STUDENT CLASSIFICATIONS

Freshman-- less than 30 semester hours
Sophomore --30 to 59 semester hours
Junior--60 to 89 semester hours
Senior-- 90 or more semester hours
Post-baccalaureate --Holds baccalaureate degree but is not admitted for graduate study
Graduate-- Holds baccalaureate degree and is pursuing a graduate degree

STUDENT COURSE LOAD

UNDERGRADUATE

GRADUATE

Loads in excess of the maximum load require approval of the appropriate academic dean.

THE DIVISION OF GENERAL STUDIES

The Division of General Studies advises liberal arts majors and all students required to take developmental courses. Students who are subject to TASP requirements and who have not successfully passed all areas of the TASP test or students whose Tarleton placement exams indicate the need for developmental courses must be advised by the Division of General Studies. The Division, comprised of faculty advisors representing academic departments from across the University, will help students select and schedule courses and will monitor students' progress. Students must remain in the Division of General Studies until they satisfy all TASP requirements and University requirements for remediation.

GUIDELINES FOR STUDENTS IN DEVELOPMENTAL COURSES
Each student enrolled in English 1003 takes a diagnostic writing the first and second class meetings of the semester. As a result of the student's performance on this sample, he/she will either remain in English 1003 or be moved to a section of English 1113.

Students in developmental courses:
1. may not take more than 13 hours of solid courses (15 hours including a physical education activity course);
2. may not drop developmental courses (Reading 1003, Math 1003 or 1013, or English 1003);
3. must enroll in and attend labs associated with the developmental courses;
4. must pass each developmental course with a grade of C or better and may not enroll in the next level course until they do.
Note: Students who have completed developmental classes but have not passed the TASP must be involved in a remedial program or course. They should consult their advisor or the General Studies Office for further information. Students who have successfully completed remediation may satisfy TASP requirements by passing the TASP test or through the "B or Better Option." Information about the "B or Better Option" is available from the TASP Bulletin or the University Testing Office (254-968-9423).

LIBERAL ARTS MAJORS
The Division of General Studies advises all students who have not yet decided on their majors. Students without a declared major are classified as liberal arts majors. Advisors in the Division will counsel students as to courses and campus services that will help them select a major. Liberal arts majors should schedule appointments with the University Counselor during their first semester of enrollment at Tarleton. More information about the Division of General Studies is on p. 54.

CLASS ATTENDANCE

Student absences are considered by the University to be strictly between the individual student and faculty member. The faculty member has the responsibility and authority to determine whether make-up work can be done because of absences. Students may request make-up consideration for valid and verifiable reasons such as illness, death in the immediate family, legal proceedings, or participation in University-sponsored activities. Students who participate in University-sponsored activities are responsible for obtaining a written explanation for their absence from the faculty/staff member who is responsible for the activity.
Students who failed the TASP test are required by state guidelines to attend their developmental classes or program on a regular basis. Missing class or program activities can be grounds for removal from the University.

RESTRICTED ACTIVITY PERIOD

There is a restricted activity period, prior to final examinations each long semester, during which no class examinations of any kind may be given, no major assignments may be due, and no student activities may be held. Dates for the restricted activity period are given in the University Calendar.

ACADEMIC HONESTY

Tarleton State University expects its students to maintain high standards of personal and scholarly conduct. Students guilty of academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary action. Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating on an examination or other academic work, plagiarism, collusion, and the abuse of resource materials. The faculty member is responsible for initiating action for each case of academic dishonesty that occurs in his/her class.

COURSE CREDIT

CREDIT BY EXAMINATION
Tarleton State University students may earn course credit by demonstrated achievement on standardized tests. Students should check with the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for subject areas in which Tarleton State University awards credit. Transfer students must provide official score reports to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Scores cannot be taken from other transcripts. Students may receive credit for courses and scores in effect at the time they enter Tarleton State University. A superior student may earn credit by examination in the following ways:
1. A minimum score of 3 on the College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) Advanced Placement Examination;
2. Depending on subject, scores ranging from a minimum 48 to 52 for the Subject Examination of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). Credit is not available for the General Examinations;
3. If CLEP tests are not available in a desired testing area, local departmentally prepared examinations may be petitioned. To be eligible for local testing, a student must have (1) a minimum score of 875 on the SAT, 1000 on the Recentered SAT, or 21 on the Enhanced ACT (19 on the ACT); and (2) completed at least two units with no grade below a B in the area of testing during high school;
4. Depending on subject, scores ranging from a minimum 494 to 678 for the CEEB Achievement Test;
5. A score of 550 on the verbal section of the SAT, 620 on the Recentered SAT, or 28 on the English section of the ACT.
Students taking departmental local examinations are charged a $5.00 per credit hour examination and recording fee for the credit to become a part of their academic records. Advanced placement in a subject area may be granted by the department head concerned. Permitting advanced placement does not necessarily mean approval for credit by examination. All acceptable credit earned by examination will be posted to the student's permanent record if the student is enrolled at Tarleton State University through the official census date. Students should consult the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for specific information. The credit will be recorded with a grade of P (Pass) and the hours awarded. There will be no grade points assigned for this credit, and it will not be used in the computation for any grade point ratio.

CONCURRENT ENROLLMENT AT OTHER INSTITUTIONS
Students with individual hardship situations that might be improved by their having concurrent enrollment at another college or university may request permission for concurrent enrollment through regular academic channels (academic advisor, department head, and dean). If permission is granted, such credit hours earned may be applied toward degree requirements at Tarleton. Written permission from the student's dean is required prior to concurrent enrollment in extension course work or in any resident courses from other institutions. Approval to take correspondence courses from other institutions must be granted by the Registrar, academic department head, and dean. See the information on correspondence courses, p. 53. Course load limits are not waived for students seeking concurrent enrollment.

TUITION REBATE

A $1,000 tuition rebate from the state of Texas is offered to qualifying students who graduate from Tarleton State University with a bachelor's degree and no more than 3 hours over the minimum number of hours required for the degree. This rebate program is effective for students who entered a bachelor's degree program as freshmen during or after Fall 1997. Additional information is available from the Registrar's Office.

GRADING SYSTEM

At mid-semester, preliminary grades will be given in each 1000- or 2000-level course and made available to the student. Final grades in all courses will be mailed at the end of each semester to the address previously designated as the grade address by the student. The student's term grade in any subject shall be designated as one of the following letters:
A..........Excellent, 4 grade points per semester hour
B..........Good, 3 grade points per semester hour
C..........Fair, 2 grade points per semester hour
D..........Passing, 1 grade point per semester hour
F..........Failing
I.......... In progress (used for non-completed thesis course work)
K......... Incomplete (under exceptional circumstances, see below)
W.........Withdrawal from course, no grade designated
WF.......Withdrawal failing (included in GPA)
*P.........Pass
*S.........Satisfactory
U..........Unsatisfactory
NG.......No credit

* Signifies credit with neutral grade point value

The lowest passing grade is D. Students should keep in mind the fact that some universities and colleges do not accept a D in transfer. A D is not considered passing for developmental courses.
If a course is repeated at this institution, only the best grade in the course is counted in computing the GPA.
The grade K shall be recorded for a student only in case of extraordinary circumstances. This entry is used only in such cases after the instructor and his/her department head have concurred that the incomplete entry is justified. A grade of K must be made up by the last day that course grades are due to the registrar during the next long semester and in all cases before registering for the next sequential course. Should this grade not be reported to the registrar within the prescribed time limit, it automatically becomes an F.
A student who drops a course on or before the census date receives no grade, and the course will not be listed on that student's permanent record.

