Catalog 2011 - 2012
> Site Map
Catalog 2011 - 2012
Catalog Search
Search Options
Entire Catalog
Programs
Courses
Search
http://ut.smartcatalogiq.com/
b408cc7f-690b-45a1-abb2-20dc67413980
https://searchproxy.smartcatalogiq.com/search
2e89d0fa-28b8-4d9f-981f-33bd448afd5e
other
Contents
The Mission
Accreditation
Academic Calendar
Undergraduate Admission
Costs and Financial Information
Financial Aid
Student Life and Services
Academic Policies and Procedures
The UT Academic Experience
Areas of Study
College of Arts and Letters
John H. Sykes College of Business
College of Natural and Health Sciences
College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education
The Certificate of International Studies
Leadership Studies
Military Science
Office of Graduate and Continuing Studies
Graduate and Continuing Studies
The Register
Appendix
Course Descriptions
Catalog Links
Catalog Home
Catalog Site Map
All Catalogs
Share
Print this page
The Mission
Accreditation
Academic Calendar
Undergraduate Admission
Admission Policy
New Freshmen and First-Year Students
Requirements for Admission to the University
How to Apply as a New Freshman or First-Year Student
Transfer Students
Requirements for Admission
How to Apply as a Transfer Student
Transfer Credit Acceptance Policy
How to Apply as an International Student
Nursing Students
Transient (Visiting) Students
Continuing Studies Students
Non Degree-Seeking Students
Auditing Classes
Elementary and Secondary School Teachers
Postbaccalaureate Degree Students
Veterans
Former Student Returning (Readmit)
General Information About Admission
Admission Appeals
Photo Policy
Costs and Financial Information
Payment of Accounts
Application Fees
Undergraduate Tuition and Fees (per semester)
Student Government Fee
Student Service Fee (UG Full Time)
Student Service Fee (UG Part Time and Graduate)
Tuition for Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion Program
Auditor Student Tuition (Undergraduate)
Graduate Tuition
International Medical Insurance
Deposits
Housing Deposit
Housing Damage Deposit
Room and Board Costs
Rooms
Board
Casual Meals and Other Meal Services
UT Dollars Card
Other Expenses
Miscellaneous Fees
Total Costs
The University of Tampa’s Tuition Payment Plan (TPP)
Dropping Courses, Withdrawals and Refunds
Fall and Spring Semesters
Withdrawal or dropping of courses within the first five days of the semester:
Withdrawal or dropping of courses within the next two weeks of the semester:
Intersession/May Term
Summer Sessions
Policy for Return of Federal Funds
Step 1:
Step 2:
Refunds
Withdrawal or dropping a course(s):
Federal financial aid:
International Check Policy
Delinquent Accounts
Financial Aid
How Financial Need Is Determined
The Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate Full Time
How to Apply
Outside Scholarships
Special Circumstances
How Students Are Notified
Types of Assistance Available for New Undergraduates (U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents)
Merit Scholarships and Non Need-Based Assistance for first-time freshmen
Presidential Scholarship
Dean’s Scholarship
Minaret Scholarship
Spartan Scholarship
Achievement Award
The President’s Leadership Fellows
International Baccalaureate (IB) Scholarship
Merit Scholarships and Non Need-Based Assistance for new Transfer Students (completed at least 17 college credits at time of application)
Transfer Scholarship
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
Other Scholarship Opportunities
ROTC Scholarships
Athletic Grant
Departmental Scholarship
Florida Resident Access Grant (FRAG)
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program
Florida Minority Teacher Scholarship
Need-Based Assistance for Undergraduates
University of Tampa Need-Based Grant (U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents)
Pell Grant
Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (SEOG)
Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)
Other State Grants
Loans for Undergraduates
Perkins Loan
Federal Subsidized Student Loan (Stafford)
Federal Unsubsidized Student Loan (Stafford)
Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
Other Types of Assistance for Undergraduates
Student Employment/Federal Work-Study
Florida Work Experience Program (FWEP)
Institutional Employment
State Prepaid College Program
UT Tuition Payment Plan (TPP)
Tuition Exchange Program
Medical Disability Benefits
Veterans Benefits
Undergraduate Part Time
How to Apply
Types of Assistance for Undergraduate Part Time Students
Pell Grant
Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program
Scholarships
Student Loans
Employee Tuition Benefits
Veterans Benefits
Graduate Students
