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Furman nurtures a commitment to independent thought and lifelong learning. By providing students with a broad exposure to the liberal arts, it seeks to produce graduates grounded in the traditional sources of knowledge yet capable of devising new solutions to problems in their chosen fields. Every F Outcome

urman graduate should have:

o the ability to read and listen with comprehension and to write and speak with clarity and precision
o a sense of the context physical, biological, historical, social, ethical and spiritual within which life proceeds
o an understanding of the central themes and ideas of Western civilization and an appreciation of cultures outside the Western tradition
o the ability to make informed moral judgments and to appreciate the ambiguities that enliven all action and choice
o an appreciation of the aesthetic dimension of human expression
o an exposure to the methodology and insights of the social sciences
o knowledge of the basic principles and procedures of one or more of the natural sciences
o a demonstrated proficiency in mathematics
o the understanding of and ability to use information technology
o the understanding in depth of a chosen discipline its scope, methodology and application and the opportunity to explore an interdisciplinary concentration
o the capacity for continuing self-education necessary to deal with change.

ADMISSION TO UNDERGRADUATE EVENING STUDIES:

Students may enter at the beginning of any term, depending on available space.

Admission to the undergraduate evening program is based upon the type of courses you have taken in previous educational experiences, previous academic performance at both the high school and college levels, and other personal information. The university reserves the right to deny admission to any applicant who in the judgment of university officials may not benefit from Furman's educational program or whose presence or conduct may be detrimental to that program. In its admissions policies and procedures, Furman University will deny admission to no student because of race, color, ethnic origin, sex or creed. Effort is made to recruit students from culturally disadvantaged groups.

A candidate for undergraduate admission should make initial contact with the Office of Undergraduate Evening Studies, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613-0507, 864.294.2154, www.furman.edu/conted/undergrad.htm, at least three weeks prior to the start of the term in which the student wishes to begin taking classes.

Individuals who wish to enter as non-degree students, Pre-CPA, Pre-MBA or students taking a limited number of courses for personal or professional development, should complete the application form and provide other documents as requested by the Office of Undergraduate Evening Studies.

The Bachelor of Liberal Arts was established in 2002 to serve the educational needs of adult students. This degree gives them the opportunity to:

o receive a breadth of experiences in the liberal arts
o develop a major field of study
o choose a large number of courses which are most appropriate to their particular interests
o effectively utilize previous college credits

For the degree, a student must complete the following:

o General Education requirements
o A major that meets department requirements
o Elective courses, exclusive of courses in the major, sufficient to complete the requirements for graduation
o A minimum of 125 semester hours

A student who has received a bachelor's degree from another institution and wishes to pursue a second bachelor's degree may enter the B.L.A. program. The student must take at least 45 hours at Furman, satisfy all requirements for the B.L.A. and complete a second major in a department other than the one in which the first major was taken. A student who has received a bachelor's degree from Furman may earn a second major if approved by the academic department involved.

For the degree, a student must take the last 28 hours of credit and a minimum of 45 total hours and a minimum of 15 hours in the major at Furman unless exceptions are made at the time of admission.

No courses numbered below 20 and no credits from correspondence or extension courses count toward the major.

Students may elect to take a double major. In such cases, except for identical required courses, courses taken to satisfy one major in the department may not be used to satisfy another major in the department.

ECONOMICS & BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Students in the Economics and Business Administration Department may major in Accounting or Business Administration or double major in Accounting/Business Administration. The courses listed below with each option constitute the major. A student in either major should take Economics 21 or 22 as General Education requirements and must have a 2.0 grade-point average for courses in the department at graduation.

Accounting
Economics 21, 22, 25; Business Administration 35, 37, 51, 76; Computer Science 16; Accounting 26, 27, 41, 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, and 59, plus one additional elective course in the department. Students intending to sit for the CPA examination should take Business Administration 36 as a major elective.

Most states require applicants for the CPA examination to complete 150 semester hours of undergraduate or graduate course work, including specified study in Accounting and Business. Students may complete a course of study to satisfy the state's educational requirements for the CPA examination and Furman's requirements for a double major in Accounting/Business Administration, Accounting/Business Administration, Economics 21, 22, 25; Business Administration 32, 35, 37, 51, 76; Computer Science 16; Accounting 26, 27, 41, 42, 43, 45, 46, 47, and 59, plus six additional elective courses in the department.

