Class Attendance

Students are expected to check in virtually twice a week. Missing over two classes per term can result in an incomplete for the course. Adjustments of grades because of absences and lateness will be at the discretion of the instructor in conjunction with school policy.

Credit students are expected to attend each class. In the event of necessary absences, make-up assignments must be arranged with the professor. Absences of more than two classes per term will result in automatic failure of the course (professor’s discretion). Two unexcused tardies count as one absence.

Missed Exams

Students absent without excuse on the dates of mid-term exams or finals will receive a zero on the test. Absences will be excused at the discretion of the professor. Make-up exams must be completed within one week, will be scheduled at the discretion of the professor, and must be obtained in advance. The Academic Dean must approve any exception.

Grading System

When a course is repeated, the grade thus earned replaces the previously earned lower grade.

If a student withdraws from a course before taking the first examination or the midpoint of the course, whichever is earlier, the grade of WP will be given. If the student withdraws after the first examination, the grade of WP or WF will be determined by his scholastic achievement to that point. If a student withdraws after the mid- point of the course a grade of F will be automatically awarded.

A credit student who fails to complete all course requirements will receive an “incomplete” and is allowed 30 days from the last day of class to complete course requirements. If requirements are incomplete beyond this extension, the “I” will be changed to “F”.

Academic Probation

A student who falls below a 2.0 GPA in two successive quarters will be on academic probation for the following quarter. Failure to remove oneself from probation after the quarter will result in dismissal from the credit program. Should a dismissed student desire to apply for readmission, the student may apply to the Academic Dean for an evaluation of the cause for dismissal. If the student is deemed capable of 2.0 or above work, the student may be readmitted on academic probation.

Grade Reports

Grade reports are issued to each student at the end of each term if financial obligations are met. It is expected that the work done will represent faithfulness and conscientious application on the part of every student. Although grades are not regarded as an end in themselves, they usually represent not only the student’s knowledge on the subject but also the student’s diligence in studying it.

Transcripts

A transcript containing the cumulative record of courses taken, and grades and credits earned, is kept for each student. Transcripts may be released only to another educational institution via mail. Official transcripts require a $5 fee. Unofficial transcripts will be mailed for $3 each.

Graduation Requirements

Candidates for graduation in the degree program must satisfactorily fulfill all required curricula, maintain a minimum grade point average of 2.0 and meet all financial obligations. Additionally, every student is expected to abide by the NLTS Honor and Integrity Standards outlined in this catalog.