Academics

 

General Admission Procedure

 

America Huntington University is an institution that strives to bring to its campus students who are committed to personal and intellectual growth. The University welcomes applications from students who will contribute to, as well as benefit from, the university experience; who are creative, motivated, Self disciplined and committed to Christian learning..

 

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Application Acknowledgment

 

Student applicants may expect to receive acknowledgment of their applications within three weeks of filing an application.

America Huntington University advises prospective students that they must supply complete and accurate information on the application for admission and on all other university forms.

Further, applicants must submit authentic and official transcripts of all previous academic work attempted as well as all records of military and vocational training. Transcripts will be evaluated and credit will be given, as appropriate, in accordance with the university’ transfer credit and assessment of prior training policy. Failure to file complete, accurate and authentic application documents may result in denial of admission, cancellation of academic credit, suspension, or expulsion.

A transcript is official if: (a) it is sent directly from the school of origin to the Office of Admissions and Records at America Huntington University, (b) bears the official seal of the school of origin and the Custodian of Record’ signature and (c) is approved after being reviewed by America Huntington University’ Office of Admissions and Records.

The responsibility for assuring that official transcripts reach the Office of Admissions and Records rests with the applicant. All transcripts submitted to America Huntington University become the property of the University. The Office of Admissions and Records will not provide copies. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted for preliminary evaluation; however, official transcripts must be on file before official admission to a degree or certificate program will be granted to qualified applicants..

 

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Classification of Students

 

Each student applicant will be placed in one of the following enrollment categories:

• Regular Standing: Students who meet all of the admission requirements to the University and for a particular program, i.e., have no deficiencies and there are no reservations, are admitted to America Huntington University and are granted the status of Regular Standing in their selected program. Only students who have Regular Standing may officially become a candidate for the associate, bachelor, master’ or doctoral degree.

• Provisional Standing: If a student meets the entrance requirements of the University and the requirement for admission to a particular program, but has only unofficial transcripts on file because official transcripts are not immediately available, he/she may be admitted to the program as a Provisional Standing student to provide time for receipt of official transcripts. If the Office of Admissions and Records does not receive the documentation within one (1) Semester, the student will be prohibited from undertaking further coursework until official documents are received. When the Office of Admissions and Records receives the official records, the student will be eligible to be reclassified as a Regular Standing student. Coursework completed satisfactorily while on Provisional Standing counts towards graduation, if it meets a program’ requirements.

• Special Standing(Non-Matriculated): Students who satisfy the entry requirements for a particular program and the course prerequisites for a particular course, who do not plan to earn a degree but want to officially take selected courses, may be granted Special Standing status in the program. Such students must successfully petition the course’ instructor and have his/her approval prior to registration in a course. All such petitions will be considered on a space available basis.

• Auditor: Students who wish to attend classes for personal enrichment and not for academic credit may be granted Auditors’ status. Auditors are not obligated to actively participate in coursework or course activities. However, an Auditor must qualify as a Regular Standing student to audit courses in a degree program, as well as meet any course prerequisite or core requisite requirements. Students who wish to audit a course must first gain the instructor’ approval. An abbreviated admission process is available for auditors, who are admitted to courses on a space available basis. There is a fee for auditing lecture and/or laboratory/clinic courses.

 

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Admission Requirements

 

Applicants seeking admission to America Huntington University are evaluated on the basis of academic ability sufficient to complete the selected educational program successfully within the allotted time frame. Other factors that are taken into consideration are personal and professional goals and commitment of the applicant seeking entry. To be considered for acceptance, applicants that are United States legal residences are required to provide a copy of their driver’s license. In addition to the requirements stated above, all applicants must be at least 18 years of age and provide evidence that they meet the minimum admission requirements by submitting the following supporting documents according to the selected course of study along with the Application for Admission:

* Bachelor Degree

1. A copy of the applicant’s High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate

2. Official High School transcripts showing a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.

3. A Letter of recommendation.

4. An Essay (Personal and Religious Background with Vision Statement)

5. Photograph

* Master Degree

1. A copy of the applicant's Bachelor Diploma along with corresponding official transcripts showing the successful completion of the degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50; a

2. A Letter of recommendation.

3. An Essay (Personal and Religious Background with Vision Statement)

4. Photograph

* Doctoral Degree

1. A copy of the applicant's Master Degree. Diploma along with corresponding official transcripts showing the successful completion of the degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50.

2. A Letter of recommendation.

3. An Essay (Personal and Religious Background with Vision Statement)

4. Photograph

5. Resume

 

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Provisional Admission

 

In certain exceptions, degree program applicants who are unable to furnish a copy of all the required admissions documents may be provisionally accepted with the approval of the Dean. Degree program applicants on academic probation or suspension at another university may also be provisionally accepted with the approval of the Dean. Provisionally accepted students will be placed on probationary status and must receive a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 for the courses completed during the first semester of acceptance or will be dismissed from the university. Students who meet the minimum GPA of 2.50 during the probationary period are placed in regular standing in the following semester.

 

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>Special Standing Admission

 

Students who wish to officially enroll in selective courses, but do not wish to receive a degree may be granted a status of special standing. Students who enroll as special standing must meet the regular admissions requirements.

 

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Auditor Admission

 

Students who attend classes for personal enrichment and not for academic credit may be granted auditor's status. Auditors attend class with no obligations to participate actively in the work. Auditors will receive a grade of America Huntington University for every course completed. Auditor students may change the course grade from audit to credit once they are accepted into a degree program (See 'Audit to Credit' section of this catalog). An abbreviated admissions process is necessary to receive auditor status. Audit fees are required for each class in which auditor students enroll. Auditor students who wish to apply for entry into a degree program must submit the 'Auditor to Degree Program' form and meet the existing requirements for admission to the degree program. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for those courses that have been taken by the student. The 'Auditor to Degree Program' form can be found at the administration office during normal business hours. Degree program students may also enroll in any course as an auditor for personal enrichment.

 

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Admission Procedure

 

• Undergraduate Level: Each applicant must submit the following forms to the Admissions Office, accompanied by a non-refundable $50 application Fee and $100 Registration Fee. All forms should be received 60 days prior to the beginning of the semester in which the student seeks enrollment.

