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COMPUTER SCIENCE: no equivalent; 3 hours elective ECONOMICS: SL: scores of 6 or 7 – ECON 101T and ECON 102 HL: 5, 6, or 7 – ECON 101T and ECON 102.

ENGLISH: Language &; Literature: Score of 5 – ENG 102; Score of 6 or 7 – ENG 102 and ENG 111 Literature: Score of 5 – ENG 102; Score of 6 or 7 – ENG 102 and ENG 111

TUITION PER SEMESTER HOUR Regular course work — $402 per semester hour Internships — $201 per semester hour ORIENTATION FEE — $50 EXTENDED TIME FEE — $50 per semester hour PRIOR LEARNING PORTFOLIO EVALUATION — $402 per portfolio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) RE-ACTIVATION FEE — $50 GRADUATION FEE — $100 ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWAL FEE — $75 (in addition to any tuition that is due) TECHNOLOGY FEE — $10 per semester hour (not to exceed $50 per semester and $100 per academic year) 16

Grades The grading symbols used by the college are as follows: A excellent B very good C competent D minimum passing F failing NC no credit P pass EC credit by examination I incomplete (temporary) NR no grade reported (temporary) ET extended time (temporary-ADP only) AU audit (satisfactory) W withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there are no grades of A+ or D-): A 4.0 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3.0 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2.0 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1.0 Grade point average is determined by dividing total grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempted for a regular grade. The original grade cannot be replaced by an NC. Repeat work can be done at MBC or at another institution, subject to the guide- lines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBC faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently sim- Academic Policies ilar to the MBC course being repeated.

Academic Minimum Maximum Period Normal Allowable Allowable Load (s.h.) Load (s.h.) Load (s.h.) Fall Semester 15 12 17 Spring Semester 15 12 17 May Term 3 3 4 Full-Year Total 33 27 38 Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accred- iting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 66 semester hours of transfer credit Academic Policies (99 for ADP students) can be counted toward the grad- uation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the dean or associate dean of the college. Credit earned at other institutions in programs spon- sored or cosponsored by MBC is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Withdrawals and Leaves of Absence Voluntary Withdrawal RCW students who withdraw from the college must reapply through the Office of Admissions.

Requirements for the Certificate in Leadership Studies 21 semester hours (of which up to nine semester hours may be trans- ferred to the college or be credited by prior learning portfolio in ADP) INT 230 INT 330 INT 287/387 (interdisciplinary or department specific) PHIL 235 One of the following: COMM 100, COMM 210, ENG 251, REL 223 One of the following: ART 221, BUAD 250, ECON/WS 280, POLS 209, WS 245 One of the following: BUAD 200, BUAD 202, INT 140, POLS 111, POLS 260 69 , Undergraduate Offerings

Transfer Credit The Graduate Teacher Education (GTE) program may ac- cept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following con- ditions are met: • The MLitt/MFA director determines on the basis of cat- alog and course materials submitted by the student that 1 the course content is equivalent to an MBC course. The program neither accepts nor offers credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of- class learning through prior learning credit, correspondence courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. (Certain courses are ex- empt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin College must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than fifteen granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an ac- credited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as special students.

5. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has 35 comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Course Numbering The following conventions apply to MBU’s course numbering system: 100-level — introductory, generally no prerequisites 200-level — intermediate, may have prerequisites 300-level — major courses, generally have prerequisites 400-level — senior projects 500-level and above — graduate courses Course Numerical Suffixes These two-digit suffixes have specialized meaning beyond the course level: 77 colloquium offered on a one-time basis 41 80 teaching assistantship 87 internship 90 directed inquiry 97 CLEP credit 98 portfolio credit in MBU Online only 99 experimental course in MBU Online only Grades The grading symbols used for undergraduate programs are as follows: A Excellent B Very good C Competent D Minimum passing F Failing NC No credit P Pass CR Credit by examination I Incomplete NR No grade reported (temporary) AU Audit (satisfactory) W Withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there is no grade of A+): A 4 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1 D- 0.7 Grade point average is determined by dividing total grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempted for a regular grade. Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education.

considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Appeal for Grade Changes Requests for grade changes will not be considered if initiated by students later than the first week of classes in the calendar term following distribution of the official grade which is being contested. Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBU course being repeated.

• In the event of a contested grade, the student will follow the University's undergraduate policy in the section noted above; however, the hearing committee will consist of the following from the SOE: ◦ the associate dean, the director of academic and student services, the student’s advisor, and two faculty members Prior Learning Portfolios for PBTL students Students in the PBTL program may submit a Prior Learning Portfolio (PLP) for requirements for ED 112.

• Please refer to the PA Transfer Credit Policy in the MSPA portion of the Catalog.

(Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin University must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in course 73 as special students.

84 Transfer Credits for Graduate Programs For Graduate Programs A graduate program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: • The associate dean or program director determines based on catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. Additional Notes: • No transfer credit is accepted toward the BCaBA and BCBA credentials in the ABA programs.

Most of the remaining 90 hours can be met with transfer credits or prior learning credits. Students have the opportunity to earn credits upon validation of prior learning credit through the development of a professional portfolio. The total number of transfer and prior learning credits applied to the 120 total credit hour graduation requirement cannot exceed 90 credit hours.

5. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements. Only courses with grades of “C-” or higher will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately.

