and 90 hours of student work out of class. Additionally, a final exam must be administered before the student will receive credit for
the course. The form must be submitted during the drop/add period for the term in which the IDS is to be taken.
ELIGIBILITY:
Students have demonstrated the ability to work independently, have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5 and have received
the approval of their advisor, an instructor for the course, the division coordinator, and the Dean of Academic Affairs. Consideration
for the IDS is given only for courses not being offered during the semester when the IDS is completed.
Auditing
Students may register as auditors and attend class without earning credit. Auditors must have permission from the course instructor
and the Registrar to audit a course. Audit enrollment status cannot be changed after the end of the drop/add period.
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Final Examinations
Final examinations are scheduled in all courses. The Office of the Registrar generates and publishes the final examination schedule.
Under no circumstances may the examination schedule be altered without permission from the Dean of Academic Affairs. A student
may not withdraw from a class after the last day of classes.
Grade Reports
Students access their midterm and final course grade reports via Empower, Andrew College’s student information system. Andrew
College does not issue paper semester grade reports. A student will not be allowed to access their grade report until all financial
obligations to Andrew College have been satisfied.
Honors and Awards
President’s List
Students who have earned a 4.0 grade point average for the semester and have earned at least 12 hours of college level credit will be
named to the President’s List. Students enrolled in any learning support course are not eligible for the President’s List for that semester.
Dean’s List
Students who have earned a 3.5 or better grade point average for the semester and have earned at least 12 hours of college level credit
are named to the Dean’s List. Students enrolled in any learning support course are not eligible for the Dean’s List for that semester.
Graduation
Graduation Ceremony and Diplomas
Graduation/Commencement Ceremony is held once a year at the end of the spring semester. After all degree requirements have been
verified, students who satisfy those requirements at the end of the spring semester, the previous summer or fall semesters will receive
their diplomas within 4 to 6 weeks after the spring commencement via U.S. Mail. Prior to this date, as verification of graduation,
students may order an official transcript which would detail their completed degree information.
Diplomas will not be issued/mailed to any student that has not satisfied all financial obligations to Andrew College.
Intent to Graduate and Graduation Fee
Students who intend to graduate must apply online and pay a one-time, non-refundable fee of $60 at least one semester prior to the
semester in which it is anticipated that degree requirements will be completed.
Application for Graduation forms can also be printed by visiting www.andrewcollege.edu or can be obtained from the Office of the
Registrar. The one-time, non-refundable graduation fee of $60 is payable at the time the Application for Graduation is filed with the
Office of the Registrar. Students are required to pay the $60 graduation fee even if they do not plan to attend the graduation
ceremony.
Graduation with Honors
Gold Honor Cords are presented at graduation to students who satisfy the following conditions of scholarship:
SUMMA CUM LAUDE - Grade point average of 3.800 or higher on academic subjects
MAGNA CUM LAUDE - Grade point average of 3.500 - 3.799 on academic subjects
CUM LAUDE - Grade point average of 3.200 - 3.499 on academic subjects
Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for graduation, a student must meet the following requirements:
1. Complete the online Application to Graduate or submit a completed Application for Graduation to the Office of the
Registrar.
2. Pay the one-time, non-refundable graduation fee of $60.
3. Satisfy all curricular requirements plus electives to total a minimum of 60 credit hours for associate degrees and a minimum
of 120 credit hours for bachelor degrees (courses numbered below 100 do not count toward completing degree
requirements) including attendance at a minimum of four (4) CEP events.
4. Earn at least 23 of the last 32 hours of credit at Andrew College.
5. Earn an Andrew College GPA of 2.0 on coursework applied toward a degree. Courses taken at other institutions are not
included in the calculation of the student’s Andrew College GPA. (A student may not apply more than 24 semester hours
of credit by examination or extension toward graduation.)
6. Satisfy all financial obligations to the college.
7. Reflect the standards of Andrew College and be approved by vote of the faculty and trustees.
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Physical Education Requirements and Exemption
All students with the exception(s) noted below are required to take one semester hour of physical education to meet graduation
requirements. The categories of exception are:
1. Students who are 25 years of age or older have the option of fulfilling the one credit requirement by completing
PED 101-Wellness (lecture course) to fulfill the physical education requirement.
2. Students who have physical disabilities that prohibit their participation in activity classes may complete PED 101-
Wellness (lecture course) to fulfill the physical education requirement.
3. Students with proof of successful military service are exempt from the P.E. requirement but must satisfy the total
hour requirement for graduation.
4. Student-athletes will get one hour P.E. credit for participating in a varsity sport, provided their participation is for
two seasons. The credit will be given at the end of their second season. The one hour credit would apply to the
individual or team sport area that is appropriate.
Registration
Students should register during designated registration times. Once students have registered for a course or courses, they have
incurred a financial commitment which must be met. Students must be registered for all classes prior to attendance in these classes.
If a student’s name does not appear on a class roster, he/she may not sit in or otherwise attend the course. Students who fail to
attend a class without following drop/withdrawal policies will receive a grade of FA, and those students will still be charged full
tuition and fees. Students with an outstanding balance will not be permitted to register for future terms.
Drop/Add
A student who wishes to change his/her course schedule after registration, may do so without financial or academic penalty prior to
the drop/add date, published on the college calendar. A student wishing to make a change in his/her schedule must contact his/her
academic advisor before being allowed to drop or add a course.
Students may withdraw from a course after the drop/add date. However, there may be academic or financial penalty.
(See Withdrawal section for details)
Academic Performance
Students are expected to maintain a level of scholastic achievement that allows them to meet the requirements for Satisfactory
Academic Progress (see SAP levels below). To ensure reasonable academic progress, Andrew College reviews the academic records
of all of its students at the end of each semester. Degree-seeking students enrolled at Andrew College who fail to meet satisfactory
academic standards are placed on Academic Warning, Academic Probation, Continued Probation, Academic Suspension or Academic
Exclusion, as appropriate.
Academic Warning
A student may be placed on Academic Warning when their GPA falls below 2.0 at the conclusion of their first term of attendance
(Fall, Spring, Summer) and subsequently any term of attendance where they were previously in good standing the prior semester.
A student also will be placed on Academic Warning if they fail any course(s). Such notification will appear on the student’s academic
record for that respective semester. A student remains on Academic Warning for one semester (Fall, Spring, Summer) of attendance.
Students are removed from Academic Warning by attaining a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or better for the following semester. Failure to
meet that requirement will result in being placed on Academic Probation.
Academic Probation
A student will be placed on Academic Probation if the student’s cumulative GPA is below 1.4 on 0-16 cumulative hours attempted,
below 1.6 on 17-32 cumulative hours attempted, below 1.8 on 33-48 cumulative hours attempted, and below 2.0 on 49-120
cumulative hours attempted.
The following is a listing of the cumulative GPA that is required in order to prevent Academic Probation or to be removed from
Academic Probation:
Satisfactory Progress Levels
Cumulative Hours Attempted
Required Cumulative GPA
0 - 16
1.4
17 - 32
1.6
33 - 48
1.8
49 - 120
2.0
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Continued Academic Probation
A student will be placed on Continued Probation when, at the end of the previous probationary semester, the student’s cumulative
GPA is still below the satisfactory progress levels shown above.
Removal from Academic Probation
A student will be removed from Academic Probation when the student’s cumulative GPA equals or exceeds the satisfactory progress
levels shown above.
Academic Suspension
A student will be subject to academic suspension under the following conditions:
1. A student who fails to pass at least 20% of his/her registered hours or a minimum of one 3-credit hour academic course
during a semester in which he/she has enrolled as a full-time student.
2. A student who has been on Academic Probation two consecutive semesters as in Academic Probation and Continued
Probation.
The first suspension will be for one semester (Fall or Spring). The second suspension will be for one academic year. A student
suspended or dismissed from Andrew College for academic or disciplinary reasons is prohibited from returning to the campus during
the time of suspension without prior approval from the Dean of Student Affairs. Violators are subject to being charged with criminal
trespass.
Exceptions to Academic Suspension
1. A student suspended at the end of the Spring semester may, upon written request to and approval by the Dean of Academic
Affairs, attend the intervening Summer term. If the student attends the intervening Summer semester and makes a semester
GPA of 2.0 or higher and earns 9 semester hours of credit, then the student will be allowed to enter Fall semester on
Academic Probation. However, a student suspended for one year at the end of Spring semester will not be allowed to attend
summer school.
2. A student placed on probation for the second consecutive semester will be allowed to continue on probation if the student
earned at least a GPA of 2.0 for the semester while attempting 9 or more hours.
3. A student within one semester’s work of graduation may be allowed to continue for one additional semester if it is possible
to graduate. Special permission must be obtained from the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Appeal of Academic Suspension
The Dean of Academic Affairs will notify a student who is in violation of an academic policy that involves suspension in writing. The
notification will state the reason for which the student is subject to suspension. The student may appeal academic suspension. Appeals
must be made in writing to the Dean of Academic Affairs within ten days subsequent to receipt of the letter notifying the student of
the suspension. The notification of suspension will advise the student of the right to appeal and will detail the grounds and procedures
for initiating the appeal. Suspension may curtail financial aid even if the appeal is successful and the student is allowed to re-enter.
The student should discuss his/her financial aid eligibility with the Director of Financial Aid. A successful academic appeal does not
necessarily mean the financial aid will be restored.
Readmission After Suspension
A student who has been suspended is eligible to apply for re-admission for the term following the period of mandatory suspension.
A re-admission application must be submitted to the Vice President of Enrollment Management at least 30 days prior to the beginning
of the semester the student desires to return. The student’s application will be forwarded to the Enrollment Management Committee
to vote on the student’s application for re-admission.
Academic Expulsion
A student exhibiting incompatibility with the purposes of Andrew College through an extended record of poor academic progress
or non-compliance with academic policies may be expelled from the college. Normally, a full-time student will be expelled if a
degree is not earned in six (6) full semesters. Exceptions to this are made only on a case-by-case basis by the Dean of Academic
Affairs upon the recommendation of the Academic Appeals Council.
Appeal of Academic Expulsion
The Dean of Academic Affairs will notify in writing a student who is in violation of an academic policy that involves expulsion. The
notification will state the reason for which the student is subject to expulsion. After notification, the student has the right to request
in writing to the Dean of Academic Affairs for a hearing by the Academic Appeals Council. The date, time and place of the hearing
will be communicated to the student in writing. The hearing will be held at the earliest possible time convenient to the student and
the council. The student should be present for the hearing. The council will convene at the appointed time with or without the
presence of the student unless a request for a postponement is received by the Dean of Academic Affairs at least 24 hours prior to
the established meeting time. At the conclusion of the hearing, the student will receive, in writing, official notification of the
decision of the council.
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The student has the right to appeal to the Review Council if the student feels that an impartial hearing was not received. This appeal
is to determine if the student has received an impartial hearing. Appeals must be in writing and addressed to the Dean of Academic
Affairs.
Academic Transcripts
In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, academic transcripts are issued
only at the written request of the student by completing a Transcript Request form which can be downloaded and printed from the
college’s website
www.andrewcollege.edu, clicking the Academics tab, and selecting Registrar/Transcripts. There is a $10.00 fee for
each copy. The request and payment must be received before records will be released.
Requests for transcripts typically are processed within five (5) business days, and up to seven (7) business days for records before
1998. Transcripts that are needed on a rush basis for pick up are $20.00 per copy and will be processed within 24 hours of receipt of
request. Transcripts or grade reports will not be issued for students with outstanding financial obligations to Andrew College. All
other transcript requests requiring payment via credit card must be made online. Students can access online transcript ordering by
visiting www.getmytranscript.com which is the website of the National Student Clearinghouse. The online requests are routed to and
processed by the Office of the Registrar. Fees apply and may vary.
Official transcripts, with the college seal placed thereon, are sent directly to other colleges/universities or to officials of
organizations. Transcripts released to the student by mail, in person or electronic delivery (National Student Clearinghouse) will be
stamped or bear the watermark “Issued to Student”.
Currently enrolled students may print unofficial copies of their transcripts by accessing their Empower account. Students who are
delinquent in their financial obligations to Andrew College will not be granted access to their unofficial transcripts. Unofficial
transcript requests (same request/order procedure as above) that are processed by the Office of the Registrar will bear the
watermark statement of “Unofficial Transcript”.
Telephone, fax and/or e-mail requests for transcripts will not be accepted or processed. Additionally, Andrew College does
not fax or email transcripts.
Replacement Diplomas
Andrew College’s policy is to provide students a replacement diploma for a fee of $45.00. Diploma replacements may only be
requested by the individual who earned the degree. The replacement diploma will carry the titles and signatures of current College
and Board of Trustees officials. Replacement diplomas have to be requested by completing a Replacement Diploma form which can
be downloaded from our website www.andrewcollege.edu.
Withdrawal
From the College
Students desiring to withdraw from the College must first obtain a withdrawal form from the Office of the Registrar. The form must
be signed by the student, the student’s academic advisor, the Assistant Academic Dean, Financial Aid, Student Life, the Business
Office, the Dean of Academic Affairs and the Registrar before the withdrawal is considered complete. All of the preceding signatures
are required and have to be obtained (in order from 1 to 7) within 2 business days otherwise the withdrawal will not be processed and
additional charges may be applied to your student account.
Withdrawal from the College without academic penalty will be given through the last day of midterm exams. Regardless of grade
earned in the class at the time of withdrawal, a W will be reported on the student’s transcript. Withdrawal after midterm, the instructor
must assign a grade of WP or WF depending upon the grade at the time of withdrawal. Failure to follow the proper procedure may
result in the forfeiting of all rights and refunds.
From a Course
Students may withdraw from a course with a grade of W if they complete this action before the mid-point of the semester (mid-term)
or as noted on the Academic Calendar as “Last Day to Withdraw (WD) from a Course.” After this time period or day, students
withdrawing from a class will be assigned a WP or WF by the instructor.
To withdraw from a course, students must obtain a Course Withdrawal Form from the College’s website or from the document
display outside of the Office of the Registrar. The student should complete the top portion of the form, sign the form, and submit
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the form to the course instructor. Once received, the instructor should assign a grade of W, WP or WF, where applicable, and sign
the form either manually or electronically. The student then must obtain their academic advisor’s signature (manually or electronically)
as notification of the course withdrawal. The process is not complete until the Office of the Registrar receives the completed and
signed withdrawal form from the student with all signatures affixed. Although a WP has no impact on GPA, the student should be
aware of the negative effects on financial aid of withdrawing from a course; the course will count as hours attempted. A grade of WF
has negative impacts on GPA and financial aid (See Financial Aid in Catalog).
Due to Disciplinary Suspension
In cases of disciplinary suspension, the student will receive the grade of W if suspended before the end of the midterm examination
period. Thereafter, the grade of WP or WF will be assigned according to the status in each enrolled class at the date of suspension.
Registration Cancellation
Students desiring to cancel their registration before the first day of class must submit a written request or complete a Cancellation
of Registration form which can be obtained from the Office of the Registrar.
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Academic
Programs
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Degrees, Certificates & Concentrations
Andrew College offers three associate degree programs: the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Music degree, and the Associate
of Science degree that requires a minimum of 60 credit hours to meet graduation requirements, the Bachelor of Science degree that
requires a minimum of 120 credit hours to meet graduation requirements, as well as two certificate programs: Cancer Registry
Management and Church Music.
Academic Concentrations
Within the degree programs, Andrew College students must take foundation course work in a field of study applicable to the intended
baccalaureate major they plan to pursue upon transfer to a senior institution. Specific concentration options offered under each
degree program include:
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS
Communication
History
Liberal Arts
Literature
Theatre Arts
Visual Art
ASSOCIATE OF MUSIC
Music
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
Applied Behavioral Health
Athletic Training
Biology
Business Administration
Chemistry
Criminal Justice
Education
Mathematics
Physical Science
Pre-Health Professional
Sustainable Agriculture
Respiratory Therapy
Social Science
Timber Management
ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING
Nursing
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
Business Administration
CERTIFICATES
Cancer Registry Management (Online Program)
Church Music
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Curriculum Summary
All degree programs (with the exception of the Associate Degree in Nursing & the Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
degree) have a core of liberal arts curriculum which includes required courses addressing Essential Skills, Institutional Requirements,
Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics, Science, Mathematics, and Technology, Social Science, and Academic Discipline Requirements. They
also have course requirements in the academic discipline chosen for a concentration of study. Modifications to degree requirements
are to be recommended by the advisor upon the basis of a senior institution catalog with the approval of the Dean of Academic
Affairs.
Each student must satisfactorily complete a course in humanities or religion or philosophy and satisfy the CEP
requirements.
