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Distance
Learning
Interamerican
University's Mission and Values
Mission
Benefits
of I.A.U.
University
Policy
Accreditation
Educational
Affiliations
Professional
Affiliations
How
Distance Education Works
Step
by Step to a Degree
Student
Information
About
Distance Learning
In keeping
with the ever-changing needs of students, I.A.U. offers two
distance learning options: Correspondence and On-line programs
and courses, however, since the On-line possibility through
the virtual campus is considered as an On-Campus extension,
we will refer to the Correspondence offering as our true distance
learning program This option provides students with the flexibility
and convenience of continuing education, without the inconveniences
associated with commuting to a specific geographic location.
Students
are able to attend college courses from home or at places
and times which are convenient to them.
On-line
course enrolments are limited to fifteen students and may
consist of learners from around the world. Students and faculty
members interact with each other in a virtual campus environment.
Participants
may connect to the on-line campus 24 hours a day, seven days
a week to upload work completed off-line or download materials
that others have been updated since the student’s last
connect time. Additionally, students and faculty may communicate
in real-time.
On-line
learning requires a high level of commitment and motivation
from both faculty and students. Students must be committed
to:
•
read the textbook, manual and/or other materials
• participate three to five times per week with class
members and the instructor, and
• prepare quizzes, tests, case studies and other written
assignments
This commitment
equates to approximately eight to twelve hours per week.
Individuals
interested in participating in on-line courses must have access
to an Internet connection via an ISP (Internet Service Provider),
a computer, email software, word processing software and an
Internet browser.
Individuals
interested in learning more about the on-line courses and
the Distance Education Program should visit InterAmerican
University’s web site at: http://www.iauniversity.net
2710 Broadway
New York, NY 10025
Tel. (212) 465-3434
Fax. (734) 448-8254
Web Site:
http://www.iauniversity.net
E-Mail: info@iauniversity.net
Distance
learning at InterAmerican University offers students the opportunity
to study at one of the most innovative universities from anywhere
in the world!. The I.A.U. is distinguishing itself as one
of the premiere distance learning programs today.
Distance
learning gives students the flexibility to earn a quality
education where and when it suits their schedules. IAU's distance
learning courses have the same objectives, rigorous work load,
tuition and academic credit as most on-campus courses. Delivery
methods are driven by the needs of the learner, the learning
situation, and objectives of the course. Today, thousands
of students across the United States and overseas enroll each
year in IAU's distance learning programs.
Most students
can take classes and study anywhere, at times that are convenient
and flexible for them. Educational programs currently offered
by IAU through distance learning carry no residency requirements
and are easily accessible for all.
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INTERAMERICAN
UNIVERSITY'S MISSION AND VALUES
"Get
me an institution where I am not called through my number
and I will change the world." Steven Douglas, 1993.
InterAmerican
University is a learning community that seeks to serve society
by educating the leaders of tomorrow and extending the frontiers
of knowledge and commitment.
In keeping
with the founding vision of Steven Douglas, our community
fosters personal discovery and growth, nurtures scholarship
and creativity across a broad range of common knowledge, and
engages men and women from every segment of society in this
quest. We pursue understanding beyond the limitations of existing
knowledge, ideology, and disciplinary structure. We affirm
the value to individuals and society of the cultivation and
enrichment of the human mind and spirit.
Our faculty,
students, alumni, and staff strive toward these objectives
in a context of freedom with responsibility. We foster initiative,
integrity, and excellence, in an environment of collegiality,
civility and responsible stewardship. As an international
university, we apply the results of our endeavors in service
to our alumni, the surrounding community, and the world.
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The aim
of InterAmerican University is to facilitate higher education
programs to non residential students, providing adult learners
throughout the world with educational opportunities to acquire
a wide body of knowledge in a recognized academic area or
discipline.
Our priority
is to provide the best possible experience for students in
a friendly and caring environment. We offer an extensive range
of degree and other higher level courses, supported by well
qualified and helpful staff, and the most modern teaching/learning
methodologies. Modular courses give opportunities for wide
subject choice and interesting combinations. People returning
to study are welcome, helped by our flexible approach to entry
qualifications. It is what you are capable of achieving rather
than what you have already done, which interests us.