Transfer Credit Mary Baldwin University will review official transcripts from previous institutions. Transfer credit for previous education will be applied to the student’s Mary Baldwin program of education as appropriate. The transfer credit will shorten the duration of the student’s program and the student will be notified of the transfer credit approved. The VA will be notified of the transfer credit as appropriate. Mary Baldwin maintains a written record of the previous education the student received, and the transfer credit approved. The 25 student’s academic record will reflect the transfer credit and the cumulative result of each enrollment period and each course undertaken and the final result for that course.

90 directed inquiry 97 CLEP credit 98 portfolio credit in MBU Online only 99 experimental course in MBU Online only Grades The grading symbols used by the university are as follows: A Excellent B Very good C Competent D Minimum passing F Failing NC No credit P Pass CR Credit by examination I Incomplete NR No grade reported (temporary) ET Extended time (temporary -MBU Online only) AU Audit (satisfactory) W Withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there is grade of A+): A 4 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1 D- 0.7 Grade point average is determined by dividing tot grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempted for a regular grade. Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently al similar to the MBU course being repeated.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Time GPA Amnesty GPA policy for students returning to MBU after at least five years.

Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficientl similar to the MBU course being repeated.

(Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) 69 Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin University must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as special students.

Transfer Credit The undergraduate programs follow University policy regarding transfer of credits. Graduate programs in health sciences may allow up to six (6) graduate-level transfer credits with prior program director approval. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program. Acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of the program director. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the following conditions must be met: The credit was earned at an MBU approved, regionally accredited institution. • Please refer to the PA Transfer Credit Policy in the MSPA portion of the Catalog.

Transfer Credits A graduate program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: 2023-2024 Academic Catalog

Additional Notes: • No transfer credit is accepted toward the BCaBA and BCBA credentials in the ABA programs.

Transfer Credit The undergraduate programs follow University policy regarding transfer of credits. Graduate programs in health sciences may allow up to six (6) graduate-level transfer credits with prior program director approval. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program. Acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of the program director. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the following conditions must be met: The credit was earned at an MBU approved, regionally accredited institution.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. 31 No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Time GPA Amnesty GPA policy for students returning to MBU after at least five years.

Dual Enrollment MBU accepts Dual Enrollment under the same guidelines outlined for transfer credit in the Academic Procedures section of this catalog. Transfer credit may awarded for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. Students are required to send an official transcript directly to MBU from the institution at which they earned dual enrollment.

(Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin University must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in course as special students.

Transfer Credit The undergraduate programs follow University policy regarding transfer of credits. Graduate programs in health sciences may allow up to six (6) graduate-level transfer credits with prior program director approval. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program. Acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of the program director. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the following conditions must be met: The credit was earned at an MBU approved, regionally accredited institution. 68 • Please refer to the PA Transfer Credit Policy in the MSPA portion of the Catalog.

73 Transfer Credits A graduate program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: • The Dean or Program Director determines based on catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. Additional Notes: • No transfer credit is accepted toward the BCaBA and BCBA credentials in the ABA programs.

Most of the remaining 90 hours can be met with transfer credits or prior learning credits. Students may apply for prior learning credits using a portfolio application process. The total number of transfer and prior learning credits applied to the 120 total credit hour graduation requirement cannot exceed 90 credit hours.

*Fees applicable to RN to BSN Program Tuition Per Semester Hour Amount Regular Course Work $460 Internships (only classes numbered 287 or 387) $230 Special Costs Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation $460 Administrative Withdrawal Fee $105 Technology/Credentialing Fee * $87.50/semester Graduate Courses: Prior to admission to an MBU graduate program, students may only take two graduate courses (six semester hours).

Transfer Credit Mary Baldwin University will review official transcripts from previous institutions. Transfer credit for previous education will be applied to the student’s Mary Baldwin program of education as appropriate. The transfer credit will shorten the duration of the student’s program and the student will be notified of the transfer credit approved. The VA will be notified of the transfer credit as appropriate. Mary Baldwin maintains a written record of the previous education the student received, and the transfer credit approved. The 32 student’s academic record will reflect the transfer credit and the cumulative result of each enrollment period and each course undertaken and the final result for that course.

C Competent D Minimum passing F Failing NC No credit P Pass CR Credit by examination I Incomplete NR No grade reported (temporary) AU Audit (satisfactory) W Withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there is no grade of A+): A 4 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1 D- 0.7 Grade point average is determined by dividing total grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempted for a regular grade. Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Appeal for Grade Changes Requests for grade changes will not be considered if initiated by students later than the first week of classes in the calendar term following distribution of the official grade which is being contested. Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently 2025-2026 Academic Catalog

5. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the 59 GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

prerequisites 400-level — senior projects 500-level and above — graduate courses Course Numerical Suffixes These two-digit suffixes have specialized meani beyond the course level: 77 colloquium offered on a one-time basis 80 teaching assistantship 87 internship 90 directed inquiry 97 CLEP credit 98 portfolio credit in MBU Online only 99 experimental course in MBU Online only Grades The grading symbols used by the university are follows: A Excellent B Competent C Minimum passing D Insufficient F Failing NC No credit P Pass CR Credit by examination I Incomplete NR No grade reported (temporary) AU Audit (satisfactory) W Withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there i grade of A+): MDCHS does not use + or -. A 4 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1 D- 0.7 66 Grade point average is determined by dividing total grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempted for a regular grade. Repeat work can be done at MBU or at s no another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBU course being repeated.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a 2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: • The S&P director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBU course. Students pursuing this route must present a Post-Baccalaureate portfolio for award of 15–18 semester hours of prior learning credit, which should provide a detailed account of previous experience and its relation to analogous courses in the S&P graduate catalog. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, the candidate will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in course as special students.

