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Grading System The School of Social Work has a letter grading system (A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C and F). Students in the program are expected to maintain a "B" (3.0) average over the course of their study. Students who receive two or more C's in courses undergo an educational review. Students who receive an F in the first semester of a two-semester course sequence may not take the second semester of that course until the first semester is repeated or the failing grade is otherwise resolved. Any student who fails two or more classes is dismissed from the program. Incomplete Policy A student who believes she/he is unable to complete the work for a given course by the end of the term may apply for an extension by discussing this with the instructor and completing a Request for Incomplete Form (available in the SSW office). At the time of this meeting, a plan must be agreed upon for completion of the course work, including a date of completion, not to exceed four weeks following the end date of the course. This form must be completed by the last day of class for the given course. Any student who does not follow the above guidelines will receive an F for the course. In exceptional circumstances (death in family, significant illness, accident), an additional extension may be requested. Any such request must be reviewed and signed by the School director. Course Add/Drop or Withdrawal Course changes (add/drops) are allowed during the first five days of classes; tuition may be adjusted dependent upon number of hours enrolled. After the first week of classes no refunds are made for course changes. In normal length semesters, a matriculated student may withdraw from a course without academic penalty (a grade of W is assigned) at any time during the first two-thirds of the semester. If withdrawal occurs after that date, the grade of WP (withdrew passing) or WF (withdrew failing) will be entered, subject to determination by the instructor. The grade of WF is computed in the grade point average. Short-term programs or courses may be subject to specific policy regarding add/drop or withdrawal. Consult with the instructor and/or program director regarding such policy. Repeat Course Policy MSW students may repeat a course in the event of a failing grade if that is the recommendation of the Educational Review Committee. However, only the second or last course will receive credit on the student's transcript. Upon completion of a repeated course, a new listing and assigned grade are placed on the student's transcript. The original course listing and grade remain on the student's transcript. All courses are listed chronologically on the transcript by semester or academic period in which the student is enrolled. Readmission A student who has officially withdrawn can reapply through the Office of Admissions, with the approval of the director of the School of Social Work. Special consideration for students who leave the School in good standing will be given if their application for readmission is received within two years of their departure from the MSW program. Applications for readmission received more than two years from withdrawal will be considered as new applications. Returning Students Students who leave the School in good standing prior to completion of the requirements for the MSW degree are given special consideration for readmission. Credit is not given, however, for graduate work completed more than five years prior to the student's readmission. Graduation Upon successful completion of 64 credit hours of graduate study divided between classroom and field work education, students are awarded the master of social work degree from the University of New England. Students with advanced standing must successfully complete a minimum of 37 credit hours of course and field work to qualify for graduation. Links
Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog The University of New England reserves the right in its sole judgment to make changes of any nature in its programs, calendar, or academic schedule whenever it is deemed necessary or desirable, including changes in course content, the rescheduling of classes with or without extending the academic term, canceling of scheduled classes or other academic activities, in any such case giving such notice thereof as is reasonably practicable under the circumstances. While each student may work closely with an academic advisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility for meeting requirements in this catalog and for being aware of any changes in provisions or requirements. Back to Top |
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