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Academic Regulations
Academic Year Associate Degrees
Course Requirements
Grade Point Average
Credit Hours Earned after Last Term of Residence
Second and/or Subsequent Associate Degrees
Note: No more than one Associate of General Education degree may be earned. Credit earned in a concentration or major may be used to meet the requirements of only one associate degree. Credit earned in a concentration or major may not be used retroactively to satisfy the requirements of another associate degree. Only one degree will be conferred on a student at any commencement ceremony.
Attendance Policy
Auditing a Course
Baccalaureate Degrees
Course Requirements
Grade Point Average
Note: Students earning a degree in education should refer to that section of this catalog for special requirements.
Residency Requirements
Credit Hours Earned after Last Term of Residence
General Education Competency Exam
Second Baccalaureate Degree
Class Size
College Credit Definitions
Regular Credits
Laboratory Credits
Residence Credits
Credit by Examination Some departments of the University have developed challenge examinations in areas which, with approval of the Academic Council, can be used in lieu of certain required courses. Consult the respective department chairs for additional information.
Course Sequences
Upper level courses
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| Grade | Description | Credit |
Grade points per credit hour |
| A | Excellent | Yes | 4 |
| B | Above Average | Yes | 3 |
| C | Average | Yes | 2 |
| D | Below Average | Yes | 1 |
| F | Failure | No | 0 |
| FA | Failure due to excessive absences | No | 0 |
| I | Incomplete | No | 0 |
| P | Pass | Yes | 0 |
| AU | Audit | No | 0 |
| W | Withdrawal prior to midterm | No | 0 |
| WP | Withdrawal passing | No | 0 |
| WF | Withdrawal with academic penalty | No | 0 |
| DR | Dropped course prior to midterm | No | 0 |
| DP | Dropped course passing | No | 0 |
| DF | Dropped course with academic penalty | No | 0 |
| NG | No grade reported by
faculty at end of term (awarded by registrar) |
No | 0 |
Chancellor's Honor List
Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for
12 semester hours (six semester hours for accelerated terms) and who earn a
grade point average of 4.00 qualify for the Chancellor’s List, which is
published at the end of each term. A Troy University part-time student who
earns a 4.00 grade point average on twelve consecutive semester hours of
credit will also be named on the Chancellor’s List.
Provost's Honor List
Full-time undergraduate students who are registered for
12 semester hours (six semester hours for accelerated terms) and who have a
grade point average of 3.65 or higher qualify for the Provost’s List, which
is published at the end of each term. A Troy University part-time student
who averages 3.65 or higher on twelve consecutive semester hours of credit
will also be named on the Provost’s List.
Graduation with Honors
To be eligible for graduation honors, students must
have earned a minimum of 30 semester hours of non-pass/fail work at Troy
University prior to their final registration. Honors will be computed based
on the average of all hours attempted at Troy University and transfer
credit, excluding any remedial courses. The last term of enrollment is NOT
calculated towards graduation honors.
Undergraduate honor students are awarded differentiated diplomas as follows:
Cum Laude: Grade point average of 3.40
Magna Cum Laude: Grade point average of 3.60
Summa Cum Laude: Grade point average of 3.80
Inclement Weather
and Emergency Situations
Both faculty and students are responsible for meeting
all assigned classes. In the event of inclement weather, faculty and
students will be expected to attend classes as usual as long as they may do
so without risking peril to themselves or to others. During periods of
inclement weather, faculty and students will not be penalized for absences
dictated by perilous conditions. In severe cases of inclement weather or
other emergency conditions, each campus will announce cancellation of
classes through local and regional media as well as through the University’s
web site.
Incomplete
Grade
This incomplete grade policy replaces all other
incomplete grade policies as of Aug. 1, 2006.
The instructor may report an “Incomplete (I)” for a student whose progress in a course has been satisfactory (e.g. the student is passing the course), but who is unable to complete the course grading requirements because of documented circumstances beyond his/her control.
Time limit for removal of incomplete grade
No incomplete may exceed ten weeks from the date it is
assigned. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor
regarding the deadline for completing all course requirements. Any student
who receives a grade of incomplete must adhere to the work completion
deadline set by the instructor, not to exceed the end of the designated ten
week period. This deadline applies whether or not the student re-enrolls for
the semester or term following the assignment of the incomplete grade(s).
Failure to clear the incomplete within the specified time period (not to
exceed ten weeks) will result in the assignment of a grade of “F” for the
course.
For the purposes of implementation of this policy, the day the grade is assigned is determined by the University master calendar. A student who wishes to be assigned an incomplete grade must request this from the instructor prior to the assignment of final grades for the course.
Learning
Contracts
Troy University Montgomery Campus Division Distance
Learning and Extended Academic Services offers courses using public and
cable television, print, and the Internet/World Wide Web. This instruction
is delivered to students both within the University's local service
territory and beyond through the use of a range of traditional and newer
communication technologies.
