Baruch College
Continuing and Professional Studies
Center for English Language
Academic Intensive English Program
Student Handbook
Dear Academic Intensive English Program Student,
Welcome to the Center for English Language at the Division of Continuing and
Professional Studies of Baruch College. We are very excited to work with you this term!
At this point, you may have many questions. This Student Handbook provides useful
information about our college, program, activities, services, resources and policies.
As always, our faculty and staff are here to assist you.
Enjoy your semester.
Best regards,
Patti Juza
Director
Center for English Language
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Table of Contents
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Baruch College
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Continuing and Professional Studies
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The Center for English Language
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Academic Intensive English Program ……………………………………….
Registration and Advisement ………………………………………..
Payment ………………………………………………………………..
Refunds …………………………………………………………………
Faculty …………………………………………………………………
Curriculum ……………………………………………………………..
Schedule ………………………………………………………………..
Placement ……………………………………………………………..
Grading ………………………………………………………………..
Promotion ……………………………………………………………..
Attendance ……………………………………………………………..
Certificates ……………………………………………………………..
Student Activities, Services and Resources …………………………
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International Student Information ……………………………………………
Maintaining Full-time Student Status ……………………………….
Reinstatement …………………………………………………………
Extension of Study ……………………………………………………
Term Exemption ………………………………………………………
Transferring to Other Schools ……………………………………….
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School Policy and Information
ID Cards …………………………………………………………………
Campus Facilities ………………………………………………………
Information Requests …………………………………………………..
Updating Student Information ………………………………………...
Class Cancellations/School Closings ……………………………….
Regulations Governing Student Conduct …………………………...
Offenses ………………………………………………………………...
Academic Integrity ……………………………………………………...
Sexual Harassment …………………………………………………....
Children on Campus …………………………………………………...
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action ………………………………..
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Important Contact Information for Students
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Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Baruch College
Baruch College traces its roots to 1847, when the Free Academy, the first institution of
free public higher education in the country, was founded in New York City to provide
educational opportunities and superior academic programs. (Baruch's landmark building
at 23rd Street and Lexington Avenue occupies the site of the Free Academy.) Today
Baruch is a thriving, urban, multicultural institution, and a senior college of The City
University of New York (CUNY), the largest urban university in the U.S. and its third
largest public university system. Some 200,000 students are enrolled for degrees on 19
campuses in all five boroughs of New York City.
Baruch has been ranked as the most diverse college in the United States, with students
from across the wide spectrum of New York City's cosmopolitan population, as well as
from 148 other nations. Total enrollment is over 15,000, including nearly 2,500 graduate
students. The profile of the traditional Baruch student has remained unchanged since
the College's beginnings: smart students, many of whom work, many of whom do not
speak English at home, and many of whom are the first in their families to attend
college. They are willing to work and study hard to make their career aspirations a
reality. Day, evening, and weekend class schedules are designed to accommodate both
full- and part-time students.
Continuing and Professional Studies
We are now celebrating our 30th anniversary in providing quality courses, certificates
and services to our community. Established in 1978 to serve the New York and
international communities with high-quality, professional education and training, Baruch
College's Division of Continuing and Professional Studies (CAPS) offers courses,
certificates, and programs in diverse subjects.
Students at Baruch College's Division of Continuing and Professional Studies come
from all walks of life and all levels of education and all have unique goals and
aspirations. Some study with us to advance their careers, some to change careers,
some to improve their language skills, and many join us just to enrich their personal
lives. Many of our students have gone on to obtain very prestigious positions with
corporations both in the U.S. and abroad.
Responding to market needs, Baruch College's Division of Continuing and Professional
Studies develops and launches new courses and programs that can immediately meet
the needs of the aspiring professional. These new programs are presented to the public
after rigorous educational development and with input from experts in the professional
community.
