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The School of Interdisciplinary Learning (SIDL) offers a B.A. inInterdisciplinary Studies. It is a flexible degree that allows students totailor their coursework toward individual career goals. Students mayconcentrate in a specific discipline area or complete a broad range ofcourses. The B.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies is available as a distancelearning program.
Contact Person(s):
School of Interdisciplinary LearningPhone: (800) 478-8478 ext. 4092 or
(708) 534-4092FAX: (708) 534-1645E-mail: [email protected]
WEBSITE: http://www.govst.edu/sidl
ADDRESS:Governors State UniversitySchool of Interdisciplinary Learning1 University ParkwayUniversity Park, IL 60466
required courses:
This flexible program does notrequire a major or specific courses.See the information under TOTALHOURS NEEDED for the specificdegree requirements.
Minors Available in DistanceFormat:• Business Administration• Psychology
TARGET AUDIENCE: Adult learners who wish to complete aB.A. degree with the option ofearning college credit for their lifeexperience. The typical InterdisciplinaryStudies student is seeking a promotion,career change, or is preparing forgraduate studies.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum of 60 transferrable semester
credit hours from one or moreregionally accredited colleges oruniversities.
• GPA of 2.0 (4.0 scale)• Conditional admittance for students
who have earned between 45 and 59semester hours, and who havesubstantial experiential learning.
COST: See: www.govst.edu/empoweryourself/tuition.aspx for current tuition andfees information.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:The application process is simple.Complete an online application athttp://mygsu.govst.edu/ics/admissionand pay the associated $25application fee. Please call us at (708)534-4092 to request an unofficialevaluation or to arrange a phoneinformation session with one of ouradvisors.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Trimester Schedule (3 semesters peryear)• Fall semester begins in September• Winter semester begins in January• Spring/Summer semester begins in May
DELIVERY MODE: • Online• Correspondence• Video• DVD
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: Textbooks may be purchased onlinethrough Follett GSU Bookstore atwww.govst.edu/bookstore or bycalling (877) 525-6578.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Students may transfer up to 96semester hours with a maximum of 80at the lower-division (freshman/sophomore credits).
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED: 120 credit hours are required forgraduation. These include:• 24 credit hours of courses from GSU• 37–41 credit hours of General
Education courses• Minimum 60 credit hours of lower-
division courses (freshman/sophomore)• Minimum 40 credit hours of upper-
division courses (junior/senior)• Technology course and a writing
intensive course.
FINANCIAL AID INFO: Financial aid is available to studentswho are enrolled for at least sixsemester hours. For information, callthe Financial Aid Office at (800) 478-8478 ext. 4480 or visit www.govst.edu/finaid.
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS:Benefits of the B.A. in InterdisciplinaryStudies:• Flexible course offerings• Design individualized study plans• Personal advising• Minors available• Earn credit for life experience
– Prior learning portfolio– Military experience– Proficiency testing– Corporate training/certification
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TARGET AUDIENCE:• Current or aspiring IS professionals• Those who wish to apply and
manage technology effectively• Working adults who have finished
their Associate’s degree (orequivalent coursework)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Students must have: 1. Completed at least 90 quarter
hours (60 sh) with at least a 2.0grade point average
2. At least 3 years of work experience3. Access to the Internet and a
computer running Windows
COST:2009-10 cost: $426 per quarter hour(includes books). Contact NLU forcurrent tuition rate which is locked inupon registration for continuousenrollment.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:NLU staff will hold registrationmeetings in Lake County.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:The program operates on a rollingstart calendar. Classes begin as soonas a cohort group is formed.Scheduling is adapted to meet thestudents’ needs.
DELIVERY MODE:A cohort model, with two choices:Blended – approximately 4 hours perweek of face-to-face coursework plusadditional online student work(including chat and discussion)—orfully online. The curriculum isidentical and the typical course is 6weeks in duration, regardless ofdelivery mode.
LOCATION(S) OF COURSES:The University Center facility inGrayslake (Blended mode).
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE:Textbooks and required software areincluded in the cost of tuition and aredelivered to the student.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:NLU has a 50 QH residencyrequirement for the BSMIS program.All of the courses in the BSMISprogram are designed to becompleted at NLU. It is possible thata student might be able to transferas many as 135 quarter hours (90semester hours) of transfer credit tothe NLU degree.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:180 quarter hours (120 semesterhours).
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Phone: (800) 443-5522 ext. 5350Fax: (847) 465-5894Email: [email protected]://www.nl.edu/StudentServices/finaid/
SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS:The majority of technology programsfocus mostly on hands-on skills (e.g.,programming). The BSMIS, incontrast, focuses on how toeffectively apply and managetechnology in organizations andcovers many of today’s mostsignificant business technologies,including security, data mining, andenterprise resource planning.