The Division subscribes to the Southern Regional Education Board's Principles of Good Practice as developed by the Educational Technology Cooperative's Electronic Common Market.
A list of resident courses developed as contract learning courses that may be taken in a distance learning environment are available in print from the Learning Contract Office or online at http://montgomery.troy.edu/DL/learningcontracts/.
Placement in
Academic Courses
A student may be placed in an advanced section of a
given subject area if the student’s record indicates a high degree of
achievement or if it indicates the student has successfully completed
studies that should not be duplicated. Troy University does not accept
placement exemptions granted by other institutions. For more information,
students should consult their academic advisers and/or the respective
academic departments.
(Troy University courses only)
Students who were enrolled prior to Fall 2005 need to
see their academic adviser before repeating a course.
Effective Fall 2005, a student may repeat a course in which a grade of D, F, FA, DF, NG, NC, or WF is received. However, permission to have the previous grade removed, or “forgiven,” from the GPA calculation will be granted only one time. Any subsequent attempts will be counted in the GPA.
The last grade received will be the grade counted. This policy does not apply to those seeking a degree in education; all hours attempted in the required program of study must be used in their grade point averages.
A student may repeat a course in which a grade of C is received provided advance permission is obtained from the dean. The option to repeat a prerequisite course must be exercised before any course is taken for which the repeated course is a prerequisite. A student may not repeat a course after graduation in order to alter the GPA at the date of graduation.
Permission may be granted only one time per course to have the previous grade not counted in the GPA calculation. No course can be used more than once towards degree requirements, unless the course is specifically designated by the department as a repeatable credit (e.g. some music courses may be taken more than once for credit).
No student shall receive credit for the same course twice, unless the course description specifically states that the course may be repeated for credit.
Readmission
To be readmitted to the University, students who have
been out of attendance with the University for one year or more must apply
through the Admission’s Office. The following categories are available:
Registration
Students should register during designated registration
times. Once students have registered for a course or courses, they have
incurred a financial commitment which must be met. Students should contact
their local campus Business Office to pay their tuition and fees in order to
finalize their registration and insure their enrollment in the classes they
have selected. Students have not completed registration until arrangements
have been made for the payment of tuition and fees. Students can pay their
tuition on line by accessing the Trojan Web Express.
Students who fail to attend a class without following drop/withdrawal policies will receive a grade of FA, and those students will still be charged full tuition and fees. Students with an outstanding balance will not be permitted to register for future terms.
Registration in
Special Programs
1. Contract Program
Entering students who do not find a stated program which meets their specific needs should consult the department chair to discuss the possibility of a contract program, which normally consists of at least 30 hours of a regular academic major and 30 hours of agreed upon electives which contribute to the student’s program of study, not to exceed 77 semester hours. All General Studies requirements must be met. See the appropriate department chair.
2.
Accelerated Study for Superior Students
This opportunity permits enrollment in an accelerated
or broadened program through registration for credit hours above the normal
load. For specific credit loads permitted, see Credit Load.
3.
Independent Study and Research
This program consists of several special study and
research courses.
Guided Independent Research, Guided Independent Study, and Honors Independent Study are offered in various departments.
Guided Independent Research (course numbers 4491 and 4492, one to three credit hours per course): Undergraduate research with attention to critical evaluation of research techniques, methods and procedures. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing with a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, permission of guiding professor, approval of the department chair and dean. A written request must be submitted to the department chair at least two weeks in advance of the term the research is to be undertaken; application forms are available in University Records. Guided Independent Research may be taken only in the applicant’s major or minor field.
Guided Independent Study (course numbers 4493 and 4494, one to three credit hours per course): Supervised study through internship, field or laboratory projects, guided readings, creative endeavors, or achievement in specific skills. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing, permission of guiding professor, approval of the department chair and dean. A written request must be submitted to the department chair at least two weeks in advance of the term in which the study is to be undertaken; application forms are available in the University Records.
Honors Independent Study (course number 4498, one to three credit hours per course).
4. Non-traditional Study
See Credit by Examination and Experiential Credit.
5. Off-campus Courses
Courses offered to groups of a minimum of 20 students,
prepared on demand with approval of the Provost. Students admitted to a
Troy University off-campus course will be admitted on a conditional basis
and must earn a minimum of 20 semester hours with a grade point average of
2.0 or better to be admitted as a regular student to the campus.
Requirements for
Graduation
Students who do not complete degree requirements within
eight years after first entering Troy University, and students not attending
Troy University for three consecutive calendar years, must meet all degree
requirements current at the time of readmission.