Taught by industry leading professionals, our courses are held during the day, as well
as evenings, and weekends to best meet the needs of adult students. Courses are
offered in a traditional classroom, online, or in a combination of both formats.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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In addition to offering professional education to individuals, Baruch College's Division of
Continuing and Professional Studies maintains a long-standing tradition of providing
custom education and training for corporations. These individualized training courses
are developed with input from the corporation in collaboration with our program directors
and faculty.
The Center for English Language
The Center for English Language at Baruch College’s Division of Continuing and
Professional Studies offers a range of programs specially designed to meet our
students’ academic, professional and social needs. We emphasize an integrative
approach to language instruction, ensuring that all students not only gain a foundation in
language structure, but more importantly, they become comfortable and confident in
using the language to communicate with native speakers. Class time is generally spent
on listening and speaking activities, which incorporate grammar, vocabulary and culture.
Homework is used to reinforce language points learned in class and focuses on short
reading and writing activities. Classes are small so students receive a lot of
individualized attention from our highly qualified, knowledgeable, flexible and
enthusiastic faculty. The Center for English Language also supports a state-of-the-art
language lab, which allows students to practice their language skills and explore films,
television, music, newspapers, magazines, and websites.
Academic Intensive English Program
The Academic Intensive English Program is designed to help prepare non-native
English speakers for college or graduate school in the United States. Students receive
20 hours per week of instruction in writing, reading, listening and speaking. Additionally,
students choose a daytime elective, from a unique menu of courses including, grammar,
TOEFL preparation, public speaking, pronunciation, business English, American pop
culture and more. These courses allow students to develop their language skills while
concentrating on an area of interest. Students in this program may qualify for an I-20
and F-1 student visa.
Registration and Advisement
There are several ways that students can register:
Online:
Students can register online at http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps.
By Phone:
Students can call (646) 312-5100 to register by phone.
In Person:
Students can register in person by stopping by our office located in:
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Advisors are available to meet with students who have questions about the Academic
Intensive English Program, need help with registration, or need assistance with
choosing an elective course. Advisors are located in the CAPS office in:
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
Payment
Students may make payment using one of the following methods:
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Cash
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Credit Card
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Debit Card
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Money Order
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Bank Check
Refunds
Refund requests must be dated and submitted in writing. Attach a copy of your
payment receipt with the Refund Request Form. Processing refunds requires
approximately six weeks. All refunds may also be requested as a credit for any class of
equal tuition. Full tuition will be refunded if the request is received at least two business
days before the first class meeting. After this date, refunds will be made according to
the schedule below:
Refund
Schedule
100%*
75%*
Prior to the end of 5% of the program
50%*
Prior to the end of 15% of the program
25%*
Prior to the end of 25% of the program
0%
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2 Business days prior to the 1st day of class
After 25% of the program
* less service charge
Service charge is $75
Non-refundable fees are $25 application fee, $50 language testing fee, if required, or
any other fees that are not included in the Academic Intensive English Program.
Submit a refund request in person at the CAPS office:
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Faculty
Teachers in the Academic Intensive English Program are highly-qualified experts in the
area of English as a Second Language. They have vast experience in helping nonnative speakers of English develop the language skills needed to succeed
academically, professionally and socially. Most have advanced degrees in TESOL
(Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) or a closely related field. Our
instructors have strong reputation as being patient, compassionate and dedicated to
helping students.
Curriculum
The Academic Intensive English Program provides 20 hours of instruction in writing,
reading, listening and speaking in addition to an elective class. There are 10 levels in
this program, ranging from beginning to the most advanced. Teachers use an
integrative approach in the classroom, which combines real world communication,
authentic materials and activities along with skill development. Each lesson incorporates
short lectures, rich practice activities and extension exercises. Students are engaged
through interactive discussions, presentations, role plays, writing assignments, reading
tasks and media.
Each level builds on the goals from the previous term. Throughout the term, students
are asked to review vocabulary and language structures, learn new concepts and skills
and expand their language practice. This enables students to develop their language
proficiency in an effective and efficient way.
