Academic Information

The College reserves the right to offer additional internships, independent studies, research assistantships, and selected topics courses beyond the course descriptions included in the Catalog.

The academic program is designed to provide a well-rounded education in the liberal arts tradition. To avoid narrow specialization, subjects from a range of fields of human interest are made available. To avoid superficial knowledge of various fields with depth in none, students select a major area of concentration to which they devote special study according to programs approved by the respective academic areas.

The College offers majors and minors in the following:

Programs of Study by Department

Flagler College

Other Programs

• •  CORE ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE (GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM)

The College offers four degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Master of Arts.

The College reserves the right to change or withdraw courses and to revise requirements for graduation whenever the responsible officials decide that such action is advisable. Insofar as possible, students will be permitted to graduate under the provisions in effect at the time of admission. A student may, with the approval of the Office of Academic Affairs, petition the appropriate faculty committee to permit exceptions to certain prescribed requirements.

The Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE) will assist first year students in course selections and registration. After the first year, faculty advisors will assist students in course selections and registration. It is understood, however, that students are responsible for selecting courses and meeting degree requirements according to College regulations.

For more information on how to contact your assigned advisor, please access the Flagler College Directory.

Degree Requirements

The Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is awarded to students who meet the following conditions (see Fine Arts, BFA  or Graphic Design, BFA   for further information about the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree: 

1. Completion of 120 semester hours with at least a 2.0 grade point average for all work attempted. Credit for graduation is not awarded for any course whose number begins with a 0 (e.g., ENG 010 , ENG 015 , ENG 020 , REA 020 , MAT 010 , etc.). No more than two 100-level Fitness/Wellness (FTW) courses will be allowed to count toward graduation requirements.
2. Completion of at least one major in accordance with the requirements set forth by the academic department. At least half of the credit hours required for the student major(s) must be earned at Flagler. There can be no more than two grades of D+ or below in the courses of a major, including ancillary courses (course selected from among several course options that can be taken to fulfill the requirements for a major, but are not offered within the department in which the major or minor falls), and no more than one grade of D+ or below in the courses of a minor.  However, Education majors may not earn a grade of D+ or below in any course required for their major, including ancillary courses.
3. Completion of 33 hours of Core curriculum, as described in General Education Program and Courses.  What follows is a summary: three hours in First Year Seminar or Honors Freshman Seminar (FYS 152   or HON 100 ); three hours in each of the nine Core Literacies; three hours in each of the four Core Values (note that Core Literary classes satisfy both Literacies and Values, so that the total number of credit hours needed to satisfy the Literacy and Value requirements is 27); three hours in FlagSHIP (CDD 240 )
4. Students must earn a grade of “C-” or better in the Academic Writing Literacy (COR 101, COR 102, COR 103, or COR 104). Students who earn a grade of “D+,” “D,” “F” or “WF” in Academic Writing will be required to repeat the Academic Writing Literacy until a grade of “C-” or higher is earned at Flagler College. 
5. Completion of three semesters as a full-time student, with a minimum of 45 semester hours earned at Flagler. The final 30 hours of credit required for the degree must be earned at Flagler. Exceptions to this requirement may be granted to students who are approved to study abroad.
6. Students must complete the Application for Graduation by the deadline established the semester prior to graduation.
7. Completion of Co-curricular Program

*Completion of Alumni Entrance Survey tracked by the Office of Alumni Relations.

Co-Curricular Program

The Co-curricular Program requirement is designed to expose students to events that faculty and administration believe best represent the literary, philosophical, visual arts, and performing arts traditions that students are exposed to as a part of a liberal education. Typical credited events include concerts, plays, lectures, panel discussions, debates, art exhibits, research presentations and readings.

The Co-curricular Program at Flagler requires that students attend:

• Three events per semester during Freshman and Sophomore years (under 60-credit hours);
• Two events per semester during Junior and Senior years (over 60-credit hours).
• Each academic year, one of these events must be diversity related.

Students may, and are encouraged, to complete event credits early, particularly if they know they will be required to complete off-campus internships as a requirement for their degree.

Core Academic Experience (General Education Program) 

Total Credit Hours Required: 33 minimum

Students at Flagler College are required to complete Flagler’s general education program: the Core Academic Experience.  The Flagler Core is a 33-credit sequence of specially designed courses that impart nine key skills (or “Literacies”) and that are informed by Flagler College’s Core Values: Citizenship with Integrity, Thoughtful Stewardship, Respectful and Inclusive Community, and Transformative Learning.  These Core requirements should normally be completed by the end of the Sophomore Year.
The Core Academic Experience has three parts, all of which are required.  First is the First Year Seminar on Liberal Education and Citizenship (FYS): a writing-intensive class that uses both classical and contemporary readings and current events to introduce students to Flagler College, the Flagler Core, and to the academic standards that characterize high-quality college-level work.
The second part consists of nine Core Literacy classes, typically taken during the first and second years at Flagler.  Each Core class is unique, but each fulfills a single Core Literacy requirement (see A-I below) and is themed around one of Flagler’s Core Values.  Students must take one class in each Literacy, and at least one class must also fall under each of Flagler’s four Core Values.

The third and final part of the Core is the FlagSHIP: an 2-3 week intensive, engaged, and experiential learning experience for students in their second year at Flagler that serves as the capstone to the Core and the completion of the first half of the student’s college experience.  FlagSHIP courses are typically taken during the special January inter-term (between Fall and Spring semesters) or the Mayterm (immediately following the Spring semester) of the student’s second year.

I. FIRST YEAR SEMINAR (3 CREDIT HOURS)

The First Year Seminar is both an introduction to the Flagler Core Academic Experience and a writing-intensive class that uses both classical and contemporary readings as well as current events to introduce students to Flagler College and to the academic standards that characterize high-quality college-level work.  By the end of FYS students will know the basics of constructing an evidence-based argument, what it means to choose a major, and where various offices and services are located around campus.  Taught by faculty from a wide range of disciplines, this course will help students understand how to read deeply, think broadly, write clearly, and communicate soundly.  Students enrolled in the Honors Program should complete HON 100 to fulfill the First Year Seminar requirement.

• FYS 152WI  First Year Seminar on Liberal Education and Citizenship

• or

• HON 100  Honors Freshman Seminar 

II. THE CORE LITERACIES (27 CREDIT HOURS)

The Literacy Courses are the centerpiece of the Flagler Core.  Students fulfill nine (9) requirements while choosing from a wide range of specially designed classes.  While making these choices, students pick at least one course themed to each of Flagler College’s four Core Values.  As an example, any class with the catalog number COR 121 fulfills the Literacy requirement of Natural Scientific Inquiry (indicated by the second digit of the course number) and also the Value requirement of Citizenship with Integrity (indicated by the final digit).  Courses that meet specific requirements will have course numbers that match the table below. 

(Actual course titles will vary based on current offerings, which can be previewed here: Current Core Class Titles)

Students are required to take one class in each literacy, as follows:

(A) ACADEMIC WRITING (3 CREDIT HOURS)

The objective of this Literacy is to help students build a foundation in the practice of college-level academic writing. Instruction will provide students with the skills needed to effectively communicate through writing in college and beyond.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 101 Academic Writing and Citizenship

• COR 102  Academic Writing and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 103  Academic Writing and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 104  Academic Writing and Transformative Learning 

(B) ORAL COMMUNICATION (3 CREDIT HOURS)

Oral communication is a fundamental and empowering skill even during the digital revolution that has swept the world. Effective oral communication helps students strengthen their critical thinking skills and enhances their leadership ability. Furthermore, our role as citizens in diverse communities demands ethical communication, which promotes fairness, honesty, accuracy, personal integrity and respect for others.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 111  Oral Communication and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 112  Oral Communication and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 113  Oral Communication and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 114  Oral Communication and Transformative Learning

(C) NATURAL SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY (3 CREDIT HOURS)

Natural science is an ever-growing body of knowledge, and an evidence-based way of understanding the nature of our world. Scientific Literacy has never been more needed than now as we navigate the challenges of the 21st century. Evidence-based knowledge depends upon the collection and analysis of empirical data. These data are gathered on biological, chemical, and physical phenomena to test hypotheses or challenge theories. Scientific Literacy requires disciplined critical thinking skills, and an ability to discern the reliability of information sources. Finally, natural scientific inquiry must be paired with clear and effective communication of data-based evidence, to improve our lives.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 121  Natural Science and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 122  Natural Science and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 123  Natural Science and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 124  Natural Science and Transformative Learning

(D) SOCIAL SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY (3 CREDIT HOURS)