Students who were enrolled at the time Troy University merged under one accreditation may remain with their bulletin or elect to change permanently to the 2005-2006 undergraduate catalog. No student will be academically penalized because of the University’s decision to consolidate under one accreditation.
Filing for Graduation
An Intent to Graduate form should be filed with the
Record’s Office at the beginning of the term prior to the term of
graduation.
Degree Plans / Academic Evaluations
Academic Evaluations are available in the Record’s
Office.
Retention
Conditionally Admitted Students
These students must earn a 2.0 or higher grade point
average on the first 24 semester hours attempted or be dropped from program.
Unconditionally Admitted Students
Probation
A student must earn or maintain a 2.0 average or higher
or be placed on probation. A student on probation is limited to 13 semester
hours (seven semester hours for accelerated terms) and must earn a minimum
of a 2.0 average each subsequent term until the overall grade point average
reaches the 2.0 level.
Suspension
A student on probation who fails to earn a term grade
point average of 2.0 or higher will be suspended. A student’s first academic
suspension will be for one semester/term; the second suspension will be for
two semesters/terms; and a third suspension will be for an indefinite
period.
Suspension Period Regulations
Courses completed at any institution during a
suspension period will not be accepted for credit. Students placed on
indefinite suspension may petition for readmission following a period of
twelve months.
Readmition after Suspension
A student returning after a suspension will be
readmitted on probation. A student must earn or maintain a 2.0 average or
higher or be placed on probation. A student on probation is limited to 13
semester hours (seven semester hours for accelerated terms) and must earn a
minimum of a 2.0 average each subsequent term until the overall grade point
average reaches the 2.0 level. Failure to meet the 2.0 term/semester GPA
will result in further suspension. Suspension from all other colleges will
be honored, including all Troy University locations.
Servicemembers'
Opportunity College Program
Troy University is an affiliate member of The
Servicemembers’ Opportunity College (SOC) network which is designed to
permit active duty military service students/spouses/dependents/Civil
Service employees to pursue college level programs without penalty for
unusual situations and transfer over which they have no control. Upon
request, Troy University will issue a SOC contract for degree completion to
any military or civil service student or his/her dependent(s), if he/she is
reassigned prior to degree completion. In order to obtain a SOC contract,
the student must have completed the residency requirement (30 semester hours
with 12 semester hours in each major field of study) and must have at least
a 2.0 (4.0 scale) or an overall C average with Troy University. The SOC
contract will list all the courses required for graduation with Troy
University. All course work must be completed at accredited colleges or
universities or from acceptable non-traditional sources, if applicable.
For associate degree candidates, 15 semester hours, nine of which must be in the major area of concentration, are required to meet residency requirements. Students must complete degree requirements within seven calendar years after the SOC contract is approved.
Transient Credit
A currently enrolled student who wishes to study at
another institution for a term should consult with the Record’s Office
concerning procedures and required approvals. Any courses taken by a student
after the initial registration with Troy University must have prior approval
by the University, and transient hours must be included with the student’s
semester load for load-limit purposes. If a student takes coursework at
another institution without proper transient authorization, the University
reserves the right to deny credit for these courses.
Withdrawal
Also see: “drop.”
Definition: Student is no longer enrolled in any course(s).
Students who, for any reason, register for classes but do not attend must notify the Records Office in writing to withdraw prior to the first class meeting. Any student who fails to do so will be responsible for payment of fees and will be charged with failing grades.
Registration for a course makes the student responsible for completing the course unless withdrawal from the course or from the University is authorized. Students who withdraw after classes begin must complete and process the withdrawal form to protect their records. Withdrawal forms are available in the Student Services office, Registrar’s office or the student’s site office. Exit interviews are required for all withdrawals.
Students who withdraw during any term after the last day to withdraw without academic penalty will be awarded the grade of WP (Withdraw Passing) or WF (Withdraw Failing). The WP grade will not affect a student’s grade point average; however, the grade of WF will be calculated as an F grade.
Explanation of Grade Status at the Time of Withdrawal
Before the last day to drop deadline: The symbol "W" (withdrawal) will be entered on the student’s record for each course, and the hours will not be charged as attempted. See the Schedule of Classes for the exact date.
