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Effective 5/7/2018 Grand Canyon University University Policy Handbook 2019 -2020 Fall 2019 Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 2 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Universi ty Policy Hand book Versio n Record The following is a record of the major changes made to the Grand Canyon University Policy Handbook. This is not a comprehens ive itemization of all of the changes made in this revision cycle, but rather an overview of the more significant updates in corporated into the current version of the handbook. Version Updated Changes Made 1 8/26/19 • Initial Update to Fall 2019 • Updated Contact Information 2 9/2/19 • Updated Master Programmatic Progression Requirements 3 9/16/19 • Updated Baccalaureate Programmatic Progression Requirements • Updated Baccalaureate Programmatic Admission Requirements • Updated General Academic Regulations • Updated Non -Degree Programmatic Admission Requirements • Updated Grade Point Average Progression • Updated Code of Conduct and Academic Standards 4 9/23/19 • Updated General Academic Regulations • Updated Non -Degree Program Admission Requirements • Updated Sanctions for Conduct Violations 5 9/30/19 • Updated Bacclaureate Programmatic Progression Requirements • Updated Master Programmatic Progression Requirements 6 11/11/19 • Updated Accreditation and Authorizations • Updated Baccalaureate and Undergraduate Certificate Programmatic Admission Requirements • Updated Doctoral Programmatic Admission Requirements 7 11/18/19 • Updated Master Programmat ic Progression Requirements • Updated Master Graduation Requirements • Updated Doctoral Graduation Requirements • Updated Baccalaureate Programmatic Progression Requirements 8 11/25/19 • Updated Programmatic Progression Requirements • Updated Master Programmatic Progression Requirements R i g h t t o C h a n g e R e q u i r e m e n t s The University reserves the right to make changes of any nature to the calendar, admission requirements, degree requirements, fees, regulations, course offerings, programs, or academic schedules whenev er they are deemed necessary or desirable, including changes or modification of course content, class scheduling, offering patterns, canceling of scheduled classes, or other academic activi ties. The Grand Canyon University Policy Handbook does not establis h a contractual relationship; rather, it sets forth academic and other requirements that students must meet to be granted a degree and, in some circumstances, to continue to be enrolled at the ins titution. While advisors and other Grand Canyon University p ersonnel are available to guide students with respect to the requirements, students ultimately bear the responsibility of following the requirements. Students should view the Academic Catalog for college and program specific information. S t a t e m e n t o f N o n -D i s c r i m i n a t i o n : Grand Canyon University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, s exual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. Title IX regulations require non -discrimination on the basis of sex or gender, which includes unlawful discrimination based on pregnancy and/or disability discrimination based upon complications related to pregnancy. As a religious institution, Grand Canyon University expressly reserves its rights, its understandings of, and its commitments to Christian principles, and reserves the legal right to hire and employ individuals who support the values of the University. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX discrimination or the application of Titl e IX harassment policies may be submitted to the Title IX coordinator and/or to the Office of Civil Rights for the United States Department of Education: Title IX Coordinator Shanna Milonas Assistant Vice President, Academic Affairs 3300 W Camelback Rd Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 3 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Phoenix, AZ 85017 (602) 639 -6389 [email protected] U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Lyndon Baines Johnson, Department of Education Building 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20202 -1100 Telephon e: 800 -421 -3481 FAX: 202 -453 -6012; TDD: 800 -877 -8339 [email protected] E u r o p e a n U n i o n ( E U ) – G e n e r a l D a t a P r o t e c t i o n R e g u l a t i o n ( G D P R ) The GDPR is a privacy regulation that provides certain rights and protections to EU natural pe rsons surrounding their personal data and how this organization process es the data. Processing personal data is necessary for all individuals applying to the university. The rights outlined in this policy apply exclusively to EU natural person s. GCU ma y use your personal data to respond to your questions, provide you specific courses, services, projects, programs and/or serv ices you select to satisfy our contractual obligati on to you. Your rights include: The right to be informed of how your EU Persona l Data are being used – this information is set forth in these EU Privacy Provisions and any documents linked to these EU Privacy Provisions • The right of access to your EU Personal Data • The right to have your inaccurate EU Personal Data rectified • The right to have your EU Personal Data erased • The right to restrict the Processing of your EU Personal Data pending its verification or correction • The right to object to the Processing of your EU Personal Data • The right to receive copies of your EU Personal Data • The right to file a complaint with an EU supervisory authority • The right to object to using your EU Personal Data for direct marketing, data mining, or research purposes where the research is not in the public interest Some of these rights are not automati c, and we reserve the right to discuss with you why we might not comply with a request from you to exercise them. If you wish to exercise any of your rights regarding your EU Personal Data, please email [email protected] . You may also file a complaint concerning your EU Personal Data Processing with the applicable EU Supervisory Authority. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 4 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Table of Co nte nts University Policy Handbook Version Record ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...................... 2 Right to Change Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....... 2 Statement of Non -Discrimination: ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 2 European Union (EU) – Ge neral Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 3 Table of Contents ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ . 4 Contact Information ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 7 General Contact Information ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......... 7 Student Contacts ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 7 Accreditation and Authorizations ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 9 Accreditation ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 9 State Authorizations ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...................... 11 About Grand Canyon University ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 14 Vision ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............ 14 Mission Statement ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......................... 14 Mission Based Student Learning Competenc ies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 14 Historical Sketch ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... 17 Board of Trustees ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 18 Contributors ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 19 University Seal ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .............................. 19 University Mascot and Colors ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....... 19 Statement of Principle ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 19 University Calendar ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 20 Traditional Campus Students ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 20 Nontraditional Campus Students (Online, Evening -Satellite, and Evening -Campus) ................................ ................................ ................... 20 Holiday Schedule ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 21 Degrees Offered ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ . 22 Doctoral Programs ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................ 22 Professional Programs ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .................. 22 Master Programs ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... 23 Graduate Certificates of Completion ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 24 Baccalaureate Programs ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 24 Admission Policies and Application Procedures ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 27 Overview ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 27 Baccalaureate Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................... 27 Baccalaureate Degree and Undergraduate Certificate Programmatic Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ .. 28 Bridge Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 31 Master Degree and Graduate Certificate Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ .............. 32 Master Degree and Graduate Certificate Programmatic Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ ....................... 32 Doctoral Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................... 35 Doctoral Programmatic Admi ssion Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 36 Non -Degree Program Admission Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 36 General Application Procedures ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 37 Admission Statuses ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................... 37 International Student Admission ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 38 General Academic Regulations ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......... 41 Official Student Communication ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 41 Official Name Change ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .................. 41 Preferred First Name ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................... 41 Change of Address Notification ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 41 Academic Calendar ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................... 41 Classification of Students and Courses ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......................... 41 Program of Study, Course Availability, and Cancellation ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 43 Registration Policy ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................ 44 Class Presence ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .............................. 44 Class Participation ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................ 46 Grade Point Average (GPA) Progression ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...................... 47 Baccalaureate Programmatic Progression Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ .............................. 48 Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 5 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. 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Master Programmatic Progression Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 76 Doctoral Programmatic Progression Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 96 Non -Degree Programmatic Progression Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ . 98 Code of Conduct and Academic Standards ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 98 Internal Review Po licy ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 100 Title IX Policy and Procedures ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 101 University Appeal Procedures ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .... 110 Textbooks ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 112 Grading System ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... 112 Academic Honors ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................... 114 Special Study Courses ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 114 Official Enrollment Status Change and Withdrawal ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 115 University Official Withdrawal ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 116 Student Records ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 117 Student Access ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 118 Student Driver Waiver ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 123 University Technology Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......................... 123 Programmatic Technology Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 124 Intellectual Property Rights ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 132 Intellectual Property Policy a nd Student Works ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 135 Financial Services ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 138 Payment Policy ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........................... 138 Course Tuition Refund ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................ 139 Institutional Aid (GCU Scholarships and GCU Grants) ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 140 Tuition and Fees ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 142 Federal Financial Aid ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .................. 145 Federal Funding Sources ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. 148 Federal Loan Programs ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............... 149 Annual and Aggregate Loan Limits ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 150 State Grants for Arizona Residents ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 150 Student Employment ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 150 Evaluation of Transfer Credit ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 152 General Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 152 Foreign Evaluation of Transfer Credits ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................... 152 Transferring from GCU to another Institution ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............ 152 Baccalaureat e Transfer Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .. 152 Transfer Credit Application ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 153 Alternative Transfer Credit Options ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 153 Master Degree Transfer Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ . 161 Master Degree Programmatic Transfer Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......... 161 Graduate Certificate of Completion Transfer Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ 161 Doctoral Degree Transfer Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .............................. 161 Graduation Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 162 Designation of Academic Catalog ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .............................. 162 Baccalaureate Graduation Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .................... 162 Baccalaureate Programmatic Graduation Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 164 Master Graduation Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................... 164 Doctoral Graduation Requirements ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 164 Posthumous Degrees ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 164 Commencement ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 165 Graduation with Academic Recognition ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................... 165 Academic Services and Resources ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ... 167 Career Services Department ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 167 The Center for Learning & Advancement ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................... 167 GCU Library ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................... 167 Campus Computer Center ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 167 GCU Institutional Review Board ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ 167 International Students Office ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 168 Drug -Free Campus and Workplace Policy ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ....................... 170 Description of Health Risks ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........ 170 Drug and Alcohol Counseling ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..... 171 Institutional Sanctions ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 171 Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 6 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. 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Campus Policies & Other Informatio n ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................. 172 Campus Hours ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................ 172 Housing and Residence Life Policies ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 172 Immunization Requireme nt................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 173 Community Standards for Ground Campus ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ..................... 175 Applicability of the University Policy Handbook as it applies to the Community Standards ................................ ................................ ..... 175 Community Standards ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 175 Student Conduct Process ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............. 179 Sanctions for Conduct Violations ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................... 181 Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ .......................... 184 Emergency Mental Health Policy ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ............................... 184 Glossary ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ........... 186 Appendix A ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 187 Dissertation Milestone Table ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 187 Appendix B ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ...... 189 Military Refund Table ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................................ ................. 189 Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 7 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Con tac t Inf o rmatio n G e n e r a l C o n t a c t I n f o r m a t i o n Web Site http://www.gcu.edu/ Main Switchboa rd Phone: 1 -602 -639 -7500 Toll -free: 1 -800 -800 -9776 Main Campus Mailing Address Grand Canyon University PO Box 11097 Phoenix, AZ 85061 -1097 Main Campus Street Address Grand Canyon University – Main Campus 3300 West Camelback Road Phoenix, AZ 85017 -3030 GCU Facilities GCU’s Campus Map is a great way to find your way around the GCU campus. The map shows all buildings on campus. As construction continues across the campus, the online map provides students access to the most current information. Utilize the link below to access the GCU main campus map: https://www.gcumedia.com/mediaElement/interactive -campus - map/v3.1 For information about additional locations, utilize the following link: visit https://www.gcu.edu/about - gcu/locations.php . Additional Locations GCU Boswell 10484 W. Thunderbird, Suite 102 Sun City, Arizona 85351 Kyrene School District Office 8700 S. Kyrene Rd. Tempe, Arizona 85284 Mesa Community College 1833 W. Southern Avenue Mesa, Arizona 85202 Pima -Salt River High School 4827 N Country Club Dr Scottsdale, Arizona 85256 S t u d e n t C o n t a c t s Admissions Representatives Responsibility: Assists student s with their initial enrollment into a program of study. Phone: 1 -800 -800 -9776 Campus Operations Responsibility: Provide parking passes for campus students, faculty and staff along with issue campus ID cards Phone: 602 -639 -7739 Canyon Health and Wellness C linic Responsibility: Assists campus students with health needs. Phone: 602 -639 -6215 Fax: 602 -639 -7830 Website: http://www.gcu.edu/Campus -Resources/Health -and - Wellness -Cente r.php Career Services Responsibility: GCU's Career Services team provides students and alumni with the resources, professional knowledge and support they need to successfully transition from academics into purposeful and satisfying employment. Phone: 602 -639-6606 E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.gcu.edu/Career -Services.php Center for Learning and Advancement Responsibility: Provides learning resources for students through free face -to-face and online tutoring in writing, math (algebra, trigonometry, calculus), accounting, finance, statistics, APA, as well as workshops in test -taking techniques, reading strategies, time manag ement, study skills, and note -taking techniques. The Center also oversees the First Year Experience (FYE) program, Study Abroad, Peer Mentoring, Lifelong Learning Assessment, and the Honors College. Phone: 1 -602 -639 -8901 Email: [email protected] Website : http://www.gcu.edu/Learning -Resources/Center -for - Learning -and -Advancement.php GCU Bookstore Responsibility : Carries materials required in GCU courses along with University -branded apparel and gifts. Phone: 1 -800 -866 -8917 GCU Library Responsibility: The GCU Library supports the University’s mission, vision, and values by providing quality resources and innovati ve services to support and enrich academic success, scholarship, and lifelong learning . Phone: 602 -639 -6641 or 1 -800 -800 -9776 ext. 639 -6641 Website: http://library.gcu.edu Ask A Librarian : http://library.gcu.edu/AskALibrarian Webinars : http://libguides.gcu.edu/Webinars Tutorials: http://libgu ides.gcu.edu/Tutorials GCU Today Responsibility: Provides the news and events source for Grand Canyon University students, updated daily. Phone: 602 -639 -8011 Email: [email protected] Website: http://news.gcu.edu / http://www.gcu.edu/News.php Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 8 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. International Students Office Responsibility: Assists university students and staff in support of F-1 students during their stay in the United States Phone: 602 -639 -8105 Fax: 602 -343 -3771 E-mail: [email protected] Mail and Copy Center Responsibility: Provide many services to the traditional campus students and staff, which includes mailing out letter and packages along with photocopying services Phone: 602 -639 -7905 Office of Academic Records Responsibility: Tracks student progress to degree completion, evaluates transcripts, and admits students to the University. Phone: 1 -800 -800 -9776 E-mail: [email protected] Office of Residence Life Responsibility: Assists students with campus housing Phone: 602 -639 -6244 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.gcu.edu/Housing/Residence -Life - Information.php Office of Spiritual Life Responsibility: Provides spiritual needs of the campus, coordinates Chapel programming and outreach minis try Phone: 602 -639 -6750 Email: [email protected] Website: https://www.gcu.edu/about -gcu/christian -identity -and - heritage.php Office of Student Engagement Responsibility: Assists students with campus clubs, intramurals, Associated Students of GCU, and campus programming. Phone: 602 -639 -7250 Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.gcu.edu/Events -and -Activities.php Public Safety Responsibility: Assists students, faculty and staff with issues relating to campus and public safety. Phone: 602 -639 -8100 Websi te: http://www.gcu.edu/Campus -Resources/Public - Safety.php Student Disability Services Responsibility: Assists students with obtaining reasonable accommodations, based on student self -dis closure of disability. Phone: 602 -639 -6342 or 1 -800 -800 -9776 ext. 639 -6342 Email: [email protected] Student Services Counselor s Responsibility: Assists students with planning financial resources needed to fund their education along with planning and maintaining their program of study. Phone: 1 -800 -800 -9776 Technical Support Responsibility: Assists students with technical issues regarding the University systems. Phone: 1 -877 -428 -8447 Email: [email protected] Website: https://support.gcu.edu/hc/en -us Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 9 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Accredi tatio n and Auth orizations A c c r e d i t a t i o n Grand Canyon University holds many accreditations, some college -specific and others program -specific. Accreditation is desirable as it speaks to the quality of the college or university, acknowledged by peer institutions. In choosing a university, parents and students should ensure their university of choice is regionally accredited. Regional accreditation in higher education originated almost a century ago as an American process conferred by a nongovernmen tal agency. It provides quality assurance and ensures ins titutional program improvement. The agency’s expert and trained peers have visited and reviewed Grand Canyon University. During the visit, Grand Canyon University is reviewed from a variety of facets, including: educational activities, administration, fina ncial stability, admissions and student personnel services, resources, student academic achievement, organizational effectiveness, and relationships with outside constituencies. Six regional agencies provide institutional accreditation on a geographical ba sis — Middle States, New England, North Central, Northwest, Southern, and Western. While independent of one another, the six regional associations cooperate extensively and recognize on e another's accreditation. The Higher Learning Commission and its prede cessor have accredited Grand Canyon University continually since 1968, obtaining its most recent ten -year reaccreditation in 20 17. The Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education licenses GCU in Arizona. Higher Learning Commission The Higher Le arning Commission accredits Grand Canyon University. The Higher Learning Commission 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500 Chicago, Illinois 60604 -1411 Phone: 312 -263 -0456 Toll -free: 800 -621 -7440 http://www.ncahlc.org/ Arizona State Private Post -Secondary Education Grand Canyon University is licensed in Arizona by the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education 1740 W. Adams St., Suite 3008 Phoenix, AZ 85007 Phone: 602 -542 -5709 http://azppse.state.az.us Veteran’s Administration Grand Canyon University is approved for the education and training of veterans under the provisions of Title 10 and 38, Unite d States Co de. We accept Chapter 30, 31, 33, 35, and 1606 recipients. Veterans are approved for benefits for numerous programs. For more information regarding using your VA benefits at Grand Canyon University, email VaBene [email protected] . Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) Grand Canyon University has applied for and received certification to enroll F nonimmigrant students per the Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) under 8 CFR 214.3. The International Students Offi ce has access to SEVIS and may issue Forms I -20, Certificate of Eligibility for Student Status, to prospective students. For more information see the International Students Office website . Other Accreditations/Approvals In addition, the University has obtained the following specialized accreditations and approvals for our core program offering s: Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs, Arizona State Board of Educatio n, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, and Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education. Colangelo College of Business The Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), 7007 College Boulevard, Suite 420, Overland Pa rk, KS 66211, 913 -339 -9356, accredits the following programs of the Colangelo College of Business: Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Bachelor of Science in Applied Management, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an Emphasis in Business Intelligence, Bachelor of Science in Business Management, Bachelor of Science in E ntrepreneurial Studies, Bachelor of Science in Finance and Economics, Bachelor of Science in Marketing, Bachelor of Science in Sp orts Management, Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Business Administration, Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting, Master of Bu siness Administration with an Emphasis in Finance, Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Health Systems Management, Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Leadership, Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Marketing, M aster of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Project Management, Master of Bu siness Administration with an Emphasis in Strategic Human Resource Management, and Doctor of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Management. The ACBSP requires each school to Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 10 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. submit a periodic Quality Assurance Report that summarizes recent activit y regarding compliance with ACBSP standards . View our most recent ACBSP Quality Assurance Report . View the results of the Undergraduate Business Field Test . Grand Canyon University's Colangelo College of Business is approved by the Arizona State Board of Education to offer institut ional recommendations (credentials) for the certification of Bachelor of Science in Business for Secondary Education. College of Education Grand Canyon University's College of Education is approved by the Arizona State Board of Education to offer institutional rec ommendations (credentials) for the certification of early childhood, elementary, secondary and special education teachers, as well as administrators. College of Fine Arts and Production Grand Canyon University's College of Fine Arts and Production is approved by the Arizona State Board of Education to offer institutional recommendations (credentials) for the certification of Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education, Bachelor of Arts in Music Educati on and Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Education. College of Nursing and Health Care Professions The C ommission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), recognized by ED and CHEA, assesses the quality and integrity of nursing programs. Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Pre -Licensure), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN), Maste r of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Health Informatics, Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Educat ion, Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health Nursing, Master of Science of Nursing with an Emphasis in Nur sing Leadership in Health Care Systems, Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with an Emphasis in Adult Gerontology, Maste r of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner, Post Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practiti oner with an Emphasis in Adult Gerontology, Post Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Doctor of Nursing Practice with an Emphasis in Educational Leadership are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate N ursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org ). Recognized by CHEA, the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) assess and recognizes excellence i n athletic training. CAATE ac credits GCU’s Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training program . https://caate.net/ College of Humanities and Social Sciences Grand Canyon University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences is approved by the Arizona State Board of Education to offer institutional recommendations (credentials) for the certification of Bachelor of Arts in History for Secondary Education, Bac helor of Arts in English for Secondary Education and Bachelor of Science in Math for Secondary Ed ucation. The Master of Science in Addiction Counseling program has been approved for accreditation through the National Addiction Stud ies Accreditation Commission (NASAC), 1001 N. Fairfax St. Suite 201, Alexandria, VA 22314 . NASAC accreditation is a new ac creditation body as a result from a combined effort of The International Coalition for Addiction Studies Education (INCASE) and the Assoc iation for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) to create a single higher education addiction studies accreditation. Grand Canyon University’s Master of Science in Professional Counseling and Master of Science in Christian Counseling are approved by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as being consistent with the curriculum requirements for LAC or LPC licensure. Grand Canyon University’s Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse is approved by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners as being consistent with the curriculum requirements for LSAT licensure. Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners 1740 West Adams St Phoenix, AZ 85007 http://www.azbbhe.us/ Grand Canyon University has been approved as an Approved School/Program by the California Consortium of Addiction Programs an d Professionals (CCAPP) for the following online programs: Master of Science in Addiction Counseling, Master of Science in Chri stia n Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders and Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Chemical Depend ency and Substance Abuse. These programs are approved until September 30, 2020. California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals 2400 Marconi Avenue, Suite C Sacramento, CA 95821 PO Box 214127 https://www.ccapp.us/ Grand Canyon University has been approved as an Education Provider by the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GA CA) for the Master of Science in Addiction Counseling and Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse programs. These programs are approved until December 31, 201 9. Georgia Addiction Counselors Association 4015 South Cobb Drive, Suite 160 Smyrna, GA 30080 http://gaca.org/ Grand Canyon University has been approved as a pre−certification education program for substance abuse counselors by the Wisc onsin Department of Safety and Professional Services for the following online programs: Master of Science in Addiction Counseling, Master of Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 11 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Science in Christian Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders and Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphas is in Addiction, Che mical Dependency and Substance Abuse. These programs are approved through August 2021. Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services 1400 East Washington Avenue, Room 112 Madison, WI 53703 https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/home.aspx Council for Accredi tation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) The College of Humanities and Social Sciences’ (CHSS) will seek program -specific accreditation for the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC), within 6 months of the firs t graduating class. Although program -specific accreditation is a voluntary process, Grand Canyon University (GCU) remains committed to closely follow the recognized standards set forth by local and na tional accreditation associations to safeguard a quality education in the counseling field of study . College of Science, Engineering and Technology Grand Canyon University's College of Science, Engineering and Technology is approved by the Arizona State Board of Education to offer institutional recommendations (credentials) for the certification of Bachelor of Science in Biology for Secondary Education and Bachelor of Science in Chemistry for Secondary Education. Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) The College of Science, Engineering and Technology’s may obtain program -specific accreditation for engineering and technology programs for which the College deems accreditation important for future student employment. Accreditation applications can only be sub mitted within 6 months of the first graduating class. Program -specific accreditation is voluntary and will provide degrees earned from the CSET with added value for GCU students. Grand Canyon University remains committed to aligning the engineering and technology programs with accreditation standards and to exceed the high standards set by accrediting bodies to ensure STEM students receive a quality education . Grand Canyon Theological Seminary Grand Canyon Theological Seminary, the embedded seminary of Grand Canyon University, is included wit hin the university’s accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission. The seminary is also accredited by the Commission on Accrediting of the Association of The ological Schools. The Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools has a pproved the following degree programs: • Master of Divinity • Master of Arts in Christian Leadership • Master of Arts in Christian Ministry • Master of Arts in Youth and Family Ministry • Master of Arts in Urban Ministry The Commission contact information is: The Co mmission on Accrediting of the ATS 10 Summit Park Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15275 Phone: 412.788.6505 Fax: 412.788.6510 www.ats.edu Intercollegiate Athletics Intercollegiate athletics function under the guidelines of the Natio nal Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, 700 W. Washington Street, P.O. Box 6222, Indianapolis, IN 46202, regarding eligibility to participate in intercollegiate sports. In the 2013 -14 season, Grand Canyon University began the process of recl assifying from Division II to Division I as a member of the Western Athletic Conference. S t a t e A u t h o r i z a t i o n s State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (SARA) Participant Grand Canyon University is an institutional participant in the State Authorization R eciprocity Agreement (SARA) initiative. SARA is an agreement among member states, districts and territories that establishes comparable national standards for interstate offeri ng of postsecondary distance education courses and programs. It is intended to m ake it easier for students to take online courses offered by postsecondary institutions based in another state. SARA is overseen by a National Council and administered by four regional e ducation compacts. For more information and a list of member states, p lease visit http://nc -sara.org/ . California Resident Students Rights and Responsibilities Related to the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) The State of California established the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by a student in an educational program at a qualifying institution, who is or was a California resident while enrolled, or was enroll ed in a residency program, if the student enrolled in the institution, prepaid tuition, and suffered an economic loss. Unless relieved of the obligation to do so, you must Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 12 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. pay the state -imposed assessment for the STRF, or it must be paid on your behalf, if you are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition . You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if you are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program . It is important that you keep copies of your enrollment agreement, financial aid documents, receipts, or any other informatio n that documents the amount paid to t he school. Questions regarding the STRF may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95833, (916) 431 -6959 or (888) 370 -7589 . To be eligible for STRF, you must be a California residen t or are enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid or deemed to have paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following : 1. The institution, a location of the institution, or an educational program offered by the institution was closed or discontinued, and you did not choose to participate in a teach -out plan approved by the Bureau or did not complete a chosen teach -out plan approved by the Bureau . 2. You were enrolled at an institution or a location of the in stitution within the 120 day period before the closure of the institution or location of the institution, or were enrolled in an educational program within the 120 day period before the program was discontinued . 3. You were enrolled at an institution or a loc ation of the institution more than 120 days before the closure of the institution or location of the institution, in an educational program offered by the institution as to which the Bureau determined there was a significant d ecline in the quality or value of the program more than 120 days before closure . 4. The institution has been ordered to pay a refund by the Bureau but has failed to do so . 5. The institution has failed to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federal student loan program as required by law, or has failed to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the institution in excess of tuition and other costs . 6. You have been awarded restitution, a refund, or other monetary award by an arbitrator or court, based on a violation of this chapter by an institu tion or representative of an institution, but have been unable to collect the award from the institution . 7. You sought legal counsel that resulted in the cancellation of one or more of your student loans and have an invoice for servi ces rendered and evidence of the cancellation of the student loan or loans . To qualify for STRF reimbursement, the application must be received within four (4) years from the date of the action or even t that made the student eligible for recovery from STRF . A student whose loan is revived by a loan holder or debt collector after a period of noncollection may, at any time, file a written application for recovery from STRF for the debt that would have otherwise been eligible for recovery. If it has been more than four (4) y ears since the action or event that made the student eligible, the student must have filed a written application for recovery within the ori ginal four (4) year period, unless the period has been extended by another act of law . However, no claim can be paid to any st udent without a social security number or a taxpayer identification number . Iowa Students seeking an Iowa license are advised that successful completion of Grand Canyon University’s programs of educator pre paration do not qualify you for initial educator l icensure by the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners. Candidates seeking licensure in the state of Iowa must first be licensed/certified as educators in Arizona. Grand Canyon University will assist you in understanding the licens ure requirements of the Ariz ona Department of Education prior to completion of your educational preparation program. Arizona Department of Education can be contacted at 800 -352 -4558 or http://www.azed.gov/ . Candidates seeking subsequent licensure from the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners must contact that Board (515 -281 -5849; http://www.boee.iowa.gov/ ) for licensure requirements in Iowa. Nevada Grand Canyon University holds a License to Operate Private Postsecondary Experiential Courses granted by the Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education. Nevada Commission on Postsecondary Education 8778 South Maryland Parkway Suite 115 Las Vegas, Nevada 89123 Phone: (702) 486 -7330 http://cpe.nv.gov/ Pennsylvan ia Teacher education programs have not been reviewed or approved by Pennsylvania. Candidates will have to apply for certificatio n and meet requirements for certification as out -of-state candidates. Residents of Pennsylvania should direct questions, complaints, or concerns to: Pennsylvania Department of Education http://www.education.pa.gov/Postsecondary -Adult/Colle ge%20and%20Career%20Education/Pages/Students -Complaints.aspx#tab -1 Pennsylvania Department of Education - Postsecondary and Adult Education 333 Market Street, 12th Fl | Harrisburg, PA 17126 -0333 431 Charmany Drive, Suite 102 Madison, WI 53719 Utah Utah Di vision of Occupational and Professional Licensing Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 13 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. The following programs in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions have satisfied the requirements for clinical pla cement of nursing students by programs located outside of the state of Utah: Bac helor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN), Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health, Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis Health Informatics, Master of Scienc e in Nursing with an Emphasis Leadership in Health Care Systems, Mast er of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Education, Post - Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Education Certificate, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice w ith an Emphasis in Educational Leadership. State of Utah Depa rtment of Commerce Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing 60 East 300 South • P.O. Box 146741 , Salt Lake City, UT 84114 -6741 Washington Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission Grand Canyon University is approved by the Wash ington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission to conduct practice experiences in the state of Washington for RN -BSN, MSN/Health Informatics, MSN/Nurse Educator, MSN/Nurse Leadership in Health Care Systems, MSN/Public Health and Post graduate certi ficate in Nursing Education. For more information go to the following link: http://www.doh.wa.gov/LicensesPermitsandCertificates/NursingCommission/NursingPrograms.aspx Wisconsin Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services Grand Canyon University has been approved as a pre−certification education program for substance abuse counselors by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services for the following online programs: Master of Science in Addiction Counseling, Master of Science in Christian Counseling of Substance Use and Addictive Disorders and Bachelor of Science in Counseling with an Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse. These programs are approved through August 2021. Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services 1400 East Washington Avenue Room 112 Madison, WI 5 3703 https://dsps.wi.gov/pages/home.aspx Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 14 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. About Gran d Canyon U niversi ty V i s i o n Grand Canyon University is a premier Christian University educating people to lead and serve. M i s s i o n S t a t e m e n t Grand Canyon University prepares learners to become global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders by providing an academically challenging, values -based curriculum from the context of our Christian heritage. M i s s i o n B a s e d S t u d e n t L e a r n i n g C o m p e t e n c i e s Tied to the mission stat ement of GCU are mission -based competencies that faculty and administration believe are imperative for students to learn. GCU strives to ensure students who progress through their program at different times exit the program with the same fo undational knowl edge and demonstrable skills, and that graduates bring commensurate knowledge and practical skills to the workforce. Consiste nt competencies and objectives, regardless of the modality, are the foundation of every program design. All GCU courses provide fou ndational knowledge and then apply or synthesize the learning. Thus, all graduates of the same program will have developed comparable s kill sets . Mission -based Bachelor’s Competencies Domains Competencies Leadership Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s bachelor’s program will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the reality of the world, examine the consequences of choice, and provide unselfishly to help others meet their highest potential . • Graduates of the b achelor ’s program will be able to apply leadership models and demonstrate the capacity for leadership. • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to develop a clear vision that informs, inspires, and motivates others to achieve goals . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to determine various leadership styles and rationale for differences . Communication Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s bachelor’s program will be able to develop and apply intrapersonal and professional communication behaviors e ssential to servant leadership and rooted in Christian ethical belief . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to recognize the power, ethical ramifications, and consequences of communication style as it relates to personal and professional succes s in a diverse society. • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to design and disseminate compelling messages that create understanding and desired results using a variety of traditional and innovative modalities. Global Citizenship Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s bachelor’s program will be able to apply empathy, identify ethnocentrism, and defend the reality that people are different with different perspectives on history, religion, value -systems, and many other aspects of life and livi ng. • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to develop long - term relationships across cultures through effective communication . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to perform service initiatives from a tradition of servant leadership in an effort to foster positive interpersonal relationships and a dynamic global community . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to apply the necessary skills to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds . Critical Th inking Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s bachelor’s program will be able to show clarity and logic in thought by asking questions and pursuing knowledge to avoid delusion and blind acceptance of ideas, to reduce vulnerability, and to work to find sol utions rather than dwell on problems . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to use personal skill sets of critical thinking, risk assessment, decision -making, analytical skills, and creativity that promote effective judgment and actions . • Graduat es of the bachelor ’s program will be able to apply social judgment skills and knowledge gained through gathering, sorting, analyzing, applying, and evaluating information to solve problems in applied learning settings . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to make informed decisions based on historical, current, reliable, and valid information . Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 15 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Domains Competencies Christian Heritage Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s bachelor’s program will be able to identify and express aspects of a Christian heritage which affect their relationships with others and the community, as well as their decision -making processes . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to articulate an awareness of a Christian heritage and its effects on Western society . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to identify and comprehend the moral and ethical foundations of Judeo -Christian thought, and analyze situations and problems from this basis . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to demonstrate the ability to ma ke values -based decisions from the perspective of a Christian heritage . Technology Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s bachelor’s program will be able to demonstrate efficient and effective use of technological tools . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to retrieve, organize, assess, process, and safely secure information . • Graduates of the bachelor ’s program will be able to demonstrate proficiency and adaptability in commonly accepted applications and devices . • Graduates of the bache lor ’s program will be able to demonstrate competence in mediated communication, connect globally to present an “e -self” that is sensitive to audience and context, and analyze and interpret visual rhetoric . Mission -based Master’s Competencies Domains Compe tencies Leadership Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s master’s program will be able to establish effective leadership by being grounded in the reality of the world, accepting the consequences of choice, and striving unselfishly to help others meet their highest potential . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to u tilize responsible leadership through the application of leadership models. • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to i ntegrate leadership skills that inform, inspire, and motivate others to achieve their goals . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to s elect effective leadership styles appropriate to the situation . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to i mprove their leadership by applying initiative, p olitical sensitivity, self - discipline, and perseverance . Communication Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s master’s program will be able to identify and cultivate interpersonal and professional communication behaviors essential to servant leadership a nd rooted in Christian ethical belief . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to o perate in a pluralistic society developing authentic relationships and contributing to their discipline, while serving and promoting community . • Graduates of the maste r’s program will be able to f ormulate clear and compelling arguments, rationally constructed, prefaced by critical analysis, and composed with a conscious awareness of the power, ethical ramifications, and consequences of communication style . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to d esign and execute clear communication, which creates understanding and achieves desired results through a variety of communication modalities . Global Citizenship Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s master’s progr am will be able to propose empathy, refute ethnocentrism, and champion the reality that people are different with different perspectives on history, religion, value -systems, and many other aspects of life and living . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to g uide and manage global organizations, applying business knowledge within cross -cultural contexts . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to s upport a global mindset that is sensitive to cultural differences and tolerant of differing perspectives, practices, and values . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to v alue cultural diversity in order to build more innovative and competitive organizations . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to c onstruct responsible plans and decisions that balance the creation of economic wealth with the promotion of human welfare worldwide . 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Domains Compe tencies Critical Thinking Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s master’s program will be able to champion clarity and logic in thought by asking questions and pursuing knowledge to avoid delusion and blind acceptance of ideas, to reduce vulnerability, and to work to find solutions rather than dwell on problems . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to e valuate and synthesize personal skill sets of critical thinking, risk assessment, decision -making, analytical skills, and creativity to promote effective judgment and actions . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to u tilize social judgment skills and research through gathering, sorting, anal yzing, applying, and evaluating information to solve problems . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to e valuate information based on historical, current, reliable, and valid information and to utilize applications of research to impact decision -making . Values & Ethics Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s master’s program will be able to model and communicate the values and ethics formulated within the context of a global perspective by critically integrating them into their decision -making . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to d emonstrate cultural competence by synthesizing a variety of views and perspectives on values and ethics . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to i ntegrate course work, professional life, life exper ience, and educational experience into a coherent values -based worldview . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to i nvestigate the historical foundations of critical thought through the context of values and ethics to find meaning, construct know ledge, and deconstruct faulty thinking . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to d emonstrate the ability to communicate and model a holistic ethical system . Technology Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s master’s program will demonstrate the use of technological tools as well as efficient and effective use of the tools themselves, including retrieving, organizing, and assessing information; securing information; and analyzing information as the basis for evidence -driven action . • Graduates of t he master’s program will be able to j udge the quality of information to determine how it can be best used for problem solving, through development and application of data models, both quantitative and qualitative, to identify and project patterns and trend s. • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to d evelop proficiency in practices that assure the confidentiality, quality, and continuing existence of information . • Graduates of the master’s program will be able to d emonstrate efficiency in strategies, which will ensure efficient and effective analysis and use of information . Mission -based Doctoral Competencies Domains Competencies Leadership Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s doctoral program will be able to achieve effective leadersh ip in their organization and discipline by making discoveries, contributing knowledge founded and rooted in proven theory through research, and making effective use of leadership to manage change . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to a ct as leaders in their discipline through the active application of knowledge in an intelligent and effective way to lead and construct an inventive, original, and creative vision. • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to e mploy meta - thinking and self -evaluation to assess their current leadership style and leadership potential in order to develop clarity of vision, purpose, and action in the leading of self and others . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to u tilize compelling leadership styles and models to manage change, exercise influence, empower others, create interest, motivate followers, and have a greater impact in their field of study . Communication Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s doctoral program will be able to communicate e ffectively the results of their research in an academic environment, demonstrate a strong link between behaviors, beliefs and ethical values, and be good stewards of their words . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to c ombine effective oral and written communication to disseminate clear and compelling research to the academic community though multiple modalities in a way that promotes excellence in their discipline . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to d esign and execute succinct syn thesis of ideas and data while guiding followers through skilled use of verbal imagery, active listening skill, and audience assessment . Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 17 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Domains Competencies Global Citizenship Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s doctoral program will be able to build practices and a cul ture which honor diversity, demonstrate cultural sensitivity, engage in globally focused leadership, and value international perspectives . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to a pply and analyze cultural implications rooted in diverse ethical a nd global systems to transcend geographical and cultural paradigms, allowing them to think in interconnected and important ways that expand beyond the organization’s boundaries and into the global community . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able t o b ecome participants in the global academic community, view their scholarly area from a global perspective, approach scholarly activity from a global mindset, and pursue research beyond the academic traditions of a single culture . Critical Thinking Gra duates of Grand Canyon University’s doctoral program will be able to understand the history of ideas, employ empirical examples in order to provide relevance and validity to ideas, and judge their capacity to act based upon various scales of intelligence t o create change . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to u se critical thinking skills to sustain research and analysis for the purpose of attaining new cognitive processes, critique opinions and assumptions using intellectual reasoning free of eg ocentrism, and research patterns and relationships in order to promote change . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to c reate new knowledge through critical thinking by combining and integrating different opinions to further understanding in thei r field . Values & Ethics Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s doctoral program will be able to model and communicate at the organizational level the values and ethics formulated within the context of a global perspective by critically integrating into their decision -making and other professional actions as leaders those values and ethics . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to i ntegrate a multiplicity of views and perspectives to develop cultural competence through values and ethics, while ha ving the capacity to understand and synthesize other worldviews into their actions. • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to f ormulate leadership strategies through the context of the highest ethical standards to inform behavior. • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to e ffect change and align belief systems in their respective organizations relative to the highest values and ethical standards . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to i nvestigate the historical foundations of cr itical thought through the context of values and ethics to find meaning, construct knowledge, and deconstruct faulty thinking. Technology Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s doctoral program will demonstrate the leadership practices that guide the use of technological tools as well as efficient and effective use of the tools themselves, including retrieving, organizing, and assessing information; securing information; and analyzing information as the basis for evidence -driven action . • Graduates of the d octoral program will be able to d irect the formulation of policies and implementation strategies for efficient and effective retrieval and organization of information. • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to j udge the quality of information to determine how it can be best used for organizational problem solving, through development and application of data models, both quantitative and qualitative, to identify and project patterns and trends . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to d evelop and implement at the organizational level practices that assure the confidentiality, quality, and continuing existence of information . • Graduates of the doctoral program will be able to d emonstrate leadership dedicated to evidence -driven action by for mulating policies and implement strategies at the organizational level which will ensure efficient and effective analysis and use of information . H i s t o r i c a l S k e t c h Grand Canyon College was chartered on August 1, 1949, with 16 faculty and approximately 100 students, many of them veterans. In 1951 the College put up its first permanent buildings on a 90 -acre tract in west Phoenix. Grand Canyon College was fully accredited in 1968 by the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602 -2504, 312 -263 -0456, 800 -621 - 7440. Established as a Baptist -affiliated institution with a strong emphasis on religious studies, the school initially focused on offering bachelor’s degree programs in education. Over the years, the school expanded its curricula to include programs in the sciences, nursing, business, music, and arts, and developed a strong reputation for producing some of the most effective teachers, nurses, health care profession als and fine -arts students in the Southwest. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 18 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. During planning for the change in institutional organization and status from Grand Canyon College to Grand Canyon University, the institution identified several landmark events that had been and would be pivotal during this transition. These inc luded, but were not limited to, the organization of programs and departments into multiple colleges, the offering of graduate degree programs, the format ion of the Grand Canyon University Foundation, and the generosity of several individuals who pledged or gave unrestricted gifts valued at one million dollars or more to launch the University into the next decade and century. In May of 1984, the College trustees voted to prepare for transition to University status on the school’s 40th anniversary in 1989. An other landmark event occurred at the turn of the century that moved the University away from being owned and operated by the Arizona Southern Baptist Convention to being self -owned by the Board of Trustees. By the early 2000's, though, GCU was struggling w ith maintaining its operations in light of dwindling financial support. In September 2003, the University was at a critical juncture, teetering on the verge of insolvency and facing the prospect of bankruptcy with a limited student body. In early 2004, a small group of investors acquired the University and undertook a mission to salvage GCU by focusing primarily on offering online programs to working adults. With an improving financial structure, but a languishing student body and campus , the University recruited a new leadership team in 2008 to envision a future for GCU that centered around a hybrid campus strategy that combined a thriving, traditional student body with a growing nontraditional student body focused primarily on working adults studying at the graduate level. To generate the additional capital necessary to improve its online campus infrastructure and begin the expan sion of its ground, traditional campus, the University completed an initial public offering in 2008. The University began to i mplement its vision in earnest by making significant investments in its campus. The University began to see a transformation in the quality and growth of its traditional student body which grew from less than 1,000 students attending i ts campus in 2009 to approximately 19,000 students in fall 2017, with an incoming GPA of approximately 3.5. GCU’s nontraditional student body als o made tremendous strides during this time as well, growing from approximately 22,000 students at the beginning of 2009 to appr oxi mately 70,000 students at the end of 2017, with greater than 50% studying in graduate programs. Almost 70% of the University’s trad itional students are studying in rigorous science, technology, engineering, math and business programs and the University ex pects to see its overall traditional student body expand to approximately 25,000 students by 2025. In total, since 2009, the University has invested over one billion dollars in facilities and technology infrastructure. The University continues to invest in full -time faculty teaching both traditional and nontraditional students, improved technology infrastructure and programmatic expansion in high -growth, high -demand areas such as engineering, computer science, and information technology. Importantly, th e University has been able to self -fund these investments with only nominal increases in tuition for nontraditional students while freezing tuition for traditional students for 10 straight years. GCU’s unique history and recent transformation are distinc tive in higher education today as no other university in the country has seen such dramatic change. This is further evidenced in 2018 when GCU transitioned back to a non -profit institution. This decision provided faculty and students equitable opportunitie s to participate in academic and co -curricular opportunities with peer -institutions, to operate a philanthropic foundation and provide grant writing and research opportunities for faculty and students, to invest in educatio nal infrastructure allowing the U niversity to continue offering tuition at levels that make private higher education affordable to all socio -economic classes of Americans, to provide employment and career growth opportunities for faculty and staff, and continue to invest in the communi ties the University serves. This transition also allowed student -athletes to participate in governance opportunities afforded by the NCAA . B o a r d o f T r u s t e e s Will Gonzalez , Chairman City of Phoenix Prosecutor's Office M.S, Grand Canyon University; J.D., Thurgood Marshall School of Law Don Andorfer Previous Grand Canyon University Interim President, Spring 2006 B.S., M.A., Ball State University Peggy J. Chase President and CEO, Terros Health B.S.W., Arizona State University Dr. Lupita Ley Hightower Supe rintendent, Tolleson Elementary School District No. 17 B.S., University of Arizona; MEd, EdD, Arizona State University Marion Kelly Director Community Affairs, Mayo Clinic B.A., Kentucky State University; B.A., University of Kentucky Dr. Fred Miller Medi cal Director, Bridgeway Health Solutions M.S., PhD, Howard University; CMD, University of Medicine & Dentistry Dr. Jim Rice Retired Superintendent of the Alhambra Elementary School District B.S., Grand Canyon University; MEd, EdD, Arizona State University Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 19 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. C o n t r i b u t o r s • Dave Brazell Stadium: David and Mildred Brazell • The Cooke Health Center: Alumni Association • Ethington Memorial Theatre: Peter and Anna Ethington • Fleming Classroom Building and Library: Mr. and Mrs. William Fleming • College of Nursing and Health Care Professions: Samaritan Foundation • Tim Salmon Baseball Clubhouse: Tim and Marci Salmon • Smith Arts Complex: C. J. and Thelma Smith • Smithey -Parker Building: Jerry and Sarah Smithey along with Bill and Joyce Parker • Tell Science Building: Mr. and Mr s. Andrew P. Tell • Williams Building: Dr. Bill and Shirley Williams • Hegel Hall: Dr. Joni Hegel U n i v e r s i t y S e a l When the Grand Canyon College seal was adopted in 1950, two of its major components were the cross and the cactus. The saguaro cactus rises from its desert setting to signify the intellectual opportunity for Grand Canyon University students, counteracting the arid mental state of uneducated man. The cross stands prominently on the horizon as a guide for spiritual enlightenment. Between the outer ci rcle representing the earth and the inner circle representing the wheel of progress, the name of the University and its location are inscribed. The use of the seal is permitted only with approval of the Chief Executive Officer of the University. U n i v e r s i t y M a s c o t a n d C o l o r s The University mascot is the antelope. Antelope are native to the region surrounding Prescott, Arizona, near the college’s first campus. The mascot reminds us of our heritage and humble beginnings. School colors are purple, black, and w hite. Students, employees, or contractors of the University shall not use the Grand Canyon University name, logo, or mascot in connection with any commercial venture without written approval of the Chief Executive Officer. S t a t e m e n t o f P r i n c i p l e The words of the Alma Mater summarize the attitude and spirit of Grand Canyon University: Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 20 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Universi ty Calendar T r a d i t i o n a l C a m p u s S t u d e n t s Fall: 8/26/2019 – 12/15/2019 Instruction/Grade Calendars (15-Week Classes ) Move in Date ................................ .................. August 19 -23, 2019 Instruction begins ................................ ................. August 26, 2019 Labor Day ................................ ........................ September 2, 2019 Veteran's Day ................................ ................. November 11, 2019 *Final Drop Date ................................ ............ November 17, 2019 Thanksgiving ................................ .................. November 28, 2019 Thanksgiving Break ....... November 25, 2019 - December 1, 2019 Face -to-Face Instruc tion Ends ......................... December 11, 2019 Living Areas Closed for Christmas ..... 3 p.m., December 12, 2019 Traditional Campus Commencment .... 2 p.m., December 13, 2019 Move out Date for Fall -only Students ................................ ............ Non -Graduates ............ 3 p.m., December 12, 2019 Graduates .................... 3 p.m., December 14, 2019 End of Term ................................ .................... December 15, 2019 Final Course Grades Due ................................ December 22, 2019 Christmas Eve/Day ................................ ..... December 24 -25, 2019 Christmas Break ................. December 16, 2019 - January 5, 2020 See Policy Handbook Refund Policy ..................... Variable Dates Winter Traditional Campus Commencement * Traditional Campus Commencement Friday , December 13, 20 19 By College ............................. 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Spring: 1/6/2020 – 4/26/2020 Instruction/Grade Calendars (15-Week Classes ) Move in Date ................................ ..................... January 4 -5, 2020 Instruction begins ................................ .................. January 6, 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. Day ................................ . January 20, 2020 President's Day ................................ .................. February 17, 2020 Spring Break ................................ ................... March 16 -22, 2020 Face -to-Face Instruction Ends ................................ . April 22, 2020 Move out Date ................................ ................................ ................ Non -Graduates .................... 3 p.m., April 23, 2020 Graduates ............................ 3 p.m., April 24, 2020 Final Course Grades Due ................................ ........... May 3, 2020 Summer Break ................................ . April 27, 2020 - May 3, 2020 See Policy Handbook Refund Policy ..................... Variable Dates Spring Traditional Campus Commencemen t* Traditional Campus Commencement .................... April 24, 2020 By College ................. 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Summer: 5/4/2020 – 8/16/2020 Instruction/Grade Calendars (15-Week Classes ) Instruction begins ................................ ....................... May 4, 2020 Move in Date ................................ .............................. May 4, 2020 Memorial D ay ................................ .......................... May 25, 2020 Session A ................................ .......... May 4, 2020 - June 21, 2020 Independence Day ................................ ...................... July 4, 2020 *Final Drop Date ................................ ...................... July 19, 2020 Session B ................................ ...... June 22, 2020 - August 9, 2020 Face -to-face Instruction ends ............................... August 12, 2020 End of Term ................................ ......................... August 16, 2020 Fall Break ................................ ....................... August 17 -23, 2020 Final Course Grades Due ......................... 7 a.m., August 23, 2020 Summer Residents Move to Fall Housing .............................. TBD Move out Date for Non -Fall Residents ................................ ........... Non -Graduates ................................ ............... TBD Graduates ................................ ....................... TBD See Policy Handbook Refund Policy ..................... Variable Dates N o n t r a d i t i o n a l C a m p u s S t u d e n t s ( O n l i n e , E v e n i n g -S a t e l l i t e , a n d E v e n i n g -C a m p u s ) Please note that online, onsite and offsite cohort students have classes that begin frequently. Therefore, students are encouraged to contact their University Counselor or Student Services Counselor for more information on class starts. Fall Online College Commencement * Online College Commencement .................. October 17 -18, 2019 By College ................. 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Spring Online College Commencement * Online College Commencement ..... April 30, 2020 - May 1, 2020 By Col lege ................. 9 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. *For courses shorter than 15 weeks, please refer to the course drop policy in the Policy Handbook ................................ ... Variable Dates Dates and times of commencement ceremonies may be subject to change. 2019 Online Christmas Break Schedule Undergraduates .................. December 23, 2019 - January 5, 2020 Graduates ........................... December 19, 2019 - January 1, 2020 Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 21 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. H o l i d a y S c h e d u l e Holiday Campus Offices Closed Evening Clas ses do not Meet Online Classes Meet Traditional students on campus do not meet New Year's Day 1/1/ 20 X X X X Martin Luther King Day 1/2 0/20 X X X X President's Day 2/1 7/20 X X X X Good Friday 4/1 0/20 X X X X Memorial Day 5/27/19 X X X X Independence Day 7/4/19 X X X X Labor Day 9/2/19 X X X X Veteran's Day Observed 11/1 1/19 X X X Thanksgiving and the following Friday 11/28 -11/29 /19 X X X X Christmas Day 12/25/1 9 X X X X Online Note: Online students are encouraged to submit work early if an assignment due date falls directly o n a holiday. Students are still responsible for timely submission of work . Evening Classes Note: Classes with scheduled meeting days of the listed holidays will not meet in -person the week of the holiday. During that wee k, faculty members and students will participate in the online classroom, following the online participation requirements including posting substantively throughout the week. Evening Classes and Traditional Students Note: In observa tion of holidays that fall on weekend days, classes do not meet on the Friday before a Saturday holiday, or the Monday after a Sunday holiday. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 22 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Degrees Off ered The University offers curricula leading to the degrees of Doctor of Business Administration, Doc tor of Education, Doctor of Nursing Practice , Doctor of Philosophy, Master of Arts, Master of Business Administration, Master of Divinity, Master of Education, Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Health, Master of Science, Bachelor of Arts, a nd Bachelor of Science, as well as offering graduate and undergraduate certificates. Please refer to the university website ( www.gcu.edu ) for the locations/modalities in for each program. Students should be advised that s ome degree programs at GCU have competitive admissions or require college -specific admission requirements beyond the University level admission requirements. If a program is offered on campus and online, the courses within the program are the same regardle ss of modality. D o c t o r a l P r o g r a m s Doctor of Business Administration The Doctor of Business Administration (D.B.A.) is designed for those who desire a deeper understanding of business theory and its application to their area of professional interest. Gr and Canyon University offers the following emphases for this degree: • Data Analytics • Management • Marketing Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership The Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Organizational Leadership program is delivered through a combination of online courses and face -to-face residencies. Aspects of the program’s curriculum and instruction are shared by the College of Education, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, College of Nursing and Health Care Professions, College of Theology and the Colangelo College of Business, meeting the needs of master’s -prepared professionals seeking a terminal degree in leadership. Grand Canyon University offers the following emphases for this degree: • Behavioral Health • Christian Ministry • Health Care Administration • Higher Education Leadership • K-12 Leadership • Organizational Development • Special Education Doctor of Education in Teaching and Learning with an Emp hasis in Adult Learning The Doctor of Education in Teaching and Learning program develops educators capable of generating new knowledge and responsibly applying knowledge to achieve educational outcomes as well as mentoring, coaching, and collaborating fr om the perspective of the Christian worldview. Students will study the major bodies of literature in educational theory and philosophy, will reflect critically on existing theory, will identify appropriate applications of theory, and will conceptualize phi losophy from its theoretic foundation. Students will develop academic and research expertise through the study of research methodology.