Students who complete level 10 in the Academic Intensive English Program receive a
certificate. This certificate indicates that students have the English language skills to
succeed in college or graduate school.
Schedule
Students attend class 20 hours per week. Here is what a typical schedule looks like:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
9:00am11:00am
Writing
Reading
Writing
Reading
Writing
11:30am1:30pm
Listening/
Speaking
Elective
Listening/
Speaking
Elective
Listening/
Speaking
Placement
New students must register to take the ESL Placement test.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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The placement test includes sections on: narrative essays, expository essays, listening
comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and reading comprehension. Based on the
results of the placement test, students are assigned to a level.
On the first day of the writing class, writing teachers will administer a diagnostic essay
test. This helps to confirm the placement test results. This test also helps teachers to
determine students’ individual strengths and weaknesses.
New students who think that they are in the wrong level should speak with their writing
teacher on the first day of the writing class. The writing teacher, along with our staff,
determines if a student should be moved up or moved down a level. We consider the
students’ placement exam and their first day diagnostic essay.
Grading
Students will receive a grade for each course.
A
93.0 –
100.0
A-
90.0 –
92.9
B+
87.1 –
89.9
B
83.0 –
87.0
B-
80.0 –
82.9
C+
77.1 –
79.9
C
73.0 –
77.0
C-
70.0 –
72.9
Excellent
Very Good
Average
F
Failure
R
Repeat
Individual instructors determine course requirements and students’ final grades. On the
first day of each class, students will receive a syllabus, which contains information
about the course requirements and the teachers’ grading policies.
Students must maintain a 2.50 cumulative grade point average and no grade lower than
a C – for any course. Students will receive their grade results by e-mail after completion
of each course. Grades are not given out over the telephone.
Promotion
In order to move up to the next level, students must pass their writing class plus the
reading or listening/speaking class.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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At the end of the term, students are given a departmental writing exam. This exam
helps the writing teachers determine students’ overall writing grade along with class
assignments and attendance.
The reading and listening/speaking teachers may give their own final exams. These
also help the teachers to determine the students’ grades, along with class assignments
and attendance.
It is not typical for students to be promoted more than one level. If a student is to skip a
level, the writing, reading and listening/speaking instructors must all be in agreement.
Additionally, the student would have to receive outstanding scores on their final writing
exam.
Attendance
Attendance is mandatory. Students must attend all scheduled classes. Students who
have too many absences (more than 20% of a course) may fail that course for the term
and be placed on academic probation.
Students on academic probation who fail a class the following term because they had
too many absences will be out of status and reported to USCIS (Immigration).
Students who are absent from class are responsible for making up all missed work.
Students should talk to their instructors before or after an absence to find out about
missed assignments.
Students who miss class for a long period of time must provide documents that
justify such an absence. This could include a doctor’s note or other appropriate
document. If no information is received from these students, they may be terminated
from the Academic Intensive English Program.
* Please note that poor attendance will prevent a student from taking a term exemption.
Certificates
Students who complete level 10 in the Academic Intensive English Program earn a
Certificate of Completion. Certificates of Completion are mailed to students at their local
address on file with Baruch College.
Student Activities, Services and Resources
The Academic Intensive English Program provides an array of free student activities,
services and resources to students.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Workshops
Fun and interactive workshops are scheduled throughout the term. Learn a new
skill, get important information, connect with the right people. Check the Center
for English Language bulletin board frequently for an updated list of events.
Discussion Club
Students looking for more opportunities to practice speaking out of the classroom
and develop vocabulary to express opinions should take advantage of the
Discussion Club. Students explore and debate current topics. Check the Center
for English Language bulletin board for an updated schedule.
Book Club
Students who are bookworms should join our Book Club and choose a book from
our ESL Student Library. In small group discussions they have fun talking about
books. This is a great way to increase English skills while doing something
students like to do-READ. Check the Center for English Language bulletin board
for an updated schedule.