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Certificate of Cancer Registry Management
(Online Program)
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor ___________________
A. Pre-Requisites
13 Credit Hours
BIO 123 - Human Anatomy & Physiology I
4 hours
BIO 124 - Human Anatomy & Physiology II
4 hours
BUS 153 - Computers in Healthcare
3 hours
CRM 105 - Medical Terminology
2 hours
B. First Semester
12 Credit Hours
CRM 110 - Cancer Registry Structure and Management
3 hours
CRM 115 - Cancer Registry Operations
3 hours
CRM 120 - Cancer Disease Coding and Staging
3 hours
CRM 125 - Oncology Treatment and Coding
3 hours
C. Second Semester
12 Credit Hours
CRM 210 - Follow-up, Data Quality and Utilization
3 hours
CRM 215 - Abstracting Methods
3 hours
CRM 220 - Clinical Practicum (180 clock hours)*
6 hours
*Required 180clock hours of hands-on Clinical
Core Curriculum Requirements
37 Credit Hours
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Certificate of Church Music
MUS 100 may be omitted from the required courses if the student passes an examination in Music Fundamentals
given by the Andrew College Music department faculty.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Required Courses
9 Credit Hours
Church Music 101 - Church Music Selected Topics
(2 Semesters Required)
2 hours
Church Music 102 - Music and Worship
1 hours
Church Music 103 - Introduction to Conducting
1 hour
Church Music 104 - Leading Children’s and Youth Choirs
1 hour
Church Music 105 - Leading Adult Choirs
1 hour
*Music 100 - Music Fundamentals
3 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
9 Credit Hours
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A.A. in Communication
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
EDU 111
3 hours
ENG 206
3 hours
Four additional courses applicable to specialization:
12 hours
ART 101, 108
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
IFS 150
HUM 121, 122
RPH 111, 112, 121, 122
THE 100, 211, 237
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in Ministry, Business Communication, Advertising, Public Relations, Law, Media
Studies (electronic, print, radio, television), Journalism, or International Studies.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Communication is a broad category, and the requirements may vary based on career path and college program.
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A.A. in History
Suggested for career paths in Law, International Studies, or History.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
BUS 125 or 126
3 hours
HIS 101 or 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or 106
3 hours
Additional social science electives
9 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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A.A. in Liberal Arts
Suggested for career paths in Humanities, Public Relations, Law, Liberal Arts, or International Studies.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Liberal Arts is a broad category, and the requirements may vary based on career path and college program.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
EDU 111
3 hours
Additional course from Area C
3 hours
Additional course from Area E
3 hours
Additional college-level courses listed in the Catalog
9 hours - 12 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
60
A.A. in Literature
Suggested for career paths in Religion, Law, English, Journalism, Language and Literature.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
EDU 111
3 hours
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
6 hours
Select three of the following:
9 hours
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
HUM 121, 122
RPH 111, 112, 121, 122
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
61
A.A. in Theatre Arts
Suggested for career paths in Theatre and Theatre Arts.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
THE 113, 211
6 hours
THE 120 (repeat three times)
3 hours
Select three of the following:
THE 100, 123, 124, 210, 212, 237
9 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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A.A. in Visual Art
Suggested for career paths in Art and Visual Arts.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
ART 101, 102, 108
9 hours
ART 225 or 226
3 hours
Select two from the following:
ART 105, 106, 115, 201, 202, 225, 226
6 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
63
A.M. in Music
Student ___________________________ ID# _______________ Advisor ____________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
BIO 100, CHE 111, CHE 112, PHY 100
Select one math course:
3 hours - 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
Music Theory: MUS 111, 112
6 hours
Aural Skills: MUS 101, 102
2 hours
Primary Applied Instruction: MUS 162, 172, 262, 272*
6 hours
Ensembles:
MUS 116/216 and/or MUS 117/217 and/or MUS 119/219
4 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
*If a student is planning on continuing their studies at a 4-year institution, four (4) semesters
of Primary Applied Instruction are highly recommended.
**If a student is planning on continuing their studies at a 4-year institution, MUS 161 and MUS 171
(Secondary Applied Piano) are highly recommended.
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A.S. in Applied Behavioral Health
Student ___________________________ ID# ______________ Advisor ____________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 100 or BIO 121
BIO 122
CHE 111 or CHE 121
CHE 112 or CHE 122
PHY 100 or PHY 201 or PHY 211
PHY 202 or PHY 212
MAT 202 and MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
ABH 100 - Introduction to Applied Behavioral Health
3 hours
ABH 105 - Introduction to Theory and Clinical Skills
3 hours
ABH 200 - Cultural Diversity Appreciation
3 hours
ABH 205 - Social Problems
3 hours
ABH 230 - Lifespan Development
3 hours
ABH 250 - Supervised Applied Behavioral Health Internship
3 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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A.S. in Athletic Training
Suggested for career paths in Athletic Training, Exercise Science, and Health and Physical Education.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Students with a concentration in Athletic Training should take BIO 121, CHE 121, and MAT 201 in Area D.
Student ___________________________ ID# ________________ Advisor ___________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any paired sequence:
8 hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
BIO 121, CHE 121
CHE 121, CHE 122
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, PHY 212
MAT 202, MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
BIO 123, 124
8 hours
HED 115
3 hours
HED 221
3 hours
HED 230
3 hours
HED 240
3 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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A.S. in Biology
Suggested for career paths in Biology and Biological Science, Medicine, Health professions, Pre-Pharmacy,
Pre-Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, and Pre-Forestry.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
8 hours
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
Select 18 hours from among these courses:
18 hours
BIO 123, BIO 124
BIO 227
CHE 121, CHE 122
CHE 201, CHE 202
MAT202
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, PHY 212
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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A.S. in Business Administration
Suggested for career paths in Business, Social Sciences, Economics, and Accounting.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 100 or BIO 121
BIO 122
CHE 111 or CHE 121
CHE 112 or CHE 122
PHY 100 or PHY 201 or PHY 211
PHY 202 or PHY 212
MAT 202 and MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
BUS 121, 122
6 hours
BUS 125, 126 (must take in Area F)
6 hours
BUS 120, BUS 152
6 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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B.S. in Business Administration
Student ________________________ ID# _______________ Advisor _______________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and ENG 112
6 hours
MAT 101, MAT 111 or MAT 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
HUM 121, HUM 122, RPH 111, RPH 112, RPH 113, RPH 122, or RPH 123
3 hours
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following: ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following: ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 - 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 100 or BIO 121
BIO 122
CHE 111 or CHE 121
CHE 112 or CHE 122
PHY 100 or PHY 201 or PHY 211
PHY 202 or PHY 212
MAT 202 and MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 100, SOC 121,
TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
50 Credit Hours
BUS 200 - Introduction to Business
3 hours
BUS 301 - Quantitative Business Analysis I
3 hours
BUS 302 - Quantitative Business Analysis II
3 hours
BUS 305 - Principles of Management
3 hours
BUS 310 - Management and Organizational Behavior
3 hours
BUS 315 - Effective Team Dynamics
3 hours
BUS 320 - Principles of Marketing
3 hours
BUS 325 - Sustainability in Business
3 hours
BUS 330 - Human Resource Management
3 hours
BUS 335 - Introduction to Finance
3 hours
BUS 340 - Managerial Finance
3 hours
BUS 345 - Agribusiness Economics/Management
3 hours
BUS 400 - Small Business Management
3 hours
BUS 405 - Strategic Management
3 hours
BUS 410 - International Business
3 hours
BUS 450 - Business Internship
3-6 hours
G. Electives
28 Credit Hours
The student may complete the remaining 28 hours from an array of electives from across the curriculum, or they may focus their
credits toward a secondary track that pursues one of the College’s established 18 concentrations.
(BUS 121 and BUS 122 should be taken as they are pre-requisites for BUS 340)
Course
Selections:
Core Curriculum Requirements
120 Credit Hours
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A.S. in Chemistry
Student ___________________________ ID# ______________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
CHE 121, CHE 122
8 hours
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
CHE 201, 202
8 hours
Select 10 hours from among the following:
10 hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
MAT 202, MAT 203
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, 212
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Medicine, Health professions, Pre-Pharmacy, Pre-
Veterinary Medicine, Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, and Pre-Forestry.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
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A.S. in Criminal Justice
Student ___________________________ ID# ______________ Advisor __________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 100 or BIO 121
BIO 122
CHE 111 or CHE 121
CHE 112 or CHE 122
PHY 100 or PHY 201 or PHY 211
PHY 202 or PHY 212
MAT 202 and MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
CRJ 111, 112, 120, 211
12 hours
Select two of the following:
EDU 111, PSY 121, SOC 121, SOC 122
6 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in Criminal Justice, Social Work, and Social Sciences.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
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A.S. in Education
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor _________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 100 or BIO 121
BIO 122
CHE 111 or CHE 121
CHE 112 or CHE 122
PHY 100 or PHY 201 or PHY 211
PHY 202 or PHY 212
MAT 202 and MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
EDU 111, 211, 212, 213
12 hours
IFS 150
3 hours
One course in specialization
3 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career path in Education.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
The course requirements for Education, Science Education, Elementary Education, Secondary Education,
Special Education, Health and Physical Education, and other fields of Education may vary widely.
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A.S. in Mathematics
Student ___________________________ ID# _____________ Advisor ___________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
BIO 121, CHE 121
CHE 121, CHE 122
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, PHY 212
MAT 202, MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG
100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
IFS 150
3 hours
MAT 201 (if not taken in Area D)
3 hours
MAT 202, MAT 203
8 hours
One or two additional Lab Sciences
4 – 8 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Business, and Science.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
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A.S. in Physical Science
Student ___________________________ ID# ______________ Advisor ___________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any paired sequence:
8 hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
BIO 121, CHE 121
CHE 121, CHE 122
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, PHY 212
MAT 202, MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
IFS 150
3 hours
CHE 121, 122
8 hours
MAT 202 or MAT 203
4 hours
Lab science elective (BIO 121 or CHE 201)
4 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in Physical Sciences.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Students with a concentration in Physical Science should take one Physics sequence (PHY 201 and PHY 202
or PHY 211 and PHY 212) and one of MAT 113 or MAT 202 in Area D.
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A.S. in Pre-Health Professional
Student ___________________________ ID# _____________ Advisor ______________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any paired sequence:
8 hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
BIO 121, CHE 121
CHE 121, CHE 122
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, PHY 212
MAT 202, MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
BIO 123, 124
8 hours
BIO 227
4 hours
Select two of the following:
CHE 121, CHE 122, CHE 201, PHY 201, SOC 121 or
PSY 202
6 – 8 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in Occupational Therapy, Pre-Dentistry, Dental Hygiene, Pre-Pharmacy, Nursing,
Physician’s Assistant, and Health professions.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
Students with a concentration in Pre-Health professions should take BIO 121, MAT 201, and one of BIO 122 or
CHE 121 in Area D.
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A.S. in Sustainable Agriculture
Student ___________________________ ID# ______________ Advisor ____________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any paired sequence:
8 hours
BIO 121, BIO 122
BIO 121, CHE 121
CHE 121, CHE 122
PHY 201, PHY 202
PHY 211, PHY 212
MAT 202, MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
RAG 100 - Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture
3 hours
RAG 105 - Natural Resource Conservation
3 hours
RAG 200 - Plant Science and Crop Production
3 hours
RAG 205 - Animal Science and Production
3 hours
RAG 237 - Agricultural Management and Agribusiness
3 hours
RAG 250 - Supervised Internship
3 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
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A.S. in Social Science
Student ___________________________ ID# ______________ Advisor ____________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 101, 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121, 122, 123, 127, 128
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses:
8 hours
BIO 100 or BIO 121
BIO 122
CHE 111 or CHE 121
CHE 112 or CHE 122
PHY 100 or PHY 201 or PHY 211
PHY 202 or PHY 212
MAT 202 and MAT 203
Select one math course:
3 hours – 4 hours
MAT 111, MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 100, BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121,
RAG 100, SOC 121, TBM 100
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
BUS 125 or 126
3 hours
PSY 121
3 hours
SOC 121
3 hours
Select three of the following based on concentration/transfer:
IFS 150, MAT 201, or additional social science electives
9 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
Suggested for career paths in History, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, International Studies, Sport
Management, and Social Sciences.
Students should consider the requirements of their transfer institution and specialization during registration.
The course requirements for Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, International Studies, Anthropology,
and other fields of Social Science may vary widely. “Additional Social Science electives” may include
additional 3-hour courses labeled BUS, HED, HIS, PED, SOC, or PSY.
Advising Notes:
Students working toward a degree in Sociology should take SOC121, SOC122, and PSY121 plus an additional upper level
psychology course.
Students working toward a degree in Psychology should take PSY121, PSY202, PSY225, and PSY227.
Students working toward a degree in Sports Management should take HED115, PED220, and PED230.
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A.S. in Timber Management
Suggested courses for students majoring in Timber Management are in bold letters.
Student __________________________ ID# __________________ Advisor _________________
A. Essential Skills – Communication Skills and Quantitative Skills
9 Credit Hours
ENG 111 and 112
6 hours
MAT 111 or 113
3 hours
B. Institutional Requirements
4 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 122, 123
3 hours
HUM 121, 122
Select one (1) PED class from those listed in the catalog
1 hour
ACS 200 - Cultural Enrichment - 4 CEP events required
① ② ③ ④
C. Humanities/Fine Arts/Ethics
6 Credit Hours
Select one of the following:
ENG 121 or 123
3 hours
Select one of the following:
ART 123, MUS 123, THE 123
3 hours
D. Science, Mathematics, and Technology
11 – 12 Credit Hours
Select any two lab science courses or advanced math courses:
8 hours
Science or Math concentrations (one-paired sequence)
BIO 121
MAT 202, MAT 203, BIO 122
Additional lab science for non-science concentrations or
3 hours – 4 hours
Either of MAT 113, MAT 201, MAT 202
E. Social Sciences
12 Credit Hours
HIS 101 or HIS 102
3 hours
HIS 105 or HIS 106
3 hours
POS 111
3 hours
Select one of the following:
BUS 125, BUS 126, EDU 111, PSY 121, RAG 105, SOC 121
3 hours
F. Academic Discipline Requirements
18 Credit Hours
TBM 100 - Introduction to Forestry and Timber Management
3 hours
TBM 105 - Introduction to Forest Soil Management
2+1 = 3 hours
TBM 200 - Introduction to Natural Resource Conservation
2+1 = 3 hours
TBM 210 – Forest Survey and Measurements
2+1 = 3 hours
TBM 237 - Timber Production, Wood Properties & Utilization
2+1 = 3 hours
TBM 250 - Supervised Forestry Internship
3 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
60 Credit Hours
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DIVISION OF ALLIED HEALTH
Associate of Science in Respiratory Therapy
The Andrew College Division of Allied Health offers the Associate of Science Degree in Respiratory Therapy.
Graduates of this program are eligible to sit for credentialing examinations administered by the National Board of
Respiratory Care (NBRC). In addition, graduates are eligible for Georgia state medical licensure, a requirement for
practicing in the state, and licensure in all states.
Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic procedures such as pulmonary function studies and arterial blood gas analysis,
and are involved in rehabilitation of the patient with cardiopulmonary abnormalities. Students will learn diagnostic and
therapeutic procedures applicable to pulmonary care. Therapeutic procedures include use and administration of oxygen
and other medical gases, aerosolization of drugs for inhalation, set up and maintenance of mechanical ventilators,
performance of chest physiotherapy maneuvers and certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
In addition to classroom and laboratory components, clinical experience at selected area hospitals, pulmonary offices,
and long-term acute care facilities is required.
Accreditation:
Andrew College is currently in the process of seeking CoARC accreditation for a respiratory care program. However,
Andrew College can provide no assurance that accreditation will be granted by the CoARC.
Program Goals:
The primary goal of the Respiratory Therapy program at Andrew College is to provide quality education in order to
prepare graduates with demonstrated competence in the cognitive (knowledge), psychomotor (skills), and affective
(behavior) learning domains of respiratory care practice as performed by registered respiratory therapists (RRTs). The
goal of the Respiratory Therapy program is consistent with the mission of Andrew College. The faculty believes that
graduates will be prepared for lives of servant leadership and will be able to serve the healthcare needs of this region and
beyond.