The program of study is consistent with Grand Canyon University's mission to develop students who are global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders. Grand Canyon University offers the following emphasis for this degree: • Adult Learning Doctor of Nursing Practice The Doctor Nursing Practice Degree (DNP) encompasses a mixture of didactic courses and mentored practicum experiences.

Each course allows for the demonstration and achievement of programmatic competencies and objectives through real -world health care syste ms application. The curriculum and instruction meet the needs of master’s -prepared nurses seeking a terminal - practice degree. Grand Canyon University offers the following emphasis for this degree: • Educational Leadership Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Ed ucation and Supervision The doctoral degree in Counselor Education and Supervision is intended to prepare graduates to work as counselor educators, supervisors, researchers, and practitioners in academic and clinical settings. The standards for this prog ram are intended to accommodate the unique strengths of students seeking to enhance their leadership and counseling skills. Doctor of Philosophy in General Psychology The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in General Psychology program offers a broad array of c ourses that increase the understanding of human actions in the past and present. Grand Canyon University offers the following emphases for this degree: • Cognition and Instruction • Industrial and Organizational Psychology • Integrating Technology, Learning and Psychology • Performance Psychology Education Specialist The Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in K -12 Leadership program develops and enhances the learner’s ability to grasp, process, and apply doctoral -level constructs that positions them for organizational go vernance, capacity building, and vision casting. P r o f e s s i o n a l P r o g r a m s Post -Master of Arts in Theology: Introductory Biblical Languages Certificate The Post -Master of Arts in Theology Certificate provides experienced professionals with fundamental understandings and skills that prepare them to properly interpret and communicate the biblical text for the sake of ministry within a local church.

Grand Ca nyon University offers the following emphasis for this degree: • Introductory Biblical Languages Post -Master of Science in Counseling • Addiction Counseling • Childhood and Adolescence Disorders • Marriage and Family Therapy • Trauma Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 23 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Post -Master of Science in Nursi ng Certificates The Post -Master of Science in Nursing Certificates prepare experienced registered nurses to provide competent advanced practice nursing care through an evidence -based program of study. Grand Canyon University offers the following emphases for this degree: • Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate with an Emphasis in Adult Gerontology • Family Nurse Practitioner Cert • Nursing Education Certificate M a s t e r P r o g r a m s Bridge to Doctor of Philosophy • Counselor Education and Supervision Master of A rts The Master of Arts is granted to those students who have completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution and are seeking a Master of Arts degree. • Autism Spectrum Disorders • Christian Leadership • Christian Ministry • Communication o Emphasis in Education • Curriculum and Instruction • English o Emphasis in Education • History o Emphasis in Education • Reading o Emphasis in Elementary Education o Emphasis in Secondary Education • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages • Urban Ministry • Youth and F amily Ministry Master of Business Administration The Master of Business Administration is designed for those students who have previously completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution. • Emphases in: o Accounting o Cybersecurity o Finan ce o Health Systems Management o Leadership o Marketing o Project Management o Sports Business o Strategic Human Resource Management Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Leadership The Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Leadership is designed for those students who have previously completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution. Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing The Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing is designed for those students who have previously completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution. Master of Divinity The Master of Divinity is the standard degree for professional ministry preparation and is designed for students who intend to serve in local churches, Christian organizations, and other ministerial roles. The Master of Divinity program offers comprehensiv e biblical and theological knowledge while developing skills necessary for effective Christian ministry. This degree features a foundational, pastorally oriented program of study that emphasizes the centrality of the gospel, the significance of the church, and the pressing need to advance the Kingdom of God through missions. Master of Education The Master of Education degree is designed for students who have previously completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution and may be seek ing certification at the elementary or secondary level. An advanced Program of Study is included in that preparation or can be obtained after certification requirements are completed. This degree is available in the following specialized areas: • Early Child hood Education*¢ • Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education*¢ • Educational Administration • Educational Leadership • Elementary Education*¢ • School Counseling • Secondary Education*¢ o Emphasis in Humanities* o Emphasis in Humanities¢ o Emphasis in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics* o Emphasis in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics¢ • Secondary Humanities Education • Secondary STEM Education • Special Education*¢ * Initial Program – Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure ¢ Initial Program – Does Not Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure Master of Public Administration The Master of Public Administration is designed for those students who have previously completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution. • Emphases in: o Gov ernment and Policy o Health Care Management Master of Public Health The Master of Public Health is designed for those students who have previously completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution. 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Master of Science The Master of Science is granted to those students who have completed a bachelor’s degree at an accredited, GCU -approved institution and are seeking a Master of Science degree. • Accounting • Addiction Counseling • Biology o Emphasis in Education • Business Analytic s • Chemistry o Emphasis in Education • Christian Counseling o Emphasis in Substance Use and Addiction Disorders • Clinical Mental Health Counseling o Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders o Emphasis in Christian Counseling o Emphasis in Marriage and Family Ther apy o Emphasis in Trauma • Criminal Justice o Emphasis in Law Enforcement o Emphasis in Legal Studies • Cybersecurity • Health Care Administration • Health Informatics • Information Technology Management • Instructional Technology • Leadership o Emphasis in Disaster Preparedness and Executive Fire Leadership o Emphasis in Homeland Security and Emergency Management • Mathematics o Emphasis in Education • Mental Health and Wellness o Emphasis in Christian Ministry o Emphasis in Community Mental Health Administr ation o Emphasis in Family Dynamics o Emphasis in Grief and Bereavement o Emphasis in Prevention • Nursing o Emphasis in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with an Emphasis in Adult Gerontology o Emphasis in Family Nurse Practitioner o Emphasis in Health Informatics o Emphasis in Leadership in Health Care Systems o Emphasis in Nursing Education o Emphasis in Public Health Nursing • Organizational Leadership and Entrepreneurship • Professional Counseling • Psychology o Emphasis in Forensic Psychology o Emphasis in General Psychology o Emphasis in GeroPsychology o Emphasis in Health Psychology o Emphasis in Human Factors Psychology o Emphasis in Industrial and Organizational Psychology o Emphasis in Life Coaching • Sociology o Emphasis in Education Master of Social Work G r a d u a t e C e r t i f i c a t e s o f C o m p l e t i o n Graduate certificates of completion are designed for working professionals who hold a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree.