Tutoring Center
Our Tutoring Center is here to help students with writing, reading, listening and
speaking, and grammar. Students can work one-on-one with a tutor and start
improving their English! Check the Center for English Language bulletin board for
an updated schedule.
Coffee Hour
Students meet friends and practice English at our weekly Coffee Hour. This is an
opportunity to engage in fun conversation, games, lectures and other cultural
events. Check the Center for English Language bulletin board for an updated
schedule.
Academic Advisement
Advisors are available to meet with students who have questions about the
Academic Intensive English Program, need help with registration, or need
assistance with choosing an elective course. Advisors are located in the CAPS
office in:
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
College Advisement
College advisement is provided for those students who want to go to a college or
graduate school in the United States. You may want to attend one of our
workshops on, Getting into a U.S. College or Grad School, International Student
Scholarships, Effective Tips for Taking the TOEFL, Writing an Effective Resume,
Succeeding on Interviews, and Writing a Personal Statement.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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In addition to workshops, we provide one-on-one college advisement for
students. This includes help with figuring out what documents and tests are
required by particular schools, choosing a major, narrowing down school choices,
applying for scholarships, and suggestions for improving personal statements. To
schedule an appointment, please email Patti Juza at
patricia.juza@baruch.cuny.edu. It is important to note that students must submit
applications and complete application requirements on their own. (We can help
you, but we cannot do the work for you.)
We are very happy to assist you with the college application process. However,
there is no guarantee that you will get into the schools that you apply to.
Language Lab
The Center for English Language hosts a state-of-the-art language lab in room
1103 in the 17 Lexington Ave. Building. There, students can work in small groups
and individually on a wide range of software and Internet interactive programs,
including writing, reading, listening, speaking, grammar, pronunciation, TOEFL
preparation and more.
Newsletter
Students can read our weekly student newsletter for a complete listing of
upcoming coffee hour topics, workshops and other cultural events. Students can
also stop by the Language Lab in room 1103 to pick up a copy.
International Student Information
Maintaining Full-time Status
All students studying at Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies on a
student visa (F-1) must attend classes on a full-time basis. Student must attend classes
for 20 hours per week to be considered studying full-time. Students who do not attend
classes full-time will be out of status and will have to apply for reinstatement.
Reinstatement
Students who are out of status, for any reason, and wish to apply to Baruch College
Continuing and Professional Studies must apply for reinstatement from USCIS at their
own risk.
To obtain an I-20 the following documents are required:
1. Completed application form
2. Tuition paid in full
3. Financial statements
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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5.
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7.
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a) Bank statement and / or financial support document no more than three (3)
months old.
Or
b) A letter of support or affidavit of support if the student is financially supported by
a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States.
Completed confidential declaration of finance form
Passport-size photograph of student
Completed I-539
A letter of explanation as to why the student is out of status
Copy of passport with I-94 (white card)
Upon completion of the above listed documents, Baruch College Continuing and
Professional Studies will issue an I-20 to the student. The student must then send the
following forms by certified or registered mail to USCIS at:
US Citizenship and Immigration Services
26 Federal Plaza
New York, NY 10278
Required documents:
1. Both originals of the I-20
2. Completed I-539
3. Financial statements
a) Bank statement and / or financial support document no more than three (3)
months old.
Or
b) A letter of support or affidavit of support if the student is financially supported by
a citizen or a permanent resident
4. A letter of explanation as to why the student is out of status
5. Original I-94 (white card)
6.
Money order for $120 payable to USCIS
Extension of Study
Any student with an I-20, prior to one-month completion of language program, may
apply for an extension of study. The request for an extension should be made no less
than one (1) month prior to the expiration date on the student’s I-20.
The following documents are required:
1. Tuition paid in full.
2. Financial statements
a) Bank statement and / or financial support document no more than three (3)
months old.