ACADEMIC APPEALS

Student academic appeals are handled according to the following guidelines:
1. Each department shall develop its own formula for dealing with student grievances of an academic nature. Such policy should be in writing in the departmental office and available to students.
2. If departmental grievance procedures fail to satisfy the student, he/she may appeal to the dean of the college to which the concerned department belongs.
3. A student dissatisfied by the outcome of his/her appeal to the dean of the college may then appeal to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, who may appoint a five?member committee to consider the appeal. The chair of the committee shall be a faculty member from outside the involved department. The remainder of the committee shall consist of two faculty members and two students. After hearing both sides of the grievance, the committee shall render an opinion to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, who shall render the final judgment.

SCHOLASTIC HONORS

HONOR ROLL AND DISTINGUISHED STUDENT RECOGNITION
An "A" HONOR ROLL is published at the end of each semester listing students who have completed 12 credit hours or more during the period and have made A's in all courses taken for credit.
Also at the end of each semester, students in good standing who have no grade below C, have completed during the semester at least 12 credit hours of college work, and have a grade point ratios of at least 3.25 for freshmen and sophomores and 3.50 for juniors and seniors shall be designated as Distinguished Students.

ELIGIBILITY FOR HONORS GRADUATION
To be eligible for honors graduation, a student must complete no less than 60 of his/her last 74 hours at Tarleton. The GPA is calculated on the last semester hours at Tarleton inclusive. Honors graduates will be recognized as follows:
3.90-4.00 GPA -- Summa Cum Laude (Approximately 5%)
3.70-3.89 GPA -- Magna Cum Laude (Approximately 10%)
3.60-3.69 GPA -- Cum Laude (Approximately 10%)
Students who are members in good standing of national honor societies that are recognized by Tarleton State University and that require a 3.2 cumulative GPA or higher for membership may have that membership identified on their transcripts.

HONORS CLASSES AND HONORS DEGREES

Tarleton offers honors classes in most core curriculum subjects, including English, history, political science, chemistry, biology, geology, and speech. Honors classes offered in a particular semester are announced in the published course schedule and publicized in flyers and other campus publications.
Honors courses offer intellectually challenging material, innovative approaches to the subject, increased opportunities for honing critical thinking and writing skills, and the opportunity to interact closely with similarly motivated students and with outstanding faculty. Honors courses are limited to a class size of 25 students. To register for an honors class a student must have either a 3.0 GPA or the instructor's permission.
Official designation for honors classes will appear on the student's permanent transcript. Any student who completes 18 or more hours of such classes with a minimum 3.0 GPA in honors classes and overall will receive recognition as an Honors Degree Program graduate.

ACCELERATED DEGREE PROGRAM

Tarleton State University offers an accelerated degree program, which is intended to allow a student who enters Tarleton as a freshman to complete a baccalaureate degree in three years. (Please note: To complete a degree in three years may require that a student attend summer school for at least one summer.) The three-year program is intended for students who enter Tarleton with strong academic preparation. To be eligible for the accelerated program, an entering freshman must:
1. have graduated from an accredited high school with a ranking in the top quarter of the high school class;
2. be exempt from TASP because of exam scores or have passed all parts of TASP with scores that would not require the student to enroll in any developmental courses at Tarleton; and
3. score at least 1050 on the SAT or 23 on the ACT.
A currently-enrolled Tarleton student or a transfer student with less than 30 hours of transferable college credit is eligible to participate in the program if he/she meets the above requirements and has a college GPA of at least 3.0. A currently-enrolled Tarleton student or transfer student with more than 30 hours of college credit may participate in the program if he/she has a college GPA of at least 3.0.
A high school student who hopes to participate in Tarleton's accelerated program may wish to get some college credits while still in high school, through dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, or advanced placement. High school counselors can provide information about such programs.
Students admitted to the program should take no more than 19 hours in their first long semester at Tarleton; the number of hours may be higher for students with exemplary high school grades or SAT/ACT scores. Students who complete at least 15 hours with a GPA of at least 3.00 their first semester in the program will be authorized to enroll in up to 21 hours the following semester. A student maintaining a Tarleton GPA in excess of 3.25 may request authorization to enroll in more than 21 hours for a long semester.
At any time that a participant's Tarleton GPA drops below 3.00 or he/she completes less than 15 hours in a long semester, the student will no longer be considered a part of the accelerated degree program.
Program participants must satisfy all requirements for their degree programs, including total semester credit hour requirements. They may request minor modification of some University core curriculum requirements (i.e., a substitution of one course for another). Such a request should be directed to the Office of Academic Affairs. Students in the program may request departmental authorization to take courses out of sequence (without designated prerequisites) when necessary.
Participants will be advised in their academic departments and by a special designated academic counselor who will help participants plan their programs. The counselor will advise participants about methods of accelerating their degree programs (including CLEP tests, problems courses, correspondence courses, and departmental exams) and will also monitor the progress of students in the program.

DROP AND WITHDRAWAL POLICIES

DROPPING CLASSES
A student desiring to drop a course should follow this procedure:
1. Secure a drop card and instructions from the Registrar's Office;
2. Proceed to academic advisor and obtain his/her signature;
3. Proceed to course instructor and obtain his/her signature;
4. Proceed to the department head who has responsibility for the course and obtain his/her signature;
5. Return the card to the Registrar's Office.
The elapsed time for this procedure shall not exceed one calendar week. The effective date of dropping a course is the date the card is returned to the Registrar's Office.
Note: The student should attend the class until this procedure is completed to avoid penalty for absences. Students will not be allowed to drop developmental courses, except for extraordinary situations. Students will not be allowed to drop a freshman math or English course until after mid-semester except with the approval of their academic dean. The last day for dropping courses is identified in the University Calendar.

WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY
An application for withdrawal from the University must be initiated in the Office of the Registrar.
1. Refer to the census chart below to determine the last day for dropping courses and the last day to withdraw from the University.
2. A student who withdraws on or before the last day to drop courses will receive a grade of W in all courses.
3. A student who withdraws after the last day to drop courses will receive a grade of WF in all courses. The student may appeal to the instructor of each class for a change of grade from WF to W if he/she was passing at the time of withdrawal.
4. The student who fails to withdraw officially will receive a grade of F in all courses in progress.
5. In circumstances where in-person withdrawal is not feasible, the student should call or write the Office of the Registrar and request an "Official Withdrawal Request Form."
6. The refund policy established by the State of Texas is listed under "Refunds" in this catalog. All refunds are subject to this policy.

