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Last day to register for or add/drop full-semester classes....... Aug. 30
(Dropped classes do not appear on transcript)
Holiday – Labor Day – University offices closed........................ Sept. 7
Holiday – Fall Break............................................................... Oct. 12-13
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Begin Here.
Last day to withdraw from the University................................. Nov. 15
Thanksgiving holiday begins at 9:00 p.m. ........................... Nov. 25-27
(Evening classes will meet Nov 24)
Classes resume........................................................................... Nov. 30
Classes end.................................................................................. Dec. 5
Final exams begin........................................................................ Dec. 7
Final exams end......................................................................... Dec. 12
Commencement exercises 10 a.m. & 3 p.m. .............................Dec. 12
Final grades are due at 1 p.m. .................................................. Dec. 14
Spring 2016
Holiday - University offices closed.............................................. Jan. 18
Advising period resumes............................................................ Jan. 19
Residence halls open.................................................................. Jan. 22
Classes begin.............................................................................. Jan. 25
Last day to register for or add/drop full-semester classes........ Jan. 31
Last day to “withdraw” from the University............................... Apr. 17
Spring break begins......................................................................... TBA
Classes resume................................................................................. TBA
Classes end................................................................................... May 7
Final exams begin......................................................................... May 9
Final exams end.......................................................................... May 14
Commencement exercises 10 a.m. & 3 p.m. ............................. May 14
Final grades due at 1 p.m. ......................................................... May 16
OFFICE OF FIRST YEAR PROGRAMS
Whitlock 372, CPO 65
Eastern Kentucky University
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, Kentucky 40475
859.622 .2285
www.firstyear.eku.edu
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or genetic information in the admission to, or participation in, any educational program or activity (e.g., athletics, academics and housing) which it conducts, or in any employment policy or practice. Any complaint arising by reason of alleged discrimination
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CLOSED SECTION
Section is full – no seats available.
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CLASS RESTRICTION
Course is restricted to specific students based upon the number of earned
hours as of the last semester completed at EKU. See DegreeWorks audit for
the number of hours you have completed.
Select a different course. OR You may request a Class Restriction Override through the
dean’s office of the college offering the class.
CLOSED SECTION – X
This section is cross listed with another section and both sections meet
in the same room. That room is now FULL.
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Override. However, the chair may say “no.”
SECTION NOT AVAILABLE
FOR WEB ADD/DROP
The section has been cancelled. The department is no longer offering this
specific section.
Choose a different section.
COURSE STATUS DATES NOT
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That registration activity is no longer available at this time. It is
too late to add this course to your schedule.
It is possible to add a course late, but this requires a completed request form (Request
for Late Enrollment) including instructor, department chair and dean’s signature.
CORQ_SUBJECT COURSE NUMBER REQ
(example: CORQ_ELE 446G REQ)
One or more separate courses may be required to be taken at the same
time. These courses are called co-requisites. (See course description
in catalog.)
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the CRNs in the boxes at the bottom of your Add/Drop page and submit together; or you may
request a Co-Req Override from the department chair.
DUPLICATE COURSE
You are already in that section, or have dropped that section, either way
it already exists on your schedule. Check the registration status for that
section. If you have dropped it you will see, “Dropped by Web.” To get back
into the class, go to “Add/Drop Classes,” then next to that CRN click the
drop box, and select “Re-register dropped course.” Click submit button.
“Reregister Dropped Course” from the drop down registration menu. Do NOT re-enter the CRN into one of the boxes at the bottom of the Add/Drop page.
LEVEL RESTRICTION
Course is restricted to a specific level (Graduate or Undergraduate).
Undergraduate students wishing to enroll in graduate courses need special permission
from the Graduate School Office. Permission is granted in the form of a Level
Restriction Override.
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laboratory section. You have tried to register in a class without the
corresponding lab or lecture section.
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labs are listed directly underneath the lecture classes. Submit the CRN for the lecture
and linked lab at the same time.
FIELD OF STUDY RESTRICTION
Class is restricted to specific majors.
Special permission and a Field of Study Override (sometimes referred to as Major
Restriction Override) must be obtained from the department chair.
MAXIMUM HOURS EXCEEDED
Registration exceeds the maximum number of hours allowed for that
student for that specific semester.
Permission to register for more hours must be obtained from the dean of the student’s
major.
PROGRAM RESTRICTION
This section is restricted to students in specific programs.
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2015 Orientation
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Student Orientation
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First Year Programs
The Office of First Year Programs provides Orientation services and facilitates
many educational and social programs for new students and their families. For more
information about these programs, please visit our website at www.firstyear.eku.edu.
Colonel Camp 2015
First Year Programs is launching its 9th annual Colonel Camp! This camp will be
available to incoming first year students from August 8-11. The four-day, three-night
program will give new students the opportunity to participate in a variety of bonding
and leadership experiences with other first year students while learning about EKU
and a variety of extracurricular activities. Camp participants can move in early and
get a jumpstart on building friendships. www.firstyear.eku.edu/Colonel-Camp
New Student Days 2015
The 15th annual New Student Days (NSD) kicks off on Sunday, August 23, 2015, and
continues throughout the first weeks of classes. The mission of New Student Days is to
help students transition to EKU, learn about campus services and activities, and meet
other new students. NSD allows new students (transfers and freshmen) to join together
and participate in a variety of academic and social events. NSD is required for all new
students and is incorporated into the curriculum of the Student Success Seminars.
www.firstyear.eku.edu/nsd
EKU Reads Program
The EKU Reads program provides new students with a common introduction to
academic life at EKU. Each fall, EKU engages in a discussion of a book through a
variety of first year classes. First year English classes often adopt the book, and many
other faculty members feature the book in their classes. Students receive the book
free if it is used in their class. Approximately 2,300 students will participate this year.
www.firstyear.eku.edu/eku-reads
EKU Family Programs
The Eastern Family Network was established during the summer of 2000 to get
parents and other family members involved with EKU and in their individual student’s
educational process. Today there are nearly 7,500 families involved in the Eastern
Family Network. By informing parents and family members about campus happenings,
we hope members are better equipped to support and understand as their student
experiences the joys and challenges of college life. The Eastern Family Network
sponsors several projects and events throughout the year, including the EKU Family
Guide, Campus Link Newsletters and Family Weekend. www.familyweekend.eku.edu
Family Weekend 2015
Eastern Kentucky University invites you to Family Weekend, September 25-27, 2015.