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon mastery of the course materials, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills necessary to provide competent respiratory care
2. Acquire and analyze clinical data in accordance with appropriate standards of care, protocols, and clinical
practice guidelines
3. Perform prescribed diagnostic studies related to cardiopulmonary functions
4. Develop, implement, and evaluate respiratory care plans
5. Manage patients with cardiopulmonary disease using evidence based practice
6. Manage life support activities
7. Provide patient, family, and community education promoting cardiopulmonary wellness and disease prevention
8. Respect the beliefs and values of all persons, demonstrate self-direction and practice in an ethical and
professional manner in accordance with established policies and procedures
9. Demonstrate appropriate critical thinking skills, time management skills, interpersonal communication skills,
and technical skills necessary to provide competent respiratory care in multidisciplinary care settings
Policies and Procedures
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The Respiratory Therapy Program adheres to the Policies and Procedures of Andrew College except in instances where
specific respiratory therapy program policies are required by regulatory and/or accrediting agencies and in cases where
respiratory therapy standards are higher than those of the college.
Admission Requirements
1. Completed application to the Respiratory Therapy Program submitted by application deadline (July 1)
2. Admission to Andrew College
3. Completion of all Learning Support requirements
4. Completion of Anatomy and Physiology I within five (5) years of admission and a grade of “C” or higher
5. Students may repeat a general course only one time to obtain a “C” or higher.
6. GPA of 2.5 or above from high school and/or on all college work.
7. Completion of College Health Form including current immunizations.
8. Criminal background check*
9. Drug screen*
10. Liability Insurance (through the Andrew College Respiratory Therapy program)
11. Admission preference may be given to students with the highest GPA and those who have completed the most
general education courses.
12. Applicants who have earned less than a grade of “C” in two or more respiratory therapy courses while enrolled in a
previous respiratory therapy program are not eligible for admission to the Andrew College Respiratory Therapy
Program.
13. Submission of copies of all professional licenses held by the applicant.
*Our clinical partners have the right to deny placement to any student. Students with criminal findings on the
background check and/or a positive drug screen who are denied clinical placement will not be able to
complete the program; therefore, they will be withdrawn from the program.
Advanced Placement
There is no advanced placement option at this time. Respiratory therapy courses taken at another institution will not
transfer to the Andrew College Respiratory Therapy program.
Acceleration
Students will be admitted to the Respiratory Therapy program once a year in the Fall. Therefore, there are no
acceleration options at this time.
Grading Policy:
Respiratory Therapy students are expected to pass all respiratory and required general education courses with a “C” or
higher. A 2.5 GPA is required for graduation from the respiratory program. This is higher that the college requirement.
The Respiratory Therapy program’s grading scale is:
93-100 A
84-92 B
75-83 C
74-65 D
64-0 F
The Final Grade in each respiratory therapy course will be calculated by adding:
70% of the sum of all grades on unit exams
5% of all other assignment grades (see course syllabi)
25% of the grade on the final exam
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Grades for the clinical skills component of respiratory therapy courses are determined on a competency basis, as
satisfactory or unsatisfactory. A satisfactory level of clinical competence is required in order to earn a passing grade (C or
higher) in a respiratory therapy course. An unsatisfactory level of competence results in failure in that course. A course
grade of D will be assigned if the student receives an unsatisfactory in the clinical component.
Graduation
1. Students must meet all of the graduation requirements stipulated in the Andrew College catalog.
2. Additionally, respiratory therapy students must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher on all courses in the respiratory therapy
curriculum.
Health Requirements
1. Students must possess a level of physical and emotional health sufficient to enable him/her to meet respiratory
therapy program requirements and the standards of professional practice.
2. Prior to admission to the respiratory therapy program, immunizations including current documentation of the
Hepatitis series, TB skin test, 11-panel urine drug screen and a background check through Pre-Check must be
completed. TB skin test must be repeated annually.
3. Students should note that random drug and alcohol screenings can occur at any time during the program of study.
Background checks are provided to all hospitals and facilities in which the students go to clinical. It is up to the facility
to decide if the student is allowed into their setting for clinical experiences.
Appeals
1. Students have the right to Due Process.
2. Classroom and grading disputes should be discussed with the faulty member.
3. Unresolved disputes may be referred to the Respiratory Therapy Program Director.
4. Further, written appeals may be adjudicated through the Andrew College Appeals policy and procedures as stated in
the Student Handbook.
Part-time Study
The respiratory therapy courses are offered sequentially. If a student has completed the general education courses, they
may be enrolled in respiratory therapy courses only which would be considered part time study. Due to the sequential
nature of the respiratory therapy courses, students must remain in continuous enrollment in respiratory therapy courses.
If a student does not return or drops a respiratory therapy course, they will not be able to return to the respiratory
therapy sequence until the following year. This would constitute readmission and those policies would prevail.
Progression
1. Students must complete all general education and respiratory therapy courses with a grade of “C” or higher. Students
will not be allowed to progress to any subsequent courses for which that course is a prerequisite until the course is
successfully completed with a “C” or higher.
2. A GPA of 2.5 or higher on all courses in the respiratory therapy program is required for progression.
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3. Students may repeat only one respiratory therapy course to obtain a “C” or higher. If a student does not get a “C” or
higher in a second respiratory therapy course, they will be dismissed from the respiratory therapy program.
4. Students may withdraw from all courses only one time. Repeated “W’s” are not acceptable.
5. Students who fail a clinical skills assessment must complete the entire course if they are readmitted.
Refer to the Andrew College policies related to academic standards and re-admission following dismissal from the
college for violation of rules of conduct and/or failure to meet and maintain academic standards. Please note that
academic standards for the respiratory therapy program surpass the general academic policies of the college.
Readmission
1. Complete and submit the application for readmission to the respiratory therapy program.
2. Readmission will be on a space available basis.
3. The student is subject to the program policies in effect at the time of readmission.
4. Students are accountable for the knowledge and skills learned in all previous courses. It is the student’s responsibility
to obtain remediation as needed prior to readmission into the respiratory therapy program.
Performance Standards
The respiratory therapist must demonstrate cognitive, psychomotor, and affective skills in such a manner as to not place
one's self, another health care worker, or the patient in any danger. Failure to demonstrate any of the abilities listed
below is cause for dismissal from the respiratory therapy program.
As mandated by the American Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), any impairment will be
given careful consideration judged by the accommodations which must be made and by the ability to be educated and
employed in the field of Respiratory Therapy.
An applicant should inform the Program Director of Respiratory Therapy prior to admission to the program of any
documented disabilities that relate to the identified performance standards.
The following is a list of the essential job functions of a Registered Respiratory Therapist that must be performed
independently on a daily basis.
Practice Performance Standards
ISSUE
PERFORMANCE
STANDARD
EXAMPLES OF NECESSARY ACTIVITIES
(NON ALL-INCLUSIVE)
Critical
Thinking
Critical-thinking ability sufficient
for clinical judgment
Identify cause/effect relationships in clinical situations,
maintains client's physical and emotional safety, demonstrates
competence in administration of meds, treatments and
procedures, develop care plans
Interpersonal
Interpersonal abilities sufficient for
interaction with individuals,
families and groups from various
social, emotional, cultural and
intellectual backgrounds
Establish rapport with clients and colleagues, tolerate physically
taxing workloads alternating shifts, function effectively during
stressful situations, respond appropriately in stressful and
emergency situations (physically, emotionally, mentally)
Communication
Communication abilities sufficient
for verbal and written interaction
with others
Speak clearly and succinctly; Describe client situations; Perceive
nonverbal communication; Communicate effectively with
physicians, staff, clients and client's families; Explain treatment
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procedures, initiate health teaching, and document and interpret
nursing actions and client responses
Mobility
Physical abilities sufficient for
movement from room to room
and in small spaces
Stand for long periods of times; Work at a fast pace for long
periods of time; Moves around in client's room, work spaces
and treatment areas; Administer cardiopulmonary procedures
Motor Skills
Gross and fine motor abilities
sufficient for providing safe,
effective nursing care
Lift heavy objects; Use equipment and tools needed to carry out
safe client care, position clients; Don sterile gloves and gown;
Prepare medication aseptically.
Hearing
Auditory ability sufficient for
monitoring and assessing health
needs
Hear nurse call bell from clients; Hear telephone and have the
ability to take orders over the telephone; Hear vital statistics
with stethoscope to assess blood pressure, heart rate, lung
vascular and abdominal sounds; Hear monitor alarm and
emergency signals requiring quick response, and cries for help
Visual
Visual ability sufficient for
observation and assessment
necessary in nursing care
Observe client responses and assess correctly; see nurse
call/emergency light; Read doctor's orders; Read very fine, small
print on medication containers; Read monitors and other
equipment
Tactile
Tactile ability sufficient for physical
assessment
Perform palpation, functions of physical examination; Manual
dexterity to use sterile technique to insert catheters (IV, Foley)
Adopted from SREB Council on Collegiate Education for Nursing
Additional Fees
1. Professional liability insurance is required prior to starting the respiratory therapy program. See program
handbook for further information.
2. Students are required to have approved uniform, shoes, lab coat, stethoscope, and watch with sweeping second
hand.
3. Students will complete the American Heart Association BLS, ACLS, and PALS courses during the program.
The student is responsible for these costs. See program handbook for further information.
4. Student membership in the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) is required. The cost is $50 for
student membership.
5. Students will be required to complete a criminal background check and urine drug screen through Pre-Check.
Students must be prepared to travel out of town for clinical assignments. These assignments are required for successful
completion of the program. The student is responsible for the cost of travel and lodge if needed. See program
handbook for further information.
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A.S. in Respiratory Therapy
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor ________________
A. Pre-Requisite
7 Credit Hours
BIO 123 – Human Anatomy & Physiology I
4 hours
ENG 111 – English Composition I
3 hours
B. Freshman Year: Fall Semester
13 Credit Hours
RES 105 – Introduction to Respiratory Therapy
3 hours
RES 110 – Respiratory Therapy Techniques I
4 hours
MAT 111 – College Algebra
3 hours
PSY 121 – Introduction to Psychology
3 hours
C. Freshman Year: Spring Semester
12 Credit Hours
RES 115 – Respiratory Therapy Techniques II
4 hours
CHE 121 – General Chemistry I
4 hours
BIO 124 – Human Anatomy & Physiology II
4 hours
D. Sophomore Year: Summer Semester
10 Credit Hours
RES 120 – Clinical Practicum I
3 hours
BIO 227 – Microbiology
4 hours
RPH 101 – Introduction to Religion
3 hours
E. Sophomore Year: Fall Semester
12 Credit Hours
RES 125 – Cardiopulmonary Physiology
3 hours
RES 205 – Cardiopulmonary Diseases & Treatment
3 hours
RES 210 – Clinical Practicum II
3 hours
EDU 111 – Speech
3 hours
F. Sophomore Year: Spring Semester
14 Credit Hours
RES 215 – Mechanical Ventilation
3 hours
RES 220 – Neonatal and Pediatric Respiratory Therapy
5 hours
RES 225 – Clinical Practicum III
5 hours
RES 230 – Preparation for Practice
1 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
68 Credit Hours
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DIVISION OF NURSING
Associate Degree in Nursing
The Andrew College Division of Nursing offers the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). ADN graduates are eligible to
apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for Registered Nurses, successful completion of
which entitles the graduate to practice as a Registered Nurse (R.N.). The state Board of Nursing has the right to refuse
to grant a registered nurse license to any individual who has been convicted of moral and/or legal violations specified in
Georgia law.
The Andrew College associate degree nursing program is approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing and the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The Andrew College nursing program is a member school of National
League for Nursing (NLN). The Andrew College, Associate Degree Nursing Program holds pre-accreditation status
from the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation, located at 2600 Virginia
Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, 20037. Holding pre-accreditation status does not guarantee that initial accreditation by
NLN CNEA will be received. Information regarding member schools may be obtained by contacting the NLN at
Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation at 2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, 8
th
Floor, Washington, DC 20037 and
Phone (202) 909-2487 and Fax (202) 944-8523.
Mission
The mission of the nursing program is unique to the nursing profession providing a nurturing academic setting wherein
caring, diversity, integrity, and excellence are core values (NLN Core Values, 2007). To achieve its mission, the Andrew
College Nursing Division educates associate degree graduates who will safely practice nursing in evolving health care
environments and apply professional and ethical principles sensitive to the diverse needs of individuals, families, and
communities.
Philosophy
The philosophy of the nursing program is consistent with the mission and philosophy of Andrew College. The faculty
believes that individuals are multidimensional physiologic, psychosocial and spiritual beings. Individuals are autonomous
and have the right to make decisions.
Health is a state of optimal wellness that is defined by individual perceptions, values, and preferences. Health includes
the ability to adapt to change in order to meet needs. Health is a partnership between the individual and the health care
system. Nursing is a caring profession which is an art and an applied science that integrates concepts of the humanities,
natural and social sciences. Utilizing the nursing process and evidence-based practice as a foundation for clinical
decision-making, nurses provide care that addresses the needs of diverse populations with varying lifestyles across the
life span. Nurses practice collaboratively within a multidisciplinary health care team. Nurses advocate for and empower
patients and families to make informed health care decisions. Nurses have a critical role in promoting health care
delivery to insure patient safety and provide quality care.
Education is a lifelong, dynamic process of intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual development building upon
culture, self-image and value system. Learning is the acquisition of knowledge, skills, and understanding which results in
changed behavior. The faculty as facilitators of learning are themselves, participant learners. Faculty and students are
mutually responsible for learning. Nursing education is a process through which nurses are educated for practice by the
acquisition and application of new knowledge and skills. The faculty believes that the associate degree is the foundation
for baccalaureate and higher nursing education.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to:
1. Practice with integrity within the role of the associate degree nurse, incorporating legal and ethical principles, to
insure collaborative, safe, culturally competent patient-centered care.
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2. Analyze data and the relationships of the humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences to improve the
quality and safety of patient care.
3. Demonstrate effective use of technology to navigate the electronic health record and to communicate with
multi-professional teams.
4. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and communities for planning and delivery of quality patient
care.
5. Provide leadership in a variety of health care settings to promote excellence in caring for diverse patient
populations.
Program Outcomes
1. Program Completion Rate: 70% of students will graduate within 6 semesters beginning with enrollment in the
first nursing (NRSG) course.
2. NCLEX Pass Rate: 80% of graduates will pass NCLEX on the first attempt.
3. Employment Rate: 80% of graduate respondents will be employed in nursing or pursuing advanced nursing
education within 6 months following graduation.
4. Graduate Satisfaction: At least 80% of graduate respondents will rate their overall preparedness, knowledge,
and skills as satisfactory in the role of the entry-registered nurse.
5. Employer Satisfaction: At least 80% of employer respondents will rate Andrew College nursing graduates’
overall level of preparedness, knowledge and skills as satisfactory in the role of the entry-level associate degree
nurse.
Policies and Procedures
The Nursing Program adheres to the Policies and Procedures of Andrew College except in instances where specific
nursing program policies are required by regulatory and/or accrediting agencies and in cases where nursing standards are
higher than those of the college.
Admission Requirements
1. Completed application to the Nursing Program submitted by application deadline (TBA) including
supplemental documents and unofficial transcripts.
2. Admission to Andrew College
3. Completion of all Learning Support requirements
4. Completion of Anatomy and Physiology I within five (5) years of admission and a grade of “C” or higher
5. Students may repeat a general course only one time to obtain a “C” or higher
6. GPA of 2.5 or above from high school and/or on all college work
7. Completion of College Health Form including current immunizations, however, Nursing will require additional
physical, immunization, and PPD forms once accepted.
8. Criminal background check* (through PreCheck once accepted)
9. Drug screen*
10. Liability Insurance (group rate through the Andrew College Nursing Program)
11. Admission preference may be given to students with the highest GPA’s and those who have completed the
most general education courses
12. Applicants who have earned less than a grade of “C” in two or more nursing courses while enrolled in a
previous nursing program are not eligible for admission to the Andrew College Nursing Program
13. Submission of copies of all professional licenses held by the applicant
14. It is strongly recommended that all students have health insurance. You will be responsible for all health related
costs that you incur whether in class or clinical
15. Completed Basis Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification (once accepted)
16. Students must have transportation to and from assigned clinical sites and must be able to attend all clinical sites
assigned.
*Our clinical partners have the right to deny placement to any student.
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*Students denied clinical placement for any reason will not be able to complete the program
requirements, therefore, they will be withdrawn from the program.
* Andrew College Nursing will NOT seek additional areas for clinical placement should a student be
denied placement.
*Students with criminal findings on the background check and/or a positive drug screen who are
denied clinical placement will not be able to complete the program, therefore, they will be withdrawn
from the program.
*Clinical sites include (but not limited to): Southwest GA Regional Medical Center, Hospital
Authority of Miller County, Donalsonville Hospital, Southeast AL Medical Center, Medical Center
Barbour, Aspire Behavioral Health & DD Services, Dialysis Clinic Inc., Joe-Ann Burgin Nursing
Home, Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, West Central Health District
Advanced Placement
There is no advanced placement option at this time. In the future the faculty may consider an LPN to RN option.
