2017-18 Undergraduate Studies Catalog

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St. Louis University is a private, non-profit, independent, multicampus, international institution offering a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Founded in 1915, St. Louis University’s home campus is in St. Louis Groves, Missouri, USA, a major suburban center of the St. Louis metropolitan area. St. Louis University also offers programs at extended campus locations throughout the United States, including military education installations and metropolitan centers, international programs in Europe, Africa, and Asia, and online distance learning programs in a large number of academic disciplines.

St. Louis University is academically organized into five schools and colleges:

• College of Arts & Sciences
• George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology
• Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts
• School of Communications
• School of Education

The polices and courses listed in this catalog represent the curriculum for the following degrees:

• Bachelor of Arts (BA)
• Bachelor of Science (BS)
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
• Bachelor of Music (BM)
• Bachelor of Music Education (BMEd)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Dual Majors
• Sequential Degree Programs
• Combined Degree Programs
• Certificate Programs

Not all degrees and majors are offered at every St. Louis University location. A schedule of courses for the academic year is available at all St. Louis University locations that offer degree programs.

The statements set forth in this catalog are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as the basis of a contract between a student and St. Louis University. The provisions of this catalog will ordinarily be applied as stated.

However, St. Louis University reserves the right to change any statement made in this catalog, including but not limited to academic requirements for graduation, without actual notice to individual students. Every effort will be made to keep students advised of any such changes. The student is responsible for knowing graduation requirements for his or her particular degree program.

Enrollment in St. Louis University or completion of a degree program does not guarantee employment. Career services are available to students at most U.S. campuses. St. Louis University makes no claim or guarantee that credit earned will transfer to another institution.

St. Louis University works with an independent certified public accountant to assure that there is sufficient funding through a tuition guaranty bond. A copy of the bond document can be requested by mail addressed to St. Louis University, Office of Academic Affairs, 470 E. Lockwood Ave., St. Louis, MO 63119.

It is the policy of St. Louis University not to discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, color, creed, age, ethnic or national origin, or non-disqualifying handicap, as required by federal laws and regulations, including Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments.

St. Louis University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-380 as Amended.

Governance

St. Louis University accepts in principle that the governance of the University is a shared responsibility of administration, faculty, and students. Administrators provide executive continuity; faculty and students participate in governance mainly through the constituent assemblies and the work of committees. The latter provide for constructive interactions among administrators, faculty, and students.

Organizationally, the Board of Trustees oversees all activities of the University. Leadership is headed by the President, who is responsible for determining the overall strategic direction and priorities for the University. The Provost, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer is St. Louis University’s chief academic officer. A full description of the organizational structure of the University, including current administrators and a list of Board of Trustees members, can be found at www.St. Louis.com/president/university-leadership.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

St. Louis University is committed to non-discrimination and equal opportunity regarding the treatment of students, faculty and staff. The University considers employment, admissions, financial aid, programs, and activity applications without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, creed, age, ethnic or national origin, or disability. Inquiries or complaints related to any of these areas should be addressed to the appropriate individuals identified below.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: