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Why do I have
to have an advisor's signature to register?
All students registering for math or
English are required to see an advisor for prerequisite verification and appropriate
course placement. It is recommended that all students speak with an advisor before
registering for classes to ensure that the student will stay on track for degree
completion in a timely manner.
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What do I do if I
want to change my major?
To change a major, obtain and complete a change of major
form from the Student Development desk in Room 160.
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When do I have a
faculty advisor assigned to me?
A faculty advisor is
assigned after 20 credit hours are completed and a major has been declared.
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Why do I have to
have a faculty advisor when I prefer working with an ARC advisor?
Assigned advisors work in the field in which the advisee is majoring. This is beneficial
to the advisee to talk to someone with experience in the field.
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Does everyone have
an advisor?
Everyone is assigned an
advisor before they graduate, however students are not assigned an advisor until they have
completed 20 credits hours, declared a major, or have requested an advisor. Students who have not completed these steps will
see someone in the Advising Resource Center in Room 160 or at the Darke
County Campus. Students who would like to have
an assigned advisor can fill out the advisor change form, available in Student Services.
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How do I know who my
advisor is?
When you are assigned an
advisor a letter will be sent to you in the mail. A student can also find out who their
assigned advisor is by contacting Student Development at 937-778-7850.
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Can I register
through ARC even if I have been assigned a faculty advisor?
Yes, but it is strongly advised that
each student register through their assigned advisor.
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How can I make an
appointment with an ARC or faculty advisor?
Call 937-778-7920, or go to the Student Development desk in Room
160 to make an appointment with an
ARC advisor. To make an appointment with an assigned advisor, contact the Faculty Support
office at 937-778-8600 ext. 7886/7888.
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How can I contact my
faculty advisor?
A faculty advisor can be
contacted through Faculty Support at 937-778-8600 ext. 7886/7888. You may also contact an
advisor via e-mail or directly at their office.
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How many classes
should I take during a semester?
For every credit hour a
class is worth, a student should expect to spend at least 2-3 hours outside of class on
homework and studying. When determining how
many classes to take in a semester, a student should consider not only the hours that will
be spent out of class for homework, but also the number of hours worked
and all extracurricular activities that student
is involved in. The number of classes should then be determined by the number of classes
that they personally can take and still maintain their desired GPA.
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If I change my
major, do I get a different advisor?
Upon changing their
major, the student will be assigned a new advisor who is qualified in the new major.
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Can I test out
of classes?
Yes. This option is called “credit by
examination”. There are two types of tests, the CLEP Exam and the
Edison Proficiency Examinations. There is a cost for these exams. If a student wants to test out of a
class, the student must obtain an application at Student Development in Room
160. A book of sample questions is also available for
some of the tests.
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What if I have
credits from another college?
Credits will be granted
toward an Edison degree for acceptable work completed at other approved colleges and
universities for courses in which the student has earned a grade of “C” or
better. The grades earned in those courses
will not be applied to the cumulative grade point average. In some programs, credits must
have been earned within a certain amount of time to be considered acceptable. For the
student to receive an Edison degree, the last 20 credits in a degree program must be
completed at Edison Community College.
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What is a semester
credit hour versus a quarter hour?
Edison Community College runs on
semesters. There are three semesters a year at Edison: Fall, Spring, and Summer. Other
universities may divide their year into quarters, and give quarter hour credits. Two
quarter- hours are equivalent to one semester hour.
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Can I get college
credit for work and/or military experiences?
Yes. A
person can receive credit as long as their knowledge has been documented or verified
through (1) Recommendation by the American Council on Education (ACE) for business or
government training (2) Recommendation by the
ACE for military training (3) Portfolio
evaluation (4) Credit by examination. The person's knowledge must be deemed as college
level and appropriate for their degree program by one of the four above- mentioned ways.
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Can I get credits
for military training and/or courses taken while in the military?
Yes. A person can receive credit as long as their
knowledge has been documented or verified through recommendation by the American Council
on Education (ACE) for military training as being of college level and appropriate for
their degree program.
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What do I need to do
to receive VA benefits?
Eligibility for VA
programs is determined by the Veterans Administration (VA).
Required forms and pertinent information are available from the Office of Student
Financial Aid in Room 160. Apply at least four months prior to classes starting. Fall
Semester applicants should apply by April 1.
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How can I get
on the Dean's list?
To be named to Edison's Dean's
List, a student must have a GPA of 3.5 or higher by taking a minimum of 12 credit hours
during the semester.
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How do I withdraw
from a class?
A student must complete a
withdrawal form and submit it to Enrollment Services in Room 020 by the appropriate date.