These programs provide the opportunity for students to gain credits in master’s -level coursework without having to enroll in and comp lete a graduate program of study. Coursework is designed to give students advanced knowledge and skills in a particular area of study that is pertinent to their career and life goals. • Biblical Foundations • Christian Counseling • Christian Theology • Forensic Ps ychology • GeroPsychology • Health Psychology • Human Factors Psychology • Industrial and Organizational Psychology • Life Coaching • Mental Health and Wellness o Community Mental Health Administration • Ministry Education • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages B a c c a l a u r e a t e P r o g r a m s Bachelor of Arts The Bachelor of Arts degree is granted to majors who complete all requirements in one the following areas: • Advertising and Graphic Design • Christian Studies o Emphasis in Biblical Studies o Emphasis in Global Ministry o Emphasis in Philosophy o Emphasis in Worship Leadership o Emphasis in Youth Ministry • Communication • Dance • Dance Education* • Digital Design o Emphasis in Animation o Emphasis in Web Design • Digital Film o Emphasis in Production o Emphasis in Screenwriting • English o Emphasis in Professional Writing • English for Secondary Education • Government o Emphasis in Legal Studies o Emphasis in State and Local Public Policy • History • History for Secondary Education • Music o Emphasis in Instrumental Performance o Emphasis in Piano Performance o Emphasis in Voice Performance • Music Education* Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 25 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. o Emphasis in Choral: Piano* o Emphasis in Choral: Voice* o Emphasis in Instrumental: Brass, Woodwind, Percussion, or Strings* o Emphasis in Instrumental: Piano* • Spanish • Theatre* o Emphasis in Theatre and Drama • Worship Arts o Emphasis in Media and Production Ministry o Emphasis in Worship Ministry * Initial Program – Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure Bachelor of Science The Bachelor of Science degree is granted to majors who complete all requirements in one the following areas: • Accounting • Applied Business Analytics • Applied Business Information Systems • Applied Management • Athletic Training • Behavioral Health Science o Emphasis in Childhood and Adolescence Disorders o Emphasis in Family Dynamics o Emphasis in Trauma • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology • Biology o Emphasis in Pre -Medicine o Emphasis in Pre -Pharmacy o Emphasis in Pre -Physical Therapy o Emphasis in Pre -Physician Assistant • Biology for Secondary Education • Biomedical Engineering • Business Administration • Business Analytics • Business for Secondary Education* • Business Information Systems • Business Management • Chemistry • Chemistry for Secondary Education* • Computer Programming • Computer Science o Emphasis in Big Data Analytics o Emphasis in Business Entrepreneurship o Emphasis in Game and Simulation Development • Counseling o Emphasis in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse • Cybersecurity • Early Childhood Education* • Early Childhood Edu cation and Early Childhood Special Education • Educational Studies¢ • Electrical Engineering • Electrical Engineering Technology • Elementary Education* o Emphasis in Christian Education o Emphasis in English as a Second Language* o Emphasis in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics • Elementary Education and Special Education* • Engineering o Emphasis in Robotics • Entrepreneurial Studies • Environmental Science • Exercise Science o Emphasis in Health Education o Emphasis in Sports Performan ce • Finance • Finance and Economics • Forensic Science • Health Care Administration • Health Information Management • Health Science o Emphasis in Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care • Homeland Security and Emergency Management • Hospitality Management • Infor mation Technology o Emphasis in Cybersecurity • Justice Studies • Marketing and Advertising • Mathematics for Secondary Education* • Mechanical Engineering • Mechanical Engineering Technology • Nursing o Emphasis in Pre -Licensure o Emphasis in RN to BSN • Nutritional Sciences • Physical Education • Psychology o Emphasis in Forensic Psychology o Emphasis in Performance and Sport Psychology • Public Health • Sociology o Emphasis in Social Work • Sports Management • Supply Chain and Logistics Management * Initial Program – Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure ¢ Initial Program – Does Not Lead to Initial Teacher Licensure Undergraduate Diploma/Certificate - Undergraduate • C#.NET Programming • Cybersecurity Foundations • Java Programming Minors • Accounting • Air Force (ROTC) • Army (ROTC) • Athletic Coaching • Behavioral Health Sciences • Biblical Studies • Business Management • Christian Studies • Communication • Counseling • Cybersecurity • Dance • Dance Education • Database -Driven Web -Based Applications Development • Digital Design Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 26 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. • Digital Film • E-Business Applications Developmen t • Enterprise Applications Development • Entrepreneurial Studies • Finance and Economics • General Business • Hospitality Management • Human Services Case Management • Literature • Marketing • Music – Instrumental • Music – Piano • Music – Vocal • Networking Technology • Philosophy • Pre -Law • Pre -Medicine • Professional Writing • Public Administration • Social Work • Sports Management • Spanish • Theatre • Worship Arts Note: Students should contact a University Counselor or Student Services Counselor for more information about program availability . Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 27 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Admission Policies and Applicati on Procedures O v e r v i e w Applications for admission to Grand Canyon University are considered primarily in light of the applicants’ academic qualif ications. Qualified applicants willing to uphold the University’s vision and mission, and open to the possibility of spiritual as well as intellectual development are encouraged to apply. Although the University seeks to integrate Christian faith and practice into all aspects of campus l ife, no s tatement of faith or religious affiliation is required of prospective students with the exception of majors and minors in the College of Theology. Theology majors and minors are required to affirm the University’s Doctrinal and Ethical Positions Statement s, the College’s Covenant , and the Dispositional and Behavioral Standards . Grand Canyon University does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law in its programs and activities. B a c c a l a u r e a t e A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s All students must submit either acceptable high school or college transcripts to be considered for full admission into the University. If students cannot meet the GPA requirements with t heir transcripts, but have test scores or a college -GPA that meets admissions requirements, students may be eligible for full admission. If both the degree -bearing transcript and the test scores do not meet admission requirements, students may be Accepted with Specifications . 1. Degree -bearing, secondary (high school) transcript: • An unweighted GPA of 3.00 or above o Home school transcripts from a state that recognizes home schooling as a valid secondary school option. o Students who reside in a state without home schooling as a valid secondary school option will be Accepted with Specifications . 2. General Education Development (GED) and transcripts of all credit -bearing course work: • 2014 Series and later: Cumulative score of 680 or above • 2002 -2013 Series: Cumulative score of 3000 or above • 2002 Series and prior: Cumulative score of 258 or above 3. High School Equivalency Test (HiSET): • Traditional and Nontraditional campus: Cumulative score of 80 or above; and transcripts of all credit -bearing course work 4. State Equivalency Diploma: • Traditional and Nontraditional campus: Students will be Accepted with Specifications . 5. Self -Certification (Nontraditional campus only): • Per HEA Sec. 484(d), 34 CFR 668.32(e), students are allowed to self -certify that they received a high school diploma or high school equivalency certificate. If students self -certify, th ey will not be required to submit a copy of their high school diploma/transcripts to Grand Canyon University, unless specifically required to do so. Students who self -certify will be Accepted with Specificat ions . Acceptance If students cannot meet the GPA requirements with their transcripts, but have test scores or a college -GPA that meets admissions requirements, students will be eligible for full admission. Otherwise students will be Accepted with Specifications . 1. Test Scores: • An unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher and composite score of 19 or above on the ACT. GCU ACT code is 0092 • An unweighted GPA of 2.5 or higher and composite score from one of the tests listed below on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT). GCU SAT code is 4331. Effective Dates Point Scale Composite Score Prior to 2005 1600 point scale 920 or above January 1, 2005 - February 29, 2016 2400 point scale 1380 or above March 1, 2016 and forward 1600 point scale 1000 or above 2. College GPA: • Post -secondary (college) transcript(s) showing 6 to 24 transferable credits with an unweighted GPA of 2.75 or above • Post -secondary (college) transcript(s) showing 25 to 90 transferable credits with an unweighted GPA of 2.25 or above. • Post -secondary (college) transcript(s) indicating an earned bachelor degree with an unweighted GPA of 2.00 or above. Applicants who do not meet one of the above criteria may be Accepted with Specifications . Placement Exams for Mathematics Traditional Campus Students All incoming, traditional freshmen must complete either the GCU Algebra Placement Exam or the GCU College Mathematics Placement Exam before enrolling in a math course higher than MAT -110. Additionally, if a transfer student wants to place higher than MAT -110, the student is required to take the appropriate math placement exam unless they have transferred in a grade of C or better for an approved prerequisite, from a regionally accredited or GCU approved institution. The appropriate placement exam is dependent on the math requirement of each program of study. Students need to work with their advisor to determine the correct exam to comp lete. Students who complete the GCU College Mathematics Placement Exam will be placed according to the following guidelines: Score Course 100 – 50 Placement into MAT -144 49 – 0 Placement into MAT -110 Students who complete the GCU Algebra Placement Exam will be placed according to the following guidelines: Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 28 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Score Course 100 – 90 Placement into MAT -252/MAT -262/MAT -351 89 – 70 Placement into MAT -250/MAT -261 69 – 40 Placement into MAT -134/MAT -154 39 – 0 Placement into MAT -110 Placement Exams for English Traditional Campus Students Traditional campus students who have not met the appropriate competencies for English are required to take UNV -100. Students wishing to waive this prerequisite course can select one of the following options which will al low them to register directly into ENG -105. Course Prerequisite Requirement Options ENG -105 Prerequisites 1. Passing grade in AP English Coursework on the student’s HS transcript. 2. Passing grade for UNV -100. 3. Receive a score of 550 or higher on the critical reading section of the College Board SAT™ Reasoning Test taken March 2005 to June 2011. 4. Receive a score of 500 or higher on the critical reading section of the College Board SAT™ Reasoning Test effective Summer/Fall 2011. 5. Receive a score of 680 or higher on the writing section of the SAT Reasoning Test taken March 2005 or later. 6. Receive a score of 550 or higher on the verbal section of the College Board SAT I: Reasoning Test taken between April 1995 and January 2005. 7. Receive a score of 680 or higher on the College Board SAT II: Writing Test taken between May 1998 and January 2005. 8. Receive a score of 22 or higher on the enhanced ACT® English Test taken October 1989 or later. 9. Receive a score of 70% on the GCU English Placement Exam. B a c c a l a u r e a t e D e g r e e a n d U n d e r g r a d u a t e C e r t i f i c a t e P r o g r a m m a t i c A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s Grand Canyon University recommends a certain level of academic preparation to provide a solid foundation for undergraduate success. To promote success, admission to the University does not necessarily guarantee admission to some programs of study for which the standards are more rigorous.

Students desiring to be admitted into these programs should review the additional program requirements listed below. Colangelo Coll ege of Business Bridge to the Master of Science in Accounting All entering students must have an Undergraduate degree in a business discipline or Graduate degree in business administration.

Students need to meet the following Master of Science in Accountin g (MSA) fundamental courses: ACC -250, ACC -350, ACC -370, ACC -371, ACC -460, and ACC -491. Students who have taken courses with equivalent content may be able to waive one or more of these MSA fundamental courses into the program of study upon evaluation of th eir official transcripts. Only courses with equivalent content and grades earned of C or better will be accepted to waive the MSA fundamental courses. College of Fine Arts and Production Bachelor of Arts in Music Bachelor of Arts in Music Education Prospec tive students seeking admission to Grand Canyon University as music majors should have a background in reading and performing music. To gain admission into the program, a student must meet the general admission requirement of the university along with the requirements below. 1. The successful completion of a music theory assessmen t exam , which can be completed at the traditional campus or online . 2. An audition in the primary area of study (keyboard, voice or instrumental) , which can be completed at the traditional campus or by recorded audition . The candidate must demonstrate musical performance strength and skills that can be developed to enable the student to successfully complete the degree requirements of music major as stated in the curriculum. The student must demonstrate musical ability that can be developed through his/her undergraduate music studies to successfully serve as a professional in his major area of emphasis. Any student interested in auditioning must contact the office of the Assistant Dean of Music or designee in order to arrange an audition. College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Students can enroll into the Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. However, admission into the clinical portion of the Athletic Training Education program is competitive. Not all applicants will be admitted and able to progress forward in the program. Students need to review the Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Clinical Requirements and understand th e application deadlines to participate in the clinical portion of the program. Students can also view the clinical requirements on http://www.gc u.edu/College -of-Nursing -and -Health -Care - Professions/Athletic -Training -Program.php . Acceptance is determined by the Athletic Training Education Clinical Requirements and availability of clinical spaces. Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences: Professional Development and Advanced Patient Care Applicants to the program must meet one of the following criteria: 1. Possess an Associate degree from an accredited, GCU - approved college, university, or program that prepares students to acquire the necessary state, loc al, or national credentials required of allied health professionals involved in direct patient care. 2. Submit a state, local, or national credential/certificate/license issued by a sanctioned licensure/credentialing body, certifying that they are approved to practice as one of the following allied Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 29 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. health professionals involved in patient health assessment or treatment: • Medical Technician/Patient Care Technician • Diagnostic Technician (Sonography, Radiology, Nuclear) • Lab / Phlebotomy Technician • Physical Therapy Assistant/Technician • Occupational Therapy Assistant/Technician • Cardiovascular Technician • Respiratory Technician • Surgical (OR) Assistant • Emergency Technician • Pharmacy Technician • Nursing Assistant (CNA) • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) • Licensed Vocational Nur se (LVN) 3. Health care work experience in which applicants have demonstrated requisite knowledge and skills required of allied health professional to provide direct patient care. Competencies for allied health care providers are listed below: • Performing basic diagnostic and therapeutic health care services • Preparing patients for procedures • Assisting nursing and medical personnel with examinations • Carrying out Pre -operative and post -operative duties • Collecting and processing laboratory specimens • Preparing and maintaining medical records • Scheduling and receiving patients • Maintaining asepsis and infection control • Maintaining medical equipment and supplies • Providing therapeutic care related to nutrition, ambulation, rehabilitation and activities of daily livin g • Performing first aid and CPR OR 4. Submit military documentation demonstrating satisfactory completion of Medical Military Occupational Specialty Training. Bac helor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) Degree -Bearing Candidates: • Possess an associate’s degree i n nursing from an accredited, GCU -approved college, university, or program. • Submit official transcripts bearing evidence of a cumulative GPA of 2.8. • Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN). o Canadian providence (exclu ding Quebec) candidates must also possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN) where they are employed as a RN. ▪ Complete the RN -BSN Canadian Nurse Verification Form. ▪ Meet the International Student Application Procedures . Non Degree -Bearing/Nursing Diploma Candidates: • Submit proof of successful completion of a state board approved nursing program. • Submit official transcripts bearing evidence of a cumulative GPA of 2.8. • Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN). o Canadian providence (excluding Quebec) candidates must also possess a current unencum bered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN) where they are employed as a RN. ▪ Complete the RN -BSN Canadian Nurse Verification Form. ▪ Meet the International Student Application Procedures . • Be prepared to transfer or complete the following general education competencies that are not integrated into the program core with a minimum grade of “C” (2.00). o 6 credit s in Effective Communication (Recommended GCU course: ENG 105: English Composition I) o 5 credits of Critical Thinking (Recommended GCU course: MAT 144 :College Mathematics ) Non Degree -Bearing/Vocational Nursing Candidates: • Submit documentation of official evaluation of vocational nurse training by University -approved transcript evaluation service. • Submit official transcripts bearing evidence of a cumulative GPA of 2.8. • Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN). • Vocation al nurse training with RN licensure will be awarded 30 block credits. • Complete the coursework listed below. Coursework can be fulfilled by transfer courses if the content is comparable. o 40 credits of General Education coursework o AND o ENG -135: Life Learning Assessment o UNV -104: Century Skills: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving o HLT -205: Health Care Systems and Transcultural Healthcare o MAT -144 : College Mathematics • Healthcare preparatory coursework is required however; transfer will be a ccepted for exact cour se match. Coursework Credits Vocational Nursing Block Credit 30 General Education 40 Healthcare Preparatory 14 RN -BSN Program 36 Total program requirements 120 Bridge to Master of Science in Nursing 1. All MSN bridge program candidates must meet the Master Admission Requirements and provide evidence of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited, GCU -approved college, university or program reflecting a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above. 2. Candidates must provide evidence of a current, unencumbered license in the: • State of residence upon admission to the program and for the duration of their study or • Canadian province (excluding Quebec) where they are employed a s an RN. • Complete the MSN Canadian Nurse Verification Form. • Meet the International Student Application Procedure s. College of Science, Engineering, and Technology Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering Bachelor of Science in Engineering Bachelor of S cience in Mechanical Engineering Students must place i nto MAT -154, Appl ications of College Algebra, by meeting the minimum score requirement on the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 30 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Placement Exam or fulfilling the course pre requisites. Undergraduate Certificate of Completion in Cybersecurity Foundations Immersive Campus Admission to the Immersive Camp us program is competitive, and dependent upon space and stack ranking scores. In addition to meeting the University admissions requirements, students interested in the immersive version of Certificate of Completion in Cybersecurity Foundations must also s uccessfully meet the following admissions requirements: • Academic Essay : Candidates must complete a 250 -500 word essay on an assigned topic and must achieve a minimum essay score based on academic writing skills and coverage of the topic. • Foundational Networking Quiz or Demonstration of Comparable Knowledge : Students must demonstrate basic networking understanding by one of the following: o A timed, in -person networking quiz (minimum passing score of “68%” required) o A current certification in Network+ or CCNA o The completion of TWO 100 -level college networking classes with a “B” or greater, and approval from a faculty member. • Interview : Candidates must meet with staff and or faculty for a personal interview and must achieve a minimum interview score. Proces s: 1. Students have 7 days from midnight on the application date to complete and submit the academic essay of 250 -500 words. Candidates unsuccessful in meeting the submission deadline or the minimum score may make one additional attempt.

Unsuccessful students will be notified the missed minimum score and may resubmit the essay but will not be provided specific information on the failing components. 2. The second attempt may be made for the same application period provided there is time to receive and score the e ssay as well as schedule the quiz and interview prior to class deadlines. 3. Students who pass the essay may be scheduled for the required in-person quiz. Students who fail to meet the minimum quiz score or arrive 15 or more minutes late for their quiz may be denied admission for that application period. Students may retake the quiz one additional time provided there is time to receive and score the quiz as well as schedule the interview prior to class deadlines. 4. Students who pass the essay and the quiz may b e scheduled for the required interview. Students who fail to meet the minimum interview score or arrive 15 or more minutes late for their interview may be denied admission for that application period.

Students may interview only once per admission period. 5. Scores from all three components will be stack -ranked, and students will be accepted based on space available. In a tie, the interview score will determine final admission decisions. All admissions steps must be repeated each application period. If a candi date has not been accepted after two application periods, the student may not re -apply for one year from the last unsuccessful attempt. Undergraduate Certificate of Completion in Java Programming Immersive Campus Admission to the Immersive Campus program i s competitive, dependent upon space, and stack ranking scores. In addition to the meeting the University admissions requirements, students interested in the immersive version of Certificate of Completion in Java Programming must also successfully meet the following admissions requirements: • Coding Challenge : Students must demonstrate the aptitude for coding and meet minimum scores on a Coding Challenge (minimum score of “2” on a scale of 1 -5, with 5 representing the highest score) • Logic Challenge : Students must demonstrate logic ability and complete a 12 -question Logic Challenge (minimum score of “6” required) • Interview : Candidates must meet with staff and or faculty for a personal interview and must achieve a minimum interview score. Process: 1. Students have 7 days from midnight on the application date to complete and submit both Challenges. Candidates unsuccessful in meeting the submission deadline or the minimum score of either or both Challenges may make one additional attempt. Unsuccessful students will be notified as to which Challenge(s) missed the minimum score and may retake one or both Challenges, but will not be provided specific information on the failing components. 2. The second attempt may be made for the same application period provided there is t ime to receive and score the challenge(s), as well as schedule the interview prior to class deadlines. 3. Students who pass the Coding and Logic Challenge may be scheduled for the required interview. Students who fail to meet the minimum interview score o r arrive 15 or more minutes late for their interview will be denied admission for that application period. Students may interview only once per admission period. 4. Scores from all three components will be stack -ranked and students will be accepted based o n space available. Upon a tie, the interview score will determine final admissions decisions. Each application period, all admissions steps must be repeated. If a candidate has not been accepted after two application periods, the student may not re -apply f or one year from their last unsuccessful attempt. College of Theology All Programs Theology majors and minors are required to affirm the University’s Doctrinal Statement and the College’s Covenant.

Students must complete this by signing the Enrollment Agre ement for their program of study. Doctrinal and Ethical Positions Statements, the College’s Covenant, and the College’s Dispositional and Behavioral Standards. These documents serve to clarify and underscore the College’s commitment to the essential doctri nes of the Christian faith and its concern to exemplify these doctrines in life and ministry. Together, these documents outline the Covenantal Standards of the theological community at GCU. Students must complete this requirement by signing these documents within the application for their program of study. Students may be denied admission or removed from the program based on the following: • Failure to affirm and align with the College’s Covenantal Standards as outlined in the Doctrinal and Ethical Positions Statements, the College’s Covenant, and/or the College’s Dispositional and Behavioral Standards. • Display of dispositions and/or behavior that do not align with the College’s Covenantal Standards during the course of the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 31 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. admissions process or during the cou rse of their time at the institution. • A history of behavior that is contrary to the Covenantal Standards and unbecoming of a gospel minister. Accelerated Undergraduate Degree to Master of Divinity Traditional campus students in the Bachelor of Arts in Chri stian Studies program who want to participate in the Accelerated Bachelor of Arts to Master of Divinity option, may complete graduate level courses as part of their undergraduate degree. The Accelerated Undergraduate Degree to Master of Divinity is designe d to prepare students on the ground campus for ministry in a local church or Christian organization. This program requires completion of a specified Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Divinity Program following a year -round program of study (Fall, Spring, Su mmer semesters). Students may apply for consideration to the accelerated pathway while applying to the university. The Accelerated Undergraduate to Master of Divinity pathway is rigorous, both academically and spiritually, with a strong emphasis on vocatio nal preparation for ministry. Students who choose to apply for this program should understand the additional policies students must adhere to in order to be admitted, progress, and graduate from the program. Students who cannot meet the academic rigor of t he courses and prioritize time -demanding aspects of the program will have a difficult time meeting the requirements of the program. Students acknowledge their intent to enroll in this pathway upon initial application to the university. They must also complete the Accelerated Undergraduate Degree to Master of Divinity Request Form after the completion of 72 degree applicable credits. In order to complete this form, students must meet the following: • Be enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studie s program • Possess a 3.25 enrollment cumulative GPA • Complete the Accelerated Undergraduate Degree to Master of Divinity Request Form Once approved, students must complete the graduate level coursework with a passing grade. Grades earned will be calculated i nto the graduate GPA. Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry Prospective students seeking admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts with an Emphasis in Worship Ministry should possess a measure of musical skill as w ell as an aptitude for musical performance. To gain admission into the program, a student must meet the general admission requirement of the University along with an audition in the primary area of study (voice or instrumental), which can be completed by submitting a recorded audition. The candidate must demonstrate musical performance strength and skills that can be developed to enable the student to successfully complete the degree requirements of the Worship Ministry emphasis as stated in the curriculum . The student must demonstrate musical ability that can be developed through his/her undergraduate studies to successfully serve as a worship leader in his or her field. In order to demonstrate this ability, students must submit a recorded audition to the office of the Worship Arts Coordinator or a designee before admission to the program may be approved. Honors College Admission into the Honors College is competitive and determined by the criteria listed below and availability of spaces. Incoming freshman students are eligible for acceptance into the Honors College if they meet the following criteria: 1. Be admitted into the University 2. Possess 23 college level credits or fewer AND • Possess a minimum weighted or unweighted, cumulative high school GPA of 3.9 OR • ACT composite score of 31 or above OR • SAT score (combined critical readi ng and math) of 1410 or above 3. Students must formally accept their seat through the Student Checklist housed in the GCU Student Portal, or by emailing [email protected] All other students must apply. To be eligible for acceptance into the Honors College, students must meet all of the following : 1. Be admitted into the University 2. Complete the Honors College application 3. Complete a written essay demonstrating passion for community service and leadership 4. Submit at least two (2) professional letters of recommendation (i.e., faculty/teacher or employer, non -family members) 5. Submit copy of current resume to include both employment and community service In addition, student s must meet one of the following: 1. Incoming freshman student • Possess 23 college level credits or fewer AND • Possess a minimum weighted or unweighted , cumulative high school GPA of 3. 7 OR • ACT composite scor e of 27 or above OR • SAT score (combined critical reading and math) of 1 295 or above 2. External T ransfer student • Possess 24 college level credits or more AND • Possess a minimum unweighted cumulative college GPA of 3.5 3. Internal T ransfer student • Possess less tha n 36 completed college credits, AND • Possess a minimum unweighted , cumulative GCU GPA of 3.5 All applications are subject to review and consideration by the Honors College Department. Upon acceptance into the Honors College, students must review and sign th e Honors College Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and complete the Honors Enrollment Agreement. B r i d g e A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s Bridge program candidates must meet the Master Admission Requirements and provide evidence of a bachelor’s degree from an accred ited, GCU -approved college, university or program. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 32 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. M a s t e r D e g r e e a n d G r a d u a t e C e r t i f i c a t e A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s All students must submit baccalaureate bearing college transcripts to meet the admission requirements of the University.

Additionally, if students cannot meet the GPA requirements with their transcripts, but have a test score that meets admissions requirem ents, students will be eligible for full admission. If both the degree -bearing transcript and the test scores do not meet admissions requirements, students may be eligible to be admitted based on the Standard s for Admission with Specification . Transcripts (Required): • Undergraduate degree from an accredited, GCU -approved college, university, or program with a grade point average of 2.8 or better on the degree -bearing transcript • Graduate degree from an accredited, GCU -approved college, university, or program Test Scores (Optional): Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT): • Score of 500. Graduate Record Examination (GRE): • Prior to 8/1/11: Combined score of 1,000 for the verbal and quantitative secti ons. • After 8/1/11: Combined score of 300 for the verbal and quantitative sections. M a s t e r D e g r e e a n d G r a d u a t e C e r t i f i c a t e P r o g r a m m a t i c A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s Some programs of study at Grand Canyon University require a higher GPA and/or other criteria t o qualify for admission. Students who do not meet outlined Programmatic Admission Requirements must file a University appeal in order for alternative coursework to be reviewed by the applicable College. Colan gelo College of Business Master of Science in Accounting All entering students must have completed one of the following: • Undergraduate degree in accounting • GCU’s Bridge to Master of Science in Accounting Master of Science in Information Technology Manageme nt All entering students must have completed one of the following: • Undergraduate or graduate degree in a technology related field • GCU’s Bridge to Master of Science in Information Technology Management Master of Business Administration & Master of Science i n Leadership Master of Business Administration Master of Science in Organizational Leadership and Entrepreneurship The programs listed above begin with fundamental courses that prepare students for the curricular content that they will encounter within their programs of study. All students undergo transcript evaluations. If they have earned grades of C or better in equivalent course content, students with non -business undergraduate degrees may have the option to waive one or more of the following fundame ntal courses associated with their programs of study: ACC -502, FIN -504, and SYM -506. Upon evaluation of their transcripts, students with business -oriented undergraduate degrees may waive all MBA fundamental courses.

