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THE KEY TO
ONLINE LEARNING
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TROY
eCampus
1-800-978-1651
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S.
Brundidge Street, Troy, AL 36082
troy.edu/ecampus
troy.edu/ecampus
888-332-2678
troy.edu
A future of opportunities.
your future on your terms
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CONTENTS
In the future, someone will
create a way to teach firstgraders to write poetry.
In three languages.
[What will you do?]
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About eCampus and Distance Learning
eCampus Degree Programs
See Yourself As An eCampus Student
Are You A Good Candidate? (Quiz)
Getting Started - Step-By-Step Guide To Enrolling
eCampus Technical Requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
How To Succeed As An eCampus Student
TROY Truths
Can a virtual classroom deliver the same
high-quality education as a traditional
classroom? Through Troy University’s
eCampus, the answer is YES. Although you
may never meet your classmates, online
classes offer the opportunity to participate
in class projects and actively communicate
among students. Troy University’s eCampus
programs are designed to support students
both locally and around the globe, offering
your future on your terms.
Troy University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate,
bachelor’s, master’s and education specialist degrees. Contact the
Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia
30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions regarding the
accreditation status of the institution or if there is evidence that
appears to support Troy University’s significant non-compliance
with a requirement or standard.
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Degree Programs:
brings you closer to
earning a degree.
How is eCampus different from a
traditional classroom setting?
Courses offered through Troy University’s
eCampus have the same high academic
standards as other Troy University courses.
Students enrolled in distance-learning
courses through eCampus must complete
the same or comparable requirements as
students in traditional classes. Because of
the flexible scheduling, you must be
responsible, self-motivated and a selfstarter to complete required assignments
on time.
What is Distance Learning?
Distance learning enables any student,
regardless of age or location, to earn
an accredited college education. Our
distance-learning programs are growing
rapidly due to the increased demand
from working adult students for courses
delivered on an “any time-any place” basis.
For more information about a particular
program, visit our Web site troy.edu
and click on eCampus.
What are Distance-Learning courses like?
Several course delivery methods are used
to reach students around the world. The
courses are Internet-based and use e-mail,
electronic bulletin boards, chat rooms,
online mini-lectures and other Web-based
interactive lessons.
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Undergraduate Degrees:
We offer an Associate of Science Degree in:
Business Administration
General Education w/ concentrations in:
• Business Administration
• Computer Science
• Political Science
• Criminal Justice
• History
• Psychology
• Social Science
Bachelor of Science Degrees
• Business
• Sport and Fitness Management
Bachelor of Science Degrees with majors in:
• Applied Computer Science
• Criminal Justice
• Management
• Political Science
• Psychology
• Social Science
Other Bachelor Degree
• Bachelor of Applied Science in Resources &
Technology Management (BASRTM)
Graduate Degrees:
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Science in Criminal Justice (MSCJ)
• Master of Science in Post Secondary Education (MSPSE)
• Master of Science in Human Resource Management
(MSHRM)
• Master of Science in International Relations (MSIR)
• Master of Science in Management (MSM)
• Master of Public Administration (MPA)
See Yourself as an
Student
Envision TROY’s eCampus as a
stepping stone toward career
advancement. eCampus allows you
to focus on your classes on your
own time and set your own goals.
Don’t assume that you are “too
old” to be successful with our
programs. eCampus distancelearning courses are set up to be
extremely user-friendly.
Take a proactive approach to
learning the material. If something
isn’t clear and you need help, do
not hesitate to contact your
instructor or post a message to
the discussion board. Take advantage of all available resources.
Are You a Good Candidate for Troy University
? A short quiz –
"TROY is the first university that has offered me the
opportunity to fulfill my goal of returning to college
via distance learning. What's even greater is my
spouse was able to enter the eArmyU program. He
and I both received our associate degrees in
December 2003. It was a very special moment in
my life for us to walk across that stage together.
Now we are pursuing our Bachelor’s degrees."