Business Administration
Economics 21, 22, 25; Business Administration 32, 35, 37, 51, 76; Computer Science 16: Accounting 26, 27 and five to seven additional courses within the department.

In order to acquire a balanced general education, develop intellectual discipline, discover new interests, and build a foundation for specialization, students must complete certain General Education courses (listed to the right).

English 11 (or six semester hours of English composition from another institution) 3

FINE ARTS: One course from Art 26, Theatre Arts 11, Music 20 3 Humanities: One course from four different areas 12

English 12, 21, 22, MLL A34, A37, A38, FR 31, 32, GER 31, 32, SPN 31, 32, 37, CL 32, 33

ACADEMIC INFORMATION:

Evening undergraduate courses are offered on a semester system. Academic requirements for evening students are listed in this catalogue. All Furman regulations apply to students in the evening program.

The Undergraduate Evening Studies program allows a maximum of 64 hours to be transfered to Furman University from a previous college or university. Typically, when a student is admitted to the program, official transcripts are provided and the UES department in cooperation with the Records department evaluate previous coursework to apply as many previous hours toward degree requirements. All efforts are made to maximize previous credits to benefit the student in working toward completing their degree at Furman University. A minimum of a C (grade) in the course is required in order to have the course transfer.

If a student is trying to decide on applying to the UES program and would benefit from an unofficial evaluation, UES is pleased to accomodate those students. Students can contact either Dr. Brad Bechtold at brad.bechtold@furman.edu or Brett Barclay at brett.barclay@furman.edu or call the UES office at 864-294-2154 at their convenience.

Once a student has submitted an official transcript from each institution attended, the Undergraduate Evening Studies Office will prepare a written evaluation stating courses which have been granted transfer credit and the minimum number of hours required to meet both General Education and major requirements.

Credit for courses taken at other colleges approved by the appropriate regional accreditation agency will transfer to Furman provided (1) the courses are equivalent to courses offered at Furman, (2) the courses are standard courses in departments corresponding to departments at Furman, and (3) a minimum grade of C- was earned in each course. Credits earned from two-year schools must be part of the college transfer curriculum to be accepted by Furman. To earn a bachelor's degree, a graduate of a two-year college transferring to the Undergraduate Evening Studies program must earn credit on a minimum of 61 hours at Furman and have a grade-point average of 2.0 on all hours attempted. After being classified as a junior, a student cannot transfer any credit from a two-year college.

In order for a Furman student to receive credit for a course taken at another institution as a transient student, the Undergraduate Evening Studies Office must approve the course in writing in advance. Students under academic probation cannot transfer credits into Furman, and students cannot repeat at another college a course on which an F has been made at Furman.

Ordinarily no credit is granted for extension or correspondence courses. However, in some cases, the director of Undergraduate Evening Studies may grant a maximum of eight elective hours for such courses.

- A minimum of 45 semester hours of credit completed at Furman.
- The last 28 hours of credit at Furman.
- A minimum of 125 hours for Graduation.
- A minimum of a 2.0 GPA in courses taken at Furman.
- A minimum of 2.0 GPA in Major courses at the time of Graduation.

To encourage adult students in their efforts to obtain a college degree, Furman has established tuition rates in the Undergraduate Evening Studies program which are less than 50 percent of the normal tuition. Additional financial aid possibilities are listed below.

Federal Perkins Loan

Students who attend Furman at least half time (six semester hours per semester) may be eligible for a federal loan, which can be used to pay tuition. Eligibility depends upon the student's income, assets and number of dependents. Students applying for this loan must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Office of Financial Aid application. Processing the FAFSA takes approximately six weeks.

Students who need financial assistance and are enrolled for one hour or more may qualify for a Pell Grant. Students must reapply for this grant each academic year. The FAFSA is the application form for Pell Grants. Eligibility depends upon the student's income, assets and number of dependents. Students applying for this loan must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Office of Financial Aid application.