In those cases when students have been r egistered for the 600 - level courses before their transcript evaluations have been completed, the University reserves the right to retroactively enroll students in the 500 -level fundamental courses as needed. Master of Business Administration & Master of Sc ience in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership The programs listed above contain fundamental courses that prepare students for the curricular content that they will encounter within their programs of study. All students undergo transcript evaluati ons. If they have earned grades of C or better in equivalent course content, students with non -business undergraduate degrees may have the option to waive one or both of the following fundamental courses associated with their programs of study: ACC -502 and FIN -504. Upon evaluation of their transcripts, students with a business discipline undergraduate degrees may waive both MBA fundamental courses. In those cases when students have been registered for the 600 -level courses before their transcript evaluation s have been completed, the University reserves the right to retroactively enroll students in the 500 -level fundamental courses as needed. Master of Science in Business Analytics Upon evaluation of their official transcripts, students who have taken courses with equivalent content at the undergraduate level may be able to waive SYM -506. Only courses with equivalent content and earned grades of C or better will be allowed to waive SYM -506. College of Education Graduate Certificate of Completion in Elem entary Education Teacher Preparation Graduate Certificate of Completion in Secondary Education Teacher Preparation Master of Science in Instructional Technology A copy of a current K -12 teaching certificate or 1 year of verified, full -time teaching (teache r of record) experience (Teacher Verification Form). Master of Education in Educational Administration Two (2) years of verified, full -time PK-12 teaching (teacher of record) experience (Teacher Verification Form) . Master of Education in Educational Leader ship A copy of a current PK -12 teaching certificate or verified, full - time teaching (teacher of record) experience (Teacher Verification Form) . Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 33 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction Master of Arts in Gifted Education Master of Arts in Reading Maste r of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Graduate Certificate of Completion in Reading for Elementary Educators Graduate Certificate of Completion in Reading for Secondary Educators Graduate Certificate of Completion in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) A copy of a current teaching certificate or evidence of 1 year of full -time teaching (teacher of record) experience (Teacher Verification Form). Master of Arts in Autism Spectrum Disorders 1. A copy of a current special education teaching certificate . OR 2. Documentation of 1 year of full -time, special education teaching (teacher of record) experie nce (Teacher Verification Form). College of Humanities and Social Sciences Bridge to Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor E ducation and Supervision Students not having a CACREP approved Master’s Degree will be able to fulfill no more than 4 of the entry -level core curricular standards or professional practice standards through the PhD CES Bridge program offered in conjunction with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences: The student may choose from : • Human Growth and Development • Assessment and Testing • Research and Program Evaluation • Career Development • Professional Counseling Orientation and Ethical Practice • Social and Cultural Diversity • Counseling and Helping Relationships • Group Counseling and group Work • Practicum Master of Education in School Counseling Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling 1. GPA of 3.0 or higher (students accepted w/ specification will follow the current university policy) 2. Complete two short answer questions concerning career goals, and a respect for diversity. 3. Provide two professional recommendation letters from previous/current volunteer or employ ment supervisor or instructor. 4. Provide signed counseling dispositions document. Final acceptance into the program will be determined by the College of Humanities and Social Sciences Admissions Committee. An offer of admission will be valid for 12 months from the start date of the program. Appli cants denied admission may reapply after 180 days. *Please refer to Programmatic evaluation of Transfer Credit section program specific courses that are not transferrable. Master of Science in Mathematics with an Emphasis in Education 1. A Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics OR 2. At least 24 UG credits in math with a level of Calculus 2 OR 3. At least 9 GR credits in math Post -Master of Science in Counseling: Addiction Counseling Certificate Post - Master of Science in Counseling: Childhood and Ad olescence Disorders Certificate Post -Master of Science in Counseling: Marriage and Family Therapy Certificate Post -Master of Science in Counseling: Trauma Certificate Students must possess a master’s or doctorate degree in counseling, substance abuse couns eling, clinical or counseling psychology, marriage and family therapy, behavioral health, mental health, clinical social work, nursing, and/or psychiatry medicine . College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurs e Practitioner with an Emphasis in Adult -Gerontology (ACNP) Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) 1. Students must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from a CCNE/NLNAC or ACEN accredited program reflecting a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale) on a degree bearing transcript. OR Candidates who possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field may apply if they have completed the bridge to MSN (excluding Nursing Concurrent Enrollment Program [NCEP] students). 2. Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a regis tered nurse (RN) or APRN certif ication in states where the APRN is an upgrade of the RN license resulting in only one licens e that is both an RN and an APRN license . 3. Students must s ubmit a recent curriculum vitae (CV) listing all professional experience showing a minimum of two years full - time work experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) within the last two years, related to the area of specialization. 4. Students must submit a Letter of Intent Final acceptance into the program will be determined by the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Admissions Committee. An offer of admission will be valid for 12 months from the start date of the program. Applicants denied admission may reapply after 180 days. The Advanced Practice Programs in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions are designed for clinicians that have experience in direct patient care, defined as nursing care provided to individuals or families intended to achieve specific health goals or achieve selected health outcomes. Direct care may be provided in a wide range of settings, including acute and critical care, long term care, home health, community -based settings, and educational settings (AACN, 2004, 2006; Suby, 2009; Upenieks, Ak havan, Kotlerman et al., 2007). Please note that nurses who work in indirect patient care are not eligible for these programs.

Indirect patient care refers to nursing decisions, actions, or interventions that are provided through or on behalf of individual s, families, or groups and while they may be responsible for nurses providing direct care, they do not provide direct care themselves, making them ineligible for the program (AACN, 2004, 2006; Suby, 2009; Upenieks, Akhavan, Kotlerman et al., 2007). Based o n the purpose of these programs, students must be currently employed full -time in a health role or Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 34 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. health outcomes role, and have documentation demonstrating experience serving in that role for the two years prior to application to the program. • Students ap plying to the Family Nurse Practitioner program, must be currently employed full -time in direct patient care settings as mentioned above • Students applying to the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program must be currently employed full -time in a hospital with at least one year of ICU , Adult ER, Progressive Care and/or Post -Operative experience. Students must submit a recent curriculum vitae (CV) listing all professional experience. Students must remain employed full time until program start date. Although it is possible for students to work full -time and remain in the program, based on the rigor and clinical requirements The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions strongly recommends that students reduce work hours in order to focus on the academic and cl inical components of the program. Students who cannot meet the academic rigor of the courses, as well as prioritize time -demanding program requirements above all else, will likely have a difficult time meeting the requirements of the program . Addendum: APR N applicants are required to be fully accepted. APRN students cannot be admitted with specifications. * Please refer to Programmatic Evaluation of Transfer Credit section program specific courses that are not transferrable Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Public Health Master of Business Administration and Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems Ma ster of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Health Care Informatics Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Education 1. Students must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from a CCNE/NLNAC or ACEN accredited program reflecti ng a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale) on a degree bearing transcript. OR Candidates who possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field may apply if they have completed the bridge to MSN (including Nursing Concurrent Enrollmen t Program [NCEP] students). 2. Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN) or ARNP certification in states where the ARNP is an upgrade of the RN license resulting in only one license that is both an RN and an ARNP license. . • Canadian province (excluding Quebec) where they are employed as an RN. ▪ Complete the MSN C anadian Nurse Verification Form ▪ Meet the International Student Application Procedures Master of Science in Health Care Administration Upon evaluation of their official transcripts, students who have taken courses with equivalent content at the undergraduate level may waive one or more of the following MSHCA Foundational courses in the program of study: HCA -515, HLT -520, and HCA - 530. Only courses with equivalent content and grades earned of B- or better will be accepted to waive the MSHCA Foundational courses. Master of Scien ce in Health Informatics Upon evaluation of the official transcripts, students who have taken courses with equivalent content at the undergraduate level may be able to waive SYM -506. Only courses with equivalent content and earned grades of C or better wil l be allowed to waive SYM -506 . Master of Science in Health Care Informatics Upon evaluation of their official transcripts, students who have taken courses with equivalent content at the undergraduate level may waive one or more of the following MHCI founda tional courses in their program of study: HLT -520, HCA -515, and HCA -530. Only courses with equivalent content and grades earned of B - or better will be accepted to waive the MHCI foundational courses. Pos t-Master of Science in Nursing with an Emphasis in Nursing Education Certificate 1. Students must hold a Master of Science in Nursing (M SN) degree from a CCNE/NLNAC or ACEN accredited program reflecting a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale) on a degree bearing transcript. 2. Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted license as a registered nurse (RN) or ARNP certification in states where the ARNP is an upgrade of the RN license resulting in only one license that is both an RN and an ARNP license. . • Canadian province (excluding Quebec) where they are employed as an RN. ▪ Complete the MSN C anadian Nurse Verification Form ▪ Meet the International Student Application Procedures Post -Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Post -Master of Science in Nursing: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with an Emphasis in Adult -Gerontology Certificate 1. Stu dents must hold a Master of Science in Nursing (M SN) degree from a CCNE/NLNAC or ACEN accredited program reflecting a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale) on a degree bearing transcript. 2. Possess a current unencumbered, unrestrict ed licen se as a registered nurse (RN). 3. Students must submit a recent curriculum vitae (CV) listing all professional experience showing a minimum of one year full - time work experience as a Registered Nurse (RN), related to the area of specialization. 4. Studen ts must submit a Letter of Intent. Final acceptance into the program will be determined by the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions Admissions Committee. An offer of admission will be valid for 12 months from the start date of the program. App licants denied admission may reapply after 180 days. The Advanced Practice Programs in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions are designed for clinicians that have experience in direct patient care, defined as nursing care provided to individu als or families intended to achieve specific health goals or achieve selected health outcomes. Direct care may be provided in a wide range of settings, including acute and critical care, long term care, home health, community -based settings, and educationa l settings (AACN, 2004, 2006; Suby, 2009; Upenieks, Akhavan, Kotlerman et al., 2007). Please note that nurses who work in indirect patient care are not eligible for these programs.

Indirect patient care refers to nursing decisions, actions, or Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 35 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. intervention s that are provided through or on behalf of individuals, families, or groups and while they may be responsible for nurses providing direct care, they do not provide direct care themselves, making them ineligible for the program (AACN, 2004, 2006; Suby, 200 9; Upenieks, Akhavan, Kotlerman et al., 2007). Based on the purpose of these programs, students must be currently employed full -time in a health role or health outcomes role, and have documentation demonstrating experience serving in that role for the two years prior to application to the program. • Students applying to the Family Nurse Practitioner program, must be currently employed full -time in direct patient care settings as mentioned above • Students applying to the Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program must be currently employed full -time in a hospital with at least one year of ICU , Adult ER, Progressive Care and/or Post -Operative experience. Students must submit a recent curriculum vitae (CV) listing all professional experience. Students must remain emp loyed full time until program start date. Although it is possible for students to work full -time and remain in the program, based on the rigor and clinical requirements The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions strongly recommends that students re duce work hours in order to focus on the academic and clinical components of the program. Students who cannot meet the academic rigor of the courses, as well as prioritize time -demanding program requirements above all else, will likely have a difficult tim e meeting the requirements of the program College of Science, Engineering, and Technology Master of Science in Biology with an Emphasis in Education 1. Undergraduate degree in Biology, Microbiology Physiology, Biochemistry, Cellular/Molecular Biology, or Gene tics OR Undergraduate degree in Secondary Education with a specialization or emphasis in Biology OR Undergraduate degree and completion of 1 year of undergraduate General Biology . Master of Science in Chemistry with an Emphasis in Education 1. Undergraduate degree in Chemistry OR Undergraduate degree in Secondary Education with a specialization or emphasis in Chemistry OR Undergraduate degree and completion of 1 year of undergraduate Organic Chemistry and a course in Biochemistry . Master of Science in Cybers ecurity 1. Undergraduate or Graduate degree in a technology related field OR Undergraduate or graduate degree in a non -technology field and a GCU’s Bridge to Master of Science in Cybersecurity . College of Theology All Programs Grand Canyon Theological Seminary students are required to affirm GCU’s Doctrinal and Ethical Positions Statements, the College of Theology’s Covenant, and the College of Theology’s Dispositional and Behavioral Standards. These documents serve to clarify and underscore the College ’s commitment to the essential doctrines of the Christian faith and its concern to exemplify these doctrines in life and ministry. Together, these documents outline the Covenantal Standards of the seminary community at GCU. Students must complete this requ irement by signing these documents within the application for their program of study.

Students may be denied admission or removed from the program based on the following: • Failure to affirm and align with the College of Theology’s Covenantal Standards as ou tlined in the Doctrinal and Ethical Positions Statements, the College’s Covenant, and/or the College’s Dispositional and Behavioral Standards. • Display of dispositions and/or behavior that do not align with the College’s Covenantal Standards during the cour se of the admissions process or during the course of their time at the institution. • A history of behavior that is contrary to the Covenantal Standards and unbecoming of a gospel minister. Post -Master of Arts in Theology: Introductory Biblical Languages Certificate In order to be eligible for admission to the program, students must possess a Master of Arts degree in Christian Studies, Biblical Studies, Theological Studies or Christian Ministry or a Master of Divinity from an approved academic institution. Students will be admitted only on the basis of a completed degree in a designated are of theology (i.e. an acceptable and appropriate theological background at the graduate level). Students who have completed a graduate or baccalaureate degree in Christia n Studies, Biblical Studies, Theological Studies, Christian Ministry, or some other GCU -approved, theologically based program are able to waive the fundamental courses: BIB - 501 and BIB -502. Master of Arts in Christian Leadership Master of Arts in Christian Ministry Master of Arts in Youth and Family Ministry Master of Arts in Urban Ministry Students who have completed a graduate or baccalaureate degree in Christian Studies, Biblical Studies, Theological Studies, Christian Ministry, or some other GCU -approve d, theologically based program are able to waive the fundamental courses: BIB - 501 and BIB -502. This includes graduates from GCU’s Bachelor of Arts in Worship Arts program. D o c t o r a l A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s Applicants to the doctoral programs may be accepte d for admission by meeting the full range of criteria for one of the options specified below. Have earned a doctoral degree or GCU -approved post -master’s program from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 3.4 or higher on the degree -bearing tra nscript. Applicants with a GPA less than 3.4 will be Accepted with Specification s. OR Have earned a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of 3.4 or higher in the degree on the degree -bearing transcript. Applicants with a GPA of 3.0 – 3.39 will be Accepted with Specification s. Applicants with a GPA below a 3.0 will not be accepted into the University. AND Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 36 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Submit a Letter of Intent of approximately 250 – 400 words. The Letter of Intent is designed to help learners begin their Doctoral Journey in a reflective and purposeful manner. D o c t o r a l P r o g r a m m a t i c A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s Some programs of study at Grand Canyon University require a higher GPA and/or other criteria to qualify for admission. Students who do not meet outlined Programmatic Admission Requirements must file a University appeal in order for alternative coursework to be revie wed by the applicable College . Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) All entering DBA learners must have either: 1. MBA 2. Non -MBA masters’ or doctoral degree including fundamental courses with a minimum 3.0 GPA, or a passing grade if the institution does not use a traditional A -F grading systems, in accounting, finance, marketing and statistics. At GCU these graduate level bu siness fundamentals may be met by taking ACC -502, FIN -504, MKT -607, and SYM -506. Students must earn a minimum 3.0 GPA in each course. Students have the option to take an exam to fulfill this requirement. More information can be obtained through a Doctoral University Counselor . The business fundamental courses must be met prior to starting doctoral level courses. Additionally, learners enrolling into the Data Analytics emphasis must also have a course on relational databases (such as SQL, MySQL, etc.) or an introductory course on database structures. This course can be graduate or undergraduate level. At GCU this may be met by taking MIS -605. Doctor of Education in Organization Leadership with an Emphasis in Special Education All students entering into the Do ctor of Education in Organizational Leadership with an Emphasis in Special Education must have an undergraduate, graduate or doctoral degree in education to be admitted into the program. Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) 1. Must hold a Master of Science in Nur sing (M SN) degree from a CCNE/NLNAC, ACEN or CNEA accredited program. 2. Possess a current unencumbered, unrestricted lice nse as a registered nurse (RN) or ARNP certification in states where the ARNP is an upgrade of the RN license resulting in only one lice nse that is both an RN and an ARNP license: • Canadian province (excluding Quebec), where they are employed as a RN. o Meet the International Student Application Procedures . Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Ed ucation and Supervision All learners entering the PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision program must have graduated from an approved Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) entry level institution Or, if lear ners have not graduated from a CACREP approved program, then they must meet both of the following requirements for entry: 1. Must be an either licensed or certified within their specialty, or sign an eDoc indicating their commitment to obtain licensure or cer tification before they enter their practicum experience. Students will not be allowed to start the practicum without this, and thus will be unable to complete the program. 2. Have graduated from a program the meets the requirements below: A: Learners missing any entry -level core curricular standards or professional practice standards have the opportunity to make these up through the PhD CES Bridge program offered in conjunction with the College of Humanities and Social Sciences . B: Students must show these co urses in their Masters degrees, or submit to CDS the syllabi indicating content to fulfill these competencies. In addition, learners must: 1. Must expand their letter of intent to include fitness for the profession, including self -awareness and emotional stability; cultural sensitivity and awareness which is approved by the Program Chair. The letter represents their potential for scholarship, pr ofessional leadership and cultural sensitivity . 2. Must submit three (3) professional recommendation letters.

One should be from a post -graduate supervisor familiar with their professional work (for the clinicians it must be from clinical supervisor, school c ounselors should be principal or A.P.), another needs to be from an instructor in their Master’s program and the third can be another work, another school, or a character reference. 3. Must participate in and pass a fifteen to thirty minute interview with the Program Chair or designee regarding their potential for scholarship, professional leadership, and advocacy. The interview covers, fitness for the profession, self -awareness, emotional stability philosophical orientation . N o n -D e g r e e P r o g r a m A d m i s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s HS Dual Enrollment Dual enrollment is an opportunity for high school students to take college courses in order to meet high school requirements. High school junior and senior students may enroll in college courses if they have a cur rent, minimum un -weighted cumulative high - school GPA of 3.0. High school sophomore students may enroll in college courses if they demonstrate readiness to participate in college level coursework with a current, minimum un -weighted cumulative high -school GP A of 3.25. Dual enrollment students must meet all course prerequisites. High school students may take a maximum of 60 credits (up to 15 courses). Earned college credit may later be applied toward a degree program at Grand Canyon University if they apply an d meet admission requirements as a baccalaureate degree student. Students should consider their undergraduate or graduate degree and career goals when assessing dual enrollment courses, especially modality. For example, some undergraduate degrees have sign ificant major requirements for which 60 credits of dual enrollment may not all apply. In other cases, some medical schools will not admit students who have taken courses online . Continuing Education The University offers Continuing Education courses design ed specifically for teachers in a 6-week, 3 -graduate credit format. These courses can be used for a variety of purposes; re - certification, salary scales, professional development, etc. but the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 37 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. student must check with their state and/or district to ensure transferability. Applications who wish to enroll in these courses must complete the Non -Degree Application. Non -degree seeking students may enroll in multiple courses. These courses will not transfer into a GCU degree program and will not be accepted for regular matriculation to the University. Single Course The University offers single -course registration to applicants who are not interested in enrolling in and completing a specific Program of Study. 1. Applicants who wish to enroll in either undergraduate or graduate courses must complete the Non -Degree Application. 2. Non -Degree seeking students may take a maximum of 24 credits (up to 6 courses). Exceptions to this policy require approval from the President, Provost or designee. 3. If additional credits are needed, students must enroll in a degree program. 4. Non -Degree seeking students may take up to two courses simultaneously. College -level credit earned may later be applied toward a degree program, except CEU courses, at Grand Canyon University, provided the student applies for admission and is accepted to the University. Applications for admission will be evaluated on an individual basis. If non -degree seeking students wish to complete a specific program of study, they must complete the standard Application for Admi ssion and fulfill, as appropriate, the Baccalaureate Admission Requirements or the Master Admission Requirements. Applications for admission will be evaluated on an individual basis. Students who reach 16 credits in a non - degree seeking status may be conta cted and encouraged to apply for University matriculation and to enter a specified degree program. Single Course(s) & Transfer Policy The following licensed professional counselors and non -licensed, non -degree students may take up to 24 single course credi ts, however no more than 12 credits may be from the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) or from the Master of Education in School Counseling (M.Ed.SC) program. • Professional counselors currently licensed in good standing as a cli nical mental health counselor, professional counselor, or school counselor • Currently licensed professional counselors or individuals currently enrolled in a clinical mental health counseling, professional counseling, or a school counseling program at a regionally accredited university • Currently enrolled students in a clinical mental health counseling, professional counseling, or a school counseling program at a regionally accredited university [However, graduate -level students enrolled in a program elsew here cannot take any practicum or internship courses, unless they are a graduate of GCU’s Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Master of Science in Professional Counseling, Master of Science in Christian Counseling (no emphasis), or Mast er of Education in School Counseling programs.] • Non -licensed, non -degree seeking students may not take any CNL courses; however, they may take PCN -500, PCN -501, PCN -505 and PCN -520* and apply to transfer them to either the Master of Science in Clinical Men tal Health Counseling or Master of Education in School Counseling programs if admitted. • Graduate -level non -degree students cannot take any practicum or internship courses as a non -degree student, unless they are a graduate of a GCU counseling program. Stu dents are responsible for ensuring that single courses taken meet licensure, continuing education, or transfer requirements of their institution or state. Individuals denied admission to the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) or the Master of Education in School Counseling (M.Ed.SC) may not take single course counseling courses from these programs. Licensed students who do not intend to apply to the Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MSCMHC) or the Master of Education in School Counseling (M.Ed.SC) may complete a maximum of 24 graduate counseling credits. *Note: PCN -520 is only transferable to the new program of study if it was completed with Grand Canyon University after November 1, 2016. G e n e r a l A p p l i c a t i o n P r o c e d u r e s Although applicants may be conditionally accepted for admission based on incomplete records, final records are required in order to complete the admission file. In order to be considered for admission, all prospective students will need to r emit the following: 1. Application for Admission: Prospective students must complete and sign the Application for Admission , and submit all requested information. Incomplete applications may be returned. Information and app lication forms are available on campus and on the Grand Canyon University Web site. 2. Official Transcript(s): Based on the degree level admission requirements. If applicants have completed coursework at an institution outside of the United States, they must have the work evaluated by an approved evaluation service selected by the University (see the section entitled Evaluation of Transfer Credit ). If accepted, prospective students will need to submit a final trans cript showing their graduation date. 3. Official Standardized Test Scores: If applicable A d m i s s i o n S t a t u s e s Conditionally Accepted All applicants are conditionally accepted until proof of admissions eligibility is met, including applicable documentation.

All applicants will remain in this status until they have attended their first course at GCU. Accepted Students have demonstrated their admissions eligibility and are fully accepted into the University. Accepted with Specifications Students who do not meet th e admission requirements may be Accepted with Specification to Grand Canyon University. Accepted with Specification requires nontraditional baccalaureate students to earn a 2.0 enrollment GPA after attempting no more than 12 credits or one semester for tra ditional baccalaureate students (no more than 16 credits). Master’s and Graduate Certificate students must earn an enrollment GPA of 3.0 after attempting no more than eight (8) credits (nontraditional) or one semester according to the program course walk ( traditional). Doctoral students must earn an enrollment GPA of 3.0 after attempting no more than six (6) credits. Master and Doctoral Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 38 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. students must hold a minimum of 3.0 enrollment GPA after completing the appropriate credits. As part of Accepted with Spe cification, undergraduate students have additional requirements: • Nontraditional Undergraduate Students: Students will be enrolled into GCU’s Foundational General Education Sequence including UNV 103 or UNV 303 • Traditional Students: Traditional campus stude nts may be required to fulfill additional requirements, such as completing a Traditional Student Agreement . Traditional campus students will be able to enroll for Chapel credit during their probationary term. The Office of Academic Records will review the student’s record after the appropriate credits are attempted per degree level, and the student’s school status will be changed to one of the following: • Accepted: Occurs after achieving the minimum -standard 2.0 GPA • Dismissed: Occurs after failing to achiev e the minimum - standard 2.0 GPA Students that fail to meet the 2.0 GPA requirement for undergraduates, or 3.0 for graduates and are active in a course when the student’s record is reviewed will be administratively withdrawn from the course and placed in Dis missed status. Students who are withdrawn from the University will be neither academically nor financially responsible for any pre -registered courses. Students may reapply for admission to the University after 12 months. Students are strongly encouraged to demonstrate academic achievement while waiting for eligibility to apply for readmission. Deferred Admissions Students who cannot provide sufficient admissions documentation will be deferred until complete and acceptable documentation is provided. Students currently attending a course will be permitted to complete the course but will not be registered for any additional coursework until officially admitted. Denied Students who do not meet the admission requirements of the University will not be accepted. In t e r n a t i o n a l S t u d e n t A d m i s s i o n International students may be citizens of the United States with foreign academic credentials or have entered the country on a lawful immigrant or nonimmigrant visa. The following details the requirements for international stu dent admission. International Student Application Procedures In order to be considered for admission, international students must complete the Application for Admissions, which includes submitting the following: 1. Official Transcript(s) a. Secondary School: A ll international students must have completed, or be in the process of completing, a secondary school program that is equivalent to the 12th grade (high school) in the United States. An official evaluation of students’ secondary school work, written in Eng lish, must be sent directly from a University -approved transcript evaluation service to the University. If an original document is not available, a certified copy will be accepted. Students who have not completed secondary school at the time of application must submit their official transcript evaluations upon graduation from the 12th -grade equivalent. b. College and/or University: Official transcripts (written in English or translation, if not in English) of students’ college or university work must be sent directly from the college or university to Grand Canyon University. If original documents are not available, certified copies will be accepted. GCU will consider three year international bachelor degrees for admission into graduate level programs. The acc eptance of three year international bachelor degrees is contingent upon the students foreign credential evaluation (from a GCU approved evaluation agency). The evaluation must indicate: “That the degree prepares the student for graduate level studies” OR “ Given the relatively high proportion of coursework completed in the major field of study, the foreign degree program has prepared this student to meet minimum graduate admission eligibility standards” . If the evaluation indicates that the three year bache lor degree does not prepare the student for graduate level studies, the student must complete a degree equivalent to a US bachelor degree prior to entering a graduate program.

The following countries will be considered for three year bachelor degrees: Bolo gna Process participating countries, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and India (Bachelor in Commerce ONLY). c. University -approved Transcript Evaluations: In order to evaluate foreign credentials accurately and consistently, Grand Canyon University requires a ll international college or university transcripts to be evaluated by a University - approved evaluation service. Among others, University - approved evaluation services include those agencies that are members of or affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers (AACRAO). If the evaluation agency is unable to translate the transcripts into English, applicants may be able to obtain official translatio ns at many consulates, embassies, or university language departments. Grand Canyon University will not award any transfer credit from foreign credentials without an evaluation from an approved evaluation service.