Transfer Credit The PA program will consider requests for up to 6 (or equivalent) semester hours of transfer credit into the curriculum.

Competency on the subject material will be assessed in accordance with the course requirements prior to acceptance of transfer credit. If the request for transfer of credits is from another PA educational program, it must be from another accredited program in which the student is in good standing, and with the specific recommendation of the program director, dean or other appropriate official.

6. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 90 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. GPA Amnesty GPA policy for students returning to MBU after at least five years. A Mary Baldwin University undergraduate who has left college without completing a bachelor’s degree and is accepted into MBCW, University College, or MBU Online has the option to treat their former Mary Baldwin work as transfer credit.

Further, prior MBU coursework converted to transfer credit under this policy will be treated like any other transfer credit and cannot be counted toward the fulfillment of the minimum MBU hours required for graduation.

The articulation agreement guarantees admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin — for the MBU Online Programs, Mary Baldwin College for Women and University College.

Transfer Credit Up to two graduate equivalent courses taken at other institutions may be considered for transfer credit, if taken within 3 years of admission, and if a grade of B or better is earned. Please see Transfer Credit section of the Graduate Academic Policies for specific details.

Prior Learning Portfolios Students in the PBTL program may submit a Prior Learning Portfolio (PLP) for requirements for ED 110/111.

Transfer Credit The graduate Education program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all of the following conditions are met: • The Dean of the College of Education determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum.

Transfer Credit The courses in the MBA program are arranged in a specific sequence with some unique content, and therefore we have limited ability to accept transfer of credits to this graduate program.

Transfer Credit The undergraduate programs follow University policy regarding transfer of credits. Graduate programs in health sciences may allow up to six (6) graduate-level transfer credits with prior program director approval. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program. Acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of the program director. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the following conditions must be met: 1. The credit was earned at an MBU approved, regionally accredited institution.

Before registering for classes, students must provide: • Criminal background checks (federal requirement for all persons working with vulnerable populations) at student expense • Signed Technical Standards document • Written verification of immunizations at student expense • Written verification of health insurance at student expense • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) at student expense After classes start, and in preparation for clinical placements, students must also provide: • Any additional requirements as stated by specific health care agencies (such as drug screening, criminal background checks, etc.) at student expense Program Policies Transfer Credit The Physician Assistant Program does not accept transfer of credits. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program.

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A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: • The S&P director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBU course. The program neither accepts nor offers credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of-class learning through prior learning credit, correspondence courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. (Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin University must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post- Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as special students.

Only courses with grades of “C-” or higher, or “passing” grades in acceptable internships, will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately. 6. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $455 per semester hour* • Internships — $227.50.00 per semester hour (only classes numbered 287 or 387) Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50* • Extended Time Fee — $65 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $455 per portfolio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100* • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $105 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $60.00 per semester* *Fees applicable to RN to BSN Program Graduate Courses: Prior to admission to an MBU graduate program, students may only take two graduate courses (six semester hours). Eligibility Requirements for Aid Since Mary Baldwin actively participates in a number of federal aid programs, the requirements for federal aid are used as the core requirements for all need-based aid and include, but are not limited to, students who: • have a high school diploma or the equivalent (Exceptions are made for students in the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted and Early College Academy.); • are accepted or enrolled as full-time, regular students (NOTE: A few federal programs can provide some assistance to students who are less than full-time.); • are degree candidates; • are U.S.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 90 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. GPA Amnesty GPA policy for students returning to MBU after at least five years. A Mary Baldwin University undergraduate who has left college without completing a bachelor’s degree and is accepted into MBCW or Baldwin Online and Adult Programs has the option to treat their former Mary Baldwin work as transfer credit. Further, prior MBU coursework converted to transfer credit under this policy will be treated like any other transfer credit and cannot be counted toward the fulfillment of the minimum MBU hours required for graduation.

The articulation agreement guarantees admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin — for both the Baldwin Online and Adult Programs and the College for Women.

Transfer Credit Up to two graduate equivalent courses taken at other institutions may be considered for transfer credit, if taken within 3 years of admission, and if a grade of B or better is earned (Exception: all ABA-specific courses must be taken at MBU in order to meet Behavior Analysis Certification Board requirements). Please see Transfer Credit section of the Graduate Academic Policies for specific details.

Transfer Credit The graduate courses in health sciences are arranged in a lock-step sequence, and therefore we cannot accept transfer of credits to graduate programs. There is no waiver of course work or advanced standing granted in any program.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: • The S&P director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBU course. The program neither accepts nor offers credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of-class learning through prior learning credit, correspondence courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. (Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin University must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits.

The articulation agreement guarantees admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin — for both the Adult Degree Program and the College for Women.

higher, or “passing” grades in acceptable internships, will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $450 per semester hour* • Internships — $225.00 per semester hour (only classes numbered 287 or 387) Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50* • Extended Time Fee — $65 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $450 per portfolio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100* • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $105 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $58.00 per semester* *Fees applicable to RN to BSN Program Graduate Courses: Prior to admission to an MBC graduate program, students may only take two graduate courses (six semester hours).

