2011-2013 CATALOG - The Art Institutes

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62 GRANTS: THE ART INSTITUTE OF PHOENIX INSTITUTIONAL GRANT PROGRAM Institutional need grant is available for students who demonstrate high financial need after financial aid is awarded and alternative loan funding has been exhausted. These funds are awarded on a first come, first serve basis to be used for direct education costs only, not to exceed $300 per student, per quarter. Contact: The Art Institute of Phoenix Student Financial Services Office Department 2233 West Dunlap Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85021 602.331.7500 or 800.474.2479 Eligibility: Must apply for federal aid and other financial aid and register for full time status. Deadline: Prior to beginning of academic year. THE ART INSTITUTES NEED-BASED GRANT PROGRAM The Art Institutes Need-Based Grant Program provides grants to students who show evidence of need and the motivation to complete the program. The amount of the grant varies according to the individual financial need of each student receiving the assistance, as determined by the Student Financial Services Office. The amounts are awarded for the current academic year, up to $300 per student per quarter. Contact: The Art Institute of Phoenix Student Financial Services Office Department 2233 West Dunlap Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85021 602.331.7500 or 800.474.2479 Eligibility: Financial need basis. Deadline: Prior to end of academic year. ACADEMIC COMPETITIVE GRANT (ACG) Description: The Academic Competitive Grant is available to students who are US citizens and Permanent Residents receiving a Pell Grant, are full time in their first or second year of college in a degree program, graduated from high school in 2005 or later, and took a program of study in high school that was considered to be rigorous. Each eligible student may receive two years of ACG. The award is up to $750 the first year and up to $1,300 the second year. To receive a second year grant, the student must have a 3.0 GPA at the end of the first year. How to apply: Applying for a Pell Grant (see above) allows a student to be considered for an ACG. In addition, the student must provide an official high school transcript. The Academic Affairs office at The Art Institutes will evaluate the transcript to determine if it meets the “rigorous program of study” requirement. How payments are made: If The Art Institute has a valid ISIR and a valid High School transcript that meets requirements, payments are credited directly to the student’s account in each quarter in which the student meets eligibility requirements. NATIONAL SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS ACCESS TO RETAIN TALENT (SMART) GRANTS Description: SMART Grants are available to eligible students in the third and fourth years of certain bachelor’s degree programs. Students receiving a Pell Grant, must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Residents, and have a 3.0 GPA. If transferring from another school, the student must have a 3.0 in classes for which credits are being transferred. The admissions office can provide the student with a list of eligible programs. Awards are up to $4,000 per year. How to apply: Applying for a Pell Grant (see above) allows a student to be considered for a National SMART Grant. How payments are made: If The Art Institute has have a valid ISIR, payments are credited directly to the student’s account in each quarter in which the student meets eligibility requirements. FEDERAL SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY GRANT (FSEOG) Description: FSEOGs are “gifts” of assistance to students. They are available to students who demonstrate exceptional financial need and who have not already received a bachelor’s degree. The amount available varies and program funds are limited. Eligible students generally receive from $300 to $1,200 for each academic year (three quarters or two semesters). Grants through this program do not have to be repaid. How to apply: Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school will receive an Institutional Student Information Report (ISIR) from the Federal Financial Aid Processor when you indicate the school as a choice on your FAFSA. The school will use the information from the ISIR to determine whether you are eligible for an FSEOG. If you bring or mail the FAFSA to the school, we can tell you if you will be eligible for an FSEOG and the approximate amount that you will receive. If you are eligible, you will be notified on your Student Financial Plan. How payments are made: If The Art Institute has a valid ISIR for you, we can receive your FSEOG funds directly from the federal government. Your account is then credited with your grant funds about 10 days before the first day of class each term. The credit is automatic as long as your financial paperwork is complete each year, you remain eligible for aid, and you officially register for classes each term. FEDERAL DIRECT STAFFORD STUDENT LOAN Description: Subsidized Federal Direct Student Loans carry a fixed interest rate. Contact the Student Financial Services Department for the most current interest rates. Eligibility is based on financial need. If you are eligible, you may borrow once per academic year as long as all of the required paperwork has been completed. The federal government pays the interest on a Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan while the student attends school, during the grace period, and during periods of deferment. The student is responsible for interest on an Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan. Amount: Dependent students may borrow combinations of Subsidized and Unsubsidized Federal Loans up to a maximum of $3,500 during the first grade level, $4,500 during the second grade level, and $5,500 for the third and fourth grade levels. Independent students and dependent students whose parents cannot borrow under the Federal PLUS Loan program (see next section) may borrow the maximum annual amounts stated above, plus an annual maximum of $6,000 in Unsubsidized Federal Loans for the first and second grade levels, and $7,000 in Unsubsidized Federal Loans for the third and fourth grade levels. A variable origination fee (up to 3%) and a variable insurance fee (up to 1%) are deducted from