30 ACADEMIC INFORMATION

ACADEMIC INFORMATION

Things you need to know:

All academic requirements, policies, procedures, etc. are listed in the Undergraduate Bulletin. The Un-
dergraduate Bulletin is available online at www.uca.edu/ubulletin. Become familiar with the contents of
the Undergraduate Bulletin.

The Student Handbook is an all-inclusive guide for student rights and responsibilities. It contains the
academic calendar and information about academic policies, general rules and regulations, university
records, student appeals processes, etc. You will be held accountable for the information in the hand-
book. You must become familiar with this information. The Student Handbook is published each year and
is available at the beginning of the fall term at the Student Information Counter in the Student Center. It
is also available on line at www.uca.edu/divisions/student/handbook.

If you need to alter your class schedule after classes begin, you can do so by adding and/or dropping
classes. Deadlines apply to both processes. The deadline for adding classes is very brief. If you decide
to add a class, you must act quickly. See the Academic Calendar for add/drop deadlines. You can find
the Academic Calendar at www.uca.edu/schedule. To add or to drop a class, see your academic ad-
visor.

You will be given a class syllabus in each of your classes. The syllabus will outline all of the require-
ments for that course: attendance policy, special requirements, test dates, due dates for homework, ma-
jor papers, etc. Be sure that you receive your syllabus for each class.

Go to class! Instructors have the right to drop you from class for non-attendance. If you are dropped for
non-attendance, the instructor has the right to give you a “Withdraw Failing” (WF) grade. WF’s are
treated like F’s and are computed in your grade point as an F.

If you are in grade trouble or are having problems in a class or classes, see your academic advisor as
soon as possible.

The University of Central Arkansas has created an e-mail account for all students . University
officials will not recognize any other e-mail address. This account must be used for official UCA
correspondence. Once classes start, your academic e-mail account will be activated. Check your ac-
count frequently for vital information from the university.

UNIVERSITY RECORDS

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect
to their educational records. For the complete Act please refer to the website:
http://www.uca.edu/divisions/general/gencounsel/ferpa/.

Record Inspection-Students have the right to inspect and review their education records.

Challenge to Educational Record-In the event it is believed education records contain inaccurate or
misleading information, or are otherwise in violation of a student’s privacy, a request for amendment may
be made. Refer to the UCA Student Handbook & Daily Planner for complete information. The handbook
can be located on the web at http://www.uca.edu/divisions/student/handbook/.

RECORD DISCLOSURE

In general, the University does not disclose personally identifiable information contained in a student’s
education record unless the student provides written permission for disclosure.
ACADEMIC INFORMATION 31

DIRECTORY INFORMATION

The University may disclose, without consent, “directory’ information as defined in the student hand-
book. However, please note that doing so will prevent inclusion of a student on award lists such as
the Dean's and Presidential Scholar's Lists, unless a student contacts the Office of Undergraduate
Studies prior to the end of each semester to request inclusion for the following semester.

Students who do not wish the University to disclose “directory” information about them should notify
the Office of the Registrar in writing. Students may request the non-release of “directory” information
at anytime.

REGISTRATION CANCELLATION

In the event that you are unable to attend UCA after you have been enrolled in classes, the Registra-
tion Cancellation Form is required for you to notify the University that you will not be attending. The
form can be found on the last page of this book. Please note that this form has a deadline date by
which the University must receive notice of your registration cancellation.

STUDENT INFORMATION

The university does not mail grades. Rather, grade information is made available to students from a
secure site that can be accessed using the Internet. The Student Identification Number and PIN are
required to access grade information.

The university certifies a student’s status at the institution—full or part-time enrollment, academic
standing, advance registration for a future term, etc. The Office of the Registrar front counter in
McCastlain Hall is the contact point for this service and has forms students can complete to provide
the written request that is normally required. Certification of a student’s status is a free service. The
normal time to process a certification of student status request is four (4) working days.