Contact Person(s):
Haley Roeder or any advisor in the UAAC
Undergraduate Academic AdvisingCenter (UAAC)Phone: (800) 443-5522 X 5900E-mail: [email protected]/advising
Or
Response Center(888) NLU-todayEmail: [email protected]
WEBSITE:http://www.nl.edu/undergrad/management_info_sys.cfm
Bachelor of Science inManagement Information Systems
Designed for those who want to lead and assist organizations in theplanning, development, and operations of management informationsystems. These systems are integral to the day-to-day operations and thestrategic development of most enterprises. The courses in the BSMISprogram focus on developing competent information systems professionalswho combine strong skills in technology, business, and management.
Required Courses:Term 1: Fundamentals and ConceptsMGT 403 Introduction to BSMIS 1 QHMGT 416 Information Systems
Concepts 4 QHMGT 417 Communication
Networks 4 QHMGT 413 Procuring, Managing, and
Leading High-Tech Workers 4 QHTerm 2: Current TechnologiesMGT 424 Developing and Managing
Web Sites 4 QHMGT 433 Developing and Managing
Databases 4 QHMGT 437 Data Mining and
Warehousing 4 QHTerm 3: Role in OrganizationsMGT 456 Securing Corporate
Information Assets 4 QHMGT 473 Strategic Uses of
Information Technology 4 QHMGT 469 Enterprise Resource
Planning 4 QHTerm 4: Planning and ImplementationMGT 462 Systems Development
Life Cycle 4 QHMGT 471 IT Project Management 4 QHMGT 485 Applied MIS Techniques 5 QHTOTAL HOURS 50 QH
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TARGET AUDIENCE:The Bachelor of Professional StudiesFast Track degree completionprogram is for adults 24 years of ageand older. Special options for thosewith AA, AS, or AAS degrees.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Students must be 24 years of age orolder and have a 2.0 GPA and acompleted application. An onlineapplication is available at http://www.roosevelt.edu/admission/apps.htm
COST: For up-to-date information, seehttp://www.roosevelt.edu/financialaid/tuition.htm
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Roosevelt University’s ETSUC offersstudents a single point of contact forstudent support services, includingacademic advising and registration,and referrals to financial aid andorientation to the online/blendedlearning format.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Fall, spring, and summer semesters
DELIVERY MODE: Fully online.
LOCATION(S) OF COURSES:University Center of Lake County atGrayslake and online
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE:Staff will facilitate purchase.
The Organizational Leadership major prepares students for leadershiproles in a global economy and an evolving workforce. Students gainleadership skills and a broad understanding of organizationaleffectiveness through a 6-course certificate embedded in the Bachelorof Professional Studies Fast Track degree. Students study with industryprofessionals in areas such as: Organizational Communication Decision-Making & Group DynamicsOrganizational Change Diversity in the WorkplaceSuccession Planning Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
Required Courses:
Required courses will vary based on eachstudent’s prior preparation, but generallyinclude:201 Proseminar in Critical Thinking Skills
or302 Methods of Critical ThinkingBGS 290 Technological & Quantitative
Literacy399 Senior Thesis*OLED 320 Organizational
Communications I*OLED 325 Organizational
Communications II*OLED 330 Foundations of OLED *OLED 335 Organizational Change OLED 350 Decision Making & Group
Dynamics*OLED 365 Diversity*OLED 380 Strategy, Vision & Planning
The following courses may also berequired:390 Seminar in Social Sciences391 Seminar in Natural Sciences392 Seminar in HumantiesOne additional OLED course
* certificate in Organizational Leadership
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Students who enter the program withAA or AS degrees take 12 courses (39sh); students who enter the programwith AAS degrees take 13 courses (51sh) plus any English compositionrequirements not met through theassociate’s degree program.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:The Bachelor of Professional StudiesFast Track degree in OrganizationalLeadership is time-shortened basedon adult learning theory and onrequirements completed rather thanon credits earned. The completeprogram includes at least 23 coursesand 81 semester hours.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Full-time students are awardedscholarships based on their gradepoint average.
The renewable RecognitionScholarship award of $1,000 to$8,000/year is available to new full orpart-time undergraduates with at least24 semester hours and a cumulativeGPA of at least 3.0.
For both awards, consideration isgiven to the essays submitted as partof the admission application.