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Mission
The
university’s mission is to seek advance interpersonal
skills and self knowledge. InterAmerican University places
a major emphasis upon quality in the education experience
of each student. IAU’s academic programs offer the breath
and depth of knowledge necessary to assure the graduates with
professional skills with productive carrier pursuits. IAU
admits students of any race, religion, social and/or economical
condition, sex or national origin to all rights privileges
and programs. InterAmerican University recruits students from
all over the world thus creating a true international atmosphere.
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Benefits
of I.A.U.
The
University enjoys high academic standards while offering a
variety of programs, customize degree courses, full students
support, commutative tuition fees, rolling admission policy
divers student body, international recognition, highly qualified
and competent faculty, excellence in research, ESL program
and students welfare services.
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University
Policy
InterAmerican
University strives to promote equality of opportunity in all
of its works. We try to create a welcoming environment for
every one regardless of personal circumstances and/or conditions.
We strongly encourage application from all sections of the
community especially mature returning to study, women and
a member of ethnic or other minority groups.
To
encourage applications from disadvantage people, the university
has limited resources to help students in limited circumstances
like hardship, childcare needs, physical disability etc.
The
university undertakes to take all reasonable steps to provide
education services in the manner set out in the prospectus.
It does not, how ever, guarantee the provision of such services.
Should industrial actions or circumstances beyond the control
of the university interfere with its ability to provide education
services, the university undertakes to use all reasonable
steps to minimize the resultant disruption to those services.
InterAmerican
University's Distance Education and External Degree Programs
were founded to meet the needs of both modern professionals
and those seeking to enter the professional fields. The University
offers distance education and external degree programs to
men and women of all ages in many areas of the helping professions,
social sciences, business, education and industry.
As
we enter another Millennium, the reality of life in much of
the world is that a university degree has become essential
if a person wishes to succeed in almost any professional field.
Unfortunately, in the economic climate of the world of today,
more than simply hard work is required to gain the advantages
one seeks in life. A university degree has become the doorway
to a higher standing in one's career and community. A prestigious
InterAmerican University education and degree can assist students
in attaining the standing they deserve. A Bachelor's, Master's,
or Doctorate degree from InterAmerican University can help
them with increased opportunity in both career advancement
and personal achievement. In today's highly competitive vocational
environments, where few advance without a university education,
InterAmerican University can help its students in their vision
to build a solid vocational base. Few other credentials can
open the exciting doors to their future that a university
degree will.
Students
of InterAmerican University, Distance Education Division,
value the ability to conduct independent study and are willing
to accept the challenge of completing a highly respected university
degree without the need to attend on-campus classes. The experienced
adult who wishes to gain recognition for past educational,
occupational and life achievements respects and appreciates
the value placed on their previous accomplishments by InterAmerican
University through the awarding of credit for work already
completed.
InterAmerican
University offers degree programs to students from all over
the world. We are highly dedicated to helping our students
meet their objectives of completing their degree programs
and moving on to advanced standing and greater opportunity
to achieve their goal of being successful in their careers.
Please
note that is our policy that no degree may be granted in less
than a one year minimum time period. Many programs may take
3 or 4 years, or significantly longer, to complete.
Please
note that InterAmerican University is not fully accredited
by any national accrediting agency of the U.S.A. nor association
listed by the United States Commissioner of Education.
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Accreditation
InterAmerican
University is accredited by the International Association
of Universities and Schools (I.A.U.S.). and by the International
Council on Education. Both of them are private accrediting
associations, not affiliated with any government agency, which
is designed to meet the needs of non-traditional education
worldwide.
