Glossary
Academic
Resource Center
The purpose of the John R. Miller Academic
Resource Center (ARC) is to supplement the learning experience of
Goldey-Beacom College students. Students may come to the ARC to refine
their skills through professional and peer tutoring and multimedia
instructional programs or for review, in-depth study, or to take tests by
arrangement with faculty.
Blackboard
This server is used by many faculty to web
enhance their courses. As a student, you are automatically enrolled in the
'GBC Community Board' class. We post general information and announcements
in this area. Additional information regarding blackboard may be obtained
at
http://www.gbc.edu/acc/accounts.html.
Campus Web
A comprehensive portal solution called Internet
Campus Solution (ICS) provides students with access to their schedule,
course offerings, grades/unofficial transcript, aim (major) with a complete
listing of requirements met and unmet, student finances, online payment, and
more. Additional information regarding the campus web may be obtained
at http://www.gbc.edu/acc/accounts.html.
Course
The organized subject in which instruction
is offered within a semester.
Course Load
The value of credits for a course. Full
time students typically carry a course load of 12 to 18 credit hours per
semester. Part time students carry a course load less than 12 credits per
semester.
Course Prerequisite
A course requirement that must be met
before a higher-level course can be taken.
Credit Course
A course which counts towards a degree
and/or graduation requirement.
Credit Hours
Each course earns credit hours towards
graduation. The standard three credit hour course typically meets three
(50-minute) academic hours per week during a traditional 15-week semester.
Four-credit hour courses include work outside of the classroom utilizing
various labs, facilities, and College resources in addition to the
traditional 3 academic hours per week spent in class.
Cum Laude
Graduates who have attained superior
academic achievement are recognized. Degree curricula graduates who have
earned a final cumulative index between 3.600 and 3.799 are cited by being
graduated Cum Laude.
Developmental (Non-degree Credit) Courses
Developmental Courses may be recommended
for students who have recognized needs in a particular area of study.
Students will receive a grade for a developmental course. The grade will be
counted in the cumulative index, but the credits earned will not be
applicable to any degree program.
Drop/Add
After a student is officially registered
for classes, he/she may decide to drop (discontinue) or add a class. If a
student wishes to drop/add a class, he/she must see an advisor in the
Financial Aid/Advisement Office and go through the drop/add steps to make
any changes in their schedule. Students must adhere to the semester
drop/add policies.
Electives
An elective is a course which is not
required in a student’s concentration but will count toward completion of
degree requirements.
E-mail
A GBC e-mail account is established for every new student at the beginning
of each session. E-mail serves as the official means of sending
information to students by faculty and staff. These messages are sent
to the GBC e-mail address and students are expected to check it on a
frequent and consistent basis. Additional information regarding GBC
E-mail may be obtained at
http://www.gbc.edu/acc/accounts.html.
Financial Registration
Financial Registration is
the process of officially confirming enrollment. This confirmation is
completed when the student finalizes payment arrangements with the Business
Office. By financially registering, the student has acknowledged receipt of
the course schedule and is responsible for all tuition charges for the
semester/session. The student must complete the Financial Registration
process no later than the payment due date for each semester/session. The
Late Registration/Payment Fee is accessed to the student accounts of
returning students who do not complete this process within the prescribed
time frame.
Grade Point Average
A grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 must be
maintained to stay in good academic standing. Please see
how to calculate your grade point average.
Magna Cum Laude
Graduates who have attained superior
academic achievement are recognized. Degree curricula graduates who have
earned a final cumulative index between 3.800 and 3.999 are cited by being
graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Major or Field of Concentration
The specific program of study or degree
area which students determine they will devote most of their studies in
college.
Non-Degree Plan
A student who wishes to only take a select
few courses during one or two semesters instead of pursuing an actual degree
is considered a non-degree seeking student. A non-degree seeking student is
not eligible for Financial Aid.
Registration
Registration is the actual
process of selecting and enrolling in classes. Registration is required
before the actual start of classes for each semester.
Semester
The time period in which credit courses are
offered. A traditional academic year consists of two semesters which are
Fall and Spring. There are also non-traditional semesters offered during
Winter and Summer.
Session
The time period in which credit courses are
offered. A traditional semester consists of two eight-week sessions which
are Fall I and Fall II; and Spring I and Spring II. There are also
non-traditional sessions offered during Winter and Summer.
Summa Cum Laude
Graduates who have attained superior
academic achievement are recognized. Degree curricula graduates who have
earned a final cumulative index of 4.000 are cited by being graduated Summa
Cum Laude.
Transcript
The transcript is the official record of a
student’s academic performance, courses, and grades.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees are monies that a student
pays for educational instruction and student services. Please refer to
Tuition and Fees
to see the current costs.
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