2015 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA SOUTHBOUND NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION JANUARY 2015 Spring 2015 Orientation University of South Alabama Wednesday, January 7, 2015 (Freshmen) Thursday, January 8, 2015 (Transfer Last Name A-K) Friday, January 9, 2015 (Transfer Last Name L-Z) The University of South Alabama does not discriminate in its student and employment practices in violation of any applicable laws. The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Southbound Orientation Schedule Spring 2015 January Orientation 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Orientation Check-in (*) Student Center All students will be required to check-in at the Orientation table located inside the Student Center. Note: Orientation is for STUDENTS ONLY. Failure to check-in will result in the removal of your class registration time slot. 8:35 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. New Student Orientation (*) Student Center Ballroom USA Financial Aid USA Student Accounting Office USA Registrar’s Office Transfer Credit Evaluations University policies and procedures Student ID cards Parking zones How to register for classes Student E-mail accounts • • • • • • • • • 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ‘Your College’ Overview (*) College Convocations Take this opportunity to meet the deans and advisors for your chosen field of study and review the curriculum for your academic college. 10:30 a.m. – until Academic Advising (*) Departmental Advising Computer Labs Meet your departmental advisor to learn about the curriculum and transfer credits, while discussing your class choices for the Spring term. Registration for Spring 2015 classes immediately follows academic advising. Academic advising is mandatory, therefore, your registration will be blocked until this requirement is fulfilled. After academic advising and class registration, all student athletes should report to the Academic Support Center, per NCAA guidelines. In order to expedite the class registration process, ALL Allied Health and Nursing majors are asked to bring their personal laptop computers to Advising and Registration. • • • Registration for Spring 2015 Classes (*) Departmental Advising Computer Labs An introduction to USA’s computing environment, including using the computer labs, accessing your University e-mail account, and registering for Spring 2015 classes. Purchase Textbooks and Supplies USA Bookstore – Main Campus Present your class schedule to a representative in the USA Bookstore and they will assist you in the purchase of books and supplies needed for Spring 2015 classes. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. USA Campus Tour (Optional) Meisler Hall Students wanting the optional campus tour on JagTran will meet in Meisler Hall 2500 at 3:00 p.m. (*) MANDATORY 2 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA MATH PLACEMENT EXAM DATES AND TIMES For those students who need to take the Math Placement Exam, contact the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at (251) 460-6264 to reserve a date and time. Please make sure you complete the math placement exam prior to attending your orientation session, as you may not be able to register for a math class until this is completed. Available dates for the Math Exam are listed below: SESSION DATE TIME LOCATION Session 1 January 6, 2015 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. ILB 245 Session 2 January 7, 2015 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. ILB 245 Session 3 January 8, 2015 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. ILB 245 Session 4 January 12, 2015 1 p.m. ILB 245 For more information, please read pages 4-5 of this program. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 3 Course Placement Math Placement Students will be placed in mathematics courses based on their Math-ACT sub-scores as follows: USA Math Course Pre-requisite Course/ACT Grade/Math-ACT Sub-Score Introductory Algebra (DS 082) Math-ACT or Math Placement Test Below 19 0-59 Intermediate College Algebra (MTH 100) Math-ACT or Math Placement Test 19-21 60-69 Finite Mathematics (MA 110) NONE NONE Precalculus Algebra (MA 112) MTH 100 or Math-ACT or Math Placement Test C 22 70-79 Precalculus Trigonometry (MA 113) MA 112 or Math-ACT or Math Placement Test C 24 80-89 Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry (MA 115) Math-ACT or Math Placement Test 25 80-89 Calculus and Its Applications (MA 120) MA 112 or MA 113 or MA 115 or Math-ACT or Math Placement Test C C C 23 80-89 Calculus I (MA 125) MA 113 or MA 115 or Math-ACT or Math Placement Test C C 27 90-100 Department of Mathematics and Statistics (251) 460-6264 4 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA Mathematics Placement Information Who has to take the mathematics placement test? • Students who have not taken the ACT/SAT or who have not submitted their ACT/SAT score to the Office of Admissions. • Students who need to take courses which have a mathematics pre-requisite of MA 112 or above and do not have any transfer credit for those courses. Who does not have to take the mathematics placement test? • Students who have an ACT/SAT score. • Students who have received transfer credit for a mathematics course at or above the level of MA 112 (make sure you have your transcript sent to the Office of Admissions). Please refer to your transfer credit evaluation on PAWS. Who might wish to take the mathematics placement test? • Students who disagree with their mathematics course placement as determined by their ACT/SAT sub-score. • Students who have course credit and would like to check their mastery of the material. Academic Advisors and Students: • MA 110 is not a prerequisite course for any other mathematics course. MA 110 only fulfills the mathematics requirements in selected academic programs. Check the University Bulletin. • Prerequisite overrides can be granted by the chair of the Mathematics and Statistics Department. These will only be given in exceptional cases such as those in which college credit from another institution, AP credit, or IB credit has not been recorded in PAWS. • Results from your mathematics placement exam are e-mailed to you upon completion of the exam and will be available in the system 48 hours after taking the exam. Conditional Freshmen: • Students admitted to the University as Conditional Freshmen must take their mathematics placement exam proctored in the Department of Developmental Studies (251-460-7155) during New Student Orientation. Conditional Freshmen should not take the Mathematics Placement Test in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. These students are required to successfully complete courses through MTH 100, regardless of where they start in the DS mathematics sequence, before beginning college-level mathematics. Students who have to or wish to take the mathematics placement test: • Please contact the Department of Mathematics and Statistics to register for the test. They may be reached at (251) 460-6264. • Please refer to page 3 for available test dates. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 5 Finances FINANCIAL AID Financial Aid is awarded according to the individual student’s needs in relation to college costs. The purpose of such aid is to defray expenses directly related to the student’s education and should NOT be regarded as a primary source of income. The staff of the Office of Financial Aid is always ready to assist you with complete confidentiality. The Office of Financial Aid follows federal guidelines in offering four types of assistance: grants, scholarships, college work-study programs and loans. Financial Aid Awards Financial Aid sends award information to your student e-mail account, and PAWS (http://paws.southalabama.edu) will verify how your money is distributed over the academic year. Most funds should be available during registration each semester, provided that all paperwork has been completed on time and you have met all eligibility requirements. All federal financial aid funds are received at the school (USA School Code: 001057) and applied to your student account with the Office of Student Accounting. If you are receiving a scholarship from a club, corporation or agency (i.e. not a USA scholarship), check the PAWS system to make certain the scholarship funds have been received on campus. If they have not, you would need to contact the donor organization that awarded you the scholarship. Financial Aid Refunds All refunds are handled by the Office of Student Accounting. If your financial aid award exceeds costs, you will receive a refund from the Office of Student Accounting. The refund can be distributed in two ways: (1) If you enrolled for electronic direct deposit (EDD) through the Office of Student Accounting, the refund will be deposited to the student’s checking account within 5-6 business days. (2) If you did not enroll in EDD, the refund will be mailed by the Office of Student Accounting to the student’s mailing address within two weeks after classes begin. Financial Aid Charges at the USA Bookstore Students will no longer have to wait until their financial aid balance is returned to them to purchase books. If a student has been awarded financial aid by the USA Office of Financial Aid and has excess funds after all tuition, fees, meals and housing have been paid, he or she may charge up to $1,500 (or the available balance, whichever is less) of books at the USA Bookstore. The Bookstore will have the available amount at checkout. Bookstore charges will be placed on the student’s account and covered by the financial aid disbursement. Financial Aid Bookstore charges run from January 7 - January 14. Bookstore charges should be available the next business day after 2 p.m. on the day the student registers during this time period. USA Office of Financial Aid Meisler Hall, Suite 1200 390 Alumni Circle Mobile, Alabama 36688 (800) 305-6828 www.southalabama.edu/finaid FORMS OF PAYMENT Tuition Payment If your financial aid does not cover costs, you can make up the difference with cash, check, MasterCard, Visa, American Express or Discover Card. Payments can be made via mail, online at PAWS (http://paws.southalabama.edu), Office of Student Accounting drop boxes on campus or at the Office of Student Accounting (Meisler Hall, Suite 1300). Tuition Payment Plan The University of South Alabama Credit Union offers a low cost plan by financing 100% of tuition, fees, housing and meals with equal payments over the term of the current semester. A book allowance of $750 is also offered. Students should see a Credit Union Representative to secure their schedule. For more information, please call the USA Credit Union at (251) 706-0255. USA Office of Student Accounting Meisler Hall, Suite 1300 390 Alumni Circle Mobile, Alabama 36688 (251) 460-6195 www.southalabama.edu/studentaccounting 6 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA USA Federal Credit Union 103 Hillcrest Road Mobile, Alabama 36608 (251) 706-0255 www.southalabama.edu/usafedcu <1 =1 >1 -$)&5"!