Denise Binder, Military Spouse
"I am nearing the halfway point of my master's program. The faculty are extraordinarily capable of relating information in a readily usable format. They've always
shown a genuine concern for my best interest. Finding the time and a convenient
location to take the needed courses could've been an overwhelming task were it
not for the willingness and resourcefulness of Troy
University to establish an accessible and centrally
located remote classroom site. Although I work full
time and the coursework is demanding, the
program has been very rewarding. I encourage
anyone considering graduate-level study to
consider Troy University."
Randy Mueller, Librarian and Single Father
This short questionnaire certainly doesn’t guarantee your results as an eCampus
student. But the qualities expressed by your answers can be important indicators
for success. See how you score.
1. Which statement are you more likely to make?
A. I can do anything I set out to do.
B. I often give up when a new task is
too difficult.
4. Which of the following describes you?
A. A person who sticks to a plan.
B. A person who is likely to change
plans.
2. Which statement better describes you?
A. I like to stay busy with productive
work.
B. I prefer lots of free time.
5. How do others see you?
A. As a person who asks many probing
questions.
B. As a person who relies on the
information supplied.
3. Choose the statement that better describes you.
A. I will usually see a project through no
matter how difficult it is or how
many other projects are demanding
my time.
B. I can always finish a project another
time if I’ve hit a stumbling block or
have other projects to work on.
6. Choose the statement that better
describes you.
A. When I’m curious about something,
I can’t rest until I’ve satisfied my
curiosity.
B. Unresolved questions don’t bother me.
If you scored five A’s or more, you are well suited for online courses.
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Getting Started
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The information found on this page or any link is not intended to replace the information found in the Troy
University Undergraduate or Graduate catalog. The academic catalogs remain the final authority on official
TROY policy and procedure.
DROP/ADD or WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY
Please refer to the information listed in the Academic Catalog or online at troy.edu.
Step-By-Step Guide to Enrolling
TROY eCampus students are enrolled through the same process as other University students.
There are a number of requirements that must be met before you can be admitted to the University. Please review the information below.
UNDERGRADUATE
1. New students, including transient students (degree-seeking from
another university) must apply for admission to the University:
a. Complete the Online Application for Admission. You must send
unofficial transcripts via fax to 850-863-2702 (A-L students) or
334-670-5679 (M-Z students) or you may e-mail transcripts to
ecampusundergraduate@troy.edu at the time you submit the
application for admission. An official or unofficial transcript is
required in order to determine eligibility to Troy University and
register for courses. Transcripts are also required before financial
aid may be awarded.
b. Pay the $30 admission fee. View payment options at
troy.edu/ecampus/payment.
New students will not be able to utilize the online payment method
until receipt of an e-mail from the Admissions Office stating that a
Trojan Web Express account has been created for the student.
c. Have official copies of all transcripts and test scores sent to
TROY according to the directions below:
Students whose last names start with a letter from A-L
should send their transcripts and test scores to:
Students whose last names begin with a letter from M-Z
should send their transcripts and test scores to:
Troy University
Troy University-Extended Learning Center
eCampus Student Services
1101 South Brundidge Street
Troy, AL 36082
If you are under 21 years of age, you need to provide an SAT/ACT score.
2. Returning students who have not attended TROY for one year
must apply for readmission. Returning students who have not
attended for three or more years must apply for admission to the
University and have official transcripts for any interim courses
sent to the above address. The most current catalog degree
requirements will apply.
3. International students not residing in the U.S. must complete the
online application for admission and submit official transcripts
evaluated by the World Education Service and official TOEFL
score to TROY at the eCampus address. International students
must be approved by eCampus admissions prior to enrolling in
any courses; those residing in the U.S. are not eligible to be an
eCampus student.
Troy University
eCampus Student Services
326 Green Acres Road
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Fax: 850-863-2702
COURSE SCHEDULE
Please visit our Web site troy.edu and click on “Trojan
Web Express” for a complete listing of eCampus courses.
No PIN is required to view course schedules.
BOOKS
Books can be ordered from our online provider at
www.mbsdirect.net. Once you are at the MBS Web site,
your textbooks will be listed under Troy University by
course number.
ONLINE LIBRARY SERVICES
Troy University’s Online Library services are available to all
currently enrolled students and may be accessed
through our Web site.