The original grade cannot be replaced by an NC. Repeat work can be done at MBC or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBC faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBC course being repeated.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The college considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 63 semester hours of transfer credit (90 for ADP students) can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the dean or associate dean of the college. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBC is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Withdrawals Voluntary Withdrawal: Students in the College for Women who withdraw from the college must reapply through the Office of Admissions.

Transfer Credit Up to two graduate equivalent courses taken at other institutions may be considered for transfer credit, if taken within 3 years of admission, and if a grade of B or better is earned (Exception: all ABA-specific courses must be taken at MBC in order to meet Behavior Analysis Certification Board requirements).

Transfer Credit The graduate Education program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all of the following conditions are met: • The Dean of the College of Education determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. Note that course substitutions are not accepted for ED 607 unless the undergraduate equivalent was taken at MBC.

Transfer Credit The graduate courses in health sciences are arranged in a lock-step sequence, and therefore we cannot accept graduate transfer credits. There is no waiver of course work or advanced standing granted in any program.

Most of the remaining 92 hours can be met with transfer credits or prior learning credits. Students may apply for prior learning credits using the portfolio application process. The total number of transfer and prior learning credits applied to the126 total credit hour graduation requirement cannot exceed 90 credit hours.

The program neither accepts nor offers credit recommendations regarding the student’s continuation in toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of-class the program, admission to full degree-seeking status, or learning through prior learning credit, correspondence requesting the student to withdraw from the program. courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. In practice, however, students usually gravitate towards the faculty Granted credit hours and course credit for work at member most qualified to advise them on their research Mary Baldwin College must total 54 credit hours for interests and, as they select their final degree project, completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Transfer Credit Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 A student may present no more than six semester hours of granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. possibility for award of transfer credits. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: 199

Only courses with grades of “C-” or higher will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately. 5. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

*Fees applicable to RN to BSN Program Tuition Per Semester Hour Amount Regular Course Work $460 Internships (only classes numbered 287 or 387) $230 Special Costs Orientation Fee * $50 Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation ** $460 Re-activation Fee $50 Administrative Withdrawal Fee $105 Technology Fee * $60/semester Credentialling Fee * $15/semester Graduate Courses: Prior to admission to an MBU graduate program, students may only take two graduate courses (six semester hours).

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. A Mary Baldwin University undergraduate who has left college without completing a bachelor’s degree and is accepted into MBCW, University College, or MBU Online has the option to treat their former Mary Baldwin work as transfer credit. Further, prior MBU coursework converted to transfer credit under this policy will be treated like any other transfer credit and cannot be counted toward the fulfillment of the minimum MBU hours required for graduation.

The articulation agreement guarantees admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin-- for the MBU Online, and Mary Baldwin College for Women.

Transfer Credit We accept the transfer of credits from other accredited graduate schools to this MBA program.

• In the event of a contested grade, the student will follow the University's undergraduate policy in the section noted above; however, the hearing committee will consist of the following from the COE: ◦ the dean, the director of academic and student services, the student’s advisor, and two faculty members Prior Learning Portfolios for PBTL students Students in the PBTL program may submit a Prior Learning Portfolio (PLP) for requirements for ED 110/ 111.

Transfer Credit The graduate Education program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: • The Dean of the College of Education determines based on catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. 84 • No transfer credit is accepted toward the BCaBA and BCBA credentials in the ABA programs.

87 Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: • The S&P director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBU course.

(Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin University must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as special students.

Only courses with grades of “C-” or higher, or “passing” grades in acceptable internships, will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately. 6. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into 10

In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $460 per semester hour* • Internships — $230 per semester hour (only classes numbered 287 or 387) Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50* • Extended Time Fee — $65 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $460 per portfolio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100* • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $105 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $60.00 per semester* *Fees applicable to RN to BSN Program Graduate Courses: Prior to admission to an MBU graduate program, students may only take two graduate courses (six semester hours). Eligibility Requirements for Aid Since Mary Baldwin actively participates in a number of federal aid programs, the requirements for federal aid are used as the core requirements for all need-based aid and include, but are not limited to, students who: • have a high school diploma or the equivalent (Exceptions are made for students in the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted and Early College Academy.); • are accepted or enrolled as full-time, regular students (NOTE: A few federal programs can provide some assistance to students who are less than full-time.); • are degree candidates or in certain certificate programs • are U.S.

Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBU course being I T Y ACADEMIC CATALOG 2017-2018 repeated.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 90 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. GPA Amnesty GPA policy for students returning to MBU after at least five years A Mary Baldwin University undergraduate who has left college without completing a bachelor’s degree and is accepted into MBCW, University College, or Baldwin Online and Adult Programs has the option to treat their former Mary Baldwin work as transfer credit.

The articulation agreement guarantees admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin — for both the Baldwin Online and Adult Programs and the College for Women and University College.

Transfer Credit Up to two graduate equivalent courses taken at other institutions may be considered for transfer credit, if taken within 3 years of admission, and if a grade of B or better is earned. Please see Transfer Credit section of the Graduate Academic Policies for specific details. Transfer Credit Up to two graduate equivalent courses taken at other institutions may be considered for transfer credit, if taken within 3 years of admission, and if a grade of B or better is 137

Transfer Credit The courses in the MBA program are arranged in a specific sequence with some unique content, and therefore we cannot accept transfer of credits to this graduate program. There is no waiver of course work or advanced standing granted in the program.