Contact Person(s):
Michele Mika, Academic AdvisorPhone: (847) 619-8740E-mail: [email protected]
WEBSITE: http://www.roosevelt.edu/etsuc/default.htm
ADDRESS:Roosevelt University 360 N, Evelyn T. Stone University College1400 N. Roosevelt RoadSchaumburg, IL 60173
ONline
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In Economics ONLINE
Contact Person(s):
Barbara Cass, Online CoordinatorCollege of Business & Management
Phone: (800) 323-9243FAX: (217) 206-7543E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS UHB 4093, Springfield, IL 62703-5407
WEBSITE:www.uis.edu/cbam/online
The online Bachelor of Arts in Economics degree helps students build strongconceptual thinking and problem-solving skills by understanding and applyingeconomic theory to real world problems. Specific program objectives includethe development of 1) basic knowledge of micro- and macroeconomic theoryand their applications and quantitative methods of analysis, 2) skills in researchusing the theories and methods of economic analysis, and 3) skills for applyingeconomic theories and models. Through its curriculum and faculty resources,the department seeks to prepare its graduates with the requisite skills andknowledge to perform successfully in careers in private enterprise as well asgovernment or not-for-profit enterprises.
TARGET AUDIENCE:Students who have an AA or ASdegree (or at least 54 hours ofcompleted college credit towards abachelor’s degree) and want abachelor’s degree in economics.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Interested students should contactthe Online Program Coordinator orview the application process on ourwebsite at http://www.uis.edu/cbam/online/apply.html Admission will belimited based on enrollment capacity.Students who seek admission to theonline program should have:• Met all general education requirements
as stated in the UIS catalog.• Met all entrance requirements
stipulated for economics majorsincluding:– Introduction to Financial Accounting– Introduction to Managerial
Accounting– Introduction to Microeconomics– Introduction to Macroeconomics– Behavioral Science Course (e.g.
sociology or psychology)– Statistics– Calculus or Finite Math
• A GPA of 3.0 or better for previouscollege coursework;
• Demonstrated ability to write in Englishat the appropriate baccalaureate level;
• Access to the Internet, specifiedsoftware and experience with their use.
• Submitted application, application fee,transcripts and letter of intent asspecified on our website atwww.uis.edu/cbam/curriculum/online/apply.html
COST:For the most up-to-date informationabout the UIS e-tuition rate and fees,visit the website: www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can accessregistration 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek (except Sundays 6 a.m. – Noon)via www.uis.edu/registration
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Fall, spring and summer semesters
DELIVERY MODE:Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: Students can access UIS Follet’sBookstore at www.uis.bkstr.com orthey can procure texts via otheronline providers.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:UIS has a 30 hour residencerequirement. Contact the OnlineProgram Coordinator for specifics.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:60 credit hours in upper divisioncoursework plus transfer hours for atotal of 120 hours.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or visit thewebsite at www.uis.edu/financialaid.
Required CoursES:
The Economics online degree requirements areidentical to the requirements for the Economicson-campus degree. College Core: 21 HoursMIS 352 Principles of Management
Information Systems 3 Hrs.BUS 302 Principles of Financial
Management 3 Hrs.BUS 312 Principles of Marketing 3 Hrs.BUS 322 Principles of Operations
Management 3 Hrs.BUS 331 Business and Society 3 Hrs.MGT 310 Managing Organizational
Behavior 3 Hrs.MGT488 Strategic Management and
Leadership 3 Hrs.
Economics Core: 9 Hours ECO 301 Managerial Economics 3 Hrs.ECO 302 Macroeconomics in a Global
Economy 3 Hrs.ECO 314 Analytical Decision Making for
Business and Economics 3 Hrs.
UIS Requirements and Electives: 30 HrsUpper-division ECO courses 9 HrsGeneral Electives 8 HrsUIS Requirements (ECCEs) 13 Hrs.
Total 60 Hrs.
Advisors from the CBM online office will workwith you to develop an optimal degree plan.
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in English ONLINE
Contact Person(s):
Denise LongOnline Program CoordinatorPhone: (800) 323-9243E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS UHB3050, Springfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE:http://www.uis.edu/english
This program offers students a wide range of courses, a highly qualifiedfaculty, and class sizes that facilitate individual exchange and attention.Students may choose courses that can help them prepare for teachingcareers, for jobs as editors and writers, or for graduate work. Theprogram offers a wide range of traditional British, World, and Americanliterature courses, as well as a variety of writing courses.
TARGET AUDIENCE:Students who seek to participateactively in dynamic, diverse, andinteractive online learningcommunities, and complete theirdegrees in their own time and at theirown pace via the Internet.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Interested students should contactDenise Long for support throughadmission and registration processes.Students must have:• A minimum of 30 credit hours (60
hours preferred)• GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
from an accredited college oruniversity
• 6 semester hours of Englishcomposition
• Two literature courses• Access to the Internet and possess
required computer skills to studyonline
• Completed online application(www.uis.edu/admissions) and $50application fee
Early application is advised as only alimited number of students areadmitted each semester.
COST:See: http://www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/index.html.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can registervia: http://www.uis.edu/registration.
For information about application,admission, transcript evaluation,registration, and financial aidprocesses, students should check:http://www.uis.edu/registration.
For a complete and current list of UIScourses, see: http://www.uis.edu/home_news/courseSchedule.html.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:UIS is on a semester scheduling system.
DELIVERY MODE:Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: The UIS Follett’s Bookstore:http://www.uis.bkstr.com or otheronline provider.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Contact the Online ProgramCoordinator for specifics and seegeneral information about the UIStransfer process at: http://www.uis.edu/admissions/transfer/guides.html.Students with Associate of Arts andScience degrees from regionallyaccredited Illinois community collegesmeet the general educationrequirements at UIS.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:62 credit hours in upper divisioncourse work plus transfer hours for atotal of 121.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or visit thewebsite at http://www.uis.edu/financialaid
Required Courses:
ENG 301 Intro to the Discipline (4 sh)ENG 311 Intro to Literary
Criticism (4 sh)Course in British Literature (4 sh)Course in American Literature (4 sh)ENG course ending in 50-89 (4 sh)
(writing and other courses)ENG electives (16 sh)UIS Requirements (13 sh)General Electives (8 sh must
be outside English) (12 sh)
Total hours 61 sh
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The History Program encourages students to compare elements of theirown culture with those of other cultures from other time periods to gaina sense of what is unique in, as well as generally characteristic of,individuals, groups, and national cultures. By examining the linkbetween the past and the contemporary world, students can understandthemselves and the times in which they live. The History Program at theUniversity of Illinois at Springfield offers students a wide range ofcourses, a highly qualified faculty and class sizes that permit faculty togive students individual attention.
TARGET AUDIENCE:Students who seek to participateactively in dynamic, diverse, andinteractive online learningcommunities, and complete theirdegrees in their own time and at theirown pace via the Internet.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Interested students should contactAmanda Winters for support throughadmission and registration processes.Students must have:• A minimum of 30 credit hours• GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale
from an accredited college oruniversity
• 6 semester hours of Englishcomposition
• The following courses prior totransfer:HIS 201 World History or HIS 202European History (3 sh)HIS 203 U.S. History (3 sh)
• Access to the Internet and possessrequired computer skills to studyonline
• Completed online application(http://www.uis.edu/admissions)and $50 application fee
• A statement of intent described onthe website
Early application is advised as only alimited number of students areadmitted each semester.
COST:See: http://www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/index.html.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can registervia: http://www.uis.edu/registration.
For information about application,admission, transcript evaluation,registration, and financial aidprocesses, students should check thewebsite: http://www.uis.edu/registration.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:UIS is on a semester scheduling system.
DELIVERY MODE:Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: The UIS Follett’s Bookstore:http://www.uis.bkstr.com or otheronline provider.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Contact the Online ProgramCoordinator for the History Programfor specifics and see generalinformation about the UIS transferprocess at: http://www.uis.edu/admissions/transfer/guides.html.Students with Associate of Arts andScience degrees from regionallyaccredited Illinois community collegesmeet the general educationrequirements at UIS.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:61 credit hours in upper divisioncourse work plus transfer hours for atotal of 121.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or visithttp://www.uis.edu/financialaid.
Bachelor of ArtsONLINE in History
Contact Person(s):
Amanda WintersOnline Program CoordinatorPhone: (217) 206-6421E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS UHB3050, Springfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE:http://www.uis.edu/history
Required CoursES:
HIS 301 The Historian’s Craft (3 sh)HIS 303 Understanding
U.S. History (3 sh)HIS 401 Senior Seminar
(capstone) (3 sh)Two non-U.S. history courses (8 sh)Elective history courses (16 sh)Electives (16 sh)UIS requirements (13 sh)
Total hours 61 sh
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in Liberal Studies Online
The Liberal Studies program assists students to design individualizeddegree plans consistent with the principles of a liberal education. Theprogram structure emphasizes integrating key learning categories witha variety of instructional methods to form a variety of well-rounded andindividualized academic experiences. Through customized learningactivities, the liberal studies program assists students to deepen theirunderstandings of the values, meaning, concerns, choices, andcommitments that are basic to the quality of life.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Students who seek a bachelor’scompletion program with amultidisciplinary focus.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Interested students should contactAndy Egizi for support throughadmission and registration processes.Students must have:• A minimum of 30 credit hours• GPA of 2.00/4.00 from an
accredited college or university• 6 semester hours of English
composition• completed online application.
