Academic Regulations
Appeal Procedure, Academic
Appeal Procedures, College/School Grade
Attendance and Performance, Responsible
Auditing Courses
Dual Enrollment
Due Process, Student
Ethics, Student Academic
Examination, Credit by Special
Nepotism Policy, Academic
Obligations of Faculty and Students to the Instructional Process
Probation, Undergraduate Academic
Program Load, Normal
Repeating Courses - The mark of `R'
Rights and Responsibilities, Student
Each student, except those in the annual Doctor of Medicine program, is required to register at the beginning of each term of attendance according to the procedure and schedule published in the official University Schedule of Classes (available on the web at http://www.classschedule.wayne.edu). Registration must be completed before the student may attend classes. For registration dates, the student should consult the Schedule of Classes.
Students wishing graduate credit must NOT register under `Post-Bachelor' status. This is an undergraduate classification in which graduate credit may NOT be earned.
Program Load, Normal
A full-time undergraduate student is one who is enrolled for twelve or more credits during a semester. The definition of a normal course load will vary depending upon the requirements of each program. In general, for completion of undergraduate degree requirements in four years, full-time students should average fifteen to sixteen credits each semester during the academic year. Undergraduate students may not elect more than eighteen credits per semester except by written consent of the Dean or adviser. Individual Schools and Colleges may set credit restrictions below those specified here; for details see their respective sections of this bulletin.
Auditing Courses
Audit means the registration for and attendance of a course's meetings without receiving academic credit or a grade or mark. Students must indicate their intent to audit a particular course at the time of registration. Registration to audit a course is subject to the following regulations:
Students who wish to attend classes in audit status must first obtain the necessary approvals on the Register/Add/Closed form. They can not register for these classes by Web or phone. The form must be submitted in-person to the department offering the class for approval and then taken to the Registration Office. Students receive no grades or credits for classes that are audited. The tuition assessment for the course is the same as if it were taken for academic credit. Students are not permitted to take quizzes and examinations in audited courses. Students may not normally change to or from audit status after registering for the course.
The Graduate School does not encourage students to audit graduate-level courses.
Dual Enrollment
Undergraduate Election of a Graduate Course
Highly qualified undergraduate students may, under special circumstances, take a 7000-level course for undergraduate credit only. A written petition initiated by the student's adviser must be approved by the graduate officer of the School or College, the professor teaching the course, and the Dean of the Graduate School. The petition, with all required signatures, must be turned in at the time of registration.
Graduate School Admission Under the Senior Rule
An undergraduate student in his/her senior year who has a 3.0 or higher upper division g.p.a., and who desires to earn a limited number of graduate credits, may receive in his/her final semester a temporary Senior Rule admission for one semester only to a graduate program. Students who desire this status must file an Application for Graduate Admission and be admitted. A completed Senior Rule/Dual Enrollment Form, distinguishing the courses for graduate and undergraduate credit, must be submitted to Student Records within the first two weeks of classes. For further information, see Senior Rule Admission.
Dual Enrollment
Graduate students may register for undergraduate courses by requesting Dual Enrollment registration status. Courses elected under this status for graduate credit will be recorded on the graduate transcript, and those elected for undergraduate credit will be recorded on an undergraduate transcript. All courses elected under this status will be assessed at the graduate rate. At the time of registration, the student must ensure that the completed Senior Rule/Dual Enrollment Form is on file in Student Records in the Office of the Registrar.
Dual Registration at the University of Michigan
A student enrolled at either Wayne State University or the University of Michigan may elect a course or courses in the other institution if the course fits his/her program but is not available in his/her home institution. The student must have written approval of the department chairperson in his/her major area at the home college and the approval of his/her Dean. The election must also be approved by the department which offers the course. Students desiring to participate in Wayne State University - University of Michigan dual registration should obtain the necessary forms from the Office of the Registrar and pay the appropriate tuition at their home institution.
Repeating Courses - The mark of `R'
Courses Repeated prior to Winter Term 1998
If an undergraduate student repeats a course and completes it with a grade of `A,' `B,' `C,' `D,' or `E,' the following rules will apply in posting the student's cumulative record:
1. The grade, grade points and credits for an earlier attempt will be eliminated from the student's grade point average computation.
2. The grade, grade points and credits of only the latest repetition will be included in the student's grade point average computation.
3. An `R' on the student's academic record will replace the original grade in the course repeated under this rule. Thus, the indicator `R' will appear for all attempts in a course except the last.