1. Application Form for Admission

2. 50 Dollars Non-refundable Application Fee and $100 Registration Fee.

3. Official Transcripts

4. A Letter of Recommendation

5. An Essay (Personal and Religious Background with Vision Statement)

6. Photograph

• Graduate Level: Each applicant must submit the following forms to the Admissions Office, accompanied by a non-refundable $50 application fee and $100 Registration Fee.

1. Application Form for Admission

2. 50 Dollars Non-refundable Application Fee and $100 Registration Fee.

3. Official Transcripts

4. A Letter of Recommendation

5. An Essay (Personal and Religious Background with Vision Statement)

6. Photograph

The admissions committee will review various indicators of potential academic success. Any student seeking admission must possess an accredited Bachelor of Arts or its equivalent and a grade point average of 2.0 on all previous post-secondary credits to be admitted on other than a probationary status. Whenever it is deemed necessary the Admissions Committee may request a personal interview with the candidate for admission. When the necessary information and fees have been received, action will be taken on the application by the Admissions Committee. The applicant will be notified of the decision of the Committee. An approved student application to America Huntington University is valid for one year from the date of original approval.

 

Admissions Categories

 

• Full Acceptance: A student who has met all the requirements and is fully accepted as a student at America Huntington University.

• Provisional Acceptance: A student who is not able to complete the admission file before the deadline, may be accepted with full benefits of the school for one semester. This restricted status allows the student the opportunity to complete the admission file. If the student fails to move to the full acceptance status within one semester, he or she will be dismissed.

• Probationary Acceptance: A student who does not meet the normal academic standards, but provides a strong indication for academic success may be accepted on probationary status. The student is granted one year to achieve the academic level necessary to move to full acceptance

 

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Registration Procedures

 

Registration is the process whereby students sign up for specific classes and pay all assessed fees. Registration instructions for students are included in the Class Schedule issued prior to the beginning of each semester. Upon registration, the student's social security number becomes the student's identification number. International students and U.S. students who do not wish to use their social security number as their identification number will be issued special student identification numbers. Credit for a course is given only when a student is properly registered in the University and successfully completes the course. An individual is not properly registered until all registration forms required by the Office of Admissions and Records have been filed and all fees have been paid. A student who does not register during the official registration period will be assessed a Late Registration Fee.

 

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Registration

 

Registration dates are specified in the calendar provided in this catalog. 2011 non-refundable registration fee is $100.00.

 

Measure of Semester Units

 

The university currently operates on the semester system. There are four regular semesters per year. Each Semester consists of 16 weeks. Each Semester unit represents 15 clock hours of lecture.

 

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Academic Load Policy

 

The normal academic requirements for a full-time student are as follows:

• Undergraduate Students: 16 units or more per semester.

• Master Students: 12 units or more per semester.

• Doctoral Students: 8 units or more per semester.

Students with less than the specified units above are considered as part-time students.

 

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Grading System and Transcripts

 

Classification of Class Standing for Undergraduate Programs

• Freshmen: 0-29 semester units

• Sophomore: 30-59 semester units

• Junior: 60-89 semester units

• Senior: 90 or more semester units

 

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Grade Percent Grade Point

 

A: 90-100%4.00 Excellent

B: 80-89%3.00 Good

C: 70-79%2.00 Satisfactory

D: 60-69%1.00 Poor

F: Below 60%0.00 Failure

I: Incomplete 0.00

P: Passed course (not included in GPA)

C: Challenge exam 0.00

GR: Grade

GP: Grade Points

GPA: Grade Points Average

UT: Units

SP: Satisfactory Progress

AU: Audit

CR: Credit

NC: No Credit

TC: Transfer Credit

RD: Report Delayed

W: Withdrawal

 

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Incomplete Grades

 

Any course that has an assignment due and has not been turned in by the time of final examination or failure to take the final examination will be assigned the grade of 'F'. Student who obtains an approval from the faculty in charge to turn in the required work within a stipulated later time or take a late final examination may receive the grade of 'I'. The 'I' is awarded for compelling reasons such as medical or deemed appropriate by the faculty in charge of the course. All course requirements that are due must be completed no later than the end of the next semester. Otherwise, the 'I' will automatically change to an 'F'.

 

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Passing Grade

 

A student who receives a 'D' in a course must repeat the course. The course in which the 'D' was earned cannot be counted towards the degree major.

 

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Repeating Courses to Raise Grade Point Average

 

A student who receives a grade of 'C' or lower may repeat courses to raise the grade point average. Whenever a course is repeated in an attempt to raise the grade point average, only the highest grade earned will be recorded as the official grade and the lower grades will be removed from the student’s record. A course may be repeated one time.

 

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Scholastic Honors

 

America Huntington University graduates receiving degrees will be honored in accordance with the following categories:

Graduate Honors Cumulative GPA

Summa Cum Laude 3.90–4.00

Magna Cum Laude 3.70–3.89

Cum Laude 3.50–3.69

 

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Directed Independent Study

 

An Independent Study course allows students to study one or more topics of importance that are related to the student's major field of study. Independent study classes may be arranged under special circumstances with the permission of the Dean.

Independent study classes may not be taken at the same time that the class in question is being offered. All students that register for an independent study class will be under the direct supervision of the instructor as assigned by Dean. Students may not exceed 12 units of Independent Study courses.

Independent study class will begin on the first day of the academic semester and end on the last day of the academic semester. The student will be required to meet at least weekly with the assigned instructor and to complete all assignments and pass the test as prescribed by the course syllabus. Independent study may not be substituted for a class which is being regularly offered at the time. Only those students who maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher will be permitted to take an independent study course. All Directed Independent Study projects must be completed before the end of the term in which students are enrolled. Directed Independent Study is not an option for international students, veterans or other students whose tuition is paid by third parties.

 

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Language of Instruction

 

The primary language of instruction is English. However, America Huntington University offers instructions in foreign languages for those students who are not fluent in English. Students may inquire at the administration office to determine which languages are available.

 

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Grade Reports

 

Grades are reported within two weeks of the end of the semester. Students are notified of any grade deficiency.