Exposure to research in the social sciences can make us better, more informed consumers of information. Many occupations require the use of research findings and are increasingly important when it comes to public policy and decision-making. By applying principles and methods from the social sciences, we can address questions about how and why we, as humans, act the way we do. Critical thinking is key for analyzing and interpreting information, as well as a basic understanding of social scientific theory and practice.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 131  Social Science and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 132  Social Science and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 133  Social Science and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 134  Social Science and Transformative Learning

(E) QUANTITATIVE REASONING (3 CREDIT HOURS)

Quantitative reasoning is the ability to understand and use quantitative information to come to a solid conclusion. It involves the application of basic mathematical, and critical thinking skills to draw justified conclusions from facts and evidence at hand. Students who successfully complete a quantitative reasoning course at Flagler College will be able to think analytically and apply basic mathematics and statistics skills to interpret data, draw conclusions, and solve problems within a disciplinary or interdisciplinary context.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 141  Quantitative Reasoning and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 142  Quantitative Reasoning and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 143  Quantitative Reasoning and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 144  Quantitative Reasoning and Transformative Learning

(F) CREATIVITY (3 CREDIT HOURS)

Creative work is the manifestation of creative effort in the form of cultural artifacts both physical and digital, tangible and temporal. These artifacts may include but are not limited to tangible artwork (painting, sculpture, printing, etc.), digital artwork (digital graphics, websites, etc.) creative literature, music, theatrical performance, etc. Because creativity is an important component in all aspects of human endeavors it’s important to point out that the emphasis is on the application of human creative skill to the appreciation of aesthetic beauty and emotional power.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 151  Creativity and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 152  Creativity and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 153  Creativity and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 154  Creativity and Transformative Learning

(G) SOCIAL & CULTURAL INQUIRY (3 CREDIT HOURS)

The ability to uncover aspects of our shared humanity is essential to a productive career in any walk of life. Reflection upon our inner core and other cultures gives us the means to think of the many ways we can create shared meaning and understanding through intra- and intercultural communication. Comfort with the tension of competing but equally valuable ways of life is a mark of mature leadership.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 161  Social & Cultural Inquiry and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 162  Social & Cultural Inquiry and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 163  Social & Cultural Inquiry and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 164  Social & Cultural Inquiry and Transformative Learning

(H) HISTORIAL INQUIRY (3 CREDIT HOURS)

All courses in the Historical Inquiry category demonstrate how the past informs the present, emphasize the importance of context when studying historical topics, and introduce students to the types of evidence scholars use to develop narratives and reach conclusions pertaining to historical examination.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 171  Historical Inquiry and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 172  Historical Inquiry and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 173  Historical Inquiry and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 174   Historical Inquiry and Transformative Learning

(I) ETHICAL REASONING (3 CREDIT HOURS)

Ethics deals with questions of good and evil, right and wrong, should and should not. The ability to think critically about ethical issues, to question our own ethical presuppositions and those of others, and to productively engage with people whose ethical perspectives we disagree with or just don’t understand is crucial both on an individual level and for a well-functioning society. These skills are necessary for developing our own ability to make well informed ethical and political choices and to our formation as virtuous individuals. They are also indispensable tools for living and participating in a diverse democracy in which people often have different and sometimes conflicting values that inform their personal and collective decision making.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• COR 181  Ethical Reasoning and Citizenship with Integrity

• COR 182  Ethical Reasoning and Thoughtful Stewardship

• COR 183  Ethical Reasoning and Respectful and Inclusive Community

• COR 184  Ethical Reasoning and Transformative Learning

III. FLAGSHIP (3 CREDIT HOURS)

The FlagSHIP (Flagler College Sophomore High Impact Practice) program is the capstone to the Flagler Core Experience.  FlagSHIP provides an intensive, engaged, and experiential learning experience for students in their second year at Flagler. A variety of courses are offered as part of the FlagSHIP program. These courses may utilize study abroad or study away travel, community integrative education, or an intensive seminar format, and are not major-specific. All of the courses foster diverse interactions and build intercultural competence to prepare our students for engaged citizenship in a diverse global community.

Students who enter Flagler with 60+ credits or an AA are exempted from FlagSHIP. All first-year Flagler enrollees will take FlagSHIP during their second year. Transfer students are required to take FlagSHIP in the next FlagSHIP cycle (Jan-May) following their completion of 30+ credits.

Students choose one of the following.  (Note, actual class titles will vary.)

• CDD 240  FlagSHIP

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TOTAL CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED: 33 MINIMUM

Fitness/Wellness (FTW)

Activity Classes:

The purpose of these courses is to expose students to the nature of each sport or activity and to afford students opportunities for improvement of skill or fitness level. No more than two 100-level Fitness/Wellness (FTW) courses will be allowed to count toward graduation requirements. Students who successfully complete an activity class may not repeat that class for credit.

Flagler College Honors Program

I. Mission Statement:

The mission of the honors program at Flagler College is to challenge and support exceptionally creative, talented, and intellectually-engaged students. This program enables such students to maximize their educational experience by interacting closely with faculty members and peers in a stimulating interdisciplinary environment while contributing in profound ways to the intellectual culture of the college. The honors program seeks to accomplish the following objectives:

• To provide honors students the highest academic challenge that Flagler has to offer, in order to help them realize their greatest potential.
• To provide dedicated resources for honors students to engage in both formal and informal learning, lively discussions, and shared projects.
• To enable honors students to share their accomplishments with the broader campus community and thus to cultivate appreciation for academic values at Flagler College.
• To help students present their research and creative work at academic gatherings outside of Flagler College, and to assist them in applying for academic grants, graduate fellowships, and other prestigious awards.
• To help prepare students for postgraduate study and employment possibilities by offering them the opportunity to do research and creative work beyond normal classroom assignments.

II. Honors Program Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of the honors program, students will have developed:

• a set of skills that enable an independent pursuit of study.
• critical-thinking skills through learning experiences that require sophisticated modes of inquiry.
• collaborative and leadership skills.
• their ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate ideas across academic disciplines.
• their ability to think creatively.

III. Honors Admission:

A. Admission of incoming first-year students to the honors program

A small percentage of incoming first year students will be invited to join the honors program on the basis of a GPA/SAT (ACT) threshold to be determined each year by the Director of the Honors Program, the Vice President for Enrollment Management, and the Senior Director of the Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE). The Admissions Committee of the Faculty Senate will be charged with selecting students from those meeting the threshold to achieve balance across intended majors, etc.

B. Recommending second semester first-year students and second-year students for admission to the honors program

A limited number of second semester first-year students and second-year students may be invited to join the honors program. Faculty can nominate students by submitting a letter of recommendation to the Director of the Honors Program.  Recommended students deemed appropriate by the Director will be added, pending available seats. Recommended students must be able to complete at least 4 semesters as full-time students at Flagler College to participate in the honors program.

C. Admission of transfer students to the honors program

Incoming transfer students will be evaluated on the basis of prior college GPA. Again, academic rating (AR) thresholds will be determined each year by the Director of the Honors Program and the Vice President for Enrollment Management. Transfer students with 60 or fewer credit hours will enter the honors program in HON 200  and those with more than 60 credit hours will enroll in both HON 200 /HON 201  and HON 300  during their first year at Flagler. Transfer students must be able to complete 4 semesters as full-time students at Flagler College in order to participate in the honors program.

D. Staying in the honors program

Students participating in the honors program must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 and make satisfactory progress toward the honors award by passing level-appropriate HON courses. In addition, regular attendance at special honors events is expected.

IV. Curricular Requirements:

First Year

HON 100  (3) – Fall Semester

ENG 172WI  (3) – Fall Semester

Honors-designated Learning Community – Spring Semester (6)
The Honors Learning Community will provide 2 three-credit hour courses in General Education designed around the unique theme of the incoming class to inspire students in a challenging and supportive academic environment. Students will be enrolled in HON 130  (0) the semester that they sign up for their LC.

Co-Curricular Requirement: Honors students will have to fulfill six co-curricular activities within the Honors Program in the first year.  Three of these activities will count toward their first-year Flagler College co-curricular requirement.

Second Year

HON 200  (1) – Fall Semester

HON 201  (1)  – Spring Semester

Third Year

HON 300  (1) – Fall Semester

HON 400  (1)– Spring Semester

Discipline-specific upper-level honors course – Fall or Spring Semester
Honors students will designate a specific upper-division course within their major or minor discipline as an honors course (in consultation with and with the approval of the Director of the Honors Program and the faculty members teaching the courses in question) and will complete assignments beyond those listed on the course syllabus, as worked out with the course instructors and Director of the Honors Program. (Note: this requirement may be fulfilled during the honors student’s senior year, but must be completed prior to the student’s final semester.) Students will be enrolled in HON 330  (0) the semester that they sign up for their upper-level course.