Transfer Credit The graduate courses in health sciences do not accept transfer of credits to graduate programs with the exception of the MHA program, which allows six (6) graduate-level transfer credits with prior program director approval. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program.

Most of the remaining 92 hours can be met with transfer credits or prior learning credits. Students may apply for prior learning credits using a portfolio application process. The total number of transfer and prior learning credits applied to the 126 total credit hour graduation requirement cannot exceed 90 credit hours.

Only courses with grades of “C-” or higher, or “passing” grades in acceptable intern- ships, will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately.

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $415 per semester hour • Internships — $207.50 per semester hour Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50 • Extended Time Fee — $50 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $415 per port- folio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100 • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $75 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $10 per semester hour (not to ex- ceed $50 per semester and $100 per academic year) Graduate Tuition and Fees Graduate tuition and fee information is included with the general information on each program. Eligibility Requirements for Aid Since Mary Baldwin actively participates in a number of federal aid programs, the requirements for federal aid are used as the core requirements for all need-based aid and include, but are not limited to, students who: • have a high school diploma or the equivalent (Excep- tions are made for students in the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted and Early College Academy.); • are accepted or enrolled as full-time, regular students (NOTE: A few federal programs can provide some as- sistance to students who are less than full-time.); • are degree candidates; • are U.S.

Grades The grading symbols used by the college are as follows: A excellent B very good C competent D minimum passing F failing NC no credit P pass EC credit by examination I incomplete (temporary) NR no grade reported (temporary) ET extended time (temporary-ADP only) AU audit (satisfactory) W withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there are no grades of A+ or D-): A 4.0 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3.0 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2.0 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1.0 Grade point average is determined by dividing total grade points earned by the total semester hours credit at- tempted for a regular grade. The original grade can- not be replaced by an NC. Repeat work can be done at MBC or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBC fac- ulty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar Academic Policies to the MBC course being repeated.

Academic Policies Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Educa- tion. The college considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 66 semester hours of transfer credit (90 for ADP students) can be counted toward the gradu- ation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the dean or associate dean of the college. Credit earned at other institutions in programs spon- sored or cosponsored by MBC is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Withdrawals Voluntary Withdrawal: RCW students who withdraw from the college must reapply through the Office of Ad- missions.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the pro- gram director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the fol- lowing conditions are met: • The SAP director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBC course. The program neither accepts nor offers credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of-class learning through prior learning credit, corre- spondence courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. (Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin College must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Bac- calaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than fifteen granted credits, he or she will be ad- vised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of Graduate Studies transfer credits. Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an ac- credited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as 137

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $438 per semester hour • Internships — $219.00 per semester hour Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50 • Extended Time Fee — $60 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $438 per portfolio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100 • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $100 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $55 per semester.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The college considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 63 semester hours of transfer credit (90 for ADP students) can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the dean or associate dean of the college. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBC is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Withdrawals Voluntary Withdrawal: RCW students who withdraw from the college must reapply through the Office of Admissions.

Transfer Credit The graduate Education program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program. Such transfers will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: • The Dean of the College of Education determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. Note that course substitutions are not accepted for ED 607 unless the undergraduate equivalent was taken at MBC.

credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of-class Within two weeks of that review, the program director learning through prior learning credit, correspondence will inform the student in writing of the committee’s courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by recommendations regarding the student’s continuation in examination. exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Advising Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary On entering the program, each student is assigned an Baldwin College must total 54 credit hours for completion advisor who is a member of the S&P faculty. advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of Special Students graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Special students must meet the entry Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following standards for the graduate program and should apply to the conditions are met: MBC Office of Admissions.

admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin — for both the Adult Degree Program and the Residential College for Women.

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $427 per semester hour • Internships — $213.50 per semester hour Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50 • Extended Time Fee — $60 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $427 per portfolio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100 • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $100 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $10 per semester hour (not to exceed $50 per semester and $100 per academic year) Graduate Tuition and Fees Graduate tuition and fee information is included with the general information on each program.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The college considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 63 semester hours of transfer credit (90 for ADP students) can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the dean or associate dean of the college. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBC is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. GPA Amnesty GPA policy for students returning to MBC after at least five years A Mary Baldwin College undergraduate who has left the college without completing a bachelor’s degree and is accepted into RCW or the Adult Degree Program has the option to treat their former Mary Baldwin work as transfer credit. Further, prior MBC coursework converted to transfer credit under this policy will be treated like any other transfer credit and cannot be counted toward the fulfillment of the minimum MBC hours required for graduation.

Aid for Which GTE Students May Qualify (Subject to approval and funding by federal and state agencies) Type of Aid Enrollment Status Repayment Re Subsidized Stafford Loan full-time, half-time monetary rep Unsubsidized Stafford Loan full-time, half-time monetary rep Transfer Credit The Graduate Teacher Education (GTE) program may accept up to six hours of transfer credit from another accredited graduate program.

Transfer Credit The graduate courses in health sciences are arranged in a lock-step sequence, therefore we cannot accept graduate transfer credits. There is no waiver of course work or advanced standing granted in any program.