 

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Grade Assignment

 

Final grades will be available at the end of each semester. The instructor of the course shall determine the grade given to each student except in the case of a mistake, fraud, incompetency or a grade issued in bad faith.

 

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Grade Change

 

Only the instructor who teaches a class has the authority to issue grades to students enrolled in that class or to change grades that have already been issued. A student who wishes to request a grade change may take the following steps: • Contact the instructor. If there was a mistake in reporting the grade, the instructor will institute a grade change through the Office of Admissions and Records. • If the request for a grade change is denied by the instructor, the student may ask for a review of the grade by the school dean, department chairperson, or program director. • Any change of a grade after it has been submitted to the Office of Admissions and Records must be done within one year following the end of the term in which the grade was assigned. No grade will be changed after the one year period without supporting evidence of extenuating circumstances and approval of the Director of Admissions and Records and the appropriate administrator- program director, department chairperson or school dean.

 

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Transcripts

 

Transcripts will be sent at the student's written request or that of any other institution authorized by the student by applying on the corresponding form. Transcripts are sent within ten working days. The first official transcript will be free of charge. There will be a charge for every additional official transcript requested. Transcript fees are listed in the financial section of this catalog.

 

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Transfer Credit Policy

 

Students may transfer coursework credits earned at other institutions towards America Huntington University programs if the institution meets or exceeds the standards of America Huntington University and has jurisdictional/state approval to operate at the time of the student's attendance or if the institution is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Coursework from other institutions must have a minimum grade of 2.0 on a scale of 4.0 and must be applicable to fulfilling the degree requirements for the respective degree programs offered at America Huntington University.

Copies of course descriptions from a catalog that were current for the year of attendance along with copies of course syllabi are required for all unaccredited and/or out of state institutions except for institutions approved by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education(BPPE).

Work completed at exempt institutions will be evaluated on an individual basis by the approximate course content equivalency to courses offered at America Huntington University. Coursework from foreign institutions require transcripts to be translated by a professional service that has current membership in the National Association of Credit Evaluation Services(NACES).

Each request for a transfer of credits must be received by the Office of Admissions and Records no later than the commencement of classes for new students and by the last semester of their program for current students who have taken one or more courses at another institution while working toward their degree at America Huntington University. Only one official transcript per institution attended will be accepted and must be sent directly from the institution to America Huntington University. Transfer credits are awarded by the Admissions Committee after review.

The maximum transferable units/credits allowable are as follows, except for veterans and eligible persons who are required to transfer all previous credits/units where appropriate:

• Bachelor Programs: 75% of total coursework

• Master Programs: 10 semester units

• Doctoral Programs: 0 semester units

 

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Transfer of Credits from Other Institutions and
Assessment of Prior Learning for Credit

 

• America Huntington University has not entered into any articulation or transfer agreements with any other college or university. However, the University may accept for transfer credit coursework earned at previously attended colleges and universities accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, if the course and course grade meets the transfer requirements of the program to which it is being transferred. Coursework from international institutions will require thorough documentation evidencing equivalency to the standards set by the U.S. Department of Educations for accredited institutions of higher education.

• The University grants credit for prior learning assessment from challenge examinations and standardized tests based on recommendations established by the American Council on Education and the Guide for the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Forces. Specifically, credit by examination can be earned through successful testing and the recommended college credit equivalencies of the College Scholarship Service’ AP(Advanced Placement) examinations, the College Scholarship Service’ CLEP(College Level Examination Program) examinations, the American College Testing PEP(Proficiency Examination Program) examinations, PONSI(N.Y. State Department of Education Program on Non collegiate Sponsored Instruction), the USAFI(U.S. Armed Forces Institute) program, and the DANTES(Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support) tests. In the assessment of prior learning credits, the decision of the university is final.

• In accordance with the California Code of Regulations(5CCR§71770(b) and the university’ Transfer Credit and Assessment of Prior Learning for Credit Policy:

-. a maximum of 75% of the units of credit that may be applied to the award of a bachelor’ degree may be derived from a combination of any or both of the following: Transferred Units and Assessment of Prior Learning Credits.

-. No more than 30% of graduate semester units awarded by another institution may be transferred for credit toward a Master degree. -. No more than 45 graduate semester credits awarded by another institution may be credited toward a doctoral degree.

These criteria do not apply to graduate programs that lead to a profession or occupation requiring state licensure where the licensing agency has a regulation permitting a different standard. In addition, these are statutory limitations, each program at America Huntington University has criteria on which courses are acceptable for assessment of prior learning and transfer credit even when they meet the criteria specified in #1 and #2 in this section. Therefore, the number of units accepted for credit may be less than statutatory limits. Students are advised that some state licensing agencies and some institutions may not accept prior learning assessment credits that have been awarded by a non- regionally accredited institution. America Huntington University will maintain a written record of previous education and training of veterans and eligible persons that will clearly indicate that credit has been granted, if appropriate, with the student and Veterans Administration notified accordingly.

 

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Credit by Challenge Examination

 

Students may challenge courses by taking examinations developed by America Huntington University. In order to earn credits by challenge examination, a student must first submit a 'Course Challenge Examination' application that can be obtained from the administration office during normal business hours. Once students are approved to take the Course Challenge Examination, the student is required to pay the examination fee before taking the exam. Course Challenge Examinations will be granted to regularly enrolled students to obtain credit by challenge examination in subject matters in which they are qualified through non-traditional education or experience, and for which credit has not previously been granted for any similar course. The examination may include written, oral, technical skills, or a combination thereof, and will be sufficiently comprehensive to determine that the student possess essentially the same knowledge and/or skills as those students who successfully completed similar courses offered at the university. The letter grade of 'P' will be awarded to those who pass the course challenge examination. Those who fail, however, will receive no grade and there will be no record of non-passing of the course challenge examination on the student's permanent record.

Credit by challenge examination shall not be allowed for the purpose of earning a higher grade for a previously taken course. The only way to earn a higher grade for a course that was once taken is to repeat the course and pay normal course unit fees.