Fourth Year

HON 401   (1) – Fall Semester

HON 402   (1) – Spring Semester

Other Curricular Requirements

High Impact Requirement
Honors students must participate in an extracurricular high impact experience. This experience can be one of the following: study abroad/away, internship, semester-long service learning project, grant writing, or other activity pre-approved by the Honors Program Director. Students will be enrolled in HON 230  (0) the semester that they sign up for they will be completing their high-impact experience.

V. Special Recognition

Students successfully completing all elements of the honors program will be recognized during the graduation ceremony and have an honors designation placed on their official academic transcripts.

The President’s Leadership Academy 

INTRODUCTION: The President’s Leadership Academy was created in August 2019 during the tenure of Dr. Joseph G. Joyner, the college’s fourth president. The Academy is based on the premise that leadership can be learned and that it must be practiced. The Academy nurtures a community of student leaders that supports members in their leadership activities during their time at Flagler. In order to help facilitate and grow this community of student leaders, the Academy provides a unique and dynamic curriculum, mentorship opportunities, impactful experiences, and opportunities for meaningful service.

LEARNING OUTCOMES: Upon successful completion of the Academy curriculum, students will have developed:

1.       Their ability to analyze and evaluate leadership through the lenses of various leadership theories and styles.

2.       A set of skills to enable the independent exercise of leadership.

3.       Their ability to demonstrate leadership in appropriate settings using leadership theories and skills.

ADMISSION: Membership in the Academy is limited to 40 members organized into four cohorts of ten students each based upon a member’s academic year. Members are selected after application during the spring semester and must maintain a 2.0 GPA to remain members in good standing.

CURRICULAR REQUIREMENTS: Members of the Academy are enrolled in at least one Academy course each semester they are members of the Academy.

Year One, Fall:      STL 210  Leadership I

              Spring:    STL 220  Leadership II

Year Two, Fall:       A 300-level STL course.

               Spring:   A 300-level STL course.

Year Three:            A 400-level STL course each semester, one of which shall be STL 420  Leadership Practicum

Enrollment in Academy courses is limited to Academy members. The Director of the program may approve course substitutions in the best interest of the member and the Academy.

Independent Study

Students who have achieved junior or senior standing are permitted to take an independent study with the following provisions: (a) the student must have at least a 3.0 cumulative grade point average and a 3.0 grade point average for the previous semester, (b) a faculty member must agree to offer the independent study, and (c) the respective school dean must approve the independent study. Students must register for an independent study prior to the beginning of a term or during the official add period. Students registering for an independent study course will be charged an additional fee of $50. Independent study forms can be downloaded from the MyFlagler website.

Before an independent study course will be approved, students must complete at least two full semesters at Flagler College. No student may take more than one independent study per semester, unless the courses are part of an approved study abroad program. Independent study will not be approved for any course that is offered during the academic year or the summer session. As a general policy, independent study courses will not be allowed during the summer term. The Vice-President of Academic Affairs may grant exceptions to this policy only upon the recommendation of the school dean.

Consent to Academic Policies, Regulations, and Procedures

Students are responsible to know and abide by all academic policies, regulations, and procedures, as set forth in the Catalog and the Student Handbook. Students are also expected to be aware of specific course requirements, as set forth in the course syllabus, distributed at the beginning of each semester or term. Inasmuch as important information is periodically distributed by campus e-mail, including communications from faculty and administrators, students are required to obtain and to check regularly their Flagler College e-mail and to respond to requests in a timely manner.

Academic Advisement

A distinctive characteristic of the educational program at Flagler is the emphasis placed on teaching and advising. Flagler Students receive personalized guidance from their advising team throughout their time at Flagler, from discovering a major to creating a four-year plan. 

In their first year, students are assigned and will work with a professional advisor housed in the Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE) offices in Proctor Library.  At the start of their second year, they will transition to a faculty advisor in their chosen major(s). Advising at Flagler is carried on as a continuous process rather than a periodic service. To this end, students are encouraged to meet regularly with their advisors to monitor their progress in achieving their educational and personal goals.

Students can add or change their major or minor by completing the form at this link. Students who wish to change advisors must complete this form. 

It is the student’s responsibility to plan and carry out a program of study in accordance with departmental requirements. The advisor assists by helping students to identify and assess alternatives, as well as understand the consequences of decisions. Alternative courses must be approved using the Course Substitution Request form. Course requirements are detailed on the Advising Worksheet, which is also referred to as the degree audit.

The primary goals of the academic advisement program are:

• To provide learning opportunities which will enable students to acquire the knowledge and skills to become increasingly self-sufficient with regard to planning and carrying out a program of study leading to graduation in the desired major;
• To promote advisement as a continuous process informed by regular contact, as appropriate, between advisor and student;
• The development of suitable education plans;
• The selection of appropriate courses and other educational experiences;
• The understanding of the educational resources available;
• An evaluation of the student’s progress toward his/her educational and career goals;
• Referral to and use of other institutional and community support services where appropriate.

The Proctor Library

The Proctor Library is a vital educational resource on the Flagler College campus. The library is staffed and equipped to provide all the services common to a research library: research support and instruction, computer labs, interlibrary loan, and audiovisual materials and equipment. Professional librarians are available during library hours to assist students, staff and faculty. The Library’s collection consists of 94,421 physical/print titles, 336,719 electronic books, 3656 DVDs, and 117,209 streaming video titles. The library also subscribes to 80 electronic databases used by students and faculty for research and to access 47,117 full-text periodicals.  All print and electronic content are searchable through the Library’s website:  https://library.flagler.edu

The Proctor Library is located at the corner of Valencia and Sevilla Streets. Completed in 1996, the building is named for Dr. William Proctor, president of the College for 30 years, from 1971 until 2001. The three-story building with its muted grey walls and brick banding complement and reflect the architectural style of the Flagler Era buildings. The first and second floors include the Library’s print, audiovisual, and circulating collections, together with open spaces for group or private study, computer and printer access spaces, eight group study rooms (four of which are technology equipped), a technology supported presentation room, and a variety of other seating options supporting academic work. The third floor offers the College Archives, The Center for Advising and Core Experience, Instructional Technology, Marketing and Communications, the graphic design lab/studio, technology-equipped lab/classrooms, and several faculty and administrative offices. Computer capabilities include networked computer workstations, and WiFi capability is available on all three floors and throughout campus. Access by students to the Library’s electronic databases is also available from the residence halls and any other online access point.

Library hours, when classes are in session fall and spring semesters:
Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 midnight
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 midnight

During the summer terms, the library hours are:
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Learning Resource Center

The Learning Resource Center (LRC) is a supportive space where Flagler students can work with peer learning guides and College faculty members to achieve their academic goals. The LRC can also be used as a work and study area where students can collaborate and discuss their projects and assignments with peers and staff. The resources provided in the LRC are included in the cost of tuition and are available to all enrolled students. Students work one-on-one or in small groups by appointment or on a walk-in basis with trained peer learning guides ready to assist with academic inquiries.

Located on the first floor of the Proctor Library, the LRC is open during the fall and spring semesters, Monday through Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and on Fridays from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Evening LRC hours take place in Proctor Library, Sunday through Thursday, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Summer hours vary. Students can find current information abou the LRC and schedule appointments at http://www.flagler.edu/lrc.

The LRC’s peer learning guides provide academic support in a wide variety of disciplines, including math and business math, writing, the natural sciences, world languages, and more. We can also help with reading and class preparation strategies, study and academic organization skills, and class and time management. See below for details about each academic division. Email learning@flagler.edu for more information, assistance with scheduling, and any other questions

The Collaborative Learning Lab
The Collaborative Learning Lab offers support in all areas of academic life. From effective test-taking, content reading, and schedule/time management to project creation, study tactics, and critical thinking strategies, peer learning guides are here to help. Come to the Collaborative Learning Lab to discuss classes and assignments to get a new perspective on how to approach your studies. Working in the LRC provides the option to work with a learning guide or to create accountability in the daily student schedule.

The Tutoring in the Disciplines Center

The Tutoring in the Disciplines Center supports students from a wide variety of disciplines including psychology, history, philosophy, and beyond as well as for particular skills such as preparing for the General Knowledge Exam or specialized support for those who are multilingual learners. Working with tutors in the disciplines can help students to focus in on the details and methods used in different disciplines of studies. Don’t see your subject area here? Please ask and we can likely provide you with assistance or connect you with someone who can.