Acceleration
Students will be admitted to the Nursing program once a year in the Fall. Therefore, there are no acceleration options at
this time.
Part-time Study
The nursing courses are offered sequentially. If a student has completed the general education courses, they may be
enrolled in nursing courses only which would be considered part time study. Due to the sequential nature of the nursing
courses, students must remain in continuous enrollment in nursing courses. If a student does not return or drops a
nursing course, they will not be able to return to the nursing sequence until the following year. This would constitute
readmission and those policies would prevail.
Progression
1. Students must complete all general education and nursing courses with a grade of “C” or higher. Nursing
courses require a 75 to obtain a “C.” * Students will not be allowed to progress to any subsequent courses for
which that course is a prerequisite until the course is successfully completed with a “C” or higher.
2. A grade of “C” * or higher on all courses in the nursing program is required for progression.
3. Students may repeat only one Nursing course to obtain a “C” or higher. If a student does not get a “C” or
higher in a second nursing course, they will be dismissed from the nursing program.
4. Students may withdraw from all courses only one time. Repeated “W’s” are not acceptable.
5. Students who fail clinically must complete the entire course if they are readmitted.
6. Students are required to complete the nursing program in a maximum of six semesters.
Refer to the Andrew College policies related to academic standards and re-admission following
dismissal from the college for violation of rules of conduct and/or failure to meet and maintain
academic standards. Please note that academic standards for the nursing program surpass the general
academic policies of the college.
Readmission
1. Complete and submit the application for readmission to the nursing program
2. Readmission will be on a space available basis
3. The student is subject to the program policies in effect at the time of readmission
4. Students are accountable for the knowledge and skills learned in all previous courses. It is the student’s
responsibility to obtain remediation as needed prior to readmission into the nursing program
Graduation
1. Students must meet all of the graduation requirements stipulated in the Andrew College catalog.
2. Additionally, nursing students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher (minimum grade of 75 in each and a
satisfactory in the clinical component of each nursing course) on all courses in the nursing curriculum.
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Health Requirements
1. Students must possess a level of physical and emotional health sufficient to enable him/her to meet nursing
program requirements and the standards of professional nursing practice.*
2. Prior to admission to Andrew College immunizations including current documentation of the Hepatitis series,
TB skin test, 11-panel urine drug screen and a background check through Pre-Check must be completed. TB
skin test must be repeated annually.
3. Students should note that random drug and alcohol screenings can occur at any time during the program of
study. Background checks are provided to all hospitals and facilities in which the students go to clinical. It is up
to the facility to decide if the student is allowed into their setting for clinical experiences.
Appeals
1. Students have the right to Due Process
2. Classroom and grading disputes should be discussed with the faulty member
3. Unresolved disputes may be referred to the Nursing Program Director
4. Further, written appeals may be adjudicated through the Andrew College Appeals policy and procedures as
stated in the Student Handbook
Grading
Nursing students are expected to pass all nursing and required general education courses with a “C” or higher. A “C” in
a nursing course is an average of 75 or higher*. A 2.0 GPA is required for graduation from the nursing program,
however, nursing courses require a minimum of 75*. This is higher than the college requirement. No grades will be
rounded. The nursing program grading scale is:
93-100 A
84-92 B
75-83 C*
74-65 D
64-0 F
The Final Grade in each nursing course will be calculated by adding
70% of the sum of all grades on unit exams
5% of all other assignment grades (see course syllabi)
25% of the grade on the final exam
Grades for the clinical component of nursing courses are determined on a competency basis, as satisfactory or
unsatisfactory. A satisfactory level of clinical competence is required in order to earn a passing grade (C or higher) in a
nursing course. An unsatisfactory level of competence results in failure in that course. A course grade of D will be
assigned if the student receives an unsatisfactory in the clinical component.
Competency in Pharmacology must be validated each semester. Nursing students must score 95% on a one hour, 20
question Pharmacology and dosage calculation test to demonstrate this competency. Should students not achieve the
passing score of 95% after three opportunities, they will be dropped from that nursing course. They will receive a “W”
as the grade for that course.
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ADN - Associate Degree in Nursing
Student ___________________________ ID# _________________ Advisor ________________
A. Pre-Requisite
4 Credit Hours
BIO 123 – Human Anatomy & Physiology I
4 hours
B. Freshman Year: First Semester
17 Credit Hours
BIO 124 – Human Anatomy & Physiology II
4 hours
ENG 111 – English Composition I
3 hours
MAT 111 – College Algebra
3 hours
NUR 105 – Foundations of Nursing
7 hours
C. Freshman Year: Second Semester
16 Credit Hours
ENG 112 – English Composition II
3 hours
PSY 121 – Introduction to Psychology
3 hours
NUR 110 – Nursing Care of Adults I
6 hours
NUR 115 – Mental Health Nursing
4 hours
D. Sophomore Year: Summer Semester
6 Credit Hours
NUR 205 – Nursing Care of Adults II
6 hours
E. Sophomore Year: First Semester
15 Credit Hours
BIO 227 – Microbiology
4 hours
Select one of the following:
RPH 111, 112, 113, 121
3 hours
NUR 210 – Maternal-Child Nursing
6 hours
NUR 215 – Current Trends & Issues in Nursing
2 hours
F. Sophomore Year: Second Semester
6 Credit Hours
NUR 220 – Nursing Care of Adults III
6 hours
Core Curriculum Requirements
64 Credit Hours
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Course
Descriptions
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CULTURAL ENRICHMENT (ACS)
ACS 200 - CULTURAL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (NC)
This program is a requirement for graduation. Students must document attendance at a minimum of four cultural events
to satisfy graduation requirements.
ANDREW COLLEGE EXPERIENCE (ACE)
ACE 101 – ANDREW COLLEGE EXPERIENCE (1)
This course is designed to acclimate students (with fewer than thirty credits) to the educational, service, and community
opportunities and expectations of Andrew College. In alignment with the college’s mission, students will become
acquainted with resources on campus, as well as participate in a service learning project that gives back to the local
community. As a result of these learning opportunities, students will be prepared to transition into the college environment
and become well-prepared students and community members.
APPLIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (ABH)
ABH 100 - INTRODUCTION TO APPLIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH (3)
This course will introduce students to the scientific study of human behavior and cognition as an individual and as a person
in their environment. A community learning component will be required in order to expose the student to the practical
aspects of this discipline with behavioral health agencies and the responsibilities of a person employed in these settings.
ABH 105 - INTRODUCTION TO THEORY AND CLINICAL SKILLS (3)
This is an introductory course with an emphasis on individual and group counseling techniques and intervention skills.
Students will also be introduced to theories of counseling as well as legal and ethical issues involved in counseling and
behavioral health services. Students will gain a basic understanding of the DSM-5 classifications.
Prerequisite: ABH 100
ABH 200 - CULTURAL DIVERSITY APPRECIATION (3)
This course is designed to educate students about multicultural issues as well as how different cultures have different
beliefs, religions, traditions, family dynamics in which plays a role in theoretical and practical application. Students will
learn how one's culture plays a role in obtaining and participating in behavioral health services, as well as, appreciation of
different cultures and their role in society.
ABH 205 - SOCIAL PROBLEMS (3)
This course will provide the student with a study of the nature, scope, and effects of the major social problems, including
unemployment, criminal and deviant behavior, and drugs and alcohol. This course will present multiple dimensions of
socioeconomic stratification including, but not limited to, race, gender, immigration, age, sexual orientation, family
structure, and individuals with disabilities.
ABH 230 - LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT (3)
This introductory course will focus on cognitive, emotional, physical, and social development processes that occur in
humans from conception to death, learning both normal and abnormal aspects of development. Students will learn how
trauma affects the development process (emotionally, socially, and cognitively). Students will learn how the behavioral
health needs differ through the aging process.
ABH 250 - SUPERVISED APPLIED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTERNSHIP (3)
This educational experience will be tailored to provide students with the opportunity to work with a behavioral health
agency, government agency, community agency, or other educational organizations in order to gain professional experience
related to behavioral health. This internship is a supervised educational opportunity that requires students to experience
the practical application of knowledge within a work environment where the student's duties and job responsibilities are
approved, in advance, by the supervising faculty. Students must complete three hours of work experience per week
throughout the semester (approximately 15 weeks) for each credit hour earned. More specifically, a 3 credit hour internship
will require 9 hours of work per week or 135 hours of supervised experience per semester. Students will be placed with an
appropriate agency relative to the field of study and be required to submit a weekly activity log that addresses their
placement activities, and established learning goals; each student also must complete a reflective essay regarding the
experience as well as evaluate their internship site experience.
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Prerequisites: Sophomore classification, minimum GPA of 2.5, and the approval of the Division Coordinator and Dean of Academic Affairs.
ART (ART)
All art students are responsible for purchasing their own art supplies. These costs are not covered by tuition.
ART 101 - BASIC DRAWING (3)
This course is an introduction for students to expressing themselves through formal elements and various mark making
techniques.
ART 102 - INTERMEDIATE DRAWING (3)
This course is a further exploration of the manipulation of various drawing media and to solving visual problems by the
employment of formal elements.
Prerequisite: ART 101 or permission of the instructor.
ART 105 - PHOTOGRAPHY I (3)
In this course fundamentals of black and white photography including the study of light, lenses, camera, and darkroom
procedures are taught.
ART 106 - PHOTOGRAPHY II (3)
This is a continuation of Art 105 with an emphasis on photography as a medium of self-expression.
Prerequisite: ART 105 or permission of the instructor.
ART 108 - COLOR AND DESIGN (3)
Modes of visual organization through the study of form, space, line, color, texture, tools, and materials are covered in this
course.
ART 110 - FILM (3)
This course is an introduction for students to the study of film from its invention to the Post-Modern Era.
ART 115 - THREE DIMENSIONAL DESIGN (3)
This is a foundation level course that introduces three-dimensional design. The basic principles of three-dimensional design
will create an awareness of space and how to reinterpret space by designing a three-dimensional work of art. Students will
explore three-dimensional design by using various mediums, including clay, paper, cardboard, metal and found objects.
ART 123 - ART APPRECIATION (3)
This course is an introduction for students to formal elements, major trends and ideas in the realm of Fine Art.
ART 201 - PAINTING (3)
This course is an introduction for students to the manipulation of various painting media.
Prerequisite: ART 108 or permission of the instructor.
ART 202 - INTERMEDIATE PAINTING (3)
This course is a continuation of exploration into manipulation of various painting media, in which both technical and
conceptual issues are investigated and developed.
Prerequisite: ART 201 or permission of the instructor
ART 205 - CERAMICS I (3)
This course is an introduction to basic forming and glazing techniques in the field of ceramics.
Prerequisite: ART 115 or permission from the instructor.
ART 225 - ART HISTORY I (3)
This course is an introduction for students to the study of Art History from prehistoric civilizations through the waning
of the Middle Ages.
ART 226 - ART HISTORY II (3)
The course is an introduction for students to the study of Art History from the Italian Renaissance to the Post-Modern
Era.
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ART 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study.
BIOLOGY (BIO)
BIO 100 - PRINCIPLES OF BIOLOGY (4)
An introductory course for non-science majors with emphasis on basic biological principles as they pertain to humans in
their everyday lives. A primary focus will be to examine biological principles in a practical manner and relate them to
contemporary issues. The combination of Biology 100 and 121 will not satisfy the Section D requirement for two
laboratory science courses. Three lecture and two laboratory hours each week.
BIO 121 - GENERAL BIOLOGY I (4)
An introductory course for science majors with emphasis on the scientific method, basic chemistry/biochemistry, cell
structure and function, photosynthesis, cell respiration, cell reproduction, development, molecular and Mendelian genetics,
evolution, principles of taxonomy and ecological principles. Three lecture and two laboratory hours each week. Prerequisite:
High school biology, chemistry and algebra are recommended.
BIO 122 - GENERAL BIOLOGY II (4)
A continuation of Biology 121 for science majors with emphasis on all taxonomic kingdoms in terms of tissue structure,
comparative morphology and physiology, life patterns, taxonomy and evolutionary and ecological interrelationships. Three
lecture and two laboratory hours each week.
Prerequisite: BIO 121 or permission of the instructor.
BIO 123 - HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I (4)
A study of basic anatomical and physiological principles with emphasis on major organ systems and how they relate to the
integrated whole. Topics will include basic chemistry, cell structure, cell physiology, metabolism, tissues and the
integumentary, skeletal, muscular and nervous systems. Three lecture and two laboratory hours each week.
Prerequisite: BIO 121 or permission of the instructor.
BIO 124 - HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY II (4)
A continuation of Biology 123 that includes the study of the endocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive,
respiratory and urinary systems. Three lecture and two laboratory hours each week.
Prerequisite: BIO 123 or permission of the instructor.
BIO 227 - MICROBIOLOGY (4)
In this course, a study of microorganisms and their relationship to humankind is covered. The laboratory includes
fundamental techniques of microbiology with emphasis on bacterial anatomy and physiology, classification, principles of
microbial growth and metabolism. The course involves three lectures and one two hour laboratory session per week.
Prerequisite: BIO 121 or permission of the instructor.
BIO 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN BIOLOGY (1-4)
This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to gain knowledge in a specialized area of interest not otherwise
covered in the curriculum. The subject and its treatment will be derived from consultation between the student(s) and the
instructor. All special topics proposals must be approved by the Academic Dean. Students may not receive more than
four credit hours of Special Topics credit as a part of their program of study.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BUS)
BUS 100 - INTRODUCTION TO ECONOMICS (3)
This economics course provides students with a basic foundation in the field of economics. The course has five sections:
Fundamental Concepts, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, International Economics, and Personal Finance.
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BUS 120 - LEGAL ENVIRONMENT (3)
An introduction to the basic understanding of the relationship of law in the business environment to include the court
system, business ethics, constitutional law, regulatory law, criminal law, contracts, torts, employment relationships and
discrimination, labor laws, and product liability.
BUS 121 - PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING I (3)
This is an introductory study of the basic principles and concepts of the accounting cycle. Detailed examination of financial
statement preparation and the accounting treatment for current assets, inventories and fixed assets are addressed.
BUS 122 - PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING II (3)
This is a continuation of Bus 121. This course examines the preparation and use of accounting information for planning
and controlling financial activity. Topics include partnerships, corporations, cost allocations, budgeting and profitability
analysis.
Prerequisite: BUS 121
BUS 125 - PRINCIPLES OF MACRO-ECONOMICS (3)
Emphasizing macroeconomics, the development of modern, economic society and the economics of macro systems. The
macro systems studies are wealth and output, output and income, savings and investments, consumption, investment,
governments, money, employment and output and the problems of growth.
BUS 126 - PRINCIPLES OF MICRO-ECONOMICS (3)
Emphasizing microeconomics, this course includes a study of the internal functioning of our economy and the forces that
underlie the production, distribution, exchange, and consumption of economic growth.
BUS 152 - COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR BUSINESS (3)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the design and implementation of business systems. Emphasis will
be given to the understanding of word processing, data base and spreadsheet applications.
BUS 153 - COMPUTERS IN HEALTHCARE (3)
This course provides the student an introduction to computer terminology and technology. Emphasis is placed on gaining
a working knowledge of word processing with an introduction to the use of computers in healthcare.
BUS 200 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS (3)
Survey course that will expose the student to business terminology, concepts, and current business issues. This course
gives the student an overview of all phases of business: entrepreneurship, marketing, personnel, finance, managerial
control, and the relationship of business with the social and economic environment in which the business operates.
BUS 221 - BUSINESS COMMUNICATION (3)
This course is a study of communication appropriate to business and with superiors, coworkers, and others; the basic
principles of interviewing and performance appraisal; the principle influences in group dynamics within an organization
and the development of informative and persuasive skills for public presentation in business and professional settings.
Prerequisite: ENG 111
BUS 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
BUS 301 - QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS I (3)
Basic competence and skills in problem solving and quantitative methods applied to analysis and models. This is the first
of two required courses that will prepare students with a set of tools to meet the challenges of today’s business
environment. This course integrates applied business research and descriptive statistics. Students will learn to apply
business research and descriptive statistics in order to make better business decisions. This course will provide a
thorough understanding of applications used to analyze data and perform statistical operations to solve business
problems.
Prerequisite: MAT 201
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BUS 302 - QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS II (3)
Study of the fundamental principles of statistical inference. This is the second required course that will prepare students
with a set of tools to meet the challenges of today’s business environment. This course focuses on developing a solid
foundation of important management science concepts and techniques. In addition, this course stresses the use of
computer software to analyze and solve related business problems on a computer.