The fee for evaluation is the responsibilit y of the student. All evaluations must have been evaluated by an approved agency within one year of the student’s application date. The following is a list of approved agencies: • Arizona International Credential Evaluators (AZICE) • Academic and Profession al International Evaluations, Inc. (APIE) • Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc. (ACEI) • American Education Research Corporation (AERC) • Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. (ECE) • Educational Records Evaluations Service, Inc. (ERES) • Evaluation Service, Inc. • Foundation for International Services (FIS) • Foreign Credentials Services of America (FCSA) • Global Credential Evaluators (GCE) • Institute for International Credentials Evaluation at CSU Fresno (IICE) Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 39 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. • International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (ICD) • International Education Research Foundation, Inc. (IERF) • Lisano International: Foreign Educational Credential Evaluation (LI) • Joseph A. Silny Associates (JS&A) • World Education Services, Inc. (WES) 2. English Language Proficiency Documentation: a. Students who completed secondary school and/or received a diploma or degree from a post -secondary institution from the countries listed satisfy the English Language Proficiency admission requirement: Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Australia, Bahamas, Barbados, Bel ize, Bermuda, Botswana, British Virgin Islands, *Canada, Cayman Islands, Christmas Island, Cook Islands, Dominica, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Guyana, **India, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Kiribati, Liberia, Malawi, Malta, Marshall Islands, Mauritius, Micron esia, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Niue, Norfolk Island, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Pitcairn Islands, Puerto Rico, Saint Kitts, and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, *South Africa, Swaziland , Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Kingdom, United States, Vanuatu, Zambia and Zimbabwe. *If French is noted on Canadian credentials or Afrikaans on South African credentials, the student must prove proficiency throu gh testing. ** Healthcare programs in India are instructed with English as the sole medium of instruction. *** If a student submits multiple documents to satisfy the English Proficiency requirement, the English Proficiency Test Scores will supersede all other documents in making the admission decision. b. Students who have completed secondary school and/or received a diploma or degree from a post -secondary institution in a non -exemption country may obtain a letter on official letterhead indicating that “En glish was the sole medium of instruction in their program”. The letter must be signed and dated by a recognized school official. If, on the international transcript evaluation performed for application, it is specified that the sole medium of instruction i s English, a letter from the school is not necessary. c. Students who have not completed secondary school and/or received a diploma or degree from a post -secondary institution must have completed a minimum of 24 semester college level credits at a regionally accredited or GCU - approved institution and/or an international institution recognized by the Ministry of Education or other acceptable government agency and have a minimum GPA of 2.75 from an institution whose sole medium of instruction is English. The l anguage -proficiency requirement cannot be satisfied through experience in English learning programs at other schools. 3. English Language Proficiency Scores: If English is not the native language of prospective students, their score reports for a language pr oficiency test must be sent directly to Grand Canyon University from the testing center. The table below specifies minimum scores to be considered for admission to various programs. GCU accepts the following forms of language assessment: • Test of English a s a Foreign Language (TOEFL) • Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) • Berlitz Language Evaluation Minimum Scores Scores Required by Program General Undergrad Programs Undergrad Education, Nursing & General Graduate Programs Graduate Education, Business & Nursing Programs Test Type I II III TOEFL Paper -based 500 550 575 TOEFL Computer - based 173 213 233 TOEFL Internet -based 61 79 90 TOEIC 625 750 815 IELTS 6 6 7 Berlitz Computer - based 74 81 85 ACT and SAT Scores: GCU does not require scores from these tests for international students; however, international athletes may be required to submit scores. F-1 Student Application Procedure F-1 student applicants are required to submit additional documentation to the International Student Coordinator in order to obtain the Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F -1) Student Status – For Academic and Language Students, also known as an I -20. These international students are attending courses on the traditional campus or courses at an off -site location. Documents required for the I -20 include: • Copy of Passport (valid within 6 months) • International Student Application • Confidential Financial Statement • Affidavit of Sponsor (if applicable) • Evidence of financial responsibility, not older than 6 months, such as official award letters for scholarships and fellowships and for personal or family funds evidence, which should be on bank letterhead stationery, or in the form of a legally binding affidavit. • GCU reserves the right to ask for a $6,000 refundable deposit from applicants before an I -20 will be issued. A refund will be granted only if the visa is denied and evidence of denial is provided to the CIE. • Application for campus housi ng is a separate procedure from admission. If prospective students plan to live on campus, they should contact the Office of Residence Life . Limitation on attempts for an F -1 Visa The I -20 is used to apply for an F -1 visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate. The decision to award a visa is up the consulate Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 40 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. officer. Should a GCU applicant be denied a visa, the applicant may re -apply with a new I -20 for a second attempt. However, if the se cond application is denied and the applicant wishes to apply for a third time, eligibility for a third I -20 will require a personally written letter explaining the circumstances of the previous denials. GCU will not support any more than three total attemp ts for an F -1 visa. Each attempt will require the applicant to repeat the F -1 Student Application Procedure. Citizenship/Visas/Permanent Residents Neither United States citizenship nor residence within the United States is a requirement for admission to Gr and Canyon University. In addition to U.S. Citizenship Grand Canyon University accepts the following students as “eligible non - citizens.” • Permanent Resident: United States lawful permanent residency refers to a person's immigration status: the person is au thorized to live and work in the United States of America on a permanent basis. A United States Permanent Resident Card is an identification card attesting to the permanent resident status of an alien in the United States. It is known informally as a green card because it had been green in color from 1946 until 1964, and it has reverted to that color since May 2010. Green card also refers to an immigration process of becoming a permanent resident. The green card serves as proof that its holder, a Lawful Per manent Resident, has been officially granted immigration benefits, which include permission to reside and take employment in the USA. The holder must maintain permanent resident status, and can be removed from the United States if certain conditions of thi s status are not met. • Eligible Visa Status: Students with any of the following valid United States Visas are eligible for entry. Valid United States Visas Asylee/Refugee G-4 K-4 Q-3 U-3 A-1 G-5 L-1A R-1 U-4 A-2 H-1B L-1B R-2 U-5 B-1 (Non -Degree Bearing Candidates H-1B1 L-2 S-5 V-1 Valid United States Visas **B-2 (Non - Degree Bearing Candidates H-1C N S-6 V-2 DACA - Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals H-2A O-1 S-7 V-3 E-1 H-2B O-2 TPS - Temporary Protected Status E-2 H-3 O-3 T-1 E-3 H-4 P-1 T-2 EAC - Employment Authorization Card I P-2 T-3 F-1 (Ground Only) J-1 P-3 T-4 F-2 (Non -Degree Bearing Candidates J-2 P-4 TD G-1 K-1 Parole TN G-2 K-2 Q-1 U-1 G-3 K-3 Q-2 U-2 *N/A is reserved for undocumented persons residing in the USA who are seeking to attend our ground modality or non -U.S. Citizens residing outside of the USA and attending GCU via the online modality. **Students who have entered the U.S. on a B1/B2 tourist visa are only permitted to enroll in Non -Degree studies. Prospective students seeking to obtain an adjustment of status from a B1/B2 visa status to F1/F2 visa status must initiate the visa application from their home country Licensure Programs Online Students Programs which contain practicum, internship or student teaching that lead to licensure are not eligible for enrollment outside of the USA. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 41 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. General Aca demic Regul ations This section of the Grand Canyon University Policy Handbook contains general academic policies intended to assure a consisten t, high quality educationa l environment for GCU students and to reflect that quality to accrediting agencies, state licensing/certifying agencies, individuals and groups who provide scholarships or otherwise support the University, graduate schools, and potential employer s of GCU graduates. The University has no right to change policies or procedures of another organization for which it is merely acting as an agent. Students are responsible for following all applicable University policies and procedures. Students should note some Pr ograms of Study have specific policies in addition to general University policy. A careful review of policies and other requirements for a given p rogram is strongly recommended. All policies and procedures herein apply to undergraduate, graduate and doctor al students unless explicitly stated otherwise. Please contact your University Counselor or Student Services Counselor for clarification and details. Oral or written inquires and requests are accepted, but a written message takes precedence over any oral m essage in the event of conflicting information. O f f i c i a l S t u d e n t C o m m u n i c a t i o n Grand Canyon University recognizes the need for multiple channels of communication in order to provide essential information to students in the most appropria te and effective format. To that end, students may receive official communication from the University in a variety of ways, including but not limited to, electronic documents via the Student Portal, postal mail, preferred e -mail, and Grand Canyon Universit y e -mail. Upon enrollment, all students receive a Grand Canyon University e-mail address, and students are expected to frequently check their Grand Canyon University e -mail, as well as any other preferred e -mail address provided, to ensure University commu nications are reviewed in a timely manner. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure their communication preferences are updated in the Student Portal. O f f i c i a l N a m e C h a n g e Students who would like to change their legal name need to submit two forms of g overnment -issued identification to their Student Services Counselor (SSA). P r e f e r r e d F i r s t N a m e When possible, the University may provide students the ability to use a preferred first name in University systems. While GCU will try to respect the first name the student prefers, GCU reserves the right to approve the preferred first name. Students trying to use a preferred first name that is inappropriate in an educational environment will revert to using the legal name on file. C h a n g e o f A d d r e s s N o t i f i c a t i o n If a student is considering a move, or has moved to another state while enrolled, the student must contact a Student Services Counselor immediately to determine whether the student’s current Program of Study is available in that state. Additionally, if the student is enrolled in a program leading to licensure, it must be determined whether it is possible for the student to complete the program in the new state, before incurring any/additional course charges. It is expected that students will conduct all fie ld placements, practicum, or student teaching within the state in which they reside at the time of enrollment. Students who plan to conduct field placements, practicum, or student teaching outside of their home state must disclose this to their Student Ser vices Counselor . A c a d e m i c C a l e n d a r Nontraditional (Online, Evening -Satellite and Evening - Campus) Students Grand Canyon University offers online and offsite courses in a sequential, non -term modality. Courses start on a regular basis, with undergraduate cou rses starting on Monday, graduate/doctoral courses starting on Thursday. The academic calendar year is defined as a minimum of 24 earned credits and 30 instructional weeks for undergraduate programs; 16 earned credits and 32 instructional weeks; 12 earned credits and 32 instructional weeks for doctoral programs. Students are required to adhere to the classroom posting required and complete assignments within the required timeframe. Please see the Class A ttendance and Participation section of the University Policy Handbook. Students must maintain continuous enrollment in their programs.

If students have a need to interrupt their course enrollment, they must contact their Student Services Counselor for opti ons available to them. Traditional Campus Student s Students attending Grand Canyon University’s main campus attend school in three semesters; with traditional semesters of May (summer), September (fall), and January (spring) semester starts. Refer to the Academic Calendar for specific semester dates. C l a s s i f i c a t i o n o f S t u d e n t s a n d C o u r s e s Grand Canyon University complies with Department of Education credit hour definitions when designing and designating credits to course s per Federal Register 75 FR 66832 final regulations: Credit hour: Except as provided in 34 CFR 668.8(k) and (1) a credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institu tionally established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one of the following - • One hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out -of-class student work each week for approximately fifteen weeks or one s emester or trimester hour of credit, or ten to twelve weeks for one quarter hour of credit, or the equivalent amount of work ove r a different amount of time OR • At least an equivalent amount of work as required in paragraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution, including laboratory work, Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 42 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. internships, practicums, studio work, and other academic work leading to the a ward of credit hours. Student Classification Based on Credits • Freshmen are students who have not yet completed 24 credit hours. • Sophomores are students who have completed 24 to 47 credit hours. • Juniors and seniors are students who have completed a minimum of 48 credit hours. • Fifth Year Students are students who have completed a bachelor’s degree from an accredited, GCU -approved college, university, or program and are accepted for a program of specified upper division courses to secure standard teacher certi fication. • Second Degree Students are students who have completed a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution and are completing the requirements for a second bachelor’s degree. • Graduate Students are students who have complete d a bachelor’s degree from an accredited, GCU -approved institution and have been admitted into the graduate program. • Non -Degree Seeking Students are students who are not working toward a degree and/or are not placed in a classification. Academic Definition of Full -Time Status Non traditional Students Nontraditional undergraduate students must complete 24 credits during their academic year to be considered full -time. Nontraditional graduate students who started their program prior to July 5, 2012 and all doct oral students must complete 12 credits during the academic year to be considered full -time. All nontraditional graduate students who start their program on or after July 5, 2012, must complete 16 credits during the academic year to be considered full -time. Students are also subject to the Program of Study, Course Availability, and Cancellation Policy . Traditional Campus Student s Undergraduate students must enroll in a minimum of 12 credit hours in the Fall an d Spring semesters. Undergraduate students will be considered full -time if they enroll in 6 credits in the Summer Session A or B, or 12 credits over the entire Summer semester. Graduate students who are enrolled in 16 or more credits during an academic yea r are considered full -time. Academic status may differ from financial aid status eligibility for funding. Please see the Financial Aid section of the University Policy Handbook for details. Per federal regulations, International (F -1) students are required to pursue a full course of study. During the Fall and Spring semester, the minimum for an undergraduate is 12 credits per semester and one online class may be taken to satisfy the 12 credit minimum. If the Summer s emester is your first semester at GCU and a summer start date is on your I -20, then you must enroll for 6 credits in Session A or B, or 12 credits over the entire Summer semester to be considered a full -time student. The minimum for a graduate student’s fu ll course of study follows general campus policy noted above and is verified by the International Student Coordinator. To enroll in courses, a student must contact their University Counselor (new students) or their Student Services Counselor (current stude nts). Overload Policy Nontraditional Students Students may request to take more than one course concurrently, if they meet the following: Baccalaureate students must complete at least 12 credits at Grand Canyon within their current Program of Study and meet one of the criteria below: • Cumulative GPA is 3.0 or better in the current Program of Study . • Earned associate degree or 60 applied transfer credits with a cumu lative GPA of 3.0 or better evidenced by received and applied transcripts BEFORE starting a program . • GCU Alumni student with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in graduated enrollment . Master students must complete at least 6 credits at Grand Canyon within their current Program of Study and meet one of the criteria below : • Cumulative GPA is 3.5 or better in the current Program of Study . • GCU Alumni undergraduate student with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or be tter in graduated enrollment . • Earned master’s or doctoral degree . Doctoral learners may not take more than one course at a time, excluding Doctor of Nursing Practice learners. Concurrent enrollment at Residency with one online course is the exception . Taki ng concurrent courses can change a student’s academic year, and thus, payment periods. To enroll in concurrent courses, students must be financially cleared by their Student Services Counselor prior to starting those courses. A secondary payment method may be required . Overload Policy Exemptions • Students cannot take courses concurrently with student teaching, PCN -622, or PCN -662A -D. • Undergraduate students in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions must take theory and clinical coursework concurre ntly in the sequence indicated for their program of study. Graduate students in the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions enrolled in APRN programs must take theory and clinical coursework concurrently as prescribed by the plan of study. Students in Non -APRN or non -Nursing programs enrolled in clinical coursework or courses with field experiences may not take more than one course during these placements. • Master of Divinity seminary students participating in the evening course option will may be ex empt from this policy. • Master of Divinity students may be concurrently enrolled at Residency with one online course. Traditional Campus Student s To enroll in more than 20 credits per semester, undergraduate students must possess a GPA of 3.0 and file an of ficial appeal that is approved by the Office of Academic Compliance. Course Classification Based on Course Number Courses are numbered from 000 to 999. The course numbering system is as follows: • 000 -099 are remedial courses designed for students with defic iencies in specific content areas. Credits earned for these courses cannot be applied toward a degree program. • 100 -299 are lower division, undergraduate courses. • 300 -499 are upper division undergraduate courses. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 43 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. • 500 -699 are graduate level courses. • 700 -999 are doctoral level courses. • 5000 -5999 are continuing education courses. Course Length The University offers co urses that are typically 4 to 15 weeks in length. The course length is determined by the Program of Study and/or format in which the course is tak en. • Online courses are typically 5, 7, or 8 weeks in length. • Traditional Campus c ourses are typically 15 weeks in length. P r o g r a m o f S t u d y , C o u r s e A v a i l a b i l i t y , a n d C a n c e l l a t i o n A Program of Study (POS) defines the courses required for a particular degree. If the University cancels a POS and/or courses, the University will use the following guidelines for program completion. If a major or degree is fully retired, and if a student had no breaks in enrollment except those defined/documented by the Leave of Absence Policy and Procedure , Baccalaureate and Masters students will have 2 years to complete the Program of Study under the Catalog of Record, defined as the Academic Catalog published in the academic year and edition (F all, Spring, or Summer) under which the student enrolled. Doctoral students will have 3 years to reach the 900 course series in their Program of Study. This applies unless state or federal law and/or accrediting bodies mandate POS and/or course changes. In all cases that a course is retired, students will enroll in the course equivalency or a substituted course. In all cases where a student chooses to change the program of study, the student will always be required to enroll in the most current version of that program, which may change the student’s catalog of record. Nontraditional Students • If a student has been out of attendance less than 180 days, students return to their current program of study if the program version is active. If a program of study r evised during the student’s absence, the student may be able to update to the current version. If they choose to remain in their current version of the program, they may be required to take substituted courses from the new program version. Students must sp eak to their Student Services Counselor prior to program changes. • If the student is out of attendance between 180 days and a year*, and the program of study revised, returning students must update to the current version of the program if one is available, or they must choose a different active program in which to transfer. • Students out of attendance longer than a year must complete a new enrollment agreement and select either the newest version of a program, or another active program. • In the event that a re tired licensure program version is no longer in compliance with state regulations or certification requirements, all students currently enrolled in the retired licensure program may need to sign a new Enrollment Agreement and move to the most current prog ram version *For students in any non -licensure program of study, an exception will be made for students with 2 or fewer courses remaining in their current program of study. Course substitutions may be made. Students with 3 or more courses must follow the above policy. *Students out of attendance for 180 days or less, and are changing their emphasis only are not subject to this policy. Doctoral Students who have started RES -885, RES -871, PSY - 825, or the 900 course series will be allowed to remain in their current program of study. Traditional Campus Student s In order to remain in the current program of study, students must remain continuously enrolled. If students are out longer than one traditional term (either Fall or Spring) then the student will be requi red to enroll in the newest version of the program of study, if one is available. • In the event that a retired licensure program version is no longer in compliance with state regulations or certification requirements, all students currently enrolled in the retired licensure program may need to sign a new Enrollment Agreement and move to the most current program version. Course and Program Availability Students transferring to GCU from another educational institution, and GCU students transferring programs w ithin the institution, are subject to course and section availability. GCU believes that sufficient interaction between students and faculty is an important part of the learning experience. Therefore, if a course section has too few students to support stu dent learning, it may be cancelled. Additionally, if a student has a large number of transfer credits and enrolls in a new program and courses are not available, students may be required to take a different course needed in the program of study or will be subject to breaks in attendance until the course is available. Nontraditional students should reference the Leave of Absence – Nontraditional policy for additional information. Student Teaching Removal If a student is in a graduate level program with a s tudent teaching component and they wish to remove the student teaching component from their degree form, they will need to change their program of study to the Does Not Lead to Teacher Licensure program of study for the same version they were initially enr olled in. In order to be eligible for this program of study change, the student must meet all programmatic requirements for graduation, including: minimum GPA, all content/credits successfully completed, and be financially eligible to graduate (no outstan ding balance or hold and completion of graduation application). Programs without a student teaching component are not intended to lead to certificates, endorsements, salary upgrades or pay increases in other states. Grand Canyon University cannot guarantee that this program will lead to a certificate, endorsement, certificate upgrade or pay increase in the student’s state of residence. By making this change, the student understands that an Institutional Recommendation will not be completed by Grand Canyon U niversity and the student may not be able to obtain licensure. Students have the option to return to Grand Canyon University to complete student teaching at a later date. However, if the student choses to return to complete student teaching, they will enro ll as a non -degree seeking student. Non -degree seeking students are not eligible for financial aid and will be responsible for the tuition of this experience. Grand Canyon University will not complete the Institutional Recommendation for students who chose to return to take student teaching because the Institutional Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 44 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Recommendation can only be completed for students who complete student teaching within their program of study . Military Reenrollment Grand Canyon University complies with the Higher Education Op portunity Act of 2008 requirements for readmission of service members. Students who are out of attendance greater than 180 days for qualified military service reasons may be able to return to their degree program without updating to the most current Academ ic Catalog. Students need to contact their military Enrollment, Academic or Student Services Counselor if they discontinued enrollment due to military service. R e g i s t r a t i o n P o l i c y Continuous Registration Upon application to the University, all applicants sign an Enrollment Agreement in which they attest to understanding the Program of Study requirements. This document acknowledges that most programs follow a course sequence and the student will be continuously enrolled and scheduled through the duration of their program unless they formally request to change their enrollment status. With the submission of this signed document, applicants are then registered into their chosen Program of Study. Students are granted 8 weeks from the program’s start date to pro vide their official transcripts from the prior degree -granting institution (whether high school, associate, or baccalaureate degree) to gain admittance into the University. If this official documentation is not provided prior to the end of the 8 -week perio d, students may not be allowed to continue forward into subsequent courses. Once the Office of Academic Records can confirm admissibility the student will be officially accepted to the University and will be allowed to continue registration. Students remai n continuously enrolled throughout their program. If a student needs to make an adjustment to their course schedule or modify their enrollment status, the student will need to contact their Student Services Counselor . Those using Federal Financial Aid (Tit le IV) must speak to their Student Services Counselor prior to making the change and if the change is made, will need to adhere to the Leave of Absence policies as outlined in this handbook. First Course Completion Policy Nontraditional Students Grand Cany on University believes the foundational skills and experiences learned in the first course of the undergraduate, graduate or doctoral program is imperative to student success. Therefore, if a student fails or withdraws from one of these courses, the studen t will be withdrawn from any currently enrolled course and re -enrolled into this course. If a student fails or withdrawals this course after the second attempt, the student will be dismissed from the University.

Additionally, if the student fails or withdr aws from their first course, then passes this course and subsequently fails the next course taken, the student will also be dismissed from the University for not meeting the academic requirements for progression. Students who are withdrawn from the Univers ity will be neither academically nor financially responsible for any future courses for which they may have been pre -registered and may reapply in 12 months for reconsideration. C l a s s P r e s e n c e Grand Canyon University believes that students are primarily responsible for their attendance in the classroom. Traditional Campus Classrooms All traditional campus students must post at least one message in the learning management system within the first week of the class start date in addition to being present at a ll face to face class meetings. Online Classrooms An online week for undergraduate students is Monday through Sunday and for graduate students is Thursday through Wednesday. Grand Canyon University requires all students enrolled in an online course to att end every week. Attendance is marked each day in which a student participates in activity in the online classroom. If a student is out of attendance for more than fourteen (14) consecutive days, the University will process a withdrawal based on the last da y of attendance. . Cohort Classrooms (Campus and Satellite Locations) Courses offered in the face -to-face, evening cohort programs for undergraduate and graduate students are designed as concentrated seminars with attendance being a prerequisite for student learning. Students are expected to act professionally and regular class attendance is one reflection of that commitment.

Recognizing that occasional unavoidable absences may occur, students must notify the instructor in advance. If a face -to-face class ab sence (or partial absence) is necessary, the following guidelines apply: • Partial Absence: At the course instructor’s discretion, partial attendance may result in a deduction of participation points. • One Absence: One class absence will result in the loss of participation points and, in -class activity points if applicable . • An absence (or partial absence) does not preclude students from completing assignments as expected or according to completion timelines. Multiple Absences: • Course s that are 12 or fewer weeks: For courses that are 12 or fewer weeks, absences from two or more classes (consecutive or non -consecutive) in a course will result in being withdrawn from the course and a grade of “W” if they occur in any week prior to the las t two weeks. Students in a course that is 12 weeks or less and who have their second absence during the last two weeks of the course, can no longer earn points for assignments due that week and beyond after the second absence. They will earn the grade base d on their academic performance for the full point allotment of the course. Faculty will assign a letter grade of A through F. Students are required to follow the Course Drop Policy. • 16 week courses: For courses that are 16 weeks, absences from four or mo re classes (consecutive or non -consecutive) in a course will result in being withdrawn from the course and a grade of “W” if they occur in any week prior to the last four weeks. Students in a 16 week course who have their fourth absence during the last fou r weeks of the course can no longer earn points for assignments due that week and beyond , after the fourth absence. They will earn the grade based on their academic performance for the full point allotment of the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 45 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. course. Faculty will assign a letter grade of A through F. Students are required to follow the Course Drop Policy. Residency Classrooms (Campus and Satellite Locations) College of Doctoral Studies: In addition to standard online attendance policy for the online portion of the Residency, doctoral st udents are expected to be present during all sessions of the face -to-face classroom experience during Residency. The Residency classroom time schedule is divided into eight half -day sessions – one on Monday afternoon, two on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursda y, and one on Friday morning. • Partial Absence: At the course instructor’s discretion, partial attendance may result in a deduction of points if applicable. • One Absence: One session absence will result in the loss of points if applicable. An absence (or par tial absence) does not preclude students from completing assignments as expected or according to completion timelines. • Multiple Absences: Students who are absent from two or more consecutive or non -consecutive sessions in a residency can no longer earn points for assignments due that day and beyond after the second absence. They will earn the grade based on their academic performance for the full point allotment of the course. Faculty will assign a letter grade of A through F.

Students are required to follow the Course Drop Policy. College of Theology: Residency Attendance Master of Divinity (MDiv) students are required to attend Residencies as part of their program of study for their degree program. In addition to online requirements, MDiv Residenci es entail a residential component that is 5 days in length. Because this arrangement represents a limited amount of class time in comparison with traditional classes, attendance at each residential session is expected. Unexcused absences are not acceptable and will result in a significant deduction of points for each contact hour a student misses. A student who misses 5 contact hours or more automatically fails the Residency. Students who miss less than 5 contact hours will incur the following penalties bas ed on the number of hours missed: • 1 hour: 10% deduction in final grade • 2 hours : 15% deduction in final grade • 3 hours: 20% deduction in final grade • 4 hours: 25% deduction in final grade A student who is forced to miss one or more sessions for reasons beyon d his or her control may request an excused absence but all excused absences are subject to approval by the Dean or a designee. An excused absence is defined as an absence will only be granted for unforeseen reasons beyond the student’s control such as a d eath in one’s immediate family, a documented personal illness, natural disaster, or airline delays. A scheduling conflict, even if ministry -related, does not constitute an emergency and cannot be excused. Students who foresee a conflict with scheduling are encouraged to register for an alternative Residency in order to avoid the possibility of penalty or failure. An absence may only be excused provided that the student communicates the need for an excuse as soon as the need arises and provides appropriate d ocumentation for such absences when possible. Residency Completion Requirements Three courses within the MDiv program are only offered in residency and students must complete all three courses to graduate. Residency courses are identified by course descrip tion within the program of study and should be completed in the order they appear within the course walk. Current residency requirements are as follows: • Residency 1: Christian Worldview and Mission (INT -525) • Residency 2: Pastoral Theology (HTH -611) • Residency 3: Christ -Centered Preaching (MIN -601) In order to ensure that students make satisfactory progress through the MDiv program and complete required Residencies in a timely manner, students cannot continue in the program beyond specified credit hour limits without completing required Residency courses. This requirement should also reduce the number of students required to complete multiple Residency courses during a single year. Preferred credit hour ranges and maximum credit hours for the completion of each residency course are as follows: Residency 1: • 14-26 credits is the preferred range • 34 credits is the maximum (students cannot continue after 34 hours without completing Residency 1) Residency 2: • 30-50 credits is the preferred range • 58 credits is t he maximum (student cannot continue after 58 hours without completing Residency 2) Residency 3: • 54-68 credits is the preferred range • 78 credits is the maximum (Residency 3 must be completed to complete program) College of Nursing and Health Care Profession s: On -Campus Experience Attendance Policy Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) students are required to attend both scheduled On -Campus Experiences, and successfully complete all requirements including, but not limited to, skills practice, skills che ck-off and lecture. The On -Campus Experiences may occur on any day of the week (Sunday - Saturday) . Required attendance: • Must be physically present each day. • Must participate each day from scheduled start to finish time. Failure to attend any portion of the On -Campus Experience will result in an automatic course failure. Students will be required to repeat the course and the On -Campus Experience associated with the course to progress in their program of study . All On -Campus Experiences must be fulfilled as a graduation requirement. Absence Verification Policy (Traditional Campus Only) When students see a provider for illness, students must submit documentation to the Student Disability Services Office for verification, as a service to faculty. Provider do cumentation will be verified from the day seen, going forward, and may not be considered retroactively. Documentation must be submitted within 2 weeks from the first missed class and include date seen, dates excused, the signature of the provider, and list any specific restrictions. Please note that providing false, forged, altered, or Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 46 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. invented information to the University is a violation of the Code of Conduct and will be sent to Code of Conduct for review. Faculty make the determination of whether an abse nce is considered excused or unexcused based on the verification process. Absences are subject to course specific policies. The faculty member will determine if any missed points may be made up, including participation. If students have a medical need to miss more than 5 days, they may be referred to the Steps to Accommodations process as outlined in the University Policy Handbook for requesting accommodations. Prescheduled appointments do not qualify under this policy, and students should schedule appoint ments outside of their class time, as tests, exams, quizzes, etc. cannot be made up. C l a s s P a r t i c i p a t i o n Participating in classroom discussion is paramount to the learning experience. Participating in the weekly discussions allows students and instructors to share experiences, investigate complicated subject matter, share expertise, and examine the content from new perspectives. The qualitative participation requirements are: • Follow -up responses to classmates’ initial answers or responses that integrate cou rse theories with a practical application of the subject, offering a personal observation or experience, or referencing real -world examples, current events, or presenting current research on the topic. • Classroom interaction demonstrating deeper or broader thoughts beyond rephrasing what the textbook has presented on the topic. • Responses encouraging further discussion and ongoing dialogue with other students and the instructor in the class. • Asking additional, relevant questions about the week's topic. • Commun ications that are presented in a professional and supportive manner, and with respectful tone. Traditional Campus Classrooms In addition to the qualitative requirements, each instructor will provide the specific, in -class, quantitative participation requir ements. Online Classrooms (Undergraduate and Graduate) Participation can be earned only by posting substantive, quality messages to fellow classmates and the instructor in the main forum of the classroom. Certain courses may have alternative participation requirements. Students are encouraged to review the course syllabus and consult with the faculty member prior to the course start. Courses # Required Days # Required Substantive Posts Each Day UNV -103, UNV -108, UNV -104, PHI -105, ENG -105, PSY -100, CWV -101 4 2 All Other Undergrad 3 2 Graduate and Doctoral 3 1 Cohort Classrooms Students participating in face -to-face classes in a cohort format are enrolled in a hybrid program that requires students to be active in both the physical classroom, as well as the online classroom. All programs (Except RN -BSN ): Campus and Satellite Locations Students must post their initial response to the 1st discussion question by Day 3, and to the 2nd discussion question by Day 5 of each week. The post must also meet already established DQ requirements as stated in the course syllabus. In addition to the qualitative requirements, each instructor will provide the specific, in-class, quantitative participation requirements. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN -BSN) Program Student s must post their initial response to the 1st discussion question by Day 3, and to the 2nd discussion question by Day 5 of each week. In order to earn full participation points students must post 1 substantial message on 3 different days of each course wee k in addition to actively engaging in the face to face classroom meetings. Online Classrooms (Doctoral) Full participation in the discussion is a key component of the learning experience. It enriches group interaction and enhances the doctoral learning environment. To be considered substantive, a participation post (the initial and the on -going) should average 150 - 250 words in length. The post should include appropriate foundation knowledge, be factual, enhance the ongoing dialogue, and include support from scholarly literature. It is for this reason that a majority of a learners’ substantive participant posts should include at least one citation. Rather than just reporting what someone else has stated, the doctoral learner should demonstrate applicatio n and/or reflection of knowledge such that the learner enhances the meaning of the referenced material. Contributing to the discussion should promote an exciting, vibrant, shared learning community that accomplishes two or more of the following: • Expands on a classmate’s comments in a value -adding, topic - related way • Promotes a collaborative, supportive doctoral community • Advances the dialogue through follow -up questions • One -liners, off -topic posts, vague statements, unsupported opinions, inadequate explanati ons or posts do not meet the substantive participation requirements listed above. Assignment Submissions All assignments should be submitted through the drop box in the learning management system as Word documents with extensions of .doc or .docx unless ot herwise indicated in the assignment description. Written assignments of 500 words or more are required to be submitted to the LopesWrite drop box before submitting to the Assignments drop box in the learning management system, thus allowing students to mak e adjustments prior to submitting the final version for grading. Late Policy All assignments are due before midnight Arizona time on the due dates indicated. Assignments posted after the indicated due dates will be subject to a deduction of 10% of the avai lable points for each day late. No assignment can be accepted for grading after midnight on the final day of class. Technical issues are not valid excuses for late work unless the problem stems from GCU Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 47 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. servers. Exceptions to this policy are at the discret ion of the instructor. Learning Management System Availability Grand Canyon University’s online learning management systems are specifically intended to host classrooms for current and recently completed classes. Student access to classes will be removed f ive (5) weeks following the course end date. It is the responsibility of each student and faculty member to keep copies of all files uploaded to the online learning management system.