• See Transfer Credit section below. Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: 184

The program neither accepts nor offers credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of-class learning through prior learning credit, correspondence courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. (Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin College must total 54 credit hours for completion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than fifteen granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. 1 Special Students Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as special students.

The articulation agree- ment guarantees admission and full transfer of credit between all Virginia community colleges and Mary Baldwin — for both the Adult Degree Program and the Residential College for Women.

Tuition Per Semester Hour • Regular course work — $427 per semester hour • Internships — $213.50 per semester hour Special Costs • Orientation Fee — $50 • Extended Time Fee — $60 per semester hour • Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation — $427 per port- folio (Cost equals one credit hour per portfolio.) • Re-activation Fee — $50 • Graduation Fee — $100 • Administrative Withdrawal Fee — $100 (in addition to any tuition that is due) • Technology Fee — $10 per semester hour (not to ex- ceed $50 per semester and $100 per academic year) Graduate Tuition and Fees Graduate tuition and fee information is included with the general information on each program. Eligibility Requirements for Aid Since Mary Baldwin actively participates in a number of federal aid programs, the requirements for federal aid are used as the core requirements for all need-based aid and include, but are not limited to, students who: • have a high school diploma or the equivalent (Exceptions are made for students in the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted and Early College Academy.); • are accepted or enrolled as full-time, regular students (NOTE: A few federal programs can provide some as- sistance to students who are less than full-time.); • are degree candidates; • are U.S.

Course Numbering The following conventions apply to MBC’s course num- bering system: 100-level – introductory, generally no prerequisites 200-level – intermediate, may have prerequisites 300-level – major courses, generally have prerequisites 400-level – senior projects 500-level and above – graduate courses Course Numerical Suffixes These two-digit suffixes have specialized meaning beyond the course level: 77 colloquium offered on a one-time basis 80 teaching assistantship 87 internship 90 directed inquiry 97 CLEP credit in the ADP only 98 portfolio credit in ADP only 99 independent tutorial or learning contract in the ADP only Grades The grading symbols used by the college are as follows: A excellent B very good C competent D minimum passing F failing NC no credit P pass EC credit by examination I incomplete (temporary) NR no grade reported (temporary) ET extended time (temporary-ADP only) AU audit (satisfactory) W withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there are no grades of A+ or D-): A 4.0 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3.0 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2.0 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1.0 Grade point average is determined by dividing total grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempt- ed for a regular grade. The original grade can- not be replaced by an NC. Repeat work can be done at MBC or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBC fac- ulty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBC course being repeated.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accredit- ing agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The college considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 66 semester hours of transfer credit (90 for ADP students) can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the dean or associate dean of the college.

Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBC is not transfer credit — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Withdrawals Voluntary Withdrawal: RCW students who withdraw from the college must reapply through the Office of Admissions.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the pro- gram director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the follow- ing conditions are met: • The SAP director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBC course. The program neither accepts nor offers credit toward the Master of Letters degree for out-of- class learning through prior learning credit, correspon- dence courses, independent study, learning contracts, or credit by examination. (Certain courses are exempt from consideration for prior credit.) Granted credit hours and course credit for work at Mary Baldwin College must total 54 credit hours for comple- tion of the MFA. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than fifteen granted credits, he or she will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibil- ity for award of transfer credits. Special Students Graduate Studies Individuals who possess a bachelor’s degree from an ac- credited institution are eligible to enroll in courses as spe- cial students.

*Fees applicable to RN to BSN Program Tuition Per Semester Hour Amount Regular Course Work $460 Internships (only classes numbered 287 or 387) $230 Special Costs Prior Learning Portfolio Evaluation $460 Administrative Withdrawal Fee $105 Technology/Credentialing Fee * $87.50/seme Graduate Courses: Prior to admission to an MBU graduate program, students may only take two graduate courses (six semester hours).

Transfer Credit Mary Baldwin University will review official transcripts from previous institutions. Transfer credit for previous education will be applied to the student’s Mary Baldwin program of education as appropriate. The transfer credit will shorten the duration of the student’s program and the student will be notified of the transfer credit approved. The VA will be notified of the transfer credit as appropriate. Mary Baldwin maintains a written record of the previous education the student received, and the transfer credit approved. The student’s academic record will reflect the transfer credit and the cumulative result of each enrollment period and each course undertaken and the final result for that course.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc. Appeal for Grade Changes Requests for grade changes will not be considered if initiated by students later than the first week of classes in the calendar term following distribution of the official grade which is being contested. Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBU course being repeated.

5. Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Only courses with grades of “C-” or higher will be accepted for transfer credit, and each course will be considered separately.

Course Numerical Suffixes These two-digit suffixes have specialized meaning beyond the course level: 77 colloquium offered on a one-time basis 80 teaching assistantship 87 internship 90 directed inquiry 97 CLEP credit 98 portfolio credit in MBU Online only 99 experimental course in MBU Online only Grades The grading symbols used by the university are as follows: A Excellent B Competent C Minimum passing D Insufficient F Failing NC No credit P Pass CR Credit by examination I Incomplete NR No grade reported (temporary) AU Audit (satisfactory) W Withdrawn Grade Point Equivalents Grade point equivalents are as follows (there is grade of A+): MDCHS does not use + or -. A 4 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1 D- 0.7 Grade point average is determined by dividing tot grade points earned by the total semester hours credit attempted for a regular grade. Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBU course being repeated.