Prerequisites: MAT 201, BUS 301
BUS 305 - PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT (3)
Overview of the management functions (planning, organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating). This course is
designed to give the student an overview of major management functions. The content emphasis will be on planning,
organizing, controlling, directing, and communicating. The student will become familiar with key concepts and
terminology that will be useful in many managerial situations.
BUS 310 - MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR (3)
Analysis of individual and group behavior within organizations. This course will focus on human behavior, attitudes,
values and performances within organizational settings. Discussion and experiences will examine theory, methods, and
diverse principles such as sociology, psychology, and labor relations in order to learn about individual perceptions, values
and learning styles; group structure and dynamics; and organizational processes that occur on a daily basis within
business and social organizations. These processes include, but are not limited to communications, decision-making,
leadership, power and politics, conflict, stress management, and change.
Prerequisites: BUS 200, BUS 305
BUS 315 - EFFECTIVE TEAM DYNAMICS (3)
This course will examine the use of innovative strategies and techniques for developing effective teams within
organizations. Work teams are commonplace in today’s business environments. In order for businesses to be
competitive, teams must be effective. This course addresses the dynamics of high-functioning work teams and discusses
strategies for identifying team roles, effective management principles, and tailoring planning methods to accomplish
particular business objectives.
BUS 320 - PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING (3)
Examining the business functions of marketing as it relates to the marketing mix. This course will focus on the business
function of marketing. Students will learn how marketers implement values in order to satisfy consumer needs and
wants; also, determine which target markets the organization can best serve, and decide upon products, services, and
programs to connect with these markets. Topics include branding and product development, pricing strategies,
marketing research, promotion, supply chain management and service marketing.
BUS 325 - SUSTAINABILITY IN BUSINESS (3)
This course addresses the link between successful business sustainability strategies and an organization’s value in the
market place. The content of this course will help students deepen and strengthen their sustainability efforts, by
introducing new research regarding sustainability principles and practice and how these ideas can inform goals and
actions. The student’s knowledge and practical skills will be enhanced in the areas of integrating sustainability into
business practices, as well as operations, policies, research and development. This course will emphasize sustainability in
all its dimensions, including the “three E’s”; environment, economics, and equity.
Prerequisite: BUS 305
BUS 330 - HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (3)
Examining the role of the HR professional in managing today’s organizations. This course investigates behavioral and
legal approaches to the management of human resources within organizations. Topics include the role of human
resources in relation to organizational requirements, employee staffing, maximizing employee potential, organizational
behavior, management-labor relations, compensation and security, and the relevance of the HRM functions in order to
achieve the goals of the organization.
BUS 335 - INTRODUCTION TO FINANCE (3)
This course introduces the student to the essential elements of finance for business. Emphasis is placed on financial
management, financial markets, and the tools, techniques, and methodologies used within financial decisions. Topics will
include: Financial planning, working capital management, capital budgeting, long-term financing, and international
finance.
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BUS 340 - MANAGERIAL FINANCE (3)
Exploration of the theoretical aspects of corporate finance. This course introduces the basic principles of managerial
finance and demonstrates how businesses manage their funds to accomplish organizational objectives. The course
content will emphasize the financial environment, financial statements, cash flow as well as financial planning, time value
of money, risk and return, interest rates, bond valuation, stock valuation, and capital budgeting cash flows.
Prerequisites: BUS 121, BUS 122, and BUS 335
BUS 345 - AGRIBUSINESS ECONOMICS/MANAGEMENT (3)
This course is designed for students interested in careers that eventually lead towards agriculturally related managerial
positions such as grain, feed, fertilizer, farm petroleum and other related agricultural industries. This content will focus
upon the use of financial statements, operating and managerial functions, as well as the communication process and the
interpersonal work environment that exists within an organization.
Prerequisites: BUS 200, BUS 305
BUS 400 - SMALL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (3)
Introduction to entrepreneurship and business planning. This course is an introduction regarding the details of decision-
making while organizing and developing a small business. Discussion will focus upon the various responsibilities a small
business must meet, and the challenges generated by the marketplace.
BUS 405 - STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT (3)
Introducing key concepts, tools, and principles of strategy formation. This course will emphasize the importance of
understanding the challenges and the environment in which a business operates, as well as the direction management
intends to move toward, the strategic plan for getting the business moving in the planned direction, and the tasks of
implementing a chosen strategy successfully.
Prerequisite: BUS 305
BUS 410 - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (3)
Overview regarding the effects of the foreign environment on international businesses. This course examines the
commercial transactions that take place between two or more countries. The content will include activities such as
exporting and importing, dealing with foreign governments, cultures and trade regulations, as well as domestic
regulations affecting firms who seek to do business internationally.
BUS 450 - BUSINESS INTERNSHIP (3-6)
Students will be assigned to work in a business or agency setting appropriate for the application of skills learned in the
curriculum. This business internship is a supervised educational experience that requires students to work in a business
or agency setting. The specific work environment and student’s duties and job responsibilities must be approved in
advanced by the supervising faculty. Students must complete 3 hours of work experience per week throughout the
semester (approximately 15 weeks) for each credit hour earned. More specifically, a 3 credit hour internship will require
9 hours of work/week or 135 hours of supervised experience per semester. Students will be employed by an appropriate
firm or organization relative to their field of study. They also will be required to submit a weekly activity log that
addresses their workplace activities, and established specific learning goals; each student also must complete a reflective
essay regarding their experience and at the conclusion of the internship assignment and the student will be evaluated by
their workplace supervisor. Additionally, students will be required to evaluate their internship site experience.
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing, minimum GPA of 2.5, and the approval of the Division Coordinator and Dean of Academic
Affairs.
CANCER REGISTRY MANAGEMENT (CRM)
CRM 105 - MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY (2)
A study of the language used to precisely describe the human body including its components, processes, conditions
affecting it, and procedures performed upon in. It is to be used in the field of medicine.
CRM 110 - CANCER REGISTRY STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT (3)
Introduction to Cancer Registry, Cancer Data & Confidentiality, Legal & Ethical issues, Types of Registries, National
Standard Setting organizations & Professional Organizations.
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CRM 115 - CANCER REGISTRY OPERATIONS (3)
Disease Registry Files, Principles of Abstracting & Data Set identification, Registry Standards & Networking, Standards
for Accredited Cancer Programs, Registry Standards for Accredited Cancer Programs.
CRM 120 - CANCER DISEASE, CODING AND STAGING (3)
Overview of Cancer, ICD-0-3 and the MP/H Coding Rules, Extent of Disease Coding Diagnosis and Sequencing,
Evaluating, AJCC Cancer Staging, Summary Stage.
CRM 125 - ONCOLOGY TREATMENT AND CODING (3)
Treatment Options for Cancer, Surgical Procedures for Oncology, Radiation Treatment for Oncology, Systemic
Treatment for Oncology, Palliative care and Other Treatment for Cancer, Treatment Guidelines for Cancer.
CRM 210 - FOLLOW UP, DATA QUALITY AND UTILIZATION (3)
Monitoring Patient Outcomes, Quality Management and Improvement of Cancer Registry Data, Cancer Registry
Database Management, Statistics, Epidemiology and Data utilization.
CRM 215 - ABSTRACTING METHODS (3)
Principles of Abstracting, Abstracting Diagnostic Procedures, Collection of Core Data items, Abstracting major Disease
Sites- Carcinoma: Breast, Lung, Prostate, Bladder, Colon.
CRM 220 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM (6)
Required 180 clock hours of hands on clinical.
CHEMISTRY (CHE)
CHE 111 - INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY I (4)
This course is an introduction to basic principles of chemistry. The concept of the scientific method will be developed,
along with scientific systems of measurement and problem-solving skills. Chemical knowledge taught will include elements
and compounds, the periodic table, atomic structure, chemical reactions, equations, and energy, as well as solution
chemistry, acids and bases. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAT 091, MAT 111 preferred.
CHE 112 - INTRODUCTORY CHEMISTRY II (4)
This course is the second of a two-course laboratory sequence that gives the student a brief survey of the principles of
organic chemistry with emphasis of compounds of biological interest. Issues of environmental interest, such as pollution,
hazardous wastes and resource depletion are included. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each
week.
Prerequisite: CHE 111 or permission of the instructor.
CHE 121 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (4)
This is the first part of a two-course laboratory sequence that introduces the student to the study of matter, nomenclature
of inorganic compounds, stoichiometric calculations, structure of atoms, bonding, the gaseous state, solutions, thermo-
chemistry and chemical kinetics. There are three hours of lecture and three hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAT 111; one year of high school chemistry or CHE 111 or permission of the instructor.
CHE 122 - GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (4)
This is a continuation of Chemistry 121 and includes topics of oxidation-reduction, chemical equilibrium, acids, bases,
salts, solubility product principle, electrochemistry and an introduction to organic chemistry. There are three hours of
lecture and two hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite: CHE 121.
CHE 201 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I (4)
This is the first part of a two-course laboratory sequence that expands on the knowledge gained from a General Chemistry
course by delving into the chemistry of carbon compounds. In the first part, the focus will be on structure and
nomenclature of carbon compounds, characteristic organic chemical reactions and their mechanisms. Some synthesis will
be introduced. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of lab each week. Prerequisite: CHE 121
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CHE 202 - ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II (4)
This is the second part of a two-course laboratory sequence investigating organic chemistry. In this portion of the course,
more complex organic chemicals will be discussed, with an emphasis on the chemistry of biological molecules such as
lipids, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids, as well as the organic chemistry of metabolism. Synthesis will be further
developed, and instrumental analysis techniques will be covered. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of lab
each week.
Prerequisite: CHE 201
CHE 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY (1-4)
This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to gain knowledge in a specialized area of interest not otherwise
covered in the curriculum. The subject and its treatment will be derived from consultation between the student(s) and the
instructor. All special topics proposals must be approved by the Academic Dean. Students may not receive more than four
semester hours of Special Topics credit as a part of their program of study.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE (CRJ)
CRJ 111 - INTRO TO CRIMINAL JUSTICE (3)
An introduction into the theory and nature of substantive law, criminal procedure and the court system. Substantive areas
of law include crimes against persons, property, organized crime, drugs, and white collar crimes. Criminal procedures
include search and seizure, arrests, interrogation and other areas of the Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Amendment to the U.S.
CRJ 112 - PRINCIPLES OF LAW ENFORCEMENT (3)
Course examines the principles of organization and administration and the duties of local and state law enforcement
agencies with emphasis on police departments. Topics include: history and philosophy of law enforcement, evaluation of
administrative practices, problems in American law enforcement agencies, emerging concepts, professionalism, and
community crime programs.
CRJ 120 - LEGAL ENVIRONMENT (3)
An introduction to the basic understanding of the relationship of law in the business environment to include the court
system, business ethics, constitutional law, regulatory law, criminal law, contracts, torts, employment relationships and
discrimination, labor laws, and product liability.
CRJ 211 - CONSTITUTIONAL LAW (3)
Criminal Law emphasizes those provisions of the Bill of Rights which pertain to criminal justice. Topics include:
characteristics and powers of the three branches of government, principles governing the operation of the Constitution,
Bill of Rights, and the Constitutional Amendments.
Prerequisite: CRJ 111
EDUCATION (EDU)
EDU 111 - SPEECH (3)
This is a general education course that includes the fundamental principles of oral communication, the selection and
organization of materials and the presentation of speeches. It is designed to provide students with principles and skills in
interpersonal communication, small group discussion, organizational communication, public speaking and mediated
communication (including both mass media and computer-related communication). Emphasis is upon coaching students
through the foundations of human communication.
EDU 211 - INVESTIGATING ISSUES IN EDUCATION (3)
This course engages students in observations, interactions, and analyses of critical and contemporary educational issues.
Students will explore issues influencing the social and political contexts of educational settings in Georgia and the United
States. Students will actively examine the teaching profession from multiple vantage points both within and outside the
school. Against this backdrop, students will reflect on and interpret the meaning of education and schooling in a diverse
culture and examine the moral and ethical responsibilities of teaching in a democracy. The course will include 10 hours of
field experiences.
Prerequisites: Exit or exemption from Learning Support Reading and English.
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EDU 212 - EXPLORING DIVERSITY IN EDUCATION (3)
This course is designed to equip future teachers with the fundamental knowledge of understanding culture and teaching
children from diverse backgrounds. Specifically, this course is designed to examine: (1) the nature and function of culture;
(2) the development of individual and group cultural identity; (3) definitions and implications of diversity; and (4) the
influences of culture on learning, development, and pedagogy. The course will include 10 hours of field experiences.
EDU 213 - EXPLORING LEARNING & TEACHING (3)
This course is designed to explore key aspects of learning and teaching through examining learning processes with the goal
of applying knowledge to enhance the learning of all students in a variety of educational settings and contexts. Field
Experience Required. The course will include 10 hours of field experiences.
EDU 221 - FOUNDATION OF EDUCATION (3)
This course is designed as an introduction to the teaching profession. Emphasis will be placed on the role of the
professional educator, including ethical and effective practice. Additionally, students will examine the social, historical and
philosophical perspective and methods of inquiry used in the analysis of educational issues. Activities utilizing the current
use of technologies in effective teaching will be a course component. Fifteen clock hours of a public school field experience
are required.
Prerequisite: EDU 201
EDU 222 - HUMAN GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT (3)
This course is an introduction to scientific facts and principles that explain human growth and development. Students will
gain knowledge of the teaching process as it evolves from the study of human growth and development, learning and
instruction. Fifteen clock hours of a case study will be required.
Prerequisite: EDU 201
EDU 227 - IDENTIFICATION & INSTRUCTION OF EXCEPTIONAL LEARNERS (3)
This course is an introduction to the wide range of abilities and exceptionalities representative of students in schools and
teaching practices that are effective with these abilities. Current technologies that are directly related to effective teaching
with exceptional learners will be utilized. Fifteen clock hours of a public school field experience with exceptional learners
is required.
Prerequisite: EDU 201
EDU 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS—E-FOLIO ASSESSMENT (1-3)
A combination of instruction and lab activity to complete a working electronic portfolio for assessing student mastery of
skills and knowledge applicable to the profession of teaching.
Prerequisite: ENG 111 and EDU 201
ENGLISH (ENG)
ENG 091 - FOUNDATIONS OF ENGLISH (3)
This course prepares students for college level reading and writing. Using coordinated reading and writing assignments
that help students work with concepts in contexts, students will build competence in grammar, vocabulary, punctuation,
and sentence structure. The student will combine these skill areas with detailed practice in outlining and writing
complete essays. This course requires writing totaling approximately 4,000 words.
Prerequisite: Placement by score and/or examination. Hours will not count toward honors or graduation.
ENG 099 - SUPPORT FOR ENG 111 (1)
This course is designed to provide additional intensive instruction to Learning Support students who are embedded in
the ENG111 “gateway” course. This one-credit-hour course will parallel topics being studied in ENG111 and reinforce
its curriculum.
Prerequisite: Placement by examination. Hours will not count toward honors or graduation.
ENG 111 - ENGLISH COMPOSITION I (3)
This is a course emphasizing all skills required for effective academic writing. Students engage in prewriting, writing, and
revision and are introduced to research skills and different formatting styles. This course requires at least four major
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written compositions, including a persuasive research paper, and additional in-class writing assessments. A minimum
grade of "C" must be attained in order to progress to ENG 112.
ENG 112 - ENGLISH COMPOSITION II (3)
This course emphasizes a further development of the student's writing and research skills and requires students to
interpret and evaluate significant literature in all genres. This course requires at least four major written compositions,
including a literary research paper.
Prerequisite: ENG 111
ENG 121 - WORLD LITERATURE I (3)
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the masters of world literature and their more significant works,
beginning with ancient times to the mid-17
th
Century. This course requires at least three major written compositions,
including a literary research paper.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 and ENG 112
ENG 122 - WORLD LITERATURE II (3)
This course begins with the literature of the mid-17
th
Century to the modern era, emphasizing the ideas and movements
that have shaped the modern world. This course requires at least three major written compositions, including a literary
research paper.
Prerequisite: English 111 and 112
ENG 123 - AMERICAN LITERATURE (3)
This course is a survey of major American writers. This course requires at least three major written compositions,
including a literary research paper.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 and ENG 112
ENG 120 - LITERARY MAGAZINE (1)
Practical experience in editing and publishing the literary magazine, Spire Light, is the focus of this course.