Students who are South Carolina residents and take a minimum of 24 semester hours during the academic year may be eligible for a South Carolina Tuition Grant. Submit the FAFSA by June 30 to apply.

Stafford Loan

Students who intend to enroll on a half-time basis are eligible to borrow for tuition, books and educational expenses through the Stafford Loan program. Stafford Loans have a variable interest rate up to 8.25 percent.
Students must enroll for at least six hours per semester to be eligible. Applicants must submit the FAFSA and the Office of Financial Aid application. Processing the FAFSA takes approximately six weeks. Students receiving a Stafford Loan are required to participate in entrance counseling and an exit interview.

Continuing Education Scholarships

Undergraduate Evening Studies students pursuing a bachelor's degree may apply for a limited number of awards made each semester based upon scholastic ability and financial need.

Satisfactory Academic Progress for Students using Title IV Federal Financial Aid

Institutions participating in Title IV federal financial aid programs are required by the United States Department of Education to establish institutional policies which define satisfactory academic progress. All students who receive federal financial aid at Furman University are required to maintain satisfactory progress toward completion of their programs of study. Students are considered to be making satisfactory academic progress if they:

o Are enrolled as a degree seeking student.
o Meet the university's Academic Standards (see pages 21 and 22 in this catalogue).
o Complete requirements for a degree within a reasonable length of time (the total number of semesters at any post-secondary institution may not exceed the equivalent of 12 full-time semesters).

Transfer students receiving unqualified admission to the university are not eligible for financial aid until they are unconditionally accepted into the program.
Students not meeting these standards at the end of the spring semester are encouraged to attend summer school to make up deficit hours or improve the cumulative grade-point average return of financial aid funds (Federal Policy)

In accordance with federal regulations, the Office of Financial Aid recalculates federal financial aid eligibility for students who withdraw from Furman prior to completing 60 percent of the term. The recalculation is based on the percent of earned aid for the term (completed calendar days divided by calendar days in the term).

The unearned federal aid is returned to the federal government based on the following formula: 100 percent of aid earned multiplied by the amount of aid disbursed toward institutional charges. When federal aid is returned, the student will owe a debit balance to the university. The student should contact financial services to pay the balalnce due to the university.

Federal financial aid includes Pell Grant, SEOG grant, Perkins Loan, Stafford Loans and Plus Loans.

The student's withdrawal date is defined as the actual date the student began the withdrawal process, the student's last date of recorded attendance or the midpoint of the semester for a student who leaves without notifying the university.

Return Policy for Non-Federal Funds

The institutional refund policy will be applied to all other aid received by the student, unless the office of Financial Aid is instructed to do otherwise by the donor or sponsor of the award to the student.

For further information concerning financial aid programs, students should contact the

Tuition rates are established on a yearly basis and are listed on each class schedule. Audit students pay one-half rate. Payment must accompany all registrations. Methods of payment include cash, checks, MasterCard or VISA, employer vouchers, or approved financial aid. Students with financial aid should attach a copy of the award notice; those with a company voucher should attach a copy along with directions for billing the employer. Checks should be made payable to Furman University.

Students are officially classified at the beginning of each term. Students who have credit for fewer than 28 hours are classified as freshmen; with credit for at least 28 hours, sophomores; with credit for at least 58 hours, juniors; and with credit for at least 88 hours, seniors.

Through the combined facilities of the university and the Greenville community, students may attend lectures, plays, concerts, recitals, art exhibits and other cultural programs.

Notable guest speakers have included U.S. Senator Fritz Hollings, presidential candidates George W. Bush and John McCain, journalist Helen Thomas, and authors Pat Conroy, Dorothy Allison and Ernest J. Gaines.

Exhibits of works by Furman art students and faculty and touring exhibits are displayed in the Thomas Anderson Roe Art Building gallery.

Three or four plays a year, ranging from classical to modern, from musical review to mystery thriller, are presented in the Furman Theatre.

The Furman University Band, Furman Singers, Furman Men's and Women's Chorales, Furman Chamber Choir, Furman Orchestra, Furman Jazz Ensembles, Woodwind and Brass Ensembles, and Opera Theater offer a wide variety of musical programs.