CENSUS CHART

LIMITS ON DROPPED COURSES AND WITHDRAWALS
The following limitations on dropped courses apply to all undergraduate students entering Tarleton for the first time in Fall 1998 or thereafter:
1. An undergraduate student enrolled at Tarleton State University is permitted a total of 6 dropped courses. Courses dropped before the official class roll day do not count in this total.
2. After a student has accumulated 6 dropped classes, he/she will not be permitted to drop any class unless unusual circumstances exist, as determined by the student's academic dean.
3. An appeal to the academic dean for extenuating circumstances applies only after the student has accumulated 6 drops.
4. If a student withdraws from school, each separate course is counted as a drop.
5. A student who drops a class or withdraws from the University by the last day to drop a class (see University Calendar) will receive a grade of W. A student who withdraws from the University after the last day to drop classes will receive a grade of W or WF in each class. Each W or WF is counted as one of the 6 permitted drops.
6. After a student accumulates 6 drops, he/she will not be permitted to drop additional courses unless unusual circumstances exist, as determined by the student's academic dean.

PROBATION AND SUSPENSION

The following policy applies to all students unless more restrictive rules are included as part of special admission conditions or unless a more restrictive policy has been approved for a program, department, or college. The purpose of academic probation and suspension is to make the student aware of the University's concern that satisfactory progress is not being made in his or her course of study. Early notification of this concern maximizes the student's opportunity to make appropriate adjustments that will result in remaining in good standing. A 2.0 cumulative GPA is the lowest acceptable academic standard because this level mirrors the minimum GPA requirement for graduation. The cumulative GPA used in this policy is defined as the best attempt on all courses taken at Tarleton State University; grades on transfer work are excluded. A student with a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA is considered to be in good academic standing.
Warning: Each student is responsible for knowing his or her academic status and the regulations that apply. Students who do not abide by the regulations governing their particular status may be required to reduce their academic loads or withdraw from the University without special consideration.

PROBATION/SUSPENSION POLICY
1. If a student's cumulative GPA drops below 1.00 at the end of any long semester (fall or spring), the student will be suspended.
2. If a student who has been in good standing has a cumulative GPA between 1.00 and 1.99 at the end of any long semester, the student will be placed on academic warning.
3. A student who has been on academic warning during a long semester is subject to the following:

a. At the end of the semester, if the cumulative GPA is 2.00 or above, the student is returned to good standing.
b. At the end of the semester, if the cumulative GPA is between 1.00 and 1.99, then the GPA for the semester will be used to determine the student's status.

i. If the GPA for the semester is less than 2.00, the student will be suspended.
ii. If the GPA for the semester is 2.00 or higher, the student will be placed on probation.

c. At the end of the semester, if the cumulative GPA is below 1.00, the student will be suspended.

4. A student on probation who has less than a 2.00 cumulative GPA at the end of the next long semester will be suspended. A student on probation who has a 2.00 or better cumulative GPA at the end of the next long semester will be removed from probation and returned to good standing.
5. A student who transfers from Tarleton while on academic warning or probation and then returns (having met transfer requirements) will have the same academic standing the first long semester back at Tarleton as though there had been no transfer.
6. A student who is suspended from Tarleton and takes no transferable college level courses during the term of the suspension may return to Tarleton after the term of the suspension and will be on academic warning the first long semester back at Tarleton.
7. A student who is suspended from Tarleton and takes any transferable college level courses during the term of the suspension must meet Tarleton's transfer requirements in order to be readmitted. Such a student (having met transfer requirements and after the term of the suspension) will be on academic warning the first long semester back at Tarleton.
8. Any student, whether in good standing, on academic warning, or on probation, will be suspended at the end of any long semester if his or her cumulative GPA is below 1.00.

LENGTH OF SUSPENSION
The first suspension is for one long semester. The second is for one calendar year, and the third is indefinite. Three calendar years after imposition of third suspension, the student may apply for readmission; this application will be evaluated by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, but readmission is not guaranteed.

SUMMER SCHOOL
A student on academic warning or probation may attend summer school at Tarleton (transfer requirements having been met, if applicable).
Students placed on first suspension at the end of a spring semester may request their dean's approval to attend summer school. A student attending summer school while on first suspension, who has a cumulative GPA of 2.00 at the end of the last summer session attended, will be returned to good standing.

FORGIVENESS OPTIONS

An undergraduate student enrolled at Tarleton may choose to exercise one, but not both, of the following forgiveness options:

OPTION I
Grades for any one semester of Tarleton work taken more than 5 years before a student's current enrollment at Tarleton may be deleted for computation of cumulative GPA if the student files a request with the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. This option may be exercised one time only.

OPTION II
After a student has attempted ninety or more hours at Tarleton, grades for one semester of Tarleton work may be deleted for computation of cumulative GPA if the student files a request with the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. This option may be exercised one time only.
When a student has exercised one of these forgiveness options, grades for the semester selected by the student will be deleted in computing the cumulative grade point average. Under either option, all courses and grades will continue to appear on the student's transcript. In applying the option, all grades from the chosen semester are deleted from the GPA, not just low or failing grades. Also, no classes taken in the semester being forgiven may be counted on the student's degree plan. A student seeking to exercise either option must be enrolled at Tarleton at the time he/she requests the forgiveness option.

REQUIREMENTS FOR A BACCALAUREATE DEGREE

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. A GPA of 2.00 or better is required on all work counted toward a degree. A GPA of 2.00 or better is required for all work in the major field of study and counted toward a degree.
2. All transfer students must post an overall GPA of 2.00 or better in all courses taken at Tarleton in their major field of study and counted toward a degree as well as an overall GPA of 2.00 or better in all courses taken at Tarleton and counted toward a degree.

RESIDENCE REQUIREMENTS
Residence is satisfied only by official enrollment in and completion of course work applied toward the degree requirements.
1. A minimum of 32 semester hours of work must be completed at Tarleton, of which at least 24 hours must be advanced, including 12 advanced semester hours in the major subject.
2. A maximum of 68 semester hours of academic credit will be accepted for degree credit from a two-year institution.
3. Not more than 18 semester hours by correspondence or extension or 18 hours in a combination of the two will be counted toward the degree. Grades for correspondence work must be on file in Registrar's Office no later than 2 weeks prior to date of graduation.