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Educational
Affiliations
Either
directly or through its different schools and colleges, InterAmerican
University is a member of the following educational associations
and organizations:
United States Distance Learning Association
International Council for Innovation in Higher Education
National Business Education Association
North American Association for Environmental Education
Student Environmental Action Coalition
Institute for Earth Education
Accredited Institution, Environmental Assessment Association
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Professional
Affiliations
Either
directly or through its different schools and colleges, InterAmerican
University is a member of the following professional associations
and organizations:
American Society for Quality Control
American Society of Law Enforcement Trainers
National EMR Alliance
National Groundwater Association
National Health Federation
National Society of Environmental Consultants
Professional Business Leaders of America
Society for Business Ethics
Chamber of Commerce
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How
Distance Education Works
Using
the distance education learning system, InterAmerican University
provides instruction and academic support to students who
are not located in close proximity to a school. In fact, it
is possible to complete all studies from virtually anywhere
in the world. As we stated before there are absolutely no
residency requirements. Although students do not attend classes,
InterAmerican University is committed to maintaining the highest
academic standards. The curriculum and course material used
in distance education may be in many ways comparable to those
used in campus-bound programs; most textbooks are standard
college texts and authoritative guides to the subjects presented.
Moreover, InterAmerican University provides students with
access to faculty eight hours a day, something not often available
in many traditional universities.
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Step
by Step to a Degree
1.
Getting Started
Upon
enrolling in InterAmerican University, the student will be
sent all necessary materials to begin his/her program. This
includes textbooks, course work, and assignments or examinations.
As he/she progresses through the program he/she will receive
additional books and course materials as needed. He/she will
also receive a Student Handbook that contains detailed information
on university policies and procedures, as well as practical
advice that can be helpful to him/her in completing his/her
academic program. Each course is carefully designed to lead
him/her step-by-step through the course material until he/she
is ready to take the final assignment or examination.
2.
Phase By Phase
Each
Bachelor's program consists of four phases. Phases I and II
include general education courses, such as history, ecology,
and strategies for learning. Credit for Life and Work Experience
and transfer credit can replace courses in Phases I and II.
Phases
III and IV include the courses in your major -- Business Administration,
Environmental Science, Education, Psychology, etc.
3.
Course Work & Examinations
With
each course students are provided a standardized course outline
which lists course objectives, learning outcomes, assignments,
tests, and examinations. Each course is divided into several
modules; each module covers several chapters in the textbook
with a connecting theme to guide the student.
Most
courses consist of a combination of course assignments, tests,
and exams:
·
Self tests, normally several for each module, are provided
as learning tools.
· Self tests are not a part of the final grade. They
are designed to help the student determine which chapters
he/she needs to examine more closely, and they can be useful
in preparing for the final exam.
· Progress tests, normally one for each module, are
a part of the grade in the course and are taken at the end
of each module. They are designed to show the faculty how
the student is progressing in the course.
In
some courses, special projects call for the student to write
a short essay discussing a topic of his/her choice from the
course material.
The
final examination is designed to objectively measure the student's
understanding of the course material.
With
the exception of the self tests, these components are used
by the faculty to evaluate the student's performance in the
course. However, their function goes beyond being a means
of determining the grade. Every aspect of the course work,
including the final exam, has been designed to help the student
learn effectively.
4.
Guided Learning
InterAmerican
University provides academic support and guidance from the
time the student enrolls until all degree requirements are
completed. Students may contact faculty through the academic
HELP-LINE eight hours a day, five days a week, to receive
free tutorial assistance on any aspect of the course material.
This one-to-one assistance is available by telephone, fax,
mail, and e-mail. With Guided Learning, students can be assured
that while they are working independently, they are not working
without guidance.
5. Completing the Degree
Once
all academic and financial requirements for a degree are met,
a diploma and a copy of your InterAmerican transcript are
sent. Transcript requests from employers, companies, etc.
will be honored once the student has signed a transcript request
form, which is included in the Student Handbook.
Transcripts
will list all courses completed including those in specialization
programs.
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Student
Information
ACADEMIC
STANDARDS AND GRADING SYSTEMS
Students may submit written requests, if they prefer letter
or numeric grades. Otherwise InterAmerican University expects
all course work, applicable to meeting graduation requirements,
to receive evaluations of either Satisfactory (S) or With
Distinction (WD). Work which is Unsatisfactory (U) or which
fails to meet expected standards is returned to the student
with instructions for corrective action. InterAmerican University
believes mature adults may lack awareness of current "form"
and may correct such weakness, however, content which is considered
below standard will not receive credit toward program completion
and will, therefore, hinder a student from graduation or earning
the anticipated degree.