Courses Repeated Winter Term 1998 to Spring/Summer Term 2006
If an undergraduate student repeats a course and completes it with a grade of `A,' `A-minus,' `ANC,' `B-plus,' `B,' `B-minus,' `BNC,' `C-plus,' `C,' `C-minus,' `CNC,' `D-plus,' `D,' `D-minus,' or `E,' the following rules will apply in posting the student's cumulative record:
1. The grade, grade points and credits for an earlier attempt will be eliminated from the student's grade point average computation.
2. The grade, grade points and credits of only the latest retake will be included in the student's grade point average computation.
3. The original grade in the course repeated under this rule will remain on the student's academic record. Earlier attempts will be flagged for exclusion in the g.p.a. calculation and the latest attempt will be flagged for inclusion in the g.p.a. calculation.
Courses Repeated from Fall Term 2006 to the present
If an undergraduate student repeats a course and completes it with a grade of `A,' `A-minus,' `ANC,' `B-plus,' `B,' `B-minus,' `BNC,' `C-plus,' `C,' `C-minus,' `CNC,' `D-plus,' `D,' `D-minus,' or `E,' the following rules will apply in posting the student's cumulative record:
1. No student shall attempt to take a class more than four (4) times (for a definition of `attempt,' see 5, below).
2. If a student anticipates an attempt to take a class for the third (3rd) time, he/she must meet with an academic advisor to receive permission for this attempt.
3. If a student anticipates an attempt to take a class for the fourth (4th) time, he/she must obtain written permission from the chair (or his/her designee) of the department offering the course and the chair (or his/her designee) of the student's home department.
4. When a course is repeated, credit is only granted once. The last grade and credit hours for a repeated course are used in computing a student's grade point average and for awarding credit hours applicable for a degree even if lower than the previous grade. However, a grade of `WP' (Withdrawal/Passing, no credit) or `WF' (Withdrawal/Failure, no credit) or "I" (Incomplete, no credit) will not replace a previous grade or credit hours for a course. All attempts to take a course will be recorded on a student's transcript, whatever the last grade and credit hours awarded may be.
5. Withdrawals, incompletes, as well as courses repeated in an effort to earn higher grades will count as attempts. If a student drops the class before a W would appear on the transcript, this is not counted as an attempt, i.e. the student does a drop or a drop/add to another course. If tuition has been assessed and the time for refunding tuition has passed but the time for allowing a `W' appear on the transcript has not, the tuition will not be refunded, but the registration will not count towards the allowed attempts.
6. Any student who has repeated three different courses must meet with an academic advisor for permission to repeat another course.
7. There shall be an appeals process to the dean's office of the colleges offering the course and the student's home department.
After registering to repeat a course, a Repeat Form must be filed in Student Records.
After a degree has been granted, no grade computed in that degree may be changed.
If a post-bachelor status student repeats a course originally taken under regular undergraduate status, the repeat will in no way modify the earlier attempt. The second election, however, will be averaged in the grade point base.
School of Business Administration
No course in which a student has received a passing grade or mark may be repeated without the prior written approval of the Graduate Officer of the School of Business Administration.
Eugene Applebaum College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
No course may be repeated without the prior written consent of the adviser(s) delegated for each professional curriculum.
Examination, Credit by Special
Upon the recommendation of the Department Chairperson and with the written approval of the appropriate College or School office, a student may earn credit in a course in which he/she has not been regularly enrolled in this University, but which is offered by a Department, by passing a special examination. Credit by a special examination is restricted as follows:
1. Not more than sixteen credits may be earned in any one subject.
2. Not more than thirty-two credits may be included in the minimum credits required for graduation.
3. Credit will be recorded with grade to indicate the level of performance in the examination but will not be considered in computing grade point average.
4. Credit will not be considered residence credit.
5. To be eligible to earn Credit by Special Examination, a student must have been regularly admitted or have attended with guest status, have enrolled for one semester and have completed at least one course.
Students who intend to transfer to other schools are cautioned that Credit by Special Examination at one institution is infrequently accepted for transfer credit by another institution.
For Special Examination fee, see Examination Fee for Credit by Examination.
Probation, Undergraduate Academic
Effective Fall Term 1988, an undergraduate student whose cumulative grade point average (g.p.a.) falls below 2.00 will be placed on Academic Probation. An `Academic Probation' status is placed on the student's record and the student shall be permitted to register only after consultation with, and approval has been granted by, a designated University adviser.
A student shall be given two subsequent terms for enrollment on probationary status. At the conclusion of the two terms, a student who has not achieved a cumulative g.p.a. of at least 2.00 shall be excluded from his/her program. A student excluded from the University may not apply for readmission or reinstatement for one calendar year.
Each School and College may establish more stringent Probation, Exclusion, and Appeal policies, and students should consult the appropriate Dean's Office. The Probation Committee of the University Advising Center is responsible for monitoring the University Probation and Exclusion Guidelines for Students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts. Students must consult with an academic adviser regarding appropriate deadlines for academic hold releases and/or reinstatement procedures.