After last day to drop deadline: With the exception of those who withdraw for documented reasons beyond their control, students who leave the university after the last day to drop will be assigned the symbol "WP" or "WF" for each course. Students who receive the "WF" will be charged with hours attempted in the overall grade point average. See the Schedule of Classes for the exact date.
| Test Title and Number | Course |
Credit Hours |
Accepted Score |
| SE 450 Principles of Statistics | QM 2241 | 3 | 48 |
| SE 470 Human Cultural Geography | GEO 2210 or 3300 | 3 | 48 |
| SE 473 A History of the Vietnam War | History elective | 3 | 50 |
| SF 474 Ethics in America with Essay | PHI 2204 or PHI elective | 3 | 53 |
| SF 483 Civil War and Reconstruction | HIS 4413 or HIS elective | 3 | 50 |
| SF 490 Lifespan Developmental Psychology | PSY 3300 | 3 | 57 |
| SF 494 General Anthropology | SOC 2200 or ANT 2200 | 3 | 47 |
| SE 496 Introduction to World Religions | REL 2280 | 3 | 50 |
| SF 497 Introduction to Criminal Justice | CJ 2221 | 3 | 50 |
| SF 498 Criminal Justice | CJ 1101 | 3 | 49 |
| SF 500 Astronomy | SCI 2235 | 3 | 48 |
| SE 512 Principles of Physical Science | SCI 2233 | 3 | 50 |
| SE 519 Physical Geology | SCI 2234 or free elective | 3 | 54 |
| SE 525 Principles of Finance Accounting | ACT 2291 | 3 | 49 |
| SF 530 Personnel/Human Resource Management | MGT 3375 | 3 | 48 |
| SF 531 Organizational Behavior | MGT 4472 | 3 | 48 |
| SE 543 Introduction to Business | BAN 1101 | 3 | 48 |
| SF 548 Money and Banking | ECO 3353 | 3 | 48 |
| SF 562 Fundamentals of Counseling | PSY 4402 | 3 | 50 |
|
Test Title and Number |
Course |
Credit Hours |
Accepted Score |
|
SE 450 Principles of Statistics |
QM 2241 |
3 |
48 |
|
SE 470 Human Cultural Geography |
GEO 2210 or 3300 |
3 |
48 |
|
SE 473 A History of the Vietnam War |
History elective |
3 |
50 |
|
SF 474 Ethics in America with Essay |
PHI 2204 or PHI elective |
3 |
53 |
|
SF 483 Civil War and Reconstruction |
HIS 4413 or HIS elective |
3 |
50 |
|
SF 490 Lifespan Developmental Psychology |
PSY 3300 |
3 |
57 |
|
SF 494 General Anthropology |
SOC 2200 or ANT 2200 |
3 |
47 |
|
SE 496 Introduction to World Religions |
REL 2280 |
3 |
50 |
|
SF 497 Introduction to Criminal Justice |
CJ 2221 |
3 |
50 |
|
SF 498 Criminal Justice |
CJ 1101 |
3 |
49 |
|
SF 500 Astronomy |
SCI 2235 |
3 |
48 |
|
SE 512 Principles of Physical Science |
SCI 2233 |
3 |
50 |
|
SE 519 Physical Geology |
SCI 2234 or free elective |
3 |
54 |
|
SE 525 Principles of Finance Accounting |
ACT 2291 |
3 |
49 |
|
SF 530 Personnel/Human Resource Management |
MGT 3375 |
3 |
48 |
|
SF 531 Organizational Behavior |
MGT 4472 |
3 |
48 |
|
SE 543 Introduction to Business |
BAN 1101 |
3 |
48 |
|
SF 548 Money and Banking |
ECO 3353 |
3 |
48 |
|
SF 562 Fundamentals of Counseling |
PSY 4402 |
3 |
50 |
Test costs
These tests are free for military personnel. Contact
the Base Education Office.
Military dependents, civil service, military retirees, guard and reserve members (with valid DOD identification cards) may take the exams on base for a fee.
Test availability
Tests on this list may not always be available. The
listing changes frequently.
Application of DANTES credit
DANTES credit cannot be awarded for any courses for
which credit has already been awarded.
Advanced Placement
A variety of AP exams are accepted at Troy University.
Scores of 3 or higher are accepted for college credit. Students must request
credit through the University Records office.
Effective Fall 2005
| Clep Exam Title | Course |
Credit Hours |
Score |
| French: Level 1 & 2 (TG050)** | FRN 1101 and 1102 | 6 | 50 |
| German: Level 1 & 2 (TG051)** | GER 1121 and 1122 | 6 | 50 |
| Spanish: Level 1 & 2 (TE052)** | SPN 1141 and 1142 | 6 | 50 |
| Freshman College Composition with Essay (TA061) | ENG 1101 and 1102 | 6 | 50 |
| Principles of Management (TE018) | MGT 3371 | 3 | 50 |
| Principles of Accounting (TG019) | ACT 2291 | 3 | 50 |
| Principles of Accounting (TG019) | ACT 2292 | 3 | 50 |
| Introductory Macroeconomics (TE036) | ECO 2251 | 3 | 50 |
| Introductory Microeconomics (TD037) | ECO 2252 | 3 | 50 |
| Principles of Marketing (TF023)* | MKT 3361 | 3 | 50 |
| Information Systems and Computer Applications (TA060) | CIS 2241 | 3 | 50 |
| Introductory Sociology (TGG034) | SOC 2275 | 3 |