Students with Associate of Arts andScience degrees from regionallyaccredited Illinois community collegesmeet the general educationrequirements of UIS. Early applicationis advised as only a limited number ofstudents are admitted each semester.
COST:See: http://www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/index.html.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can registervia http://www.uis.edu/registration.
For information about admission,transcript evaluation, registration, andfinancial aid processes, studentsshould check: http://www.uis.edu/registration. For a complete andcurrent list of UIS courses, see:http://www.uis.edu/home_news/courseSchedule.html.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:UIS is on a semester schedulingsystem.
PRIORITY DATES FORAPPLICATION TO THE LISPROGRAM FOR THE:• Fall semester, July 15• Spring semester, November 15• Summer semester, April 15
DELIVERY MODE: Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE:Through the UIS Follett’s Bookstore:http://www.uis.bkstr.com or otheronline provider.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Students may transfer up to 72semester hours of lower division creditfrom an accredited Illinois communitycollege or other institution. Studentsmay transfer additional upper divisionhours as long as the 30 hour UISresidence requirement is met, with theapproval of their LIS program advisor.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:60 credit hours in upper divisioncourse work plus transfer hours for atotal of 120.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or see:http://www.uis.edu/financialaid.
Contact Person(s):
Andy EgiziOnline Program Coordinator, University of Illinois at SpringfieldPhone: (800) 323-9243E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS UH3000, Springfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE:http://www.uis.edu/liberalstudies
Required Courses:
The Liberal Studies program is a broadbased general education program thatallows each learner to customize aprogram in consultation with anacademic advisor. However, within thisbroad context, the student will take:1. 13 hours of University requirements2. 10 hours of liberal studies core
courses 3. 38 hours of elective courses across
the liberal arts
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ONLINE MathematicAL sCIENCES
Contact Person(s):
John Snyder,Online Program CoordinatorPhone: (800) 323-9243E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza Springfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE:http://www.uis.edu/math
TARGET AUDIENCE:Students who seek to participateactively in dynamic, diverse, andinteractive online learningcommunities, and complete theirdegrees in their own time and at theirown pace via the Internet.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:To apply to enter the onlineMathematics (MAT) Program, studentsmust have:A grade point average of 2.00 orhigher on a 4.00 scale from anaccredited college or university1. Completion of three semesters of
calculus 2. Ability to write computer programs
in a procedural language 3. Enrollment in MAT 330 Writing
SkillsCourses taken to satisfy matriculationrequirements are not counted as partof the 61 credit hours of upper-divisionwork needed for graduation. Studentsmay begin work toward a degreebefore matriculation into the program,but matriculation should be completedbefore the last 16 semester hours ofMAT courses needed for graduation.
COST:See: http://www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/index.html
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can registervia http://www.uis.edu/ registration.For information about application,admission, transcript evaluation,registration, and financial aid
processes, students should check thewebsite: http://www.uis.edu/registration.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Fall, spring and summer semesters.
DELIVERY MODE:Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: The UIS Follett’s Bookstore can beaccessed at: http://www.uis.bkstr.comor other online providers.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Contact the Online ProgramCoordinator for specifics and seegeneral information about the UIStransfer process at: http://www.uis.edu/admissions/transfer/index.html
ACCREDITATION: Higher Learning Commission of theNorth Central Association of Collegeand Schools
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:60 credit hours in upper divisioncourse work plus transfer hours for atotal of 120 hours.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or visit thewebsite at http://www.uis.edu/financialaid.
required CoursES:
Major Requirements:MAT 330 Writing Skills (0 credit hours)MAT 332 Linear Algebra 4 hoursMAT 415 Advanced Calculus 4 hoursMAT 431 Mathematical
Statistics I 4 hoursMAT 444 Operations Research
Methods 4 hoursOne of the following clusters: 4 hoursCluster A: MAT 403, Abstract Algebra,
MAT 404, GeometryCluster B: MAT 421, Statistical Methods,
MAT 432, MathematicalStatistics II
Math Electives 8 hoursUIS Requirements 13 hoursGeneral Electives 16 hours
Total Hours: 61 hours
Minor Requirements: The UIS Mathematical Sciences programoffers an online Mathematics minor tocomplement the University’s onlinemajors. It requires students to take 24semester hours, of which 12 hours mustbe upper division coursework taken atUIS.
The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematical Sciences is designed to preparestudents for careers using mathematics, operations research, and statisticsin the fields of teaching, research, industry, insurance, and management orfor graduate study in Mathematical Sciences or related areas. Thosewho plan to teach mathematics or work in engineering or the physicalsciences should choose mathematics courses as electives. Those whowish to apply mathematical methods to life sciences, social sciences, orbusiness fields should choose operations research or statistics courses.Any of these choices provide excellent preparation for graduate work infields that need quantitative skills.