The University is not responsible to make course content or files submit ted to the online learning management system available to students or faculty members once the class has been removed. Missed Class Time for University -Sponsored Activities The University recognizes the importance of participation in University -sponsored activities such as musical and theatrical performances, athletic competition, and debate. It also recognizes that such participation may result in conflict with scheduled class times, including examinations, homework, quizzes, presentations, activities, p articipation, etc. It is the responsibility of participating student s to ensure that official documentation is submitted to their faculty members by the sponsoring organization/college in advance of the excused absences. The University defines an excused absence as a University - sponsored activity that requires student s to miss class. Student s requiring excused absences will be afforded a reasonable opportunity to make up the affected assignments(s) within two weeks of the due date . All classwork must be s ubmitted by the last day of the term. Faculty will provide students with discussion questions to complete to address missed participation. Students must complete exams and group assignments on time.

Arrangements for proctoring assignments must be made by t he sponsoring organization/college, in conjunction with the faculty of the course. Allowing the missed assignment or exam to be dropped does not consti tute a reasonable opportunity. Specific courses including student teaching, internships, clinical sessio ns, or practicums cannot be missed even for University sanctioned events. If student s fail to provide advanced documentation, instructor s have the discretion to treat the absence as unexcused and to decline any missed work that was due during that absence. Any students found to have misrepresented themselves regarding their participation in University -sponsored activities will be referred to the University Code of Conduct Committee for possible disciplinary action. Participation in NCAA Division 1 Athletics To be eligible for participation in NCAA Division 1 athletics, a student must meet one of the following requirements: • Student is enrolled full -time and matriculated as a degree seeking undergraduate student taking courses on the Phoenix campus; • Student is enrolled as a non -traditional graduate cohort or graduate online student and lives in the locale of the institution . G r a d e P o i n t A v e r a g e ( G P A ) P r o g r e s s i o n Nontraditional Students When a student earns a grade that drops the overall cumulative GPA below the undergraduate requirement of 2.0, undergraduate nursing requirement of 2.5, or the graduate and doctoral requirement of 3.0, he/she will be placed On Notice. The student has up to three course attempts to raise the GPA to the respective requirements . If the student is able to increase the GPA within three courses, the student will no longer be On Notice. If the student is unable to raise the GPA after the third course, the student will be Academically Disqualified for a period of 15 weeks. If this occurs within the first 12 credits of the student’s program, the First Course Completion and/or the Accepted with Specifications policy (if applicable) supersede this policy. Satisfactory Academic Progress Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is defined as a student’s progress toward successful completion of his or her degree requirements, and includes two equal components that are referred to as qualitative and quantitative measurements. The qualitative component evaluates the enrollment cumulative GPA and determines if the student is meeting the minimum GPA requirements set forth for the speci fic academic level and academic program. The quantitative component evaluates the student's progression towards completing his or her Program of Study within a measured maximum timeframe that cannot exceed 150% of the published length of the program . SAP c alculations are performed at the completion of the intervals listed below and are calculated using both the GCU enrollment cumulative GPA and earned credit hours at each review time period. • Nontraditional Undergraduate, Graduate and Doctoral Students: At t he completion of every payment period. Please see Nontraditional Academic Calendar (Online and Cohort) section . • Traditional Undergraduate and Graduate Students: After each semester If a grade change for a c ourse within the designated interval occurs within 35 days of an interval being completed, SAP will be recalculated. Transfer credits (TR), provided they meet degree requirements, will be counted as both attempted and earned credit hours. Failed grades (F ), Incompletes (I), and Withdrawals (W) will be counted as attempted credit hours but will not count as earned credit hours. Credit hours earned for repeated coursework, in addition to the original credit hours, will be counted as both attempted and earned credit hours. Warning Undergraduate students are placed on warning if their enrollment cumulative GPA drops below 2.0 or if they have not earned at least 67% of the cumulative credit hours attempted at each review time period as stated above. Masters a nd Doctoral students are placed on warning if their enrollment cumulative GPA drops below 3.0 or if they have not earned at least 67% of the cumulative credit hours attempted at each review time period as stated above. The warning period provides for an a dditional interval as described above. The warning status will be removed when the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 48 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. minimum enrollment cumulative GPA specified above is regained, and/or student earns 67% of the credit hours attempted.

If a student fails to meet the minimum GPA or is not e arning at least 67% of attempted credit hours in the subsequent interval, the student will be placed on suspension. Suspension Nontraditional students who are placed on suspension are not permitted to enroll in courses for a 15 -week suspension period. The suspension period will begin with the last day of attendance. For traditional campus students, the suspension period will begin on the last day of the semester. The suspension period for traditional campus students is as follows: • Suspended at the end of F all term: May be reinstated for the subsequent Fall term • Suspended at the end of Spring term: May be reinstated for the subsequent Spring term • Suspended at the end of Summer term: May be reinstated for the subsequent Spring term After fulfilling the terms of the suspension, students may apply for reinstatement by submitting a Request for Reinstatement , although reinstatement is not guaranteed. Students may or may not be granted re -admittance b ased on their academic record, including participation in previous courses. If readmission is granted, an Academic Plan will be created which may require students to first repeat any course or its equivalency for which they did not earn a C or better (unde rgraduate) or a B or better (graduate). Students granted re -admittance will need to follow their Academic Plan specifying courses to repeat, grades required to be earned, or any other activities students must complete. The student’s progress under the term s of the Academic Plan is monitored, and no program or modality changes can occur until the Academic Plan is complete. The University will review the student’s academic record to determine whether satisfactory academic progress can be attained through comp letion of an Academic Plan. The student’s progress under the terms of the Academic Plan is monitored, and no program or modality changes can occur until the plan is complete. Students on an Academic Plan must: • Obtain the required enrollment cumulative GPA of 2.0 for undergraduates, or 3.0 for graduate and doctoral students, by the end of the Academic Plan. • Repeat any course or its equivalency for which a passing grade was not earned prior to completing any other course. • Repeat a grade of C or below to incre ase the GPA, if directed. • Complete all courses in the Academic Plan successfully. • Any non -passing course grade (D or F depending on degree level) or withdrawing from a course (W), earned while on an Academic Plan will result in immediate expulsion. • Earn a minimum 67% of attempted credits by the end of the Academic Plan. Reinstated students are required to complete the Academic Plan as specified. Failure to do so will result in expulsion. Students may have financial aid reinstated if they are reinstated aca demically. It is important to note that students may also be suspended for other reasons, such as violations of the Code of Conduct and Academic Standards policy. Expulsion Expulsion is reserved for stude nts who have continually failed to meet the University’s expected performance requirements, measured by enrollment cumulative GPA and/or earning at least 67% of the cumulative credit hours attempted. After a suspended student is permitted reinstatement, he or she must raise their GPA to the required minimum and/or earn 67% of attempted credit hours by the completion of academic plan. If the student fails to meet either requirement, or any other terms in the Academic Plan, he or she will be expelled from the University and cannot register for any additional courses for two academic years. After fulfilling the terms of the expulsion, students may apply for reinstatement by submitting a Request for Reinstatement , although reinstatement is not guaranteed. The University will review the student’s academic record to determine whether satisfactory academic progress can be attained through completion of an Academic Plan. The student’s progress under the terms of the Academic Plan is monitored, and no program or modality changes can occur until the plan is complete. Students on an Academic Plan must: • Obtain the required enrollment cumulative GPA of 2.0 for undergraduates, or 3.0 for graduate and doctoral s tudents, by the end of the Academic Plan. • Repeat any course or its equivalency for which a passing grade was not earned prior to completing any other course. • Repeat a grade of C or below to increase the GPA, if directed. • Complete all courses in the Academi c Plan successfully. • Any non -passing course grade (D or F depending on degree level) or withdrawing from a course (W), earned while on an Academic Plan will result in immediate expulsion. • Earn a minimum 67% of attempted credits by the end of the Academic Plan. Reinstated students are required to complete the Academic Plan as specified. Students who do not successfully complete the Academic Plan upon returning from expulsion will not be granted any additional attempts to continue and will be permanently exp elled. It is important to note that students may also be expelled for other reasons, such as violations of the Code of Conduct and Academic Standards policy. Maximum Timeframe Federal regulations require students to complete their Program of Study within a measured maximum time frame that cannot exceed 150% of the published length of the program. The sum of the total required credit hours multiplied by 150% will be the maximum n umber of attempted credit hours. If a student reaches the 150% timeframe and has not completed his or her program of study, they will be placed on SAP Suspension. Students placed on SAP Suspension for not being able to complete their program within the 15 0% timeframe may apply for reinstatement by submitting a Request for Reinstatement . If readmission is granted, students may continue taking required coursework, but may be required to make oth er payment arrangements. B a c c a l a u r e a t e P r o g r a m m a t i c P r o g r e s s i o n R e q u i r e m e n t s Honors College Upon acceptance into the Honors College , students may remain enrolled as long as they adhere to the following, which will be reviewed by the Honors Committee annually: 1. Maintain an enrollment cumulative GPA of 3.25 . • Students who fail to maintain the enrollment cumulative GPA requirement will be pl aced on honors probation for Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 49 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. two consecutive semester s in order to remediate the deficiency. The student’s case will be reviewed at the end o f the probationary period by the Honors Committee to determine i f the student will be dismissed from the Honors College . • Students must be off probation and in good academic standing at the time of graduation to be recognized as an Honors College graduate. • Students dismissed from the Honors College for failure to meet the GPA progression requirement, and are currently between a 3.0 and 3.24 GPA can appeal for reinstatement into the Honors College. Appeals for reinstatement are reviewe d on a case by case basis, and must be approved by the dean. 2. Successfully complete the HON -110: Honors Symposium course with a “CR” grade. Students that fail to pass the HON - 110: Honors Symposium course will be ineligible to graduate with the Honors Colleg e distinction . 3. Refrain from committing Student Code of Conduct violations. Honors Course Withdrawal Students wishing to withdrawal from their honors course must follow the Course Drop Policy . Honors College Withdrawal Student s wishing to withdrawal from their Honors College must submit a written request to their Student Services Counselor and the Honors College department. Colangelo College of Business Bachelor of Science in Business for Secondary Education (IP/TL) College of Education Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Educational Studies (IP/Non -TL) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education/Special Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education (IP/TL) College of Fine Arts and Production Bachelor of Arts in Music Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in Dance Education (IP/TL) College of Humanities and Social Sciences Bachelor of Arts in English for Secondary Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Arts in History for Secondary Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Mathematics for Secondary Education (IP/TL) College of Science, Engineering, and Technology Bachelor of Science i n Biology for Secondary Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Chemistry for Secondary Education (IP/TL) Bachelor of Science in Physical Education (IP/TL) Prior to participation in any practicum/field experience, teacher candidates must provide their Fie ld Experience Counselor with verification of a current State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card or current fingerprint clearance documentation in accordance with the fingerprint policies of the state in which they reside. Cur rent and valid fingerprint clearance must be on file through the duration of the program. Failure to maintain current and valid Fingerprint Clearance may lead to immediate termination from the program . Based on the teacher candidate’s Program of Study, the teacher candidate will need one of the following: 1. Fingerprint Clearance Card 2. Federal Background Check: If a federal background check is required, official copies of this document will be reviewed by the Field Experience Counselor . A federal background che ck will be considered ‘clear’ if no offense(s) are listed. Teacher candidates with ‘cleared’ federal background checks will be deemed eligible for participation in practicum/field experiences. Should any offense(s) be listed on the federal background check , teacher candidates will be required to apply for and secure a valid State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card. Where applicable, a current teaching certificate may be provided in lieu of fingerprint clearance. GCU will not a ccept any background check older than six years. Please note that teacher candidates may need to complete additional fingerprinting for certification purposes based on their state’s requirements. If candidates are charged with a felony or misdemeanor while in the program, even if charges are not verified, they are obligated to report this to their Field Experience Counselor . Failure to do so may lead to immediate termination from the program. In the event that admission to Grand Canyon University’s College of Education is denied as a result of one or more offense listed in Sections B or Section C of the Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) 41 -1758.03, outlined in Appendix A, the following appeals process should be followed. Level One Appeal 1. Apply for a fingerprint clearance card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety. (Should the fingerprint clearance card be denied, see a Level Two Appeal) 2. Upon securing a fingerprint clearance card, request documentation from the Investigation Unit of the Arizona Department o f Education indicating consent of your potential eligibility to apply for and obtain a teacher or principal license based on the listed offense(s). The Investigation Unit of the Arizona Department of Education may request additional information regarding t he listed offense(s) prior to the issuance of their consent to be eligible for certification. 3. Provide Grand Canyon University with copies of the Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and the documentation provided by the Investigation Unit of the Arizona Depa rtment of Education for reconsideration of admission. Level Two Appeal 1. In the event that a fingerprint clearance card is denied, petition the Arizona Board of Fingerprinting for a good cause exception. More information regarding the application and process for a good cause exception can be found at the Arizona Board of Fingerprinting website. 2. If the Arizona Board of Fingerprinting app roves the good cause exception, a fingerprint clearance card will be issued. (Should the Arizona Board of Fingerprinting deny the good cause exception, a fingerprint clearance card will not be issued, and denied admission. (This decision cannot be appealed .) 3. Upon securing an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, request documentation from the Investigation Unit of the Arizona Department of Education indicating consent of your potential eligibility to apply for and obtain a teacher or principal license based o n the listed offense(s). The Investigation Unit of the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 50 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Arizona Department of Education may request additional information regarding the listed offense(s) prior to the issuance of their consent to be eligible for certification. 4. Provide Grand Canyon University with copies of the Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and the documentation provided by the Investigation Unit of the Arizona Department of Education for reconsideration of admission. Appendix A: Pursuant to ARS 41 -1758.03 Section B A person who is subject to registration as a sex offender in this state or any other jurisdiction or who is awaiting trial on or who has been convicted of committing or attempting, soliciting, facilitating or conspiring to commit one or more of the following offenses in this state or the same or similar offenses in another state or jurisdiction is precluded from receiving a fingerprint clearance card: 1. Sexual abuse of a vulnerable adult. 2. Incest. 3. First or second degree murder. 4. Sexual assault. 5. Sexual exploitation of a min or. 6. Sexual exploitation of a vulnerable adult. 7. Commercial sexual exploitation of a minor. 8. Commercial sexual exploitation of a vulnerable adult. 9. Child prostitution as prescribed in section 13 -3212. 10. Child abuse. 11. Abuse of a vulnerable adult. 12. Sexual conduct wi th a minor. 13. Molestation of a child. 14. Molestation of a vulnerable adult. 15. A dangerous crime against children as defined in section 13 - 705. 16. Exploitation of minors involving drug offenses. 17. Taking a child for the purpose of prostitution as prescribed in section 13-3206. 18. Neglect or abuse of a vulnerable adult. 19. Sex trafficking. 20. Sexual abuse. 21. Production, publication, sale, possession and presentation of obscene items as prescribed in section 13 -3502. 22. Furnishing harmful items to minors as prescribed in section 13-3506. 23. Furnishing harmful items to minors by internet activity as prescribed in section 13 -3506.01. 24. Obscene or indecent telephone communications to minors for commercial purposes as prescribed in section 13 -3512. 25. Luring a minor for sexual exploitation. 26. Enticement of persons for purposes of prostitution. 27. Procurement by false pretenses of person for purposes of prostitution. 28. Procuring or placing persons in a house of prostitution. 29. Receiving earnings of a prostitute. 30. Causing one's spouse to become a prostitu te. 31. Detention of persons in a house of prostitution for debt. 32. Keeping or residing in a house of prostitution or employment in prostitution. 33. Pandering. 34. Transporting persons for the purpose of prostitution, polygamy and concubinage. 35. Portraying adult as a min or as prescribed in section 13 -3555. 36. Admitting minors to public displays of sexual conduct as prescribed in section 13 -3558. 37. Unlawful sale or purchase of children. 38. Child bigamy. Appendix A: Pursuant to ARS 41 -1758.03 Sections C A person who is awaiting tri al on or who has been convicted of committing or attempting, soliciting, facilitating or conspiring to commit one or more of the following offenses in this state or the same or similar offenses in another state or jurisdiction is precluded from receiving a fingerprint clearance card, except that the person may petition the board of fingerprinting for a good cause exception pursuant to section 41 -619.55: 1. Manslaughter. 2. Endangerment. 3. Threatening or intimidating. 4. Assault. 5. Unlawfully administering intoxicating liquors, narcotic drugs or dangerous drugs. 6. Assault by vicious animals. 7. Drive by shooting. 8. Assaults on officers or fire fighters. 9. Discharging a firearm at a structure. 10. Indecent exposure. 11. Public sexual indecency. 12. Aggravated criminal damage. 13. Theft. 14. Theft by extortion. 15. Shoplifting. 16. Forgery. 17. Criminal possession of a forgery device. 18. Obtaining a signature by deception. 19. Criminal impersonation. 20. Theft of a credit card or obtaining a credit card by fraudulent means. 21. Receipt of anything of value obtained by fraudulent use of a credit card. 22. Forgery of a credit card. 23. Fraudulent use of a credit card. 24. Possession of any machinery, plate or other contrivance or incomplete credit card. 25. False statement as to financial condition or identity to obtain a credit card. 26. Fraud by per sons authorized to provide goods or services. 27. Credit card transaction record theft. 28. Misconduct involving weapons. 29. Misconduct involving explosives. 30. Depositing explosives. 31. Misconduct involving simulated explosive devices. 32. Concealed weapon violation. 33. Possession and sale of peyote. 34. Possession and sale of a vapor -releasing substance containing a toxic substance. 35. Sale of precursor chemicals. 36. Possession, use or sale of marijuana, dangerous drugs or narcotic drugs. 37. Manufacture or distribution of an imitatio n controlled substance. 38. Manufacture or distribution of an imitation prescription -only drug. 39. Manufacture or distribution of an imitation over -the -counter drug. 40. Possession or possession with intent to use an imitation controlled substance. 41. Possession or poss ession with intent to use an imitation prescription -only drug. 42. Possession or possession with intent to use an imitation over - the -counter drug. 43. Manufacture of certain substances and drugs by certain means. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 51 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. 44. Adding poison or other harmful substance to food, d rink or medicine. 45. A criminal offense involving criminal trespass and burglary under title 13, chapter 15. 46. A criminal offense under title 13, chapter 23. 47. Child neglect. 48. Misdemeanor offenses involving contributing to the delinquency of a minor. 49. Offenses invo lving domestic violence. 50. Arson. 51. Kidnapping. 52. Felony offenses involving sale, distribution or transportation of, offer to sell, transport or distribute or conspiracy to sell, transport or distribute marijuana, dangerous drugs or narcotic drugs. 53. Robbery. 54. Aggr avated assault. 55. Felony offenses involving contributing to the delinquency of a minor. 56. Negligent homicide. 57. Criminal damage. 58. Misappropriation of charter school monies as prescribed in section 13 -1818. 59. Taking identity of another person or entity. 60. Aggravated taking identity of another person or entity. 61. Trafficking in the identity of another person or entity. 62. Cruelty to animals. 63. Prostitution. 64. Sale or distribution of material harmful to minors through vending machines as prescribed in section 13 -3513. 65. Welfare fr aud. Practicum/Field Experiences Practicum /field experiences are field -based learning opportunities that focus on observation, application, and reflection.

Practicum /field experi ences require the Teacher C andidate to spend a prescribed amount of time in re al-life classroom settings in order to demonstrate competency with predetermined activities that are aligned to professional standards in t he field of education. Teacher Candidates who are not in an active student status may not complete practicum /field ex perience hours in the field. Teacher Candidates must have current/valid fingerprint clearance on file with their Field Experience Counselor prior to starting any fingerprint clearance required course. Early Childhood Education Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education Teacher candidates enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education or the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education program, who are completing practicum/ field experiences in Arizona, are required to submit a completed Student Information Release Form (SIRF) and proof of immunization and/or immunity from Tuberculosis (TB). In addition to the practicum/field experience hours throughout their regular coursework, c andidates enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education and Early Childhood Special Education have two additional 60 -hour practicum courses (Practicum I: ECS -460 and Practicum II: ECS -470). Teacher Candidates are required to complete an Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education application 8 weeks prior to the start date and will receive placement assistance from their assigned Teacher Placement Counselor. Teacher Candidates are required to complete 60 hours for Practicum I (ECS -460) and 60 hours for Practicum II (ECS -470) for a total of 120 hours. Teacher Candidates are not permitted to take ECS -460 Practicum I and ECS -470 Practicum II concurrently. COE Clinical Practice Expectations and Academic Standards The following clinical p ractice expectations for Teacher Candidates in the College of Education seek to address the common issues and responsibilities of Teacher Candidates who are out in schools and school districts in a field experience and clinical practice setting. The statem ents are designed to be reflective of the fundamental principles and values that are desired of a Teacher Candidate and his/her professional and personal conduct in the field experience and clinical setting. The conduct expectations clarify conduct unbeco ming of a Teacher Candidate, and thus are subject to disciplinary action. By addressing these issues we seek to respond to and clarify our expectations for all of our Teacher Candidates who are representing themselves and Grand Canyon University in their role and work with students, Cooperating Teachers, GCU Faculty Supervisors, and school communities. Teacher Candidates in the College of Education represent GCU’s value -based liberal arts institution. All Teacher Candidates who go out into the field are exp ected to abide by the responsibilities of university citizenship and to show consideration and respect for personal freedom and property rights of members of the civic, academic, and school community. Teacher Candidates are expected to abide by ethical, p rofessional, and academic standards that are conducive to a positive learning experience.

These expectations include, but are not limited to the expectation that the Teacher Candidate: • Gives appropriate attention to college and site placement work • Attends class, exercises, and engagements as required by the college and school site placement • Acknowledges and accepts the responsibility of honorable adherence to the university’s and site placement’s standards, rules, policies, and procedures • Supports and exhib its ethical behavior with students, faculty, staff, school placement personnel, and the community • Recognizes and embraces the diversity and personal values of others • Exhibits self -direction and self -reliance as a college student and in the pursuit of indiv idual and collaborative learning objectives and goals • Acknowledges and accepts personal responsibility and accountability for his or her actions, interactions, and communication in all forms with students, faculty, staff, school placement personnel, and th e community • Upholds confidentiality and respect for personal or professional information communicated in the placement classroom • Adheres to college dispositional expectations, policies, and standards of academic honesty • Represents themselves solely in all matters related to Clinical Practice performance, evaluation, assessments, disciplinary action, etc. • Dresses according to professional attire expectations which can be interpreted as: o Women: slacks (dress pants), skirts (mid -calf to about two inches above the knee), blouses, shells, cardigans, blazers, dresses o Men: dress pants, button down shirts, polo shirts (with a collar), blazers o Dress not permitted: Anything that is see -through, short, tight, or shows too much skin, flip -flops, tennis shoes, jeans that are too loose fitting, ripped or faded. Teacher Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 52 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Candidates must also follow the dress code of teachers at the school site Essential Elements for Teachers • Safely navigate the classroom /placement site and follow all safety protocols as outlined by the plac ement site. • Effectively communicate with students, parents, and peers • Complete all tasks in the designated time • Make effective crisis management decisions based on placement site policies and procedures • Ability to handle a full classroom of students as a ssigned o Awareness of student needs • Lead a classroom for the full contracted teacher work day. This includes: o Student Contact time o Teacher Contract time • Act as a professional regarding: o Timeliness o Preparedness o Hygiene and professional dress o Transportation to and from the school site • Communicate in appropriate standard language for the setting (written and verbal) • Maintain collegial relationships in the work/classroom environment Essential Functions Motor/Physical/Cognitive Strength for Teachers • A teacher candidate must be able to: Possess the physical strength and mobility to safely carry out teaching procedures and provide routine direction to students of all ages in all assigned school settings. • A teacher candidate must be able to: Use profess ional awareness to make accurate student assessments and judgments. • A teacher candidate must be able to: Accurately assess student progress and any needed information specific to student development. • A teacher candidate must be able to: Develop mature, s ensitive and effective relationships with individuals, families and groups of various social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds; adhere to GCU policies, procedures and requirements as described in the Clinical Practice/Student Teaching Manua l, Faculty/Employee Handbook, University Policy Handbook and demonstrate ethical behavior, including adherence to professional and university honor codes. • A teacher candidate must be able to: Communicate effectively and accurately in standard language us ing speech, reading, writing, language skills, and computer literacy. The use of appropriate nonverbal communication is also essential. • A teacher candidate must be able to: Collect, analyze, prioritize, integrate, and generalize information and knowledge to make sound judgments and decisions to promote positive student outcomes. • A teacher candidate must be able to: Adhere to classroom and placement schedules, submit all course and placement expectations in a timely manner. • A teacher candidate must be able to: meet all health and safety requirements to perform duties in assigned school settings. o School/placement sites may have health and safety requirements in addition to required GCU screenings. Dispositional Expectations • High Expectations - Educators shoul d believe that all students can learn and should set and support realistic expectations for student success. • Respect for the Diversity of Others - Educators should be sensitive to individual learning and social needs of students and embrace the cultural div ersity of the community. • Fairness - Educators should promote social justice and equity, maintain appropriate standards of confidentiality, and exercise fairness in all areas including assessment. • Professional Conduct - Educators should exercise sound judgmen t and ethical behavior. They should be a positive role model within their community. • Reflection - Educators should recognize that reflection combined with experience leads to growth as a professional.