There will be events of interest to all, including sporting events, novelty family activities,
a picnic with the President, golf at Arlington Country Club and more! Join us for a
weekend of fun and captivating activities with the entire family. Seize this opportunity
to truly experience the EKU community. Additional information about Family Weekend
will be sent to the permanent address of all EKU students this summer.
www.familyweekend.eku.edu
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Transfer Information
Eastern Kentucky University welcomes transfer students from other accredited colleges and universities. Eastern
Kentucky University awards credit in transfer for undergraduate courses completed at colleges and universities
accredited by the following regional accrediting agencies:
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools • Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools • North Central Association of Colleges and Schools • New England Association of Schools and Colleges
• Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges
• Western Association of Schools and Colleges
Determination of Course Equivalencies
When an acceptable transfer course, which has never been evaluated before, is presented to EKU for consideration,
EKU records the course as acceptable for credit but unevaluated. The Transfer Center forwards the course description
to the appropriate academic department for review and consideration. The academic department determines whether
to award an exact equivalency, a subject/discipline elective, or a generic free elective depending on course content
and learning objectives. In some instances the department will request that the student provide a syllabus in order to
evaluate the course. The academic department or Transfer Center can recommend that a course be considered for
general education applicability even if an exact equivalency is not awarded. Students wishing to appeal the evaluation
of transfer credit should consult with the Student Outreach and Transition Office.
KCTCS Students with AA, AS Degrees or General Education Certification
KCTCS students who transfer to EKU with an AA or AS degree earned since May 1995 at a KCTCS institution or
whose transcript is stamped “General Education Certified” will be deemed to have met all EKU general education
requirements with the exception of those specifically needed for a student’s major. Students with applied degrees
(AAS) from KCTCS institutions will NOT be general education fully certified at EKU unless a notation is included on
their transcripts from the sending (KCTCS) institution.
For more information visit www.soto.eku.edu/transferstudents.
Military & Veteran Affairs
The Office of Military and Veterans Affairs is your Reception Station at EKU. We are located in the Burnam House at 317
Lancaster Avenue, next door to Irvine McDowell Park. Make us your first stop on campus! Some things to remember:
• To utilize your GI Bill education benefits, you will need to fill out the Veterans Online Application (VONAPP)
at www.vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main.asp. • The VONAPP can take up to 6-8 weeks for processing, so it is important to do this as soon as possible to avoid
a delay in your benefit payments. • All military, veteran and dependent students must complete an electronic Course Enrollment Form at
www.va.eku.edu/course in order to initiate the processing of their claim to the VA for payment. This should be done every semester after registration. Remember - Course Enrollment Form = Money $$$
• To receive credit for Military Service, please see the Military and Veteran Affairs Office to fill
out a form for your Joint Service Transcript to be requested.
For more information, or if you have questions, please stop by the office, or
call (859) 622-2345. We look forward to seeing you at EKU!
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Housing
Welcome to EKU Housing! We look forward to providing you with convenient and comfortable living accommodations.
As one of the largest residential programs in the Commonwealth, we are proud to offer a variety of housing options and
services at an extremely affordable cost. We hope that you will find the following information helpful and easy to use.
Our website offers even more information, including views of rooms in each residence hall, room dimensions and other
important facts. Visit the website at www.housing.eku.edu.
What is Provided
Each residence hall room is furnished with two single beds, two desks, two desk chairs, two dressers, two closets,
window blinds, one mini-refrigerator, two computer hookups, one cable TV hookup and one wastebasket. All residence
halls also have wireless internet access throughout each building. Students must provide their own coax cable. We
encourage students to contact their roommates to discuss what each person is bringing to campus.
What to Bring
Most Important Items
You are encouraged to make your residence hall room as comfortable and attractive as you wish.
Some
of the most important items to consider bringing are:
•Twin-size linens (extra-long)
•Towels and washcloths
•Toiletry items
•Pots, pans or other cooking utensils
•Cups, plates and silverware
•School supplies
•Laundry detergent and •Coat hangers
quarters for laundry •A bath/shower caddy and flip flops
•Plastic storage containers
•Alarm clocks
•Power strips (surge protectors)
NOTE: Closet space is limited; please plan accordingly
Decorating
Decorations
for your residence hall room could include the following items:
•Curtains
•Photographs
•Plants
•Posters
•Small rug or carpet remnant
•Floor lamp (halogen lamps must
have a guard in place)
While you cannot damage the room with nails, paint, etc., you may use things
such as tacky putty or double-sided adhesive tape to hang items on walls.
Permitted Appliances and Electronics
To make your stay more convenient, you are encouraged to bring appliances such as:
•Hairdryers
•TV
•DVD player
•Stereo
•Video gaming system
•Coffeemaker (with auto shutoff)
What NOT to Bring
Some
items not allowed for safety and health reasons:
•Hot plates
•Toaster ovens
•Deep fryers
•Electric frying pans
•“George Foreman” grills
•Sandwich makers
• Pop-up toasters
•Candles
•Electric heaters
•Animals (except fish)
• Any type of gun or weapon
Helpful Hints
Here are several suggestions to make the moving-in process
easier
and more enjoyable. Before leaving home:
•Make a packing list and check it.
•Put all official paperwork into a file or large envelope
to bring with you.
•Coordinate with your roommate what to bring.