Units of credits earned through the credit by challenge examination procedure may not apply toward satisfying the residence requirements for any degree or certificate granted by the University. Credit granted through challenge examination follows the same regulation as in the transfer credit policy and cannot exceed the maximum limits described in the section of transfer credit policy.

 

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Auditors

 

Students who wish to attend a class for personal enrichment, and not for academic credit, may be granted auditors’ status. Auditors attend class with no obligation to actively participate in a course’ activities. However, an Auditor must qualify as a Regular Standing student to audit courses in a degree program, as well as meet any course prerequisite or core-requisite requirements. Only courses in which the instructor approves auditors may be audited. An abbreviated admission process is necessary to receive this status, and audit fees are required for each class in which a student enrolls.

 

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Audit to Credit

 

Once Audit students are accepted into a degree program, changes from audit to credit can be made prior to the beginning of the third week of a given semester in which the student is taking the course he wishes to change from audit to credit. Students who wish to change from audit to credit status must fill out and submit the 'Audit to Credit' form that is available in the admissions office during normal business hours..

 

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Credit for Prior Experiential Learning

 

America Huntington University may award credits for prior experiential learning under some circumstances.

 

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Make-up Exam Policy

 

Make-up assignments for missed classes, quizzes, mid-term and final exams for a specific course shall be made only by the instructor in charge and only at the discretion of the instructor. Make-up and re-test final exams may be given as follows: • The Dean of the School shall make the final decision with respect to granting or denial of the request for make-up examination or re-test.

• If a student misses the final examination, the student must contact the instructor in charge and must secure his/her endorsement on the MAKE-UP EXAMINATION REQUEST form, which can be obtained at the Registrar's office.

• If a re-test is desired, secure the instructor's endorsement on the RE-TEST REQUEST form indicating that the student has made a good faith effort to pass the course, and could reasonably be expected to pass a retest. The retest is given at the discretion of the instructor in charge of the course.

• The make-up examination or re-test must be completed before the end of the fifth week of the next semester.

• A grade of 'I' or incomplete will be given to the course until the results of the make-up or re-test are known.

 

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Credit/ No Credit Grading Policy

 

A student in good standing may elect to be graded on a Credit/ No Credit basis in certain courses. A grade of Credit (CR) is awarded for work equivalent to all grades which earn 3.0 or more grade point. No credit is awarded for work equivalent to all grades which earn less than 3.0 grade points. The units earned will be counted in satisfaction of program requirements, but will be disregarded in determining a student's GPA. No Credit is a no penalty grade.

• CR–credit (3.0 grade points or better), units awarded are not calculated in the GPA.

• NC–no credit (less than 3.0 grade points), No units awarded, i.e., Units are not calculated in the GPA.

Certain courses, at the discretion of the instructor and/or the school, may not be taken on a CR/NC basis. These courses are designated in the semester schedule of classes. Students who wish to be graded on a Credit/No Credit basis must submit a petition to the Administration Office by the deadline date listed in the appropriate class schedule. No Exceptions to the deadlines will be made.

An evaluation on a Credit/No Credit basis may not be changed later to a letter grade, nor may the reverse occur. No exceptions to this policy will be made.

 

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Limitations on Student Election of Credit/ No
Credit Evaluations

 

• Certain courses, at the discretion of the instructor and/or the program, department or school, may not be taken on a CR/NC basis. These courses are designated in the semester schedule of classes.

• No more than 16 units of a student's coursework for an Associate Degree may be taken on a CR/NC basis. Bachelor’ degree objective students may take 30 units of coursework on a CR/NC basis. The limit for the Master’ degrees is 20 units. Courses in the Doctor program ma

y not be taken on a CR/NC basis except for specifically designated courses, e.g., doctoral research and doctoral dissertation.

• The maximum number of units that may be taken CR/NC in certificate programs is determined by the department chairperson or the program director.

 

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Conditions under which Credit/ No Credit
Evaluation May be Elected by Students

 

• Students who wish to be graded on a Credit/No Credit basis must submit a petition to the Office of Admissions and Records by the deadline date listed in the appropriate class schedule. No exceptions to the deadline will be made.

• An evaluation on a Credit/No Credit basis may not be changed later to a letter grade, nor may the reverse occur. No exceptions to this policy will be made.

 

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Incomplete Work

 

Any incomplete work for a course must be made up no later than the fifth week of the subsequent semester in which the incomplete grade was granted or a tentative grade will be assigned to the course by the instructor and automatically becomes effective and is placed on the permanent record of the student. An instructor is under no obligation to assign an incomplete grade or to administer a make-up examination.

Exceptions or extensions to this policy are made only with the approval of Dean of Academic Affairs.

 

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Adding or Dropping Courses

 

Any course can be added to your schedule within five business days of the first class session. After the fifth business day, courses cannot be added. Courses can be dropped up to four weeks after commencing classes. After that day no more changes can be made to your schedule. Students may add or drop courses after the Add/Drop course deadlines by securing an approval from the instructor in charge or from Dean of Academic Dean and completing the add/drop form, available at the Registrar's office. Deadlines for adding or dropping courses are listed in the academic calendar.

The difference in tuition resulting from a reduction in the number of credits registered will be refunded to the student in accordance with the published refund policy. If the number of units is increased after the program change, the student must pay the difference in tuition.

 

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Student Responsibility for Drop/Withdrawal

 

It is the student's responsibility to officially drop any class which should not be in his or her program. This is true even if the student has never attended the class.

 

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Prerequisites and Core-requisites

 

A prerequisite is a completed course, or other measure of academic preparation, a student is required to meet to demonstrate current readiness for enrollment in a particular course or program. The University requires students to complete prerequisite courses with a grade of 'C', 'CR' or higher prior to registering in the course requiring the prerequisite. A core requisite is a condition of enrollment consisting of a course that a student is required to take simultaneously in order to enroll in another course.

It is the student’ responsibility to determine whether or not he/she has met a prerequisite requirement or is able to take a core requisite to be eligible to take a course so that he/she can make class schedule adjustments when necessary to qualify to take a particular course. Courses which have pre-requirements and/or core requisites are clearly identified in the catalog.