$)#(&)!&!-/'(''($#!-+-##!+!!$"")#(+(-$)1 -$)&6&'$#!''-'("7&$&'&)!&!-1 $)$#3(*($!!($1"$&("+'%#( #!!'(!''("+*($+& '()#('.')%5($5("#)()%('$#-$)&&$&'#($+!!5"!-$)&'$$! 5"!$)#(!!!$#(+-1!'!&($5"!)'(0#8'$)(!"1)1 ?1 ##$((! ($#-$#$)(-$)&##!+($)(-$)&%&"''$#1$"%!(($&" #$!!$+(#'(&)($#'-$)+#()'($(! 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(3) It is helpful to have your own checking account, since you may be paying for tuition, books, etc. There is a USA Credit Union ATM on campus, and students may cash out-of-town checks up to $25 at the Office of Student Accounting in Meisler Hall. (4) A Post Office Box is provided at no additional charge for students living in the Residence Halls. Students must visit the post office in order to activate their box and receive a PO Box Number. (5) Books and supplies for a full-time student average $550 per semester. (6) A one-time fee of $10.00 will automatically be added into your tuition statement at registration for your USA Student ID (Jag Card). (7) A one-time non-refundable $100 orientation fee will be added to your first tuition statement. For more expense information, please see pages 24-25. CAMPUS LIVING Housing & Residence Life The Department of Housing offers many options to meet the lifestyles of a diverse student body. All residence hall areas have a common building space that provides students with a study room, TV room, laundry facilities and vending machines. Activities are planned each semester by the Residence Life Council (RLC) and Resident Advisors to enhance the college experience for our residence hall students. Spring Semester Residence Hall Check-In will be held January 6, 2015. Students should report to the Community Office that oversees the building they have been assigned to. Please use the chart below to determine where you should arrive to check in. As a reminder, housing balances are due by January 19, 2015. Phone Number Location 251-460-6465 Beta/Gamma Commons (side entrance) 251-460-6315 Stokes Hall 1st Floor Main Lobby 251-460-7870 Epsilon 1 (1st floor center doors, on left) 251-460-7759 Epsilon 1 (1st floor center doors, on left) 251-460-7926 New Hall 1st Floor Main Lobby 251-460-7921 Stokes Hall 1st Floor Main Lobby Beta/Gamma Community Office (serving residents of Beta 1-5 & Gamma 0-9) Delta Community Office (serving all residents of Delta 3 - 5) Epsilon Community Office (serving all residents of Epsilon 1, Epsilon 2, and Delta 6) Fraternity & Sorority Housing Office (serving residents of all 9 chapter houses) New Hall Community Office (serving all residents of New Hall) Stokes Hall Community Office (serving all residents of Stokes Hall) 8 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA Getting Started Dining Services All students living in the Residence Halls are required to purchase a USA meal plan. The cost of the USA meal plan will be automatically added to the student’s tuition statement. Students who are not required to purchase a meal plan, but wish to take advantage of the convenience and economy of them may purchase one. For meal plan options and prices, contact Dining Services at (251) 460-6296, or visit www.southalabamadining.com. Internet Access All students entering the University of South Alabama must have access to a computer with Internet connection. Students can find computer labs in all academic departments and at the Student Center. All on-campus residence halls and Greek housing have high-speed Ethernet connections for accessing the Internet and campus networks. On-campus residents do not have to apply for this service, as it is included in their housing charges. In each room, there is one connection per occupant. Details on Residence Hall networking may be found on the Web or by calling the Academic Computing Office in the Computer Services Center at (251) 460-6161. Student ID Card All students are required to have a Student ID card (Jag Card) made. The card is used for admission to the Recreation Center, on-campus athletic events and various campus programs. The card also functions as your Library card and many professors require that you show your ID before taking an exam. In addition, meal plans and declining balance accounts are encoded on the ID card. Prior to your orientation you will need to submit a photo of yourself to the following link http://bit.ly/1p9yeLU or by visiting www.southalabama.edu/studentcenter and clicking on “Get Funds Login”. You will pick up your Student ID card at New Student Orientation. Post Office The University of South Alabama Post Office is located on the first floor of the USA Student Center. This Post Office is a contract station, meaning that in addition to administering the University Intra-Campus Mail, it is also a Federal Post Office providing all services except C.O.D. There are no mail deliveries to the Residence Halls, therefore, all students living on campus are required to have a post office box for campus mail. Box rent is included in the Residence Hall fees. PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION Student Parking The USA parking system is divided into zones. The zoned parking is in effect Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m. during the Fall and Spring semesters. Zoned parking is NOT in effect during the Summer semester, however, students must still display a valid parking hangtag. All students will reserve their parking hangtags online at www.southalabama.edu/ parkingservices. Listed below are the different zones: South zone (purple) e.g. University Commons, Business, Shelby Hall Central zone (orange) e.g. Humanities, Student Center East zone (green) e.g. Instructional Lab, Visual Arts, Medicine, Allied Health and Nursing Residence zone (yellow) e.g. Residents of Beta, Epsilon, Delta, New Hall, Stokes Hall, Greek Houses North zone (brown) e.g. Library and Chemistry Gamma zone (red) e.g. Gamma residents Students are required to park in WHITE lined spaces. The BLUE lined spaces are designated for faculty and handicapped, as noted. Parking on YELLOW curbs or YELLOW lined areas is prohibited. Parking in RED lined Fire lanes is also prohibited. JagTran The University of South Alabama’s campus transportation system, JagTran, was created to provide easy, safe and efficient transportation for USA students, employees and visitors. JagTran vehicles run continuously throughout the day (Fall and Spring semesters ONLY) starting at 7:10 a.m. on the Main Campus. No tickets, money or reservations are needed. Students park their cars in color coded lots and then walk or ride JagTran. Parking guidelines will not change for students with disabilities. All JagTran vehicles will be fully accessible to all students, faculty and staff with disabilities. For JagTran maps and routes, please visit www.southalabama.edu/jagtran. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 9 Academic Advising Mission Statement The mission of Academic Advising Programs at the University of South Alabama is to provide an integrated array of effective academic advising services as well as resources and planning tools for students. This integrated program will assist undergraduate students to make a successful transition to, and establish their place in, university life; to take responsibility for learning how to set academic, career, and personal goals, and the strategies for achieving them; and to graduate in a timely manner, successfully meeting all requirements. Integral to our mission is providing our staff with the training needed to adapt readily to the changing environment of our university workplace and the advising profession. Meet Your Advisor: Adult Degree Program Diane Harvey Melanie McLain 251-460-6263 251-460-6263 Allied Health Jay Hunt Karen LaSarge Ronald Morgan (EMT/EMS) Linda Stearns 251-445-9260 251-445-9260 251-461-1832 251-445-9260 Arts and Sciences Nancy Howell Kelly Taylor Shylonda Stewart 251-461-1705 251-460-7271 251-460-7586 Athletic Academic Services Brittany Chandler (football-defense) Sarah Cowart (football-offense) Cody Crisp (baseball, soccer, women’s golf and tennis) Pat Johnson (women’s basketball, track & field/XC) Jason Kelly (softball) David Potter (volleyball, men’s basketball, golf, and tennis) 251-414-8230 251-414-8240 251-460-7341 251-461-1415 251-460-6072 251-460-7122 Baldwin County Campus Cathi Jones 251-928-8133 Business Cindy Nobles 251-460-7167 Computing Melissa Smith 251-460-6390 Conditional Freshmen LaDora Howard 251-460-7155 Continuing Education and Special Programs Diane Harvey Melanie McLain 251-460-6263 251-460-6263 Education Sally Jarvis Jayne Kennedy Josh Wooden 251-380-2889 251-380-2889 251-380-2889 Engineering Kelly Jackson 251-460-6140 Honors Program Michael Doran Jack Shelly-Tremblay 251-460-6926 251-460-1637 Hospitality and Tourism Management Diane Harvey Melanie McLain 251-460-6263 251-460-6263 Interdisciplinary Studies Diane Harvey Melanie McLain 251-460-6263 251-460-6263 