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Contact Person(s):
Online Program CoordinatorUIS Philosophy ProgramPhone: (800) 323-9243E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University PlazaSpringfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE:http://www.uis.edu/philosophy
The Philosophy Program at UIS focuses in the areas of core analyticphilosophy (philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, and relatedareas) and values (ethics, aesthetics and political philosophy) whileproviding a sound background in the history of philosophy. The study ofphilosophy increases an awareness of personal values and the majorvalue conflicts in contemporary society, helps develop an understandingof the nature and limits of various forms of knowledge, and offersexperience in critical reflections on major problems of knowledge orvalue. An undergraduate student may complete a major or minor inphilosophy to acquire training in critical thinking and skill in analyzingvalues; both the major and minor concentration are offered on the UIScampus and online.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Students who seek to participate activelyin dynamic, diverse, and interactiveonline learning communities, andcomplete their degrees in their own timeand at their own pace via the Internet.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Students must have1. A grade point average of 3.00 or
higher on a 4.00 scale from anaccredited college or university. (Injustified circumstances, studentswith lower GPAs may apply.)
2. Taken two college-level classes ofphilosophy, at least one of them inthe area of critical thinking or logic(note that new philosophy majorswill be able to take suchprerequisites at UIS)
3. Submitted a brief paper (800 to1200 words) describing yourinterest in philosophy and goals foryour study
4. Submitted a brief statement ofpurpose (100 to 200 words)presenting reasons for selecting theUIS online philosophy major.
Recommended: Submission of one tothree reference letters from individualswho can attest to the ability forsuccessful academic study.
COST:See: http://www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/index.html
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can registervia http://www.uis.edu/registration.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Fall, spring and summer semesters.
DELIVERY MODE: Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE:The UIS Follett’s Bookstore can beaccessed at: http://www.uis.bkstr.comor other online providers.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Contact the Online ProgramCoordinator for specifics and seegeneral information about the UIStransfer process at:http://www.uis.edu/admissions.transfer/guides.html
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:61 credit hours in upper divisioncourse work plus transfer hours for atotal of 120 hours.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or or visit thewebsite at: http://www.uis.edu/financialaid.
Required Courses:MAJOR REQUREMENTS Course Title Credit HoursMatriculation Module (Orientation &
Assessment) 0Area 2 Requirements: 1 class in Ancient
and Medieval Philosophy & 1 class inthe History of Modern Philosophy 8
Area 3 Requirements: 2 courses inethics, aesthetics or politicalphilosophy 8
Area 1 Requirements: 2 courses inissues related to core philosophy 8
Philosophy Specialization Course 4Senior Seminar 4Philosophy Elective 4
GENERAL ELECTIVES (12 hours)Elective (Can include
Philosophy courses): 6Elective (Courses must be taken
outside Philosophy discipline): 6UIS Requirements 13
Total Hours 61
The UIS Philosophy program also offersan online Philosophy minor tocomplement the University’s onlinemajors. It requires students to take 16hours, of which eight hours must beupper division courses taken at UIS; threecourses must be from specific areas ofphilosophy.
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Administration ONLINE
TARGET AUDIENCE:Students who have an AA or AS (or atleast 54 hours of completed collegecredit towards a bachelor’s degree)and want a bachelor’s degree inBusiness Administration.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Interested students should contact theOnline Program Coordinator or viewthe application process on ourwebsite at www.uis.edu/cbam/online/apply.html
Admission will be limited based onenrollment capacity. Students who seekadmission to the program should have:• Met all general education requirements
as stated in the UIS catalog (www.uis. edu/UIScatalog/).
• Met all entrance requirementsstipulated for business administrationmajors including:– Introduction to Financial Accounting– Introduction to Managerial
Accounting– Introduction to Microeconomics– Introduction to Macroeconomics– behavioral science course (e.g.
sociology or psychology)– Statistics– Calculus or Finite Math
• A GPA of 3.0 or better for previouscollege coursework;
• Demonstrated ability to write in Englishat the appropriate baccalaureate level;
• Access to the Internet, specifiedsoftware and experience with their use.
• Submitted application, application fee,transcripts and letter of intent asspecified on our website
COST:For the most up-to-date informationabout the UIS e-tuition rate and fees,visit the website: www.uis.edu/registration/tuition
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted, students can accessregistration 24 hours a day, 7 days aweek (except Sundays 6 a.m. – Noon)via www.uis.edu/registration
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Fall, spring and summer semesters.
