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Enrollment Agreement
Admission PolicyMinimum RequirementsGeorge Wythe University will consider applicants who met the following conditions:
ApplicationApplicants to our undergraduate and graduate programs must submit an official application, SAT and/or ACT scores, transcripts, two letters of recommendation, an essay, a creative sample, and an application fee. One week after submitting the application, students should contact GWU to arrange for an academic interview. We accept both SAT (I) and/or ACT for placement purposes. Also an in-depth personal interview will be conducted to evaluate placement. Applicants to our doctoral programs must submit an official application, transcripts from all previous colleges, GRE\LSAT\Millers test scores (if applicable), current resume or vita, personal essay, previous PhD thesis or dissertation (if applicable), and an application fee. One week after submitting the application, students should contact GWU to arrange for an academic interview. Students who are accepted into a degree program and who at any time thereafter fail to enroll in classes for two or more consecutive years must reapply. Readmitted students do not lose previously earned course credit, but they are subject to the current graduation requirements of their program which may have changed and may not include all of the courses a student has previously taken. Please visit our website at www.gw.edu/admissions for complete details about our admissions requirements.
Policies Governing Academic and Administrative Probation and Dismissal
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| Honors | Excellent work that exceeded expectations. | |||
| A | Excellent work that met expectations. | |||
| D/A | Sub-par work that should be redone in an effort to bring up the quality to "A" or "Honors" before assigning credit. | |||
| Pass | Above average work that is acceptable and worth credit if a student chooses not to perfect it or through the DA process. | |||
| Fail | Unacceptable work because it is average or less than average. |
Students are expected to produce A level work. Work that does not meet this standard will be returned to the student with a D/A (Do Again), for the student to rework and resubmit. This process is generally repeated until the paper is A work. In some cases the student may request that the paper be accepted as soon as it is good enough to earn a P (Pass), but this will have an impact on the student's final grade for the course.
Course Grading
All credit recorded on the transcript will adhere to the following format:
| A | Worth 4.0 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| A- | Worth 3.7 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| B+ | Worth 3.3 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| B | Worth 3.0 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| B- | Worth 2.7 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| C+ | Worth 2.3 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| C | Worth 2.0 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| C- | Worth 1.7 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| F |
Worth 0.0 on the standard four point scale. |
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| P | The class did not required a final examination and was graded as Pass/Fail. Worth credit, but does not affect GPA. | |||
| W | The student withdrew from the class with permission, no credit is awarded and it does not affect GPA. | |||
| UW |
The student withdrew from the class without permission, no credit is awarded, and it is worth 0.0 on the standard four point scale. | |||
| I | Incomplete and an agreement to complete the course must be made with the instructor and fulfilled before credit is awarded. Unresolved I grades will be changed to an F after one year. |
Academic Honors
To be eligible for Graduation Honors, an undergraduate student must earn a minimum of 60 credits in residence at George Wythe University; the graduate student minimum is 25 credits including seminars. The three levels of Graduation Honors conferred with a degree are earned by attaining the following:
| Cum Laude: | 3.90 GPA |
| Magna Cum Laude: | 3.90 GPA and Honors on either the Oral Defense or the Thesis |
| Summa Cum Laude: |
3.90 GPA and Honors on both the Oral Defense and the Thesis |
Graduation Committee
The Graduation Committee is made up of faculty members on rotating annual assignments. This Committee is the authority in determining if a student has satisfied all graduation requirements.
Job Placement
No formal job placement system is provided by George Wythe University.
Catalog
The course catalog is available online at www.gw.edu/academics.
Life Experience Credit
George Wythe University does not offer degree program credit based on life experience.
Upon request, George Wythe University will evaluate credit earned towards degree programs at other colleges and universities to see if they meet graduation requirements for a student's George Wythe degree program.
Evaluation of transfer credit is subject to the following policies:
- Transferable credit is evaluated once an applicant has been accepted into a degree program at George Wythe University, not before.
- Students interested in having credit evaluated must request official transcripts from the other institutions to be sent directly to George Wythe as well as a course catalog or syllabi showing the course description and readings.
- In order to satisfy George Wythe degree program requirements a transferred course must be materially equivalent to the George Wythe required course it is satisfying.
- Students in the George Wythe undergraduate degree in Statesmanship may "swap" up to ten (10) credits with elective courses including transfer credits that are not materially equivalent to a George Wythe course.
- Institutional names, credit categories and credit amounts that are transferred to George Wythe University are notated under the heading of Transfer Credit on the student transcript.
- Transfer credit may be accepted in the Bachelors or Master’s program, but cannot be accepted into the Ph.D. program without written authorization from the President of the University.
Students transferring into the BA or MA Political Economy programs must earn a minimum of 20 ST credits at George Wythe. Students transferring into the MA Education program must earn a minimum of 20 ED credits at George Wythe.
