Directed Study

Directed study is not to be confused with independent study. When a student undertakes directed study, the student enrolls for a course listed in the current catalog and by prior arrangement with the instructor, pursues the work independent of the classroom situation.

The student in assuming responsibility for the initiation of directed study should understand that permission is limited. Request will be granted only in those few instances when no other viable alternative is available.

The procedure for directed study is as follows:

1. The student consults with and receives approval of the department chairperson;
2. If the department chairperson approves the student's request, he or she notifies the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs;
3. If the Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs concurs, the department chairperson notifies the specific faculty member;
4. A faculty member would be asked to direct the study and meet with the student. The student should understand that studying independently does not mean tutorial help will be provided but rather that more work and responsibility will be expected;
5. Regular tuition does cover the cost of directed study. The student will be responsible for paying other costs associated with the course such as textbooks,expendable supplies, etc.