CORE CURRICULUM REQUIREMENTS
All degree programs leading to the baccalaureate degree include the following University core curriculum:*1,*2

*1 Core curriculum requirements are subject to review and change by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
*2 Some degree programs specify the courses that satisfy these requirements. A student should consult with an academic advisor in selecting core curriculum courses.
*3 Students must enroll in ENGL their first semester at Tarleton and every regular semester thereafter until the freshman ENGL core curriculum requirement has been satisfied.
*4 Students must enroll in MATH their first semester at Tarleton unless they:
a) have a TASP math score of 270 or higher;
b) have a TASP math score of 230-269 and have demonstrated readiness for a course above MATH 1013 based on Tarleton placement exam results; or
c) are exempt from TASP based on SAT, ACT, or TAAS scores.
Students meeting one of these conditions may choose to postpone initial MATH enrollment until their second regular semester at Tarleton. Following initial MATH enrollment, students must enroll in MATH every regular semester thereafter until the freshman MATH core curriculum requirement has been satisfied.
*5 These core curriculum requirements may not be selected from the student's major field.
*6 Visual and performing arts course must be historical, appreciative, or theoretical in nature; it may not be an applied or performance course. Courses that meet this requirement are ART 1313, 2313, 2323, 3313; F A 1013, 1353, 4013; MUSC 2133, 3133, 3243, 3263, 3273, 3283; THEA 1053, 2073, 2083, 4043.
*7 The two courses to fulfill this requirement must be chosen from different academic disciplines.
*8 The Wellness requirement also may be satisfied by any combination, totaling three hours or more, from activity P ED, M S 1012, M S 1022, ANSC 1502, MUSC 1002.

DEGREE PLAN INFORMATION
A degree plan must be on file by the beginning of the senior year.
1. MAJOR
a. The major must be declared by the beginning of the junior year for advising purposes.
b. A minimum of 24 semester hours is required for a major, of which at least 12 must be in advanced courses in the major subject.
c. A double major requires that a degree plan be filed for each major.
2. MINOR
a. A minor consists of a minimum of 18 hours in a field other than the major, of which at least 6 hours must be advanced.
b. Declaration of a minor by the student is optional in most degree programs but strongly recommended. If a minor is desired, it must be declared on the degree plan.
3. DEVELOPMENTAL COURSES needed as preparation for regular University requirements (RDG 1003, ENGL 1003, and MATH 1003 and 1013) cannot be applied as degree plan contents.
4. CREDIT HOUR REQUIREMENTS
a. The minimum number of semester credit hours for a baccalaureate degree is 128.
b. At least 36 hours of advanced credit is required for every baccalaureate degree from Tarleton State University.
5. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
a. A student classified as a senior cannot take a freshman course that carries the same academic prefix description as the student's first or second declared major field.
b. A student may count toward the degree not more than 6 hours of Religious Education credits.
c. A student may count toward the degree not more than 6 hours of activity Physical Education credits.

WRITING PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT
All students are required to satisfy the Writing Proficiency Requirement as a condition for the baccalaureate degree. After completing 45 semester hours, students must register for and take this examination. Dates for testing each semester are listed on the University Calendar in this publication.

GRADUATION UNDER A PARTICULAR CATALOG
To receive a degree from Tarleton State University, a student must complete all requirements for a degree as set forth in a particular University catalog. Several choices are allowed:
1. Graduation may be under the requirements of the catalog in force at the time the student first enrolls at Tarleton State University.
2. Graduation may be under the catalog in force at the time the student first enrolled in higher education if the student is a transfer to Tarleton State University.
3. Graduation may be under the catalog in force for any subsequent year that the student is registered at Tarleton State University.
These possibilities are subject to the condition that all degree requirements must be completed within six (6) years of the date of the catalog selected. For example, a student who chooses to graduate under the requirements of the 1994-95 catalog must complete all requirements for the degree under that catalog prior to August 2000 graduation. (In the event students serve on active duty with the Armed Forces of the United States between the dates of their matriculation and graduation, the six-year limit will be extended one year for each year of active duty served, up to a maximum of four years.) A student registering for the first time in the summer session may meet the requirements of the catalog applying to either the previous or the next long session.

INTERDISCIPLINARY DEGREE PROGRAMS

Tarleton State University offers the following degree programs that are interdisciplinary in nature: the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS), the Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies (BSLS), and the Bachelor of Science in Applied Science (BSAS). The BAAS and BSAS allow the student to apply vocational or technical training to his/her degree program. The BSLS allows students to count toward their degree program courses in a wide range of academic disciplines.
Students in these degree programs must meet all Tarleton requirements that are established as conditions for baccalaureate degrees, including the University core curriculum (p. 47); the Writing Proficiency Examination; completion of at least 32 hours of credit at Tarleton State University; and completion of at least 36 hours of upper-level (3000- and 4000-numbered) courses.

THE BACHELOR OF APPLIED ARTS AND SCIENCES DEGREE (BAAS)
The Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences (BAAS) is designed for the student with training in a technical area. This degree utilizes education received at technical schools, junior colleges, military technical schools, etc. A student must have completed at least 12 semester credit hours (or equivalent) in technical training to be eligible for consideration. With appropriate documentation, the technical training may be supplemented with a maximum of 21 semester credit hours for work experience. A student must have at least 33 semester credit hours (or equivalent) in the combination of technical training and work experience to be eligible for consideration. In all cases, the technical training, work experience (if any), and proposed degree area must be directly related to each other.
The approved occupational areas for the BAAS degree are:

agriculture
business
industrial
technical

Tarleton does not guarantee the availability of all occupational areas. An occupational area is available only if an academic department related to the occupational area is currently sponsoring applicants.
A student interested in the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences should:
1. review the admission requirements;
2. contact the Office of the Registrar for a list of sponsoring departments; and
3. meet with an advisor in the sponsoring department. The student will submit written records related to educational training and work experience (if any). The student is responsible for securing all related documentation.
The department will review the written records and decide whether to sponsor a degree plan application. Sponsored degree plan applications will be considered by the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Committee. Degree plan applications will not be considered until a student has completed at least 3 semester credit hours at Tarleton (or is currently enrolled in at least 3 hours at Tarleton). Degree plans approved by the Committee will be processed through regular University channels. Final approval will depend on completion of the University review process.

Quantitative Requirements for BAAS Degree Programs
I. Occupational specialization
The occupational specialization is a maximum of 48 semester credit hours (or equivalent) directly related to the degree area. These credit hours may consist of technical training, credit for work experience, and credit from this University. Each of these has restrictions.
A. The technical training must be such that it can be equated to vocational-technical schools. The BAAS committee will rule on the admissibility of technical training.
B. No student who has less than 12 semester credit hours of technical training will be considered for the program. The possible credit for technical training ranges from 12 semester credit hours up to and including all 48 hours of occupational specialization.
C. Credit for work experience is awarded only after the BAAS Committee has reviewed the written documentation of the work experience and is limited to a maximum award of 4 semester credit hours per year of qualifying experience. The committee may award less than this maximum. A total of 21 semester credit hours is the greatest possible amount awarded for work experience.
D. No student will be considered for the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences who has less than 33 semester credit hours in the combination of technical training and work experience.
E. Tarleton does not offer course work in all occupational specializations. For those available specializations, the credit may not exceed 15 semester credit hours.
II. Emphasis area
(Minimum 18 semester credit hours, at least 12 to be upper level.) The emphasis area is to be related to and supportive of the occupational specialization. The advisor and the BAAS committee will work together in selecting courses that meet the individual needs of each student.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN LIBERAL STUDIES
A student in the Liberal Studies program must satisfy Tarleton's core curriculum requirements (p. 47) and complete the following courses:
18 hours of lower -level electives
3 hours CIS (upper- or lower-level)
Upper-level courses:
18 hours in emphasis area (academic departments may determine courses)1
9 hours in supportive field (must be in field other than emphasis area)2
33 hours advanced electives

This degree is designed primarily for students who have accumulated upper-level course hours without having met the requirements for a major. Students currently in or recently discharged from the military are most likely to fall into this category. The Bachelor of Science in Liberal Studies degree may enable these students to utilize much of their previous course work. The degree requirements assure that students have completed core requirements, can demonstrate computer literacy, and have sufficient hours in two areas to claim a field of emphasis and a supporting field. The department in which a student is pursuing a field of emphasis may determine which courses must be completed for the degree.