TAKING DAY CLASSES:

In rare cases, the academic dean may grant approval for a student to take a day class. In no instance can a student be granted permission to exceed eight hours.

A student enrolled as a degree candidate or a special student who wishes to audit a course may do so by registering for the course as an auditor and paying one-half the tuition charged for the course. A student must register to audit a course no later than the end of the first week of classes in any term and must attend the class on a regular basis. Irregular attendance will result in the course not being listed on the student's transcript.

Furman University is an independent, coeducational, liberal arts college located on a 750-acre suburban campus on the outskirts of Greenville, South Carolina. Founded by South Carolina Baptists in 1826, the university is an old institution; yet its facilities are modern, all the buildings on the present campus having been constructed since the late 1950s. Most of Furman's 2,600 undergraduates are from the South Atlantic region, but more than 40 states and 15 foreign countries are represented in the student population. Working with the Furman students are a faculty and staff whose primary concern is to enhance student learning. Over 90 percent of the faculty hold doctoral degrees in their academic disciplines. Read about the Purpose and Aspirations of Furman University

Furman University is accredited to award bachelor's and master's degrees by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033, telephone 404.679.4501.

A (Excellent) is the mark of highest distinction earned by those students whose work represents the best that can be expected of a student at Furman.
B (Good) is the mark of distinction earned by those students whose work represents a high degree of achievement in meeting the characteristic demands of the course.
C (Satisfactory) indicates a student has attained familiarity with the content of the course and acquired the ability to apply this knowledge as may be expected of one who has given a reasonable amount of time, effort and attention to his or her studies.
D (Marginal) is the lowest passing grade and represents inferior work. A grade of D also indicates a lack of preparedness for courses in which this work is a prerequisite.
F (Failure) indicates unconditional failure.
I (Incomplete) signifies that the work of the course has not been completed or the examination has been deferred due to illness or another unforseen circumstance.
W (Withdrew)
For a course taken on a pass/fail basis, a grade of P indicates an A, B or C; PD indicates a D; NP indicates an F.

A student may take up to 12 hours of electives on a pass/fail basis. Students on academic probation may not exercise this option nor may students who have ever reached the status of academic suspension.

The pass/fail option is provided to encourage students to enrich their educational experience in subjects outside their major field and in which they may feel unable to maintain the desirable grade-point average. No course in a student's major department(s) and no course taken to satisfy a General Education requirement may be taken on a pass/fail basis. To enroll in a course on a pass/fail basis, the student must state the intention to do so at registration or no later than the end of the first week of classes.

If a student officially withdraws from a pass/fail course, the student does not use up that portion of the allotted pass/fail hours. However, once having completed a course on the pass/fail basis, the student does use up that portion of the allotted pass/fail hours.

Since faculty members do not know which students have elected the pass/fail option, they assign a regular letter grade at the end of the term which is then recorded as follows: P is recorded for regular grades of A+ through C-; PD for regular grades of D+, D and D-; and NP for the regular grade of F. The grades of P or PD or NP do not influence a student's grade-point average.

Students may change a pass/fail grade to a regular letter grade if they make the request for change of grade in the Office of Academic Records before Enrollment Day of the next regular term.

To remain in good standing, at each of the following stages a student must have earned the minimum grade-point average indicated:

Each term in which Minimum cumulative hours GRADE-POINT attempted are 12 or fewer 1.33

Initial term in which Minimum cumulative hours GRADE-POINT attempted are AVERAGE

Beginning with 100 hours attempted, students will be checked at the end of each term regardless of the number of enrolled hours. Students who do not have a 2.0 cumulative average will be placed on academic probation.

Hours attempted includes all work at Furman plus all hours transferred to Furman.

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Hours transferred to Furman are not used in compiling grade-point averages, however.

A student who fails to meet these standards falls under academic probation. Note that the grade-point average is checked every term until the student has more than 12 cumulative hours attempted; thereafter, it is checked only the first term (including summer session) in which the cumulative hours attempted fall in each specified range; beginning with 100 hours, it is again checked every term. A student who fails to meet the above standards three consecutive times (at three consecutive terms) will be suspended from Furman and may not apply for readmission until two regular terms have elapsed.