ENG 127 - BRITISH LITERATURE I (3)
This course surveys British writers from the Old English period through the Renaissance. This course requires at least
three major written compositions, including a literary research paper.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 and ENG 112
ENG 128 - BRITISH LITERATURE II (3)
This course surveys British writers from the Romantic Age to the current day. This course requires at least three major
written compositions, including a literary research paper.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 and ENG 112
ENG 206 - INTRODUCTION TO MEDIA WRITING (3)
In this course, students will learn the crafts of media writing (journalism, public relations, advertising, etc.) and apply
what they learn by editing and broadcasting / publishing their reports (through writing, filming, interviewing, and/or
photographing) academic and athletic events at Andrew College. Students also will learn and develop essential writing
skills and professional habits that lead to successful careers in media.
ENG 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study.
These courses may vary yearly.
ENG 265 - TUTORING PRACTICUM (1)
This course trains students for peer tutoring in Andrew’s Interdisciplinary Writing and Reading Center. Students learn
best practices for conducting tutoring consultations, working with a variety of students, and tutoring writing and reading
in the disciplines. Interpersonal communication skills, writing and reading processes, global and local writing concerns,
and documentation across disciplines (including MLA and APA formats) are also emphasized.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in or completion of ENG 111 or 112 with at least a B average and a written (email) recommendation from at
least one Andrew faculty member.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGE(S)
Students who have reached a satisfactory level of foreign language proficiency will be exempt from one or two courses of a foreign language upon
the recommendation of the instructor.
SPANISH (SPA)
SPA 101 - ELEMENTARY SPANISH I (3)
This course is designed to give students a firm foundation in the Spanish language. Special stress is given to vocabulary
and oral practice in the language laboratory.
SPA 102 - ELEMENTARY SPANISH II (3)
This course is a continuation of Spanish 101.
Prerequisite: SPA 101
HEALTH & EDUCATION (HED)
HED 115 - HEALTH AND FIRST AID (3)
This course deals with current health issues including drugs, birth control, sexually transmitted diseases, and mental and
physical health maintenance and first aid.
HED 221 - INTRO TO ATHLETIC TRAINING (3)
This course provides basic information concerning the required competencies for the National Athletic Trainers
Association Certification in athletic training.
HED 230 - PREVENT & CARE OF ATHLETIC INJURIES (3)
The course will provide athletic trainers and exercise science majors with the basic knowledge of physical activity-related
injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
HED 240 - SPORTS NUTRITION AND FITNESS (3)
This course teaches students the nutrients that the body needs and how these nutrients serve as building blocks for
performance. The course covers the specifics of nutrition and fitness as it relates to both men and women.
HISTORY (HIS)
HIS 101 - SURVEY OF WORLD CIVILIZATION I (3)
This is an introductory level course in the development of world civilizations to 1500 C.E. It is designed to give the student
an overview of the rise of human civilization from its origins to the dawn of the “modern” age.
HIS 102 - SURVEY OF WORLD CIVILIZATION II (3)
This is an introductory level course in the development of world civilizations since 1500 C.E. This course focuses on the
key political, intellectual, scientific, social, economic, and cultural changes that occurred in world civilization from 1500
to the present.
HIS 105 - UNITED STATES HISTORY TO 1865 (3)
This course surveys American history from the age of exploration and colonization through the Civil War. Special attention
is given to Georgia’s role during this period of history. This course satisfies the U.S. History and Georgia History
requirements.
HIS 106 - UNITED STATES HISTORY SINCE 1865 (3)
This course surveys American history from Reconstruction to the present day. Special attention is given to Georgia's role
during this period of history. This course satisfies the U.S. History and Georgia History requirements.
HIS 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
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HUMANITIES (HUM)
HUM 121 - SURVEY OF THE HUMANITIES ANCIENT-MEDIEVAL (3)
This is an interdisciplinary survey of thought, values and arts of culture from the Greeks through the Middle Ages.
Prerequisites: ENG 111 or approval of the instructor.
HUM 122 - SURVEY OF THE HUMANITIES RENAISSANCE 20
TH
CENTURY (3)
An interdisciplinary survey of thought, values and arts of culture from the Renaissance to the present are presented in this
course.
Prerequisite: ENG111 and HUM 121 or approval of the instructor.
HUM 137 - FOREIGN STUDIES AND TRAVEL SEMINAR (3)
This course presents students with an opportunity to travel in a number of selected foreign countries for a period of three
weeks. It is designed to provide learning opportunities and enrichment experience in history, geography, and the
humanities. Learning activities will include orientation sessions, seminars, visits to museums and historical sites. The tour
will be under the supervision of an experienced college faculty advisor.
HUM 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (IFS)
IFS 150 - INTRO TO COMPUTER APPLICATIONS (3)
This is an introduction to computer systems examining their development and use in the professional world. Emphasis
will be given to terminology, the understanding of file management techniques, word processing, web page creation,
spreadsheet applications and database management.
IFS 201 - INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING (4)
This is an introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming emphasizing problem solving, development of
algorithms and structured programs using modern programming techniques. Simple data types, arithmetic and logic
operators, selection structures, repetition structures, text files, arrays, and procedural abstraction and software design are
included. This course involves extensive programming activities and consists of three hours of lecture and two hours of
lab per week.
Prerequisite: IFS 150
IFS 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
MATHEMATICS (MAT)
MAT 081 - FOUNDATIONS OF MATH I (3)
This course is designed to prepare students for college level mathematics. Topics will include: real-number concepts,
linear equations in one variable, problem solving involving linear, integral exponents, graphing linear equations, rational
expressions, integral and rational exponents, solving rational and radical equations, problem solving involving linear
equations, rational equations, and systems of equations in two variables, and writing equations of lines.
Prerequisite: Placement by examination. Hours will not count toward honors or graduation.
MAT 091 - FOUNDATIONS OF MATH II (3)
This course is designed to prepare students for college level mathematics. Topics will include: problem solving involving
linear or factorable quadratic equations as models, factoring, integral exponents, graphing linear and quadratic equations
in two variables, rational expressions, function notation, integral and rational exponents, solving quadratic equations,
solving rational and radical equations, problem solving involving linear equations, rational equations, and quadratic
equation. Hours will not count toward honors or graduation.
Prerequisite: MAT 081 or placement by examination.
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MAT 099 - ACCELERATED FOUNDATIONS OF MATH II (1)
This course is designed to prepare students for college level mathematics and is taught concurrently with MAT 111.
Topics will include: problem solving involving linear or factorable quadratic equations as models, factoring, integral
exponents, graphing linear and quadratic equations in two variables, rational expressions, function notation, integral and
rational exponents, solving quadratic equations, solving rational and radical equations, problem solving involving linear
equations, rational equations, and quadratic equations. Hours will not count toward honors or graduation.
Prerequisite: Placement by examination.
MAT 101 - MATHEMATICAL MODELING (3)
Math Modeling is a course designed for Liberal Arts and other non-mathematics and non-science majors. This course
emphasizes an appreciation of the art, history, and applications of mathematics. Topics may include, but are not limited
to: Sets, Logic, Number Theory, Measurement, Geometric Concepts, and an introduction to Probability and Statistics.
This course uses reasoning in the context of everyday life experiences and emphasizes processing information
analytically.
Prerequisite: Completion of MAT 091 or placement by examination.
MAT 111 - COLLEGE ALGEBRA (3)
This course provides an in-depth study of the properties of algebraic functions as needed for calculus. Emphasis is on
using algebraic and graphical techniques for solving problems involving linear, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational,
polynomial functions.
Prerequisite: Placement by examination.
MAT 113 - PRECALCULUS TRIGONOMETRY (3)
This course focuses on the study of trigonometry, including circular functions, triangle trigonometry, trigonometric
equations and identities, inverse trigonometric functions, and exponential and logarithmic functions. Selected topics from
algebra are reviewed and extended. This course is designed to prepare students for calculus, algebra-based physics, and
related technical subjects.
Prerequisites: MAT 111 or concurrent enrollment in MAT 111
MAT 201 - INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS (3)
This is a course in descriptive and inferential statistics. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, normal
distribution, sampling distributions, estimating the value of a parameter, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression.
A graphing calculator is required.
Prerequisites: MAT 101, MAT 111 or MAT 113
MAT 202 - CALCULUS & ANALYTIC GEOMETRY I (4)
This course includes the study of the derivative and its applications, limits and continuity, anti-differentiation, the definite
integral, and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. Algebraic, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions are
studied.
Prerequisite: MAT 113
MAT 203 - CALCULUS AND ANALYTIC GEOMETRY II (4)
This course includes the study of techniques of integration, applications of the definite integral, an introduction to
differential equations, polar graphs, and power series.
Prerequisites: MAT 202
MAT 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-4)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
MUSIC (MUS)
The Music department offers courses that serve three purposes:
1. to increase the appreciation of music;
2. to provide a course of study for students with a musical background who wish further study in music; and
3. to provide for the students accepted into the program of study in music the technical training necessary to transfer into
a Bachelor of Music program.
Prerequisite for Study:
All students desiring to enter the program of study in music must have an audition-interview with the music faculty.
Students must meet the minimum proficiency requirements in order to be admitted into the program. Students who do
not meet minimum proficiency requirements must pass Music 091 with a grade of C or higher in order to take Music 111.
All music program students taking music theory courses must pass each with a grade of C or higher in order to take the
next level of music theory.
Additional Requirements:
Since music is a performance art, much emphasis is placed on the active participation of both listener and performer.
Therefore, all students in this program of study must take applied music each semester, attend required seminars, and
attend all professional and student recitals on campus. All students taking applied music may be required, at the request
of their instructor, to appear in at least one recital performance per semester.
Additionally, all students in this program of study must perform a public recital of at least thirty minutes duration. Students
must perform a recital hearing before the entire music faculty at least two weeks prior to their public recital.
MUS 100 - MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS (3)
An introduction for prospective music program students with limited background to the rudiments of music theory.
Basic concepts of music triads, chord writing, and elementary part writing are the focus of this course. Hours will not
count toward honors or graduation.
MUS 101 - AURAL SKILLS I (1)
The beginning study of sight singing, keyboard harmony, and ear training.
Co-requisite for music majors: MUS 111.
MUS 102 - AURAL SKILLS II (1)
The continuation of beginning study of sight singing, keyboard harmony, and ear training.
Co-requisite for music majors: MUS 112; Prerequisite: MUS 101.
MUS 111 - MUSIC THEORY I (3)
This is the study of diatonic harmony through writing and analysis.
Co-requisite for music majors: MUS 101.
MUS 112 - MUSIC THEORY II (3)
The continued study of diatonic harmony through writing and analysis.
Co-requisite for music majors: MUS 102; Prerequisite: MUS 111.
MUS 117 - CHORALIERS (1)
A choral group open to the entire student body. Smaller vocal chamber groups are formed as needed from within the
Choraliers. Public performances on campus and at other locations will be scheduled each semester. Required of all
choral scholarship students. This course may be repeated for credit.
MUS 119/219 - JAZZ ENSEMBLE (1)
The jazz ensemble focuses on the performance of music in the jazz and commercial idioms. Emphasis is placed on the
performance of written music and improvisation. This ensemble performs music of varied genres such as: swing, bebop,
fusion, funk, latin, soul, and pop. Admission by audition and/or instructor approval.
MUS 123 - MUSIC APPRECIATION (3)
This is an introduction, for non-program students, to the music of Western civilization from the Middle Ages to the
present.
MUS 136 - MUSICAL (1)
This is a course designed for students to obtain practical experience in the college's spring musical.
MUS 160 - GROUP VOICE (2)
This course is beginning instruction of the fundamentals of vocal production in a laboratory setting.
MUS 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
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APPLIED MUSIC
Private lessons in voice, keyboard, woodwinds, brass, guitar and percussion are taught as applied music at Andrew. The student is required to
practice from 6 to 12 hours per week for each lesson. All applied music students are required to attend studio classes, seminars, and recitals as
scheduled.
MUS 161, 171 - SECONDARY APPLIED INSTRUMENT (1)
These courses are beginning instruction, with emphasis on music reading and elementary techniques. One semester hour
of credit, one 25-minute lesson per week; open to all students as elective credit, secondary instrument credit for music
program students. Students are required to practice six hours per week. Instead of private instruction, the faculty may
offer class instruction.
MUS 162, 172, 262, 272 - PRIMARY APPLIED INSTRUMENT (2)
These courses provide private instruction for music program students. Two semester credit hours, one (1) fifty
minute lesson per week; primary instrument credit for music program students, a minimum of twelve hours per week of
practice.
CHURCH MUSIC (MUC)
MUC 101 - CHURCH MUSIC SELECTED TOPICS (1)
As part of the Church Music Certificate program, the student must complete at least two courses in selected topics
Church Music. Seminar topics include hymnology, music for the liturgical year, philosophy and use of music, theology
and history of music.
MUC 102 - MUSIC AND WORSHIP (1)
This course will offer the student practical experience in the leading of music in congregational worship.
MUC 103 - INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING (1)
This course will introduce the student to fundamentals of conducting.
MUC 104 - LEADING CHILDREN'S AND YOUTH CHOIRS (1)
This course will acquaint the student with the special needs and rehearsal techniques of children's and youth choirs.
Prerequisite: MUC 103.
MUC 105 - LEADING ADULT CHOIRS (1)
This course will acquaint the student with the special needs and rehearsal techniques of adult choirs.
Prerequisite: MUC 103.
NURSING (NUR)
NUR 105 – FOUNDATIONS OF NURSING (4-9-7)
This course is an introduction to the practice of professional nursing through lecture, laboratory, simulations, and clinical
experiences. The course focuses on learning about patient needs, with an introduction to concepts of health promotion,
infection control, gerontological nursing, pain management, sleep management, culture, and death and dying.
The course focuses on practicing introductory nursing skills, nursing math and basic pharmacology, and applying those
skills and concepts in clinical experiences. Instructional methods introduce students to the competencies essential to
nursing practice: caring, civility, communication, culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient
safety, and basic nursing practice. Clinical opportunities are specific to the adult population in acute and long-term care
facilities.
Prerequisite: BIO 123, Co-Requisites: BIO 124, ENG 111, MAT 111.
NUR 110 – NURSING CARE OF ADULTS I (4-6-6)
This course is the first in a series of nursing courses designed as a comprehensive plan to encompass the competencies of
caring, civility, communication, culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and nursing
practice. Nursing Care of Adults I emphasizes the application of the competencies in medical/surgical settings. Content
will focus on the circulatory, respiratory, integumentary, sensorineural, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, and gastrointestinal
systems. Other topics discussed will include rehabilitative and operative nursing care. Pharmacological and nutritional
aspects of disease processes discussed with appropriate nursing actions and interventions will also be incorporated. Clinical
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experiences are specific to the adult population in a variety of health care settings and may incorporate simulation
laboratory.
Prerequisite: NUR 105; Co-Requisites: ENG 112, NUR 115, PSY 121.
NUR 115 – MENTAL HEALTH NURSING (2-6-4)
This course is designed to demonstrate an understanding of the role of the entry-level nurse in mental health settings with
emphasis on the competencies of caring, civility, communication, culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary
collaboration, patient safety, and nursing practice. Topics to be covered include current theories and practice, patient-care
relationship development, social and emotional concerns, cultural concerns and mental health disorders. Pharmacological
and nutritional aspects of mental health disorders with appropriate nursing actions and interventions will also be
incorporated. Clinical experiences are specific to mental health issues across the lifespan and may incorporate simulation
laboratory.
Prerequisite: NUR 105; Co-Requisites: NUR 110, PSY 121
NUR 205 – NURSING CARE OF ADULTS II (4-6-6)
This course is a continuation of the study and application of nursing with emphasis on the competencies of caring,
civility, communication, culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and nursing practice.
Nursing Care of Adults II emphasizes the application of the competencies in medical/surgical settings. Content will
focus on oncology, hematology, endocrinology, reproduction, infectious disease, immunology and neurology.
Pharmacological and nutritional aspects of disease processes discussed with appropriate nursing actions and
interventions will also be incorporated. Clinical experiences are specific to the adult population in a variety of health care
settings and may incorporate simulation laboratory.
Prerequisites: NUR 110, NUR 115
NUR 210 – MATERNAL CHILD NURSING (4-6-6)
This course builds on the application of the content from Foundations of Nursing and Nursing Care of Adults I and II.
This course focuses on the nursing care of the childbearing family with emphasis on the competencies of caring, civility,
communication, culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and nursing practice. The
normal and complicated pregnancy and the care of the mother, infant and of children from birth to adolescence and the
family are discussed. Principles of growth and development are incorporated as well as pharmacological and nutritional
aspects of the childbearing family. Clinical experiences are provided in both acute care and community based settings and
may incorporate simulation laboratory.