How to Apply
Types of Assistance for Graduate Students
Student Loans
Employee Tuition Benefits
General Information for All Students
Privately Funded Outside Programs
Education Abroad Scholarships
Renewal of Awards
Excessive Awards
Disbursement of Financial Aid
Undergraduate Academic Eligibility for Financial Aid
Appeals
Leave of Absence Policy
Withdrawals
Return of Title IV (Federal) Funds Policy
Federal Drug Conviction Policy
Caveat
Student Life and Services
Life on Campus
Student Development
Spartan Code
Shared Responsibility
Student Participation in University Governance
Student Government
Student Productions
Spartan Leadership Connection
Civic Engagement/Community Service
Greek Life
Residence Life
Vaughn Center
Sykes Chapel and Center for Faith and Values
Arts and Culture
Musical Activities at the University
Dance at the University
The Henry B. Plant Museum
The Scarfone/Hartley Gallery
Theatre Productions
Writers at the University
Campus Organizations
Student Organizations
Reserve Officers Training Corps
University of Tampa Diplomats
Co-Curricular Transcripts
Athletics
University Services
Campus Recreation
International Student and Scholar Services
Education Abroad Advising
Office of Career Services
Institutional Testing Services
Disabilities
Dining Services
Campus Store
Lost and Found
Health and Safety
Health and Counseling Services
LASER Team
Campus Safety
Campus Security Report
Drug Free Schools and Community Act
Vehicles on Campus
Sustainability
Communication/Technology Services
Post Office
Telephone Service
SpartanWeb
Blackboard
Email
Faxes
Computer Labs
Internet Access
Technology Acceptable-Use Policy
Purpose
Scope
Policy/Guidelines
Authorized Access
Security and Malware Protection
Privacy
Excessive Usage
Copyright and Intellectual Property
Harassment
Spoofing/Fraud
Other Prohibited Activities
Reporting Suspected Acceptable Use Policy Violations
Enforcement/Consequences
Information Disclaimer
Recommended Computing Standards for UT Students
Computer Hardware
Optional Hardware Items
Recommended Computer Software
Academic Policies and Procedures
Frequency of Course Offerings
The Calendar
Credit Hours and Honor Points
Grading
Course Load/Credit-Hour Overload
Student Classification
Electing Courses Graded Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U)
Electing Courses on an Audit (No-Credit) Basis
Dropping and Adding Courses
Cancelled Classes
Repeating Courses/Forgiveness Policy
Academic Amnesty
Incomplete Work
Independent Study Courses
Class Attendance and Participation
Declaring/Changing Your Adviser or Major
Dean’s List
Final Grades
Regulations on Academic Warning and Dismissal
Undergraduate Retention Standards
Academic Warning
Academic Dismissal
Graduate Retention Standards
Academic Integrity Policy
Policy on Academic Appeals
Withdrawal from the University
Requirements for Graduating Seniors
Application for Degree
The Degree Audit Form
General Degree Requirements
31-Hour Residence Requirement
Commencement
Graduation Honors
Transfer Credit Evaluation
Resident Transfer Credit
International Student Transfer Credit Evaluation
Transient Credit from Other Institutions
Education Abroad Transfer Credit Policy
Nonresident Transfer Credit
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
CLEP Examinations
Correspondence Courses
Extension Courses
Credit Earned Through USAFI and DANTES
Military Service Credit
Service School Credit
Veterans
Military Personnel on Active Duty
The UT Academic Experience
Undergraduate Degree Requirements
Associate of Arts
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Liberal Studies
Graduate Degree Requirements
Second Bachelor’s Degree Requirements
Baccalaureate Experience
Summary of the Baccalaureate Experience Requirements
Detailed Explanation of Baccalaureate Experience Requirements
A. Two-Year Learning Community
B. Natural Science Component 6 credit hours
C. Humanities/Fine Arts Component 11 credit hours
D. Social Science Component 11 credit hours
E. Writing Intensive Component 9 credit hours
F. Art/Aesthetic Component 3 credit hours
G. Non-Western and International/Global Awareness Component 9 credit hours
First-Year Student Programs
Gateways — An Academic/Career/Personal Exploration Program
Pathways to Honors — An Exploration of Excellence/Leadership/Service
Program for Transfer Students
Gateways 103 — Academic Development and Success for Transfer Students
Program for Veteran Students
Gateways 104 — Academic Development and Leadership for Veterans
Office of International Programs
International Education
Education Abroad
UT Travel Courses
Semester/Year Abroad Programs
UT Language Abroad
International University Partnerships
International Internships