1 Emphasis areas are not available in all academic disciplines. Students should contact the Registrar to determine available emphasis areas and must clarify this issue before taking any courses toward the 18-hour emphasis area and/or the 9-hour supportive field.
2 Must be approved by academic advisor.

THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
The student pursuing the BS in Applied Science must complete the following, in addition to the University core curriculum (p. 47):
Occupational specialization (12 - 27 hours of technical training)
and 0-15 hours of approved electives) 27
Advanced hours in emphasis area (departments may determine courses) 18
Advanced hours in supportive field (in field other than field of emphasis) 9
Advanced electives 24
CIS (upper- or lower-level) 3

APPLICATION FOR DEGREE

1. A candidate for a degree must apply for the degree by filing a "Diploma Name Card" with the Registrar no later than specified in the University Calendar.
2. To be considered for degree conferral, a candidate must be in good standing with the University. All contractual and financial obligations to the University must be satisfied.

CLASS RINGS

Students may order class rings during the semester following completion of 80 semester hours of degree credit. They must have an average of C or better on these 80 hours. The procedure to order a ring is as follows: Students must request a ring order form at the information desk in the Registrar's Office. After it has been properly signed by the Registrar or his representative, the student must present it to a Campus Store employee, who will process the order. The ring may be picked up at the end of the semester in which the student has accrued at least 90 hours.

EXPLANATION OF CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

In this catalog, each course is identified by a four-digit number. The first digit of each number indicates the level or academic year that the course is normally taken (1--freshman, 2--sophomore, 3--junior, 4--senior, 5--graduate). The second and third digits indicate departmental sequence, and the fourth digit indicates the number of semester hour credits awarded for the course. For example, ENGL 1113 is a freshman course worth 3 hours of credit.
In course descriptions, numbers in parentheses following the course number (for example, 3-2) indicate the number of clock hours per week devoted to theory and practice, respectively. Theory includes recitations and lectures; practice includes work in the laboratory, shop, drawing room, or field. Course descriptions include information about course content and learning objectives. Prerequisites and lab or other fees for the course may be listed.

PRE-THEOLOGICAL PROGRAM

Students seeking a bachelor's degree as preparation for entering a theological seminary will find that most programs for Master of Divinity and related degrees are based on the standards of the American Association of Theological Schools (AATS). These call for a heavy emphasis on the humanities, especially communication skills in written English and speech; basic knowledge of the past and present culture through history, sociology, philosophy, political science, literature, science, psychology, and related areas; and a foreign language. Of those languages offered at Tarleton, French or German is appropriate for those whose primary concern is scholarship; Spanish, for those planning a church ministry in the Southwest.
Some religious courses, such as those offered at religious centers at Tarleton, are valuable and usually taken by pre-ministerial students but the AATS discourages duplication of later work at the seminary. Although most seminaries accept candidates with a wide range of majors, the usual degrees for pre-seminary work are in such areas as English, communications, history, and sociology. Students planning to be candidates for seminary work need to check seminaries' catalogs for special requirements. Usually students will find satisfactory advising by their academic advisor. If there are any particular questions, students may contact Dr. David Elkins in the Department of Fine Arts and Communications.

PRE-LAW STUDY

Admission to law school is based primarily upon a student's performance on the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) and cumulative grade point average. Tarleton has no required pre-law major or curriculum, and students may take the LSAT and apply to law schools with any major offered at Tarleton. The LSAT covers three basic areas: logical reasoning, reading comprehension, and analytical reasoning. Students without a grounding in these areas have little chance of competing successfully for admission to selective law schools.
Students interested in preparing for the LSAT and law school are advised to consult the typical curriculum for their chosen degree and to consult the pre-law advisor early in their undergraduate program. The following courses are recommendations, not requirements, for solid pre-law preparation. Students who plan to apply to law school should enroll in as many of these courses as possible.
Courses for logical/analytical reasoning: PHIL 1013,* 2013,* MATH 1093*
Courses for reading comprehension: advanced literature classes, PHIL 4033 and 4043
Courses that emphasize language development: foreign languages, advanced composition courses, COMS 3033
Courses that introduce students to the study of law: C J 2323 and 2373, COMS 3103, POLS 4013 and 4023, G B 4323 and 4333
For more information, contact Dr. Charles Howard in the Department of Fine Arts and Communications.
* These courses meet core curriculum requirements.

COOPERATIVE EDUCATION

Cooperative education in institutions of higher learning is an academic program that provides students with an opportunity to integrate formal academic work with planned and supervised experience in industry, government, or service agencies. Students are given an opportunity, through cooperative education, to earn a salary that may be used to finance their education. More importantly, the program allows student to participate in off-campus work experiences that are integrated with and that supplement their entire education and career goals.
Students may see their department heads for additional information about cooperative education.

AUDIT POLICY

A student may enroll to audit one or more courses under the following conditions:
1. Application to audit a course must be made through the Registrar's Office. A record of audit enrollment is kept in the Registrar's Office.
2. Written consent from the instructor and department head is required prior to attendance in class.
3. No audit enrollee is to be permitted to sit in class more than one period without a Permit to Enter from the Registrar's Office.
4. Space and any required instructional equipment must be available.
5. The extent of the student's participation in the activities of the class is at the discretion of the instructor and is to be designated prior to enrollment.
6. No student may audit a course offered on an individual instruction basis.
7. When a student audits a course and later seeks credit in that content area, an official paid enrollment and satisfactory completion of the course is required.
8. A basic audit fee of $25 per course (1?4 hours) must be paid. In addition, audit students will pay any laboratory fees or practice fees stipulated for particular course content as stated in the General Catalog. In cases of students who are residents of the State of Texas and who are 65 years of age or older, the basic fees and laboratory fees will be waived.
9. Full?time Tarleton faculty and staff members are excluded from the fee provision.

CORRESPONDENCE COURSES FOR BACCALAUREATE CREDIT

Tarleton State University does not offer correspondence courses leading to a baccalaureate degree but will accept courses completed through other accredited institutions. No more than 18 hours by correspondence or extension, or 18 hours in a combination of the two, will be counted toward an undergraduate degree. Correspondence courses are included in the maximum course load limits set for each semester. Limited information on correspondence courses at other institutions is available through the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
Before registering for any correspondence course, students must complete a Concurrent Enrollment form, available from their academic advisor or the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. If a student wishes to use a correspondence course toward graduation or certification requirements, a copy of his/her official transcript showing the work completed by correspondence must be received by the Registrar at least one month before graduation.

