Policies

Advanced Standing (33 credits) Graduates from CSWE accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) Program Official transcript(s) indicating that the applicant has earned a baccalaureate degree from a CSWE accredited college or university. Official transcripts from all institutions are required. Students who are completing the baccalaureate degree must forward an official copy of the final transcript for full acceptance to the program. Statistics- 3 credits A cumulative grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for the BSW baccalaureate degree is required. A grade of “C” or better in both practice and fieldwork courses Two letters of recommendation from former professors, employers, or supervisors familiar with the applicant’s professional experiences, or from religious or community leaders. A letter of recommendation from the BSW program chair that will include information on final fieldwork evaluation. Professional Résumé A one-page personal statement that summarizes their personal value system and goals as related to the profession of social work. Additional evidence of potential for success as a graduate student such as academic or professional awards, special certifications, samples of scholarly or creative work, and completion of specialized examinations (not required, but encouraged). A personal interview with the program director might be requested as part of the application process. An applicant whose undergraduate grade point average is below the required 3.0 may be considered for admission contingent on providing an additional statement related to their potential for academic success including recent work experience.

Grades and their effects on SAP Standards: Letter Grade Letter Description Attempted Credits Earned Credits Grade Point Average Maximum Time Frame A 94-100 Y Y Y Y A- 90-93 Y Y Y Y B+ 87-89 Y Y Y Y B 83-86 Y Y Y Y B- 80-82 Y Y Y Y C+ 77-79 Y Y Y Y C 73-76 Y Y Y Y C- 70-72 Y Y Y Y D+ 67-69 Y Y Y Y D 63-66 Y Y Y Y D- 60-62 Y Y Y Y F Below 60 Y Y Y Y T Transfer Credit Y Y N Y P Passing Grade Y Y N Y I* Incomplete Y N N Y AU Audit N N N N *Students have four weeks from the final exam period if a semester course or three weeks from the final exam period if a MOD course to make up any approved assignments.

The MACC program allows up to 12 transfer credits. Applicants to the program who wish to receive transfer credit will need to submit course descriptions, syllabi, and transcripts for review. The personal statement is evaluated based on the following key topics: demonstrable progress in your academic and/or professional career and clearly articulated goals and objectives that summarize the value of the program of graduate study.

Nor will transfer credits from graduate or postgraduate programs be accepted. No transfer credit is accepted.

Transfer students and/or post-baccalaureate students: will be admitted into the preprofessional phase (transfer students) of the Master of Science in Athletic Training Degree Program upon successful acceptance at Alvernia University at an appropriate place to be determined in consultation with the transfer credit assessment (generated by the Office of the Registrar) and the Program Director.

Transfer of Credit Students who have been accepted into any Alvernia University Master’s program may transfer a maximum of two graduate courses (six graduate credits). Transfer courses must be from an accredited university or college and the student must have earned a minimum grade of ‘B’ to receive transfer credit. Transferred credits do not count towards the cumulative grade point average at Alvernia University. After all the required information has been forwarded, transfer credits are reviewed and approved by the relevant Program Coordinator. Students who have completed doctoral study in other programs may transfer a maximum of 18 credits into the Alvernia University Doctor of Philosophy program.

Transfer of Credit policies apply. Transfer courses can only be applied to the elective course requirements. Official transcripts should be submitted to the Ph.D. Program Director. Course descriptions and/or syllabi may be required.