•Remember, you don’t have to bring everything on your first trip.
You will be home soon and can pick up any missed or needed items.
•Remember to give friends and family your new address.
On Move-In Day
Residence hall check-in begins at 8 a.m. on August 21 (for first year
students participating in Move-in Mania Weekend). New students may sign
up for Move-in Mania by either completing the sign up card you will receive
at Orientation OR by going to www.housing.eku.edu and following the links
for Move-in Mania.
Students will be assigned specific move-in time periods prior to their
arrival. Letters will be sent to all students with their assigned times, move-in
day parking information, maps to the halls and other pertinent move-in day
information. We ask students and their families to arrive at their residence
hall within their allotted time period on move-in day to allow for smoother
on-campus traffic and shorter check-in lines in each hall. Here are some things
that will help you enjoy your move-in experience:
• Have patience and keep a sense of humor. Many people will be checking
in and traffic may be heavy. The more patience you display, the better.
• BRING A DOLLY to assist with moving.
• Check the weather forecast for rain.
• Wear comfortable clothing.
• Meet and talk with your Residence Hall Coordinator and Resident
Assistant (hall staff for the building).
Safety and Security
All residence halls are equipped with access control entry systems. Students
must enter through and unlock the front doors of their building with a key
fob provided to them at check-in. You will also need to swipe your student
ID through a reader at the front desk, so you should carry your key fob,
room key and ID with you any time you leave your residence hall. Here are
a few suggestions of things to help keep yourself and your belongings safe:
• Consider insurance options – possibly renter’s or your parents’
homeowner’s.
• Engrave your EKU student ID number on personal property such
as TVs, bicycles, stereos, etc.
• Lock your residence hall room door whenever you leave your room.
For answers to frequently asked housing questions go to
www.housing.eku.edu/future-residents-faq.
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Colonel
1
Card
Required Meal Plans
University Card Services provides students with a variety of services regarding their EKU
student identification card, the Colonel 1 Card. This identification card is used for meal plans
and Colonel Cash. Colonel Cash may be used at laundry facilities in the residence halls, EKU
Bookstore, and participating off-campus merchants. In addition, EKU has partnered with Higher
One for refund disbursements and to add optional banking solutions.
University Card Services is responsible for issuing new and replacement identification
cards. The Office will troubleshoot any issues that students may have with their card or
on-campus accounts associated with their card. For questions related to Higher One
accounts, students may call the Colonel 1 Card customer support line at 800-815-5448.
Students, faculty and staff may purchase meal plans and add funds to their accounts in
the University Card Services Office.
The Colonel 1 Card allows students access to the following:
•Athletic events
•University library facilities
•Check cashing
•Campus recreation
•University sponsored events
•Student health services
The Colonel 1 Card has three different accounts associated with the card:
• Colonel Cash - A prepaid account that can be used at EKU Dining Services
locations and participating off campus merchants www.colonelonecard.eku.
edu/participating-colonel-cah-merchants, the EKU Bookstore and laundry
facilities within residence halls. Balances on this account will carry over from
year-to-year.
• Meal Plans - EKU Dining Services has several different meal plans to
accommodate students’ needs. Meal plans can be used at any EKU Dining
Services location. Please check with EKU Dining Services regarding terms and
conditions associated with meal plans. Please note that EKU Dining Services
follows the same refund schedule, for full term, which is outlined
by the University. (See refund policy above.) EKU’s Colonel Compass
www.colonelscompass.eku.edu lists all important dates and deadlines
associated with each term.
• Optional Flex - A prepaid account that can be used at any EKU Dining
Services location. Please check with EKU Dining Services regarding terms
and conditions associated with this account.
EKU Dining
EKU Dining Services offers students a wide variety of dining options designed to fit your
individual dining style. Students can dine in our all-you-care-to-eat restaurant, the Fresh
Food Company, as well as enjoy a variety of restaurants and shop in our on-campus
convenience stores.
Meals
Signing up for a meal plan gives you a better value and convenience. You can use your
meals in the Fresh Food Company, where you will experience world cuisine as well as
traditional Kentucky favorites, and at Stratton Café for certain combos. Meals can also be
used as “Meal Exchange,” meaning you can exchange one Fresh Food Company meal for
specific meals in the Fountain Food Court from Sunday – Thursday, 8 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Flex Dollars
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The other part of the meal plan is Flex Dollars that give you even more convenience and
options. Flex Dollars can be used in all restaurants and convenience stores on campus.
Flex Dollars transfer from fall to spring semester but expire at the end of the spring
semester. For more information, please go to www.ekudining.com.
All freshmen residents who have not completed one full fall and spring
semester are required to purchase a Residential Meal Plan. For upperclassmen
and commuter students, meal plans are optional. However, many purchase meal
plans to help manage the money they spend on food in a safe and economical
way. Students may sign up for meal plans via their EKU Direct Account under the
“Student Services” section. For questions concerning meal plans or to see a
list of plans, visit www.ekudining.com or contact the Colonel 1 Card Office at
www.colonel1card.eku.edu or (859) 622-2179.
Bookstore
The Barnes & Noble @ EKU Bookstore in the Keen Johnson Building is your one
stop shop for textbook RENTALS and officially licensed EKU apparel. RENTING
your textbooks at B&N @ EKU can save you 30% to 80% off new book pricing!
Visit us online at www.shopeku.com to reserve your books for the upcoming
semester and get first choice on USED RENTALS. You may also order through EKU
DIRECT by choosing Student Services and Financial Aid, Registration and Order
Your Books Online. Whether you are looking for rental books, used books or
eTextbooks, we have all the options. See a bookseller for all the details about
rental and digital books—with all these options, there’s never been a better time
to save on books!
Online textbook orders for each semester can be picked up at the Barnes & Noble
@ EKU Bookstore beginning the week before classes start. Let us do the searching
and packing for you—all you do is the pickup. You may also choose convenient
home delivery via UPS. When the semester winds down, return your rentals back to
the campus bookstore and sell any other books you may have for up to 50% cash
back. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!