Or
b) A letter of support or affidavit of support if the student is financially supported by
a citizen or a permanent resident
3. Completed Confidential Declaration of Financial Form
4. Completed I-538
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Please Note: A student who was given an extension of study must complete the
following term at Baruch College, Continuing and Professional Studies and may not
apply for a transfer or term exemption.
Term Exemption
A student is eligible for a term exemption (skipping a term) if the student is in good
academic standing and has attended at least 9 consecutive months. Any student
wishing to apply for a term exemption may do so by:
1. Obtaining and completing a Term Exemption Form from the CAPS office, 55
Lexington Avenue, Room 1-116
2.
Paying the $400 deposit for full-time tuition toward the following term. If the student
does not return for full-time study, the $400 deposit will NOT be refunded.
Any student who does not properly file for term exemption or who was not approved for
term exemption must attend classes or will be considered out of status.
Any student who takes a term exemption must attend the following term at Baruch
College Continuing and Professional Studies, Academic Intensive English Program.
Transferring to Other Schools
It is the student’s responsibility to obtain all information and requirements to transfer to
another school. Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies (Marisa de la Cruz
646-312-2050) will complete transfer forms, transcripts or status letters as required by
the other school.
Any student who applied for a term exemption and was approved must attend Baruch
College Continuing and Professional Studies Academic Intensive English Program fulltime for at least one term following the exemption. (Students who take a term exemption
may not transfer out the following term.)
School Policy and Information
ID Cards
All Baruch students are required to obtain a Baruch College Student ID Card to access
Baruch College facilities including computer labs and the library.
To get an ID Card, present your tuition receipt along with a valid picture ID at the ID
Center, before the first day of class.
Students must carry their ID Cards on campus at all times, and present them to security
personnel, instructors and lab staff upon request.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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ID Center
151 East 25th Street, Room 133
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-1475
idcenter@baruch.cuny.edu
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday, 10:30am-6:30pm
Friday, 9:30am-4:30pm
Campus Facilities
Housing Information
Baruch College does not provide on-campus housing. However, students may
want to investigate Educational Housing Solutions which offers students
affordable, safe and quality housing at a discounted rate. Educational Housing
Solutions is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1987. During the past two
decades, EHS has accommodated more than 60,000 students and interns from
all over the world with housing in the New York City area. EHS currently
accommodates 5,000 students and interns at seven different residences.
For more information, please visit: http://www.studenthousing.org
Computer Labs
Baruch College’s Continuing and Professional Studies has a network of
workstations and servers to support classes. Additionally, we offer open lab time
to students, free of charge.
Labs are located on the 11th Floor of the 17 Lexington Ave. Building.
During the semester, there is open lab time, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
To log on to a computer, you will need a username and password as follows:
Username:
Password:
Log on as:
User ID*
Student CAP ID*
STUDENT**
* Appears on your tuition receipt
** Select from drop down list
Lab techs are around to assist you with all of your needs.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Please note that downloading and/or installing of any software is strictly
prohibited. Printing is limited to class-related materials, no more than 20 pages
per day.
Baruch College Bookstore
Students can purchase textbooks at the Baruch College Bookstore. Bookstore
salespeople will assist you in finding your required textbooks.
55 Lexington Avenue, 1st Floor
New York, NY 10010
For additional information, call (646) 312-4850. The bookstore accepts checks
with a valid ID card and one other form of identification.
Baruch College Health Center
The Baruch College Health Center provides students with a full range of clinical
health services including initial diagnosis and treatment for a broad spectrum of
illnesses and injuries, and appropriate follow-up care for minor ailments, such as
sore throats, flu symptoms, stomachaches, asthma, urinary tract infections, skin
rashes, sprains, etc. When necessary, appropriate referrals will be made.
Gynecological care, such as pap smears, pregnancy testing and testing for
sexually transmitted diseases, is also available, as are immunizations and
physical exams.