The Math and Business Lab
The Math and Business Lab offers peer and faculty academic assistance for Flagler math and business math courses including algebra, geometry, statistics, pre-calculus, calculus, accounting, CIS, economics, finance and quantitative business methods. Other resources available include MyLab, StatCrunch, calculator assistance, as well as General Knowledge Exam, GRE, and LSAT preparation.

The Science Learning Lab
The Science Learning Lab provides specialized peer academic assistance in the natural sciences to help students understand scientific principles, solve problems, and write lab reports. 

The World Languages Lab

The World Languages Lab provides peer academic support in French and Spanish. Peer learning guides are available to help with all aspects of language learning:  pronunciation, vocabulary development, composition, grammar, speaking, and listening. Working with a peer learning guide is an excellent way to use the target language outside of class and improve speaking and listening skills.

The Writing Center
The Writing Center provides an opportunity for students to work one-on-one with either a peer learning guide or a member of the English Department faculty. Students are encouraged to bring any type of writing assignment for help with all parts of the writing process from brainstorming to final editing. Tutors are trained in a variety of citation methods and styles (APA, MLA, Chicago, CBE, etc.), and the Writing Center houses a wide variety of text resources including dictionaries, thesauri, style guides, and grammar and rhetoric handbooks.

Language Placement Exams

Foreign Language Placement exams are available for French and Spanish. The exams are online, multiple-choice and cover grammar, reading, and vocabulary. A $10 fee is required to complete the test. Taking the foreign language placement exam is not required, but is encouraged for students with prior foreign language experience. Foreign language courses are required for certain majors but are not required for Flagler’s Core Curriculum. Students should consult their academic advisor to determine how foreign language may fit into their academic plan.

Students who place into SPA 102/FRE 102 or higher may earn up to 6 credit hours if they pass the class with a B or better. For example, if students place into SPA 201, they can earn 6 credit hours for SPA 101 and 102 if they complete SPA 201 with a B or better. Native speakers - although exempt from the placement test - can earn up to 6 credit hours for lower level courses (SPA 101, 102, 201, and 202 or FRE 101, 102, 201, and 202) after they earn a B or better in a higher-level course.

Students can register for a placement test and submit the $10 fee at this link . Once the exam is complete, the Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE) will notify the student of their placement results and enter the information into the student’s academic record.

International Center

To thrive in our interconnected world, students must acquire global awareness and intercultural competence to be engaged citizens and foster world views that embrace openness and respect. The International Center empowers Saints to achieve their full potential by providing transformative learning opportunities via education abroad (e.g., study, intern, service learning, and research) and study away programs, campus cultural co-curricular activities, curricular internationalization efforts, and foreign language learning. 

The International Center cultivates diversity, equity, and inclusion and advances its strategic efforts through its curation and management of international partnerships and provides immigration support and high-quality academic and cultural programming for all international students and scholars. In addition, the International Center brings scholars and faculty from across the globe to Flagler College, adding new viewpoints and experiences to classrooms, and connects our community with the world. 

EDUCATION ABROAD/AWAY PROGRAMS

Flagler College believes in the transformative power of travel as it relates to learning. We are committed to providing opportunities for our students to experience the world first-hand. The International Center, located in Wiley Hall, is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all credit-bearing study abroad and domestic off-campus programs. This includes approved independent semester and year-long programs, direct reciprocal exchanges with our partner universities and faculty-led summer programs.  Students wishing to participate in study abroad programs should visit the International Center to discuss their options. Further information can be found on the study abroad portion of the website: https://www.studyabroad.flagler.edu 

Types of Study Abroad Programs: Five general types of study abroad programs are available. All of these must be approved by the International Center:

1.     Faculty-led programs: Our faculty-led programs are short-term courses that integrate experiential learning with more traditional classroom experiences. 

2.     Direct exchange programs: Students may apply to spend a semester or a year abroad with one of our partner universities. Students pay Flagler tuition and room and board to the host institution. 

3.     Third party programs: Students may enroll in a study abroad or study away program that is sponsored by an approved third-party program, such as CIEE, AIFS, or Semester at Sea. 

4.     Direct enrollment: Students may enroll directly in a foreign university as a visiting student. (Direct enroll programs require pre-approval by the International Center prior to application.)

To qualify for any study abroad program, students must have completed at least 24 credit hours and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.50 or higher (waivers are available on a case-by-case basis to meet the GPA requirement). In addition, a student must:

1. Be a degree-seeking student;
2. Satisfy any departmental requirements;
3. Be approved by the International Center;
4. Receive positive letters of recommendation, if required; and
5. Have a satisfactory discipline record, as certified by the Dean of Students.   

Academic Credit for Study Abroad: Academic credit is based on the same criteria as credit for an on-campus course at Flagler College. Although some flexibility exists, academic credit is based on the number of hours of class attendance; learning objectives formulated form course content; and mastery level demonstrated through examinations, papers, a thesis, or the completion of an approved project.

Upon completion of the program, a transcript is forwarded to Flagler College upon the student’s request. In most cases, the hours will be accepted toward the total hours necessary for graduation; however, not all courses will necessarily be accepted for general education or as a requirement for a major. For the purposes of the computation of a student’s grade point average, grades and quality points will not be accepted from a study abroad program. 

Conduct While Studying Abroad: The standards of conduct for students studying abroad are the same as those which are expected of the students on the Flagler College campus. The policy concerning the use of illegal substances is always enforced. Abuse of alcohol will not be tolerated. At any time during the approved dates of travel/study abroad, if a student brings discredit upon Flagler College, the faculty sponsor may either plan for the student’s return to the U.S. or inform the student that his/her conduct will be referred to the Dean of Students at the beginning of the next semester.

While Flagler College has made every effort to ensure the study abroad experience will be rewarding and beneficial to participating students, it should be remembered that the students are outside of the United States, are subject to the laws and customs of the country in which they are travelling and are expected to respect the laws and customs of that country. Flagler College carries GeoBlue International health insurance provided by Blue Cross. GeoBlue is mandatory for most faculty-led study abroad programs; however, students may purchase the insurance coverage regardless of their study abroad program. For more information, please consult with the International Center at Flagler College. Students are required to present evidence of insurance coverage prior to departure.

Financial Aid: According to the federal regulations and Florida Statues, students eligible for state and federal financial aid programs may apply for financial assistance to pay for expenses required to participate in programs of study in another state or in a foreign country. Students who are eligible for federal and state financial aid programs must confer with the Associate Director of Financial Aid about using funds from these programs for the purpose of participating in the study abroad programs. Institutional scholarships and grants are not applicable to study abroad programs with the following exceptions: the James W. Babcock and B. Teri Ludwick-Babcock Endowed Scholarship for Study Abroad, the Diane Sheeran Cassidy Memorial Scholarship for Study Abroad, the Janie Dickinson Memorial Scholarship, the Lewis-Wiley Scholarship, and the Unger Family Scholarship for Study Abroad. In general, financial aid should be seen as a possible reimbursement for study abroad and not a pre-pay for the trip itself and plans should be discussed with the Financial Aid Office.

Study Abroad/Away Fee:

Independent and Direct Enroll Program Fee: $160

Study Abroad/Study Away Fee: $75 (for Exchange, Faculty-Led; FlagSHIP travel programs)

These fees defray the administrative costs associated with the program. These costs can occur prior to the student’s departure, during the time a student is away, and upon the student’s return to Flagler College. 

Financial Payments: Tuititon and fees for any Flagler College faculty led program must be paid in full prior to the student’s departure date. Deadlines vary for each program. For approved, non-Flagler College sponsored programs, students must submit payments for tuition and fees directly to the institution or organization sponsoring the study abroad program. Students are directed to adhere to the terms and conditions of the applicable study abroad program. Additionally, students who drop a faculty-led study abroad course are subject to forfeiture of all deposits and may incur additional financial penalties affiliated with the program. 

Application Deadlines:

Summer – March 1                                                                                     

Fall – April 1

Spring – November 1

Spring Embedded Courses – November 1

The deadline for faculty led programs varies. Contact your faculty leader for specific deadlines.

Registration

New first year, transfer students, and readmitted students register for classes prior to matriculating in the fall or spring semesters with the support of advisors from the Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE). Continuing students register for an upcoming semester during the immediately preceding semester. All students may revise their class schedule during the add/drop period. Registration for any semester is not complete until a student has complied with all procedures and has made satisfactory arrangements for the payment of tuition and other financial obligations.

Time Conflicts: Students are not permitted to register for courses whose scheduled meeting times overlap.

Continuing Student: A continuing student, sometimes referred to as a returning student, is a student who was enrolled full-time during the previous semester.