In order to use incoming student financial aid to purchase books, you must
first be authorized to receive a Book Voucher. How do Book Vouchers work? To
summarize, if you have enough financial aid funds remaining after the funds are
applied to all your other expenses, you may qualify for a voucher.
Book Vouchers
Those students who will be receiving enough financial aid to cover all their cost
of attendance (tuition, housing and meal plan) and still have additional funds left
over are eligible to use those funds to pay for books by using a Book Voucher. Book Vouchers are used at the EKU Bookstore and can be requested from your
EKU DIRECT account. All students wishing to purchase their books on account
MUST have a voucher to do so. Only those students who are eligible for financial
aid and have signed a Title IV Authorization form can request a book voucher.
The voucher program is active starting two weeks before the first day of class
for any given term. The program ends two weeks after the first day of classes.
The value of vouchers is dependent on the amount of financial aid available.
They are given in increments of $250, $500 and $750. The student can choose
the amount of the voucher offered if he or she prefers a lesser amount.
For students relying on the book voucher program to purchase books, he or she
should complete a FAFSA for the upcoming year as soon as possible but no later
than July 1 to receive books for the fall semester. After completing the FAFSA it
is also important that students verify in EKU Direct that the Financial Aid Office
is not requesting additional paperwork.
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Campus Security
The
University strives to provide our students with a safe environment. For your safety we provide:
• A campus-wide shuttle service
• Residence Hall Card Access System allowing
• Blue light emergency phones placed throughout
controlled entry by residents only, as well as a
the campus linked directly to EKU Police
call box located at the entry of each hall for
• Escort service provided by the EKU Police visitors to contact a resident for entry and
Department
escort within the building
• Well-lighted walkways for students going to class,
the library and other facilities on campus at night
Public Safety
The Department of Public Safety provides a wide range of services to keep the University
community
safe and secure. These services include:
• Police Department
• Emergency Management
• Environmental Health and Safety
EKU police officers provide 24-hour patrol of campus buildings, parking lots, residence hall exteriors
and campus grounds. Patrol is by motor vehicle, bicycle and on foot. Visit us at www.police.eku.edu.
Student Parking
How to Register for a Student Parking Permit Online
1. Go to www.eku.edu, and login to EKU Direct.
2. Click on “Vehicle Registration.”
3. Select the correct permit type from the drop down menu and click “Continue.”
Developmental Education
The Developmental Education and Academic Readiness Program at EKU helps students achieve academic success by
developing or enhancing skill level proficiencies for lifelong learning. Students must demonstrate basic skill proficiencies in
the areas of reading, writing and mathematics as determined by ACT, SAT, KYOTE, COMPASS or EKU placement test scores.
Students identified as needing additional help in these basic skill areas are required to enroll in developmental-level college
readiness courses designed to improve academic skills. Students are responsible for having ACT, SAT, KYOTE or COMPASS
scores sent to and on file at EKU.
Students needing developmental or college readiness coursework are required to enroll in the specified courses during
the first and each subsequent semester of enrollment, excluding summer, until all developmental or college readiness
requirements are completed. Students are given two consecutive attempts to complete each developmental need, and must
complete all required developmental courses by the end of the term in which the 45th attempted credit hour is attained,
including developmental hours. Withdrawal from a developmental course counts as one semester of university enrollment
toward the attempted completion of a developmental requirement. For more information, please see our website
www.developmentaleducation.eku.edu.
Success First! Eastern Bridge and Summer Bridge Programs
The Eastern Bridge program is a high school-to-college transition program for students admitted under the Success First
initiative. It is designed to support students throughout college with classes and services that help them on their journey to
earning a degree. The program provides students with resources such as advising, academic support and a dedicated mentor
at the University to answer questions and address problems that students may encounter. For more information, please see our
website www.developmentaleducation.eku.edu/eastern-bridge or call (859) 622-8860.
The Summer Bridge program for Success First admits is designed to give students a head-start on their freshman year by
completing college-readiness courses, if needed, as well as completing credit-bearing courses. For Summer Bridge information
and an application, please go to www.developmentaleducation.eku.edu/summerbridge or call (859) 622-8860.
4. Select your primary vehicle from the registered vehicles list and click “Purchase Permit.”
After purchasing a permit for your primary vehicle, you may go to Parking Home (found
at the top left of each page). Click on “Register Additional Vehicle.” Select or add the
additional vehicle and click on “Purchase Permit.” You will need to follow this procedure
for each additional vehicle you wish to register. To purchase a motorcycle permit click on
“Parking Home” (found at the top left of each page). Click on “Purchase Permit.” Select the
correct motorcycle from the registered vehicles list and click “Purchase Permit.”
If your motorcycle is not on the registered list you will need to scroll down and click
“Add A Vehicle” and fill in all the vehicle information. Remember the license plate number
and/or letters need no spaces. Select the correct vehicles by clicking on the checkbox to
the left of the vehicle descriptions and then click “Purchase Permit.”
Credit-By-Examination
5. If you need to register a different vehicle or if your license plate has changed, you will
need to scroll down and click “Add A Vehicle” and fill in all the vehicle information.
Advanced Placement (AP) Scores
6. The confirmation page of your parking permit purchase is not a temporary permit
or a receipt of payment.
If you come to Parking & Transportation to pick up your parking permit, you will need
to bring a picture ID and your EKU ID number. Your parking permit will automatically
be charged to your account.
If you have a change of vehicle and/or license plate number after you
have registered for your permit, please contact Parking & Transportation
at (859) 622-PARK or by emailing [email protected] (please include your
EKU ID number).