 

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Scheduling and Cancellation of Classes

 

America Huntington University operates on the semester system. The university's academic year is divided into four 11-weeks semesters, which include 10 weeks of instruction and one week of final examinations. The University publishes a schedule of classes prior to the beginning of each semester. A schedule is given to students when they register or file an application for admission in the Office of Admissions and Records. The University reserves the right to cancel classes if student enrollment is insufficient or for other compelling and justifiable reasons. However, every effort will be made to cancel any such classes well in advance of their start date. Students in canceled classes receive refunds in accordance with the university's refund policy and the California Education Code.

 

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Class Availability

 

The availability of each on site course listed in the catalog is contingent upon the requisite number of students registering for each course.

 

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Reapplication after Failure to Enroll

 

Applicants who fail to register for the semester for which they have been accepted will have their admission eligibility put on a hold status; any transcripts on file at that time will be held for two years. These transcripts may be used for admission during that period. However, if the student undertakes additional coursework at another institution during this interval, the student must have official transcripts of this coursework forwarded to America Huntington University's Office of Admissions and Records to complete the student's record of all coursework undertaken prior to admission to America Huntington University. However, such coursework will only be transferable for credit if it meets America Huntington University’ and the program’ policy on the transferability of units.

 

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Enrollment Cancellation

 

All students have the right to cancel their enrollment for a course of instruction, including any equipment such as books, materials and supplies or any other goods related to the instruction offered in the Enrollment Agreement, until midnight of the fifth business day from which the student attended the first class. Business day means a day on which the student is scheduled to attend a class session. Cancellation shall occur when the student gives a written notice of cancellation to the registrar's office.

This can be done by mail, hand delivery, or telegram. The written notice of cancellation, if sent by mail, is effective when deposited in the mail properly addressed with postage prepaid. The written notice of cancellation need not take any particular form and, however expressed, it is effective if it shows that the student no longer wishes to be bound by the Enrollment Agreement. Students will be given two 'Enrollment Agreement Cancellation' forms at the time of enrolling to use in the event he/she decides to cancel their enrollment, but may use any written notice that they wish.

The 'Enrollment Agreement Cancellation' forms may also be obtained at the administration office during normal business hours. If the Institution has given the student any equipment, including books or other materials, he/she shall return it to the University within 30 days following the date of the notice of cancellation. If the student fails to return any equipment, including books, or other materials, in good condition within 30 day period, the University may deduct its documented cost for the equipment, etc. from any refund that may be due to the student. Once the student pays for the equipment, it is theirs to keep without further obligation. If the student cancels their enrollment, the Institution will refund any money that he/she paid, less any deduction for equipment, etc. not timely returned in good condition, within 30 days after your notice of cancellation is received.

 

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Course Withdrawal with 'WP'

 

After the deadline to drop courses, students may withdraw from a course. If the student withdraws a course before the start of the sixth week from the first day of commencing classes, the student may receive a passing withdrawal 'WP' with the permission of the instructor in charge. All courses withdrawn after the start of the sixth week will be assigned a grade of failing withdrawal 'WF', unless reasons for withdrawing are accepted by the Dean of the school, at which time the course will be assigned a grade of 'WP'. Students planning withdrawal from a course should contact Dean of Academic Dean and submit a completed withdrawal form. Students who withdraw officially will receive refunds in accordance with the posted prorated refund schedule. Students who do not officially withdraw from a course will automatically receive a grade of 'F' and not be entitled to any refund.

An official withdrawal from classes may be requested by the student or initiated on his or her behalf by the instructor. The following conditions apply to official withdrawal:

• For regular classes, no record of the class will be entered on the student's permanent record if the official withdrawal is made on or before the last day to drop a class without it being recorded - the date given in the university's Academic Calendar and Schedule of Classes.

• If the withdrawal is made after the deadline for withdrawing without a 'W' and prior to the deadline for a withdrawal without the automatic assignment of an academic grade as listed in the academic calendar for that session, a 'W' will be recorded on the student's permanent record.

• A student attending a session after the deadline for withdrawal will not be eligible to receive a 'W'. The instructor must then assign an academic grade or an administrative symbol. Exceptions to this policy will be made only upon verification of extreme circumstances beyond the control of the student. Petitions requesting exceptions must be filed in the Admissions and Records Office.

• Withdrawal, 'W', symbols will be used in the calculation of lack of progress probation and disqualification status.

 

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Attendance Requirements

 

Instructors are obligated at the beginning of each semester or course session to announce to their students their policy regarding excessive absence(s). When unexcused absences exceed the number of hours that the class meets in one week, or the instructor judges a student's absences to be so excessive as to make it impossible for the student to complete the course successfully, the instructor must drop the student from the class. This class attendance policy is predicated on the belief that enrollment in the University assumes maturity, seriousness of purpose and self-discipline. Each student is expected to attend the classes for which he/she is registered, to arrive on time and to stay the full class period. The University recognizes that absences may occur as a result of circumstances beyond a student's control, as well as from a student's failure to accept the responsibility for attending class regularly. Student Responsibility for Drop/Withdrawal It is the student's responsibility to officially drop any class which should not be in his or her program. This is true even if the student has never attended the class.

 

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Attendance and Tardiness

 

Students who accumulate more than four (4) unexcused absences from a regularly scheduled class are required to complete make-up assignments in order to be eligible to take the final examination. Courses that have not been completed with make-up assignments given by the instructor shall be automatically given the grade of 'I'. Students who accumulate more than six (6) unexcused absences from a regularly scheduled class are considered unofficially withdrawn from the course and are automatically given the grade of 'F'.

Excusable absences are as follows:

• Childbirth

• Documented illness

• Death in the family

• Emergency situations reported to the Dean

• Injury

• Jury Duty

• Military duty

Any student who arrives after the regularly scheduled start time of a class shall be considered tardy. Students who are more than 15 minutes late for a class will be considered absent unless acceptable reasons are given. Three tardy (3) shall be considered as one unexcused absence. If a student is absent on the day of final examination due to an unforeseen circumstance, a make-up examination may be arranged upon payment of the challenge examination fee and at the discretion of the professor.