DISCIPLINARY
ACTION
A
student may be suspended for dishonesty, disrespect, abusive
behavior, failure to submit course work in a timely manner,
failing to keep contracts and commitments, and for not abiding
by the standards established by the university for distance
education students. After due process, suspended students
forfeit all rights and entitlements as students.
REQUIREMENTS
AND TRANSFER CREDITS
Bachelor
applicants are expected to complete 180 to 192 quarter credits,
of which 147 or 75% may be accepted in transfer.
Master
applicants are expected to possess the prior degree, or in
some cases the equivalent, and complete from 48 to 64 quarter
credits, depending upon the program. The number and acceptability
of transfer credits are reflected in the Enrollment Agreement.
Doctoral
students are required to possess a master degree or the equivalent,
any implied license or clinical designations, and complete
81 to 96 quarter credits, including an acceptable dissertation
based on an approved formal proposal. Of the required credits,
not more than 45 quarter credits may be accepted in transfer.
Before
an applicant for a Ph.D. degree is submitted to the Admissions
Committee, he or she would have been found qualified to make
such application by a Doctoral Committee, whose second function,
if called upon, is to exam the candidate at the end of his
or her studies to confirm the quality of the matriculation
and of the original research produced by such Ph.D. candidate.
PH
D ORAL DISERTATION AND DEFENSE
The
'oral defense' is typically required of Ph.D. candidates,
as opposed to those who earn 'professional doctorates.' However,
no doctoral candidate is automatically exempt from this requirement.
InterAmerican University will award an associate-level degree
but reserves this degree option for mature adults who do not
quite qualify for a bachelor-level program and without the
associate program, would have to be summarily turned away
by the admissions requirements of the school.
Although InterAmerican University is a non-traditional university,
it maintains the highest standards of academic excellence.
The purpose of IAU's existence as a university is to allow
the student to earn a degree on a much more flexible basis
than traditional colleges and universities while still offering
an outstanding education. IAU study centers abroad will utilize
seminars, classes, and other traditional educational techniques
as required by each nation or region.
The
independence that InterAmerican University's students are
given also brings with it a great deal of responsibility.
As a student, much of the studying and learning is done on
your own, independently, not in a classroom, lecture or study
hall. The responsibility for your education is shared between
you and the University.
Credits
are earned by demonstrating your level of knowledge, not how
many hours you have logged in a classroom. You start when
you are ready, continue at your own pace and finish at your
convenience, neither being pushed nor held back by other students
or by conventional semester or quarter time frames. A main
text as well as a list of references for each course is indicated
in the course syllabus. Students may find these books in local
libraries or bookstores or they may be ordered directly through
the publisher(s). If you are decisive and motivated, you will
have no trouble achieving your educational goals quickly.
As long as you maintain the quality of your education, the
time frame is up to you.
Along
with the independence, that InterAmerican University's students
enjoy, comes a great deal of guidance and support. Students
are not arbitrarily assigned a course of study and then left
to complete it by themselves. As a student of IAU, you will
receive as much direction, guidance, and assistance from your
professors as you and your unique program require.
HOW
DOES INDEPENDENT STUDY WORK?
Every
course to be completed by Independent Directed Study will
include a research outline and a list of resource materials.
The University will supply these items to the student. The
research outline will identify each concept or idea considered
being significant to that particular course. In the research
outline, the student will find performance based objectives
that are identified by each question on the research outline.
Students are granted credit when they have correctly and thoroughly
completed all of the performance based questions. Using the
research outline and the resource materials, the student will
complete the research and master the objectives of the course.
WHO
CAN GET BENEFIT FROM IAU'S PROGRAMS?
By
offering a wide variety of off-campus courses, InterAmerican
University accommodates the self-directed student with the
means to satisfy the various kinds of educational needs that
exist at different academic levels.
