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Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 316 or HISP 313 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 316 or HISP 313 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1 or HISP 273

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 313 or HISP 316 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 313 or HISP 316 or HISP 273 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 316 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Prerequisites: HISP 212 or HISP 211 or HISP 212ZZ or HISP 230 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Prerequisites: HISP Proficiency with a score of 1 or HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 313 or HISP 316

Students new to a language will begin with the 111 course in that language.Transfer equivalents at the 211 level include college courses with comparable outcomes, typically third semester courses; passing score of 4 or 5 on an AP language test depending on the language; achieving Bilingual Gold Seal or Bilingual Platinum Seal through the Minnesota Bilingual Seals Program (although this would satisfy the proficiency requirement, the Seals Program cannot be used for college credits).

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 316 or HISP 313 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1 Attributes: Human Experience (HE), Thematic Encounter3 - Justice HISP 342 Latin America: Autonomy, Nation and Identity (4 Credits) This course examines the emergence and development of regional and national literary traditions in the Spanish-speaking Americas following Independence from Spain.

Prerequisites: HISP 312 or HISP 312Z or HISP 316 or HISP 313 or HISP Proficiency with a score of 1

Any business pertaining to institutional policies and procedures is considered to be non- confidential and may not be discussed in executive session; any business which reviews, evaluates, or proposes action pertaining to a particular faculty member, student, group of individual faculty members, or group of individual students is considered confidential and must be discussed in executive session. 5.3.10.2 Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities of the Graduate Theological Studies Committee are to: review educational aims, objectives, and programs of the School of Theology·Seminary, propose changes to the School of Theology faculty and submit those changes to the provost; develop academic priorities in light of the educational aims and objectives of the School of Theology·Seminary; review and establish guidelines and procedures for granting academic credit for courses and submit them to the provost; review and act on proposals for new courses in the School of Theology curriculum; review and recommend to the School of Theology faculty all proposed changes in degree requirements; review and make recommendations on policies regarding student academic standards, admissions, attrition, retention, academic probation, and dismissal; formulate policies regarding grade changes and waivers; hear appeals on charges of student plagiarism, academic probation, and dismissal; review policies and procedures and make recommendations concerning student academic advising; review policies and procedures and make recommendations concerning library services; review and evaluate policies and procedures for transcript evaluation, credit by examination, and credit for experiential learning; recommend means of improving the study atmosphere and learning environment of the School of Theology·Seminary; review forms and procedures of student evaluation of courses and recommend changes to the School of Theology faculty; act as a faculty advisory committee to the dean of the School of Theology; communicate with the appropriate faculty committees as deemed necessary; and initiate whatever action is necessary to fulfill its duties and responsibilities. A majority of those voting in an electronic ballot is required to reverse or alter a Joint Faculty Senate decision. All voting members of the Joint Faculty Assembly (see Section 5.1.1) are eligible for election to the Joint Faculty Senate. Full-time administrators with faculty status may not vote in Joint Faculty Senate elections and are not eligible for election to the Joint Faculty Senate during their terms as administrators. 5.4.3.7 Vacancies A vacancy on the Joint Faculty Senate for no more than one year will be filled by appointment by the Senate Executive Committee or election from the appropriate constituency within 60 calendar days of the vacancy, at the discretion of the Senate Executive Committee.

Transcript Evaluation for Transfer Credits Transcripts that are submitted for consideration of transfer credits will be evaluated by the Graduate Program Chair. The Graduate Program Chair holds the authority and full discretion to approve up to six credits (or the equivalent) to be applied toward the graduate program. Courses under these topics are NOT eligible for transfer credit approval. Discussion ensues between the Graduate Program Chair and student about which courses meet the criteria and will be applied for transfer of credit. Transfer credits then appear in the action column of the transcript. Transfer credits will not be calculated into the student’s GPA.

Transcript Evaluation for Transfer Credits Transcripts that are submitted for consideration of transfer credits will be evaluated by the Graduate Program Chair. Courses under these topics are NOT eligible for transfer credit approval. Discussion ensues between the Graduate Program Chair and student about which courses meet the criteria and will be applied for transfer of credit. Transfer credits then appear in the action column of the transcript. Transfer credits will not be calculated into the student’s GPA.

Consult “Studies at other colleges” or the Admission Office for additional transfer credit policies.

Credits Earned Elsewhere Credit for published examinations applies to the following test series, provided the specified minimum performance levels are met: Credit by Examination Students may demonstrate that through previous experience or study on their own they possess the knowledge, skills and competencies normally obtained by attending a certain class.