STUDENT RIGHT TO KNOW INFORMATION

The federal government requires that certain information be provided to incoming current University
students, prospective students, parents, and current and prospective employees for the University.
This information which comes under the Student Right to Know Act can be found at a central location
on the UCA’s website. Individuals can go to the UCA website at www.uca.edu, click on “Current Stu-
dents,” scroll down to “Student Resources,” and then click on “Student Right to Know Act.” Students
can access the website information from their personal computer or from any computer lab on cam-
pus. Students can receive a paper copy of any information, or visit the Dean of Students Office lo-
cated in the Student Health Center. Information available on the UCA website under the “Student
Right to Know” includes:

Ÿ Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)

Ÿ Available Financial Assistance & Direct Loan Deferments for Performed Services
Ÿ General Institutional Information
Ÿ Graduation Rate Information
Ÿ Campus Security Report
Ÿ Athletic Program Participation Rates & Financial Support Data
32 ACT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
FOR 2009-2010 ENTERING FRESHMEN
2009-2010 ACT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
The University of Central Arkansas awards academic scholarships to entering freshmen based on high
school GPA, ACT/SAT scores, and other relevant factors.

UCA FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

$6,000 per semester
Eligibility requirements: National Merit/Achievement Finalist or Semifinalist and a 3.25 cumulative high
school GPA. Students are encouraged to apply to the Honors College where they may compete for addi-
tional scholarships.

TRUSTEE SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $5,250 per semester
Eligibility requirements: 31-36 ACT/1360-1600 recentered SAT and 3.25 cumulative high school GPA.

PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $4,500 per semester
Eligibility requirements: 29-30 ACT/1290-1350 recentered SAT and 3.25 cumulative high school GPA.

DEAN’S SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $3,000 per semester
Eligibility requirements: 27-28 ACT/1210-1280 recentered SAT and a 3.25 cumulative high school GPA
or class rank of valedictorian or salutatorian.

UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
Up to $1,500 per semester
Eligibility requirements: 25-26 ACT/1130-1200 recentered SAT and 3.25 cumulative high school GPA.

INFORMATION CONCERNING ALL

ACT SCHOLARSHIPS

*Students must complete 30 hours each academic year (fall and

spring) with a 3.25 GPA and remain enrolled on a full-time
basis.

*Fall semester GPA must be 2.5 or higher on at least 12 hours

for scholarship continuation into spring semester.

*All ACT scholarships are renewable for seven consecutive

semesters not to include summer semesters.

*ACT Scholarships will be awarded only to students not requir-

ing state-mandated remediation.

**To receive the full benefit of the ACT scholarship, students

must reside in university housing.

*Recipients are responsible for making on-campus housing

arrangements.
ACT ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION 33

UCA TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIP

Tuition and general registration fees up to 15 credit hours per semester**
-Awarded for four (4) consecutive semesters, not to include summer semesters

Eligibility Requirements: Completion of 60 transferable hours at an Arkansas two-year college with a

minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.25. For scholarship renewal, students must complete 30
hours each academic year (fall and spring) with a 3.25 GPA. Semester GPA must be 2.5 or higher on at
least 12 hours for scholarship continuation into the spring semester.

**Fees included in the scholarship are limited to those assessed to all general students.

PRIVATELY FUNDED SCHOLARSHIPS

Each year through endowed funds, the Foundation provides thousands of dollars in scholarships to UCA
students. Scholarships and awards are made possible by private gifts and vary considerably in dollar
value and criteria, reflecting the donors' gifts and interests. For more information, please contact the UCA
Foundation office in Buffalo Alumni Hall for more information.

Gathered on 02/04/2009 http://www.uca.edu/admissions/scholarship.htm

Question: HOW DO I KEEP MY SCHOLARSHIP?

Answer: Know how many quality points you need!

3.25 x____ number hours enrolled=_________quality points needed to keep your scholarship.

Example: 3.25 x 15 hours = 48.75 (49) quality points.

If you take 15 hours, you must earn at least 49 quality points to keep your scholarship. Below is a work-
sheet to help you calculate your quality points and GPA. More information can be found in the “Tips for
Success” section of this book.

