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Administrative Frequently Asked QuestionsQuestion:What classes do you offer? Answer:The UT Arlington Schedule of Classes (via MyMav) is a good source of information for all distance courses that are offered at UT Arlington. Some courses are offered through the Center for Distance Education while others are offered through specific departments. Contact the department which offers the course and ask to speak to someone who is familiar with the class or ask for the instructor's contact information. The current semester's Schedule of Classes gives the exact dates and times for registration and should be consulted each semester. The Spring Schedule of Classes is available mid-October; the Summer/Fall Schedule of Classes is available mid-March. Question Q00101. History Version 1.06: 19 April, 2006. Updated by cpb. Updated for MyMav. Version 1.05: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Updated an acronym reference. Version 1.04: 27 January, 2004. Updated by cpb. Updated a link. Version 1.03: 3 September, 2003. Updated by cpb. Updated a link. Version 1.02: 28 December, 2002. Updated by cpb. Reworded a sentence. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How are your classes delivered? Answer:Investigate the format of the class; some are web-delivered, others are delivered via videotape or streamed video. Some courses use a combination of formats. Question Q00102. History Version 1.02: 28 December, 2002. Updated by cpb. Added additional delivery modes. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:When do I have to go to class? Answer:Courses offered through the Center for Distance Education are online, allowing students to do their course work at their convenience. Specific instructors may have deadlines for assignments and/or tests, please read the syllabus carefully. Question Q00103. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:What do I have to do to enroll in distance courses? Answer:If you are accepted to UT Arlington and have Internet access, you can enroll in our distance education courses. Question Q00104. History Version 1.02: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Updated an acronym reference. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Are the semesters for Distance Education courses different? Answer:The start and finish of our courses correspond with University semester deadlines. Students can work ahead in their courses as long as periodic assignment and test deadlines are met. Question Q00105. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How is testing handled for distance courses? Answer:Testing is done online; some courses require paper writing with submission through email or fax. A few courses require proctored testing. Question Q00106. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:I have a question about my grades or assignments? Answer:Questions regarding grades or course content should be directed to the instructor through e-mail, phone, or office appointment. Question Q00107. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Are all of your classes offered every semester? Answer:Not all of these classes are offered concurrently, so check the UT Arlington Class Schedule (via MyMav) for availability. Question Q00108. History Version 1.06: 19 April, 2006. Updated for MyMav. Updated by cpb. Version 1.05: 10 January, 2006. Updated references. Updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 18 December, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 27 January, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 3 September, 2003. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Do online classes offer the same credit hours as on campus courses? Answer:There is no distinction in granting credit between traditional classroom sections and distance learning sections. Question Q00109. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How do I view the course material? Answer:Delivery and format vary from course to course. Browse the CDE course list for specific information, including:
Question Q00110. History Version 1.03: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:What are the admission requirements for distance classes? Answer:In order to take Distance Education courses for credit you must apply and be accepted to the University of Texas at Arlington. See Admissions for more information. After receiving your acceptance notice, consult the CDE website for the Getting Started checklist for your course. Continuing Students:
Question Q00111. History Version 1.05: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 04 January, 2005. Updated by cm. Version 1.03: 17 June, 2004. A link updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 27 January, 2004. Updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:What is the registration process for distance classes? Answer:All registration at UT Arlington may be done by SAM, UT Arlington's touch-tone telephone system, by calling 817.272.2726 or through online registration (via MyMav). Question Q00112. History Version 1.04: 08 February, 2007. Updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How do currently enrolled or continuing students register for the next semester? Answer:All currently enrolled, continuing students will register online or through SAM the preceding semester. Question Q00113. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:When can I register if I am a new student? Answer:New students register the week before classes begin. Advising must be done prior to registration. Question Q00114. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How much are my fees and tuition? Answer:For an estimation of fees and tuition, consult Information for Current Students. Select Select "Tuition, Fees, and Charges." Select "Registration Cost Estimation." Non-Texas residents receiving instruction outside of Texas are charged a lump sum fee (per course) in lieu of the tuition, fees and charges. Please refer to the UT Arlington Schedule of Classes for course specific fees and the lump sum fee. Question Q00115. History Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 04 January, 2005. Updated by cm. Version 1.02: 17 June, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Does UT Arlington offer a Criminology degree through distance education? Answer:UT TeleCampus does offer an Online Criminology and Criminal Justice Bachelor's Completion Program. This 66-credit hour program, coupled with associate and/or other undergraduate coursework, will lead to either a B.A. from UT Arlington or UT Permian Basin or a B.S. from UT Brownsville. Students interested in pursuing this online completion degree should apply to one of these institutions. For more information about the program and requirements, please see the webpage for the Department of Criminal Justice: Online Criminiology and Criminal Justice Bachelor's Completion Program Contact Caryl Segal, Program Advisor, in the Department of Criminal Justice. Question Q00116. History Version 1.05: 27 August, 2008. URL updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 15 August, 2005. Title updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 June, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Will credit for classes that I have taken elsewhere transfer to UT Arlington? Answer:Please check with the Office of Admissions for your question about transfer hours from other institutions. If you have hours transferred to UT Arlington, your academic advisor would then determine how these transfer hours apply toward your degree. Question Q00117. History Version 1.02: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:What online programs are available through UT Arlington? Answer:For information about the online programs available through UT TeleCampus of which the Center for Distance Education at UT Arlington participates, visit the UT TeleCampus. For information about international student requirements, please see information for International Students. Question Q00118. History Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. HTML updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 17 December, 2004. HTML updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 15 March, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:I have sent in my UT Arlington admission application, now what? Answer:Our recommendation is to allow 7 working days for processing after you know the Office of Admissions has received your application, application fee, and all official transcripts. If you haven't heard anything after 7 days, then you can call 817.272.MAVS to check the status. Question Q00119. History Version 1.02: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Who do I contact about advising if I am a Business student? Answer:Contact the School of Business advisor Linda Wilson Question Q00120. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Do you have any information about the Early Admissions Program? Answer:Qualified high school students can begin coursework at UT Arlington through the Early Admissions Program. To find out about admission requirements, how to get started, and courses (including distance education opportunities) offered through the Early Admissions Program, please see the Early Admissions Program pages. If you are interested in earning high school credit for the college courses you take before graduation, be sure to check with your high school counselor or administrator to verify your school's dual credit policy. If you are accepted to UT Arlington's Early Admission Program and have Internet access, you can enroll in our distance education courses. Question Q00121. History Version 1.05: 10 January, 2006. HTML updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 04 January, 2005. Updated by cm. Version 1.03: 17 December, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 June, 2004. Link updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:When can I begin working on my distance course? Answer:Access to the online class is available beginning on the first day of the semester to those students enrolled in the class. Question Q00123. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Do you offer undergraduate courses in Engineering? Answer:Please see the College of Engineering's Center for Distance Learning. You may contact them at info@engineering.uta.edu. Undergraduate engineering courses are not offered through the Center for Distance Education. For admission information, visit UT Arlington's Admissions website. Question Q00124. History Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. Content updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 04 January, 2005. Links and content updated by cm. Version 1.02: 27 January, 2004. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Where can I get more information on the Master's in Reading programs offered at UT Arlington? Answer:The online Master's in Curriculum and Instruction with a Reading Specialist Certificate, Master Reading Teacher Certificate (MRT), and an ESL Endorsement is available through the UT TeleCampus of which we (UT Arlington, Center for Distance Education) are a part. For additional information visit the UT TeleCampus. See the Getting Started section. Question Q00125. History Version 1.05: 27 August, 2008. URL updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 June, 2004. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Does UT Arlington offer an online Teacher Certification Program? Answer:The Center for Distance Education offers an online teacher certification program at the secondary level for those students who already have a bachelor's degree. You may want to talk to an advisor in the College of Education about their online opportunities that might fit your needs. Question Q00126. History Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. Text updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 04 January, 2005. Links and text updated by cm. Version 1.02: 27 January, 2004. Links and text updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Can I get more information regarding your online MBA Program? Answer:The MBA online program is offered through UT TeleCampus, with UT TeleCampus as a participant. Please visit the UT TeleCampus for more information. Question Q00127. History Version 1.03: 10 January, 2006. HTML updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:What information do you have about the UT Arlington Graduate School? Answer:Please see the UT Arlington Graduate School webpage for more information regarding application, courses and contacts. Question Q00128. History Version 1.02: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Can I get a grade replacement on a distance course? Answer:Yes, students can earn a replacement grade in an online class, but please refer to the following information to guide your decision. According to the undergraduate catalog: "Grade Replacement Policy--Upon receiving a grade of D or F in a course, a student may, after filing an intent to do so, replace the grade by repeating the course. The second grade earned, whether higher or lower, will be used in calculating the grade point average unless the second grade is a W. This policy applies only to the second time a course is attempted. Both grades received will be shown on the student's transcript..." For more information about the grade replacement policy, please see the online undergraduate catalog. Select Academic Regulations. Question Q00129. History Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Where can I get more information regarding the online TASP Preparation course? Answer:To enroll in the online TASP Preparation (MATH 0301) course, you must be an admitted UT Arlington student and have Internet access. Also, be sure to verify the computer requirements for this class. For more information about your particular situation and TASP, please contact the academic advisor in the TASP Office in the University Advising Center, Room 241, Davis Hall or call 817.272.3140. Question Q00130. History Version 1.02: 19 July, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:I graduated from high school a number of years ago, do I still need my SAT or ACT scores for admission? Answer:If you are over age 25 and graduated from high school, you may not need to submit SAT or ACT scores. Please contact the Office of Admissions for more information about your individual situation. Question Q00131. History Version 1.02: 27 January, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Does UT Arlington offer any online Graduate Nursing courses? Answer:Nursing courses are offered through the School of Nursing. The School of Nursing also offers evening courses to accommodate those people with jobs and/or children. Question Q00132. History Version 1.05: 27 August, 2008. URL updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 10 January, 2006. Updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 05 January, 2005. Updated by cm. Version 1.02: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Are any courses offered in a language other than English? Answer:UT Arlington Center for Distance Education currently offers courses in English only. Question Q00133. History Version 1.02: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How can I get a printed copy of the UT Arlington undergraduate or graduate catalog? Answer:Order an undergraduate or graduate catalog online. Question Q00134. History Version 1.03: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:Do I have to retake classes if I have taken time off from school? Answer:College hours earned do not expire, but there are a few other considerations. The UT Arlington undergraduate catalog states that students may obtain a degree according to the course requirements for a degree stated in the catalog under which they first entered UT Arlington, provided the courses are being offered. Or, students may choose to graduate under the course requirements in effect during any subsequent year in which they are registered, provided the courses are offered. These provisions, however, are subject to the restriction that all requirements for a degree must be completed in eight years from the date of the catalog chosen and that the courses are still offered. If you have not attended UT Arlington in more than a year, you will need to submit an application, $25 application fee, and official transcripts from any colleges that you attended since last at UT Arlington. Question Q00135. History Version 1.02: 10 January, 2006. Markup updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. Version 1.00: 20 November, 2002. Original by cb/ph. Question:How do I order a transcript? Answer:You can order a transcript online. Question Q00136. History Version 1.05: 26 December, 2005. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.04: 17 December, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.03: 17 June, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.02: 27 January, 2004. Links updated by cpb. Version 1.01: 26 December, 2002. Links and markup updated by cpb. 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