Course Exemptions/Substitutions/Reduced Credit/Advanced Standing If students have previous coursework that is not transferable, they may request an exemption from a degree requirement or reduced credit for the degree. In terms of course substitutions, an elective course may be substituted in lieu of a required course. In consultation with their advisor, students may apply to the Associate Dean to request advanced standing—that is, a reduction of the total number of credits necessary for their degree—based on prior coursework or significant pastoral experience. Students cannot request more than 9 credits of advanced standing for the M.Div. degree, more than 6 credits of advanced standing for the M.T.S., or more than 3 credits of advanced standing for the M.A.M., M.A.T., or M.A. in Liturgical Music. Advanced standing will not be considered for the Th.M. degree. Requests from students seeking an exemption from (or a substitution of) any stated requirement must be documented and submitted in writing to the Associate Dean. Please work with the Director of Student Services for the steps in the process.

Course Exemptions/Substitutions/Reduced Credit/Advanced Standing If students have previous coursework that is not transferable, they may request an exemption from a degree requirement or reduced credit for the degree. In terms of course substitutions, an elective course may be substituted in lieu of a required course. In consultation with their advisor, students may apply to the Associate Dean to request advanced standing-that is, a reduction of the total number of credits necessary for their degree-based on prior coursework or significant pastoral experience. Students cannot request more than 9 credits of advanced standing for the M.Div. degree, more than 6 credits of advanced standing for the M.T.S., or more than 3 credits of advanced standing for the M.A.M., M.A.T., or M.A. in Liturgical Music. Advanced standing will not be considered for the Th.M. degree. Requests from students seeking an exemption from (or a substitution of) any stated requirement must be documented and submitted in writing to the Associate Dean. Please work with the Director of Student Services for the steps in the process.

Credit by Examination Students may demonstrate that through previous experience or study on their own they possess the knowledge, skills and competencies normally obtained by attending a certain class. This demonstration may allow students to be exempted without credit from a course so that they may enroll in a higher-level course. When appropriate, they may receive credit for the course. Students may consult with the chair of the department in which the course is offered to determine whether an appropriate examination may be arranged. CONTACT US VISIT US Follow us: TikTok Facebook Instagram X/Twitter LinkedIn 37 South College Avenue St. Joseph, Minnesota 56374 320-363-5011 P.O. Box 2000, 2850 Abbey Plaza Collegeville, Minnesota 56321 320-363-2011

Credit by Examination Students may demonstrate that through previous experience or study on their own they possess the knowledge, skills and competencies normally obtained by attending a certain class. This demonstration may allow students to be exempted without credit from a course so that they may enroll in a higher-level course. When appropriate, they may receive credit for the course. Students may consult with the chair of the department in which the course is offered to determine whether an appropriate examination may be arranged.

Consult “Studies at other colleges” or the Admission Office for additional transfer credit policies.

Consult “Studies at other colleges” or the Admission Office for additional transfer credit policies.

Credit hours are granted for various types of instruction as follows: Individual Learning Project (ILP) Independent Studies require a minimum of 40 hours of coursework for each credit awarded, yet have no set meeting dates/times. For additional information, visit Registering for Internship Credit . Credits Earned Elsewhere Credit for published examinations applies to the following test series, provided the specified minimum performance levels are met: Advanced Placement (AP) International Baccalaureate Program (IB) College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) Credit by Examination Students may demonstrate that through previous experience or study on their own they possess the knowledge, skills and competencies normally obtained by attending a certain class. Grades, however, are necessary for advisory purposes, for determination of the quality of academic achievements and for transfer of credit to other institutions. Also, coursework transferred from other colleges is not counted in determining the GPA.

COURSE NUMBERING SYSTEM Course Numbering System Course Numbers Descriptions 100-299 Lower-division undergraduate courses 300-399 Upper-division undergraduate courses 400-499 Masters degree courses 500-599 Doctoral program courses and graduate seminars X71 Entries containing these two digits after the first represent individual learning CREDITS EARNED AT OTHER COLLEGES Please see policy found in the Academic Catalog - Academic Policies - Credits Earned Elsewhere For additional information, visit Transfer Credits | Office of Student Records and Registration (csbsju.edu) CREDIT OVERLOAD APPROVAL & FEES A student is considered full-time if enrolled in 12 to 18 credits during the fall or spring semesters.