For more information, please visit: https://marybaldwin.edu/resources/research- compliance/ Transfer Credits for Graduate Programs For Graduate Programs Graduate programs in health sciences may allow the transfer of up to 33% of the required credit hours for graduation.

Transfer credit from another accredited graduate program will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: • The associate dean or program director determines based on catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. Additional Notes: • Transfer credits for the Post-Master's and Post- Bachelor's certificates in ABA will not be accepted. • Due to differing requirements, degree seeking students in ABA & Autism Studies programs should consult their program's departmental handbook for more detail regarding transfer credit acceptance.

Previously approved transfer credits/ courses would remain on the transcript, but would not fulfill degree requirements for the new program. Please refer to the PA Transfer Credit Policy in the MSPA portion of the Catalog.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: • The S&P director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBU course.

Students pursuing this route must present a Post-Baccalaureate portfolio for award of 15–18 semester hours of prior learning credit, which should provide a detailed account of previous experience and its relation to analogous courses in the S&P graduate catalog. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, the candidate will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. The student will be awarded 15–18 prior learning credits (PLC) against MLitt courses, and will then complete a minimum of 48 hours in the S&P program as a full- time student, comprised of 18 credits of MLitt courses in the first year and 30 credits of core MFA courses in the second year, including the MFA thesis.

The student will be awarded 15–18 prior learning credits against MLitt and MFA courses, and will then complete a minimum of 36 hours in the S&P program, to be determined by individual arrangement with program directors, and which must include REN 815 Thesis A and REN 825 Thesis B. Total credits: 30 Master of Letters in Shakespeare and Performance Doreen Bechtol, Matt Davies, and Peter Kirwan, Co- Directors.

Semester 3, Session 1 Item # Title Credits NUR 505 POPULATION HEALTH & 3 COLLABORATION MHA 502 THE BUSINESS OF 3 HEALTHCARE Semester 3, Session 2 Item # Title Credits NUR 606 EPIDEMIOLOGY, VULNERABLE 3 POPULATION NUR 610 QUALITY IMPROVEMENT, 3 PATIENT SAFETY MHA 610 QUALITY IMPROVEMENT, 3 PATIENT SAFETY Semester 4, Session 1 Item # Title Credits NUR 600 PRACT/ROLE OF NURSE 3 ADMINISTRATOR Semester 4, Session 2 Item # Title Credits MHA 601 QUANTITATIVE & QUALITATIVE 3 METHODS Semester 5, Session 1 Item # Title Credits MHA 605 HEALTHCARE MARKETING & 3 PUB RELATION NUR 612 TRANSLATIONAL NURSING IN 3 PRACTICE Total credits: 45 Master of Social Work Master of Social Work (MSW) Maryah Stella Fram, Program Director The Master of Social Work (MSW) program offers both a 60-credit hour regular standing option for students with no prior social work degree, and a 30-credit hour advanced standing option for selected students who have earned a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program within the past 5 years. Each student develops an individualized program of study plan, with degree completion possible in as little as 2 full-time semesters for advanced standing students (including 600 hours of supervised field practicum experience), or 4 full-time semesters for regular standing students (including 900 hours of supervised field practicum experience).

Transfer Credit • The PA program will consider requests for up to 6 (or equivalent) semester hours of transfer credit into the curriculum. • Please refer to the Transfer Credit policy and PA Transfer Policy.

Transfer Credit The PA program will consider requests for up to 6 (or equivalent) semester hours of transfer credit into the curriculum. Competency on the subject material will be assessed in accordance with the course requirements prior to acceptance of transfer credit. If the request for transfer of credits is from another PA educational program, it must be from another accredited program in which the student is in good standing, and with the specific recommendation of the program director, dean or other appropriate official.

Most of the remaining 90 hours can be met with transfer credits or prior learning credits. Students have the opportunity to earn credits upon validation of prior learning credits through the development of a professional portfolio. The total number of transfer and prior learning credits applied to the 120 total credit hour graduation requirement cannot exceed 90 credit hours.

Transfer credits for the Post-Master's and Post-Bachelor's certificates in ABA will not be accepted. Due to differing requirements, degree seeking students in ABA & Autism Studies programs should consult their program's departmental handbook for more detail regarding transfer credit acceptance.

See Transfer Credit section below.

Other Considerations Applicants are also encouraged to document the following for consideration: Leadership experience Employment experience, regardless of whether that experience is related to healthcare or patient care Volunteer experience and community engagement, regardless of whether that experience is related to healthcare or patient care Military service (veteran, active, or reserves) First generation college student Multilingualism Graduation from undergraduate institutions involved in Articulation Agreements with MBU/MDCHS Local residency Language Proficiency Students for whom English is not their primary language, regardless of US citizenship, are required to submit their Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score with their application. Transfer Credit The PA program will consider requests for up to 6 (or equivalent) semester hours of transfer credit into the curriculum. Please refer to the Transfer Credit policy and PA Transfer Policy. Transfer Credit The PA program will consider requests for up to 6 (or equivalent) semester hours of transfer credit into the curriculum. Competency on the subject material will be assessed in accordance with the course requirements prior to acceptance of transfer credit. If the request for transfer of credits is from another PA educational program, it must be from another accredited program in which the student is in good standing, and with the specific recommendation of the program director, dean or other appropriate official.

program offers both a 60-credit hour regular standing option for students with no prior social work degree, and a 30-credit hour advanced standing option for selected students who have earned a BSW degree from a CSWE-accredited program within the past 5 years. Each student develops an individualized program of study plan, with degree completion possible in as little as 2 full-time semesters for advanced standing students (including 600 hours of supervised field practicum experience), or 4 full-time semesters for regular standing students (including 900 hours of supervised field practicum experience).