Cross-Registration: Students are not permitted to be enrolled at another institution while attending Flagler College.

Part-Time Students: The programs and activities of Flagler College are planned to meet the needs and interest of full-time students. A limited number of students, however, may be allowed to matriculate on a part-time basis (less than 12 semester hours), provided that space in the desired course(s) is available. All part-time students must apply for admission and be formally accepted prior to registering for classes. Part-time students are not eligible for medical and health services and are not allowed to participate in college-sponsored student activities. Part-time students, however, are assigned to an academic advisor and should seek academic counseling on a regular basis. While part-time students may be eligible for certain types of federal financial aid programs, they are not eligible for State of Florida or institutional financial aid programs. Full-time students who wish to change to part-time enrollment must complete a “Withdrawal to Part-Time Status” form and must provide a copy of this form to the Office of Business Services. Part-time students who wish to return to full-time status for the next semester must submit a formal, written request to the Office of the Registrar.

Registration Holds: Students will not be permitted to register if there is a “hold” on their accounts. To clear a hold, the student must contact the office that has issued the hold to find out what must be done to fulfill the obligation(s).

Transfer Credits from Another Institution

Applicants transferring from another institution must be in good standing and must be eligible to return to the college or university previously attended. Transfer applicants from four-year institutions may receive a maximum of 75 semester hours of credit awarded. Recipients of the Associate of Arts (A.A.) Degree are generally admitted at the junior level; however, applicants who transfer from community/junior colleges will be allowed no more than 64 semester hours of credit toward the completion of degree requirements at Flagler.

Transfer credits will generally be granted for courses in which a grade of “C” or better was earned from regionally accredited institutions. Grades are not transferable; hence, quality points earned for transfer credits are not used in computing a student’s grade point average at Flagler.

Students who have successfully completed the requirements for an A.A. Degree may transfer up to three courses in which a “D” grade was earned, provided the total number of transfer credits does not exceed 64 semester hours. In accordance with the ICUF (Independent Colleges and Universities of Florida) Articulation Agreement, Flagler College, as a member of ICUF, provides some basic guarantees to transfer students who have earned an A.A. Degree from any member institution of the State of Florida public university system. This guarantee includes the transfer of 60 credits to be applied toward the awarding of the baccalaureate degree and completion of the general education requirements at Flagler College.

The amount of transfer credit and advanced standing allowed by the College will be determined by the Office of the Registrar. In some instances, the Office of Academic Affairs and/or school deans are consulted prior to awarding transfer credit. Transfer students are responsible for submitting all official transcripts, CLEP, International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), Advanced Placement (AP), or CAPE (Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination) test scores, and for confirming their level of advanced standing prior to registering for classes at Flagler.

Transient Transfer Credits from Another Institution

Flagler students who wish to take courses at another institution during the summer must complete the Application for Transient Study. Additionally, students must receive approval from their assigned advisor, the department chair of the course, and the Office of the Registrar, before enrolling as a transient student at another college or university. Application forms are available in the Office of the Registrar and on the Registrar page of my.flagler.edu. Students who fail to receive prior approval before enrolling at another institution may be denied transfer credit.

Flagler College limits the number of hours a student may earn during the summer at another college or university after that student has enrolled at Flagler. Students may earn up to nine semester hours of credit from another institution. Seniors must complete their final 30 semester hours of credit at Flagler College, except for those students participating in a Study Abroad or Study Away Program. Students may not earn credit for courses taken at a two-year college after they have earned 60 or more semester hours.  Transient study is not permitted during the fall or spring semester.

Registering for Courses at Another Flagler College Location

This policy prescribes procedures that students are to follow if they wish to take courses offered by Flagler College at another location. From time to time, students enrolled in Flagler College - St. Augustine may request permission to register for a course (or courses) offered at Flagler College -Tallahassee. In like manner, Flagler College -Tallahassee students may request permission to register for a course (or courses) being offered at Flagler College - St. Augustine. It is anticipated that most of these requests will be for enrollment in the summer terms on the respective campuses.

Procedures:

1. Student submits request in writing to the Registrar (St. Augustine) or the Associate Registrar (Tallahassee).
2. Registrar (St. Augustine) or the Associate Registrar (Tallahassee) provides student with a Flagler College Alternate Campus Transfer Form.
3. Student obtains required signatures from School Dean (St. Augustine) or Department Chair (Tallahassee) to ensure that course will meet the requirements of the major.
4. Student obtains required signatures from the Dean of Academic Life (St. Augustine) and the Dean (Tallahassee).
5. The student returns the Flagler College Alternate Campus Transfer Form to the Office of the Registrar (St. Augustine) or the Associate Registrar(Tallahassee). The home campus forwards the request to the receiving campus, who reviews the request to determine if there is space available in the requested course.
6. If space is available, the receiving campus sends a letter of approval to the student, with a copy to the home campus, noting the dates, meeting times, and location of the class meetings. The student is also notified of the applicable tuition charge, the registration deadline, and the date on which tuition payment and/or deposit are due.
7. The student will be required to confirm his/her intent to enroll in the course and to pay applicable charges as specified by the Registrar (St. Augustine) or Associate Registrar (Tallahassee) and the Business Services Office personnel at the receiving campus.
8. It will be the responsibility of the student to discuss arrangements for financial aid with Financial Aid personnel at his/her home campus.

Declaration of Major

All students, including transfer students, must declare a major upon or before the completion of 60 credit hours. Students may change their major by completing the Change of Major/Minor form. 

Course Load

The quantity unit of credit at Flagler College is the semester hour, defined as one hour of class work plus two hours of preparation per week for one semester. Average fulltime course load for a semester is 15 semester hours, plus related laboratory periods; a minimum of 12 semester hours is required for full-time status. Students registering for less than 12 semester hours are classified as part-time students.

Students may not take more than 19 semester hours in any semester without the recommendation of their faculty advisor and the approval of the Registrar. Normally, students must have a 3.0 grade point average for two semesters preceding the semester in which they wish to take more than 19 semester hours. Students enrolled in 19 or more semester hours are charged additional tuition per credit hour (see “Tuition and Fees ” section).

Schedule Changes

Courses may be added and/or dropped during the first week of each semester without penalty. After this time, a student may drop a course and receive a grade of “W.” However, this policy does not apply to students enrolled in ENG 142 , COR 101 , COR 102 , COR 103  or COR 104   (see General Education Program). A student who is withdrawn from a course during the last four weeks of the semester will receive a grade of “WF,” regardless of whether the withdrawal is student or faculty initiated.

Admission to Class

Instructors are required to admit to class only those students with appropriate documentation of enrollment as verified by the Office of the Registrar.

Class Attendance

Flagler College holds all members of our community to the highest academic standards in its pursuit of academic excellence. Regular attendance at classes, laboratories and examinations is fundamental to this commitment. Students are, therefore, expected to attend class as part of their personal responsibility as members of this community.

Individual professors will establish specific attendance policies for each class and publish them in the syllabus at the beginning of every academic semester. Professors must also discuss with students on the first day of class the relationship between attendance, interaction in the classroom, and evaluation in specific courses. Students have the responsibility to take appropriate action to make up missed work where permitted by the professor’s policy. Absences for official college events, for example athletic or club academic travel, must be appropriately documented. All absences should be discussed with the professor in advance when possible.

Academic Honesty

ACADEMIC HONESTY

In keeping with its Core Values - particularly its commitments to “Citizenship with Integrity” and “Transformative Learning” - Flagler College affirms the value of academic honesty and requires all students to adhere to the highest standards of integrity in their academic work. Students are entrusted to be honest in every phase of their academic life and to present as their own work only that which is genuinely theirs. Cheating, plagiarism, violation of test conditions, complicity in dishonest behavior, or other falsification of academic work is a serious breach of College expectations and is subject to immediate disciplinary action.

Plagiarism is defined as any attempt to represent the work of someone or something else – that is to say, a person, computer program, artificial intelligence, or otherwise - as one’s own original work. This includes the appropriation of the language, thoughts, or ideas – either literally or in paraphrase – without appropriate notation of the source and in such fashion as to imply that the work is one’s own original work. To this end, Flagler College subscribes to Turnitin.com, a web-based plagiarism detection service which enables professors to determine if a paper has been documented properly.  But Turnitin.com findings are not the only means of determining plagiarism, nor is evidence from that service necessary to substantiate an incident.

Fabrication is defined as the use of created or invented information or research for the purpose of deceiving an instructor or other College personnel. Bribery is defined as the promising, offering, giving, receiving, or soliciting of any materials, items, or services of value to influence the judgment or conduct of College personnel.