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Academic Readiness & Testing
Students may attempt to earn academic “credit-by-examination” in certain undergraduate courses by demonstrating exemplary
knowledge attained through educational experiences other than university instruction. Students may earn college credit
through the Advanced Placement Program (AP) in high school, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB) in high
school, College Level Examination Program (CLEP®) and EKU departmental examinations. The conditions that apply to
“credit-by-examination” courses are outlined on the Academic Testing website at www.testing.eku.edu.
When you come to campus for Orientation and course scheduling, be sure to tell the advisor you have taken AP, CLEP® or
IB tests. If possible, bring a copy of your scores with you. This information will be used in planning your first-semester course
schedule. If you have questions concerning the “credit-by-examination” program, please contact the Office of Academic
Testing at (859) 622-1281 or www.testing.eku.edu.
What to do with your AP (Advanced Placement) Scores…
• Make sure you have your AP scores sent to the Office of
Academic Testing through the College Board.
• Score reports need to be official, so if you did not request
that your scores be sent to EKU at the time of your exam,
go to http://apstudent.collegeboard.org/takingthe
exam/score-reporting-services to make the request.
EKU’s college code with the College Board is 1200.
• AP exam credit equivalencies are listed at
www.testing.eku.edu/advanced-placement-programapp or in the 2014-2015 Catalog.
• Remember, AP scores from May exams are not
available until early to mid-July.
Questions? Call the Academic Testing Office at (859) 622-1281, email us at [email protected],
or stop by the Whitlock Building, Room 340.
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Student Accounting Services
The Department of Student Accounting Services provides students with a variety of convenient methods
to make payments on their EKU Account. Payments can be made online by credit card or e-check
or by mailing checks or money orders to Student Accounting Services in the Whitlock Building, Room
210. Checks should be made payable to Eastern Kentucky University and should include the student’s
identification number. Payment on accounts is generally due at the end of the month. Bills not paid in
full by the required due date are subject to a late payment fee of 10 percent of the account balance due,
up to $25 per month. Student Accounting Services will send a monthly billing notification via EKU email
to all students who have an outstanding account balance. The statement is sent during the first week of
each month. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that his/her account is paid in a timely manner,
even if a monthly billing statement is not received. The student may view his/her account online at
any time by going to www.online.eku.edu.
The hours of operation are:
8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday
Installment Payment Plan
Eastern Kentucky University students may choose to pay their eligible charges
for fall and spring semesters using an Installment Payment Plan (IPP). Eligible
charges are items such as current-semester tuition, class fees, housing, meal
plans, parking permits and professional liability insurance. This installment
option allows the student to make payments during the semester. Twenty-five
percent of all current-semester eligible charges plus all remaining charges must be
paid by the first installment payment due date. The remaining payments are required
on the next three installment due dates. There is a nonrefundable Installment Payment
Plan activation fee of $25. The fee is due with the second installment payment.
To enroll in the IPP, students:
1.Log in to your EKU Student Web Account
2.Click on “Student Services & Financial Aid”
3.Click on “Installment Payment Plan”
4.Read and click “I agree” to the terms indicated
5.Make the required 25% payment by the due date
of each term
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Past-Due Accounts
Students with past-due accounts will not be allowed to register until the account balance is paid in full.
Students unable to pay the past-due account in full may visit the Student Accounting Services office to
inquire about payment arrangements.
Returned Checks
All returned checks are subject to a $25 fee.
Title IV Authorization
Under current federal regulations, EKU cannot accept federal financial aid as payment for non-institutional
charges, such as parking and bookstore charges, unless the student signs a Title IV Authorization form. This
authorization form may be found on our website at www.studentaccounting.eku.edu or may be obtained
in person at the Student Accounting Services office. This form will also be available on your Orientation day.
Students Seeking Employment
Students can find current on-campus job opportunities at https://jobs.eku.edu. Students must apply online
and after being selected for a position, can go to Jones 203 to submit required documentation to work
on campus. There are two categories of employment: Federal Work Study and Institutional Employment.
Federal Work Study may be available to eligible students who have made an application for financial aid
and are enrolled for a minimum of six hours for the semester. Institutional Employment is available to any
student who has not applied for financial aid or does not have eligibility for Federal Work Study. Institutional
student employees must be enrolled a minimum of 12 hours per semester. Positions vary and are updated
frequently so students should check back often. Most pay minimum wage.
Students who are interested in gaining employment off campus in local and surrounding counties can
receive assistance through the Part-Time Job Placement Program. To enroll, students may contact the
Center for Career and Co-op.
All students employed on campus are paid via direct deposit every two weeks based on the actual number
of hours worked. Students are allowed a flexible work schedule and are able to schedule their work hours
around their class schedule. For more information, please contact the Human Resources Department by
calling (859) 622-5094 or e-mailing [email protected]. The office is located in the Jones Building,
Room 203.
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Financial Aid
What is Financial Aid?
Financial aid helps fund your college education by supplementing
contributions from you and your family. Aid is awarded in the form of grants
(which do not have to be repaid), loans (which must be repaid)
and work study.
Financial aid starts with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
EKU will use the information provided on the FAFSA to determine what types
of aid your family is eligible to receive. You can complete a FAFSA online at
www.fafsa.gov.
Do I have to complete the FAFSA every year?
Yes. You must complete the FAFSA each academic year. You should apply
as soon as possible after January 1st each year. Renewal of your financial
aid package depends on your academic grade progress and completion
of credit hours.
Should I apply for aid if I probably will not qualify?
Yes. The application is free and some types of aid, such as loans
and Parent Plus Loans, are available regardless of income.
When will I receive information about my financial aid award?
If all requirements have been completed, financial aid award letters will be
mailed to incoming freshmen beginning in April. Your award letter will give
you instructions on how to view/accept/decline your awards through your
EKU Direct account.
How do I get my student loans to disburse to my account?