Any student suspended for incurring a third probation may, if academic circumstances warrant, petition the Appeals Committee to set aside the suspension. The committee will consider each request on its merits, based on what they believe to be the student's probability of ultimate academic success. Among factors a petitioning student may cite (if applicable) in support of the request are: a grade-point average of at least 2.0 during the most recent term or terms of enrollment; a cumulative grade-point average within .10 of that required under the regulations at the end of the most recent term of enrollment; evidence that poor academic performance resulted from extra-academic factors no longer applicable or from an unwise curriculum choice which has subsequently been corrected.

A student readmitted after suspension or one whose suspension has been set aside by the Appeals Committee who falls under academic probation an additional two successive times will be dismissed from Furman University. Such a student may appeal the dismissal in the same manner in which a suspended student may appeal. If a student who has been dismissed wishes to return, that student must apply to the Appeals Committee.

A grade of I is to be assigned only when the professor is convinced that a student has been unavoidably prevented from completing the required work in a course. An I must be changed and the change reported by the professor to the Undergaduate Evening Studies Office no later than the middle of the term following the term in which the I was assigned. The only exceptions are independent study or research courses, for which the grade of I must be changed before the middle of the second term following the term the I was assigned. In case an I is not changed by the time indicated, it automatically becomes an F.

A student who has a question concerning a grade should discuss the matter with the instructor as soon as possible. If after such consultation the student believes that the assigned grade resulted from error or malfeasance, the grade may be formally appealed under procedures published in the Faculty Handbook. Copies of these procedures are available from the instructor or the associate academic dean.

Any course other than one used to meet a General Education requirement and/or one in the major department is an elective.

Students may take up to 12 hours of elective course work on a pass/fail basis. This option encourages students to broaden their education in areas they might otherwise avoid. Grades in courses taken pass/fail do not affect a student's grade-point average. (See page 19)

All classes are given examinations at the close of each term. Exceptions must be approved by the appropriate department chair and the director of Undergraduate Evening Studies. Final examinations are given on the last regularly scheduled evening of the course. Students are expected to take examinations at the officially scheduled time.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Furman is committed to providing students equal access to university programs and facilities regardless of disability. Information about university procedures related to accommodations under ADA may be obtained from the Disability Services Coordinator. Disability Services Department Website.

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, commonly referred to as the Buckley Amendment, provides for students' access to their educational records. Students wishing to inspect their records may do so by going to the appropriate office and presenting their identification credentials. Furman complies with all federal and state statutes regarding confidentiality of student records. Students are guaranteed opportunities to challenge the accuracy of files or records. Requests for hearings are made to the vice president for Student Services.

Evening students who desire to transfer to the daytime program at Furman must apply through the Admissions Office. The stu-dent's academic record will be re-examined at that time due to the differences in the requirements between the B.L.A. degree offered in the evening and the B.A. and B.S. degrees offered during the day.

Adult students frequently find that family, career or financial demands necessitate an interruption to their study. To facilitate ease of re-entry, Undergraduate Evening Studies does not require reapplication for students who were in good academic standing when they dropped out and who have been out less than a calendar year. Students who have been out for three or more consecutive semesters must reapply (application fee waived). Students who are out of school for one or two semesters re-enter under the degree requirements in effect when they originally entered. Those who are out for three or more semesters will re-enter under the degree requirements then in effect.

Undergraduate Evening Studies students may use many of the Furman facilities, including the library, the Lay Physical Activities Center, the lake and other recreational areas. Students must present their Undergraduate Evening Studies identification cards, if requested. Anyone interested in using the golf course should call the Golf Course Office for details.

Students must acquire a parking decal for each motor vehicle they bring on campus. Decals are available at the Public Safety Office (rear of McAlister Auditorium) 24 hours per day. To register a vehicle, a student must have his/her current license plate number. Students need to become familiar with and abide by current campus traffic and parking regulations; failure to do so may result in fines and other penalties. A copy of these regulations is given to each student registering a vehicle.