Obligations of Faculty and Students to the Instructional Process
Since education is a cooperative effort between teacher and student, both parties must fulfill obligations if the integrity and efficacy of the instructional process are to be preserved.
Responsibilities of Faculty Members
1. To contribute to and remain abreast of the latest developments in their fields;
2. To continually pursue teaching excellence;
3. To treat all students with respect and fairness without regard to ancestry, race, religion, political belief, country of origin, sex, sexual preference, age, marital status, or handicap;
4. To encourage differing viewpoints and demonstrate integrity in evaluating their merit;
5. To attend regularly and punctually, adhere to the scheduled class and final examination times, and arrange for notification of absence and coverage of classes;
6. To establish and maintain appropriate office hours;
7. To present, early in the semester, the following course information:
a) course objectives and general outline;
b) classroom procedures to be followed, expectations concerning class attendance, and proposed dates of major evaluations (including examinations, papers, and other projects);
c) grading policy;
d) where appropriate, a schedule of class-related activities, including class meetings and laboratory sessions;
e) lists of texts and/or other materials needed for the course;
f) late enrollment, withdrawal, and other special policies.
8. To provide and adhere, within reasonable limits, to the written syllabus of the course;
9. To know course matter thoroughly and prepare and present the material conscientiously;
10. To be informed of University services and recommend their use to students when advisable;
11. To follow these policies concerning written work and grades:
a) grade and return written work promptly;
b) submit final grades by the scheduled time;
c) retain written materials not returned within the semester (e.g., final examinations, major term papers) for one academic semester in accordance with unit policy and allow students to examine such materials;
12. To implement unit procedures for student evaluation of faculty teaching, with attention to preserving student anonymity;
13. To behave appropriately in dealing with students so as to maintain a scholarly atmosphere.
Responsibilities of Students
1. To inform themselves of and to fulfill all requirements of the University and those of the College and Department from which they expect to receive their degree;
2. To fulfill conscientiously all assignments and requirements of their courses;
3. To attend classes regularly and punctually;
4. To maintain a scholarly, courteous demeanor in class;
5. To uphold academic honesty in all activities;
6. To notify the instructor as early as possible if prevented from keeping an appointment or carrying out an assignment;
7. To discuss with the instructor any class-related problem and follow established procedures in the resolution of these problems;
8. To adhere to the instructor's and general University policies on attendance, withdrawal, or other special procedures.
It is expected that faculty and students will fulfill their obligations to the instructional process. If, however, a complaint does arise, the parties should meet in an effort to resolve the matter. When such a discussion fails to resolve the problem or is inappropriate given the circumstances, the head of the academic unit should be contacted. If this contact fails to satisfy the complaint, the College's published procedures should be followed. Although the University Ombudsperson is not a direct part of the appeal process, students and faculty may consult the Ombudsperson at any point during such proceedings.
Attendance Policy for Undergraduate Students, Classroom
Attendance may form the basis for a portion of a course grade. In such cases, students must be provided with explicit written information concerning that fact no later than the end of the second week after the start of classes. Such information shall be specific with regard to the penalty incurred for each absence and the means, if any, to compensate for the absence. It should be recognized that there may be certain situations where the student may not be permitted to make up the absence(s).
It is recognized that students may be required to miss classes on occasion as a result of their participation in approved University activities. Examples of such activities include formal participation on University sports teams, debate teams, and performing arts groups. These activities are generally directed by a University official, such as a coach, and usually have a set schedule of events.
Students participating in approved University activities should consult with instructors prior to registration, but no later than the end of the second week after the start of classes, to determine the class attendance policy. At this time, the student should provide the instructor with a schedule of planned absences, preferably signed by the University official directing the activity (e.g., Athletic or Program Director or his/her designee), in order to allow the instructor to evaluate and advise the student on the possible impact of the planned absences. In this case, the instructor will consider absences due to participation in approved University activities, as outlined above, to be excused absences, on par with those due to other unavoidable circumstances such as illness. For classes requiring mandatory attendance incompatible with the number of planned absences, students will be advised to register, if possible, during a semester in which they will not be participating in the University activity (for example, during the off-season for a sports team or during the summer).
It is the student's responsibility to learn the course material. When classes are missed, for whatever reason, it is the student's obligation to obtain copies of the class materials and students are responsible for all materials covered in the lectures. An excused absence does not excuse the student from completing assigned work, including exams.