Misrepresentation is defined as giving false information to any College representative with the intent to deceive or gain an unfair advantage. This may include using computer files generated by another person and submitting the information to an instructor as your own work (unless expressly allowed by the instructor).

Instructors should explain to students what constitutes academic dishonesty in relation to particular course requirements.  Instructors should also aim to ensure that examinations and quizzes are administered in a fashion that discourages dishonesty. But explicit prohibition of particular forms of academic dishonesty is not a necessary condition of incidents being reported or sanctions levied; academic integrity is a cornerstone of our academic community, and ignorance is not an excuse. 

A student guilty of academic dishonesty will be subject to academic sanction for the course in which the incident took place as determined by the Instructor of Record in the course, ranging from Warning to a grade of “F” or “WF” in the overall course.  Additional penalty may come at the Administrative level for serious infractions as determined by Academic Affairs, or for repeat offenders – up to and including expulsion from the College.  The official actions of the College may be either academic in nature or both academic and disciplinary.

Process for dealing with Academic Dishonesty

In all cases wherein an instructor accuses a student of academic dishonesty, the instructor will notify the student of the charge of academic dishonesty and its nature, as well as the penalty. The instructor will make a written record of the conference, will confirm in writing the accusation and penalty, and will immediately notify the Office of Academic Affairs.

The student will be advised that he/she may accept the penalty or may request a hearing. In the event the student denies the allegation or objects to the severity of the penalty, the student may request a hearing before the Academic Disciplinary Committee from the Dean of Academic Life. Notification from the student of a desire to have a hearing must be made to the Dean of Academic Life within 5 business days of the conference confirming the accusation and penalty (as described above).

If a hearing is requested, the case will first be reviewed by the Dean of Academic Life.  If a hearing is then required, it will be referred to the Academic Disciplinary Committee. The faculty or staff member reporting the incident of academic dishonesty will prepare all material dealing with the case such as evidence, witnesses, etc. The Dean of Academic Life will prepare and issue the charges and will inform the student of the time and date of the hearing.

Should the student desire to appeal the findings of the Academic Disciplinary Committee, once its determination is made, the student must appeal to the Vice President of Academic Affairs within three days.

Incivility in the Classroom

Flagler College students are expected to demonstrate civility in their classroom speech and behavior. Civility is defined as courteous behavior and politeness. Students should note that this policy extends to electronic communications and person-to-person communications, in both campus offices and traditional classrooms. In the case of a suspected case of incivility in the classroom, faculty members may use their discretion in managing their classroom and sanctioning the student, or they may immediately contact the Dean of Academic Life or the Vice President of Student Services. If an executive administrator is made aware of the situation, a meeting will be scheduled with the faculty member and the Dean of Academic Life or the Vice President of Student Services. After hearing the faculty member, a meeting will be held with the student or students involved. Periodically, additional individuals who witnessed the incident may be called to meet with the Dean of Academic Life or the Vice President of Student Services. At this point, a determination will be made as to whether there was a case of incivility. In the case where incivility has occurred, an appropriate disciplinary action will be reached and offered to the student as the result of an Administrative Disposition (for additional details on this process, please refer to Volume VI, Section 6.5.2.3 of the Flagler College Policy Manual). The student has the right to accept the results of the disposition or to have a hearing before the College Disciplinary Committee.

Student Evaluations

The evaluative process at Flagler College places emphasis on all aspects of the student’s academic performance. Class attendance, participation, reports, projects, and test grades are considered in determining final grades. Continuous evaluative efforts, facilitated by a favorable faculty-student ratio, serve to identify learning deficiencies before the end of the course, thus enabling instructors to provide individual assistance when needed. Comprehensive examinations may be given in major fields of concentration during the final semester of the senior year.

Final Examinations

A period for final examinations is scheduled from Monday through Thursday during the last week of the fall and spring semesters. The Registrar prepares the final examination schedule, which is then made available to faculty and students at the beginning of each semester. Faculty are required to adhere to the published schedule, and students must take the exams at the published times.

Assessment

Because of the commitment to provide quality educational experiences, Flagler College uses information from and about students to improve programs, services, and overall institutional effectiveness. The College obtains much of this information through the assessment of students’ skills, abilities, competencies, and satisfaction. From time-to-time, College faculty or staff may administer formal examinations, surveys, or other forms of assessment designed to assess institutional effectiveness. For example, each year the College asks special student groups to complete surveys related to particular topics. To ensure that adequate data are collected, students are asked to cooperate with these assessment procedures. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness.

Exit Assessment

The College requires that all graduating seniors, during their final semester, participate in assessment procedures as defined for their major. This assessment may be in the form of departmental, state, or national exams; surveys; senior papers; portfolios; final projects; or other types of assessment. Each academic department determines the particular form and time of these assessments. In cooperation with each department, the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness may administer some additional assessments. Satisfaction of exit assessment requirements is necessary for graduation.

Grading of Academic Work

Final grades are available to students, via MyFlagler, at the conclusion of each semester and at the end of summer term, and are recorded on the student’s permanent record.

The grading system is as follows:

For the purpose of computing a student’s grade point average, 4 quality points are given for each semester hour of A, 3.7 for each hour of A-, 3.3 for each hour of B+, 3 for each hour of B, 2.7 for each hour of B-, 2.3 for each hour of C+, 2 for each hour of C, 1.7 for each hour of C-, 1.3 for each hour of D+, and 1 for each hour of D. The grade of F, WF, or I is counted as zero. The grade point average is calculated by dividing the total hours attempted into the total quality points.

Incomplete Grade

A grade of “I” (Incomplete) is assigned by the instructor when a student is unable to complete a course due to extenuating circumstances, and when all requirements can be completed in a short time following the end of a semester. In the absence of justifiable cause, an incomplete grade will not be assigned.

In order to receive an incomplete grade, a student must initiate the process by completing a “Request for Incomplete Grade” contract. The contract form must be signed by the student, the instructor, and the Dean of Academic Life.

The student is responsible for making arrangements with the instructor to complete the requirements for the course and to remove the incomplete grade within eight weeks following the semester in which the incomplete grade was received. The eight-week period is the maximum time allowed, and the instructor should establish an earlier date, if possible. Students who fail to complete the course requirements within the prescribed period will automatically receive a grade of “F” for the course.

Incomplete grades are included in the calculation of a student’s grade point average as an “F” (zero quality points). Upon completion of the course requirements and the submission of a Change of Grade form by the professor, the incomplete grade will be removed and the final course grade will be used to compute the student’s grade point average.

Grade Correction

Any errors in grades, including omissions, must be reported by the student to the Office of the Registrar. A “Grade Correction” form may be obtained from the Registrar’s Office by the faculty member only, and must be completed and signed by the appropriate faculty member, the department chair, the Dean of Academic Life, and the Registrar. No corrections, additions, or changes will be made unless grade errors are reported to the Registrar with the first two weeks of the semester following the semester in which the course was taken. Failure to report a grade error within the time specified above will result in the original grade being filed on a permanent basis.

Appeal of Grade

As a general rule, faculty decisions regarding academic matters within their purview are not subject to appeal, unless the student can present evidence indicating mitigating circumstances of a substantial nature. In an effort to minimize such occasions, it is anticipated that members of the faculty will provide students with an adequate explanation of course requirements and grading standards. It is expected that attendance requirements and other standards pertaining to classroom deportment will be explicit. Additionally, grading procedures should be designed to keep students informed of their relative standing.

A student has the right to appeal a course grade, provided there is evidence that the grade is an inaccurate assessment of the student’s work or that it is inconsistent with stated grading criteria. The student should first consult with the instructor to clarify the grading method used and the rationale for the grade issued. If the matter cannot be resolved between the student and the instructor, then the student should consult with the appropriate department chair. The department chair, in turn, will consult with the instructor and then inform the student of his or her decision.

If a student wishes to appeal the department chair’s decision, then he or she must submit a formal written appeal to the Dean of the school in which the course was taken. Such an appeal must be submitted within two weeks following the start of classes for the next semester and should contain information pertinent to the appeal. That Dean may dismiss a grade appeal for lack of merit or may appoint a faculty committee to review the appeal and to consider all related evidence. If a committee is appointed, the committee’s recommendation will be forwarded to the Dean of the school in which the course was taken, who will act on the committee’s recommendation and will notify the student of her decision. The Dean’s decision may differ from the committee’s recommendation. A student wishing to appeal such a decision, may appeal to the Dean of Academic Life.  The Dean of Academic Life, at his or her discretion, may conduct a hearing without appointing a faculty committee. The decision of the Dean of Academic Life is final.