 

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Course Information/ Syllabus

 

During the first week of classes the instructor will distribute to class members printed information about the course. This course information will include at least the following items:

• The instructor's grading policy

• Required texts and other materials

• A general outline of subject material to be covered in the course

• The availability of the instructor outside of class

• Prerequisite(s) and/ or core requisite(s) for the course

• Course goals, objectives and requirements

• Attendance requirements

• Policy on due dates and make-up work, and

• Schedule of examinations.

 

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Standards of Academic Progress

 

Probation and disqualification policies are based on the philosophy that the University has an obligation to assist students who, due to unsatisfactory academic performance, may experience difficulty in realizing their potential.

 

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Probation- Academic Probation

 

Any bachelor objective student whose GPA falls below 2.0 and any graduate student (Master & Doctoral Course) whose scholarship falls below a GPA of 3.0 in courses receiving letter grades for work attempted at America Huntington University shall be placed on academic probation.

• A student on probation is required to meet with his/her academic advisor to review their academic progress.

• A student on probation may be assigned a restricted program of studies.

• Any bachelor or associate degree student who is on academic probation whose grade point average for coursework undertaken in the semester just completed is 2.0 or better, but whose overall or cumulative grade point average for all coursework attempted is still less than 2.0 shall remain on academic probation. Any graduate students whose GPA is 3.0 or better for coursework just completed but whose cumulative GPA is still less than 3.0 shall remain on probation.

 

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Removal from Probation

 

Any student placed on academic probation shall be removed from probation when the cumulative grade point average at America Huntington University has improved to 2.0. for bachelor and associate degree students and 3.0 for graduate students.

 

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Academic Disqualification

 

Any bachelor degree student currently on academic probation whose grade point average for coursework undertaken in the semester just completed is less than 2.0 and any graduate student whose G.P.A is less than 3.0 shall be academically disqualified. Any student who is academically disqualified may not attend the University during the succeeding semester.

 

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Report Delayed Non-evaluative Symbol

 

The Report Delayed symbol may be assigned when there is a delay in reporting the grade of a student due to circumstances beyond the control of the instructor. It is a temporary notation to be replaced by a permanent symbol as soon as possible. Report Delayed (RD) shall not be used in calculating grade point averages.

 

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Waiver or Substitution of a Course

 

A student may request permission to waive or substitute a course for one that is required to complete graduation requirements. Petitions for waiver of requirements in the major must be approved by the office of the appropriate academic program administrator- program director, department chairperson or school dean. Petitions are available in the Office of Admissions and Records.

 

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Reinstatement

 

Any student who believes he/she has been unjustifiably disqualified may file a petition with the Office of Admissions and Records requesting that such disqualification be reconsidered.

 

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Final Examination

 

Final examinations are required and will be given at the scheduled times. A student may make up a final at any time when, in the judgment of the instructor, conditions warrant such an exception. In the event that an examination is scheduled at a time that is in violation of a student's religious creed, the student will be allowed to make up the examination without penalty.

 

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Make-up Work

 

Students are expected to attend classes every scheduled day. If for any acceptable reason a student has to miss one or more class sessions, the student must communicate it to the administration office. The student may obtain make-up material when returning to school.

 

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Leave of Absence

 

Leave of Absence may be granted to a student if acceptable reasons are presented. The official request for LEAVE OF ABSENCE form may be obtained from the Registrar's office. It should be understood that leave of absence is granted only in extreme cases and must be approved by the Dean of Academic Affairs, who will prescribe the duration of the leave of absence and specific conditions for resumption of study.

 

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Extended Leave of Absence (Planned Educational Leave)

 

When a student finds it necessary to interrupt progress toward a degree for a reason that is related to his or her educational objective and that is acceptable to the appropriate university authorities, the student may be granted an Extended Leave of Absence.

Only students in good standing are eligible for an Extended Leave of Absence. An Extended Leave of Absence will be granted when the student has filed an approved petition with the Office of Admissions and Records. The leave petition, which must be approved by the appropriate academic administrator, shall specify the reasons for the leave and the duration of the leave. A student granted an Extended Leave of Absence has a commitment from the University to be reinstated in good standing. The reason(s) for requesting a leave must be stated clearly and completely. Reasons students may petition for an Extended Leave of Absence are, but are not limited to, the following:

• Professional or academic opportunities: such as travel or study abroad, employment related to educational goals in the student’ major field of study, or participation in field study or research projects;

• Medical reasons: including pregnancy, major surgery, or other health-related circumstances, and

• Financial reasons: such as the necessity to work for a specified period in order to resume study with adequate resources.

Approval will depend upon the significance of the leave in furthering the student's educational objective. It is the student's responsibility to demonstrate that there is a significant relationship between the Extended Leave of Absence and progress toward their educational objective.

Leaves may be granted for a maximum of two years or eight consecutive semesters. A request for an Extended Leave of Absence must be filed prior to the period of absence. Retroactive leave requests will not be approved.

Failure to return from an Extended Leave of Absence, as specified in the approved petition, will be considered as a withdrawal from the University. Under such circumstances, re-enrollment will require a full application for readmission under the same circumstances as any new or returning applicant, including enrollment in the curriculum in effect at the time of re-enrollment.

 

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Retroactive Withdrawal

 

A student who discontinues attendance and participation in all coursework in which he/she is officially enrolled for a particular academic semester without a formal filing of a Petition for Withdrawal from the University will administratively receive the grade of F in all coursework officially enrolled in for that semester. A student may petition to have these grades retroactively changed to the administrative grade of W, if he/she can demonstrate and document that there were serious and compelling reasons for the unofficial withdrawal from the University during the semester in question.

A student who wishes to apply for retroactive withdrawal must do so within one calendar year of the last day of the semester in which he/she unofficially withdrew from the University. A student does not have to be enrolled at the University at the time the application for retroactive withdrawal is submitted. Petitions are available from the Office of Admissions and Records.

