Academic Resource Center
The purpose of the John R. Miller Academic Resource Center (ARC) is to supplement the learning experience of Goldey-Beacom College students.  Students may come to the ARC to refine their skills through professional and peer tutoring and multimedia instructional programs or for review, in-depth study, or to take tests by arrangement with faculty.

Campus Web
A comprehensive portal solution provides students with access to the College's Learning Management Software (LMS), student schedules, course offerings, grade reports, unofficial transcripts, aims (majors) with a complete listing of requirements met and unmet, student finances, online payments, and more.  The LMS feature gives students access to course syllabi, handouts, and assignments, and allows them to email classmates and faculty, to take tests, and to see course-related grades.  Current classes are listed in the 'My Courses' quick link (left menu) 14 days prior to the start of class until 14 days after the end of the class.  Students should explore the different tabs within the Campus Web portal which also contain various student resources.  Additional information regarding the campus web may be obtained at http://www.gbc.edu/acc/accounts.html.

Course
The organized subject in which instruction is offered within a semester.

Course Load
The value of credits for a course.  Full time students typically carry a course load of 12 to 18 credit  hours per semester.  Part time students carry a course load less than 12 credits per semester.

Course Prerequisite
A course requirement that must be met before a higher-level course can be taken.

Credit Hour Definition
One credit hour is awarded for fourteen hours of structured instruction over a fourteen week period, or its equivalent, utilizing the standard academic 50-minute hour. This is exclusive of registration or outside study time. Structured instruction time includes lecture, testing, regularly scheduled face-to-face consultation, supervised group work, class presentation time, electronic media assignment modules, required laboratory time, or regularly scheduled tutorial sessions.

One credit hour is also awarded for completion of 100 hours of internship or practica when appropriately registered for credit, learning is documented, and supervision is ensured.

Cum Laude
Graduates who have attained superior academic achievement are recognized.  Degree curricula graduates who have earned a final cumulative index between 3.600 and 3.799 are cited by being graduated Cum Laude.

Developmental Courses
Developmental Courses may be recommended for students who have recognized needs in a particular area of study.  Students will receive a grade for a developmental course.  The credits earned will not be applicable to any degree program.

Drop/Add
After a student is officially registered for classes, he/she may decide to drop (discontinue) or add a class.  If a student wishes to drop/add a class, he/she must see an advisor in the Financial Aid/Advisement Office and go through the drop/add steps to make any changes in their schedule.  Students must adhere to the semester drop/add policies.

Electives
An elective is a course which is not required in a student’s concentration but will count toward completion of degree requirements. 

Email
A GBC email account is established for every new student at the beginning of each session.  Email serves as the official means of sending information to students by faculty and staff.  These messages are sent to the GBC email address and students are expected to check it on a frequent and consistent basis.  Additional information regarding GBC email may be obtained at http://www.gbc.edu/acc/accounts.html. 

Grade Point Average
A grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 must be maintained to stay in good academic standing.  Please see how to calculate your grade point average.

Magna Cum Laude
Graduates who have attained superior academic achievement are recognized.  Degree curricula graduates who have earned a final cumulative index between 3.800 and 3.999 are cited by being graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Major or Field of Concentration
The specific program of study or degree area which students determine they will devote most of their studies in college.

Non-Degree Plan
A student who wishes to only take a select few courses during one or two semesters instead of pursuing an actual degree is considered a non-degree seeking student.  A non-degree seeking student is not eligible for federal or institutional financial aid.

Registration
Registration is the actual process of selecting and enrolling in classes.  Registration is required before the actual start of classes for each semester.

Semester
The time period in which credit courses are offered.  A traditional academic year consists of two semesters which are Fall and Spring.  There are also non-traditional semesters offered during Winter and Summer. 

Session
The time period in which credit courses are offered.  A traditional semester consists of two eight-week sessions which are Fall I and Fall II; and Spring I and Spring II.  There are also non-traditional sessions offered during Winter and Summer.

Summa Cum Laude
Graduates who have attained superior academic achievement are recognized.  Degree curricula graduates who have earned a final cumulative index of 4.000 are cited by being graduated Summa Cum Laude.

Transcript
The transcript is the official record of a student’s academic performance, courses, and grades.

Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees are monies that a student pays for educational instruction and student services.  Please refer to Tuition and Fees to see the current costs.    

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