A student officially withdrawing will receive a grade of “W.” Students not
officially withdrawing and not completing a course will be assigned a grade of “FUW-
Failure Unofficially Withdrawn. A student
may, with permission of the instructor, attend class after withdrawing from a course,
assuming the student has not received a full refund or any portion of a refund for that
course. A student may receive a grade of “W” for any or all courses after the
withdrawal date only if in the judgment of the department dean upon consultation with the
instructor, emergency or extenuating circumstances exist. It is the student’s
responsibility to obtain the necessary approval.
- What is academic
probation?
Students failing to meet the minimum grade point average requirements will be placed on
academic probation. A probationary student will be removed from probation when his/her
cumulative GPA for courses taken at Edison meets the requirements.
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If I'm academically
suspended, can I ever return to Edison?
Any student suspended for academic reasons
for the first time qualifies for readmission on Conditional Status, by remaining out of
the college for at least one full semester (Summer Term excluded).
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- Can I repeat a class
that I didn't do well in?
Students may repeat courses in which they have received passing, failing, or audit grades.
The student must secure permission from the Director of Advising to repeat a course more
than once.
- If I repeat a class
that I failed and then get a good grade, will the F get erased from my transcript?
Only the most recent grade and credit hours will be used in computing the grade point
average at Edison. But the F will still
appear on the transcript.
- How many times can I
repeat a class?
Students may repeat courses in which they have received passing, failing, or audit grades. In any case, only the most recent grade and credit
hours will be counted in computing the grade point average.
The student must secure permission from the Director of Advising to repeat
a course more than once.
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How do online
classes work?
Online courses use the
same syllabus and text as the traditional on-campus classes; however, students also use
Internet tools such as the World Wide Web to communicate with the professor and others in
the class and to complete assignments. Online courses are time and place independent:
students do not meet on campus and do not need to be online at specific times.
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What are the
requirements to take an online class?
Online courses have the same
academic rigor as conventional college courses and require self-discipline
and motivation from each student to complete assignments. A personal
computer, a Web browser, and access to the Web and email are necessary.
Students should be comfortable using a computer and the Internet.
Preparation for use of the computer and Internet will help students be
successful.
All students enrolling in courses delivered online must demonstrate
proficiency in the usage of the computer and Internet. Demonstration
of proficiency may be accomplished through successfully completing CIT
100S Introduction to Computers and NET 100S Introduction to the Internet,
or the equivalent proficiency exams. Students must also place into
college-level reading and writing before taking an online course.
Students who are unable to show proficiency must take and successfully
complete CIT 100S and NET100S prior to registering for online courses.
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What are Flex
classes?
Flex classes have a
flexible format where students spend less time in the classroom and more time working on
their own. These courses are offered in both 16-week and 8-week time frames. The same
amount of material is covered as regularly scheduled classes, so students need to do more
homework and activities on their own. Students need to have good time-management skills,
and be self-directed.
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- Do online, Flex, and
college-via-video classes transfer to another college or university?
Students who intend to transfer to another collegiate institution are advised that the
receiving institution may or may not accept all courses in which Edison accepts.
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Is the workload
different for traditional, online, Flex, and college-via-video classes?
Students involved in less traditional class types such as the Flex, online and
college-via-video courses will need to be more self-disciplined since they are not in a
classroom situation. The rigor of the classes
are still the same as traditional classes, but the time frame the student has to work with
may be shortened, as in the Flex classes.
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Why do I have
to take placement tests?
Applicants are required to
participate in an assessment process. The assessment will include an evaluation of
reading, language usage, and mathematical skills. Based on the results of the assessment
process, placement in courses commensurate with a student’s academic achievement is
mandatory. This assessment must be completed prior to enrolling in: (1) Any math course (2) English 121S (3) more than
six credit ours per semester, or (4) any courses that would result in the accumulation of
12 or more credit hours. Exceptions to the required assessment might include: (1) A
student who has completed an associate degree or higher (2) a transient student in good
standing (3) a student with adequate ACT scores (4) a senior citizen (5) a student
registering for audit or (6) a cross-registration student.
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What if I don't want
course credit or a degree. Can I still take classes?
Yes. The requirements for
a student who does not intend to pursue a degree or certificate are as follows:
The student must submit (1) Completed application form (2) Application fee (3) Documents
indicating preparedness for enrolling in college (4) Assessment results in English,
reading and math, except for candidates who have completed at least 15 semester hours of
credit at other accredited institutions. This also includes students who have qualifying
scores on the ACT or SAT, or who are taking courses for either personal interest or a job
requirement, as long as these courses do not include English or math. There is also a Special Student Status, which will be granted to
any student wishing to register for technical, general education, or personal interest
classes, up to five hours an academic term, or a total of 12 academic credits. Beyond the
twelve hours the student will register regularly through admissions. Transient Students who regularly attend another
college are welcome to attend Edison for additional credits. These students need to fill
out an application form and pay the admissions fee.