The
students who benefit from such a program may fall into one
or more of the following groups:
þ
Individuals who want to continue full-time employment while
earning their degrees.
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Individuals who have interrupted their college education and
find it impossible to return to campus to complete their degree
requirements.
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Military personnel who are stationed in remote areas.
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Military personnel who are not stationed in one location long
enough to attend traditional classes.
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Individuals already established in careers that do not require
an academic credential but need to augment their knowledge
to become more effective.
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Individuals who need academic credentials to earn promotions
or increase their income.
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Professionals whose license renewal depends on specified extended
courses of education.
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Employers who wish their employees trained in specific areas
without losing the continuity of their service.
LENGTH
OF THE DEGREE
The
time involved in achieving the student's degree goal will
vary from individual to individual. The time frame will depend
upon the transfer credits the student brings into the program,
allowable credits for life experience, the number of courses
assigned to the student and the effort the student puts into
the program. Students are required to complete a minimum of
three courses per year at the under-graduate level and two
courses per year at the graduate level.
Students
unable to maintain the minimum requirement of course completion
per year may be allowed to have this requirement waived for
a specific period upon petition to and approval by the Dean.
TRANSFER CREDIT
InterAmerican
University accepts transfer credit at all degree levels based
on IAU transfer credit standards from:
Appropriate
traditional or non-traditional institutions of higher learning
all over the world.
CLEP
(College Level Examination Program).
USAFI (United States Armed Forces Institute).*
Other
parameters set forth by the University.
*A limited number of credits for military services may also
be allowed.
NOTE: No undergraduate credits from other institutions may
be transferred to IAU for graduate credits.
LICENSES
AND CREDENTIALS
If
professional licensing is the ultimate goal of the student,
the University strongly advises the student to check with
his or her respective state and professional associations
for specific requirements prior to registration.
INTERNATIONAL
STUDENTS
InterAmerican
University welcomes students from all over the world, either
for its on campus or for distance learning programs.
APPLICATION
DEADLINE
The
nature of the institution allows for open enrollment year-round.
PRIMARY DEGREE PROGRAMS AND CONCENTRATIONS
Bachelor
of Science in Business Administration
Concentration
in:
Finance
Management
Marketing
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in Health Services Administration
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Master of Business Administration
Concentration in:
Finance
International Business Administration
Management
Marketing
Master of Arts in Counseling/Hypnotherapy
More Information on:
The American Guild of Hypnotherapists
Professional Training in Hypnotherapy
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Master of Science in Criminal Justice
Master of Science in Education
Master of Arts in Health Services Administration
Master of Public Administration
Master of Social Work
Doctor of Philosophy in Administrative Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Business Administration
Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling Psychology
Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Justice
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Doctor of Philosophy in Health Services Administration
Note:
Additional Bachelors and Masters degree programs are available
in: Computer Information Management, Computer Science, Environmental
Studies and T.E.F.L. A list of study courses for any of these
programs will be forwarded upon request.
CORE CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
Credits BACHELOR OF ARTS Credits BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
15 Philosophy 12 Philosophy
12 English 12 English
6 Foreign Language 6 Foreign Language
6 Art and Music 6 Art and Music
3 Economics 3 Economics
12 Social Sciences 12 Social Sciences
9 Mathematics 15 Mathematics
3 Humanities 2 Physical Education
2 Physical Education
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MAJORS
Concentration
within a relatively limited area of inquiry assures that the
student becomes knowledgeable in at least one specialized
field of study. This area of concentrated study us known as
the major. Undergraduate students are expected to complete
no less than one quarter of their academic work in their major,
or roughly 30 credit hours. The specific requirements for
each major can be found under the individual program descriptions.
SECOND
MAJORS
Students
who wish to complete the degree requirements of two departments
may do so with permission, as long as they are able to fulfill
Core Curriculum requirements and the requirements of both
majors.
MINORS
Most
departments in the InterAmerican University offer a series
of courses that may constitute a Minor (15 - 25 credit hours).