DELIVERY MODE:Entirely online via the Internet.—LakeCounty students who do not haveaccess to a computer should contactthe University Center for convenientcomputer access.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: Students can access UIS Follet’sBookstore at www.uis.bkstr.com orthey can procure texts via other onlineproviders.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:UIS has a 30 hour residencerequirement. UIS participates in theIllinois Articulation Initiative, astatewide agreement designed toallow students to transfer generaleducation credit between participatinginstitutions. Contact the OnlineProgram Coordinator for specifics.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:60 credit hours in upper divisioncoursework plus transfer hours for atotal of 120 hours.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or visit thewebsite at www.uis.edu/financialaid
The online Bachelor of Business Administration degree providesstudents with a broad course of study that will prepare them foremployment in private or public organizations of any size. Building oncore knowledge areas, the BBA degree program enables students topursue advanced coursework in their areas of interest as well as tobuild competencies in legal issues, critical thinking, analysis anddecision making.
Contact Person(s):
Barbara Cass, Online CoordinatorPhone: (800) 323-9243FAX: (217) 206-7543E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS UHB 4093Springfield, IL 62703-5407
WEBSITE: www.uis.edu/cbam/online
Required COURSES:
The BBA online degree requirements areidentical to the requirements for the BBA on-campus degree.
College Core: 21 HoursMIS 352 Principles of Management
Information Systems 3 Hrs.BUS 302 Principles of Financial
Management 3 Hrs.BUS 312 Principles of Marketing 3 Hrs.BUS 322 Principles of Operations
Management 3 Hrs.BUS 331 Business and Society 3 Hrs.MGT 310 Managing Organizational
Behavior 3 Hrs.MGT488 Strategic Management and
Leadership 3 Hrs.
Business Administration Core: 15 HoursBusiness Electives 6 Hrs.CBM Electives 9 Hrs.
UIS requirements & general electives: 24 Hours
UIS requirements (ECCEs) 13 Hrs. General electives 11 Hrs.
Total 60 Hours
Advisors from the CBM online office will workwith you to develop an optimal degree plan.
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TARGET AUDIENCE:Students who seek to participate actively indynamic, diverse, and interactive onlinelearning communities, and complete theirdegrees in their own time and at their ownpace via the Internet.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Interested students should contact BarbaraSelvaggio for support through admissionand registration processes.Students musthave:• A minimum of 30 credit hours• GPA of 2.00 or higher on a 4.00 point
scale from a regionally-accreditedcollege or university
• 3 sh of English composition• Two semesters of Java programming• One semester of discrete or finite
mathematics prior to application • One semester each of calculus and
statistics. • Completed online application and
application fee (http://www.uis.edu/admissions)
• Statement of purpose for pursuing thedegree (2 pages)
• A sample of JAVA code that thestudent has written for a prior course/project (http://csc.uis.edu/information/oadmissions.html).
Application Deadlines: Fall semester – March 15th Spring semester – September 15th
COST:See: http://www.uis.edu/registration/tuition/index.html.
REGISTRATION PROCEDURE:Once admitted to the Online B.S. inComputer Science Degree Program,students must contact the ComputerScience Department ([email protected]) forpermission to register.
Bachelor of Science in ONLINE Computer SCIENCE
Designed to provide graduates with a strong foundation in computerscience and related disciplines. The curriculum teaches students cutting-edge techniques and practices, yet ensures that they learn the requisitecore skills and theoretical foundations. Students choose to emphasizeeither Software Engineering or System Security & Information Assurance(SSIA).Graduates have been successful in earning advanced degreesand in pursuing careers in research and application-oriented positions inbusiness, industry, government, and education.
Contact Person(s):
Barbara SelvaggioOnline Program Coordinator Toll Free: (800) 323-9243 or Direct Line: (217) 206-6420E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS UH3000Springfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE: http://csc.uis.edu
For information about how to apply, pleasevisit (http://www.uis.edu/admissions). Forinformation about financial assistance,please visit (http://www.uis.edu/financialaid/).
For a complete and current list of UIScourses, visit the website:http://www.uis.edu/registration/courseSchedule/index.htm
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:UIS is on a semester scheduling system.
DELIVERY MODE:Entirely online via the Internet. LakeCounty students who do not have accessto a computer should contact theUniversity Center for convenient computeraccess.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE: The UIS Follett's Bookstore: http://www.uis.bkstr.com or other online provider.
