Online Statistics FAQs
Welcome to the MSW program at Loyola University!
For details please visit:
http://www.luc.edu/socialwork/admission/onlinestatistics/
In an effort to clarify any confusion regarding the School of Social Work Online Statistics
course, below are some of the most common questions students have so hopefully this
can clear up any confusion. If you still have questions about registration for this course
please contact Jazmyn Holley at jholley@luc.edu.
For all other course inquires please contact the course instructor Dr. Terri Kilbane at
tkilban@luc.edu.
What are the dates?
The Online stats course usually begins within the first week of regularly scheduled
classes and runs until mid semester, approximately 8-10 weeks in length. The exact
dates will appear on the SSW registration link.
How do I register?
Once a current semester Stats course has begun, the next offering should appear by
midterm and you may register by visiting: http://www.luc.edu/socialwork/payments
What does it cost?
The course fee is $550
Can I make payments?
Because this is a non-credit course, the payment in MUST be made in FULL at the time
of registration.
Does financial aid cover this?
The cost of this course MAY be covered by financial aid, if you complete a Budget
Adjustment Appeal Form and it is approved by the university’s Financial Aid Office. To
use financial aid to cover this course you will need to either pay for the course upfront
and reimburse yourself once your access aid is released to you or wait to register for
the course AFTER you have received your financial aid refund.
Will this appear on LOCUS?
No. Because this is a non-credit course, it will not appear in LOCUS or on your
transcript but you will receive a letter of completion upon a successful completion of the
course. Keep this letter in your permanent files.
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What email do I use to register and access course information?
It is important that you use your Loyola University Chicago (LUC) email when
registering for this course as communication regarding this course and the materials to
complete this course will be administer via Sakai, Loyola’s online learning management
system.
What will I need to do once I complete the course?
Upon completion of the course your admissions record will be updated reflecting that
you have met the school’s stats requirement. You will also receive a letter of completion
via email.
When is the latest I can enroll?
In order to have ample time to meet the course objectives, all students must enroll no
later than two weeks after the course start date.
When will the course be available?
Once your name has been added to Sakai, you will have access the course. This will
occur no later than the first day of class or up to one week prior. You will receive an
email letting you know when the course is available on Sakai.
Where can I find the course on Sakai?
The statistics course will be listed under “Organization” and NOT “Courses”.
How does an online course work?
You can complete the course at your own pace. There are seven quizzes based on the
taped lectures and power points found on Sakai. Once you have successfully passed
all the quizzes, you will make arrangements to take the final exam on campus. More
information about the final exam schedule will be provided via Sakai.
Who do I contact if I have questions about the course content?
The instructor, Terri Kilbane, PhD at tkilban@luc.edu
Who do I contact if I have a problem with technology?
You can contact the Sakai support desk at https://sakai.luc.edu/
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What text book is required?
The text book is Statistics for Social Workers by Wienbach & Grinnell. Editions 7, 8, or 9
are acceptable.
Where can I purchase the book?
You can purchase the book from the Loyola Bookstore. It is also possible to purchase
the book online from sites such as Amazon.
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