In consultation with a faculty advisor in that department,
the student is able to pursue a Minor to complement the Major
field of study.
INDEPENDENT
STUDY
InterAmerican
University allows its students up to 60 credit hours of independent
study. Permission is granted by the Office of the Dean, after
students have duly consulted with their academic advisors
about the different regulations governing independent study.
This
is extremely practical for the graduating student, who eventually
may validate subject areas of his or her own choice, and apply
the towards the consecution of his or her degree.
Graduate
Programs
Master
of Science in Criminal Justice
Thirty-six (36) semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of twenty-seven
(27) semester hours, including a Thesis.
Master
of Science in Education
Forty-two (42) semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty
(30) semester hours, including a Thesis.
Master
of Arts in Health Services Administration
Forty-two (42) semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty
(30) semester hours, including a Thesis.
Master
of Public Administration
Forty-two (42) semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty-three
(33) semester hours, including a Thesis.
Master
of Business Administration
Track I - Forty-two semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty-three
(33) semester hours, including a Thesis.
Track
II - Forty-five semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty-six
(36) semester hours, including a Thesis.
Master
of Arts in Counseling Psychology
Master of Arts in Counseling/Hypnotherapy
Forty-eight (48) semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree.
The student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty-six
(36) semester hours, including a Practicum/Internship and
Thesis.
In
the Counseling Psychology program a practicum/internship of
600 hours is required.
In
the Counseling/Hypnotherapy program, a practicum/internship
of 600 hours is required, including 100 hours of counseling
experience utilizing hypnosis. The University will provide
the forms needed to log the experience hours.
Master
of Social Work
Sixty (60) semester hours above the Bachelor's Degree. The
student must satisfy a minimum of forty-eight (48) semester
hours, including a 960-hour practicum. No Thesis is required.
Concurrent
Bachelor's/Master's Program:
When the Bachelor's Degree requirements have been completed,
the first Master's course accepted and that portion of the
total tuition has been paid, the Bachelor's degree will be
awarded.
All
Doctoral Degrees:
Forty-two (42) semester hours above the Masters degree. The
student will be required to satisfy a minimum of thirty (30)
semester hours, including the Final written Project, i.e.,
Dissertation.
CONCURRENT
MASTERS/DOCTORAL PROGRAM
When the Masters Degree requirements have been completed,
the first Doctoral course accepted, and that portion of the
tuition has been paid, the Masters Degree will be awarded.
Policies
and Procedures
To
insure successful and timely completion of this course, the
following instructions are important. Please read them carefully
and observe them so that we may better assist in serving your
educational needs.
Students
in the General University Studies Program may apply 30 self-instructional
credit hours toward a degree. All others are limited to 15
credit hours with the exception of students in the College
of Arts and Sciences. Please contact your advisor before requesting
an Individualized Learning course to determine whether the
course applies to your program.
Students
enrolling from another college or university should seek assistance
from the advising services of that institution. The application
of these credits toward the student's program is the sole
responsibility of that college or university.
All
Individualized Learning courses are undergraduate only.
General
Procedures
Submitting
Lessons
Before
beginning a course, carefully read the introductory material
in the course assignment booklet.
Be sure to use one of the 8.5 x 11 inch Assignment Sheets
for the first page of each assignment. Use paper of good quality
and of the same size for the remainder of your assignments.
Lessons written in pencil are not acceptable.
Please
write your name at the top right corner of each sheet. Be
sure to leave margins at the top and left of each sheet. To
protect against lost mail, we recommend that you keep a copy
of all submitted lessons.
Submit
assignments in the self-addressed envelopes enclosed in this
packet to the Department of Distance Education as professors
are unable to accept lessons directly. Complete the blanks
on the front of the envelope and use sufficient postage.
A
maximum of three lessons per week will be accepted unless
otherwise stated in the introduction of the course. If more
are submitted, they will be returned to the sender.
Every
attempt will be made to process lessons as soon as possible.
However, there may be delays when instructors leave for other
assignments and for vacations. Please take into consideration
mail and turnaround times.