the amount borrowed for both Subsidized and Unsubsidized Direct Loans. Maximum loan amounts may be reduced for loan periods less than an academic year and if the student has previous loans. Amounts are accurate as of this printing. Please contact the Student Financial Services Department for the most current amounts. Repayment for Subsidized Loans: Repayment begins six months after you leave school or drop below half-time status.While you are in school in at least a half-time status and during the six-month grace period, the interest is “subsidized” by the federal government. Repayment for Unsubsidized Loans: Your first payment of principal is due six months after you leave school or drop below half-time status. Interest is paid quarterly while you are attending school or can be accrued during the in-school and six-month grace periods. If it accrues, it is added to the principal when you begin to repay the loan. See your Student Financial Aid Officer to obtain a sample loan repayment schedule. How payments are made: Federal Loans are usually sent directly to the school electronically. This process is called Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). With your authorization, the EFT loan funds are usually automatically credited to your tuition account prior to the beginning of each term. See the Student Financial Services Department for details. If your loan funds have not been received when you start class, we will defer payment of the school charges until the funds are received, as long as all of the paperwork has been completed. FEDERAL DIRECT PARENT LOAN FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS (FPLUS) Description: These loans are made directly to parents of dependent students. FPLUS Loans have a fixed interest rate. Contact the Student Financial Services Department for the most current interest rates. A credit evaluation is required to determine the parent’s eligibility for this loan. A parent may borrow up to the difference between the student’s educational costs and other financial aid the student receives for each academic year. A variable insurance fee (up to 1%) and a variable origination fee (up to 3%) are deducted from the amount borrowed. Repayment: Repayment begins within 60 days after the loan is fully disbursed. See your Student Financial Aid Officer to obtain a sample repayment plan. How payments are made: Most loan funds are electronically transmited to the school by a process called Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT).With the borrower’s permission, the loan proceeds will automatically be transferred to the student’s account; this usually occurs prior to the beginning of each term. THE ART INSTITUTE OF PHOENIX 2011-2013 COURSE CATALOG
FEDERAL PELL GRANT: Description: Eligibility is based on financial need and is determined by a standard Federal Formula upon completion of FAFSA by the student. The amount of Pell Grant changes each year based on Congressional amortizations; for the 2010-2011 award year, grants for full time eligible students range between $400 and $5550. How to Apply: Student must complete Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) How payments are made: Federal Loans are usually sent directly to the school electronically. This process is called Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). With your authorization, the EFT loan funds are usually automatically credited to your tuition account prior to the beginning of each term. See the Student Financial Services Department for details. If your loan funds have not been received when you start class, we will defer payment of the school charges until the funds are received, as long as all of the paperwork has been completed. FEDERAL WORK-STUDY Through the FederalWork-Study program, you have the opportunity to meet part of your expenses by working part-time on or off school premises. A limited number of jobs are available, with priority given to students with the greatest need. Our Student Financial Services Department has more details. The maximum a student can earn through this program is the amount of unmet need (the difference between expenses and all resources).Wages from this program may be paid directly to you as you earn them or as a credit to your school account. As with any job, several weeks may pass before you receive your first paycheck, so you will need to cover your own expenses initially. ALTERNATIVE LOAN PROGRAMS The Art Institutes participate in several alternative loan programs. Interest rates, processing fees, eligibility requirements, and repayment terms differ for each program. Alternative loans are through private lenders and usually require a credit check and/or a cosigner. Staff at the Student Financial Services Department can discuss these programs with you in more detail. Program availability and terms are subject to change. You can use alternative loans if you are eligible and need assistance beyond that available through traditional aid programs. Contact the Student Financial Services Department for application and eligibility requirements and a sample loan repayment schedule. STATE STUDENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Some states offer or promote educational loans, grants, and scholarship programs funded by individual state legislatures to help students obtain higher education. The eligibility criteria, amounts, and loan repayment obligations vary according to state regulations. The Student Financial Services Department can help you apply for the program in your state. VETERANS EDUCATION ACT The Veterans Education Act provides varying levels of assistance to eligible veterans, disabled veterans, and their dependents. If you are a veteran or the dependent of a veteran, contact your local Veterans Administration for more information. VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PROGRAMS Every state has programs to help people with physical and mental disabilities. Some states offer retraining programs for people who have been out of the job market for a length of time. Eligibility criteria and amounts vary according to state regulations. For more information, contact your local vocational rehabilitation office, unemployment office, or your state department of human resources. ACADEMIC AFFAIRS Getting Started: Orientation Before starting their first quarter, all new