Prerequisite: NUR 205; Co-Requisites: NUR 215, BIO 227
NUR 215 – CURRENT TRENDS AND ISSUES IN NURSING (2-0-2)
This course explores historical, ethical, legal, political, and social issues affecting health care. Topics focusing on
professionalism are studied including but not limited to licensure, membership in nursing organizations and continued
education in nursing. The competencies presented in each previous course including caring, civility, communication,
culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and nursing practice are emphasized to the role
of the graduate nurse.
Pre-requisite: NUR 205; Co-Requisites: NUR 210, BIO 227
NUR 220 – NURSING CARE OF ADULTS III (2-12-6)
This course is the final course in the nursing curriculum sequence. This course emphasizes transition to the role of graduate
nurse and focuses on care of groups of seriously ill patients. The competencies presented in each previous course including
caring, civility, communication, culture, diversity, leadership, multidisciplinary collaboration, patient safety, and nursing
practice are emphasized. Other major topics include emergency care, intensive care, and disaster nursing. Pharmacological
and nutritional aspects of disease process will also be incorporated. Clinical experiences are in a variety of health care
settings involving patients across the lifespan and may incorporate simulation laboratory. Prerequisites: NUR 215, NUR 210
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PED)
The primary purpose of physical education at Andrew College is to offer a variety of courses which have basic fitness value, and
leisure time or recreational values that contribute to the ultimate attainment of the physically, mentally, and socially integrated,
effective individual.
All students are required to take one (1) credit hour of physical education from any area of the following
concentrations.
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AREA I: WELLNESS
PED 101 - WELLNESS (1)
This course will provide an overview of information that can start you on the path to fitness and wellness by helping you
create and follow a healthy lifestyle.
AREA II: FITNESS AND CONDITIONING
PED 110 - BASIC CONDITIONING (1)
Introduce students to fitness and healthy lifestyles. The course is designed to provide students with knowledge of
cardiovascular endurance, body composition, nutrition, and weight management. The class also teaches students how to
use cardiovascular equipment and overall weights in a weight room. Students will partake in fitness exercises of all types.
PED 111 - WALK/JOG FOR LIFE (1)
The course is an introduction to proper walk/jog methods and techniques to help lead a healthy active lifestyle.
PED 114 - YOGA (1)
This course is designed to meet the interest of students who desire to participate in and develop increased health, body
awareness, and balance. This course will introduce and develop strength and flexibility through the practice of Hatha Yoga.
Students will learn basic poses with appropriate modifications, Sanskrit terminology as well as the English version and the
meditative aspects of Yoga.
PED 115 - AEROBICS (1)
This course will provide an overview of information that can start you on the path to fitness and wellness by helping you
create and follow a healthy lifestyle through aerobics.
PED 118 - WEIGHT TRAINING (1)
The course is an introduction to proper weight training techniques.
AREA III: TEAM SPORTS
PED 122 - BASKETBALL (1)
Instruction for all levels of skill in the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis upon the development and improvement of
total fitness, skill and general knowledge about basketball for leisure time use.
PED 123 - SOFTBALL (1)
This course is for students interested in learning the basics of softball. Basic rules, skills, terminology, and strategy will be
covered. This is an activity course designed to give students experience playing softball.
PED 124 - VOLLEYBALL (1)
This course is for students interested in learning the basics of volleyball. Basic rules, skills, terminology, and strategy will
be covered. This is an activity course designed to give students experience playing volleyball.
PED 126 - SOCCER (1)
The course is an introduction to proper rules and techniques of soccer.
AREA IV: INDIVIDUAL/COMBATIVE SPORTS
PED 130 - RACQUETBALL (1)
The course is an introduction to racquetball.
PED 134 - BADMINTON (1)
The course is an introduction to badminton.
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PED 138 - TENNIS (1)
The course is an introduction to proper rules and techniques of tennis.
PED 175 - SWIMMING (1)
The course is an introduction to proper rules and techniques of swimming.
VARSITY SPORTS:
Student-athletes will get one (1) hour P.E. credit for participating in a varsity sport, provided their
participation is for (2) two seasons. The credit will be given at the end of their second season. The
one (1) hour credit would apply to the individual or team sport area that is appropriate.
PED 182 - BASEBALL
PED 183 - BASKETBALL
PED 185 - GOLF
PED 186 - SOCCER
PED 188 - SOFTBALL
PED 192 - VOLLEYBALL
PED 220 – INTRO. TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION (3)
This course gives the student an insight into the foundations of physical education. An introduction to career possibilities
helps to prepare the students for professional service in all area of physical education. Biological, physiological and
sociological principles are stressed.
PED 230 – INTRO. TO SPORTS MANAGEMENT (3)
This course will be designed to give the student an introduction to the different aspects of organizing and managing the
administrative duties in the various categories of sports management.
PHYSICS (PHY)
PHY 100 - PHYSICAL SCIENCE (4)
This course is an introduction to the concepts of physical science, astronomy and current space exploration. Topics include
mechanics, heat, light, sound and the structure and evolution of the universe. A minimal mathematical treatment is used.
This course is primarily designed for non-science majors. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory
each week.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAT 091, MAT 111 preferred.
PHY 111 - ASTRONOMY (4)
Astronomy is an introductory astronomy course for non-science majors. An understanding of basic algebra will be
beneficial for this course. This course is designed to give an overview of the varying phenomena in our universe. Some of
the topics covered will be the history of astronomy, structure of our solar system, and the formation of our Sun, other
stars, planets, satellites, comets, asteroids, and meteors. It is a 4-hour course consisting of the 3 hours of lecture and one
2-hour laboratory session each week.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAT 091, MAT 111 preferred.
PHY 201 - INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS I (4)
This is the first of a two-course laboratory science sequence that introduces the student to the basic principles of
mechanics, heat and thermodynamics and wave motion with emphasis on theory and application to practical problems.
There are three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAT 113
PHY 202 - INTRODUCTORY PHYSICS II (4)
This is the second of a two-course laboratory sequence that introduces the student to the basic principles of electricity and
magnetism, light and optics, relativity, atomic physics, nuclear physics and solid state physics with emphasis on theory and
application to practical problems. There are three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory each week.
Prerequisite: PHY 201
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PHY 211 - PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS I (4)
This is the first of a two-semester sequence that introduces fundamental topics in calculus and physics in a cohesive fashion
and is recommended for physics and engineering majors. The subject matter in PHY211 involves mechanics and
thermal physics using calculus. The topics covered include: Newton’s laws, conservation of momentum, energy, and
angular momentum, rotational dynamics, gravitation, fluids, oscillations, waves, and thermal physics.
Prerequisite or Co-requisite: MAT 202
PHY 212 - PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS II (4)
This is the second of a two-semester calculus-based introductory physics sequence, and is recommended for physics and
engineering majors. The topics covered include: electric and magnetic fields, electric circuits, Faraday’s Law, Maxwell’s
Equations, electromagnetic waves, light, geometric optics, diffraction, and selected topics from modern physics including
relativity, quantum mechanics, and nuclear physics.
Prerequisite: PHY 211; Pre or Co-requisite: MAT 203
PHY 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHYSICS (1-4)
This course is designed to offer students an opportunity to gain knowledge in a specialized area of interest not otherwise
covered in the curriculum. The subject and its treatment will be derived from consultation between the student(s) and
the instructor. All special topics proposals must be approved by the Academic Dean. Students may not receive more
than four semester hours of Special Topics credit as a part of their program of study.
Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
POLITICAL SCIENCE (POS)
POS 111 - GOV. OF THE UNITED STATES (3)
This is a study of the federal government of the United States with its historical background, the constitutional principles
involved in our federal form of government, and analysis of the powers and functions of the Legislative, Executive and
Judicial branches. The state government is studied through the use of the Georgia Constitution.
POS 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
PSYCHOLOGY (PSY)
PSY 121 - INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY (3)
This course introduces students to a scientific study of human behavior and cognition. The major areas of interest within
psychology are examined. A community service learning component is required to expose the student to the practical
aspects of the discipline, along with the academic nature of psychology.
PSY 202 - HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT (3)
This course examines the physical, cognitive, social, moral, and behavioral development of students throughout a
lifetime. A community service learning component is required to enhance the student’s professional development.
PSY 204 - THEORIES OF PERSONALITY (3)
This course introduces students to major classical and contemporary theories of personality. Students are introduced to
personality research, assessment techniques, and the application of specific theories.
PSY 207 - RESEARCH METHODS IN PSYCHOLOGY (3)
This course introduces students to methods used in psychological research. Students learn to read professional material,
use various scientific methods, accurately interpret data, and write formal research papers. Students will develop and
conduct independent research projects.
PSY 225 - PSYCHOLOGY OF ADJUSTMENT (3)
This course addresses common problems in daily adjustment, including an analysis of productive and nonproductive
coping strategies and techniques which facilitate mental fitness. Extensive self-assessment is utilized.
Prerequisite: PSY 121
PSY 227 - ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY (3)
This course examines major psychological disorders, their symptoms, theories about how disorders originate,
prevention, and treatment.
Prerequisite: PSY 121
PSY 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Selected topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study.
These courses may vary yearly.
SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE (RAG)
RAG 100 - INTRODUCTION TO REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE (3)
This course provides an introduction to regional and global issues in agriculture today, with a broad overview of
conventional and alternative agricultural production practices. A basis for regenerative agriculture and sustainable farming
is considered in this course in terms of agricultural mitigation and environmental restoration while promoting the efficient
production of commodities with improved quality. Students will explore the role of communities, consumer markets,
natural resources, environmental impacts and scientific/technological innovations which sustain resilient agricultural and
food-based systems for the long term. A scientific methodology and knowledge of regenerative agriculture will be
developed through this course with an aim to effectively feed a growing human population while restoring ecosystem
health.
RAG 105 - NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION (3)
This course provides a fundamental basis for natural resource conservation within a regenerative agricultural context in
terms of agronomic, environmental, water and soil science. Students will develop a scientific understanding of the
interaction between agricultural operations and the surrounding ecosystem through agro-ecological management practices
including biological weed control, integrated pest management, restorative agroforestry systems and precision agriculture.
Focus will be given to holistic, systems-based management and socially-conscious land use practices for sustainable
farming ecosystems which provide healthy food sources, optimal yields, minimal economic losses and safe farming
environments.
RAG 200 - PLANT SCIENCE AND CROP PRODUCTION (3)
This course involves a study of fundamental plant science and crop production with a focus on regenerative field
operations and sustainable post-harvest management strategies. Students will investigate the basic principles and
applications of crop production (i.e., growth, utilization, development, management, cultural practices) in the Southeastern
United States while exploring relevant topics in botany that affect plant growth (i.e., physiology, environmental factors).
Basic plant science applications for feed and fiber use are integrated into regenerative agriculture, horticulture, forestry and
natural history contexts, while emerging issues in fresh produce (i.e., safety standards, consumer health, latent damage,
pre-harvest conditions) are further developed. The logistics of fruit and vegetable handling are also addressed in terms of
various factors associated with the management of the overall supply chain (i.e., weather, quality control, consumer habits,
economic impacts).
Prerequisite(s): RAG 100
RAG 205 - ANIMAL SCIENCE AND PRODUCTION (3)
This course provides an overview of the influence and contributions of animal production and the associated commodities
to human welfare and the environment, with a focus in breeding, feeding and managing various production areas (i.e., beef
and dairy cattle, swine, sheep, goat, poultry). A comprehensive, science-based approach to managing animals for these
food and fiber industries will be presented while students examine the biological principles, scientific relationships and
various management practices for all production stages from conception to consumption. This introduction to the
fundamental aspects of animal science includes an overview of categorical production fields and various nutrition and
management strategies, as well as, processing systems for poultry and meat production. Prerequisite(s): RAG 100
RAG 237 - AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT & AGRIBUSINESS (3)
This course offers an introductory study of various farm management topics with a broad overview of crop and animal
production within conventional and regenerative agricultural contexts. Students are introduced to basic economic and
business management concepts for farming operations including agribusiness economics (i.e., costs, supply, revenue,
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profit, supply, demand) and equipment management (i.e., structures, power, machinery). Students will investigate farm-
scale production economics and farm business plans with regards to basic microeconomic and macroeconomic principles
while emphasizing natural, human and capital resources. The links between farms, financial institutions, agribusinesses,
world markets, government programs, food marketing and the environment will be explored while assessing the
management performance, financial progress and financial condition of various sustainable farming enterprises with
particular relevance to agriculture in the Southeastern United States.
Prerequisite(s): RAG 100
RAG 250 - SUPERVISED INTERNSHIP (3)
This course represents an integrated farming practicum or internship within an agricultural or forestry based program.
Students are expected to satisfactorily complete an immersive 12-week program which requires the application of
foundational knowledge in regenerative agriculture. Most internship and apprenticeship programs typically have a focus
in holistic land stewardship and animal welfare while students gain diverse hands-on experience in a variety of farm
management systems (i.e., production, processing, administration). Fields of focus may include animal (i.e., cattle, sheep,
goat, rabbit, hog, poultry, egg) and crop (i.e., fruit, vegetable) production, as well as, farm management (i.e., construction,
carpentry, power, machinery) and natural resource conservation (i.e., pastures, forestry, water, soil). Educational support
will be developed through field reports and discussions within the academic program.
Prerequisite(s): RAG 100 and RAG 200 or 205.
RELIGION/PHILOSOPHY (RPH)
RPH 101 - INTRODUCTION TO RELIGION (3)
This course is an examination of religious experience, giving special attention to its social, psychological and ethical
dimensions.
RPH 111 - RELIGION OF THE OLD TESTAMENT (3)
This course is a study of the cultural background, formation, diversity and content of the Old Testament traditions.
RPH 112 - RELIGION OF THE NEW TESTAMENT (3)
This course is a study of the cultural background, formation, diversity and content of the New Testament traditions.
RPH 113 - WORLD RELIGIONS (3)
This course is a study of the history and beliefs of the major living religions of the world, emphasizing their historical
evolution and current character.
RPH 121 - INTRO TO WESTERN PHILOSOPHICAL THOUGHT (3)
This course is a study of the major issues in the development of western philosophy and their significance to contemporary
culture.
Prerequisite: ENG 111
RPH 122 - INTRO TO WESTERN RELIGIOUS THOUGHT (3)
This course is a study of the development of Judaism, Christianity and Islam, their relation to one another and their impact
on the contemporary culture.
RPH 123 - INTRODUCTION TO CHRISTIAN ETHICS (3)
This course is a study of the development of ethical theory as it applies to current issues.
RPH 237 - SPECIAL TOPICS (1-3)
Special topics courses are for the student with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses may vary yearly.
RESPIRATORY THERAPY (RES)
RES 105 - INTRODUCTION TO RESPIRATORY THERAPY (3-0-3)
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This course introduces the student to the practice of respiratory therapy from professional, historical, and ethical-legal
perspectives. Content includes: medical terminology, drug calculations, a review of respiratory anatomy, patient
assessment, data documentation, and an evaluation of diagnostic studies as they relate to cardiopulmonary issues.
Prerequisite: BIO 123, ENG 111; Co-Requisites: RES 110, MAT 111, PSY 121
RES 110 - RESPIRATORY THERAPY TECHNIQUES I (3-3-4)
This course introduces the student to the care of patients requiring respiratory therapy and the establishment and
monitoring of equipment. Basic body fluid precautions, asepsis, and isolation techniques are taught. Beginning level
therapist skills of administering medical gases, aerosols, and spirometry are presented. Patient care skills are practiced in
laboratory or a simulation setting.
Prerequisite: BIO 123, ENG 111; Co-Requisites: RES 105, MAT 111, PSY 121
RES 115 - RESPIRATORY THERAPY TECHNIQUES II (3-3-4)
This course presents didactic material related to cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology. Patient care involving
the intermediate skills of airway management, endotracheal intubation, humidity, and medicated aerosol administration is
taught. These skills are practiced in laboratory or a simulated setting.
Prerequisite: RES 105, RES 110; Co-Requisites: CHE 121, BIO 124
RES 120 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM I (1-6-3)
This course exposes students to the respiratory therapy non-critical patients in a variety of selected clinical settings. The
student will be required to demonstrate the mastery of oxygen delivery, humidity, aerosol, spirometry, chest
physiotherapy, postural drainage, suctioning, arterial blood gas acquisition and equipment management and cleaning.
Prerequisite: RES 115; Co-Requisites: BIO 227, RPH 111
RES 125 - CARDIOPULMONARY PHYSIOLOGY (3-0-3)
This course introduces the student to normal and abnormal cardiopulmonary structure and function. Gas transport,
ventilation, acid-base balance, circulation, cardio-electrophysiology, and hemodynamic monitoring will be explored.