 

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Standards for Student Achievement

 

For the purpose of determining Standards of Student Achievement for course registration eligibility and maintaining financial aid from the university, students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. If a student's cumulative GPA is not 2.0 or above upon completion of a program, the student will not be allowed to graduate until the student has met the minimum standards of student achievement by repeating courses to raise his/her cumulative grade point average. Students are required to make quantitative progress toward a degree by achieving a minimum completion of credits if enrolled as a full-time student. Students taking less than a full schedule are adjusted accordingly. Under special mitigating circumstances, Dean of Academic Affairs may rule that a student, who does not meet the above standards, may be considered to be making satisfactory progress for the purpose of determining eligibility for course registration and financial aid programs.

 

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Academic Probation and Dismissal Policy

 

Students will be placed on probation if he or she fails to meet the standards of satisfactory progress requirements at the 25% point in their program. A student who fails to meet the standards of satisfactory progress at or beyond the 50% point in their program will be academically suspended for a period of one year. Upon returning, the student will be placed on probationary status and must maintain a minimum grade of 3.0 for each course for the first semester of studies after reinstatement or the student will be permanently dismissed from the university. During probation, the student may not enroll in more than three courses (but may enroll in fewer if he or she so desires).

 

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Dropout Policy

 

Students who have not registered for four (4) or more consecutive semesters are considered dropout students. Dropout students are automatically dismissed from the university. Students who wish to be reinstated will require the approval of Dean of Academic Affairs and must submit an Application for Readmission with the Office of Admissions and Records. A reentering student must meet any new graduation requirements which have come into effect at the time of their readmission. Students must also submit transcripts of any coursework taken at other institutions while absent from America Huntington University. Dropout students who are reinstated will be placed on probationary status and must receive a grade of 3.0 for the courses completed during the first semester of reinstatement or will be permanently dismissed from the university.

 

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Time Limit

 

Students must satisfactorily complete all requirements for the enrolled program within the specified time limits. Students who do not complete the program within the time limit shall be permanently dismissed from the university subject to exceptions in the aforementioned paragraphs.

 

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Change of Major

 

Students have the opportunity, upon determining that they are pursuing a course of study in which they are no longer interested, to change to another major. In such cases, students should consult their advisers for assistance in making the change.

Transfer from one major to another does not in any way change the student's scholastic standing, nor does it constitute a break in continuous enrollment. However, students who change major are subject to the core and support requirements in effect at the time of the change of major.

 

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Curriculum Deviation

 

Although the University has specified a program of courses for each major, under certain conditions a student may be permitted to deviate from the established curriculum. Information regarding a request to deviate from the curriculum may be obtained from the student's academic advisor.

 

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Election of Regulations

 

Students remaining in continuous attendance may elect to meet the degree requirements in effect either: (1) at the time they take their first course as a Regular Status student in a degree program, or (2) at the time they graduate. Substitutions for discontinued courses may be authorized or required by the program offering the degree.

 

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Full-Time Equivalent and Full-Time Student

 

Enrollment in America Huntington University is measured in Full-time equivalent students. One full-time equivalent is the equivalent of 16 units of student course credit. One Full-time equivalent could represent one student carrying 16 course-units, three students each carrying five course-units, or any other student/course combination the sum of which equals 16 course-units.

The university’ full-time equivalent enrollment is the total course-units taken by all students divided by 16. Full-time equivalent is not related to full-time student status. A full-time student is not necessarily a full-time equivalent student.

 

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Name Change

 

Any change of the student's name should be immediately reported to the Office of Admissions and Records. Students reporting name changes during a semester are advised also to notify their instructors in order to maintain proper recognition and identification.

 

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Record keeping: Custodian of Records

 

The person who takes school's all kinds of documentations under his charge and the maintenance of public security should take in his charge, including, not only school's administration documentations but also professorship's and faculties' documentations, students' documentations, graduates' documentations.

He should accomplish the following official duties

• Plan and superintendence concerning the operations achievements of it's own body.

• Operation Inspections and instructions concerning documentation securities

• Inspect of possession situation about the secret documentations.

• Control of secret documentations.

• Inspect of its own body's documentations security, inspection, diagnosis of its safety and verifications of inspection fulfillment.

• Control of persons who go in and out to the office.

• The person who is responsible for documentations custody should contrast custody documentations register with original documentations more than once a year and should confirm the condition of the preservation and in addition to that, should take complementary measures like fumigating to prevent them from deteriorations, fires and damages by blight and harmful insects.

• Transcripts and Records: All financial obligations to America Huntington University should be met before any transcripts, diploma or certificates are issued. Transcript requests should be submitted in writing with dated, signed and paid for, by the student. Verbal requests for transcripts are not accepted. Personal records are kept on file for a minimum of 7 years. America Huntington University transcripts are held for Permanently.

The files of the students have been stored on the method that is absolutely different comparing to the regular method.

First, The documentations that are related to the admission: Application for admission, A copy of the applicant's Diploma or Certificates, Official Transcripts, A letter of recommendation, Photograph are stored on the files personally. The method of filing, in case of documentations for the admission have been storing in the word of the computer, and, prepared on the printing. And, the student's documentations for the admission have been stored on the fire-proof and equipped with the clue and key cabinet.

If the documentations of freshmen: Application for admission, A copy of the applicant's Diploma or Certificate, Official Transcripts, A letter of recommendation, Photograph are received, first, the administrator shall store the individual information in the school administrative computer and the documentations have been stored on the fire-proof and equipped with the clue and key cabinet. And, only the president and the Dean of Academic Affairs can hold and manage this key. In another words, except the president and the dean, nobody can open the cabinet.

The individual documentations and financial status have been stored separately. And, they have been stored on the fire-proof and equipped with the clue and the key, also, any other persons except the president and the Dean of Academic Affairs can not peruse the student' individual documentations and financial status. Especially, the financial state of things have been controlled by the decision of the Board Meeting and the CPA (Charles C. Jeong & Co).

 

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Transcript Requests

 

Each student who has an academic record on file at America Huntington University is entitled to one transcript of record without charge. Additional copies may be obtained at ten dollars ($10.00) per copy, payable in advance.

Due to requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, any requests for transcripts must be submitted in writing and include the student's signature and student number. A transcript will be issued after the student has settled all financial obligations to the University.