Nursing Eric Light Brennen Mallet Kristyn Seawell 251-445-9400 251-445-9400 251-445-9400 Pre-Health Professions/BMD Cindy Stanfield 251-445-9280 Pre-Law Ron Nelson 251-460-7161 Student Disability Services Maggi Fields Latasha Perine 251-460-7212 251-460-7212 10 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA Academic Policies and Procedures Academic Divisions Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions College of Arts and Sciences Mitchell College of Business School of Computing College of Education College of Engineering College of Nursing School of Continuing Education and Special Programs University Calendar The University operates on the semester system with courses beginning in August, January, and May. The calendar is found in the Bulletin and on the University’s Web site, and necessary updates are published in the online semester edition of JagTraks. Degree Requirements Each major at USA has specific requirements (listed in the Bulletin) which you must fulfill to receive a degree. Because the requirements vary, the number of courses needed to be taken also differs from major to major. The minimum number of semester hours of credit required for an undergraduate program is 120 semester hours, and the standard class unit is three semester hours credit. Undergraduate students taking full semester schedules of fifteen hours usually graduate in eight semesters. For example: 15 hours per semester x 2 semesters = 30 semester hours per year. 30 semester hours per year x 4 years = 120 hours. Note: Many students work part-time and take fewer courses per term, and some of USA’s academic programs require more credits than 120. Because of this, some students attend summer semester or extend their time in college. Students do not always graduate in four years. The Bulletin You may view the 2014-2015 University of South Alabama Bulletin at www.southalabama.edu. This publication contains regulations concerning academic and administrative policies. The Bulletin describes each academic college and division, and it elaborates on courses of study, degree requirements, and standards of performance. Alternate Forms of Credit Advanced Placement (AP) If you took an Advanced Placement (AP) course in high school and sat for the end-of-year examination, please have your official AP scores mailed to USA’s Office of Admissions. International Baccalaureate Program (IB) Students participating in the International Baccalaureate Program (IB) will be granted credit by the University of South Alabama to those who have achieved a score of “5” or higher on the International Baccalaureate Program examinations. Individual academic disciplines will determine if a higher score is required in a particular course(s). Dual Enrollment If you are a high school student and you are receiving dual enrollment credit while in high school, you must send the Office of Admissions an official transcript from the institution through which you dual enrolled. An evaluation of transfer credits will be completed and mailed to students prior to the semester of entry. You must have earned at least a “C” (2.0) average on all previous collegiate work attempted to satisfy the requirements. CLEP The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) offers two types of tests by which you can earn college credit: General and Subject examinations. South Alabama recognizes all General examinations (English, humanities, mathematics, social science, natural science) and some Subject examinations and has set minimum scores which must be met to receive CLEP credit. While CLEP is an excellent method by which to receive college credit, you should consult your academic advisor to determine which CLEP exams would be appropriate to take. The Office of Admissions has information on the minimum scores required to receive credit (251) 460-6141. The Office of Counseling and Testing Services administers the exams (251) 460-7051. For more information regarding alternate forms of credit please visit http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/admissions/ collegecredit.html. Military Service A student may receive Military Science or Aerospace Science placement credit for prior military service or Junior ROTC training. Contact the Department of Military Science at (251) 460-6341 or the Department of Aerospace Studies at (251) 460-7211 for details. Exemption from English 101 Students who score a minimum ACT English score of 27 or SAT verbal score of 550 will be exempt from taking English 101. Official scores should be mailed to the Office of Admissions for exemption to be granted. In some major programs, the hours must be replaced with another course. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 11 Student Services and Campus Life STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Work-Study Jobs: The Federal work-study program is a joint effort by the federal government and the University to provide part-time jobs for students who need financial assistance. You may be awarded a Federal work-study job as part of your financial aid package. For more information about this program please contact the Office of Financial Aid at (800) 305-6828. Other Job Opportunities: Are you looking for a part-time job? We realize that many students have a desire to work as well as attend college. The Federal Job Location and Development Center is a great resource which provides information about part-time employment opportunities in the Mobile area. This center is located on the first floor of Meisler Hall, Suite 1200. The job database can be accessed by eligible students at www.southalabama.edu/finaid. STUDENT HEALTH The Student Health Center is located on the first floor of the Technology and Research Park Building III in Suite 1200. Services are provided to currently enrolled students by a team of fully licensed and board-certified providers. Hours of operation are Monday-WednesdayFriday, 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Tuesday-Thursday 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. when classes are in session. MANDATORY IMMUNIZATION POLICY All first-time entering students born after 1956 must have had two (2) doses of a measles containing vaccine (rubeola, M.R., MMR) and complete a TB questionnaire prior to class registration. All students living in University Housing are also required to have the Bacterial Meningitis vaccine (within the last five (5) years.) Please mail or fax your immunization form to: Health Portal USA Student Health Portal • Schedule appointments • Check your balance • Provide immunization records https://jaghealth.usouthal.edu University of South Alabama Student Health Center 650 Clinic Drive, Suite 1200 Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002 (251) 460-7151 / Fax (251) 414-8227 http://www.southalabama.edu/studenthealth CAREER SERVICES Assistance with career exploration Students who need help selecting a major or deciding on a career path can receive career counseling and assistance in our office. Some students may also benefit from one of our career assessments designed to help students examine academic majors and career options that would potentially be a good fit. Cooperative Education and Internship Program The Co-op/Intern program provides students with the opportunity to obtain professional experience in their field before they graduate, making them a more marketable job candidate in today’s economy. Students may be able to participate as early as their sophomore year. Some of our other services include: • Job search assistance • Professional development seminars and workshops • Resume development • Interviewing skills and practice interviews • Career fairs and events • Preparing for graduate school • Jaguar Job Link • Walk-in assistance To schedule an appointment please call our office at (251) 460-6188. COUNSELING AND TESTING CENTER The Counseling and Testing Center at the University of South Alabama offers assistance related to a wide range of problems and concerns. Students may receive counseling concerning study skills, career planning, stress management, relationship problems, anxiety, depression, disordered eating, as well as other issues. The Substance Abuse Education/ Prevention Center, located within the Counseling and Testing Center, is available to assist students who have alcohol and drug related problems. The Testing Center administers national examinations such as the Miller Analogies Test (MAT) and College Level Examination Program (CLEP). The Counseling Center, the Testing Center, and the Substance Abuse Center are located in Alpha Hall East, Room 326. The phone number is (251) 460-7051. 