If you were awarded a student loan, you will need to complete Entrance Loan
Counseling and sign your Master Promissory Note (MPN). You may complete
both of these requirements at www.studentloans.gov. You need to have
your FAFSA PIN number to complete both the entrance counseling and the
MPN. First-time freshmen must wait 30 days (federal regulation) from the first
day of class for their loans to be applied to their EKU account. Students must
be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours to receive a loan.
What happens if my FAFSA is selected for verification?
Each year, the Department of Education randomly selects a percentage of
students for a process called verification. If you are notified that you have
been selected for verification, you will not receive your financial aid award
package until after the verification process is completed. Kentucky Higher
Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) processes all of EKU’s verification
files. If you have been contacted by KHEAA to complete verification
paperwork, you will need to respond to them as soon as possible.
You may complete those requirements online at www.kheaa.com.
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How do I receive my KEES money?
The Kentucky Educational Excellence Scholarship is awarded to students who have
graduated from a Kentucky high school. If you are eligible for the KEES scholarship award,
you will be notified by the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority. KEES funds
are typically placed in your student account one month after the first day of class each
semester. KEES monies can be used to pay for any charges that you may have at EKU. If
you have questions regarding your KEES award amount you may review your status online
at www.kheaa.com or by calling KHEAA at 1-800-928-8926.
When will my EKU scholarship be applied to my account?
If you have received an EKU merit scholarship it will be applied to your account
approximately a week before the first day of class.
How do I have a non-EKU scholarship sent to the university?
If you are receiving an outside scholarship, the EKU Financial Aid Office must count this
scholarship as part of your financial aid award. All outside scholarship checks may be
mailed to the EKU Student Accounting Office; 521 Lancaster Avenue, Whitlock CPO 60,
Richmond, KY 40475.
Who do I need to contact if I have a special circumstance or questions
about my financial aid?
You can contact or visit the Office of Student Financial Assistance and ask to speak with
a counselor to discuss your circumstances. The phone number for the EKU Office of
Student Financial Assistance is (859) 622-2361 and the office is located at Whitlock
Building, Room 251.
How many credits are required to receive financial aid?
Generally, students must be enrolled at least half time (6 undergraduate credit hours) in
required coursework to receive most types of federal and state financial aid.
What is the loan limit for a freshman?
A freshman dependent student loan limit is $5,500 for the academic year – students will
receive half of this amount in the fall semester and the other half in the spring semester.
How does my parent apply for a PLUS loan?
Your parent must “Request a Direct PLUS Loan” online, submit to a credit check and
sign a PLUS Master Promissory Note (MPN) at www.studentloans.gov. The parent
borrower must have a federal PIN number (apply www.pin.ed.gov) in order to apply
for a PLUS loan.
What if my parent is denied a PLUS loan?
You may contact our office to request an additional Unsubsidized Loan of $4,000.
How do I contact the EKU Student Financial Assistance Office?
The office phone number is (859) 622-2361 and the office hours are Monday – Thursday,
8 a.m. - 5 p.m; Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Website: www.finaid.eku.edu.
Email: [email protected].
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Academic Advising
As a part of Orientation, you will print a DegreeWorks worksheet. This is
an outline of the course requirements for your chosen major. If you are an
Exploratory (undecided) or College Readiness student, your worksheet will
only reflect the general education requirements. During Orientation, you will
meet with an advisor who will assist you in creating your course schedule for the
upcoming semester. After meeting with an advisor, if needed you can receive
assistance in registering for your classes for the next semester. Following the
Orientation date, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact your
academic advisor. Their names and contact information can be found on your
DegreeWorks worksheet located in EKU Direct (the University’s computer-based
student information system).
You will need to meet with your advisor a minimum of two times a year
regarding course scheduling. In preparation for the spring semester, you should
meet with your advisor in October. In preparation for summer/fall semesters,
you should meet with your advisor in March. If you have any concerns or issues
regarding University academic policies or processes throughout the semester,
please feel free to contact your advisor.
For specific fall, spring or summer registration dates, refer to the Colonel’s
Compass, www.colonelscompass.eku.edu.
The University Advising Office serves Exploratory and College Readiness
students and is located in the Whitlock Building, Room 347. The office has
full-time professional advisors available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through
Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday to assist undecided students. Visit us
at www.advising.eku.edu or call (859) 622-2276.
General Education
The purpose of the general education program at EKU is to promote learning
that is central to intellectual pursuits, enabling students to make informed
choices about matters of public and personal significance. The general
education curriculum is a required component of any bachelor’s degree
program. It consists of course requirements in broad areas referred to as
“elements.” Associate degree programs have slightly different requirements.
The complete general education program and requirements are outlined
in section four (General Academic Information) of the Eastern Kentucky
University Undergraduate Catalog. This catalog can be viewed online at
www.undergradstudies.eku.edu/catalog.
Course Load
The typical course load for first-semester students is 12-16 hours. Students enrolled
in two or more developmental courses are limited to 12 hours. The maximum load
for students is 18 hours unless approval is provided by the dean of the college of
the student’s major. The final selection of courses and the total course load will vary
for each individual student. Factors such as the student’s academic background,
job/family responsibilities, etc., should be considered when making final course
selections. Students taking 15 hours per semester will stay on track in most
programs to graduate within four years, which is highly encouraged by EKU.
Class days are listed using the following abbreviations:
M = Monday T = Tuesday W = Wednesday R = Thursday
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F = Friday
S = Saturday
U = Sunday
Tips for Academic Success
Monday-Wednesday-Friday classes meet for
50 minutes each period. Tuesday-Thursday
classes meet for 1 hour and 15 minutes each
period. Evening classes usually meet once or
twice a week from 1800 - 2045 (6 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.).
Other class meeting times are clearly
indicated in the schedule bulletins. Most
classes are scheduled during the following
time periods:
Monday-Wednesday-Friday (MWF)
0800 - 0850
0905 - 0955
1010 - 1100
1115 - 1205
1220 - 1310
1325 - 1415
1430 - 1520
1535 - 1625
1640 - 1730
(8 a.m. - 8:50 a.m.)