Students
must have all coursework submitted by the last day of the
term if credit is to be granted in the term. You must notify
our office if you intend to graduate.
The
office will be closed between Christmas and New Years. No
lessons will be processed and no exams will be sent during
this time.
Examinations
and Grading Procedures
Exams
will be sent after all lessons have been submitted and we
receive a request form from you found in the back of course
assignment booklets. This form should be received by DDE at
least ten days before the examination is to be written.
IAU
will proctor exams directly at InterAmerican University Regional
Centers. In other areas, a librarian at a public or college
library is recommended. If this is impossible, please contact
IAU for the name of an approved proctor. Relatives are not
permitted to proctor exams. Exams are sent directly to the
exam location and in order to be valid, must be returned by
the proctor. All students are required to present picture
identification before taking exams.
The
grading system is the 4.0 scale used in the undergraduate
program at InterAmerican University. After all course work
has been graded, the final course grade is reported directly
to Academic Records. If you are taking on-campus courses at
InterAmerican University, your Individualized Learning grade
will not appear on your grade report. You will receive a separate
grade report for your Individualized Learning course. The
grade earned is entered on your permanent record.
Graduation
Graduating
students must complete all coursework, including exams by
the last day of the term. Those graduating must contact this
office to inform us of their graduation date. If you have
not received notification of your grade two weeks after your
graduation date, contact this office immediately.
Final
Credit
Course
credit is given upon satisfactory completion of all coursework
including the final examination. For credit to be forwarded
to another institution, please write directly to the Registrar,
InterAmerican University, giving name of course and address
to which transcript should be sent.
If
the course is not completed by the end of the term of enrollment,
an Incomplete (I) will appear on the semester grade report.
This will automatically be replaced by a grade once the course
is completed. The credit will be recorded in the semester
enrolled. If the unfinished work is not completed and the
"I" grade removed within one calendar year of the
assignment of the "I", the grade shall be converted
to an "E" (failure).
Tuition
Fees 2003-2004
GENERAL
Application Fee (Non-Refundable) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 50
Matriculation Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U.S. $ 450
General Education Examination Fee . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 250
Transcript Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 10
Executive Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 900
Associate's Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 2100
Advanced Diploma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 2640
Bachelor's Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 4500
Master's Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 4680
Doctoral Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 5400
On Campus Programs (each credit) . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 400/500
SPECIAL
PROGRAMS
Bachelor's + Master's Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 7800
Master's + Doctoral Degree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 8500
OTHER
Graduation Fee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 250
Commencement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . U.S. $ 150
LEGALIZATION
Diplomatic Validation (Apostille of La Hague) . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . U.S. $ 200
REFUND
POLICY
(From date of enrollment)
30 Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 % Refund
31-90 Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 % Refund
91-120 Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 % Refund
Over 120 Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Refund
All
coursework, curriculum, tuition, and fees are subject to change
without notice.
A
check, money order, or authorization to charge fees against
a credit card account must accompany the enrollment form.
The cost of textbooks is not included.
Because
of the complexity of monetary exchange, Canadian and foreign
students should pay tuition and fees with a bank card or money
order.
Financial
Aid
It
is the student's responsibility to contact the Student Financial
Aid and Scholarships Office for rules governing their particular
situation. Financial Aid students may enroll in an Individualized
Learning course 30 days before the start of the term through
the financial aid census date, they may do so by paying with
their own funds. Enrollment after the financial aid census
date will not be used for eligibility. Financial aid students
must complete their course in the semester they enroll.
Withdrawals
and Refunds
Students
will have 13 days from the enrollment date to drop a course
without a Withdrawal (W) appearing on the record. From enrollment
day 14 through 129, students may withdraw from their course
with a "W" on the record; however, after day 54,
the student may not withdraw from the course with a refund.
Refunds are as follows:
Day 1 through 13 = 100%
Day 14 through 23 = 90%
Day 24 through 39 = 50%
Day 40 through 54 = 25%
If
a student withdrawals from a class within the first 123 days
of enrollment they shall be charged $15.00 dollars for each
completed lesson. This payment must be received before the
withdrawal and refund are processed. Should a student decide
to withdraw from a course, the academic record shall reflect
a "W" for withdrawal. After day 129, withdrawals
are not permitted. Students must complete their course after
their withdrawal period has passed or they will receive a
failing grade for the course.