12 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA OFFICE OF VETERANS AFFAIRS South Alabama’s Office of Veterans Affairs (OVA) offers a range of services to all potential veteran educational recipients. Assistance includes enrollment certification, counseling, tutorial assistance under qualified programs, and employment information related to work-study organizations. The OVA provides all the necessary VA forms required to start and continue benefits for recipients while attending USA. The OVA staff is available to act as liaison between the VA student and the Veterans Administration and with the various USA campus offices. The Veterans Affairs office is located in the Academic Support Center, Suite 1345. Office hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on a walkin basis Monday through Friday. For additional information concerning potential VA benefits or eligibility for VA educational assistance, please call (251) 460-6230. USA LIBRARIES The need for good information is critical for student success at the University of South Alabama. The faculty and staff of the University Libraries provide Internet accessible reference databases, journal indexes, and thousands of full-text articles from any networked computer on campus. Many databases are also available to students from their home or office computers. The libraries’ book, journal, government document, microform, and audio-visual collections provide students with copyrighted information not yet available through the Internet. The University Libraries consist of the Marx Library, the Charles M. Baugh Biomedical Library, and the Mitchell College of Business Library, on the main campus, as well as the University Archives, the Medical Center Library, and the USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital Library. These libraries are happy to provide tours, course-related classes, printed and online guides, and individualized reference assistance essential to help students achieve academic success. While you can’t know everything, you can learn where to find it! Note: Your student ID card will also serve as your Library card. STUDENT DISABILITY SERVICES The Office of Student Disability Services provides services to students with disabilities. This is covered under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Services include academic and personal counseling, priority registration, special parking arrangements and reasonable classroom accommodations which make classes, programs and activities accessible. Documentation of disability is required. Contact Maggi Fields at (251) 460-7212 or specialstudents@southalabama.edu for assistance. UNIVERSITY POLICE The University of South Alabama Police Department exists to meet the unique law enforcement needs of the university community. The Department is led by a Chief of Police and reports to the Vice President of Student Affairs. The department is comprised of approximately 30 sworn law enforcement officers, eight civilian support staff and several student assistants. All sworn University Police Officers are considered state law enforcement officers with full arrest powers as provided by Alabama State Law (Title 16-55-10) and have been certified by the Alabama Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission. The Department’s primary mission is to provide a safe environment so the University can fulfill its educational purpose. The Department offers crime prevention programs throughout the year and is responsible for enforcing all state criminal and traffic laws, as well as the policies of the institution. Everyone plays a role in safeguarding the campus community. Please report all crimes or suspicious activity to the University Police immediately at 251-460-6312, 24/7. You can also file a report in person at Police headquarters which is centrally located in the residential area of campus, in the Beta/Gamma Commons Bldg. at 290 Stadium Blvd and is staffed 365 days a year. Learn about crime prevention programs, fire safety, emergency/evacuation procedures and relevant campus safety policies by reading the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report, which also contains crime and fire statistics, is updated annually by October 1st in accordance with Federal law. You can read and print the electronic version of this report at: www.southalabama.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy at the University Police Dept. Headquarters. “If You See Something, Say Something!” BANKING Two 24-hour automatic teller machines (ATM) serviced by Regions Bank and BBVA Compass are located on the main campus, inside the Student Center. An additional ATM serviced by the USA Credit Union is located outside of Meisler Hall. Branch locations of all major state-wide banks such as PNC, Regions, Wells Fargo, Hancock, BB&T and Compass are within a short distance of the main campus. The USA Federal Credit Union is located at 103 Hillcrest Road and offers checking to students. MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS The Office of Multicultural Affairs, located in the Student Center, is committed to building a sense of community through special programs, mentoring relationships, and encouraging membership in majority groups for minority students. This office works to aid retention and to assist in leadership development for students. If you have questions, call the Office of Multicultural Affairs at (251) 460-6895. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 13 STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION The Student Government Association is the voice and governing body of the students. All South Alabama students are members of the SGA and encouraged to get involved. The purpose of SGA is to protect and advance the students’ interests as well as to promote the welfare of the students by providing student services. The SGA operates as a constitutional democracy and is composed of three branches: the Executive Branch, the Judicial Branch, and the Legislative Branch. The SGA meets every Monday night that school is in session at 8:00 PM in the Student Center Ballroom. Our meetings are open to all students, faculty, and staff of the University of South Alabama. For more information, please come by the SGA Office which is located in the Student Center Suite 214. You can also contact the SGA Office at (251) 460-7191 or email us at sga@southalabama.edu. JAGUAR PRODUCTIONS The Student Activities Board, Jaguar Productions, presents activities to serve the cultural, educational, recreational, and social interests of students. Those students who are directly involved have opportunities to exemplify creative thinking and leadership outside the classroom. Jaguar Productions functions through committees, such as Talks & Topics, Comedy, Music, Movies, Special Events, Technical and Promotions. Students select, publicize and produce the events. All students are invited to join these committees. For more information, please call (251) 460-7144. UNIVERSITY CHOIRS All students are invited to sing in one of the University Choirs. Membership is open by audition to all students of the University, both full and part-time. Singing is an opportunity to meet new people, relax from the hectic grind of classes, and express yourself. Various styles of music are performed and a concert is given each semester. Be part of an exciting, dynamic group of people who enjoy making great music. For more information, call the Music Department at (251) 460-6136. GREEK LIFE The Office of Student Activities is located in the Student Center, and is the headquarters for Interfraternity, NPHC, and Panhellenic Councils. These three organizations are the governing bodies for the eleven fraternities and nine sororities at the University of South Alabama. These organizations sponsor informal recruitment and intake periods during which bids are extended to new members. Please call the Office of Student Activities at (251) 460-7003 for more information. Fraternities and sororities have much to offer incoming students - a group of supportive friends, excellent scholastic resources, campus events and intramural sports, service projects and philanthropies, a chance to develop leadership skills, and career opportunities through interaction with alumni. If you have not signed up, do it today! STUDENT NEWSPAPER The student newspaper, The Vanguard, is distributed free to students and is under the direction of a Board composed of representatives from the Student Government Association, The Vanguard, the faculty, media services, and public relations. The editors and business managers for publications are selected from applications submitted by interested students. ARMY ROTC AND AIR FORCE ROTC The United States Army and United States Air Force operate Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs on the USA campus. The Department of Military Science (Army ROTC) and the Department of Air Force Studies (Air Force ROTC) offer introductory courses to freshmen and sophomores designed to give general information about each service. If students are qualified and desire to continue, they may compete for selection to enter the junior and senior years of the ROTC program. Military Science and Air Force Studies are accredited fields of minor study at the University of South Alabama. Although you may usually choose whatever major course of study is desired, you should contact ROTC enrollment officers to discuss which majors are in most demand by each service. Successful completion of the ROTC program leads to a commission as a second lieutenant. Scholarships may be available. Department of Military Science (Army), (251) 460-6341 • Department of Air Force Studies (Air Force), (251) 460-7211 SMART PHONES Stay connected with the University of South Alabama smart phone app Download the app to your phone today for FREE! USA 14 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA CAMPUS RECREATION* The Student Recreation Center at the University of South Alabama is a state-of-the-art 116,000 square foot facility that is a focal point for campus life. Opened fall semester 2009, it houses multipurpose athletic courts, a cardiovascular theater, a weight room containing both machines and free weights, heated swimming pools and a spa, saunas, racquetball courts, fitness studios for activities such as aerobic classes and martial arts, a rock climbing wall, a dining facility featuring smoothies and other healthy refreshments, and a children’s play area. Students simply present their Jag Card for admission into the Student Recreation Center. The Department of Campus Recreation invites all students to become involved in our programs. In addition to open recreation, Campus Recreation sponsors fitness classes, sports clubs, outdoor recreation, and intramurals. MITCHELL CENTER The 10,000 seat Mitchell Center is home to USA Jaguars Basketball. The facility is also used for concerts, special events, Fall Convocation for new students, and USA’s Commencement ceremonies. The Department of Meteorology and the Coastal Weather Center are also located in the Mitchell Center. ATHLETIC EVENTS The University of South Alabama, whose mascot is the “Jaguar,” fields 15 intercollegiate teams at the Division I level and is a member of the Sun Belt Conference. During the Fall, USA competes in Men’s Football, Men’s and Women’s Cross Country, and Women’s Soccer and Volleyball. During the Winter months, the Jaguars compete in Men’s and Women’s Basketball and Men’s and Women’s Indoor Track. During the Spring, the Jaguars compete in Baseball, Women’s Softball, Men’s and Women’s Golf, Men’s and Women’s Tennis and Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track. Most athletic events are held at facilities on campus with easy access – Baseball at Eddie Stanky Field, Basketball in the Mitchell Center, Volleyball in Jaguar Gym, Golf at various courses in Mobile, Tennis at the Lubel Memorial Tennis Complex, Track at the Jaguar Track and Cross Country at various locations. Currently, Men’s Football is played at Ladd-Pebbles Stadium in Mobile. As a student, you are encouraged to attend and support the Jaguar athletic teams in their competitive events. With a valid Student I.D., you have FREE admission to all home athletic events except to post-season Sun Belt and NCAA events (student discounts are offered then). Family tickets are also available to students at a discounted price. For athletic schedules and ticket information, call (251) 461-1USA or visit the Ticket Office, located on the south side of the Mitchell Center. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 15 University Calend ar Spring Semester 20 15 Residence Hall ch eck-in 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Spring 2015 Orie ntation/Regi January 6 Spring 2015 Orie ntation/Regi January 7 Spring 2015 Orie ntation/Regi January 8 Classes begin January 9 stration (Freshm en) stration (Transfe rs A-K) stration (Transfe rs L-Z) Late Registration and Drop/Add (e nds at 5:59 p.m. on January 14) 100% refund pe riod begins on dr opped courses an complete withdr d awals (including housing) Payment of tuition , fees, housing, m eals due in Full 50% refund perio d begins on drop ped classes and complete w ithdrawals (inclu ding housing) January 12 January 12-14 January 12 January 19 Martin Luther Ki ng Holiday (cam pus closed) January 19 Reinstatement Pe riod January 19 January 21-23 January 26 No refunds after this date Mardi Gras Holid ay (campus close d) January 25 Spring Break February 17 Last Day to Drop a Course (4:59 p. m.) March 2-8 Last day of class es April 3 April 30 * Complete calen dar in the Bulletin or on the USA we b site. 16 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA PAWS Personal Access Web System Information ➡ ➡ http://paws.southalabama.edu What is PAWS? PAWS is USA’s Personal Access Web System. PAWS is a web accessible, dynamic, and interactive computer system for services to students, faculty, and staff of USA based on their relation to the University. You will register for classes using PAWS. Detailed instructions on how to use the PAWS system will be included in your Orientation packet available at check-in. Services available on PAWS: • Financial Aid Status for Spring 2015 • View and Update Demographic Information • View Catalog and Schedule of Classes for Spring 2015 • Reset your PIN (Personal Identification Number) • Register for Classes • View your Student Account Information • Pay your tuition, fees, and housing online • Make your payments by credit card through a SECURE connection • View or print your class schedule • View your Holds • View Grade Reports • View Unofficial Transcripts • Request Enrollment Verification Important note regarding your PIN: Your initial PIN is your six digit birthday (MMDDYY). You must change this PIN the first time you log on to PAWS. You cannot reuse your birthday for your new PIN. Put Your Prints on PAWS PAWS Help Desk: pawshelp@southalabama.edu UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 17 Academic Services of the Registrar’s Office Schedule of Classes Changes in Personal Data The Registrar’s Office produces the JagTraks Registration Guide (available online only), which informs students of important dates and deadlines, instructions for using PAWS for Registration, course placement tests, USA Online courses, and contact information for assistance during registration. The final exam schedule is also included in this guide. Up-to-date schedule of classes and availability can be found on PAWS at http://paws.southalabama.edu. Verification of Enrollment Students can request this on PAWS. Official copies must be mailed directly to the various agencies. Enrollment certifications (forms or letters) are processed as promptly as possible, but you should allow three to five working days. The University participates in the National Student Loan Clearing House. International students should contact the Office of International Student Services for verification of their enrollment. Policy on Class Attendance An individual student is responsible for attending the classes in which the student is officially enrolled. The quality of work will ordinarily suffer from excessive absences. At the beginning of classes, instructors must define their policy on absences, and all cases of illness and emergency shall be promptly reported and verified to the instructor. For excessive absences (two or three consecutive class meetings) due to illness, death in family, or family emergency, the Dean of Students’ office should be advised. Absence notices will be sent to each instructor notifying him of the reason for and the approximate length of the absence. This notification does not constitute an excused absence. Students receiving veterans’ benefits are required to attend classes according to the regulations of the Veterans Administration Students wishing to change their address/telephone number can do so on PAWS. Grade Reports Your grades will be available to you on PAWS (Personal Access Web System) at the end of each semester. For purposes of determining averages, the numerical grade-point system is used. An example of a grade-point average is as follows: English 102: B = 3 points x 3 sem. hrs. = 9 grade-points Psychology 120: C = 2 points x 3 sem. hrs. = 6 grade-points History 101: A = 4 points x 3 sem. hrs. = 12 grade-points TOTALS: 27 grade-points/9 sem. hrs. = 3.00 grade-point average. Classification of Students Students are classified on the basis of earned academic semester hours, as follows: Freshman ....................................................0 - 29 semester hours Sophomore ...............................................30 - 59 semester hours Junior ........................................................60 - 89 semester hours Senior ............................................................. 90+ semester hours Classification of Courses Courses are numbered according to the following plan: Remedial Courses ............................................................ 001-099 Freshman .......................................................................... 100-199 Sophomore ....................................................................... 200-299 Junior ................................................................................ 300-399 Senior ................................................................................ 400-499 Graduate/Professional ...................................................... 500-699 Doctoral ............................................................................. 700-799 The University of South Alabama utilizes a system of grading as follows: A B C D F S U I 18 - 4 grade-points per semester hour .............................Excellent - 3 grade-points per semester hour ...................................Good - 2 grade-points per semester hour .........................Satisfactory - 1 grade-point per semester hour .................Minimum Passing - Failure, no grade-points - Satisfactory, no grade-points - Unsatisfactory, no grade-points - Incomplete (must be cleared by mid-term of following semester) UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA X WD P AU UA F* U* N - Absence from Final Examination (must be cleared by mid-term of following semester) - Withdrawal in good standing - Course in progress - Audit - Unsatisfactory, Audit (did not meet attendance requirement) - Failure due to excessive absences - Unsatisfactory due to excessive absences - No Grade (assigned only by the Registrar) UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 19 Directions to the University Campus Directions to the Main Campus: I-65 (North or South) to Airport Boulevard (exit #3). Drive west on Airport Boulevard until you reach the intersection of Airport Boulevard and University Boulevard (about 2.5 miles). Turn right on University Boulevard and you will reach the Main Campus after about one mile. Main Campus University of South Alabama Montgomery University Blvd. Old Shell Road I-65 Airport Blvd. I-10 Biloxi Pensacola University of South Alabama Office of New Student Orientation Meisler Hall 2600, 390 Alumni Circle Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002 (251) 460-7093 (251) 460-6540 Fax TM Visit the University’s Web site at www.southalabama.edu for important and interesting information about USA! 20 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA USA Phone Directory www.southalabama.edu Academic Offices Area Code (251) Academic Affairs ......................................................................460-6261 Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions ................................................445-9250 College of Engineering ........................................................ 460-6140 Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering ....................460-6160 Civil Engineering ..................................................................460-6174 Electrical and Computer Engineering ...........................460-6117 Mechanical Engineering ....................................................460-6168 Biomedical Sciences ...........................................................445-9265 College of Nursing.................................................................445-9400 Cardiorespiratory Care .......................................................445-9284 USA Baldwin County .............................................................928-8133 Emergency Medical Training ............................................ 