Educators should be thoughtful about their professional practice, critically examine it, and seek continual improvement. • Curiosity - Educators should promote and support curiosity and encourage active inquiry. They should be able to think innovatively and creatively, using critical thinking as a problem -solving approach. • Honesty - Educators should model integrity by their words and actions. They should be forthright with others and uphold high standards of trust, character, and integrity. • Compassion - Educators should demonstrate professional friendliness, warmth, and genuine caring in their relationships with others while providing intellectual, emotional, and spiritual support. • Advocacy - Teachers understand the impact of community involvement and servant leadership as it applies to the welfare of others in the edu cational setting. • Dedication - Educators should be committed to the profession of teaching and learning. They should be professionally active, lifelong learners and seek opportunities for professional development. Clinical Practice Expectation Violations The following violations clarify conduct unbecoming of Teacher Candidates in the College of Education. Teacher Candidates are expected not to engage in such action while in a clinical setting at a school or school district. The following is a non -exhaustive list of actions that are considered clinical practice conduct violations, for which Teacher Candidates are subjected to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the University. If teacher candidates are found eligible to continue with the pro gram, Clinical Practice can only be repeated once . • Falsification, forgery, alteration, or invention of information, including, but not limited to, any document used for admission or eligibility to the university, document related to: o Admission or eligibility to Clinical Practice o Information regarding the site placement school, the district and/or personnel o Information regarding students o Information regarding curriculum content in the classroom • Disruptive behavior in any form that creates a hostile or offensive educational environment for a student, Cooperating Teacher, GCU Faculty Supervisor, faculty or staff o Threatening to harm or endanger the safety of any individual in the practicum/field experience setting o Threatening statements, behaviors, acts of violence or corporal punishment against any individual in the practicum/field experience setting • Failure to comply promptly with any reasonable directive from a Cooperating Teacher, GCU Faculty Supervisors, GCU course instructor, or staff • Failure to co operate with an investigation Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 53 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. • Possession, use, distribution, or behavior under the influence of alcohol or illegal or banned drugs or substances while on school property, or as part of any school -related activity • Communication orally, in writing, or by use of any technological device, including, and not limited to any phone or computer device, outside the classroom in a manner that could be perceived as inappropriate by any member of the site placement school, its extended community or university • Failure to maintain a professional approach to personal relationships with the students or the school community members Remediation The College of Education may take disciplinary action against candidates who demonstrate insufficient performance, inappropriate dispo sitions, conduct unbecoming, or are terminated by the site school placement. Remediation is implemented if candidates do not demonstrate sufficient progress with regard to performance or dispositions. The College of Education Office of Clinical Practice an d/or Professional Practices Committee reviews all documentation and makes a determination as to whether the alleged violation or deficiency has been substantiated and which college -level penalties may apply. If candidates do not comply with remediation plans and/or sanctions, they ma y be terminated from their site, complete a corrective action plan and/or may have to undergo the Code of Conduct process for failure to comply with a college directive. Basic Skills and Content Area Exams (Initial Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) 1. Teacher Candidates enrolled in an Initial Program – Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure Programs (IP/TL) beginning with the 2009 -2010 Academic Catalog must pass their state -mandated basic skills and content area exams prior to applying for the clinical practice/ stu dent teaching experience . It is the Teacher Candidate’s responsibility to determine what, if any, testing is necessary for their individual state. 2. Teacher Candidates that certify through Arizona will be required to submit passing scores on the National Ev aluation Series (NES), Arizona Educator Proficiency Assessment (AEPA) or equivalent exam as determined by the Arizona Department of Education’s out of state exam reciprocity requirements prior to applying for the clinical practice/student teaching experien ce. 3. If there is no content knowledge exam for the content area in which the Teacher Candidate is seeking certification, the Teacher Candidate will be required to submit an appeal to the Coll ege of Education demonstrating the content proficiency as guided b y the state in whi ch they are seeking certification. 4. Score reports will be accepted only if the official score report documents a passing score (‘pass’ or ‘passed’). 5. Teacher C andidates residing in states that do not have state - specific mandated basic and/o r content exams for initial licensure and do not certify throug h Arizona may be able to defer exams . Teacher Candidates should contact t heir assigned Field Experience Counselor (FEC) if they believe they qualify. Clinical Practice/ Student Teaching (Initi al Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) Clinical practice/student teaching provides candidates with the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of knowledge and skills in brick and mortar classroom setting. (Clinical practice/student teaching cannot be completed in a virtual school setting.) Teacher Candidates must meet all eligibility requir ements prior to progressing into clinical practice/student teaching. Taken at the conclusion of all coursework, clinical practice/ student teaching requires 15-16 consecutive week s (dependent on Teacher Candidate’s program of study) of unpaid, full day (Monday - Friday) placement with a COE approved Cooperating Teacher/Mentor . A Cooperating Teacher/Mentor must hold a current/valid certification in the area which aligns with the Teach er Candidate’s program of study, a Master degree or exceptional experience, have a minimum of three years teaching experience, full recommendation of the building principal/administrator and desire and ability to work cooperatively with the Teacher Candida te. Clinical practice/student teaching full days consists of the following: • Student Contact time: any instructional classroom time spent directly with students. • Teacher Contract time: any function at the cooperating school site(s) that the contracted teach er is required to attend. This includes prep time and professional development. • District holidays/inclement weather days are not to be counted. Clinical practice/student teaching requ ires a full take over for a minimum of 50% of the experience (i.e. 4 week s of full take over for an 8 -week course and 8 weeks for a 15/16 week course). During this time, Teacher Candidates will assume all teaching duties and responsibilities necessary for effective teaching of students without endangering the health and safety of the individual or others. Essential functions of the teaching profession include effectively leading the classroom and ensuring student learning. Clinical practice/student teaching is complete d in the Fall or Spring semesters; and is required for an Ins titutional Recommendation (IR). Teacher Candidates looking to complete clinical practice/student teaching in the summer may contact their assigned FEC to discuss eligibility. Clinical practice/student teaching may only be repeated once in the course of the Teacher Candidate’s time at Grand Canyon University. Clinical Practice/ Student Teaching Placement Requirements (Initial Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) Clinical practice/student teaching must be completed in a brick and mortar school (virtual schools are no acceptable for clinical practice/student teaching). Clinical practice/student teaching must be completed in a public -school setting or a licensed/accredited nonpublic school setting. Teacher Candidate’s site placement must align with the Teacher Candida te’s program of study. Placement preferences will be honored, if possible and/or feasible. However, the University reserves the right to make assignments or adjustments deemed to be in the Teacher Candidate’s best interest and the interest of other involve d parties. Clinical practice/student teaching cannot be completed at a school site where a relative is employed or the Teacher Candidate has children who attend the school. Unpaid Clinical Practice/Student Teaching (Initial Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) Teacher C andidates may not student teach in the classroom(s) in which they are employed as paraprofessionals /teacher aides/substitutes . Paraprofessionals /teacher aides/substitutes are not teachers of record. As assistants to a classroom teacher, their resp onsibilities are more limited than those required of a classroom teacher. Therefore, paraprofessionals /teacher aides/substitutes will need to take a leave of absence from their duties and responsibilities while they complete the clinical practice/ student t eaching requirements for their program of study. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 54 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Eligibility for Clinical Practice/ Student Teaching (Initial Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) 1. Successfully c omplete all coursework , including documented practicum/field experience hours, within the program of study. 2. Pass the state -specified basic skills and content area exams prior to applying for the clinical practice/ student teaching experience . 3. Maintain a minimum GPA of a 2.8 (undergrad) or 3.0 (graduate) as required for clinical practice/student teaching. 4. Work with the appropriate departments to remove any academic and/or financial holds on account to ensure that the Student Services Counselor (SSC) is able to complete the required registration process. 5. Rev iew program progression and academic eligibility wit h assigned SSC and/or Field Experience Counselor (FEC) . 6. Possess a current /valid Fingerprint Clearance Card or background check. Teacher Candidates certif ying through Arizona must have an Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Clinical practice/s tudent teaching may only be repeated once in the course of the Teacher Candidate’s time at Grand Canyon University . If a Teacher Candidate has an unsuccessful clinical practice/student teaching attempt in an Institutional Recommendation (IR) program and then enrolls into another IR program, the Teacher Candidate will need to appeal to the College of Education to student teach for a second and final attempt. Application for Clinical Practice/ Stud ent Teaching (Initial Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) In order to apply for clinical practice/student teaching, the Teacher Candidate must be meeting all clinical practice/student teaching eligibility requirements. The Student Teaching Application is provided by the Teacher Candidate’s assigned Field Experience Counselor (FEC) . The Student Teaching Application deadlines are as follows : Traditional (Ground) Students • November 1 st is the deadline for the Fall Clinical Practice (Student Teaching) experience • May 1 st is the deadline for the Spring Clinical Practice (Student Teaching) experience Non -Traditional (Online) Students • February 1 st is the deadlin e for the Fall Clinical Practice (Student Teaching) experience • August 1 st is the deadline for the Spring Clinical Practice (Student Teaching) experience No exceptions will be made to these deadlines . Requirements for an Institutional Recommendation (Initi al Program/Teacher Licensure Only ) Institutional Recommendations (IRs) are issued for teaching, principal, and school counseling programs that lead to initial licensure in Arizona . The IR confirms that a candidate has met all requirements, including succes sful clinical practice/ student teaching or internship, for the program of study that has been approved by the Arizona State Board of Education. It is the candidate ’s responsibility to determine the pr ofessional knowledge and content knowledge exams that mu st be taken to obtain a certificate in Arizona. An IR is valid for one year from the date it is signed. IRs can be issued only within one year of a candidate ’s graduation date; otherwise, the candidate will need to apply for a transcript analysis to determ ine if certification criteria have been met. All Teacher C andidates seeking an Institutional Recommendation for a teaching license must complete the program matic and state licensure which include but are not limited to verification of current/valid fingerprint clearance, passing scores on basic skills, content and professional knowledge exams and successful completion of clinical practice/student teaching. College of Fine Arts and Production Bachelor of Arts in Dance Bachelor of Arts in Dance Educa tion (IP/TL) Prospective students seeking admission to Grand Canyon University as dance education majors should have a minimum of two years of concentrated training in ballet, modern, and jazz dance technique. To gain admission into the program, a student must meet the general admission requirement of the university along with the requirements below. 1. An audition, either live or through the submission of DVD or digital materials 2. Dance resume and goal essay Auditionees will be led by a faculty member and as ked to demonstrate their technical skill level via barre and center work, progressions and improvisation. In addition, students will perform one minute of solo choreography. Transfer students are required to perform solos that they have choreographed. Can didates must demonstrate performance strength and skills that can be developed to enable them to successfully complete the degree requirements of the major and to successfully serve in professional realms of dance and dance education. Prospective students may register online to audition on a date of their choice at www.gcu.edu/auditions. College of Nursing and Health Care Professions All CONHCP Nursing Undergraduate Programs Chain of Command In the healthcare field, it is the expectation that healthcare wo rkers will use the chain of command to bring issues to the appropriate leader’s attention. For example: This is especially important when CONHCP nursing students question things like medication type and dosage. In order to prepare students for the requir ements of health care employers, the College leadership expect students to use the Chain of Command for raising similar issues in all healthcare programs. Therefore, students with concerns regarding the classroom should appropriately and professionally add ress their faculty. If intervention is needed beyond the faculty, students should address to their SSC. Finally, if the issue needs further attention, the SSC will notify the Director or Program Lead. Further concerns should be taken to the Assistant/ Associate Dean over the student’s program. If the student’s concern is regarding something unrelated to CONHCP courses, the student should consult with their counselor, and if needed the Student Services Manager. If after this process is exhausted, the student can pursue the University Appeals Procedures . Professional Practices Committee The College of Nursing & Health Care Professions Professional Practices Committee serves as the central sanctioning body for the application of College -level penalties in all cases involving student violations of the CONHCP clinical and lab policies, the Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 55 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. Student Professional Dispositions, as well as the Nursing Professional Standards. Student Professional Dispositions One important aspect of the student experience is the fulfillment of professional dispositions —ways of working, thinking, and interacting with others —in three areas: Professionalism, Work Ethic, and Communication Skills. In order to support student development and have clear expectations in these areas CONHCP lists the following key dispositions. Failure to demonstrate these dispositions through behaviors at any point in the program may jeopardize students’ continuation in the program. Students are expected to monitor their development of these professional dispositions, beginning now and continuing throughout their career. The ability to reflect on personal growth, strengths, and challenges is a central characteristic of e ffective people working in health care. These disposition statements do not replace the University Code of Conduct. Communication Skills 1. Demonstrate appropriate, professional, respectful verbal communication 2. Demonstrate appropriate, professional, respec tful written communication 3. Demonstrate a disposition toward inquiry and problem solving 4. Work collaboratively with students, faculty, and professionals 5. Demonstrate consistently positive attitudes toward learning and/or teaching 6. Accept responsibility for decisions and actions 7. Establish and maintain mutually respectful interactions 8. Demonstrate understanding of university/program organizational chart by communicating “need to know information” to individuals according to the chain of command Work Ethic 1. Demonstrate regular attendance 2. Demonstrate punctuality 3. Complete work in a timely manner 4. Demonstrate organizational skills 5. Know and observe all pertinent policies and procedures 6. Demonstrate a disposition toward personal ownership of learning and profes sional development Professionalism 1. Demonstrate a commitment to work with clients, their families, students, faculty, and staff in appropriate, professional, and respectful ways 2. Demonstrate an awareness of community, state, national, and world contexts that have an impact on the profession and the learning process 3. Treat everyone fairly, equitably, and respectfully 4. Accept constructive criticism and adjusts performance accordingly 5. Express and demonstrate interest in and enthusiasm for teaching/learning 6. Adapt to new and diverse teaching/learning situations 7. Adapt to differences among people including differences of SES, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, language, etc. 8. Maintain confidentiality about all student, client, faculty, and staff records unless disclosure serves a professionally compelling purpose or is required by law 9. Demonstrate discretion when discussing colleagues, faculty, field sit es, and personal information 10. Respect the points of view of others 11. Contribute meaningfully, appropriately, professionally, and respectfully to discussions by asking questions, giving opinions, and listening to others 12. Project an appropriate professional a ppearance in professional settings 13. Project an appropriate professional and respectful demeanor 14. Be open to leadership and opportunities for growth 15. Understand and practice professional ethical standards 16. Recognize personal at risk behavior: Behavioral cho ice that increases risk where risk is not recognized, or is mistakenly believed to be justified 17. Recognize personal reckless behavior: Behavioral choice to consciously disregard a substantial and unjustifiable risk 18. Acts overall in a manner that furthers t he interests of others (enlightened self -interest): Enlightened self -interest refers to the understanding and trust that what a person does to enhance another's quality of life enhances one's own quality of life to a similar degree. More simply put, it is the idea that "what goes around comes around" 19. Utilize social media responsibly, avoiding issues regarding privacy and confidentiality by not communicating information regarding your clinical experiences or documents contained in a client record. Procedur e for Processing Alleged Violations of the CONHCP Professional Dispositions The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions may take disciplinary action against a student who violates the Professional Dispositions. Violations will be reported by GCU ins tructors, GCU staff, or third parties affiliated with GCU. GCU faculty and staff are required to notify students that an incident report will be submitted to the Professional Practice Committee. Reports are forwarded to the Professional Practices Committe e Administrator upon discovery of the incident. The Administrator then reviews the report, as well as any history of prior offenses. The Administrator then notifies the student if the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions intends to take further action as a result of the particular report or as a result of the history of offenses. If further action is recommended, the Professional Practices Committee will determine whether the alleged violation has been substantiated and which College -level penalt y to apply. Students who are charged with a violation of the Professional Practices are afforded an opportunity to be heard before a College -level penalty is applied. Students at risk for College - level sanctions will be: • Contact ed by the Professional Prac tice Committee Administrator • Offered the opportunity to present documentation and speak on their own beha lf to the Professional Practice Committee. • Present information by submitting a written statement and/or participating via teleconference. Students are not required to participate or submit information. Students who wish to participate or present information must adhere to the following: • Submit all documentation within the timeframe specified in the notification. • If the student does not respond withi n seven days of being contacted by t he Professional Practice Committee Administrator, the student forfeits his/her right to participate in the process and a determination will be made by the Professional Practices Committee. • All information, including the initial report and supporting documentation, and any statement and documentation Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 56 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. submitted by the student, will be reviewed by the Professional Practices Committee during their formal Committee meetings. • Students are not entitled to representation by any third party, personal representative, or attorney in the College disciplinary process. College -level Penalties The Professional Practice Committee has the ability to issue College -level penalties. In making its determination, the Committee considers the severity of the offense, as well as the student’s history within the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions. Program Warning Some clinical violations may require students to complete a Student Success Plan, to outline required changes in behavior or practice. Students will be assigned an appropriate college administrator or faculty to complete mandatory meetings during the semester to update the student’s progress toward achieving the required goals. Students who fail to meet these requirements wil l be referred back to the Professional Practice Committee for potential additional sanctions. Sanctions requiring a student success plan include: • Dress Code Violation • Failure to Follow Directives by Faculty, Clinician, Preceptor, Office of Field Experience , or Staff Unprepared For Clinical • Unprofessional Communication or Behavior • Greater than 1:1 Preceptor to Student Ratio without notifying CONHCP. Program Probation Program Probation is a sanction imposed by the Professional Practice Committee. Clinical Pro gram Probation is assigned to a student that commits infractions determined to be high risk where additional monitoring is needed. Clinical Program Probation may be removed within a semester, or may cross over multiple semesters based on the severity. An a utomatic 10% clinical grade reduction applies for any course in which an undergraduate student was sanctioned with Clinical Program Probation. A graduate student placed on clinical probation will result in a 10% reduction of professionalism points in the c lassroom. Faculty and Clinicians, in current and future terms, overseeing students on clinical probation will be notified of the infraction and remediation requirements. These infractions include but are not limited to • Unsafe clinical practice • Failing to c omplete the Student Success Plan Requirements • Repeat Clinical Lab, Simulation Tardy • Unexcused Clinical, Lab, Simulation Absence • HIPAA Violation • Performing skills or interventions before successfully completing a Performance Based Assessment • Displaying hostility or using confrontational words or body language • Clinical, Lab, or Simulation abandonment (without permission) • Acting Independently Within the Scope of a Nurse Program Probation Procedure The following steps will occur if the stud ent is being pla ced on program probation. 1. The student will receive the sanction of Clinical Program Probation from the Professional Practices Committee through email and postal mail. This letter will outline the requirements the student must complete during their probatio n. 2. A copy of the letter will be placed in the student’s file. 3. The student’s progress will be reassessed at the end of the term to determine if the student will be removed from clinical probation. Students that do not complete the requirements will be refer red to the University Code of Conduct Committee for potential suspension or expulsion from the program and/or the University. 4. The student must be removed from probation in order to meet program and graduation requirements. University Code of Conduct Referr al Some behaviors are so egregious that significant sanctions will apply. These infractions will be submitted to the Code of Conduct Committee for potential University sanctions such as suspension and/or expulsion. Please see the Code of Conduct and Academ ic Standards policy for more information. Infractions that require Code of Conduct reporting include: • Academic Plagiarism • Clinical Practice Fraud or Forgery • Academic Cheating • Jeopardizing a Clinical Partnership • Failure to Report a Felony or Misdemeanor In addition to the sanctions a student may face from the Code of Conduct Committee of the University, the most significant infractions require the University to report the incident or behavior to the Arizona Board of Nursing by statute. The priority of the College of Nursing and Health Care Professions is the education of future health care professionals in a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and patients.

Patient safety is of the utmost importance. In certain cases where a student is engaged in behavior that is intentionally harmful, negligent, below program standards, or inconsistent with nursing or athletic training professional standards, whether potentially or actually harmful to a patient, the Dean or designee will report the incident to th e respective regulatory board as soon as the incident is substantiated. Reporting is mandatory under the Nurse Practice Act ( https://www.azbn.gov/faqs/disci pline - complaints/submitting -a-complaint -faqs%20 -%202 ) and the Athletic Training Practice Act (ARS 32 -4158). The following documents guide the professional practice of athletic training and define the skills appropriate for students at the baccalaureate lev el. • Arizona State Law ( Chapter 41 – Athletic Trainers ) • The Board of Certification’s (BOC’s) Standard of Professional Practice • NATA Educational Competencies (5th Edition) • NATA Code of Ethics All students enrolled in a clinical program are required to participate in formal instruction on skills related to their respective discipline (nursing / athletic training) before practicing any skill on patients. All skills must be done under the direct supervision of a clinical preceptor / instructor. Students may be placed on clini cal suspension, per the Dean or designee, during the investigation. Infractions that require Arizona Board of Nursing notification by licensed or unlicensed students include: • Information that a nurse or certificate holder may be mentally or physically unab le to safely practice nursing or perform nursing related duties • Conduct which leads to the dismissal for unsafe nursing practice or conduct or other unprofessional conduct Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 57 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. • Conduct that appears to be a contributing factor to high risk/harm to a patient and required medical intervention • Conduct that appears to be a contributing factor to the death of a patient • Conduct involving the misuse of alcohol or other chemical substances to the extent that nursing practice may be impaired or may be detrimentally impact ed • Actual or suspected drug diversion • Pattern of failure to account for medications; failing to account for wastage of control drugs • Falsification of medical or treatment records • Pattern of inappropriate judgment or nursing skill • Failing to assess or inter vene on behalf of patient(s) • Conduct involving sexual contact with a patient, patient family member or other dual relationships • Conduct involving physical/verbal patient abuse • Conduct involving misappropriation, theft or exploitation of a patient • Practicin g nursing without a valid nursing license • Conduct that deceives, defrauds or harms the public • Criminal charges, felony and misdemeanor, which may affect public safety within ten days from when the charge(s) are filed • Failing to take action in a health car e setting to protect a patient whose safety or welfare is at risk from incompetent health care practice, or to report such practice to employment or licensing authorities. Infractions that require Arizona Board of Nursing notification by licensed students only include: • Conduct involving practicing beyond the scope of practice of the license or certificate. Examples include knowingly giving a medication not authorized by a treating provider, obtaining laboratory or other tests not authorized by a treating pr ovider, unauthorized adjusting of dosage • Violation of a disciplinary sanction imposed on the nurse’s license by the board • Felony conviction(s) must be reported within ten days of the conviction Failing to report to the Board a licensed nurse whose work his tory includes conduct, or pattern of conduct, that leads to or may lead to an adverse patient outcome. Patient Safety Event A patient safety event is an event, incident, or condition that could have resulted or did result in harm to a patient. Patient safe ty events include adverse events, no -harm events, close calls, hazardous conditions and sentinel events, which are defined as follows: • An adverse event is a patient safety event that resulted in harm to a patient. • A no -harm event is a patient safety even t that reaches the patient but does not cause harm. • A close call (or “good catch”) is a patient safety event that did not reach the patient. • A hazardous (or “unsafe”) condition(s) is a circumstance (other than a patient’s own disease process or condition ) that increases the probability of an adverse event. • A sentinel event is a patient safety event (not primarily related to the natural course of the patient’s illness or underlying condition) that reaches a patient and results in any of the following: o De ath o Permanent harm o Severe temporary harm If a patient safety event should occur, the student needs to immediately notify the clinical instructor and/or preceptor, Director and/or Program Lead at the University and health care facility leadership and comp lete the CONHCP Incident Report form. The patient safety event will lead to an investigation with possible corrective actions up to and including a referral to Code of Conduct with the recommendation for expulsion from the program and the event will be re ported to the respective Board of Nursing. Reference: The Joint Commission. (2017, June 29). Retrieved from https://www.jointcommission.org/sentinel_event_policy_and_pro cedures/. Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training Students may enroll in general education coursework that prepares students for entry into the Bachelor of S cience in Athletic Training (ATP) program . Admission into the clinical portion of the Athletic Training Education program is competitive and determined by the criteria lis ted below in addition to the availability of clinical placements . Admission into the Athletic Training Program is not guaranteed Admission Requirements for Clinical Coursework To be eligible for acceptance into the clinical phase of the program, students must: 1. Complete the application by the designated deadline as specified on the ATP website. 2. Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. 3. Successfully complete all prerequisit e courses: ENG -105, ENG -106, MAT -144, BIO -201, BIO -201L, BIO -202, BIO - 202L ATP -214, ATP -214L and ATP -256. ATP -214, ATP - 214L and ATP -256 must be completed at Grand Canyon University . 4. Complete the Athletic Training entrance examination, which includes conten t from prerequisite courses including BIO -201, BIO -201L, BIO -202, BIO -202L ATP -214, ATP -214L and ATP -256 . 5. Complete a written essay to answer a series of questions regarding students’ knowledge of the profession of athletic training and commitment to learni ng. Students offered secondary admission must complete and submit the following information to the Office of Field Experience prior to the start of clinical rotations: 1. Application for an Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card. 2. First Aid card from an approved provider listed in the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experience Manual 3. Professional Rescuer CPR card from an approved provider listed in the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field 4. Experience Manual. The CPR course must meet t he Board of Certification (BOC) Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) 5. requirements (www.bocatc.org). 6. Signed Technical Standards form 7. Signed HIPAA and FERPA confidentiality acknowledgement form 8. Health History and Physical Examination form which include proof of required vaccinations outlined in the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experience Manual 9. Proof of valid professional liability insurance 10. Hepatitis B Vaccination Form Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 58 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. 11. Valid National Athletic Trainers Association Membership which provides access to clinic al course proficiency requirements. Membership fee is paid by the student. Students offered secondary admission must attend the mandatory athletic training orientation prior to the start of the academic year. Policies and procedures pertaining to blood bo rne pathogens, communicable diseases, and accreditation requirements are reviewed with new students at that time. Upon acceptance into the clinical phase of the program, students must adhere to the following criteria in order to remain in good standing a nd continuously enrolled in the Athletic Training program: 1. Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7. Students who fail to meet the minimum GPA requirement will be placed on academic probation for the following semester. Students who fail to raise their GPA after the following semester will be administratively withdrawn from the program. 2. Successfully complete all Athletic Training major courses with C or better. Students who receive a lower grade than a C will be administratively withdrawn from the program a nd will need to follow the steps outlined in the Re-Entry to Athletic Training Major Courses section. 3. Maintain continuous enrollment during the fall and spring semesters. 4. Maintain National Athletic Trainers Association Membership at the cost to the student , which provides access to clinical course proficiency requirements. 5. Maintain Emergency Cardiac Care (ECC) certification (current through May of each academic year). 6. Maintain Athletic Training Student Liability Insurance (current through May of each academ ic year). 7. Attend the GCU Athletic Training Student Orientation annually (either in person or on a webinar) , which includes blood borne pathogen training and a discussion of the communicable disease policy . 8. Follow clinical requirements as outlined in the At hletic Training Clinical Manual. 9. Know and adhere to a clinical site’s privacy and procedures before undertaking any activities at the site. 10. Promptly report any violation of those pr ocedures, applicable law, or AT P con fidentiality agreement by an AT P studen t, faculty or sta ff member to the appropriate AT P clinical instructor or faculty member. 11. Understand that a violation of the clinical site’s policies and proce dures, of applicable law, or AT P confidentiality agreement will subject the student to disciplinar y action. 12. Maintain Immunization Records as outlined in the Athletic Training Clinical Manual. 13. Successfully complete GCU Board of Certification (BOC) endorsement exam prior to being endorsed by the Program Director. Students must report any legal incidence that may result in revocation of the fingerprint clearance card or cause ineligibility to sit for the BOC examination immediately to the program director. Re-Entry to Athletic Training Major Courses Students who have failed courses in the athletic training major must submit an official academic appeal to the Athletic Training Program Director to be considered for re -entry into the program. A student receiving a grade of incomplete “I” in any athletic training major course must assure that the incomplete is resolved and a grade is submitted prior to the start of the next academic semester. Failure to do so will result in administrative withdrawal from the program and current cohort sequence. Student must petition with the Athletic Training Program Director fo r re -entry to the athletic training major under the following conditions: 1. Interrupted Enrollment - Student has been out of the athletic training major (for at least one course). Students must follow a cohort sequence. 2. Course failure - Student receives a fail ure (below a grade of “C”) in athletic training course. Students may not continue in AT P course sequence until failed course has been repeated and passed with a “C” or better. Courses are currently offered one time during the academic year. 3. Unresolved Inco mplete - Student receives an incomplete “I” as a grade in an athletic training course that is unresolved by the first day of classes in the following semester. 4. Administrative Withdrawal - Student has been administratively withdrawn from the athletic training major course. Re-entry to the major is not assured simply because the student was previously enrolled in athletic training courses or was previously accepted. The decision will be based on the evidence showing that the student is ready to continue, has po tential to complete the program, and is in compliance with University regulations and standards of behavior. All decisions to readmit are also contingent upon clinical space availability. The student must meet all admission and clinical requirements to be considered for re -entry into the program. Only one failed athletic training course may be repeated once based on acceptance of the student by the reapplication process to the major. Subsequent course failures constitute administrative withdrawal from the a thletic training education program. Board of Certification Examination In order to attain certification, an individual must complete a professional athletic training education program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) and pass the Board of Certification (BOC) exam. Please visit the BOC website and view the candidate information for full description of qualifications and process. Mandatory Advisement for Athletic Training Major Courses Faculty members may request mandatory advisement or remediation sessions when students are in clinical or academic jeopardy, and/or when student behavior appears below professional standards. Satisfactory academics and/or behavioral changes must be accomplished by the end of the course in order to progress in the program. It is important to maintain continuous progress and a sound knowledge base to be successful throughout the progra m. Athletic Training Major Course Completion Successful completion of athletic training courses means that students must: 1. Achieve a minimum of 76% average for the theory portion of the course. a. Theory grade includes the average of exams and all nonclinic al assignments . b. Theory grade for clinical courses includes all proficiencies and clinical assignments . 2. Achieve a minimum of 76% average for the exam portion of the theory grade . a. Exam portion does not include quizzes . b. Courses delineated as writing intens ive do not follow the exam policy . 3. Achieve a minimum of 76% average for the graded clinical proficiencies in clinical instruction courses with satisfactory clinical performance . Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 59 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. 4. Complete all assignments, including clinical proficiencies, and submitted to earn course credit . a. Late assignments will be deducted 10% per day . b. No points will be awarded for any assignment submitted 10 days past the due date, but submission is still required . c. Technical issues are not valid excuses for late work unless the problem stems from GCU servers . 5. Complete a minimum of 150 clinical hours in each clinical course . a. Students should not be scheduled for les s than 10 hours per week and no more than 20 hours per week . Athletic Training Practice & Medication Administration Policy Ath letic Training students are not permitted to administer medications. No Rounding Policy The GCU College of Nursing & Health Care Professions has adopted a No Rounding policy for all courses within the program.