DIVISION OF GENERAL STUDIES

Humanities Building, Room 370
(254) 968-9423

The Division of General Studies is designed for students who enroll at Tarleton State University without having identified a field of major interest, the official designation for this being liberal arts major. The Division also offers a course for the student who wants additional college preparation.
Advisors in the Division counsel students as to courses and campus services that will help them select a major. Students who are liberal arts majors are encouraged to schedule appointments with a University counselor during their first semester of attendance.
Students who are subject to TASP requirements (see p. 17) and who have not successfully passed all areas on the TASP test or those whose Tarleton placement exams indicate a need for developmental courses must be advised by the Division of General Studies, regardless of their intended majors. The Division, comprised of faculty advisors representing academic departments from across the University, will help students select and schedule courses, monitor their progress, and consult with them regarding their educational and career goals. Students must remain in the Division of General Studies until they satisfy all TASP and University requirements.

TYPICAL CURRICULUM FOR FRESHMAN
LIBERAL ARTS MAJORS
(students who have not selected a major)

*1 Upon completion of developmental courses, if needed. See p. 47 for information about Tarleton's core curriculum requirements.

DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY SCIENCE

Major Ches H. Garner, Head

Wisdom Gymnasium, Room 108
(254) 968-9188

Instructors: Major Miller, Captain Ornelas,
Sergeant First Class Balderas, Staff Sergeant McMillon,
Staff Sergeant Reed

ROTC Program
Requirements for Admission
Basic Course: All courses offered as part of the basic course are eligible for elective credit toward graduation. Course work covers the areas of leadership development, management principles, orienteering, marksmanship, and first aid. These courses may be taken in lieu of required Physical Education courses. Juniors and seniors may take basic level courses with permission of the department chair only. No military service obligation is incurred for students enrolled in the basic course.
Advanced Course: The two-year advanced course is selective and elective, in that any qualified students may apply for admission. The application requires the approval of the Professor of Military Science. Students who have at least two years of college remaining, maintain a 2.0 or better grade point average, complete the basic course or qualify by prior military training, and are physically qualified are eligible for enrollment in the advanced course. The advanced course leads to an officer's commission in the United States Army Reserve or regular army and is pursued under a written agreement with the Department of the Army. Advanced-course contract students are paid approximately $3,000 for the two-year course, which includes attendance at the ROTC summer camp.
Two-Year Program: Students transferring to or currently enrolled at Tarleton, who cannot complete the basic course prior to becoming academic juniors and graduate students with at least two years remaining may qualify to enter the advanced course by successfully completing a six-week Leadership Seminar course, conducted each summer at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Academic credit and pay are granted to students attending the course. Applications should be submitted to the Department of Military Science by April 15.
Credit for Previous Military Training: Students with previous military training may qualify for placement directly into the advanced course. The Professor of Military Science determines the placement, which is acceptable to the Army, for each student requesting this classification. To receive placement into the advanced course, a student must have 60 credit hours and an overall 2.0 GPA.
Veterans: Students who have prior military service may be eligible for advanced placement, provided that their active duty was completed within the last five years.
National Guard/Reserves: Students who are currently members of the United States Army Reserve or the National Guard are eligible for advanced placement under the Simultaneous Membership Program.

Students desiring additional information concerning the Army ROTC program should write to the Professor of Military Science, Tarleton State University, Mail Stop #0480, Stephenville, TX 76402 or by e-mail to Rotc@Tarleton.edu. Phone calls may be made collect to (254) 968-9188.

M S Leadership Laboratory: Practical application of classroom instruction emphasizing rappelling, water survival, orienteering, physical fitness, and basic military skills. Participating students are provided all uniforms and equipment. Participation is required of all M S students.

Special Programs
U.S. Army ROTC Basic Camp: Maximum of ten credit hours. The ROTC Basic Camp is a six-week summer course conducted at Fort Knox, Kentucky, for students who cannot complete the Basic Course prior to becoming academic juniors. In addition to free room, board, and transportation, students are paid approximately $700. Training includes practical exercises to enhance confidence, physical fitness, and leadership qualities. Prerequisite: Approval of department head.
Rangers: An adventure-oriented organization designed to develop leadership qualities, self discipline, self confidence, and resourcefulness through small unit tactics. Members participate in several field training exercises during the semester. Open to all interested and qualified students with at least a 2.0 GPA.
Wainwright Rifles: An organization designed to represent Tarleton in ceremonies, parades, and drill team competition throughout the United States.
Adventure Training: Is available to students who apply to attend Northern Operation Training (Alaska), Airborne-Parachutist Training (Georgia), Air Assault Training (Kentucky), Nurse Summer Training Program, Advanced Individual Academic Development, or United Kingdom Summer Camp.
ROTC Scholarships: Competitive two- and three-year scholarships, which pay all tuition, laboratory fees, textbooks, and other required academic expenses except room and board, are available. In addition, the scholarship holder receives $200 per month for the duration of the scholarship, except for the six-week advanced summer camp, during which the student is paid half the basic monthly pay of a second lieutenant plus travel expenses to and from camp.
ROTC Advanced Camp: Practical application of tactics, leadership training and practice, and arms qualification. Five weeks during the summer at a military reservation designated by the Department of the Army. Prerequisite: M S 3013 and 3023 or approval of department head.

RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

By arrangement between Tarleton State University and interested religious groups, nonsectarian courses in Bible are offered in the Religious Centers adjacent to the campus. These courses are open to all students. Six semester hours may be counted toward graduation or for degree credit. The instructors who teach the courses must be associated with a recognized religious organization, possess a master's degree in religious studies from an accredited institution, and be approved by the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Course descriptions for Religious Education courses are on p. 380.

EXPENSES

To meet the demands for a quality education in its broadest sense, required expenses for Tarleton students are kept low. Comparison will reveal that Tarleton's total cost of about $6,400 for two regular semesters is among the lowest of any university. Total cost includes tuition, meals, room, and all other fees. An additional $2,000 for personal expenses makes the cost of a school year at Tarleton approximately $8,400.

Please note: All fees are approximations and subject to change because of economic conditions, board action, and/or legislative requirements.

*1 Previously, a General Use Fee was assessed for all students. The General Use Fee has been redesignated as tuition as per the acts of the 75th Texas Legislature. Reference Texas Education Code 54.0512 and 54.0513.
*2 For students without a deposit on file.

EXPLANATION OF FEES

Please Note: The following fees are required of all students, regardless of classification (undergraduate or graduate) or type of housing (on- or off-campus): tuition, student services, Student Development Center Complex, computer, health service, identification system, library access fee, instructional equipment fee, international education fee, and general property deposit.

Note 1: The following are payable on an installment basis in the regular semesters.