461-1832 Occupational Therapy ........................................................445-9222 Physical Therapy ..................................................................445-9330 Physician Assistant Studies...............................................445-9334 Radiologic Sciences ............................................................445-9346 Speech Pathology and Audiology ..................................445-9260 College of Arts and Sciences Air Force Studies ..................................................................460-7211 Biology/Marine Biology .....................................................460-6331 Chemistry ...............................................................................460-6181 Communication ...................................................................380-2800 Dramatic Arts ........................................................................460-6305 Earth Sciences ......................................................................460-6381 English .....................................................................................460-6146 Foreign Languages and Literatures ................................460-6291 History .....................................................................................460-6210 Marine Sciences................................................................... 460-7136 Mathematics and Statistics ...............................................460-6264 Meteorology ..........................................................................460-6915 Military Science ....................................................................460-6341 Music .......................................................................................460-6136 Philosophy .............................................................................460-6248 Physics.....................................................................................460-6224 Political Science and Criminal Justice ...........................460-7161 Psychology .............................................................................460-6371 Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work ..........................460-6347 Visual Arts .............................................................................. 461-1438 Mitchell College of Business ............................................460-7167 School of Computing............................................................460-6390 School of Continuing Education and Special Programs Adult Degree Program .......................................................460-6263 Developmental Studies Program....................................460-7155 Interdisciplinary Studies ....................................................460-6263 College of Education ............................................................ 380-2738 Service Offices Academic Success and Retention ......................................460-6475 Admissions/Student Recruitment ......................................460-6141 (WATS for Admissions Office only)....................(800) USA-JAGS Athletics ......................................................................................460-7121 Bookstore ...................................................................................460-7012 Campus Police..........................................................................460-6312 Campus Recreation.................................................................460-6065 Career Services .........................................................................460-6188 Counseling and Testing Service ..........................................460-7051 Dining Services .........................................................................460-6296 Enrollment Services ................................................................460-6494 Financial Aid ..............................................................................460-6231 Housing.......................................................................................460-6185 International Student Services ............................................460-6050 Marx Library ...............................................................................460-7028 Mitchell Center .........................................................................461-1632 Ticket Office...........................................................................460-6047 Multicultural Student Affairs.................................................460-6895 New Student Orientation ......................................................460-7093 Post Office .................................................................................414-8191 Publication Services ................................................................380-2828 Registrar’s Office ......................................................................460-6251 Student Accounting ................................................................460-6195 Student Activities .....................................................................460-7003 Student Affairs ..........................................................................460-6171 Student Center .........................................................................460-6452 Student Center Services ........................................................460-6077 Student Disability Services....................................................460-7212 Student Government Association.......................................460-7191 Student Health Center ...........................................................460-7151 Student Programming/Jaguar Productions .....................460-7144 USA Federal Credit Union .....................................................706-0255 USA Online Registration Information ................................460-7227 Veterans Affairs ........................................................................460-6230 Writing Center...........................................................................460-6480 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 21 Frequently Asked Questions Spring Semester 2015 1. When do I pay for tuition, fees, meals and housing? Students must pay 100% of tuition and fees by January 19, 2015 to retain their schedule. Payment can be made via cash, check or money order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. Financial aid awarded to a student’s account or approval in the USA Credit Union Deferred Payment Plan is also applied as payment toward the semester tuition and fees. IF A STUDENT MISSES THIS DEADLINE, HE OR SHE WILL BE GIVEN AN OPPORTUNITY TO RE-REGISTER FOR CLASSES. However, if a student’s schedule is canceled, there is no guarantee that his/her preferred classes will remain available. The reinstatement period for students whose registration was canceled will be January 21-January 23 and January 26, 2015. Note: Notification of times and locations for reinstated students will be delivered via University e-mail. Students who are reinstated will be required to pay the balance of their tuition and fees, including housing and meals plus $100 reinstatement fee, $50 late registration fee and $50 late payment fee. 2. Is there a way to pay for my tuition, fees, housing, and meal plan in installments? USA Federal Credit Union Deferred Payment Plan The USA Federal Credit Union offers a low cost plan by financing 100% of tuition, fees, housing and meals with equal payments over the term of the semester. A book allowance of up to $750 is also offered. For more information please call (251) 706-0255 or visit www.southalabama.edu/usafedcu for details. 3. How do I get information regarding the Residency Reclassification Process? (Out-of-State to In-State Residency status) An overview of the policy and an application for in-state residency reclassification is available at: http://www.southalabama. edu/registrar. Should you have questions regarding the application procedure for residency reclassification, contact the Registrar’s Office, who manages the entire application process. Note: Residents of Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in Florida, and George, Greene, Harrison, Jackson, Perry, and Stone counties in Mississippi are NOT charged out-of-state fees and pay the in-state rate for tuition. 4. When do I pay for my meal plan? Students must pay 100% of their meal plan by January 19, 2015. All students living in the Residence Halls are required to purchase a USA meal plan. The cost of the USA meal plan will be automatically added to the student’s tuition statement. The meal plan for Spring 2015 will be effective beginning January 11, 2015. Students who are not required to purchase a meal plan, but wish to take advantage of the convenience and economy of the plans may purchase one anytime in the Dining Office. For meal plan options and prices, contact Dining Services at (251) 460-6296 or visit www.southalabamadining.com. 5. When do I pay for housing? The Department of Housing requires full payment (100%) for Spring Semester Housing by January 19, 2015. Check-in for Spring Semester begins January 6, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. 6. What about my books and supplies? Students can visit the USA Bookstore after registering for classes during orientation. They have a large selection of used and new textbooks available for purchase, or you can RENT your textbooks and save even more! The estimated cost of books and supplies for a full-time student is $550 a semester. Payment for books and supplies will be due when students pick them up from the USA Bookstore. 