This policy states that all grades will be e ntered to the hundredth at their face value and not rounded (i.e., a final grade of 89.99 will be entered as B and not a B+). Honor Code All students will sign the following Honor Code Statement each time they take a test, either electronically or by pape r and pencil. “On my honor, as a Grand Canyon University Student, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid on this academic work.” Guidelines for Administration of Exams in The Ground Testing Environment Examinations will be administered in an environment that is conducive to success and minimizes the opportunity for academic dishonesty. Students are allowed 1.5 min per multiple choice questions and 3 min per short answer/essays on exams. 1. Students may only have a pencil on their desk. Calculators and scratch paper will be provided by proctor, if needed for exam. 2. Everything brought into the room ( backpacks, purses, cell phones , hats, snacks, water, etc.) must be placed at the front of the room at the st udent’s own risk. 3. Only head adornments of a medical or religious nature are permitted during examinations. Hats, hoodies, beanies, and/or other ornamental head coverings must be removed and left with other non -essential paraphernalia in the instructor -/pro ctor -designated locations 4. All cell phones must be turned off and placed in backpack (no cell phones on desk or in students’ pockets). 5. All watch devices with internet capability must be placed in the front of the room with the student’s belongings. 6. Faculty will be present during entire exam and actively monitor ing student behaviors . 7. Students may not t alk during the exam s. 8. Students must keep their eyes on their own exam at all times. 9. Once the exam has begun students may not approach the instructor to ask q uestions or seek cl arification . 10. Students may not leave the room and return once the exam has begun. Students must use restrooms prior to exam. In the event of a medical emergency, students may leave, but the allotted time will not change. 11. Students who arr ive late will still be allowed to take the exam, but the stop time will remain the same. 12. Exams will be timed and collected when time is up. 13. Students may only access the HESI test site on the computer while taking an electronic exam. Students may not minimi ze the site, exit the site, or use chat during the exam. 14. After completing the examination, students will leave the classroom and not return until instructed by faculty once all students have finished the exam. 15. Students are encouraged to be present and we ll prepared to take all examinations. Consequences for being absent may include being given a different version of the exam. Only students with excused absences will be given the opportunity to take a make -up exam. Pre -planned, non - emergency misses should be scheduled prior to absence; students will receive different exam versions from those administered to students’ primary section. Only students with excused absences will be given the opportunity to take a make -up exam. Students must notify the i nstructor no less than one hour prior to the start of the exam for the absence to be considered excused. Students may make up no more than one exam per course. Students who are observed violating the above criteria will be asked to leave the exam, given no credit for the exam, and reported to the University Code of Conduct Committee. Bodily Fluids Exposure and/or Injury During Field Experiences Grand Canyon University acknowledges the inherent risks associated with working around or with patients and health care organizations, including a potential exposure to blood and body fluids. Onc e in a patient care setting, students will have access to and will be expected to utilize appropriate blood -borne pathogen barriers, proper sanitary precautions, and appropriate bio hazard disposal equipment and procedures at each clinical site. The following details student responsibilities in this area: • You must have and maintain current health insurance and show verification of coverage each year while matriculated in the program . • GCU and the clinical agencies that provide practical experiences for our students are not responsible or liable for the costs of medical follow -up or expenses incurred. • If evaluation and treatment is re quired by the facility where students are completi ng clinical experiences, the student is responsible for all costs and associated follow up. • In the event that students are injured or expos ed to blood and body fluids, students will: o Immediately notify your clinical preceptor or site supervisor o Wash the area immediately and thoroughly with soap and water. o With in 24 hours, follow -up with the students’ Primary Care Provider who will make a determination of immunization status and give appropriate prophylaxis or referral for appropriate prophylaxis . o Assume full responsibility for disease sequelae. o Follow the policies of the agency (if any). o Complete a student incident report with the supervising faculty or instructor who was present during incident. A copy of this report will be given to the Coll ege Administrator and placed in the student’s file. Communicable Disease Policy Students may not participate in field experiences during the time they are affected by or suspect they have a communicable disease. A communicable disease is a health disorde r that can be passed from one person to another. If students suspect they may have a communicable disease, an immediate visit to the student health center or healthcare provider for evaluation is required. If the evaluation shows possible communicable dise ase, students Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 60 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. must remain out of contact with patients for the duration suggested by the healthcare provider. Students may not return to participation in field experiences until they have been re - evaluated by a healthcare provider and released with written verification of full release. You Students must contact the clinical preceptor and faculty upon suspicion and verification of the disease. Examples of communicable diseases include, but are not limited to the following: • AIDS • Shingles (Herpes Zoster) • Chick enpox • Strep pharyngitis • Measles • Cholera • Conjunctivitis • Diphtheria • Diarrhea - infectious • Influenza • Tetanus • Impetigo • Yellow Fever • Hepatitis A, B or C • Herpes Simplex • Meningitis (bacterial) • Mumps • Pertussis (whooping cough • Rubella • Shigellosis • Streptococcal pneumonia • Scabies • Hand, foot, mouth syndrome • Viral and acute hepatitis • Herpes • Lice (pediculosis) • Lyme disease • Escherichia coli (E coli) • Tuberculosis • Group A Strep • Pinworms • Ringworm Refer to Clinical Absence and Participation Policy. Clinical Attendance, Ma ke-Up, and Tardiness Policy Effective Spring 2018 Clinical attendance is mandatory and students are expected to arrive to clinical on time. Tardiness is not acceptable and habitual tardiness can result in disciplinary action. Students are required to notify clinical preceptors of any absence and/or anticipated tardiness. Individual clinical preceptors will discuss the mechanism for notification of absence. Absenteeism will interfere with student attainment of course objectives, and may impact the grade students receive in clinical courses. Legitimate illness may be an excused absence when defined as: • a communicable disease which can be transmitted to patients, staff or other students • an illness which would be aggravated by attendance at lecture, lab, or clinical • hospitalization Students will be asked to submit substantiating medical documentation that states: “the student may return to class, lab, and clinical with no health or safety restrictions” from a medical provider an d written on a prescription, or letterhead, that clearly reflects the provider’s medical number. This will be required whether the student misses one clinical day or lab or consecutive clinical days or labs. GCU may verify the information contained in the documentation with the provider. Students will be required to make up their missed clinical hours and document the hours in ATrack. Clinical Preceptors and the Clinical Education Coordinator will verify the completion of rescheduled hours. Unexcused absen ces: • First Occurrence: Student will receive a clinical warning. • Second Occurrence: Student will be placed on clinical probation and will be submitted to Professional Practice Committee for the second late. • Third Occurrence: Student will be suspended from c linical and submitted to Professional Practice Committee on the third late which may result in failure of clinical. Failure to complete the 150 hour minimum requirement per clinical class may result in failure of that clinical course. Students who miss clinical due to extended illness are required to contact the Student Disability Services. Policy for Student Drug, Nicotine & Alcohol Screening The practice of professionalism demands that the clinician be free from the influence of any substance that wou ld impair judgment and thinking ability. As a result, health care agencies are requiring students who work directly with patients to undergo drug screening. Students must also be free from impairing substances. Health care agencies and the CONHCP require d rug screening of all students prior to their first clinical experience. In addition, students are subject to screening if either the faculty or preceptor suspects that the student is impaired at any time on campus, or during any health care experience or a ny other university or work related activity. Any student whose test is deemed positive will not be able to enroll or continue in the athletic training program for a minimum period of one year. Determination will be made in the Professional Standards Commi ttee. The College is required to report any positive screens and/or suspicion refusal to the appropriate board. This policy is designed to identify the procedures to be followed for drug testing as well as to outline the appeal and readmission to the prog ram. For Cause or Reasonable Suspicion Drug, Nicotine & Alcohol Screening The program director or clinical coordinator may ask a student to submit to a drug and alcohol screening at any time if a faculty member or preceptor is under reasonable suspicion that the student may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This includes, but is not limited to, the following circumstances:

evidence of drugs or alcohol on or about the student’s person or in the student’s possession, unusual conduct on the student ’s part that suggests possible use or influence of drugs or alcohol, negative performance patterns, or excessive and unexplained absenteeism or tardiness. Determination will be made by the Professional Standards Committee. 1. Students will be asked to submit to an immediate oral drug and alcohol screening test conducted at one of the laboratory options provided. 2. Students may also be given a drug screen authorization form and asked to immediately complete a urine drug screen at one of the laboratory options p rovided. Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 61 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. 3. Students will be required to show picture identification upon arrival. A driver’s license or passport are acceptable forms of identification. 4. The costs for all screening and medical review (if deemed necessary) are the students’ responsibility. 5. A screen with questionable results will be sent by the lab for a medical review by the company completing the drug screen.

Costs for review and retest will be the responsibility of the student. 6. A negative report, excluding a positive nicotine result, is necessary to continue in the program of study in the CONHCP. Follow -up Action: Positive Screen (For Cause or Initial Drug Screen) 1. Positive drug screens (including those medically prescribed) may result in withdrawal from the nursing program for a minimum of 12 months. After this 12 -month period, the student may apply for readmission under general guidelines stated in the University P olicy Handbook, provided there is submission of evidence of satisfactory participation in a rehabilitation program for alcohol/substance abuse.

Determination will be made in the Professional Standards Committee. 2. Sources of evidence include: a. Documentati on of completed program of rehabilitation. a. Acknowledgement of continuance in a twelve step or after - care program. b. Letter from therapist or licensed health care provider stating the student is now able to function safely in a clinical facility. 3. The stude nt must have a negative screen prior to being readmitted to the nursing program. The screen will be done at the direction of CONHCP and may be periodic while the student is in a CONHCP program. The student is responsible for all costs of screening. 4. The de cision to readmit will be made by the CONHCP College Administrator after review of submitted materials. As with other applications for readmission, space availability may be a determining factor for that particular semester. 5. A report will be filed with th e State Board of Nursing upon withdrawal from the program consistent with the rules and regulations of the State Board of Nursing. 6. Any student who screens positive after one readmission may be permanently dismissed from the nursing program. Follow -up Act ion For -Cause Negative Screen 1. Students whose drug screens are negative will meet with the College Administrator to discuss the perceptions of impaired behavior and the implications and steps to avoid similar situations in the future. 2. A review by the Medi cal Review Officer (MRO) by the company collecting the drug screen for documentation of any medical condition or treatment may be requested. 3. Students will not be counted as absent from clinical during this evaluation process. However, students will be exp ected to meet the clinical objectives. 4. A reasonable suspicion/cause drug screen that is positive; however, is deemed negative by a medical review officer will follow these guidelines: a. The student will meet with the College Administrator. b. The student may be required to undergo, at the student’s expense, an evaluation for drug use/prescription drug use/impairment by a psychiatrist recommended by the State Board of Nursing. c. The student will follow other recommendations deemed necessary by the College Admin istrator. d. The student will be required to provide a negative drug screen prior to returning to clinical and be subject to periodic drug screens at the student’s expense. e. More than one incident of a reasonable suspicion/cause drug screen that is positive; however, deemed negative by a medical review officer may result in withdrawal from the nursing program for a minimum of 12 months. In this case the student will follow the positive drug screening guidelines. Students Who Refuse Drug Screening Students w ho refuse to participate in screening will be required to leave the clinical area and make an appointment with the Dean of Nursing or his/her designee. The student will remain out of the clinical area until an investigation has been done and a recommendati on has been made by the College Administrator. Students who refuse screening may be subject to dismissal from the CONHCP. A student who refuses to participate in the aforementioned rehabilitation program will not be allowed into clinical courses; therefore he/she cannot complete the nursing program. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Pre -Licensure) The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Pre -licensure) is a significantly rigorous program, both academically and based on the time commitment required. Students who choose to apply for secondary admission to the nursing program should understand all the additional nursing policies students must adhere to in order to be admitted, progress, and graduate from the program.

Students who cannot meet the academic rigor of th e courses, as well as prioritize time -demanding program requirements above all else, will likely have a difficult time meeting the requirements of the program . Admission Requirements for Clinical Coursework The historical acceptance rates may not accuratel y depict the availability or outcome of a future applicationperiod. Therefore, GCU does not provide secondary applicant/acceptance -rates statistics on admissions since they invariably change each semester.We do release the prior semester AVG HESI A2 scores and cumulative Programmatic/Pre -requisite GPAs for those students who were initially offered acceptance into the clinical portion of the program. Admission into the program is competitive, and CONHCP stack -ranks prerequisite GPA, programmatic GPA, and HES I A2 scores to determine final admissions decisions. Please note, the average GPAs and HESI A2 scores of applicants who are accepted into the clinical portion of the program are typically higher than the minimum requirements for secondary admission. After two secondary application attempts (if not accepted) , a student will be ineligible for secondary admission and will be required to select an alternate program. Additionally, admission cannot and will not be guaranteed . Applications that do not meet the mi nimum requirements by the application deadline will be denied without consideration . • GCU’s Pre -licensure program only admits students into the pre -licensure program that are did not earn credit from another college or university before or since enrolling a t GCU, this excludes any college credits earned from an approved nursing assistant training program or credits earned while attending high school). (Students registered Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 62 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. at GCU as of April 6, 2017, will be honored through the Fall 2021 secondary application period, even if they do not meet this requirement.) • Once enrolled at GCU, students are permitted to test out of general education courses via College Level Examination Program (CLEP). • Prior to entering the clini cal portion of the program, students are permitted to participate in Study Abroad as long as credit is not earned during the experience. • Once admitted into the clinical portion of the program, students will not be allowed to participate in Study Abroad. Secondary Admission Criteria and Information : Students can take the full HESI A2 entrance exam with a maxiumum of four total attempts. Attempts taken less than 45 days apart will be nullified. Students can take the full HESI entrance exam with a maximum of four total attempts over two application periods. Students must take all three required portions in the same sitting in order for the test to meet standards. CONHCP will use the attempt with the highest overall score, providing all subtest scores meet the requirements above. The criteria will be weighted per the table below: Criteria Weight Fall 2018 Pre -requisite GPA : Includes following courses whether transferred in or taken at GCU CHM -101/101L; BIO - 202/202L; BIO -205/205L; BIO -322, BIO -319, PSY - 357 40% 3.25 Programmatic GPA: All courses taken only at GCU under the enrolled program (See Specific General Education Requirements in the Academic Catalog) 15% 3.0 HESI: Composite Score of Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary 15% 80 HESI: Math 15% 80 HESI: Human Anatomy and Physiology 15% 75 Repeat Course Conditions Students are subject to the Repeating Passing Courses policy, and grades used in the stack -ranking calculation will follow the policy. Students cannot retake successfully completed pre - requisite courses. This includes transfer credits earned from dual enrollment courses completed in high school or transfer credits earned for students registered at GCU prior to April 6, 2017. The initial pre -requisite course attempt with a passing gra de will be applied to the GPA used in the stack ranking process, whether the grade was obtained from GCU or another institution . Additional Requirements • Submit Fingerprint Clearance Card: o Applicants provide a Level One State of Arizona Fingerprint Clearanc e Card. • Pass a Background Check: Students must pass an approved background check. The background check includes an approved OIG/GSA component that documents students have not committed Healthcare Fraud or Abuse. Students whose record includes any felony wi ll be automatically disqualified and denied admission. If the prospective student or student is charged with a felony, or undesignated offense either before admission or during the program, he/she must speak with the Site Director and Dean within 15 days. Students with misdemeanors on their records will be reviewed to determine potential clinical placement and employability based on the individual’s record. Students that are admitted with misdemeanors can in no way be guaranteed licensure or employment, as licensure is at the sole discretion of the State Boards of Nursing and external healthcare employers All criteria must be completed by the deadline specified below.

The College of Nursing and Healthcare Professions will conduct a review of the student’s r ecords to determine admissibility into the nursing major. Deadline Semester May 15 Fall September 15 Spring January 15 Summer While GCU may attempt to collect a student’s location preference for the didactic portion of the program, GCU’s location assignment is final. If a student does not accept the assignment, GCU will offer the position to the next qualified student. Required Prior to Starting BSN Clinical Coursework Upon acceptance into the nursing program, students must complete the following p rior to starting the major coursework and clinical phase of the program. 1. Sign the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Confidentiality Agreement before any involvement in a clinical setting. 2. Attend College of Nursing and Health Care Professions training or an approved in -classroom clinical instruction on requirements relating to patient privacy. 3. Complete the Substance Screening. Please refer to the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experience Manual for additional information. 4. Provid e the following health information to the Office of Field Experience at least two weeks before the semester start date where the student will begin their clinical coursework. Some requirements will need to be updated after the initial screening/immunizatio n. Please refer to the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experience Manual for additional information. • Health history • Physical exam • Current health insurance coverage • Proof of immunization and/or immunity (as in the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experiences Manual ) are required: o Tuberculosis (TB) screening o Lab evidence (titer) of immunity o MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) o Varicella Zoster (VZV) o Tetanus -Diphtheria (TD) o Influenza Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 63 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. o Meningococcal Vaccination (recommended: not required) o Hepatitis A (recommended; not required) o Hepatitis B (recommended; a signed waiver is required if the vaccination series is not completed or declined by the student) • Submit a Professional Rescuer CPR course completion card.

The c ertification has to remain current throughout the program. 5. Students must complete all “Required General Education” and “General Education Program Major Prerequisite” courses, as listed in the Academic Catalog, with a passing grade (with the exception of N SG -310, as this course is taken during the clinical portion of the program, if accepted). Failure to complete the aforementioned will result in the rescinding of secondary acceptance offer, and students will not be allowed to progress into the clinical por tion of the Pre -Licensure BSN program. Progression Requirements during the Pre -licensure Nursing Major and Clinical Coursework While enrolled in the nursing major, students must adhere to the following criteria: 1. Follow the clinical policies and procedures outlined in the Guidelines for Undergraduate Field Experience Manual . 2. Maintain a current Level One State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card or current fingerprint clearance documentation in accordance with the fingerprint pol icies of the state in which the student resides. 3. Maintain continuous enrollment in the nursing major courses.

Traditional campus student s maintain enrollment for the Fall and Spring semesters. Fast -track students maintain enrollment for the Fall, Spring, a nd Summer semesters. This includes clinical rotations. 4. Earn a grade of a C or better in all nursing major courses. 5. Only failed courses within the same academic term may be repeated one time, provided the student follows the college’s reapplication process and the application is approved. Failure in a didactic or clinical course also results in failure of the co - requisite course; however, co -requisite failures are processed as a single non -passing occurrence. Students who fail one or more nursing core cours e(s) for the second time in consecutive or non -consecutive semesters will not be approved re-entry to the program. Students that fail a term or semester will be not be allowed to register for the following term or semester given they are now out of sequen ce with their plan of study. These students must apply through a formal reentry application process to re -enter the program following a failure for the next term or semester the failed course(s) is offered. Re -entry is not guaranteed. A re -entry decision will be based on evidence showing that the student is ready to continue, has potential to complete the program, and is in compliance with University regulations, professional standards of behavior, and is deemed safe. All decisions to readmit are also cont ingent upon clinical space availability. The student must meet all admission and clinical requirements to be considered for re-entry into the program. All re -entry students will be placed on a student success plan. Students must meet with the faculty of th e re-entered course during week one of the course to develop a student success plan. Failure to achieve any of these criteria will result in nursing course failure. Failure to pass ALL of the benchmark assignments as designated in the individual course will result in failure of the course. Pre -licensure Nursing Major Course Completion Failure to achieve any of these criteria will result in nursing course failure: 1. Achieve a minimum of 76% average for all exams, excluding HESI Exams . 2. Earn a minimum of 76% or a passing grade for each of the benchmark assignments as designated in the individual course.

Example benchmarks may include : a. Performance -Based Assessment (labs) b. Presentation related to the content goals of the program c. HESI 3 -Day Live d. HESI CAT 3. Students must complete all HESI Standardized exams in each course, any associated remediation, and HESI retake when remediation is required. In NSG 432 Nursing Care of Childb earing and NSG 434 Nursing Care of Childrearing, only one HESI standardized exam is administered. In the remaining courses with a HESI exam, the higher of the two exam scores will be used as the grade earned. The following table explains the scoring in ter ms of grade percentages . HESI Scoring Interval Performance Level % Score > 900 Recommended Performance 100 900 Score indicates highest likelihood of passing NCLEX on first attempt 100 850 -899 Acceptable 90 800 -849 Remediation required 76 750 -799 Remediation required 60 700 -749 Remediation required 55 501 -699 Remediation required 50 < 500 Remediation required 0 4. Achieve a minimum of 76% or higher for the course. Clinical: 1. Complete total number of clinical experience hours required for the course. In instances when the clinical site lacks sufficient clinical experiences to meet clinical objectives (i.e.

low census, closed units, etc.) students are required to make -up the clinical hours associated with that clinical experience. It is up to th e University to determine how students will make up those hours, but the primary method will be an additional clinical rotation. Secondarily, if alternative clinical rotations cannot be arranged, the University may choose to use lab and case studies to mee t the clinical objectives. Students may not decline the make -up experience identified, and may risk failing the course for nonattendance. 2. Achieve a minimum of 76% as the cumulative grade for the course. 3. Critical competencies have been identified in each cl inical course and are highlighted on the Clinical Evaluation Tool (CET). These competencies have been identified as a core Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 64 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. performance measures in specific levels. Students who score at a 1 (Does Not Meet) on any of these competencies at final evaluation w ill fail the clinical course. In the event that a student has not met one of the criteria and wants to drop course while course is still in session please refer to the Course Drop Policy. Re-Entry to Pre -licensure Nursing Major Courses Any student who exits the nursing program prematurely for any reason must reapply to obtain another seat in the program. In order to be approved for re -entry, there must be enough clinical availability within the term to accommodate a student for all courses in which they were previously unsuccessful. Clinical availability will differ every term. These reasons include, but are not limited to: 1. Student withdrew from one or more enrolled nursing courses in same semester. 2. Student receives a failure in one or more enrolled n ursing course within the same semester. 3. Student has been administratively withdrawn from a nursing major course. 4. Student required a medical withdrawal. 5. Student required a military deployment withdrawal. 6. Student submitted a Leave of Absence Form (LOA). Re-entry to the nursing program is not guaranteed irrespective of whether the student was previously enrolled in the nursing program or was previously accepted. Students may apply for re - entry a maximum of two times for a semester start date within one year of the end date of the last clinical semester attended. Students must complete a Request for Reinstatement Form for each re -entry attempt. Based on the re -entry policy criteria, students who are not re -entered within those two attempts will be required to choose a different program of study if they remain at the University within the University. Re -entry is valid only for the semester noted on the Re -entry Appeal Notification. Re - entered students will be updated to the most current program version and are required to adhere to the current policies and requirements of the Pre -licensure program. If, after re -entry to the program, the student subsequently fails or withdraws from any course, they are ineligible for re -entry and will have to choose another pro gram of study if they remain at the University. The re -entry decision will be based on stack ranking using the criteria pertaining to the level the student failed to complete as identified below . Level One Level One students who fail or withdraw and apply for re -entry will be considered under the secondary admissions policy with the alternates for the term the student is requesting re -entry. The students whose admission stack ranking achieve the highest overall score will be offered any remaining posi tions for the term, after medical or military deployment re -entries. Re -entry is not guaranteed. Levels Two through Four Re-entry will be considered in the following order: • Students with approved documented medical circumstances • Students with documented m ilitary deployment or ROTC students deployed for Active Camp • Overall exam points earned for all course(s) with in the unsuccessfully completed term • Overall HESI content exam score s for all courses within the unsuccessfully completed level If re -entry is appr oved, the student must sign and abide by the required remediation documented in the Student Success & Growth Plan, which may include, but is not limited to : • Repeating of failed academic courses or passed academic courses in accordance with an Academic Plan, determined by Academic Compliance. • If a student has been out of the clinical setting for greater than six (6) months prior to the start date of the re -entered semester, re -entry the student will be required to complete and successfully pass all prev ious levels’ nursing lab Performance Based Assessments (PBAs) and Medication Math prior to the start of clinical.. The date of the student’s last clinical rotation attended will be used to determine the aforementioned 6 -month period. Student will be all owed three maximum attempts to pass each required PBA. If unsuccessful after the third attempt on any PBA or Medication Math, the student will receive a non -passing clinical grade, which will result in a second non -passing semester, therefore the student w ill be immediately dismissed from the Pre -licensure program since they are no longer eligible for re -entry . • Clinical/laboratory/simulation experiences; • Remediation meetings and activities; • Counseling; • Review of Professional Practice Committee and/or Code of Conduct issues, including timeliness, professionalism, accountability, and remediation activities related to those issues. • Required Student -Faculty Meetings Students who do not meet the requirements within the Student Success & Growth Plan may face Acad emic Withdrawal and/or failure, and will no longer be eligible nor considered to be a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Pre -licensure) student. Students denied re -entry will receive a letter indicating the College’s decision. Pre -licensure Nursing Total Test ing Exams Students are required to complete total testing exams, as assigned at each level of nursing courses. Pre -licensure Nursing Med -Math Policy The purpose of this policy is to ensure students demonstrate a basic level of knowledge and skills profici ency prior to safely administering medication, under direct supervision, in a clinical environment. A medication math exam, given at all levels, and as assigned after new math content, must be passed prior to administering medications in the clinical setti ng. The med -math and medication administration performance -based assessment consists of two -parts. Students will not be allowed to administer medication in the clinical setting until both Part A and Part B of the performance -based assessment has been succ essfully completed : • Part A: Successfully passing the med -math exam with a minimum score of 90%. Students who do not achieve a minimum of 90% score after the third attempt at the med -math exam will fail the course and will be withdrawn from the course immed iately. Medication Math is an essential function and not successfully passing the exam can pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others. • Part B: Demonstrating safe medication administration in a clinical/simulated environment. Students who canno t demonstrate safe medication administration after three (3) Fall 2019 University Policy Handbook 65 © 2019 Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved. clinical/simulated scenarios will fail and be withdrawn from the course. Students are not permitted to administer medications in any clinical setting, under direct supervision, until they demonst rate proficiency (Part A and Part B). Students are obligated to inform the clinical faculty and facility RN of their proficiency status. Failure to inform may result in immediate removal from the clinical setting and course failure . Students will be requir ed to complete remediation for each unsuccessful attempt. Please refer to the Required Academic Remediation Policy . Pre -licensure Nursing Practice & Medication Administration Policy Nursing practice and medication administration by students is only permitted after competency has been verified in the clinical setting and only after the successful completion of performance - based assessments (written and simulated). To verify competency in the clinical setti ng the student must have direct supervision by either the GCU clinical faculty or an approved agency RN who is functioning as the residency preceptor during the first medication pass for each administration route, for each clinical course. After verificati on of competence with above supervision, a student may then administer medications with a staff RN as long as verification of competency has been clearly communicated. A Health Care Agency does not have the right to determine who can be designated to pas s medications or perform certain procedures. In the event that the Health Care Agency has stricter guidelines than GCU policy, the student will be obligated to follow the Health Care Agency requirements. All students will be required to follow the six (6 ) rights of medication administration • Right Patient • Right Medication • Right Dose • Right Time • Right Route • Right Documentation Students may not do any of the following, even under direct supervision : • Administer narcotics/controlled substances in the following clinical courses: NSG -300CC, NSG -322CC, NSG -432CC, NSG -434CC • Administer emergency drugs or drugs used in “code” situations (ACLS) • Obtain & administering blood and/or blood products • Administer chemotherapy • Administer medications that induc e sedation • Take verbal or phone orders from a do