Most of these services are free although lab and some other services may
require a small fee. Over- the-counter drugs are provided free. Other medications
may be prescribed; there are ongoing efforts to get discounts in local
pharmacies.
The center is staffed with fully licensed medical personnel, usually a nurse
practitioner, an MD, or physician’s assistants.
Please note that medical records are strictly confidential. Information will not be
released without written authorization by the student unless by court order.
Baruch College Health Center
Continuum Health Partners, Inc.
138 East 26th Street, 1st Floor
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-2040
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Hours of Operation
Monday, Wednesday, 9:00am-8:00pm
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Baruch College Mental Health Counseling Center
137 East 25th Street, 9th Floor, Room 914
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-2155
Hours of Operation
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 9:00am-8:30pm
Wednesday, 9:00am-8:00pm
Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
Office of Services for Students with Disabilities (OSSD)
Baruch College is committed to making individuals with disabilities full
participants in its programs, services, and activities through compliance with
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. It is the policy of Baruch College that no otherwise
qualified individual with a disability shall be denied access to or participation in
any program, service, or activity offered by the university. Individuals with
disabilities have a right to request accommodations.
If a student requires such services, please contact Continuing and Professional
Studies Student Services at:
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
For further information, please contact the Coordinator of Services for Students
with Disabilities.
Barbara Sirois
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 2-271
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-4590
Information Requests
All status letters, certificates, official and unofficial transcripts and transfer forms are
considered information requests. All information requests must be made two (2) weeks
in advance of the date that the information will be needed. A student must complete an
information request form. All transcripts require a $7 processing fee.
Baruch College Continuing and Professional Studies
55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps
caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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Updating Student Information
Please notify Baruch College if there is any change in your information, including:
• Name
• Address
• Phone Number
• Email Address
• Sponsor
Class Cancellations/School Closings
If a class is cancelled, a notice will be posted on the classroom door.
To find out if the school is closed (for example if there is bad weather), please visit the
Baruch College website: http://www.baruch.cuny.edu or the Continuing and
Professional Studies website: http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/caps. Or, you can call the
Baruch College Security Office: (646) 660-6000.
Regulations Governing Student Conduct
Institutional discipline covers conduct which directly and significantly interferes with the
College's responsibilities of ensuring that all members of the College community attain
their educational objective; of protecting the health and safety of members of the
College community; of maintaining and protecting property; and of keeping records and
sponsoring non-classroom activities such as lectures, concerts, athletic events, and
social functions.
Offenses
Disciplinary action may result from the commission of certain offenses including but not
limited to the following:
• Academic cheating or plagiarism
• Knowingly furnishing false information to the College
• Committing forgery
• Altering or using college documents or instruments of identification with intent to
deceive
• Disruptive conduct in the classroom
Academic Integrity
The college prohibits sale or purchase of term papers, computer projects, student
essays, reports and other written assignments intended for use in courses. The
purchase of commercial term papers or computer programs for student use to fulfill
course assignments is illegal. Students who do so are subject to disciplinary action.
Sexual Harassment
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Sexual harassment is generally divided into two categories: quid pro quo harassment in
which submission to sexual advances affects an individual's employment or academic
standing, and hostile environment harassment in which sexually oriented conduct
unreasonably interferes with an individual's work or academic performance.
It is the policy of The City University of New York to promote a cooperative work and
academic environment in which mutual respect exists for all university students, faculty,
and staff. Sexual harassment is inconsistent with this objective and contrary to the
university policy of equal employment and academic opportunity. Sexual harassment is
illegal under federal, state, and city laws, and will not be tolerated within the university.
(The text of the policy, which includes the full definition of sexual harassment, can be
found on the Web at www.baruch.cuny.edu/human_resources/.)
As a senior college within CUNY, Baruch College is subject to CUNY's policy against
sexual harassment and responsible for enforcement of it. Members of the college
community, including students, who believe themselves to be the victims of sexual
harassment are strongly encouraged to report the allegations as promptly as possible to
the student services advisors. Delay in making a complaint of sexual harassment may
make it more difficult to investigate the allegations.