Transcript Evaluation for Transfer Credits Transcripts that are submitted for consideration of transfer credits will be evaluated by the Graduate Program Chair. The Graduate Program Chair holds the authority and full discretion to approve up to six credits (or the equivalent) to be applied toward the graduate program. Eligible courses must meet the following criteria: Graduate level course designation (400 or higher). Completed at an accredited post-secondary institution. Posted final grade of B or higher. Courses posted as pass/fail or audited are NOT eligible. Content of the course does NOT fulfill the program requirement for pathophysiology, pharmacology, advanced pharmacology, health assessment, or any clinical hours. Courses under these topics are NOT eligible for transfer credit approval.

Discussion ensues between the Graduate Program Chair and student about which courses meet the criteria and will be applied for transfer of credit. Transfer credits then appear in the action column of the transcript. Transfer credits will not be calculated into the student’s GPA.

Transfer Credit Evaluation Policies The evaluation of transfer credits is completed by the Registrar’s Office and is based on a student’s official transcript(s). Transferable courses are defined as courses that are similar to a course offered at CSB/SJU, in which a grade of “C” or better was received in an undergraduate course. The Registrar’s Office evaluates coursework for credit and applicability towards CSB/SJU’s Integrations Curriculum requirements. Academic departments are responsible for evaluating the applicability of coursework toward a student’s major or minor. Note: A minimum of three semester credits is required to complete a CSB/SJU integrations curriculum requirement.

Transfer Credit Evaluation Policies The evaluation of transfer credits is completed by the Registrar’s Office and is based on a student’s official transcript(s). Transferable courses are defined as courses that are similar to a course offered at CSB/ SJU, in which a grade of “C” or better was received in an undergraduate course. The Registrar’s Office evaluates coursework for credit and applicability towards CSB/SJU’s Integrations Curriculum requirements. Academic departments are responsible for evaluating the applicability of coursework toward a student’s major or minor. Note: A minimum of three semester credits is required to complete a CSB/SJU integrations curriculum requirement. Transferring coursework to CSB and SJU. Guidelines for students with credits from 2-year or 4-year institutions wh have NOT completed an Associates of Arts (AA) Degree at a Minnesota institution, nor the 2-year MN Transfer Curriculum (MNTC). Way of Thinking - Natural World Chemistry, Biology, Nutrition, Physics, or Environmental Science. Course must have lab component. Way of Thinking - Social World Economics, Pease Studies,

Transfer Credit Evaluation Policies The evaluation of transfer credits is completed by the Registrar’s Office and is based on a student’s official transcript(s). Transferable courses are defined as courses that are similar to a course offered at CSB/SJU, in which a grade of “C” or better was received in an undergraduate course. The Registrar’s Office evaluates coursework for credit and applicability towards CSB/SJU’s Integrations Curriculum requirements. Academic departments are responsible for evaluating the applicability of coursework toward a student’s major or minor. Note: A minimum of three semester credits is required to complete a CSB/SJU integrations curriculum requirement.

Transfer Credit Policy At least 48 of the 124 credits required for a degree must be residential credits earned from the College of Saint Benedict or Saint John's University. Residential credits include credits earned at CSB and SJU or one of its sponsored or approved study abroad programs. At least half of the credits required for the major, excluding supporting courses, must be earned from Saint Benedict's or Saint John's University.

Transfer Credit Policy At least 48 of the 124 credits required for a degree must be residential credits earned from the College of Saint Benedict or Saint John's University. Residential credits include credits earned at CSB and SJU or one of its sponsored or approved study abroad programs. At least half of the credits required for the major, excluding supporting courses, must be earned from Saint Benedict's or Saint John's University.

Students transferring from other colleges are considered for admission on the combined basis of both high school and college achievement. Consult “Studies at other colleges” or the Admission Office for additional transfer credit policies.

Students transferring from other colleges are considered for admission on the combined basis of both high school and college achievement. Consult “Studies at other colleges” or the Admission Office for additional transfer credit policies.

Students transferring from other colleges are considered for admission on the combined basis of both high school and college achievement. Consult “Studies at other colleges” or the Admission Office for additional transfer credit policies.

The maximum number of such credits that may be transferred is 25% of each degree: 2ColumnTextTable Column1 Column2 M.DIV. Requests for transfer of credits should be submitted in writing to the Dean.

The maximum number of such credits that may be transferred is 25% of each degree: 2ColumnTextTable Column1 Column2 M.DIV. Requests for transfer of credits should be submitted in writing to the Dean.