3.54 Independent Study

Policy Information

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Number: 3.54

Name: Independent Study Policy

Author: Policy Committee

Effective Date: January 8, 2018

Next Review Date: Fall 2022

Regulatory Authority

• Minnesota State Board Policy 2.9 – Academic Standing and Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress
• Federal Register Department of Education Program Integrity Issues §668.34 Satisfactory Academic Progress
• MSCF Contract Article 11, Section 1, Subd. 5 Independent Study

Part 1. Policy Background

This policy defines the process used to complete courses through independent study.

Part 2. Definitions

Subpart A. Independent Study

Independent study provides a method for students to take a course that is in the NHCC Course Catalog, but is not currently offered in a specific semester. Independent studies can only be initiated by students or faculty.

Part 3. Campus Review

History

• Date of Adoption –23-Apr-1999 as NH III.02.10
• Revised – 12-May-2004
• Revised and renumbered to 3.54 –27-Jan-2012
• Revised Spring 2017, did not complete review; re-opened for review Fall 2017