TUITION FEE. Tuition for Texas resident undergraduate students is $67 per semester credit hour, with a $147 minimum per regular semester and $87 minimum per summer semester. Tuition for Texas resident graduate students is $77 per semester credit hour, with minimums of $147 per regular semester and $87 per summer semester. Tuition for non?resident students, including those who are not U.S. citizens, is $282 per semester credit hour. See "Determination of Residence for Tuition Purposes" in this section for more information.

LABORATORY FEE. A fee of not less than $2 nor more than $30 for each laboratory course may be charged for materials and supplies.

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT CENTER COMPLEX FEE. This fee of $3 per semester hour, with a $30 maximum per regular semester and $15 maximum per summer semester, is used for operating, maintaining, improving, and equipping the Student Development Center Complex. Students enrolled in courses offered through Tarleton - Central Texas or enrolled in courses offered off campus are not charged this fee.

STUDENT SERVICES FEE - STEPHENVILLE CAMPUS. This fee of $12.50 per semester credit hour, with a $150.00 maximum per regular semester and $8.20 per semester credit hour, with a $150.00 maximum per summer semester, is for support of student activities. It includes a subscription to the J?TAC (the student newspaper), admission to all athletic events, including intramural athletics, fees for the Student Development Center Complex, and student discounts for all special events performances in the Fine Arts Center. The fee also supports student government, student organizations, student travel, student counseling, rodeo activities, the cheerleaders, and Texan Stars.

STUDENT SERVICES FEE - TARLETON - CENTRAL TEXAS. This fee of $6.85 per semester credit hour with a $150 maximum per semester is for the support of student activities at Tarleton - CT.

COMPUTER PROCESSING FEE. This fee of $4 per semester credit hour is used to cover costs of providing computing access to the students and computing services for administrative and instructional purposes.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION FEE. This fee of $1 per semester is used to assist students participating in international student exchange or study programs.

HEALTH SERVICE FEE. This fee of $2.40 per semester hour is used to cover costs of the Student Health Center. Students enrolled in courses offered through Tarleton - Central Texas or enrolled in courses offered off campus are not charged this fee.

ROOM & MEALS FEES. All students living in the residence halls are required to pay for meals, in addition to room-rent fees. Meals are provided in modified cafeteria style during specific meal hours. Evening meals will not be served on days preceding holidays and end of semester or summer sessions. Room and meal rates and meal times are published in pamphlets available from Student Services and Business Services. Meal fees include state sales tax. No deductions will be made from charges for meals and room rent when students move into the residence hall within ten days after the opening of a semester, nor will refunds be made when students withdraw during the last ten days of a semester or the last ten days for which payment has been made.

COURSE FEES. These fees are charged to cover the costs of materials and services directly associated with selected classroom or laboratory activities. Fee amount is determined by course.

OFF-CAMPUS COURSE FEE. This fee is used to cover additional expenses for courses taught off campus. Fee amount is determined by location.

INSTRUCTIONAL EQUIPMENT FEE. This fee of $1 per semester credit hour is used to maintain and upgrade equipment used directly in student instruction.

LIBRARY ACCESS FEE. This fee of $1 per semester credit hour is used to purchase materials and equipment and to support the operations of the Dick Smith Library.

FIELD ASSIGNMENT FEE. This fee of $50.00 per course is charged to all students who register for a student teaching, internship, field placement, or cooperative education course. The fee is used for costs directly associated with these courses.

AGRICULTURAL FACILITIES FEE. This fee of $6 per course is charged to all students who register for agriculture courses and is used by the College of Agriculture and Technology to provide agricultural facilities to support the agricultural degree programs and courses.

LATE REGISTRATION FEE. Students who do not register or make initial payment on days set aside for that purpose will pay a late fee of $25.

PARKING FEE. Students who wish to park a vehicle on any part of Tarleton property will pay a parking fee of $25 for each regular semester and $10 per summer semester.

MATERIALS FEE. This fee may be added for specialized courses requiring supplies to supplement instructional activities.

TESTING FEE. A testing fee of $15 for freshmen and transfer students will be assessed to cover required institutional testing, such as for math and English placement, writing proficiency, or achievement. It is charged on first enrollment for a fall or spring semester and covers all institutional testing while the student is enrolled.

IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM FEE. This fee is $5 for each semester. It is not a purchase fee. A permanent ID Card is issued to incoming students to be used for their entire enrollment at Tarleton. A $10 fee will be charged for replacement of lost or damaged cards.

RECORDS FEE. This fee of $10 is charged for each semester.

LATE PAYMENT FEE. Students not making an installment payment by the due date will be charged a late payment fee of $10. Students who are delinquent more than five days may be prohibited from registering for classes and may be blocked from all University services.

GENERAL PROPERTY DEPOSIT. Students must have a general deposit of $10 on file.

PROGRAM DELIVERY FEE. This fee of $9 per semester credit hour is charged to all students who register for courses based at the Tarleton System Center, including Fort Hood. The fee is used to support the additional expenses associated with offering the program in Killeen.

YEARBOOK FEE. The Tarleton yearbook, The Grassburr, may be purchased for $30 each year.

TEXAN BUCKS. This is an optional fee available for students to obtain points (1 cent = 1 point) that allow them to use their ID cards to make purchases at the Snack Bar. The point system may also be used for meals in the Dining Hall. Texan Bucks may be purchased at a base price of $100.00. Additional deposits to a student's Texan Bucks account can be added any time throughout the academic year in increments of $25.00.

Note 2: The following fees are NOT payable on an installment basis.

INSTALLMENT FEE. The Texas Education Code includes a provision for students to pay tuition and certain designated fees for the fall and spring semesters on an installment basis. Students may elect to pay in full or in three installments. Students who elect to pay on the installment plan will be charged an installment fee of $20 per semester and will be required to sign an installment agreement.

ROOM RESERVATION AND DAMAGE DEPOSIT. All residence hall students are required to have a room reservation and damage deposit of $100 on file.

PAYMENT OF FEES

All of the aforementioned fees must be paid by a designated date, which is stated on the student's bill.
The following options are available for fee payment in regular semesters:
OPTION 1. Payment in full by the designated date.
OPTION 2. Payment in three installments as follows:
Installment 1: 50% of Note 1 fees and all of Note 2 fees by designated date;
Installment 2: 25% of Note 1 fees prior to the start of the 6th class week;
Installment 3: 25% of Note 1 fees prior to the start of the 11th class week.
Each student who elects option 2 must have a signed installment agreement on file in the Business Services Office. Students who fail to make tuition and fees payment by the due date may be prohibited from registering for classes for a succeeding semester until payment is made. Moreover, nonpayment prior to the end of the semester means the student may be denied credit for the work done that semester.
For short sessions, payment in full is due by the designated date.