Children on Campus
In the fall of 1999, the college established a policy regarding students and employees
bringing children on campus. That policy is stated as follows:
“The College has an obligation to its students, staff, and visitors to conduct its
operations and maintain its facilities in a manner consistent with its mission as an
institution of higher education. There may be occasions when brief visits by children
under the age of 17 of faculty, staff, and students may be necessary. Minor children
may visit College offices and facilities, other than classrooms, for limited periods of time
at the discretion of the supervisor of the office or faculty that is the destination of the
parents or child. On such occasions children will be subject to the same conditions as
any other visitor to the College. Parents must sign in their children at security desks as
any other visitor, along with the purpose of the visit and its expected duration. Regular,
repeated visits by children are not permitted. It is a parent’s responsibility to supervise
his or her children at all times they are present on College premises.”
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action
Baruch College is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action institution. The College
does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, religion, race, color,
national or ethic origin, disability, or veteran or marital status in its admission,
employment, access to programs, and administration of educational policies.
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Important Contact information for Students
Continuing and Professional Studies Office
Location:
Mailing Address:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Web site:
E-mail:
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55 Lexington Avenue (southeast corner of 25 Street)
Room 1-116
One Baruch Way, Box B 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
(646) 312-5101
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caps@baruch.cuny.edu
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ID Center
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151 East 25 Street, Room 133
(646) 312-1475
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Library
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151 East 25 Street, Room 420
(646) 312-1600
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Bookstore
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 1-191
(646) 312-4850
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Bursar’s Office
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151 East 25 Stree, Room 810
(646) 312-1280
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Student Life Services
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 3-241
(646) 312-4752
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Notary Public
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 3-241
(646) 312-4752
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Legal Referral Services
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 3-241
(646) 312-4550
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Office Of Admissions for CUNY Schools
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1114 6 Avenue and 42 Street, 15th floor
(212) 997-2869
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Undergraduate Admissions for Baruch
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151 East 26 Street, Room 720
(646) 312-1400
Baruch College Health Center
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137 East 26 Street, Room 127
No Appointment necessary. Make sure you have your Baruch ID
with you.
Mental Health Counseling Center
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137 East 25 Stree, Room 914
E-Mail: counseling@baruch.cuny.edu
(646) 312-2040
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Student Services
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 2-183
(646) 312-4611
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Help Line
55 Lexington Avenue, Room 3-241
(646) 312-4752
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Immigration Issues for International Students (International
Student Services Center ISSC)
125 E. 25th Street, 7th floor
(646) 312-2050
(646) 312-1278
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Educational Housing Services
31 Lexington Avenue
http://www.studenthousing.org
1-800-297-4694
(212) 977-9099
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Metro International Program Services
http://www.metrointl.org
(212) 431-1195
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World Education Services
This office provides translation services for all transcripts and
international educational documents
http://www.wes.org
(212) 966-6311
(800) 937-3895
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The Baruch College Campus Directory

17 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10010
Baruch College

55 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10010
Newman Vertical Campus
Division of Continuing and Professional Studies: Room 1-116
Baruch College Bookstore

151 East 25th Street, New York, NY 10010
Library, Undergraduate/Graduate Admissions, Student ID Center

137 East 22nd Street, New York, NY 10010
The Steven L. Newman Real Estate Institute
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55 East 25th Street, New York, NY 10010
Baruch College High School
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43 West 22nd Street, New York 10010
High School of the Future
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250 West 18th Street, New York, NY 10011
Liberty High School
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Notes
The rules and guidelines as stated in this booklet are valid only for the term listed on the
cover unless otherwise specified. Please contact the Center for English Language of
Baruch College, Continuing and Professional Studies (CAPS) for the latest revisions.
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55 Lexington Ave., Room 1-116
New York, NY 10010
(646) 312-5000
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