students must attend Orientation, which includes a presentation on The Art Institute of Phoenix, a presentation by the Academic Directors and faculty about academic life and academic success in college, a meeting with the Academic Director in the student’s program of study, picking up supply kits, supplies and ID cards, as well as completion of registration, financial aid arrangements, placement or exemption testing, as needed, and attending social events. The purpose of the Orientation is to ensure that all new students receive the information and support necessary for a smooth transition into The Art Institute of Phoenix community. Orientation activities begin the week prior to each quarterly start. Involvement can play an important role in achieving academic success as a student. The Faculty After Orientation, students begin classes and officially embark on their academic careers. Supporting and guiding them at every step are The Art Institute of Phoenix’s faculty, many with professional experience in their industries, all enthusiastic about teaching, and committed to the success of their students. LIBRARY The mission of The Art Institute of Phoenix Library is to encourage learning, stimulate intellectual curiosity, and foster the creativity of the students, faculty, and staff. In addition, the library actively supports and encourages the adoption of life long learning abilities for use in the pursuit of the cultivation, development, and refinement of information literacy skills as demonstrated by the recognition, evaluation, and location of information and resources required to satisfy fully the individual’s information needs. The Art Institute of Phoenix Library executes this mission by (1) fully supporting the Mission Statement of The Art Institute of Phoenix; (2) developing, maintaining, and continuously reviewing its collection in order to provide our students, faculty and staff with a diverse collection of materials and; (3) the active promotion of the library and all its resources. The Library supports The Art Institute of Phoenix’s educational mission by providing employers with skilled graduates prepared by experienced faculty using a market driven curricula. The Library recognizes that it is an integral piece in the overall support and execution of The Art Institute of Phoenix’s curriculum and plays a vital role in preparing well-rounded students who demonstrate the skills necessary to conduct scholarly research within their chosen occupational field. The Library is committed to responding to the innovative nature of the diverse and highly specialized technical and creative educational career programs offered by The Art Institute of Phoenix. The Library’s mission in general is based on a deep commitment to the principles expressed in the American Library Associations (ALA) Bill of Rights and Code of Ethics. With the core of our philosophic approach to the provision of library services encapsulated in the ALA Freedom to Read Statement which reads, in part, “to provide an environment that encourages the free exchange of ideas and access to a broad range of viewpoints and expressions.” The Library is located on the first floor, offering a wide variety of materials including books, magazines, DVDs, and a CD collection including royalty-free, sound effects, and video clips for students to use in assignments and portfolio development. Auxiliary Resources Integral to the library resources at The Art Institute of Phoenix are several auxiliary departmental resource areas located throughout the facility. The Art Institute of Phoenix emphasizes and provides these resources for specific skill development and independent work. For example, the resource area in the Video Department includes the cameras, tripods, studio lighting, meters, stands, etc., that may be checked out by students. In the Interior Design Department, a resource area is maintained with fabric and building samples, catalogs, reference floor plans, and elevations for inclusion in student projects. Master tapes, demonstration tapes, and audio and video equipment are available for student checkout in the Video Cage. Other principal programs have similar resource areas specifically dedicated to their career fields. OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR The Registrar’s Office is part of the Academic Affairs Department. This office is responsible for student information and grades, attendance records, schedules, transcripts, and certification of Veterans’ benefits. Additionally, the Registrar’s Office monitors each student’s academic progress and compliance with The Art Institute of Phoenix’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAPP). ONLINE COURSES The Art Institute of Phoenix offers selected online courses through a consortium agreement with The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division. Online courses are 5 ½ weeks in Length. They are delivered in an asynchronous electronic mode, which means that students can work on the course anytime. Students are required to log in to the course four out of each seven days in the class week (each of the four (OKAY) log-ins must be during a separate 24-hour period). Students are able to access assignments, lectures, study questions; participate in discussions; and post assignments. All attendance/postings to eCollege must be completed before 3:00 a.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST). A one-day period is defined as the period of twenty-four hours from 3:01 a.m. MST to 3:00 a.m. MST the following day. For a post to count as attendance towards a particular day, it must be completed within this time period. For example, if a student posts on Wednesday 2:58 a.m. MST, it counts as attendance for Tuesday. If the same student posts seven minutes later at 3:05 a.m. MST, it counts as attendance on Wednesday. Student participation in the course is required in addition to submitting formal assignments for the course. Because only the delivery modes of the courses differ, students will use textbooks or ebooks and other supplementary learning materials just as if attending the same class on-ground at The Art Institute of Phoenix. However, Online courses may use different textbooks and/or software than THE ART INSTITUTE OF PHOENIX 2011-2013 COURSE CATALOG 63
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