Prerequisite: RES 120; Co-Requisites: RES 205, RES 210, EDU 111
RES 205 - CARDIOPULMONARY DISEASES AND TREATMENT (3-0-3)
This course will examine selected cardiopulmonary diseases. Each condition will be studied from the standpoint of
etiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, treatment, and prognosis. The study of appropriate pharmacologic agents will be
included in discussions regarding treatment.
Prerequisite: RES 120; Co-Requisites: RES 125, RES 210, EDU 111
RES 210 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM II (0-9-3)
This course introduces the student to the care of critically ill patients. Skills related to arterial blood gas draws and
analysis, chest physiotherapy, and hyperinflation therapy will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: RES 120; Co-Requisites: RES 125, RES 220, EDU 111
RES 215 - MECHANICAL VENTILATION (2-3-3)
This course presents the basis for invasive and non-invasive mechanical ventilation and airway management techniques.
Emphasis is placed on care of the patient on the ventilator, as well as selection, set-up, maintenance, complications, and
discontinuation of equipment. Initiation, management, and discontinuation of artificial airways and mechanical
ventilation will be studied and practiced in laboratory or a simulation setting.
Prerequisite: RES 125, RES 205, RES 210; Co-Requisites: RES 220, RES 225, RES 230
RES 220 - NEONATAL AND PEDIATRIC RESPIRATORY THERAPY (3-6-5)
This course focuses on the adaptation of principles of Respiratory Therapy to neonatal and pediatric populations. Age
and disease specific treatments are studied, as well as mechanical ventilation of these groups. Clinical experiences in
Neonatal Intensive Care Units and Pediatric Intensive Care Units are included in this course.
Prerequisite: RES 125, RES 205, RES 210; Co-Requisites: RES 215, RES 225, RES 230
RES 225 - CLINICAL PRACTICUM III (0-15-5)
This course emphasizes care of the critically ill adult in intensive care settings. Students will be required to manage all
aspects of patients’ respiratory therapy under supervision. Additionally, students will be familiarized with pulmonary
function studies and sleep studies.
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Prerequisite: RES 125, RES 205, RES 210; Co-Requisites: RES 215, RES 220, RES 230
RES 230 - PREPARATION FOR PRACTICE (1-0-1)
This course informs the students of the structure and function of the NBRC, CoARC, the state Medical Boards,
professional organizations, etc. A condensed review, mock examinations, and simulations are presented to prepare the
student for their entry level and advanced examinations.
Prerequisite: RES 125, RES 205, RES 210; Co-Requisites: RES 215, RES 220, RES 225
SERVANT LEADERSHIP (STL)
STL 101 - BASIC LEADERSHIP (2)
This course is designed to provide emerging and existing leaders the opportunity to explore the concept of leadership and
to develop and improve their leadership skills. Students will begin to examine their own beliefs about leaders, leadership,
and themselves. This course integrates readings from the humanities, experiential exercises, films, and contemporary
readings on leadership.
Requisite: Acceptance into the Servant Leadership Program
STL 102 - CONCEPTS OF SERVANT LEADERSHIP (2)
This course examines the concepts of servant leadership. The course will enable students to understand critical
developmental issues for college students and to develop their own personal vision in terms of servant leadership. This
course focuses on the moral and ethical responsibilities of leadership.
Prerequisite: STL 101
STL 103 - COMMUNICATION IN LEADERSHIP (2)
This course explores the role of communication in leadership. Student will begin to develop skills for authentic
communication.
Prerequisite: STL 102
STL 104 - SERVANT LEADERSHIP AND POWER (2)
This course explores the meanings of coercion, manipulation, and persuasion. Students examine sources of credibility,
logical argument, and emotional appeal. The course integrates readings from the humanities.
Prerequisite: STL 102
SOCIOLOGY (SOC)
SOC 121 - INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGY (3)
This course is an overview of sociology, including basic concepts, theoretical approaches, and methods of sociology, and
provides a general analysis of human social behavior, including culture, social structure, organization, and social
institutions.
SOC 122 - CONTEMPORARY SOCIAL PROBLEMS (3)
This course explores contemporary social problems. Students are introduced to a sociological approach to the causes,
consequences, and social construction of social problems.
Prerequisite: Sociology 121
THEATRE (THE)
THE 100 - VOICE AND DICTION (3)
An application of the International Phonetic Alphabet’s vowel and consonant symbolization, breath control, vocal
relaxation, posture, enunciation, and resonance to students’ production of Standard American Speech.
THE 113 - BASIC TECHNICAL THEATRE (3)
This course introduces students to fundamentals of technical theatre providing an understanding of the processes of
production and the skills necessary to operate basic technical equipment.
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THE 120 - THEATRE PRACTICUM (1)
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of production offering experience in processes of production.
THE 123 - THEATRE APPRECIATION (3)
This course introduces students to all aspects of the theatrical experience on stage, emphasizing the role of the audience
and the artist from the fifth century B.C.E. to the present.
THE 124 - INTRODUCTION TO FILM (3)
This course is an introduction to film as an art form. Students will develop skills in verbal and written critical analysis
through viewing and discussing selected films.
THE 210 - THEATRE HISTORY (3)
This course is a survey of world theatre history tracing theatre from the ancient world to the present, exploring theatrical
literature, conventions, and architecture as they interact with cultural movements.
THE 211 - BEGINNING ACTING (3)
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of acting and in doing so gives them a solid foundation in which to
build their art.
THE 212 - DIRECTING (3)
This course introduces students to all aspects of directing, emphasizing the role of research and script analysis. Emphasis
is also placed on production communication and directorial approaches.
THE 237 - THEATRE OR FILM TECHNOLOGY SPECIAL TOPICS (3)
Special topics courses are for students with a special interest in areas beyond those covered in regular class study. These
courses vary from semester to semester. Topics covered may include: Improvisation; Performing Shakespeare; Stage
Combat; Stage Make-up; Commedia; Mime; Performing Classical Styles; Performing Chekhov, Restoration Theatre;
Playwriting; Introduction to Writing and Producing; Introduction to Directing for Stage and Film; Introduction to
Acting for Stage and Film; Introduction to Camera, Lights, and Sound; Hair, Makeup and Wardrobe; Video Editing;
Intermediate Camera; Intermediate Lighting; Intermediate Audio Sound; Scene Study for Film; Preproduction and
Casting; Set Design and Construction; and Production and Post-Production. This course may be taken for credit up to
three times, provided that the content of the course is different each time.
TIMBER MANAGEMENT (TBM)
TBM 100 - INTRODUCTION TO FORESTRY AND TIMBER MANAGEMENT (3)
This course introduces students the concept of forestry as practiced in the United States and few selected countries. A
brief history and present status of forest/timber management in the United States will be discussed. Various areas of
forestry, such as timber and non-timber forest products, usage and management, forest ecology, forest health, wildlife
management, recreation and tourism, ecosystem services, forest economics, policy, and laws will be introduced.
Prospective careers in forestry/timber management will also be discussed.
TBM 105 - INTRODUCTION TO FOREST SOIL MANAGEMENT (3)
Soil genesis and classification with emphasis on common soil types of Southeast USA and Georgia will be discussed.
The broad overview of physical, chemical, and biological soil properties affecting tree growth and forest productivity will
be discussed. The evaluation of soils and site quality for the preparation of forest planting, geomorphology, nutrient
accumulation and cycling in forests, nutrient limitations, and forest fertilization as nutrient amendment will be discussed.
The conservation and management of forest soil will also be discussed. This course will include field trips into various
locations.
TBM 200 - INTRODUCTION TO NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION (3)
This course will provide students with an introductory overview of the general principles and contemporary issues
related to ecology and management of forests, wildlife and natural resources for recreation and tourism. The
conservation and sustainability of water, wetlands, and soil resources will be discussed. Both renewable and non-
renewable energy will be examined as students acquire the knowledge necessary to comprehend the complex
environmental dilemmas that challenge environmental stewardship, responsible citizenship and the required actions that
will address environmental issues. This course will include field trips to various locations.
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TBM 210 - FOREST SURVEY AND MEASUREMENTS (3)
Forest Survey and Measurements teaches students handling of forestry tools and forest measurement techniques that are
applied in everyday forestry operations. General topics will include the use and care of forestry tools, reading of map,
using a mirror compass, measuring distance, directions, slope and area (i.e., surveying). Sampling strategies, timber
cruising, and wildlife survey technique will be practiced. Students will learn basic forestry data analysis applying basic
statistics and presentation skills using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet search techniques. In addition, they
will learn the simple application of GPS and GIS. Prerequisites/Co-requisites: MAT 111 or MAT 201
TBM 237 - TIMBER PRODUCTION, WOOD PROPERTIES AND UTILIZATION (3)
This introductory course will examine the identification, classification, and silvical characteristics of major commercial
tree species of the Southeast. In addition, major uses of wood and wood products of such trees will be covered. Students
will discuss the processes involved with timber manufacturing and marketing as well as the properties of wood and how
these characteristics affect the quality and use of the wood products.
TBM 250 - SUPERVISED FORESTRY INTERNSHIP (3)
This educational experience will be tailored to provide students with the opportunity to work with a business,
government agency or other educational organization in order to gain professional experience related to forest industry.
This internship is a supervised educational opportunity that requires students to experience the practical application of
their knowledge within a work environment where the student’s duties and job responsibilities are approved, in advance,
by the supervising faculty. Students must complete 3 hours of work experience week throughout the semester
(approximately 15 weeks) for each credit hour earned. More specifically, a 3 credit hour internship will require 9 hours of
work/week or 135 hours of supervised experience per semester. Students will be employed by an appropriate firm or
organization relative to their field of study. They also will be required to submit a weekly activity log that addresses their
workplace activities, and established specific learning goals; each student also must complete a reflective essay regarding
their experience and at the conclusion of the internship assignment and the student will be evaluated by their workplace
supervisor. Additionally, students will be required to evaluate their internship site experience.
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Faculty &
Administration
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Board of Trustees
Aderhold, Kay ’68, Atlanta (2008) Vice-Chairwoman
Beckum, Rev. Robert, Columbus (Ex-Officio 2011)
Bryan, Bishop R. Lawson (Ex-Officio 2016)
Cargill, Shirley, Columbus (2009)
Clark, E. Culpepper, Stone Mountain (2017)
Cooper, Rev. Buddy, Columbus (Ex-Officio 2012)
Daniels, Allison, Albany (2017)
Flowers, George, Columbus (2004) Chairman
Gregory, Bert, Vienna (2011) Secretary
Kemp, Gene, Columbus (2014)
Lee, Michelle ’85, Johns Creek (2014)
McCord, Rev. Michael, Columbus (Ex-Officio 2015)
Miller, Gilbert B., Sanford, FL (2013)
Molnar, Vicki, Columbus (2012)
Myers, Whit ’76, Sylvania (2013)
Nieman, Suzanne, Atlanta (2008)
Price, Larry, Albany (2017)
Ragan, Dr. Eric ’85, Columbus (2014)
Rogers, Maceo, Decatur (2012)
Taylor, Richard ’71, Atlanta (2011)
Weckwert, Kimberly ’86, Thomasville (2015)
Whatley, Steve ’74, Cuthbert (2007)
Williams, Rob, Columbus (2014)
Wright, Ernie ’76, Columbus (2009)
Full-Time Faculty
Apanovich, Nataliya (2018) Assistant Professor of Sustainable Agriculture, B.A., University of South Carolina, M.A.,
Vermont Law School, Ph.D., Iowa State University.
Askew, Susan (2016), Assistant Professor of Nursing, A.S., Darton State College, B.S.N., University of Phoenix, M.S.N.,
University of Phoenix, FNP-C, University of Massachusetts Boston.
Brown, Kathryn W. (2018), Assistant Professor of Respiratory Therapy and Program Director of Respiratory Therapy, A.S., Darton
College, B.S., Macon State College, M.Ed., Valdosta State University.
Burnett, Malanie (2014), Director of AndrewServes, B.A., Mercer University, M.A., Georgia Southwestern State University.
Chaudhari, Umesh K. (2017), Assistant Professor of Timber Management, B.Sc., Institute of Forestry, Tribhuvan University,
M.S., University of Arkansas at Monticello, Ph.D., University of Georgia.
Darden, Joan R. (2016), Professor of Nursing, B.S.N., Georgia Southwestern College, M.S.N., University of Alabama at
Birmingham, Ph.D., Georgia State University, Atlanta, Georgia.
Dearmin, Penny (2017), Assistant Professor of English, B.A., University of California, M.F.A., Georgia College and State
University.
Dodrill, Katie (2012), Assistant Professor of Learning Support English, B.A., Georgia Southwestern State University, M.A.T.,
Georgia College and State University, M.A., Georgia Southwestern State University, Ed.S., West Georgia
College and State University.
Dolberry, Charles L. (2018), Associate Professor of Mathematics, A.S., Northeast Alabama Community College, B.S.,
University of Alabama, M.A., University of Alabama in Huntsville, Ph.D., Auburn University.
Hallman, David M. (2008), Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice, B.S. Georgia Institute of Technology, M.P.A. Columbus
State University.
Jamison, Dallarie (2017), Assistant Professor of Nursing, B.S., Albany State University, M.S., Albany State University.
Johnson, Christopher (2013), Assistant Professor of Visual Art & Director of the Visual Art Program, B.F.A., Clemson
University, M.F.A., University of South Carolina.
Keesey, Robert L. (2017), Associate Professor of Chemistry, B.S., Ateneo de Davao University, M.S., University of
Oklahoma, Ph.D., Marquette University.
Kenworthy, Rachael (2015), Associate Professor of Biology, B.S., Charleston Southern University, Ph.D., Florida State
University.
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Knight, Amanda A. (1999), Professor of English and Coordinator of Program Development and Accreditation; B.S. Ed., Valdosta
State University; M. Ed., Georgia Southwestern State University.
Kolan, Daniel Z. (2017), Assistant Professor of Music and Director of the Choral Music Program & Jazz Ensemble, B.M., Indiana
University, M.M., University of Cincinnati, D.M.A., The University of Alabama.
Kortbawi, Robert (2017), Assistant Professor of Business Administration, B.S., Rollins College, M.S., Florida Institute of
Technology, D.B.A., Argosy University.
Latimer, Phillip (2012), Assistant Professor of Biology and Health Education, B.S. University of Georgia, D.C., Life
University.
Liss-Green, Deborah (2017), Assistant Professor of Theatre & Director of the Theatre Program, B.A., Queens College, M.F.A.,
Brooklyn College.
Long, Gavyn B. H. (2018), Associate Professor of Mathematics, B.S., Middle Tennessee State University, M.S., Middle
Tennessee State University, M.A., Fisk University, D.A., Middle Tennessee State University.
Pittman, Karan B. (1989), Professor and Dean of Academic Affairs, A.A., Andrew College; B.S., Auburn University;
M.S.L.S., University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.
Ragan, McKenzie (2012), Director of Library Services, B.A., University of Georgia, M.S.L.S., Valdosta State University.
Roberts, Charles (2015), Assistant Professor of History, B.A., Birmingham-Southern College, M.A. and Ph.D., University of
Alabama.
Senn, Farrah (2016), Assistant Professor of English and Coordinator of Student Retention, Strategic Planning, and Regional
Development, Ed.S., Georgia Southern University, M.A., Georgia Southern University, M.P.A, Georgia Southern
University, Ed.D., Georgia Southern University.
Serafin, Chris (2018), Assistant Professor of Business Administration, B.S., University of the Pacific, M.B.A., University of
Phoenix, D.B.A., Northcentral University.
Temples, Joshua T. (2018), Assistant Professor of English and Director of the Interdisciplinary Writing and Reading Center, A.A.,
Darton College, B.A., Georgia Southern University, M.A., Georgia Southern University.
Zinkann, Paulette (2017), Assistant Professor and Director of the Cancer Registry Management Program, B.S., Western
Governors University, M.S., Western Governors University.
President’s Cabinet
Buchanan, Linda R., Ph.D. (2015), President, B.S.,
George Williams College, M.S., Eastern
Kentucky University, Ph.D., Georgia State
University.
Cadle, Julie (1989), Vice President for Finance, A.S.
Andrew College.
Geeter, Andy (2015), Vice President of Enrollment
Management, B.A., Oglethorpe University, M.A.,
Georgia State University.
McCoy, James (2018), Dean of Student Affairs, B.F.A.,
Seton Hill University, M.B.A., Seton Hill
University.
Pittman, Karan B. (1989), Dean of Academic Affairs,
A.A., Andrew College; B.S., Auburn
University; M.S.L.S., University of North
Carolina-Chapel Hill.
Sealy, Spencer F. (2018), Vice President for Advancement,
A.A., Andrew College, B.A., University of
Georgia, M.Ed., Brenau University.