Quality points worksheet

Course Grade x hours = Quality points

(ex.) WRTG 1310 __A___ __(4)__ x _3___= __12___

__________ ______ _______ x _____ = _______

__________ ______ ______ x _____ = _______

__________ ______ _______ x _____ = _______

__________ ______ _______ x _____ = _______

__________ ______ ______ x _____ = ______

GPA=TOTAL QUALITY POINTS
Total ______ _______ DIVIDED BY TOTAL HOURS
34 THE FACTS ON GETTING A DEGREE

THE FACTS ON GETTING A DEGREE

The first degree you will receive from UCA will be either an Associate or a Baccalaureate (your Bache-
lor’s degree). The University offers two Associate and six Baccalaureate degrees, all of which have their
own specific requirements along with the general education requirements. For a complete listing of all
degree requirements you can look on the web at www.uca.edu/entry/academic/acad_dept.htm and select
the major you’re interested in. It is your responsibility to know the requirements for your degree,
and we urge you to follow the Program Completion Plan (PCP) for your program. To assist you in
keeping up with what classes you need to take, check-sheets for each program are available at http://
www.uca.edu/model/.
MAJOR REQUIREMENTS
Most people think of college as four or more years
concentrating on one specific area called your major.
In reality you spend only about one in every three
classes in your major department. These courses are
very specific and you should consult your major de-
partment office, academic advisor, or the web site for
further information on what exactly needs to be taken
and in what order. There may also be prerequisites
for courses that are required for your major. These
are listed in the degree requirements for your major.
You can always check with your major department
office or your advisor for any updated information.

Regardless of major, all students must complete the

General Education Program. You will find information about general education on pages 15 through 23
of this book.

Some majors also require a minor. A minor is a second area of specialization requiring fewer courses
than a major. Minors usually require a minimum of six courses and there may be further requirements as
to which courses must be taken. It is best to acquire that information from the minor department’s office
or your advisor.

Special Degree requirements: All majors may have special degree requirements which are defined in
the Undergraduate Bulletin.

Your final requirement is elective courses. The number of elective courses required will vary by degree
plan. Again, become familiar with your degree requirements. There are some restrictions on courses and
the best way to know those restrictions is to refer to the Undergraduate Bulletin is to know where to find
them. A good rule to live by is, if in doubt, check with your academic advisor.

Need more information? Check with your advisor, department web site, or the UCA Undergraduate Bulle-
tin on the web at http://www.uca.edu/ubulletin/toc.html.

DID YOU KNOW?

UCA currently offers 164 undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs..
UCA PROGRAMS OF STUDY
UCA PROGRAMS OF STUDY
COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Accounting - minor, BBA, MAcc
Business - AAS
Business Administration - minor, BBA, MBA
Economics - minor, BS
Economics, International Trade Emphasis - BA,
BBA
Finance - BBA
Management Information Systems (four tracks)-
minor, BBA
--Program/Analyst
--Geographic Information Systems
--Telecomm/Networking
--Web Development/E-Commerce
Insurance and Risk Management - BBA
Insurance and Risk Management,
--Personal and Financial Planning Track - BBA
Management - minor, BBA
Marketing - minor, BBA
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning -
MSE
Business and Marketing Education - BSE
Childhood Education (P-4) - BSE
College Student Personnel Services and Admini-
stration - MS
Educational Leadership - EdS
Early Childhood Education - MSE
Master of Arts in Teaching - MAT
School Leadership, Management, and Administra- Family and Consumer Sciences Education - BSE
tion - MS
Library Media and Information Technology - MS
Middle Level Education (4-8) - BSE
--Language Arts/Social Studies
--Math/Science
Reading - MSE
Special Education - MSE
--Collaborative Instructional Specialist, Ages 0-8 Health Systems - MS
--Collaborative Instr. Specialist, Grades 4-12
COLLEGE OF FINE ARTS AND
COMMUNICATIONS
Art - minor, BA, BFA
--Art: Art Education
--Art: Art History
--Art: Studio Art-Painting
--Art: Studio Art-Printmaking
--Art: Studio Art-Photography
--Art: Studio Art-Sculpture
--Art: Studio Art-Ceramics
--Art: Studio Art-Graphic Design
Digital Filmmaking - BA, BS, MFA
35
Linguistics - minor
Mass Communication - minor, BA, BS
--Mass Communication: Broadcast Journalism
--Mass Communication: Online Journalism
--Mass Communication: Print Journalism
Music - minor, BA, BM, MM
--Music Education-Instrumental
--Music Education-Keyboard
--Music Education-Vocal
--Music-Composition
--Music-Instrumental
--Music-Keyboard
--Music-Vocal
Public Relations - BA, BS
Speech - minor, BA, BS
Theatre - minor, BA, BS
Writing - minor, BA
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND BEHAVIORAL
SCIENCES
Addiction Studies - certificate, BS, minor
--Treatment
--Prevention
Athletic Training - BS
Communication Sciences and Disorders – PhD
(consortium program with UALR and UAMS)
Community Counseling - MS
Counseling Psychology - MS
Dietetics - BS, MS
Family and Consumer Sciences - minor, BS, MS
Gerontology - minor
Health Education - minor, BS, MS
Health Sciences - BS
--Gerontology
--Health Services Administration
--Physical Therapy emphasis
--Occupational Therapy
Interior Design - BA, BS
Kinesiology - minor, BS, MS
Kinesiology & Physical Education - BSE
Medical Technology - BS
Military Science - minor
Nuclear Medicine Technology - BS
Nursing - BSN, MSN
Occupational Therapy - MS
Physical Therapy - MS, DPT, PhD
Psychology - minor, BA, BS
Radiography - BS
School Counseling - MS
School Psychology - MS, PhD
Speech-Language Pathology - BS, MS
36 UCA PROGRAMS OF STUDY/ DECLARING MAJORS

COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Secondary Science Education - BSE

Anthropology - minor --Physical Science/Earth Science
English - minor, BA, MA --Life Science/Earth Science
French - minor, BA
Geographic Information Science - minor, GC INTERDISCIPLINARY PROGRAMS
Geography - minor, BA, BS African/African-American Studies - minor, BA
German - minor Asian Studies - minor
History - minor, BA, BS, MA Environmental Science - BS
International Studies - minor, BA (three tracks) --Biology
--Regional Studies --Chemistry
--International Policies & Diplomacy --Planning and Administration
--International Political Economy & Development Gender Studies - minor
Philosophy - minor, BA, BS General Science - BS
Political Science - minor, BA, BS Latin American Studies - minor
Presidential Studies - minor Religious Studies - minor, BA
Public Administration - BS Southern and Arkansas Studies – minor
Social Studies, History Emphasis - BSE
Sociology - minor, BA, BS PRE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
--Criminology Pre-Cardio Respiratory Care
--Medical Pre-Dentistry
Spanish - minor, BA, MA Pre-Dental Hygiene
Pre-Engineering
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES AND Pre-Law
MATHEMATICS Pre-Medicine
Biology - minor, BS, MS --Biology
Chemistry - minor, BS --Chemistry
--ACS Certified Pre-Optometry
--Bio-chemistry Pre-Pharmacy
Computer Science - minor, BS, MS Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Mathematics - minor, BA, BS, BSE, MA,MS
--Applied Mathematics, BS UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Physics - minor, BS General Studies - AA
--Applied
--Biological HONORS AT UCA
--Chemical Honors Interdisciplinary Studies – minor
--Mathematical
Physical Science - minor

DECLARING YOUR MAJOR and/or MINOR

All undeclared students are advised in the Advising Center along with all incoming freshmen ex-
cept students who have declared a major in the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences. Up-
perclassmen with declared majors and all students who have a declared major in the College of
Health and Behavioral Sciences will have an assigned advisor in their department.
To find out who your academic advisor is log into URSA using your network ID and password.
Click on the Self-Service tab and then click on: Student and Financial Aid, Student Records, then
View Student Info.