Official Mary Baldwin University transcripts will show course titles, grades, and credit hours earned on transfer credit for which MBU has comparable courses; however, grades from transfer coursework are not factored into the GPA. In evaluating graduation requirements, the Registrar will determine if certain transfer credits can be used to satisfy general education requirements.

Acceptance of transfer credit is at the discretion of the program director. In order for transfer credit to be awarded, the following conditions must be met: The credit was earned at the graduate level from an MBU approved, regionally accredited institution. Previously approved transfer credits/ courses would remain on the transcript, but would not fulfill degree requirements for the new program. Please refer to the PA Transfer Credit Policy in the MSPA portion of the Catalog.

Repeat work can be done at MBU or at another institution, subject to the guidelines for transfer of credit, and only if appropriate MBU faculty certify that the transfer course is sufficiently similar to the MBU course being repeated.

Students pursuing this route must present a Post-Baccalaureate portfolio for award of 15–18 semester hours of prior learning credit, which should provide a detailed account of previous experience and its relation to analogous courses in the S&P graduate catalog. If a Post-Baccalaureate Portfolio applicant is deemed eligible for fewer than 15 granted credits, the candidate will be advised to proceed with the standard MLitt/MFA academic program, with a possibility for award of transfer credits. The student will be awarded 15–18 prior learning credits (PLC) against MLitt courses, and will then complete a minimum of 48 hours in the S&P program as a full-time student, comprised of 18 credits of MLitt courses in the first year and 30 credits of core MFA courses in the second year, including the MFA thesis. The student will be awarded 15–18 prior learning credits against MLitt and MFA courses, and will then complete a minimum of 36 hours in the S&P program, to be determined by individual arrangement with program directors, and which must include REN 815 Thesis A and REN 825 Thesis B. Total credits: 30

Transfer Credit The undergraduate programs follow University policy regarding transfer of credits. Graduate programs in health sciences may allow the transfer of up to 33% of the required credit hours for graduation with prior program director approval. Prior courses may be used to meet prerequisite requirements. There is no waiver of coursework or advanced standing granted in any program.

Transfer Credit A student may present no more than six semester hours of graduate credit for transfer on approval by the program director, who grants that approval on a case by case basis. Courses may be presented only if graded “B” or better. Transfer credit is awarded only if ALL the following conditions are met: The S&P director determines on the basis of catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is equivalent to an MBU course. The credit was earned in an accredited graduate program. The credit was earned no earlier than three calendar years prior to the student’s admission to the program. Note: Because MBU’s S&P program is, by its nature, different from many other English and theatre graduate programs, program transcripts are accompanied by a “key” noting course similarities to more standard English and theatre courses. In advance of enrollment, students are responsible for determining whether courses taken in the program can be transferred to another graduate program or will satisfy credential requirements the student intends to meet. After the course drop deadlines, a determination that courses are not transferable is not grounds for refund of tuition or fees.

Transfer Credits for Graduate Programs Download as PDF For Graduate Programs Graduate programs in health sciences may allow the transfer of up to 33% of the required credit hours for graduation. Graduate programs in business, education, and Shakespeare and Performance may allow the transfer of up to six total credit hours. Transfer credit from another accredited graduate program will be considered only if all the following conditions are met: The associate dean or program director determines based on catalog and course materials submitted by the student that the course content is identifiable with the aims and philosophies of the graduate curriculum. The credit was earned in a regionally accredited graduate program. The credit was earned no earlier than three calendar years before the student’s admission to the program, and a grade of B or better was earned. The student is responsible for determining in advance of enrollment whether courses taken in the graduate program can be transferred to another graduate program or will satisfy credential requirements the student intends to meet, including requirements outside of Virginia. After the drop deadline, a determination that courses are not transferable is not grounds for refund of tuition or fees.

Transfer of Credit Credit may be transferred for courses completed at other institutions that are accredited by regional accrediting agencies or the American Association for Liberal Education. The course must be identifiable with MBU’s liberal arts curriculum. The university considers the transfer of credit for military training based on official American Council on Education transcripts on a case by case basis. Courses with grades below C-are not accepted. Coursework completed under Pass/No Credit and similar options is not accepted. Grade points or their equivalent will not be transferred. If a transferable course taken at another institution is deemed to be equivalent to an MBU course in which the student previously earned a C, D or F, the effect of the MBU grade will be removed from the student’s cumulative GPA. Appropriate MBU faculty must certify the general equivalence of the transfer course. It is the student’s responsibility to furnish whatever evidence the certifying faculty may find sufficient. No more than 84 semester hours of transfer credit can be counted toward the graduation requirement. No more than 10 semester hours may be transferred during any one summer program without the approval of the university registrar. Credit earned at other institutions in programs sponsored or cosponsored by MBU is not transfer credit and will be included in the MBU cumulative GPA — e.g., Seven College Consortium, Oxford Program, etc.