7. What about my student ID card? All students are required to have a Student ID card (Jag Card). Prior to New Student Orientation students must submit a photo online to http://bit.ly/1p9yeLU or to www.southalabama.edu/studentcenter and choose “Get Funds Login”. You will create an account and upload a photo of yourself. During New Student Orientation you will pick up your Student ID card. 8. When do I get a parking zone hang tag for my car? After Spring 2015 class registration, all students will reserve their parking hangtags online at www.southalabama.edu/parkingservices. Students will need to know their student number and PIN, along with their license plate number and the year, make and model of their vehicle. A Transportation fee will automatically be added to each student’s tuition statement each semester. The USA Police Department will begin checking for hang tags the first week of class. 9. Does USA have a hurricane plan in place? Yes! In the event a hurricane is forecasted and is being tracked towards Mobile or the Alabama Gulf Coast, information regarding emergency plans can be found online at www.southalabama.edu or by calling the Weather Hotline at (251) 460-6999. 22 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA Frequently Asked Questions Spring Semester 2015 10. How do I rent a Post Office box? The University of South Alabama Post Office is located on the first floor of the USA Student Center. There are no mail deliveries to the Residence Halls, therefore all students living on campus are required to have a post office box for campus mail. Box rent is included in the Residence Hall Fees. Students must visit the Post Office in order to activate their box and receive a PO Box number. 11. My employer is paying for my tuition. What do I do? If you are receiving tuition assistance from an employer, contact the Office of Student Accounting at (251) 460-6195 for assistance. 12. I have a pre-paid tuition plan. What do I do? Many students from Alabama and other states have pre-paid tuition plans. Please bring your eligibility card to the Office of Student Accounting in Meisler Hall so the University can bill the plan. The Office of Student Accounting manages these plans, and is happy to assist you. You may call the Office of Student Accounting at (251) 460-6195 prior to Registration for assistance. 13. I received a scholarship from an outside organization. What should I do? If you have received a scholarship which was not awarded by the University, make certain that the Office of Financial Aid has been notified of the award by the agency/club/organization. The money will be put on account for you and divided into two equal parts (half for Fall Semester and the other half for Spring Semester). 14. I will be receiving VA benefits. How does that work? Contact the Office of Veterans Affairs at (251) 460-6230 for assistance. 15. What kind of payment does the University accept? (Cash is accepted, but not recommended for security reasons.) Tuition, Fees and Housing: Check, money order, MasterCard, VISA, Discover, or American Express Dining Services: Check, money order, MasterCard, VISA, Discover, or American Express Bookstore: Check, money order, MasterCard, VISA, Discover, or American Express Post Office: Check or money order 16. How do I obtain an enrollment verification letter to send to my insurance company? If you need verification of enrollment for insurance purposes, stop by the Registrar’s Office in Meisler Hall after you register to make your request. It takes two to three working days for the request to be processed. Undergraduate students must be enrolled in a least 12 hours to be considered full-time for insurance purposes. 17. Does USA offer a Parent Orientation for the January 2015 session? No. January 2015 orientation is for STUDENTS ONLY. Parents or family members will not be allowed to attend orientation, advising or class registration on January 7th, 8th or 9th with their student. 18. Do I have to pre-pay for January 2015 orientation? No. All new freshmen, transfer, transient and second-degree seeking students will have a $100 non-refundable fee added to their first tuition statement. Questions? Please feel free to call! (Area code 251) Admissions: Bookstore: Dining Services: Financial Aid: Housing: New Student Orientation: Post Office: 460-6141 460-7012 460-6296 800-305-6828 460-6185 460-7093 414-8191 Registrar: Residency Reclassification: Student Accounting: Student Health: Telecommunications: USA Credit Union: Veterans Affairs: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH 460-6251 460-6251 460-6195 460-7151 460-7114 706-0255 460-6230 ALABAMA 23 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 2 01 4 - 2 01 5 E X P E N S E S In-State and Out-of-State Credit Hour Rate for Tuition and Fees For Undergraduate courses taken in the following colleges: In-State Out-of-State College of Arts and Sciences College of Education $287 $574 School of Continuing Education Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions Mitchell College of Business School of Computing College of Nursing $302 $604 College of Engineering $306 $612 Undergraduate students enrolling in less than 15 semester hours will be assessed a $150 registration fee. For Graduate courses taken in the following colleges: In-State Out-of-State College of Arts and Sciences College of Education $387 $774 School of Continuing Education Sample Budget Tuition and Fees calculation*** Tuition costs = (number of credit hours X tuition charge per credit hour) Undergraduate students enrolling in less than 15 semester hours will be assessed a $150 registration fee. Example — For a typical Arts and Sciences Major In-state undergraduate: (15 credit hours x $287 per hour) = $4,305 per semester (12 credit hours x $287 Per hour) + $150 (fees) = $3,594 per semester In state graduate: (3 credit hours x $387 per hour) = $1,161 per semester Out-of-state undergraduate: Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions Mitchell College of Business School of Computing College of Nursing $408 College of Engineering $412 $816 (12 credit hours x $574 per hour) + $150 (fees) = $7,038 per semester Out-of-state graduate: $824 Other special course fees may apply where applicable. Tuition is subject to change without prior notice. (3 credit hours x $774 per hour) = $2,322 per semester Miscellaneous Costs Books and supplies average approximately $1,100 per year. Students should consider personal costs and transportation costs associated with normal living and distance to the University. Web Course Credit Hour Rate for Tuition and Fees For Undergraduate courses taken in the following colleges: College of Arts and Sciences $378 College of Education School of Continuing Education Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions Mitchell College of Business School of Computing College of Nursing $392 College of Engineering $397 Full Time In-State Undergraduate Boarding Student Tuition and Fees Tuition and Fees Semester Year 15 hours* ..................................$4,305 ...................... $8,610 Room Rent** .............. $1,900 - $2,650 ........ $3,800 - $5,300 Meal Plan** ...............................$1,650 ...................... $3,300 For Graduate courses taken in the following colleges: College of Arts and Sciences $460 College of Education School of Continuing Education Books & Supplies (est.) .................$550 ...................... $1,100 Total ......................................$8,405 - $9,155 ..........$16,810 - $18,310 Pat Capps Covey College of Allied Health Professions Mitchell College of Business School of Computing College of Nursing $481 * 12 semester hours are the minimum load for full-time attendance. 15 semester hours are required for all scholarship recipients. ** Other residence hall and meal plan options are available. This brochure provides descriptions and costs of all options. *** Departmental fees vary, see Schedule of Classes for details. College of Engineering $485 Net Price Calculator: http://instresrch.usouthal.edu/npc/ Costs may be reduced by Scholarships and/or Financial Aid: www.southalabama.edu/schfinaid 24 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA Housing & Residence Life Dining Services Housing costs are listed per person, per semester. Just one charge a semester covers all of your housing expenses including extended basic cable, wireless access, electricity, water, garbage, pest control, campus post office box, free maintenance and unlimited laundry! Rates are subject to change. USA Dining Services offers a variety of dining choices conveniently located near the academic and residence hall areas of the campus. These services are designed for easy and flexible access to affordable quality food. In addition to the traditional home cooked meals, fresh tossed salads, fruit bar and dessert bar, national brand names are also available to students; Starbucks, Quiznos, Einstein Brothers Bagels, Chick-fil-A, Subway, etc. Room for Two Epsilon 1-2 and New Hall (freshmen only halls)..................................$2,150 - $2,300 Delta 3-6.....................................................$1,900 - $2,485 Rooms for Two feature open concept design, which includes a bathroom. Meal plans are required for any student living in the USA Residence Halls. However, anyone can purchase a money-saving meal plan. Each plan provides an excellent value for your food dollar at multiple locations on campus. In addition, most plans include a bonus bucks account which can be used at any dining location on campus. Suite-Style for Two Stokes Hall................................................................$2,650 Gamma 0-4 ..............................................................$2,485 Suite-Style rooms feature a bedroom for each resident connected by a shared bathroom. FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORE RESIDENT MEAL PLANS All Access Jag Pass $1,650 - unlimited meals per week and $175 bonus bucks All Access Jag Pass $1,715 - unlimited meals per week and $300 bonus bucks All Access Jag Pass $1,850 - unlimited meals per week and $450 bonus bucks Apartment Style for Two or Four: Beta 1-5 and Gamma 5-9 .............................