University of the Incarnate Word
Graduate Bulletin
2006-2008 Edition
Volume 70 • Number 8 • June, 2006
The Bulletin of the University of the Incarnate Word is published biannually by the University of the Incarnate Word, 4301 Broadway, San Antonio, Texas 78209-6397.
The provisions of this Bulletin are subject to change without notice and do not constitute an irrevocable contract between any student and the University of the Incarnate Word. While every effort is made to keep the contents of this Bulletin up-to-date, information about policy changes, the current semester schedule and the academic calendar are available in the Registrar’s Office.
Chapter I. General Information
- The University
- History and Mission
- The Campus
- International Conference Center
- International Conference Center II
- San Antonio
- Accreditation
- Affiliations
- Application of Bulletin
- Degrees and Major Programs
- Guiding Principles and Objectives of Graduate Study
- Research
Chapter II. Graduate Admissions
- General Requirements for Admission to Graduate Study
- Degree Seeking
- Transient
- Non-degree Seeking
- Change of Status
- Certificates
- Application Procedures
- Admission of International and International Exchange Students
- Advising and Registration
Chapter III. Academic Regulations
- Catalog of Graduation
- Graduate Credit & Course Numbers
- Course Load
- Change of Major
- System of Grading
- Grade Point Average
- Auditing
- English Competency
- Leave of Absence
- Withdrawal
- Conferral of Degrees
- Student Records Fee
- Student Records
- Review of the Educational Record
- Educational Records on Campus
- Amendment of the Educational Record
- Directory Information and Student Confidentiality
- Transcripts
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Forms of Academic Dishonesty
- Procedures for Investigating Claims of Academic Dishonesty and Assessing Sanctions
- Appeals of Disciplinary Sanctions Assessed by Academic Honor Board
Chapter IV. Master Degree Requirements
- Fulfillment of the Masterís Degree Program Requirements
- Transfer of Credit
- Continuation in the Master's Program
- Dismissal from a Master's Program
- Completion of the Master's Program
- Thesis
- Comprehensive Examination
- Capstone Course
Chapter V. Doctoral Degree Requirements
- Admission to Doctoral Study
- Continuation in the Doctoral Program
- Fulfillment of Doctoral Program Requirements
- Transfer of Credit for the Doctoral Program
- Waiver of Course Requirements for the Doctoral Program
- Dismissal from the Doctoral Program
- Qualifying Examination and Admission to Candidacy
- Dissertation
Chapter VI. Graduate Programs
- H-E-B School of Business and Administration
- Dreeben School of Education
- College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Science
- School of Interactive Media and Design
- School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering
- School of Nursing & Health Professions
- Feik School of Pharmacy
Chapter VII. Academic Services
- The Library
- Library Catalog & Electronic Resources
- Library Collections
- Benefactors
- Library Facilities & Equipment
- Services
- Library Human Resources
- Office of Technology Training
Chapter VIII. Financial Information
- Mission Statement
- Tuition
- Auditing Courses
- Student Records Fee
- Transcripts
- Housing
- Dining Service
- Student Health Insurance
- Parking Permits
- How to Obtain a Parking Permits
- Tuition Discounts
- Payments
- Payment Policy
- Account Statements and Disputes
- Returned Items/Insufficient Funds
- Credit/Refunds
- Withdrawals and Refunds
- Important Notes
- Financial Assistance
- Types of Financial Assistance Available
- Scholarships
- Loans
- Employment
- Satisfactory Academic Progress
- Academic Standards
- Maximum Time Frames
- Enrollment Status
- Review Policy
- Financial Aid Termination
- Conditions for Reinstatement
Chapter IX. University Services
- Campus Ministry
- Counseling Service
- Student Disability Services
- Health Services
- Office of Career Services
- The Student Center and Leadership Activities
- Food Service
- Intramural Activities
- Security and Parking
- Student Housing
- Student ID