The adult studies division of Belhaven College offers courses leading to associates, bachelors, and masters degrees. In addition to earning a prescribed minimum number of semester hours credit and maintaining an overall C average (2.00 GPA), a candidate for an undergraduate degree from Belhaven College must complete basic course requirements, meet all departmental requirements for a major, complete the online application for degree, and fulfill all financial obligations to the College. A candidate for a graduate degree must fulfill the same requirements and obligations and maintain an overall B average (3.00 GPA).
Application for degrees must be through the online application found on BlazeNet by the deadlines listed in the calendar at least eight months prior to the anticipated degree completion. Failure to do so on schedule will result in a late fee assessment as listed in the Special Fees section; a delay in the graduation date is also possible.
Degrees
Associate of Arts
Bachelor of Arts in Social Services
Bachelor of Business Administration
Bachelor of Health Administration
Bachelor of Science in Management
Master of Arts in Teaching
Master of Business Administration
Master of Education
Master of Public Administration
Master of Science in Management
Academic Advising
The Director of Student Services will acquaint students with options in developing a plan for degree completion at the time of orientation. To complete all graduation requirements, a student may find that he/she will need to meet these requirements outside of the set programs.
These courses may be taken concurrently with other set courses if the student wishes to complete a degree in less time. After a student enrolls in the adult studies program, courses taken at other institutions of higher learning must be approved by the Registrar. Students can access the “Request to Take a Course at Another Institution” form on BlazeNet. Concurrent enrollment in two institutions must be approved by the Registrar’s office.
The Director of Graduate Teacher Education will acquaint Jackson education students with options in developing a plan for degree completion. Memphis and Orlando students should make an appointment to meet with the Director of Student Services. Questions regarding a degree plan should be directed to the director.
Residence Requirement
Belhaven College requires of all candidates for an undergraduate degree a minimum residence as follows. The last 31 semester hours of work must be earned in residence with the exception that a student who has completed at least 90 hours at Belhaven College may request permission from the Registrar to complete the final 12 hours required of his/her degree at another accredited senior college or university . Students who have completed at least 60 hours may complete nine hours off campus; those with at least 31 hours may complete six hours.
For a graduate degree, Belhaven College requires of all candidates a minimum residence of one year. The last 12 semester hours of work must be earned in residence.
Second Degree Requirements
A student who wishes to obtain a second degree from Belhaven College must complete a minimum of 31 semester hours in addition to the 124 hours earned for the primary degree and must meet all the general education requirements for the second degree and the specific requirements for the second degree program. There must be at least 18 hours of unique requirements for each degree. Some departments may require more than 18 unique hours.
Progress Toward Degree
Students who have not completed a degree within six years of attendance at Belhaven College will continue their seventh year of study under a new catalogue.
General Education Goals
Requirements for the Baccalaureate Degree
| Goal I: | A mastery of one’s own language in oral and written form | 9 hours |
| Goal III: | A familiarity with a second language or culture of a major civilization | 3-6 hours |
| Goal IV: | An understanding of science | 7 hours |
| Goal V: | A knowledge of mathematical skills | 3-6 hours |
| Goal VI: | An understanding and historical perspective of the contemporary world | 6 hours |
| Goal VII: | A knowledge of Christian Scripture and an ability to integrate that knowledge with issues of daily life | 9 hours |
| Goal VIII: | An appreciation of humanity’s artistic accomplishments | 3 hours |
| Goal IX: | An ability to apply the biblical vision of the Kingdom of God | 3 hours |
General education courses listed above, core courses required for the degree and electives must total a minimum of 124 semester hours.
Course Enrollment Regulations