$1,900-$2,650 Apartment Style units are designed for two - four residents who share a living room, bathroom, and kitchen. USA Housing & Residence Life 251 Delta Loop Mobile, AL 36688-0002 (251) 460-6185, Housing@southalabama.edu www.southalabama.edu/housing Special Fees Application Fee (non-refundable, paper) ..........................................$45 Web Application Fee (non-refundable) .............................................$35 Late Registration Fee (non-refundable) .............................................$50 Late Payment Fee ............................................................................$50 Graduation Re-evaluation Fee ..........................................................$25 Document Fax Fee (non-refundable) Domestic ......................................................................................$10 International..................................................................................$15 College-Level Examination Recording Fee ..............................................................................$10 Credit-by-Examination Fee (plus usual course fee) ..................................................................$30 Orientation Fee (non-refundable) New Freshmen (Fall Semester) ...................................................$100 Transfers (Fall Semester) .............................................................$100 Spring and Summer Semesters ...................................................$100 International Student Fee ...............................................................$100 Transcript Fee (per transcript) ............................................................$8 Graduation Application Fee ..............................................................$50 Web Hybrid and Web Blended Classes ............................................$35 Professional Liability Coverage (non-refundable) Fall ...............................................................................................$12 Spring ...........................................................................................$12 Summer..........................................................................................$1 Photo ID Fee (non-refundable, good for five years) .............................................$10 Duplicate Diploma............................................................................$25 Special Course fees vary by Department For a complete listing of all special fees, refer to the Bulletin, or Schedule of Classes. The University reserves the right to change fees, as deemed necessary by the Board of Trustees, without prior notice. 7/14 USA 7 Block 25 Block 50 JUNIOR, SENIOR, AND GRADUATE RESIDENT MEAL PLANS $840 - 7 meals per week and $100 bonus bucks $1,000 - 25 meals per semester and $1,000 bonus bucks $1,300 - 50 meals per semester and $1,300 bonus bucks Fresh Food 100 Fresh Food 50 Fresh Food 20 Fresh Food 10 COMMUTER MEAL PLANS $645 - 100 all-you-care-to-eat meals at the Fresh Food Co. $335 - 50 all-you-care-to-eat meals at the Fresh Food Co. $140 - 20 all-you-care-to-eat meals at the Fresh Food Co. $72 - 10 all-you-care-to-eat meals at the Fresh Food Co. The USA Jag Card Account is a declining balance account which can be used for purchases in the USA Bookstore, to purchase books, class supplies or other necessities, and additional food items in the Bookstore without carrying cash. This account requires a $50 minimum deposit (cash or check). Contact: SouthPaw Services at (251) 460-6077 – Student Center Room 160 USA Dining Services 251 Delta Loop, Room 213, Mobile AL 36688-0002 (251) 460-6296, www.campusdish.com/en-US/CSS/USouthAL/ University Refund Policies The application fee, photo I.D. fee, Orientation fee, and late registration fee are not refundable. The $150 registration fee is non-refundable. A student who withdraws from a course or courses may claim a refund of course fees (100% refund during first week of classes, 50% refund during second week) and any refundable miscellaneous fees, according to the dates established in the University Calendar. For complete withdrawals, other fees are proportionately refunded based upon University and/ or Federal Financial Aid. Residence hall students withdrawing from the University should refer to their residence hall contract for refund information. Refund on meals is based on the 2012-2013 Dining Services policy. For specific information, contact USA Dining Services at (251) 460-6296. Tuition and fees are due immediately before the start of each semester. Service Area - Residents of Escambia and Santa Rosa counties in Florida, and George, Greene, Harrison, Jackson, Perry, and Stone counties in Mississippi are not charged out-of-state tuition and pay the in-state rate. Please contact the Office of the Registrar (251) 460-6251 for information about the residency policy and to obtain the Application for Residency Reclassification. Residency information is also available online at www.southalabama.edu/registrar/residency.html USA Office of New Student Recruitment 390 Alumni Circle, 2500 Meisler Hall Mobile, Alabama 36688-0002 (251) 460-6141, (800) USA-JAGS %MAILADMISS SOUTHALABAMAEDUsWWWSOUTHALABAMAEDU UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 25 Thinking about dropping a course? Your decision could impede your progress toward finishing your degree, as well as waste money spent on tuition, fees, and books. Talk before you drop a course. Talk to your Professor You might not be doing as badly as you think. Talk to your Academic Advisor The course might be taught only once a year or once every two years. The course might be a prerequisite to a required course. You might get out of course sequence thus delaying your graduation. Talk to a Financial Aid Representative You might put your scholarship, grant, or financial aid in jeopardy. Talk before you drop a course. 26 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA MANDATORY IMMUNIZATION FORM ALL FIRST-TIME ENTERING STUDENTS BORN AFTER 1956 MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ADEQUATE IMMUNIZATION AGAINST MEASLES, MUMPS & RUBELLA (MMR) AND COMPLETE A TUBERCULOSIS QUESTIONNAIRE. ALL IN UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITYHOUSING HOUSINGMUST ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALL STUDENTS STUDENTS LIVING LIVING IN PROVIDE PROOF OF HAVING VACCINE. (WITHIN THE LAST FIVE YEARS). RECEIVED IMMUNIZATION FORMENINGITIS BACTERIAL MENINGITIS Please mail or fax to: University of South Alabama Student Health Center 650 Clinic Drive Suite 1200 Mobile, AL 36688 (251) 460-7151/ FAX (251) 414-8227 IMMUNIZATIONS: South Alabama Alabamarequires requires that first-time entering students IMMUNIZATIONS:The TheUniversity University of South that all all first-time entering students born born after 1956 must have had 2 doses of a measles containing vaccine (rubeola, M.R., MMR) prior to after 1956 must have had 2 doses of a measles containing vaccine (rubeola, M.R., MMR) prior to registration. registration. One dose must have been after 1980 and a least one of the does must have been an MMR. One dose must have been after 1980 and at least one of the doses must have been an MMR. Also, all student Also, in University Housing have the meningitis vaccine (within living all in students Universityliving Housing are required to haveare the required meningitistovaccine. Blue cards (IMM 50) or copiesthe of last years). Blue cardsAdditional (IMM 50)forms or copies ofdownloaded Blue Cardsatwill be accepted. Additional forms can be Bluefive Cards will be accepted. can be www.southalabama.edu/studenthealth. downloaded at www.southalabama.edu/studenthealth. Vaccine/Type Required Date Administered Vaccine/Type Date Administered Measles (Rubeola) German Measles (Rubella) Mumps Meningitis In lieu of above: Positive titer date (Rubeola) ___/___/___ Positive titer date (Rubella) ___/___/___ Positive titer date (Mumps) ___/___/___ ****** (OPTIONAL) ****** (OPTIONAL) ****** (OPTIONAL) ****** (OPTIONAL) ****** *Tetanus___/___/___ Varicella___/___/___ *A tetanus booster or basic series within the past 6 years is recommended. Hepatitis B (3 shots)___/___/___ 1st Physician or Authorized Signature ___/___/___ 2nd ___/___/___ 3rd Date License # or Office Stamp Please have your health care provider complete and sign or attach documents verifying that you have completed required screening and immunizations. Failure to provide the immunization record prior to the beginning of class may impact the enrollment status. Name: Student #: DOB: THESE TESTS WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE AT STUDENT HEALTH DURING ORIENTATION UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA 27 This page intentionally left blank. 28 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA STUDENT HEALTH CENTER TUBERCULOSIS (TB) SCREENING QUESTIONNAIRE Please answer the following questions: Have you ever had a positive TB skin test? ❏ Yes ❏ No Have you ever had close contact with anyone who was sick with TB? ❏ Yes ❏ No Were you born in one of the countries listed below and arrived in the U.S. within the past five (5) years? (If yes, please CIRCLE the country) ❏ Yes ❏ No Have you ever traveled to/in one or more of the countries within the last year listed below? (If yes, please CHECK the country/ies) ❏ Yes ❏ No U INVI EV RE SR IST IYT YO O SO AA BM AM UN F FS O U TUHT HA LAAL B AA # 29 This page intentionally left blank. 30 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA # U INVI EV RE SR IST IYT YO O SO AA BM AM UN F FS O U TUHT HA LAAL B AA # 31 This page intentionally left blank. 32 UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA # Notes _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ University of South Alabama Office of New Student Orientation Meisler Hall 2600 390 Alumni Circle Mobile, AL 36688-0002 Southbound New Student Orientation Important: Spring 2015 Orientation Information Enclosed