FEDERAL FINANCIAL AID
Federal financial aid is available to eligible students.
Information for aid can be found by clicking on “Troy
Quick Links” at troy.edu.
VETERANS ADMINISTRATION EDUCATION BENEFITS (VA)
Eligible students may apply for VA Benefits by completing and submitting Form 22-1990, Application for VA
Benefits to the University. Forms are available at the VA
Web site, www.vba.va.gov/pubs/educationforms.html.
MILITARY TUITION ASSISTANCE (TA)
Active duty military students may be eligible for tuition
assistance benefits. Students should contact their local
Education Center for eligibility requirements and further
assistance. TA forms must be completed and processed
before mailing to the University.
OTHER ASSISTANCE
Troy University accepts tuition and education funding
vouchers from Civil Service agencies (DD Form 1556),
Department of Labor, as well as other civilian and military organizations. Applicable vouchers must be submitted to the University at the time of registration.
PAYMENTS
Pay Online
GRADUATE
1. Submit the Graduate Application for Admission.
2. Submit supporting documentation of your earned bachelor's or
master’s degree. This documentation may be a faxed copy of your
transcripts with degree posted or a copy of your diploma. Students
last names A-L should fax documents to 850-863-2702. Students
last names M-Z should fax documents to 334-670-5679. Please note
that the faxed documents will not replace the requirement of your
submission of the official documents as indicated to clear admission.
5. Request the Educational Testing Center to send a copy of your GRE,
GMAT, MAT or TOEFL report to TROY via the location code indicated:
GRE (1296) 1-800-473-2255 - http://www.gre.org/splash.html
GMAT (1B-1-RS-48) 1-800-462-8669 - http://www.gmat.org
MAT (1141) 1-800-622-3231 - http://www.MillerAnalogies.com
International students:
3. Submit the Graduate Letter of Recommendation Form.
4. Request all institutions of higher education you have attended to
send official copies of your transcripts to Troy University eCampus.
Students last names A-L should send their transcripts to:
Troy University
eCampus Student Services
326 Green Acres Road
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Students last names M-Z should send their transcripts to:
Troy University
Troy University-Extended Learning Center
eCampus Student Services
1101 South Brundidge Street
Troy, AL 36082
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TOEFL (1738) 1-888-863-3544 or 1-609-771-7267
http://www.toefl.org/
6. Submit payment for the application fee via check/money order
to the Graduate Admissions office.
Troy University
University College
Adams Administration Building
3rd Floor, Room 314
Troy, AL 36082
7. Use the TROY Web site to:
a. Apply online for financial aid using institutional code 001047.
Please contact the Financial Aid Office at 334-670-3185, 3186,
3187 or 3590 for assistance.
b. Read and understand the degree requirements under the menu
option Degree Programs or in the Troy University Catalog.
Troy University is pleased to offer online
account payment using Trojan Web Express.
Students may view their account balance and
pay online using Visa, MasterCard or Discover
credit cards. Simply log in to Trojan Web
Express using your username and password and
look for the “Make a Payment” link located
under the “Financial Profile” section of the
“Webadvisor for Students” menu.
If you are new to Trojan Web Express, you can
obtain your username by clicking the “What’s
my user ID?” link on the “Webadvisor for
Students” menu. Your initial password is the last
four digits of your Social Security Number. You
will be prompted to select a new password
when you attempt to log in for the first time.
Password problems can be resolved by
e-mailing webexpress@troy.edu or by calling
1-800-270-5951.
Pay by Check or Money Order
Students who choose to pay by check or
money order should mail their payment
directly to:
Troy University
University College
Adams Administration Building
Room 314
Troy, AL 36082
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Our eCampus classes are taught over the Internet using a course
management site called Blackboard®. Blackboard® is simple,
self-prompting and requires a minimal level of computer skills.
You will use Blackboard® to enter your classroom. Access will be
granted from the first day to the last day of the term. See the
ABCs of Blackboard® in this folder for step-by-step instructions.
Certain minimal hardware and software requirements are necessary to successfully participate in our
eCampus classes. We recommend the following:
E-mail
An ISP (Internet Service Provider) that provides the ability
to send and receive electronic mail.