Community Service-Learning Abroad
Student Research Abroad
Honors Program Education Abroad
Oxford Semester
Honors Abroad UT Travel Courses
Experiential Education
Internships and Practicum
Undergraduate Faculty Mentored Research
Performance and Exhibitions
Academic Service-Learning
Honors Program
Admission to the Honors Program
Continuation in the Honors Program
Graduating with Honors Distinction
Types of Honors Courses
Honors Undergraduate Fellowships
Course Requirements for the Honors Program
Designation of Courses in Student Records
Academic Support Services
Academic Advising Office
Saunders Writing Center
Academic Center for Excellence
Areas of Study
Undergraduate Areas of Study
Bachelor of Liberal Studies
Graduate Areas of Study
College of Arts and Letters
Department of Art
New Media
New Media Production Major
Art
Art Major — BFA Degree Program
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Drawing
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Painting
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Printmaking
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Sculpture
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Ceramics
Requirements for a major in art with a concentration in art history:
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Art History
B.A. in Art with a Pre-Professional Concentration in Art Therapy
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Art with a Concentration in Art Therapy
Art Minor
Digital Arts and Graphic Design
Digital Arts and Graphic Design Major — BFA Degree Program
Four Year Degree Plan for Major in Digital Arts
Graphic Design Major — BFA Degree Program
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Graphic Design
Arts Administration and Leadership
Certificate in Arts Administration and Leadership
Department of Communication
Communication Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Communication
Communication Minor
Film and Media Arts Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Film and Media Arts
Film and Media Arts Minor
Advertising and Public Relations Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Advertising and Public Relations
Advertising Minor
New Media Production Degree Interdisciplinary Program
Four Year Degree Plan for Major in New Media Production
New Media Production Minor
Department of English and Writing
English Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in English
English Minor
Teacher Certification in English
TESOL Certificate
Journalism Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Journalism
Journalism Minor
Writing Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Writing
Writing Minor
Department of Languages and Linguistics
Languages and Linguistics
Spanish
Spanish Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Spanish
Spanish Minor
French
French Minor
Latin American Studies
Latin American Studies
Latin American Studies Minor
Certificate Programs
Department of Music
Music Opportunities for the Non-Music Major
Applied Music (Studio Lessons)
General Degree Requirements
Piano Proficiency Exam
Music Performance
Bachelor of Music Degree – Music Performance Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Music Performance
Music Education
Bachelor of Music Degree – Music Education Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Music Education (K–12)
Teacher Certification
Performing Arts
Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) Major
Music Minor
Department of Philosophy and Religion
Philosophy
Philosophy Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Philosophy
Philosophy Minor
Religion
Asian Studies
Asian Studies Minor
Department of Speech, Theatre and Dance
Performing Arts
Performing Arts (Musical Theatre) Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Performing Arts
Theatre
Theatre Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Theatre
Speech
Speech Minor
A Minor in Speech/Theatre
Dance
Dance/Theatre Minor
Applied Dance Minor
Women's Studies
Women’s Studies Minor
John H. Sykes College of Business
Business Major Requirements
COB — College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education Certificate Programs
European Studies Certificate Program
Master of Business Administration Programs, Master of Science in Accounting, Finance or Marketing
Business Administration Minor
Accounting
Accounting Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Accounting
Accounting Minor
Economics
Business Economics Major (B.S.)
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Economics (B.S.)
Economics Minor
Economics Major (B.A.)
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Economics (B.A.)
Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurship Minor
Finance
Finance Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Finance
Finance Minor
International Business
International Business Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Accounting
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Economics
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Entrepreneurship
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Finance
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Management
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Marketing
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International Business and Management Information Systems
Financial Services Operations and Systems
Financial Services Operations and Systems Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Financial Services Operations and Systems
Financial Services Operations Management Minor
Management Information Systems
Management Information Systems Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Management Information Systems
Management Information Systems Minor
New Media Production Major
Management
Management Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Management
Marketing
Marketing Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Marketing
Marketing Minor
College of Natural and Health Sciences
Department of Biology
Departmental Degree Requirements
Biology
Biology Major
Biology Minor
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology (B.S.)
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology (B.A.)
Biology Concentrations
Organismal and Evolutionary Biology Concentration
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology with a Concentration in Organismal Evolutionary Biology
Concentration in Molecular Biology
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology with a Concentration in Molecular Biology
Pre-Professional Concentration (including Pre-Medicine, Pre-Dentistry and Pre-Veterinary Science)
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology with a Concentration in Pre-Professional
Biology–Business Concentration
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biology (B.S.) with a Concentration in Business
Biology Education
Biology Education Majors
Marine Science
Marine Science–Biology Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Marine Science/Biology
Marine Biology Minor
Marine Science–Chemistry Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Marine Science–Chemistry
Gulf Coast Research Laboratory
Environmental Science
Environmental Science Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Environmental Science
Environmental Science Minor
Department of Chemistry, Biochemistry and Physics
Pre-Professional Concentration
Chemistry
Chemistry Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Chemistry (B.A.)
Chemistry BS
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Chemistry (B.S.)
B.S. - A.C.S. Certified in Chemistry
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Chemistry (B.S. — ACS Certified)
Chemistry Minor
Biochemistry
Biochemistry Major, B.A.
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biochemistry (B.A.)
Biochemistry, B.S.
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Biochemistry (B.S.)
Forensic Science
Forensic Science Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Forensic Science (B.S.)
Physics
Physics Minor
Bachelor of Science in Chemistry (Biochemistry)/MBA Joint Degree Program
Department of Health Sciences and Human Performance
Adult Fitness
Adult Fitness Program
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Adult Fitness
Athletic Training
Athletic Training Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Athletic Training
Allied Health
Allied Health Major
Allied Health Major with a Concentration in Physical Therapy Sciences
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Allied Health with a Concentration in Physical Therapy Sciences
Allied Health Major with a Concentration in Occupational Therapy Sciences
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Allied Health with a Concentration in Occupational Therapy Sciences
Allied Health Major with a Concentration in Medical Sciences
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Allied Health with a Concentration in Medical Sciences
Public Health
Public Health Major
Public Health Major with a Concentration in Wellness
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Public Health with a Concentration in Wellness
Public Health Major with a Concentration in Behavior Health
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Public Health with a Concentration in Behavior Health
Public Health Major with a Concentration in Public Policy and Social Change
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Public Health with a Concentration in Public Policy and Social Change
Physical Education
Physical Education K–12 Teaching
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Exercise Science and Sports Studies with a Concentration in Physical Education K–12
Exercise Science and Sport Studies Minor
Recreation Minor
Department of Nursing
Nursing Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Nursing
RN to BSN Program
Nursing Credit
Nursing Certificates
Legal Nurse Consulting
Leadership and Management in Health Care
Department of Sport Management
Sport Management Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Sport Management
Sport Management Minor
College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education
Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Criminology and Criminal Justice Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Criminology
Criminology and Criminal Justice Minor
Criminal Investigation Minor
Forensic Science
Forensic Science Major
Department of Education
Teaching Practica