REFUNDS

Students who have paid fees in full and withdraw from the University will receive refunds for tuition, student services fee, computer processing fee, health service fee, Student Development Center Complex fee, international education fee, instructional equipment fee, records fee, program delivery fee, off-campus course fee, library access fee, field assignment fee, agricultural facilities fee, and laboratory fees. Students paying on an installment basis and who withdraw from the University will be required to pay the balance of fees due. The refund schedule is as follows:

WITHDRAWING FROM ALL COURSES AT THE UNIVERSITY
Effective Withdrawal Date is the date the withdrawal is reported to and recorded in the Registrar's Office.

DROPPED CLASSES
(Student remains enrolled in one or more courses at the University)
Effective Drop Date is the date the drop is recorded in the Registrar's Office.
1. If a course is dropped on or before the census date for the appropriate session, the student will be refunded for the tuition and fees associated with that course.
2. If a course is dropped after the appropriate census date, the student will not receive a refund.

Census dates for various length sessions are as follows:
3-week session-- 2nd class day
5-week session-- 4th class day
8-week session-- 6th class day
10-week session-- 7th class day
16-week session-- 12th class day
Special notes: For refund purposes, class days are determined by the calendar, not by the number of class meetings. As an example, if a semester starts on Monday, Thursday of that week is considered the 4th class day for all classes.

Those fees paid by Tuition Assistance or other third party receivable will be refunded to the military or other organization if a refund is due.

Tarleton's refund policy is in accordance with mandates of the state of Texas.

ROOM RENT AND MEAL FEES
Refunds to students withdrawing prior to the first class day will be based on a daily proration. Refunds to students withdrawing on or after the first class day will be based on a daily proration, less an early withdrawal fee equaling 10 percent of the semester room/meal rate. The effective date of withdrawal will be the date written notification is provided to the Registrar's Office.

TEXAN BUCKS
Students may withdraw from the point plan at any time and be refunded unused points less a $15 withdrawal fee. Points remaining in the student's account at the end of each regular semester will automatically be transferred to the next semester or summer session except at the end of the second summer session, when all points remaining will be forfeited.

GENERAL PROPERTY DEPOSIT
After 10 days from the date the Registrar certifies a student has officially withdrawn or graduated, the breakage-deposit balance may be refunded.

CONDITIONS OF REFUNDS
Refunds of tuition and fees will not be made until 10 days have elapsed from the date the fees were paid. Refunds of tuition and fees paid by a sponsor, donor, or scholarship shall be made to the source rather than directly to the student who has withdrawn if the funds were made available through the University. All student services and privileges shall terminate when a student withdraws or graduates from the University.

NONREFUNDABLE FEES
Fees required for special courses, ID cards, parking, testing, yearbook, installment plans, late registration, and adding courses are non-refundable.

MISCELLANEOUS FEES

UNPAID CHECK
If a check accepted by the University is returned unpaid by the bank on which it is drawn, the person presenting it will be required to pay a penalty of $25. If the check is not redeemed within 20 days after the date of the first notice, the student may be dropped from the rolls of the University and the check turned over to the County Attorney for collection.

REINSTATEMENT FEE
A student who has been dropped from the rolls of the University and has been approved for reinstatement will be charged a fee of $100.

Note: Should you have any questions regarding fees and refunds, contact the Tarleton State University Business Office: (254) 968-9107.

DETERMINATION OF RESIDENCE FOR TUITION PURPOSES

Residence for tuition purposes is determined by state law for state-supported colleges, and as such is subject to change by the Texas legislature. Additional information may be obtained from the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. The following is a brief explanation of residence requirements under present law:

1. Students claimed by parent or guardian for federal income tax purposes. An individual (minor or 18 years of age or older) who is claimed as a dependent for federal income tax purposes by a parent or guardian the year of enrollment and the tax year prior to enrollment will have residency based on the residence of the parent or guardian and is considered a dependent. Residence is based on one of the following circumstances:

a. the residence of the parent who has custody at the time of enrollment (upon divorce of parents),
b. the residence of the parent who has claimed the dependent for federal income tax purposes both at the time of enrollment and for the tax year preceding enrollment, or
c. the residence of the parent with whom the dependent has resided for the 12 months prior to enrollment.

2. Students not claimed by parent or guardian for federal income tax purposes. A student who is not claimed by a parent or guardian as a dependent for federal income tax purposes during the tax year including the enrollment period and the previous tax year will have residency based upon himself/herself and is considered independent. Independent individuals 18 years of age or over who move into the state and who are gainfully employed within the state for a period of 12 months prior to enrolling in an institution of higher education are entitled to classification as residents. An individual who is self employed or employed as a homemaker within the home may be considered gainfully employed for tuition purposes. The student should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for more information about self employment and homemaker status.
A student who has not been classified as a Texas resident for the first five of the last six years must provide documentation. Proof of residency will be required of any student who has resided in Texas less than five years. If a student was gainfully employed prior to enrolling in an institution of higher education, a letter of employment is generally sufficient, but additional documentation may be requested by the institution. The letter of employment must be from the employer and must state beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and type of work performed.

3. Student enrolled in an institution before being gainfully employed in the state. If 12 months' residence can be shown not to have been for the purpose of establishing residence in the state but to have been for some other purpose (i.e., educational), the individual is not entitled to be classified as a resident of Texas.
Students enrolling in an institution of higher education prior to having resided in the state for 12 months immediately preceding time of enrollment shall be classified as nonresidents for tuition purposes and must submit the following documents for reclassification:

a. Letter of employment stating beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and type of work performed (35-40 hours for 12 months while attending school)
b. Material to the determination of the establishment of a domicile in Texas are business or personal facts or actions unequivocally indicative of a fixed intention to reside permanently in the state. If four of the following actions have been taken at least 12 consecutive months prior to enrollment and continue to be in effect, the student is considered to have established a domicile in Texas. Proof or documentation for the following actions must be provided:

i. purchasing a residence and claiming it as a homestead
ii. registering to vote and voting in local elections
iii. registering automobiles in Texas
iv. maintaining a Texas driver's license
v. having wills or other legal documents that indicate residence in Texas
vi. maintaining checking accounts, savings accounts, or safe deposit boxes in Texas
vii. having membership in professional organizations
viii. establishing a business in Texas

4. Military personnel and dependents of military personnel. Resident military personnel and their dependents are classified as residents, provided they maintain Texas as the Official Home of Record with the military service. Nonresident military personnel must submit certification of active duty in Texas at each registration to be eligible for resident tuition rates. The Office of Undergraduate Admissions must be contacted for an Active Duty Military/Dependent Certification Form. This form must be completed every Fall semester of enrollment.
Nonresident military personnel who have separated or retired from military service while stationed in Texas and who intend to remain in Texas may be classified as residents provided certain actions are taken by the soldier one year prior to enrollment. Please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for information.

5. Non-resident aliens. An alien is considered to be a nonresident unless he/she is in the United States on an immigration visa. Students on immigration visas are classified in reference to resident status the same as United States citizens. See sections 1 and 2 above.

6. Reclassification of nonresident status. A student classified as a nonresident retains that classification until he/she requests reclassification in writing and provides proof of residence to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Proof consists of the items listed in section 3. Application for reclassification must be submitted prior to the official census date of the relevant term. The student should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to obtain an application.