Note: All University communications will be sent to your
free student e-mail address (user@troy.edu).
Internet Access
A 56 Kbps modem is the minimum requirement, but a
high-speed Internet connection (cable modem, DSL or
LAN) is strongly recommended. Performance will be
affected at lower connection speeds, especially for those
classes that have audio and/or video components.
Operating System
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Microsoft® Windows® NT Workstation/2000/XP (PC)
Mac OS Vers. 9.0 or higher (Mac)
Note: 128 Mb RAM is recommended.
Plug-ins (Free downloads)
Some courses may require you to play audio and/or video
or read documents stored in Portable Document Format
(PDF). The following free plug-ins will help you play or
read course materials:
j Adobe® Reader® 8.0
j Apple QuickTime
Player™
®
j Macromedia® Flash Player™
j Macromedia
Shockwave Player™
®
j RealPlayer® G-2 or higher
j Windows Media 9™ or higher
Word Processing Software
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Microsoft® Word 2000/XP or higher.
AOL Users
To eliminate the possibility of browser-related problems,
we recommend using Internet Explorer® when accessing
your online courses. Most computers have a pre-installed
version of an external browser such as Internet Explorer®
or Netscape®.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
Q:
How does
work?
Q:
What is offered?
A:
TROY’s eCampus is designed to support you, regardless of your location.
New technologies and traditional methodology work together to create
the optimal learning environment – the virtual classroom. You can work toward
a degree entirely via distance learning or simply choose the courses you need.
All courses are Internet-based with a variety of support materials. You can easily
interact with your instructor and classmates through e-mail and Blackboard®.
Your work is guided by the course syllabus. All work must be completed within
the term dates.
A:
The schedule of classes changes each term.
Check Trojan Web Express before signing
up for classes.
Processor
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Pentium® II or higher running at 600 MHz or higher. (PC)
PowerPC G3 running at 500 MHz or higher. (Mac)
Virus Protection
Anti-virus software is available to help protect your computer. You can find both a free version and a full commercial version by visiting www.mcafee.com (PC) or
www.symantec.com (Mac).
Web Browser
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Netscape® Navigator 7.0 or higher
Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0 or higher
Note: Your browser must be Java and JavaScript enabled.
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Q:
Are
degree
programs accredited?
Q:
Will my diploma state that I
received my degree online?
A:
A:
Yes. All degree programs at Troy University
are accredited by the Commission on
Colleges of the Southern Association of
Colleges and Schools.
No. Your diploma will be issued from
Troy University and will be the standard
diploma distributed at all TROY campuses
and sites.
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In the future,
someone will create an entirely virtual company …
Your future on your terms.
Imagine taking a class at midnight from
the comfort of your home, while you
are traveling for business or pleasure or
even during your lunch break. Troy
University’s eCampus offers busy adults
like you an unprecedented opportunity
to pursue your future on your terms.
that shakes up
the Fortune 500.
[What will you do?]
How To Succeed as an
Designed for the busy adult, you have
24/7 access to your classroom.
Education, business and criminal
justice – these are just a few of the
disciplines available to you as a TROY
eCampus student. For a complete list
of eCampus courses, schedules and
student services, visit our Web site
at troy.edu and click on eCampus.
You’ll be glad you did.
Student:
j Log in to Blackboard
TROY Truths
j Carefully read the syllabus and note the due
j Built on tradition since 1887
j Extensive program offerings
j Accessible faculty
j SACS Accreditation
j Excellent student services
j Affordable tuition with no hidden fees
j Over 60 campuses and sites in
®
and access your courses
promptly on the first day of each term.
dates for each assignment.
j Have your textbooks on hand before the first day of class.
j Stay in touch with the instructor through e-mail or phone.
j Set aside a regular time and place for studying.
j Ask for help if you need it.
j Don’t overcommit. Sign up for the number of
courses you can handle with your other obligations.
j Communicate, communicate, communicate.
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13 time zones
j Convenient locations
j eCampus staff dedicated to serving you
j Your future on your terms