UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS HANDBOOK

Revised: July 1998
Questions or Comments? Phone 235-2580
E-mail: sbs_ado@cctr.umkc.edu

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of this Undergraduate Programs Handbook is to familiarize the School of Biological Sciences students and faculty with the undergraduate programs offered by the School of Biological Sciences, the requirements for each degree, and the various academic rules and regulations which pertain to our students. This handbook is by no means all-inclusive. For additional information about rules and regulations which might apply, students are referred to the UMKC General Catalog.
Be aware that rules and regulations are subject to change when it is determined to be in the best interest of students and the School of Biological Sciences. All changes will be conveyed to students in a manner that is timely, permitting students to adapt with no detrimental effects.
Students are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the general and specific requirements which are applicable to their degree. Students are also responsible for knowing the rules and regulations contained herein, as well as in the UMKC General Catalog. The Undergraduate advising office is available to answer questions and assist students; however, knowledge of the requirements, rules and regulations is ultimately the responsibility of the student.
One final word. Requirements, courses and even prerequisites change. We will not always be able to tell you personally about these changes, but we will inform your advisor. Keep in touch.

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ADMISSIONS/TRANSFER INFORMATION

• Freshman Admission Standards
• Transfer Admission Standards
• Former Student Re-admission
• Transfer to SBS from Another Academic Unit at UMKC
• Credit Transferred from Other Institutions
• Transfer of General Education Requirements
• Community College Credit
• CAPs Computerized Assessment of Academic Progress
• Credit by Examination
• Credit for Military Schooling
• Classification

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS

• Applicability of Previous Catalogs
• Time Limit on Degree Credit
• Concurrent Enrollment
• Credit by Correspondence or Extension
• Departmental Examinations
• General Education Assessment Examination
• Petitions for Exceptions to Rules and Regulations
• Americans with Disabilities Act
• Student Code of Conduct

ADVISING AND ENROLLMENT MATTERS

• Undergraduate Degree Programs Offered
• Academic Advising Procedures
• Preprofessional Advising
• Schedule Changes-Add/Drop
• Academic Loads
• Credit /No Credit Option
• Audit
• Special Topics/Undergraduate Research
• Consent to Enroll
• Course Prerequisites
• Weekend Courses
• KCASE

REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION

• Declaration of Major/Minor
• Application for Graduation
• Double Major and Double Degree
• Credit Hours Required for Graduation
• Junior/Senior Hours
• Professional School Credit
• Residency Requirement
• Written English Proficiency Test
• Biology Writing Intensive Courses
• Major Field Exam
• Interdisciplinary or Cluster Courses

GRADES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Grading System
• Dean's List
• Grade Appeal Procedure
• Grade Point Average
• Repeated Courses
• Incomplete Grades
• Academic Probation
• Academic Ineligibility
• Honors Program

DEGREE PROGRAMS AND REQUIREMENTS

• General Education Requirements
• Requirements for a Minor in Biology
• Requirements for B.S. in Biology
• Requirements for B.A. in Biology
• Requirements for B.A. in Biology / B.A. Secondary Education
• Requirements for B.S. in Medical Technology
• Requirements for B.A. in Biology in the 6 year B.A./D.D.S. program