2008-2009 Catalog - Graduate School - Bethel University

Table of ContentsGeneral InformationPublications...................................................................................................... 1Policies............................................................................................................. 1Accreditation and Membership......................................................................... 2Catalog Information.......................................................................................... 2Bethel University Mission.................................................................................. 2College of Adult & Professional Studies and Graduate School Mission.............. 3Graduate School Purpose.................................................................................. 3Bethel University Structure............................................................................... 3Bethel Community Expectations....................................................................... 5Academic CalendarFall Semester 2008............................................................................................ 6Spring Semester 2009....................................................................................... 6Summer Session 2009....................................................................................... 7AdmissionAdmission Requirements.................................................................................. 8General Requirements for Admission to the Graduate School.................... 8Admission Requirements: All Doctoral-Level Programs............................. 9Admission Requirements: All Master’s-Level Programs............................ 10Admission Requirements: Specific Majors, Licensures, or Certificates...... 10Admission Categories...................................................................................... 18Admission Calendar........................................................................................ 19Cohort Cancellation Policy............................................................................. 20FinancesTypical Student Costs for 2008-2009.............................................................. 21Payment Options............................................................................................ 21Refund Schedule and Withdrawal Policy......................................................... 22Past Due Accounts.......................................................................................... 22Finance Charges.............................................................................................. 23Transcript Hold............................................................................................... 23Financial Clearance for Graduation................................................................. 23Health and Accident Care and Coverage......................................................... 23Financial Aid................................................................................................... 23Application Procedure............................................................................. 23Programs................................................................................................. 23Criteria.................................................................................................... 24Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy............................................ 24Probation and Termination...................................................................... 25Appeals................................................................................................... 26Re-establishing Financial Aid Eligibility................................................... 26Return of Title IV Funds Policy............................................................... 26