If an instructor is no longer employed by the College, the student grade documentation will be used in the event of a grade appeal. The grade documentation will be maintained in the Office of the Registrar for one year, then destroyed.

Appeal of Disciplinary Action

When a student wishes to appeal a disciplinary action (e.g., expulsion from class) taken by a faculty member, the student must first contact the faculty member and obtain a thorough explanation of the reason(s) for the faculty member’s action. If, in the student’s opinion, the reasons provided are inadequate or the action taken is too severe, the student should then contact the dean in the school in which the course is offered. In the event that the dean is also the faculty member involved, the student should then contact the Dean of Academic Life. The dean (or the Dean of Academic Life) may counsel with the faculty member and the student in an effort to resolve the matter. The dean, however, is not authorized to require that a student be reinstated in a class; rather, the dean should submit a written recommendation to the Dean of Academic Life.

If the issue is not resolved at the school level, the student may request a hearing with the Dean of Academic Life. A hearing will involve both the faculty member and the student. The Dean may conduct the hearing in an informal manner; however, the student should be advised of the date of the hearing and should have an adequate opportunity to present evidence or testimony in his or her behalf. The decision of the Dean of Academic Life may be appealed to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Grades of “D” or “F” in the Major or Minor

A student may earn no more than two grades of “D+” or below in the courses of a major, including ancillary courses, and only one grade of “D+” or below in the courses of a minor. An ancillary course is any course selected from among several course options that can be taken to fulfill the requirements for a major, but are not an offering within the department in which the major or minor falls. However, no grade of “D+” or below in any Education major required course is accepted; this includes ancillary courses that are required for the major, but not an Education Department offering.

Repeat Courses

Students may only repeat a course in which a grade of “D+,” “D,” “F,” or “WF” was earned in order to improve their grade point average. While a record of both courses will remain on the transcript, only the most recent grade assigned for the repeated course will be computed into the student’s cumulative grade point average. Students who repeat a course in which a grade of “F” was originally earned will receive credit hours for the repeat course, provided that a passing grade is earned. However, students who repeat a course in which a grade of “D+” or “D” was originally earned will not receive credit hours for the repeat course since credit hours have already been awarded. Students who earn a grade of “D+,” “D,” “F,” or “WF” in a course at Flagler College may not repeat that course at another institution for purposes of transferring the grade or the credit back to Flagler College. No Flagler College course may be attempted more than three times; withdrawals (“W,” “WF”) are counted as attempts.

A student receiving financial aid, student-athlete, or international student who considers repeating a course should contact the Office of Financial Aid to determine if he/she will earn sufficient hours for continued eligibility of that financial aid.

Dean’s List and President’s List

The Dean’s List and the President’s List are compiled in recognition of students achieving a certain standard of academic excellence and distributed by the Office of Academic Affairs. To qualify for the Dean’s List a student must complete at least 12 semester hours of letter-grade courses with a 3.4 grade point average and with no grade less than C- for the semester. Students who earn a 4.0 grade point average with at least 12 semester hours of graded credit are also named to the President’s List. 

Departmental Awards of Academic Achievement

Departmental Awards of Academic Achievement are presented to graduating seniors who have distinguished themselves through scholarly activity and academic achievement in their selected disciplines of study. Recipients of these departmental awards are selected by the faculty within the department. To receive consideration for one of these departmental awards, a student must meet the following criteria: (1) must be a graduating senior; (2) must have earned at Flagler College a minimum of 56 credit hours carrying letter grades, not Pass/ Fail; (3) must have maintained a grade point average of 3.4 or better in courses taken in the department; and (4) must have maintained a cumulative grade point of 3.2 or above.

Graduating With Honors

Three degrees of distinction are awarded to graduating seniors based on their cumulative grade point averages for all academic work attempted, including the semester’s work in which the baccalaureate degree requirements are completed. According to the level of academic achievement, the degree may be awarded cum laude (3.5-3.69), magna cum laude (3.7-3.89) or summa cum laude (3.9-4.0). To qualify for graduation with honors, a student must complete at least 56 credit hours of academic work at Flagler College that carry letter grades. Pass/fail options are not applicable. All courses for which no quality points are assigned are included in this pass/fail category, for example, internships, field experiences, and practicums. Only courses taken at Flagler are computed in determining honors. The grade point average will be rounded to the hundredth decimal place.

Academic Requirements for Continuation

Attendance at Flagler College is a privilege granted solely by the College. Enrollment for one semester or semesters in no way obligates or requires the College to extend or continue a student’s enrollment beyond the semester or semesters. At the conclusion of any semester or semesters, the College is at liberty to disallow a student to continue his or her enrollment. Moreover, the College reserves the right to withdraw, suspend, or dismiss at any time, a student whose conduct is adjudged as inconsistent with the traditions, rules, standards, and regulations of the College.

Students are required to maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better to remain in good academic standing. The following procedures are designed to ensure thorough consideration of a student’s progress and qualifications for continuation.

At the conclusion of each semester, the Dean of Academic Life reviews the academic records of students whose semester average or cumulative average falls below a 2.0, or who fail to complete at least 67% of their coursework. The Dean considers the student’s cumulative grade point average, semester grade point average, number of semesters enrolled at Flagler, current academic status, intended major, performance related to academic aptitude, and performance related to the guidelines for continuation. After careful review and in light of the Dean’s own professional judgment, the Dean determines whether a student receives an academic warning, is placed on probation, or is dismissed. Listed below are explanations of, and conditions for, the four types of action that can be taken by the Dean.

Academic Warning: An academic warning is issued to students whose semester grade point average is below 2.0 and/or whose good academic standing is in jeopardy. Academic warning is a precautionary admonition that is meant to draw attention to a student’s academic performance and to encourage renewed diligence in the pursuit of educational goals.

Academic Probation: A student whose cumulative grade point average is below 2.0, or whose academic performance is judged to be of poor quality, will be placed on academic probation. Probation covers a stated trial period during which it is determined whether the student is returned to good standing, remains on probation, or is dismissed at the end of the probationary period for failure to meet the academic standards. Students placed on academic probation are expected to demonstrate an improvement in their GPA toward satisfactory academic progress in the subsequent semester. Based upon a review of the student’s academic record, other conditions for continuation may also be stipulated. A student on probation is notified in writing of any continuation requirements that must be satisfied in the subsequent semester, and a copy of the notification is kept on file in the student’s permanent record. Failure to satisfy any of these conditions may result in a continuation review and academic dismissal.

The Office of Academic Affairs at its discretion and irrespective of grades, may declare probationary status for any student whose time or talents are not being used properly.

Academic Dismissal: Academic dismissal is the involuntary separation of the student from the College. Dismissal may or may not be a permanent separation, and it does not entail a definite time of eligibility to return. A student’s record is reviewed carefully before a decision for dismissal is made. A student is subject to academic dismissal if, in the professional judgment of the Dean of Academic Life, the student’s academic performance is consistently below the College’s standards or otherwise indicates the inability to maintain satisfactory academic progress.

Criteria used in a decision for suspension or dismissal include any of the following:

1. failure to maintain a minimal level of academic progress from semester to semester, as suggested in the following guidelines:

2. failure to meet the stipulated conditions for continuation as specified in the notification of being placed on academic probation;
3. failure to remove the probationary status after two consecutive semesters on probation; and
4. failure to make satisfactory academic progress by completing less than 67% of the total number of course hours attempted.

The guidelines for continuation listed in (1) above are regarded as minimal levels of progress. Students who fall below these levels are subject to automatic dismissal; however, students who are above these minimal requirements, but below the required 2.0 cumulative grade point average, are also subject to academic dismissal.

A decision for dismissal ultimately is made on the basis of a student’s total academic record and in light of appropriate expectations of academic progress. Students who are experiencing academic difficulties are strongly encouraged to seek assistance from their academic advisors, their course instructors, and the Office of Academic Affairs.

In the case of dismissal, a student may appeal the decision and request to be reinstated as a full-time student. All such appeals must be directed to the Vice President of Academic Affairs within a period of time specified in the letter of dismissal. This appeal may be granted if, in the judgment of the Vice President, such a decision will benefit both the student and the College.

Academic Dismissal During the Semester: Students who are dismissed during the semester for academic reasons will receive a grade of “W” or “WF” for the courses in which they were enrolled. The grades assigned by the instructors will be based upon the student’s performance in achieving the objectives of the courses at the time of separation from the College. Students who are suspended or dismissed during the semester, for disciplinary reasons, will be assigned a grade of “W” or “WF,” depending upon their status at the time of their suspension or dismissal.