This policy shall be applicable to all courses within the University,
Conduct, Student Code of
High standards of student conduct play a major role in creating an environment of excellence and the Student Code of Conduct is used to maintain these standards. The code: 1) establishes the expectations that students are accountable for their behavior; 2) describes acceptable student conduct, both academic and non-academic; 3) describes disciplinary policies and procedures; 4) specifies the rights of students and other parties; and 5) specifies prohibited conduct and sanctions to be imposed if such conduct occurs. Examples of prohibited conduct subject to the Student Code of Conduct include, but are not limited to, academic misbehavior, knowingly furnishing false information to the University, disorderly behavior, theft, damage of property, illegal drugs, weapons on campus, physical assault, unauthorized entry, violation of criminal law, etc.
The University Student Conduct Officer
This Office, housed in the Dean of Students Office, monitors the student disciplinary process and is responsible for coordinating matters involving student discipline; describing the disciplinary procedures; and informing students and other parties of their rights. Copies of the Student Code of Conduct can be found online at http://www.doso.wayne.edu/codeofconduct.pdf or in the Dean of Students Office, 351 Student Center.
Ethics, Student Academic
Academic Records: The submission of fraudulent academic records for admission or transfer of credit by a student may be cause for the student's dismissal.
Academic Work: Academic work submitted by a student for credit is assumed to be of his/her own creation, and if found not to be, will constitute cause for the student's dismissal.
Rights and Responsibilities, Student
Upon the recommendation of the Student-Faculty Council, the University (Faculty) Council, the President-Deans Conference and the President, the Board of Governors, in January, l967, approved a comprehensive statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities for the University. Copies of this document are available to students and faculty in the offices of the deans of each College and the Dean of Students Office.
Law School
The faculty of the Law School has approved a set of academic regulations specifically applicable to Law School students, copies of which are available to all students enrolled in the Law School.
Due Process, Student
A high standard of student conduct plays a major role in creating an environment of excellence, and the Student Due Process Policy is used to maintain these high standards. The policy 1) establishes the expectations that students are accountable for their behavior; 2) describes acceptable student conduct, both academic and non-academic; 3) describes disciplinary policies and procedures; 4) specifies the rights of students and other parties; 5) specifies prohibited conduct and sanctions to be imposed if such conduct occurs. Examples of prohibited conduct subject to the Student Due Process Policy include, but are not limited to: academic dishonesty, knowingly furnishing false information to the University, disorderly behavior, theft, damage of property, illegal drugs, weapons on campus, false report of emergency, unauthorized entry, violation of criminal law, etc.
The University Judicial Officer
This Office, housed in the Office of the Vice President for Student Development and Campus Life, monitors the student disciplinary process and is responsible for coordinating matters involving student discipline; describing the disciplinary procedures; and informing students and other parties of their rights. Copies of the Student Due Process Policy are available from the Office of the Vice President for Student Development and Campus Life, 470 Student Center, or from the Offices of the Deans of each School and College.
Appeal Procedures, College/School Grade
Students should first seek to settle grade disputes informally with the instructor. Each College and School has established formal grade appeal procedures. These procedures are available from the Dean's Office of the College or School. In most instances, formal grade appeals must be filed within thirty days of the time the student has or should have received his/her final grade.
Appeal Procedure, Academic
In matters where a College's signed final decision is based upon the evaluation of a student's academic performance, and when review procedures available to him/her within the College have been exhausted, the student may request the Provost to review that decision on the record. A written Request for a Provost Review must be made by the student himself/herself, with a copy to the Dean of the College, postmarked within thirty calendar days of the postmark of the College's final decision, which is to be sent to the address provided by the student in the College's review procedures. The Provost's review of the College's decision will proceed as soon as practicable after notification by the student of his/her wish to seek review.
The student may also file with the Provost a Request for a Postponement of the effect of the College's final decision. Such a Request must be postmarked within seven calendar days of the postmark of the College's final decision, and a copy must be sent to the Dean of the College. Upon receiving a Request for Postponement, the Provost will immediately contact the Dean. Unless the College demonstrates clearly and convincingly that the injury to the College or to third persons that would result from such a postponement would outweigh the injury to the student from denying the postponement, the effect of the decision rendered by the College must be postponed until the date that the Provost issues a decision regarding the underlying Request for Provost Review. The Provost will inform the student and the Dean of her/his decision regarding the Request for Postponement within three school days after receiving the request. Exceptions to this procedure may be granted by the Provost upon a showing of good and sufficient cause.
Nepotism Policy, Academic
Faculty members are not to place themselves, or allow themselves to be placed, in a situation amounting to `academic nepotism,' i.e., teaching or otherwise directing the credit study or research of a student who is also a close relative. Concomitantly, students are not to take courses from close relatives or engage in research for academic credit under the direction of close relatives. All such credit will be disallowed.