Extensions
Enrollment
remains active for 9 months following the date of registration.
If a 3 month extension of time is needed, make written application
to the Department of Distance Education (DDE), indicating
the reasons for your request. In reasonable cases, one extension
will be granted. A $25.00 processing fee is charged for the
extension.
Textbooks
All
textbooks for the courses in this catalog will be stocked
by the IAU Bookstore, unless otherwise noted. Books can be
purchased from other bookstores as long as they are by the
same author and are the same edition and year as specified
on the book list. Be sure you order textbooks within 30 days
of enrollment to ensure availability.
Videotapes
Some
courses require the use of videotapes. The following policies
apply:
1.A
course fee will be assessed according to the number of videotapes
required for the course: 1 tape $5.00; 2-3 tapes $10.00; 4
or more tapes $20.00.
2.Order cards for tapes are located in your syllabus. Use
one card per tape.
3.Students may check out a maximum of two tapes at a time.
4.Tapes will be mailed to the student. Return postage costs
are the responsibility of the student. On-campus students
may pick up and return tapes by prior arrangement with the
office.
5.WMU's EduCABLE cablecasts many of the tapes used. Schedules
are available through our office.
6.Tapes are to be returned by the date indicated.
7.Final grades are assigned after all materials are returned.
The cost of unreturned tapes are charged to the student.
8.Tapes are for viewing purposes only and may not be copied.
Computers
In
some courses a computer is required. If you live near the
I.A.U. campus you may use the computer labs on campus by presenting
an identification card obtained from the nearest office.
IAU
catalogs are available upon request should you be interested
in an updated list of course offerings.
THE
VALUE OF OUR EDUCATION
The
rewards of a higher education are numerous, and can affect
a student’s present goals and future life earnings.
Students achieve a sense of accomplishment while earning degrees
which serve as an evidence of their ability and dedication.
Substantially enhanced educational qualifications assist the
student to earn financial rewards well beyond that which can
be anticipated by those lacking a higher academic achievement.
The
cost of higher education involves investments in oneself.
The first investment is the extensive time and effort required.
Second is the expense of tuition, fees, supplies, and books.
InterAmerican University’s non-residential, flexible,
self-paced programs of independent study decreases the stresses
of time, effort and money. The time required to complete a
degree concentration depends upon the incoming credits allowed,
and the student’s individual schedule. The effort required
is directly related to the motivation of the student.
The
unique, totally non-residential nature of InterAmerican University’s
degree concentration and diploma programs have resulted in
educational efficiencies few residential universities can
match. In addition, the complex systems required for the supervision
and evaluation of studies, the assessment of documents, and
the general stewardship of the University’s administrative
needs are carefully managed. These factors have allowed InterAmerican
University to maintain tuition expenses significantly lower
than institution of comparable academic excellence.
Discussion
and expression of all views relevant to the student’s
subject matter are permitted and indeed encouraged, when those
views foster the student’s academic integrity and learning.
The student is responsible for learning and demonstrating
knowledge of the content of any concentration for which he/she
is enrolled. Academic evaluation of the student’s performance
shall be neither prejudicial nor capricious.
Information
about the student views, beliefs and political associations
acquired by the faculty or staff of the university in the
course of their work for the University is confidential and
shall not be disclosed to other parties. Questions related
to academic or skills capacity are not subject to this requirement,
except that disclosure must be accompanied by notice to the
student.
InterAmerican
University’s distance learning programs are available
to everyone and are as near as the telephone, fax, e-mail
or mailbox. Distance learning is designed for adults who choose
to complete their educational goals but cannot take time away
from their home or business. Each degree concentration is
tailor-made to the academic needs of the individual, so students
are encouraged to create their own course of study and pursue
their field of interest under the supervision of a qualified
Mentor or instructor according to an approved customized curriculum.
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