Classification of Students

A student’s classification is determined by the number of credit hours earned as follows:

Summer Term

Summer term consists of session A, a seven week term, and session B, a six week online term. Courses offered for the summer term are contingent upon the number of students who register by the established deadline. Courses with an insufficient number of registered students may be canceled.

Students enrolling in the summer term may attempt up to ten (10) semester hours of credit per session. Registration for eleven (11) or more credits per session requires the approval of the Office of Academic Affairs.

Summer term registration is available through the Office of the Registrar.

Students who have paid for classes that are canceled will be notified by the Office of the Registrar. These students will be given an opportunity to select another course, or they may request a refund for the canceled class.

Payments for classes listed on the Final Class Schedule are non-refundable. Payments for classes which are canceled because of insufficient enrollments may be refunded or transferred to a scheduled class.

On-campus housing is available to students enrolled in summer term session A. Students who wish to reside on-campus must inform the Office of Student Services prior to the end of the spring semester. Students residing on campus during the summer term session A are provided a meal plan.

Visiting students, sometimes referred to as transient students, who wish to earn academic credit toward a degree from another institution must obtain approval from that institution before registering for courses at Flagler. In addition, visiting students must complete the Application for Admission, which is available at the Admissions Office in Hanke Hall.

Student activities are not available during the summer term. Because these services are not offered, tuition for the summer term is approximately 80% of the normal annual tuition when compared on a per-semester-hour basis.

Privacy of Student Records

The College makes every attempt to enforce the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974. This regulation, as it applies to institutions of higher learning, ensures that students have access to certain records that pertain to them. It prohibits others, except faculty members or administrators who have “a need to know” and parents who claim their student as a dependent for tax purposes, from access to the student’s records, unless the student signs a waiver. This waiver, the “Release of Student Information Request” form, may be obtained from the Office of the Registrar or found online here. The “Release of Student Information” must be signed and submitted by the student and remains in effect until the student rescinds it in writing.

In accordance with the FERPA, Flagler College affords students certain rights with respect to their student records. They are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student’s educational records within 45 days from the College receiving the request for access. A “Request to Review Student Education Record” form is available in and must be submitted to the Office of the Registrar.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s educational records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Students may ask the College to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the College official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the College decides not to amend the record as requested, the College will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personal identification information contained in the student’s educational records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including campus safety and security personnel and health services staff); a person with whom the College has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest, if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the College to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of that official is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-4605.

Directory information may be released by the College without the student’s written consent. Directory information may include student name, address, telephone number, date of birth, dates of attendance, majors and minors, degrees and awards received, the most recent previous educational institution attended, photographs, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, and the height and weight of athletes.

A student has the right to refuse permission to release any or all directory information without the student’s prior written consent. The student must request in writing that the directory information not be released. A “Request for Non-Disclosure of Information” form is available in the Office of the Registrar. The “Request for Non-Disclosure” must be signed and submitted by the student and remains in effect until the student rescinds it in writing.

Withdrawal from the College

A student who finds it necessary to withdraw (mid-semester or mid-term) from the College must complete an Official Withdrawal form. The withdrawal form requires review by the Office of Financial Aid, Office of Advising and Student Success, Office of Student Accounts, and the Office of the Registrar.  New first year student request forms will also be reviewed by the Senior Director of the Center for Advising and Core Experience (CACE).  International student forms will be reviewed by the Director of International Students.

A student who initiates a withdrawal during the semester will be assigned a grade of “W” for the courses in which they were enrolled. When a student leaves the College without following the proper procedures, his/her permanent record is marked as an “unofficial withdrawal.” Students who do not adhere to the prescribed procedures for withdrawing are subject to administrative withdrawal and the assignment of failing grades in all courses.

Administrative Withdrawal Policy

If a student has not attended any classes for a consecutive four-week period, a process of review for administrative withdrawal will begin.  A final notification email will be sent to the student about the pending withdrawal, giving them 48 hours to respond.  If it is determined on consultation with key offices (e.g., advising, residence life (if relevant), etc.) that there is no record of active engagement on-campus during the four-week period in question, the student will be administratively withdrawn from the College.

Administrative withdrawal may have a significant impact on financial and/or institutional aid, including aid distribution for the semester during which the student is withdrawn.  If the student has not attended since the beginning of the semester, their enrollment will be nullified.  Administrative withdrawal later in the semester is equivalent to dismissal from the College, and failing grades will be assigned for all courses.  In either case, the student may still incur charges for housing, dining, and other campus services.  Any student who is administratively withdrawn would need to go through an appeals process and reapply to attend Flagler in future semesters.  Note that cases of withdrawal for medical reasons may be handled differently.  Notify the Registrar if you need information about, or help with, seeking a medical withdrawal.

Commencement

Flagler College commencement ceremonies and all officially-related activities are considered to be an integral part of the academic program. Accordingly, faculty, students, and selected staff are expected to participate unless excused by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty or the Dean of Academic Life. Members of the graduating class may not be graduated from Flagler College if they fail to participate in the commencement ceremony or other officially-related activities, to include rehearsals, unless they are excused by the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty or the Dean of Academic Life. Such excuses may be granted retroactively in the event of emergencies. Requests for graduating in absentia must be submitted on or before the date prescribed for submission of applications for graduation.

Application for Graduation

Once a student has earned at least 60 credit hours, he or she is eligible to submit an Application for Graduation to the Office of the Registrar. The application includes information on requirements to graduate with honors, how to change an anticipated graduation date, and how to request to participate in a spring commencement ceremony as an early walker. Students must submit their applications no later than the semester prior to their intended graduation semester. 

Students may log on to the Office of the Registrar page on the My.Flagler.edu website to complete a graduation application. 

Administrative Requirements for Graduation

Prospective graduates must submit an Application for Graduation to the Office of the Registrar in orrder to:

• Establish the student’s anticipated degree date
• Provide how they would like their name to appear on their diploma and in the commencement program
• Provide additional information for commencement

All graduating seniors are required to participate in the commencement ceremony. Exceptions to this requirement must be approved in advance by the Office of Academic Affairs. If changes are needed to the information provided in the application, the Graduation Application Modification form can be completed. Questions can be directed to the Office of the Registrar (registrar@flagler.edu). 

Spring Commencement Ceremony and Eligibility for Early Participation 

Although degrees are conferred at the end of every term for eligible students, the commencement ceremony is held annually at the end of the Spring term.  The standard policy is that students participate in the Spring ceremony of their concluding term (if that is the Spring term) or the following Spring (if students complete their degrees in the Summer or Fall terms).

The purpose of the policy below is to set forth the conditions that must be satisfied by students who wish to participate in the spring commencement ceremony even though they have not yet met all the requirements for graduation – i.e., when they have coursework remaining in the Summer or Fall terms. 

Students who have not completed all the necessary requirements for graduation, but who wish to march in the spring commencement ceremony, must satisfy the following conditions:

1. The student must have completed at least 108 semester hours and must need no more than 12 semester hours to satisfy the graduation requirement.
2. The student must have a minimum 2.3 cumulative grade point average.
3. The student must attempt to complete all degree requirements by the end of the summer term or succeeding Fall term immediately following the spring commencement ceremony. The word attempt means the student has registered for the summer term.

A student who meets these conditions and who wishes to march during the spring commencement ceremony must submit his or her request in writing to the Dean of Academic Life no later than February 1st. The Dean of Academic Life will confer with the Registrar to confirm that the student meets each of the conditions, as stated above, and that the student has registered for the requisite number of hours in the summer or fall term. The Dean of Academic Life will decide whether to approve the student’s request, in consultation with the Registrar, and will notify the student of the decision.

Note: that early participation in the commencement ceremony in these cases does not mean early conferral of the degree itself; that process is completed at the end of the term in which a student completes their degree requirements in full.

Additional Major After Graduation

Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree from Flagler College may qualify for an additional major after graduation under the following circumstances:

1. Formal notification must be filed with the Office of the Registrar;
2. All requirements for readmission  and departmental requirements for the major must be fulfilled.
3. Students must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 2.00 or higher.
4. Students must contact the Office of Business Services regarding tuition rates for Flagler College graduates (see “Tuition and Fees ” section).

Transcript Request

1. Transcripts may be requested online at www.GetMyTranscript.com. Payments for online transcript requests will be accepted by credit card. Fees for transcripts requested online vary by delivery method.
2. Official Transcripts will not be issued until all holds are cleared with Office of Student Accounts and the Office of Financial Aid.
3. Transcript requests may take up to 10 business days to process.
4. Flagler College will forward the record of awarded academic course work completed at Flagler College. The College is not permitted by law to issue copies of documents from other institutions. Transcripts from other institutions must be ordered from original sources.