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What is a credit
hour?
Each course is assigned a
number of credits representing the amount of time spent in classroom and laboratory each
week. Since the College currently operates under a calendar divided into semesters, these
credits are known as semester hour credits. In general, one credit represents one hour of
classroom instruction or two hours of laboratory or clinical instruction.
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What is an
"official" transcript, and how long does it take to get one?
An official transcript is
one sent directly from the school in which the classes were taken. It is an original
document, not a copy.
Edison transcripts may be obtained from Enrollment Services Office. All
requests for transcripts must be in writing and include the student’s
signature.
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How many classes do
I need to take to be a full-time student
Full-time students are
those registered for 12 or more semester hours in a 15-week semester, or six or more
semester hours for a summer term. Part-time is 11 or fewer semester hours in a 15-week
semester, or 5 or fewer hours in the summer.
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On the registration
form there's a box for audit. What does audit mean?
Auditing students receive
neither grades nor credits for courses. They are expected to attend class, but they are
not required to submit assignments or take examinations. Fees for auditing a course are
the same as those for enrolling for a credit. Applicants enrolling in courses for audit
must submit a completed application form.
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What if I'm
not sure that I can pass college classes since I didn't do well in high school?
Along with preparatory classes
to help you be ready for College level courses, we have a tutoring center on site for any
help a student needs. Learning assistance at
Edison includes a variety of free services designed to help students successfully meet the
demands of college study. Student labs are open during school hours as study areas for all
Edison students. Room 443, The Learning Lab, is open for study groups, individual study,
computer lab work, or tutoring assistance.
Individual academic counseling
is also available. A qualified counselor will
work with students to identify their learning strengths and develop a plan for meeting
academic challenges. This plan might include
specific strategies for dealing with test anxiety, developing effective study techniques,
reading college level materials, organizing research projects, or preparing for objective
and essay exams. To schedule an appointment
with an academic counselor, students should visit Room 443 or call 937-778-8600 ext.
7920.
All students at Edison are eligible to receive learning assisted services.
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What if I'm really
weak in math or English?
We have preparatory
classes for students, to help get them ready for college level courses. Student tutors are
also available in room 443, the learning lab. The Writing Center is also located in Room
443 and is staffed with trained readers who will respond to student’s writing and
help with paper mechanics. Students should talk to their instructor about individual
tutors.
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School Students' Options)
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What is PSEOP?
Eligible high school students
who elect to participate in the Post –Secondary Enrollment Options Program (PSEOP)
and who meet the admissions criteria as outlined by the Ohio Board of Regents, and Edison
Community College may attend college classes. Students will be required to submit an
application for admission to the program and a high school transcript. Students may
participate in a skill assessment and orientation. Contact a high school counselor or the
Edison Admissions Office for additional information.
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How does a PSEOP
student drop a class?
PSEOP students
need to talk first with their high school counselor, then with their
Edison advisor by calling 937-778-8600, Ext. 7850.
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How do PSEOP
students register for classes?
There is a specified time
set aside for PSEOP students to register for classes. This information is made available
to PSEOP students after they have completed their admissions requirements.
- Can I still take
classes if I am not qualified for the PSEOP program?
Yes. The privilege of early
admission may be granted to high school students who have demonstrated appropriate ability
or special talent. They must be recommended in writing by a high school official. These
students can enroll for a maximum of nine credit hours of course work in any academic
semester and a maximum of six credit hours in a summer session. Contact the Edison
Admissions Office for additional information.
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What are the
differences among pre-requisite, co-requisite, and recommended preparation?
When a student is interested in
taking a class, there may be a pre-requisite, which is another class that is required to
be taken and passed beforehand. A co-requisite is a class that is taken at the same time
as another class. The next class.
Recommended preparation is not required, but are suggested courses that will benefit the
student by making them familiar with the subject matter involved in the course.
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How do I know if a
class is at the Piqua campus or at the Greenville campus (DCC)?
In the catalog, the courses offered
at the Greenville campus are identified with the letters (DCC), which stands for Darke
County Campus.
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If I'm a transfer
student, do I need to see an advisor before registering?
Yes. Transfer students
need to consult with an advisor. The advisor will be able to evaluate the transcripts and
help the student take the classes required to complete their degree.
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