Elementary Education
Elementary Education Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Education–Elementary/ESOL
Secondary Education
Secondary Education Major
Biology Education Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Education–Secondary Biology
Secondary English Education Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Education–Secondary English
Secondary Mathematics Education Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Education–Secondary Mathematics
Secondary Social Science Education Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Education–Secondary Social Studies
Music Education
Physical Education
Master of Education
Department of Government, History and Sociology
Government and World Affairs
Government and World Affairs Major
A. American Government Concentration
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Government and World Affairs with a Concentration in American Government
B. Law and Government Concentration
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Government and World Affairs with a Concentration in Law and Government
C. World Affairs Concentration
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Government and World Affairs with a Concentration in World Affairs
D. General: Government and World Affairs Concentration
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Government and World Affairs
Government and World Affairs Minor
Latin American Studies
Latin American Studies
Latin American Studies Minor
History
History Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in History
History Minor
Sociology
Sociology Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Sociology
Sociology Degree with a Concentration in Applied Sociology
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Sociology with a Concentration in Applied Sociology
Sociology Minor
International and Cultural Studies
International and Cultural Studies Major
Foreign Language
Education Abroad Experience
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in International and Cultural Studies
Asian Studies Minor
International Studies Minor
Secondary Social Science Education
Pre-Law
Law and Justice
Law and Justice Minor
Urban Studies
Urban Studies Minor
European Studies
Certificate Program in European Studies
Department of Mathematics
Mathematics Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Mathematics
Mathematics Minor
Associate Degree in Mathematics
Mathematical Programming
Mathematical Programming Major
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Mathematical Programming
Mathematical Programming Minor
Mathematics Education
Mathematics Education
Department of Psychology
Psychology Major
Requirements for a general or specialized emphasis for the B.A. or B.S. degree:
Natural sciences and mathematics requirements for a B.S. degree in Psychology:
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Psychology (B.A.)
Four-Year Degree Plan for Major in Psychology (B.S.)
Psychology Minor
The Certificate of International Studies
Certificate of International Studies for Undergraduates
Leadership Studies
Minor in Leadership Studies
Military Science
Department of Military Science and Leadership (Army ROTC)
Department of Aerospace Studies (AFROTC)
Aerospace Studies
Naval Science (Naval ROTC)
Naval Science
Office of Graduate and Continuing Studies
Graduate Study
Admission
Policies and Procedures
Student Responsibility
Residency
Graduate Retention Standards
Graduation Honors
Repeating Courses
Graduate Admission Appeals
Graduate Academic Appeals
Admission for Degree
Time Limit
Tuition and Graduate Fees
Recommended Computing Standards for UT Students
Financial Aid
Housing
Graduate Assistantships
Alumni Involvement
National Alumni Association Membership
Graduate and Continuing Studies
Graduate Study in the College of Arts and Letters (CAL)
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Graduate Study in the College of Business (COB)
Master of Business Administration
Professional Development Practicum
General MBA vs. MBA with Concentration
Finance Concentration
International Business Concentration
Marketing Concentration
Entrepreneurship Concentration
Information Systems Management Concentration
Innovation Management Concentration
Nonprofit Management Concentration
Executive MBA (EMBA)
Master of Science in Accounting
Master of Science in Finance
Master of Science in Marketing
Nonprofit Management Certificate
Graduate Study in the College of Natural and Health Sciences (CNHS)
Master of Science in Nursing
Graduate Study in the College of Social Science, Mathematics and Education (CSSME)
Master of Education
M.Ed. Curriculum
Continuing Studies
Bachelor of Liberal Studies
Specialized BLS (sBLS)
Humanities
Social Science
Community Wellness
Instructional Support
Public Information
Community Safety
Interdisciplinary BLS
Applied Arts
Communication Practices
Commercial Operations
Community Affairs
Safety and Security
Personal Fitness
Sustainability
Nursing Programs for Continuing Adult Learners
Summer Study
The Register
The University of Tampa Board of Trustees
Chair Emeriti
Trustees Emeriti
The Faculty
Professors Emeriti
Distinguished University Professor
Librarians
Librarian Emerita
Military Science
2011-12 Honors Undergraduate Research Fellows
Officers of Administration
President’s Office
Academic Affairs
Administration and Finance
Development and University Relations
Enrollment
Human Resources
Information Technology
Intercollegiate Athletics
Operations and Planning
The University of Tampa National Alumni Association
2011–12 Officer of the National Alumni Association
The University of Tampa Family Association
2011–12 Officers of the Family Association
Organizations Affiliated with the University
Henry B. Plant Museum
Appendix
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
About This Catalog
Policy/Compliance