(9:05 a.m. - 9:55 a.m.)
(10:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.)
(11:15 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.)
(12:20 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.)
(1:25 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.)
(2:30 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.)
(3:35 p.m. - 4:25 p.m.)
(4:40 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
Tuesday-Thursday (TR)
0800 - 0915
0930 - 1045
1100 - 1215
1230 - 1345
1400 - 1515
1530 - 1645
(8 a.m. - 9:15 a.m.)
(9:30 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.)
(11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.)
(12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.)
(2 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.)
(3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.)
• Go to class! Arrive early and stay for the whole period.
• Sit in the front of the classroom.
• Pay attention and take notes.
• Participate in class discussion.
• Make at least two friends in each class that you can count on to take notes in
case you have to miss.
• Get their phone numbers and call them before the next class to find out what
you missed.
• Review material each night after class.
• Do not procrastinate! Study in advance of quizzes, midterms and finals.
• Turn in all assignments on time. Give yourself enough time to do multiple drafts
and to check your work.
• If you have free time between classes, do not go back to your room. Find a
place on campus to study.
• See your professor during office hours. They take note of students who are
trying to succeed.
• Establish regular study hours. Build time into each day for studying.
• Keep a calendar or planner for organization. Write down due dates and exam
dates for each class.
• Write down registration deadlines.
Academic Resources
Academic Advising: www.advising.eku.edu
Have a question about declaring or changing a major? Need assistance with course
planning? Struggling in a course and need advice?
• Contact the University Advising Office
• Whitlock Building, Room 347: (859) 622-2276
Academic Testing: www.testing.eku.edu
Do you have AP credits? In order to get credit for these you must have all AP test
information sent to EKU within your first 30 hours of EKU enrollment.
• Contact the Academic Testing Office
• Whitlock Building, Room 340: (859) 622-1281
Tutoring Schedule: www.tutoring.eku.edu
Helpful resources to ensure your academic success at EKU.
Undergraduate Catalog: www.catalogs.eku.edu
Locate course descriptions, University policies, program information, contact
information for all University departments.
DegreeWorks Audit: www.registrar.eku.edu/links/degreeworks
Learn the requirements for your specific program! Your DegreeWorks audit shows
completed and remaining courses needed for graduation and is used for advising
and registration purposes.
Colonel’s Compass: www.colonelscompass.eku.edu
Find important advising and registration dates, guides to registration, important
calendars with deadline information.
EKU Student E-mail Account: www.it.eku.edu/support/email
Please check regularly! This is considered official, secure communication at EKU.
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Student Success Seminars
As a new first-year student at EKU, you will enroll in a Student Success Seminar during your first semester. This course
will introduce you to academic and student life at EKU and equip you with the tools necessary to be successful in college.
The specific course you are assigned will depend on whether you have declared a major. All full time first-year students
are required to enroll in and successfully complete a Student Success Seminar during their first semester at EKU. Student
Success Seminars are a requirement for graduation. If you are undeclared or are majoring in psychology you will take:
GSD 101 – Foundations of Learning (3 hours)
This course provides foundational knowledge and skills in critical and creative thinking, introduces students to academic
and student life at EKU, and includes a unit on major and career exploration. GSD 101 fulfills the one hour Student Success
Seminar requirement and provides two additional credit hours of electives. If you have selected a major other than psychology, you will take one of the College-Specific Student Success
Seminars (1 hour) below:
ASO 100 – Arts & Sciences Majors Only
HSO 100 – Health Sciences Majors Only
BTO 100 – Business & Technology Majors Only
JSO 100 – Justice & Safety Majors Only
EDO 100 – Education Majors Only
HON 100 – Honors Students Only
Learning Communities
During the fall 2015 semester, undeclared students will be pre-enrolled, as seats are available, into the First Year Courses
learning communities. Students in a learning community take two or more classes with the same peer group, which builds
stronger social and academic connections, and provides support for your college success. Additionally, by participating
in a learning community, you will be encouraged to make connections between the knowledge, skills and content of the
courses in which you are enrolled. Involvement in a learning community also helps in developing critical thinking and
communication skills.
FALL 2015 OPPORTUNITIES
The Student Success Seminar for undeclared students (GSD 101) is paired with
one of the following General Education courses to form learning communities:
• CMS 100 – Introduction to Human Communication
• ENG 101 – Reading, Writing and Rhetoric
• PSY 200 – Introduction to Psychology
By participating in a First Year Learning Community, students are made aware of the relationship between the success skills
they are developing in their Student Success Seminar and the application of these skills in other courses. Students will also
be provided with opportunities to engage with peers and the faculty of their learning community both in and outside of
class time. To be eligible for a GSD learning community students must be:
• First-year students with fewer than 30 transfer hours
• Have a major of undeclared or psychology
• Be college ready in English and reading
Career Counseling Seminar (GCS 199)
The Career Counseling Seminar (GCS 199) is highly recommended for any student who is uncertain of what major to
choose, i.e. students who have not declared majors or students who have declared majors but still have uncertainty
about whether or not the major is suitable for them. In the course, trained counselors help students identify their interests,
abilities, personality traits and values that are pertinent when choosing a major or career direction. Students learn about
various careers of interest, as well as strategies on how to make effective career decisions. The course is eight weeks,
and students receive one hour of academic credit.
Center for Career & Co-op
EKU’s Center for Career & Co-op offers career counseling appointments to assist students with career decision making,
exploring career options and actively planning for a co-op, internship, part-time or full-time employment. The center’s staff
is available by appointment for personalized assistance ([email protected]).
Major & Career Exploration
The staff at the Center for Career & Co-op utilize career assessments to provide students with “best fit” career/major options
relating to their interests, personality, strengths and values. For students that have a career direction or major in mind, we
provide the most up-to-date information on what opportunities and career paths are available with their major, supply and
demand in Kentucky and nationwide, salary ranges, potential employers and destinations of past graduates.