If you do not have a major or if you wish to declare or change a major or minor, you will need to
complete an electronic major change form on the Academic Advising Center’s channel under the
“My UCA” tab in your URSA account.
LOCAL BANKING/ LAUNDRY SERVICES 37

LOCAL BANKING OPTIONS

ARVEST BANK
Customer Service (501) 379-7700 CENTENNIAL BANK
2850 College Ave., (501) 513-4510 Main Office: 620 Chestnut, (501) 328-4663
West Branch: 945 Salem, (501) 328-4620
BANK OF AMERICA Downtown Branch: 1208 Oak, (501) 328-4691
1-800-432-1000 North Branch: 2690 Donaghey, (501) 328-4664

BANK OF THE OZARKS METROPOLITAN NATIONAL BANK

803 Harkrider, 72032, (501) 932-3000
2885 Prince Street, 72033, (501) 932-3040
FIRST SECURITY BANK
Main Center 1001 Front St., (501) 450-9800
North Center 1390 Hwy 64 W., (501) 450-1810
West Center 801 Hogan Rd., (501) 450-1876
East Center 1110 E. Oak, (501) 450-1855
Prince St. Center: 2925 Prince St., (501) 450-1885
Univ. Center Dave Ward & Donaghey, (501) 450-
7337
Telephone Banking (24 Hour), (501) 450-1865
SIMMONS FIRST
600 Salem Rd., (501) 329-7070
414 Oak St. (501) 327-3390
804 Hogan Ln. (501) 932-0720
MetroLine 24 Hour TeleBanking, (501) 329-5656
NATIONAL BANK OF ARKANSAS
812 Oak Street, (501) 329-0333
REGIONS BANK
Main & Chestnut, (501) 450-4600
Industrial & Enterprise Ave., (501) 450-4739
West Branch Prince & Salem, (501) 450-4725
US BANK
24 Hour, 1- 800-872-2657
1122 Van Ronkle, (501) 327-7771
2620 Prince St., (501) 327-5105

LAUNDRY SERVICES
Every Residence Hall on campus has laundry facilities available.

CLASSIC LAUNDRY & DRY CLEANERS

2150 Harkrider, Nutters Chapel Plaza,
(501)450-7275 (501) 450-7187

505 Industrial Blvd. 2385 Prince, (501)327-3866 (501) 327-7830

FUN WASH
1065 Clayton, (501) 329-9274

HAMMETT’S DRIVE-IN CLEANERS

1104 Front St., (501) 329-5295

LAUNDRY CITY
1430 Old Morrilton Hwy, (501) 932-7624
MODEL CLEANERS
163 Farris Rd (501) 327-0555
1805 E. Oak, (501)327-2627
717 Parkway Ave., (501)329-3221

WESTGATE COIN LAUNDRY

155 Farris Rd, (501) 450-0012
38 SUGGESTIONS FOR WHAT TO BRING

SUGGESTIONS FOR WHAT TO BRING

GENERAL
o Umbrella
o Laundry bag/basket FOR AROUND THE ROOM
(Check with your roommate; you may FOR THE BATHROOM
o Power strips (max of two, 10 only need one of some of these between
the two/three of you!)
o Soap
outlets each)
o Comforter/blanket o Shampoo/conditioner
o Extension cords o Toothbrush & toothpaste
(three-prong & o DVD player
grounded!) o Sheets (size: twin) o Deodorant
o An ethernet cord o TV o Shaving supplies
o A coaxial television cable o Pillows & pillowcases o Brush/comb
o A can opener o CDs o Hair dryer
o Cleaning supplies o Alarm clock – a loud one! o Contact lens supplies/
o Air freshener spare pair of glasses
o Walkman/IPOD/MP3 player/ o Shower bucket – got to get it
o Trash cans/trash bags Stereo
from your room to the
o A small sewing kit o Answering machine/cell shower easily!
phone
o Flashlight o Towels
o Removable hooks for the wall o Full length mirror (back of the o First aid supplies
door)
o Under the bed containers o Decorations: posters, plants,
o Laundry detergent knick knacks, memory
albums
o Lamp THINGS TO LEAVE AT HOME
o Fan
FOR THE CLOSET Ó Candles
o Casual, comfy clothing
FOR YOUR DESK Ó Animals
o Socks
o Address book
o Underwear Ó Toaster
o Computer
(if you are planning on o Shoes
having one) o Bathrobe Ó Potpourri burner
o Dictionary/thesaurus o Pajamas
o Calendar or planner Ó Microwaves
o Shower shoes
(you will get one here!)
o Book bag/back pack
(flip flops are perfect)
Ó No nails or screws
o Hangers
o Sewing kit o Some dressy clothes
o Calculator (just in case!)
o Stapler and staples o Fall & winter coats
o Gloves, hat & scarf