 

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Debts Owed to the University

 

Grades, transcripts, diplomas, and registration privileges, or any combination thereof, shall be withheld from any student or former student who has been provided with a written notice that he/she has failed to pay a financial obligation incurred at the University. Any item(s) withheld shall be released when the student satisfactorily meets the financial obligation. If a student believes that he/she does not owe all or part of an unpaid obligation, the student should contact the university's Business Office. The Business Office, or other campus office to which the student may be referred by the Business Office, will review the information, including information the student may wish to present, and will advise the student of its conclusions concerning the debt.

 

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Withdrawal from University

 

A student has the right to cancel the Enrollment Agreement at anytime and obtain a refund of charges paid (except for the application fee) through attendance at the first class session, or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later. Refunds after this date will be based on a pro rata basis (See Student Eligibility for Tuition Refunds and Schedule of Refunds)

A petition for withdrawal from the University may be obtained from the Office of Admissions and Records. It is the responsibility of the student to secure the required signatures, to be cleared of all obligations and to file the withdrawal form with the Office of Admissions and Records. When this has been accomplished, the student will be eligible for withdrawal. Any refunds due to the student will be made by the university’ Business Office in compliance with the students Enrollment Agreement and the university’ Refund Policy. In the event of a verified medical condition which necessitates complete withdrawal from college, the student will be given approval for a medical withdrawal.

 

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Dismissal from Class and/ or the University

 

Excessive absences, disruptive behavior, or deliberate falsification of information are bases for dismissal from class and/or from the University for a period to be determined by the instructor, the program administrator, director of admissions and records and the vice president.

 

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Grievance Procedure

 

There are at times differences in the interpretation about school policies among students, faculties, and or administrative staffs. When this kinds of happenings happen, we urge all involved parties to communicate about any problems directly with the individuals involved. Normally, miscommunication and misunderstanding can be cleared during such "discussions" and the problem resolved. If necessary, the appropriate Dean should be contacted for the assistance.

 

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Changes in the Catalog

 

America Huntington University reserves the right to revise the information in the catalog if necessary, including not only changes in the curriculum, personnel, procedures, policies, but also fees.

America Huntington University is subject to any and all changes requested by the State of California as represented by the Bureau for Private Post secondary Education or by the Federal Government. America Huntington University is approved by the Bureau of Private Post secondary Education which is the state body legislated to approve degrees. America Huntington University degrees are accepted as covering the academic requirements leading to the state licensing under the Board of Behavioral Science. Please, note that state approval is not accreditation. America Huntington University does not yet hold regional accreditation and does not give federal loans.

 

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Catalog Accuracy Statement

 

America Huntington University's catalog describes the policies, procedures, rules and regulations by which the University operates the programs and services that it offers. The University endeavors to present this information to the public clearly and accurately. Every effort has been made to assure that the information presented is correct and up-to-date. The University assumes no responsibility for program changes or publication errors beyond its control. The catalog is updated annually and available in August of each year.

 

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Responsibility for Meeting Requirements

 

Each student must assume responsibility for compliance with the information set forth in this catalog, for satisfying prerequisites and/or core requisites for any course the student plans to take and for selecting the courses which will allow the student to attain his or her educational objectives. The University does not assume responsibility for misinterpretation by students of policies, procedures rules or regulations presented in this catalog.

 

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Statement of University Rights

 

This catalog is published to aid the student in making decisions leading to the accomplishment of academic goals. The policies, procedures, rules and regulations stated herein are for information only and in no way constitute an irrevocable contract between the student and America Huntington University.

Nothing in this catalog shall be construed, operate as, or have the effect of an abridgment or limitation of any rights, powers or privileges of the Board of Trustees or the President of America Huntington University. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of information in this catalog, changes in laws, rules and policies that occur from time-to-time may alter information contained in this publication. Further, the General Catalog is a generic publication; it is not intended or possible to be inclusive of all the information which pertain to the student and the University.

The University reserves the right to make program changes and rules revisions; to set and amend tuition, services and material charges; to make changes in which semester courses are offered, teaching assignments, degree requirements, student services, and administrative staff at its sole discretion without limitation or prior notice, subject to applicable law.

There are established procedures for making changes- procedures which protect the university's integrity and the individual student's interest and welfare. A curriculum or graduation requirement, when altered, is not made retroactive unless the alteration is to the advantage of the student and can be accommodated within the span of years normally required for graduation. The student should consult the appropriate office, administrative unit, the published schedule of classes or other appropriate university publications for current information. The University further reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant at the discretion of the Director of Admissions and Records and to disqualify, discontinue or exclude any student at the discretion of the President, the Vice President or the Director of Admissions and Records.

 

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Graduation Requirements

 

Students must meet the following requirements prior to graduating:

• Successfully complete all specified requirements for the enrolled program within the time limit;

• Complete a graduation assessment;

• Timely file all necessary forms for graduation;

• Submit the graduation and commencement fees;

• Settle all financial obligations with the university.

 

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The Doctoral Committee

 

Each student enrolled in a doctoral degree program is assigned to a Doctoral Committee. The Doctoral Committee supervises the student's doctoral program. A Chair for the committee is to be assigned by the Doctoral Committee.

The Chair of the Committee, in consultation with the Dean of Academic Affairs or School Dean, selects two (2) additional committee members to be assigned to the Doctoral Committee. The candidate cannot submit any petition for the change of the Doctoral Committee.

 

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Dissertation

 

Doctoral Course Students are required to complete a Dissertation. Doctoral Course Students are appointed a Doctoral Committee by the Dean of the school and Doctoral Course students must submit a proposal of the Dissertation to the committee for approval. Once the Dissertation has been approved, the student must then write a dissertation, under the supervision of the Doctoral Committee, demonstrating an ability to do significant research and scholarly analysis and to present findings and conclusions with precision and clarity. An abstract of 350 words which clearly sets forth the content and conclusion of the dissertation is to be filed and signed by the Doctoral Committee Chair.

Once approved by the Doctoral Committee, two copies of the dissertation, typographically perfect and bearing the signatures of the committee, must be filed with the School Dean before the given deadline. When the final copies are filed with the School Dean, the student is asked to sign a CD and copyright agreement. The dissertation, including the abstract, bibliography and appendix, is no less than 150 pages but not to exceed 500 pages.

 

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