Part-Time Job Program
The Part-Time Job Program gives students the opportunity to obtain part-time, temporary and summer employment with
local and regional businesses. Students who participate in the program gain real-world experience in the workforce while
networking in the community. The Part-Time Job Program is open to all currently enrolled EKU students.
Co-op and Internships
EKU has the first accredited co-op program in the state of Kentucky. The Center assists students in résumé development and
the application process for co-op and internships. Students gain real-world experience through hands-on opportunities in
their career field available with employers nationally and internationally. Both co-op and intern students receive academic
credit for their work assignments. In addition, many students are offered full-time or part-time positions through their co-op
or internship employers.
Job Search Preparation
The Center for Career & Co-op staff offers individual appointments, workshops, online tools and other resources to help
students with career and job search preparation. These areas include résumé and cover letter writing, tips on job search
strategies, professional dress, dining etiquette, interviewing skills, and application to graduate and professional schools.
Connecting with Employers
The Center for Career & Co-op assists students in identifying and connecting with potential employers through job/career
fairs, on-campus interviews, individual appointments, online tools and other resources. C3 Career Express is our easy to use
online system that gives students and alumni access to jobs postings and employers targeting EKU students.
Tutoring Services
Trained tutors are ready to work with you at more than a dozen locations on campus! Visit www.tutoring.eku.edu for
information on the following:
• Tutoring in specific subjects
• Available academic workshops
• Tutoring center locations
• Other study resources
• Tutoring center hours
Questions? Email: [email protected] • Phone: (859) 622-8860 • Facebook: EKUTutoring
Center Name Subjects Locations Website
Math/Stats Lab
Math, Statistics
Wallace 342
www.mathtutor.eku.edu
Noel Studio
Communication, Projects
Composition, Research Crabbe Library
www.studio.eku.edu
GURUs
Variety - including content
areas, study skills, test
preparation, homework
help, questions about
campus, etc. Ask us anything!
Tech Commons;
Library;
Whitlock Building
www.gurus.eku.edu
Content area locations are available for history, chemistry, physics, accounting, biology, health sciences and computer
sciences! Go to www.tutoring.eku.edu for more information.
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Registrar’s Office
Colonel’s Compass
This online publication provides students with important academic policies, procedures and dates, including the last day
to add/drop a class or receive a tuition refund. The Compass covers summer, fall and spring terms. Students can view the
Compass online at www.colonelscompass.eku.edu.
Registration Agreement
As soon as you register for classes, you enter into a financial agreement with EKU. If unforeseen circumstances prevent
you from attending classes, you MUST withdraw yourself from your courses. If you fail to do this, you will be billed for your
classes and you will receive failing grades in those classes. The quickest way to withdraw from classes is to use your EKU
Direct account online. You may also send a letter instructing the EKU Registrar to withdraw you from the semester. This
letter should be addressed to the EKU Registrar and MUST include your EKU ID number and signature. The withdrawal will
be effective the date the letter is received by the Registrar. By doing this before the first week of classes you will ensure you
receive a full tuition refund. A full tuition refund will NOT be given if your withdrawal is received by the Registrar after the
end of the first week of classes.
Registration
Eastern Kentucky University has an online course registration system which can be accessed through a student’s EKU Direct
account. EKU Direct also allows students to access information on housing, grades and financial aid. At Orientation, after
being advised, you will log in to your EKU Direct account. When you leave Orientation, you will have a printout of your class
schedule listing the courses you are enrolled in, the days and times of the courses, and the classrooms where the courses
will meet.
Online Class Schedule
To view a complete list of courses offered for an upcoming semester, go to www.eku.edu.
Select the “Class Schedule” link under the “Toolbox” header. From the Class Schedule search page, you can choose the
criteria for your search by using the scroll bars and highlighting your choice for each section or typing in the information where
appropriate. You are not required to enter a choice for every section, but be sure to choose a subject, course number and the
campus you plan to attend.
Enrollment Verification
The National Student Clearinghouse is the official contracted agent by EKU to produce student enrollment verifications.
Students obtain their official verification fast & free through their EKU Direct account. The Registrar’s Office does not
complete or sign individual forms to verify enrollment. However, if you utilize the National Student Clearinghouse and have
difficulties printing the certification form, you may contact the Registrar’s Office by phone at (859) 622–2320, by email at
[email protected], or in person at Whitlock Building, Room 239. There are also detailed instructions on the Registrar’s
website at www.registrar.eku.edu/enrollment-degree-verifications.
FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), as amended, is a federal law that protects the privacy of
student education records. FERPA governs access to and the release of information from those records. Notice to students
regarding the rights and restrictions placed upon the maintenance, inspection and release of student records is published
annually in the Undergraduate Catalog and the University Handbook for Students. Additionally, all EKU students are
informed of their FERPA rights each year during the fall semester through an email notification sent to their official EKU
email address. Students may use Web-4-Parent to authorize access to another party. For more information on FERPA, please
visit www.registrar.eku.edu/ferpa.
Web-4-Parent
In accordance with FERPA, students can give written permission authorizing an individual to have guest access to their
academic and financial information in EKU Direct. Guest access is “view only” and does not enable the guest to make any
changes to the student’s information. Only the student can approve access and may choose to limit or revoke access at any
time. Before a student is able to use Web-4-Parent they must complete the Web-4-Parent Authorization form and return it to
the Registrar’s Office (Whitlock 239), either in person or via an email attachment from their EKU email account. In compliance
with Federal regulations, the Registrar’s Office is not able to accept an authorization form if it is mailed or returned by
anyone other than the student. Forms signed by a parent or guest user will not be accepted; forms can only be accepted
if completed and signed by the student. The authorization form may be picked up from the Registrar’s Office. For more
information please visit www.registrar.eku.edu/web-4-parent.
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