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Contact the Online Program Coordinatorfor specifices and see general informationabout the UIS transfer process at:http://www.uis.edu/admissions/transfer/guides.html
Students with A.A. or A.S. degrees fromregionally accredited community collegesin Illinois meet the lower division generaleducation requirements at UIS. Earlyapplication is advised as only a limitednumber of students are admitted eachsemester
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:48 credit hours in upper division coursework plus transfer hours for a total of 120.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:Call (217) 206-6724 or visit the website athttp://www.uis.edu/financialaid
required Courses:
CSC 305 Entrance Assessment (0 sh)CSC 405 Exit Assessment (0 sh)CSC 376 Computer Organization (4 sh)CSC 385 Data Structures and
Algorithms (4 sh)CSC 387 Foundations of Computer
Science (4 sh)CSC 388 Programming Languages or CSC 368 Systems Programming
Languages (4 sh)CSC 389 Intro to Operating
Systems (4 sh)CSC 478 Software Engineering
Capstone or CSC 438 SSIA Capstone (4 sh)CSC electives (12 sh)General Electives (11 sh)Engaged Citizenship,
Common Experience (13 sh)
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TARGET:Anyone (undergraduates andgraduates)
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:For first year students, please visithttp://www.uis.edu for specific CapitalScholar’s Program information.
For all transfer students, admissionsrequirements for UIS are:1. 2.50 Overall GPA.2. 30 hours of college credit.3. English Composition I with a
minimum grade of C.All applicants must pass the IllinoisTest of Basic Skills. Math prerequisites:
MAT 115 Calculus IMAT 116 Calculus IIMAT 217 Calculus IIICSC 319 Computer ProgrammingMAT 330 Writing Skills (Test only)
There is a separate application to theTeacher Education Program as well asadmission requirements. Allrequirements can be satisfied withinyour first year at UIS.
COST: Please visit website for details.
HOW TO ENROLL:1. Apply online at http://www.uis.edu2. For candidates without a degree,
please apply as a Transfer Student3. For candidates with a degree,
please apply as a Non-DegreeSeeking Undergraduate
ACADEMIC CALENDAR:Semesters
DELIVERY MODE:Mathematics and Teacher Educationcourses are all online. TeacherEducation courses have an additionalon campus requirement. Candidatesmust travel to campus twice asemester when enrolled in TeacherEducation courses.
TEXTBOOK PURCHASE:Students may purchase books fromhttp://www.efollet.com .
TRANSFER HOURS POLICY:Candidates may transfer in somemathematics courses, pre-requisitescourses for teacher education, and upto three additional teacher educationcourses taken within the last 7 years.
TOTAL HOURS NEEDED:Varies by person. Individual attentionis given to each candidate towardsfulfilling certification and/or degreerequirements.
FINANCIAL AID INFO:UIS Financial Aid Officehttp://www.uis.edu/financialaid/
Contact Information:Office of Financial AssistanceUniversity Hall, Room 1042 One University Plaza, MS UHB 1042Springfield, IL 62703-5407 Inquiries: (217) 206-6724FAX: (217) 206-7376 E-mail: [email protected]
required CoursES:For a Bachelor’s in Mathematics and aMinor in Teacher Education(Those with a Bachelor’s and/or ateaching certificate, will not have to dothe entire coursework listed below.)
Math Core CoursesMAT 332 Linear AlgebraMAT 415 Advanced CalculusMAT 431 Math Stats IMAT 444 Operations ResearchMAT 403 Abstract AlgebraMAT 404 Abstract Geometry
Math ElectivesMAT 421 Stats MethodsMAT 401 History of Math
For Admissions to the TeacherEducation ProgramPass Basic Skills TestService Learning (30 hours)TEP 201 Intro to EducationTEP 223 Adolescent Dev for TeachersTEP 227 Educational Psychology for Teachers
Education Core CoursesTEP 305 Technology for TeachingTEP 307 History & Phil. of EducationTEP 224 Exceptional Child for TeachersTEP 314 Curriculum and InstructionTEP 401 Middle School Concepts & Pract.TEP 419 Content Area LiteracyTEP 436 Math. Methods Grades 6-12TEP Elective Choose With AdvisorTEP 449 Clinical Practice Grades 6-12TEP 451 Clinical Practice Complete UIS General Education Requirements
SECONDARY MATHEMATICS Online TEACHING Certificate
Three possibilities1. Certified teachers can earn an endorsement in mathematics2. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree can earn a secondary teaching
certificate in mathematics3. Candidates without a bachelor’s degree can earn a bachelor’s in
mathematics, a minor in teacher education, and a secondaryteaching certificate in mathematics
Contact Person(s):
Tyler T. Tanaka,Teacher Education Online
CoordinatorPhone: (217) 206-6118FAX: (217) 206-6775E-mail: [email protected]
ADDRESS:University of Illinois at SpringfieldOne University Plaza MS BRK 330,Springfield, IL 62703
WEBSITE:http://www.uis.edu/teachereducation