Degree Programs and Graduation Requirements
Credit units are determined by semester hours. A semester hour is forty hours of class and study time, or three hours per week for the duration of a semester. Credit requirements for graduation within the Undergraduate, Master’s, and Ph.D. programs are outlined below. Length of program assumes full-time, on-campus enrollment.
Four Year Undergraduate Degree in Statesmanship - 140 credits in the following areas:
| Core Curriculum | 121 | Credits | |
| Foreign Language | 12 | Credits | |
| Field Experience |
4 | Credits | |
| Simulations | 3 | Credits | |
| Comprehensive Oral Examinations |
0 | Credits | |
| Total: | 140 | Credits |
Two year Masters Degree in Political Economy - 45 Credits
| Core Curriculum | 35 | Credits | |
| Elective Coursework | 10 | Credits | |
| Comprehensive Oral Examinations |
0 | Credits | |
| Total: | 45 | Credits |
Two year Masters Degree in Education - 44 Credits
| Core Curriculum | 28 | Credits | |
| Prospectus & Thesis\Project | 16 | Credits | |
| Total: | 44 | Credits |
Four Year Doctoral Degree in Constitutional Law - 74 Credits
| Core Curriculum: Forms | 42 | Credits | |
| Core Curriculum: Statesmanship | 16 | Credits | |
| Dissertation |
16 | Credits | |
| Total: | 74 | Credits |
Cost Information for 2011/2012 Academic Year
On-campus and Off-campus students will be charged the following amounts for tuition per semester for the 2011/2012 and future academic years unless and until revised:
On Campus Tuition
| BA | MA | PhD | |
| Full Time Continuous Enrollment* |
$ 3,150 up to 18 credits |
$ 3,650 up to 10 credits |
$ 4,150 up to 10 credits |
| Full Time Non-continuous Enrollment* |
$ 3,650 up to 18 credits |
$ 4,150 up to 10 credits |
$ 4,650 up to 10 credits |
| Part Time Continuous Enrollment* |
$ 2,100 up to 9 credits |
$ 2,400 up to 2 classes |
$ 2,750 up to 2 classes |
| Part Time Non-continuous Enrollment* | $ 2,350 up to 9 credits |
$ 2,650 up to 2 classes |
$ 3,000 up to 2 classes |
| Class by class |
$ 850 one 2-4 credit class |
$ 1,350 one 2-3 credit class |
$ 1,500 one 2-3 credit class |
Online Tuition
| BA | MA | PhD | |
| Full Time Continuous Enrollment* |
$ 2,150 up to 18 credits |
$ 2,550 up to 10 credits |
$ 3,150 up to 10 credits |
| Full Time Non-continuous Enrollment* |
$ 2,500 up to 18 credits |
$ 2,950 up to 10 credits |
$ 3,550 up to 10 credits |
| Part Time Continuous Enrollment* |
$ 1,250 up to 9 credits |
$ 1,450 up to 2 classes |
$ 1,650 up to 2 classes |
| Part Time Non-continuous Enrollment* | $ 1,500 up to 9 credits |
$ 1,700 up to 2 classes |
$ 1,950 up to 2 classes |
| Class by class |
$ 500 one 2-4 credit class |
$ 780 one 2-4 credit class |
$ 980 one 2-4 credit class |
Extension Courses / Statesmanship Seminar Tuition
| Undergraduate (BA) | $ 600 per course |
| Graduate (MA or Ph.D) | $ 800 per course |
* Standard (Continuous) vs. Non-standard (Non-continuous) Enrollment: All students pay for their first semester upfront and in-full. Standard Enrollment consists of also establishing a payment plan (monthly or by semester) for the next regular semester (Fall or Winter). Non-standard Enrollment consists of having no such intention - or plan. Tuition costs are lowest using Standard Enrollment. For more information, please visit our Enrollment FAQ.
Tuition is due and payable each semester and must be paid by the applicable tuition payment due date. Additional costs may include books, registration fees and/or materials fees and are not included in the cost of tuition. Late fees will be assessed on all students who apply, register or pay tuition later than posted deadlines. All such costs and fees specific to a given program are outlined on the corresponding registration form for that semester. All unpaid tuition balances at the end of the semester are subject to a 1.5% monthly interest charge until paid in full.
Tuition is subject to an annual cost-of-living/inflation increase.
Future Employment Information
As George Wythe University is not an institution of vocational training, it does not provide job placement services, nor does it publish annual graduate employment statistics. Statesmanship requires firsthand knowledge of the core political principles and philosophies upon which governments, communities, businesses, families, and other organizations and societies are founded. Our study program includes a broad liberal arts curriculum covering history, the arts, and philosophy, combined with the discipline of real-world application under the guidance of a committed mentor.
Graduates of George Wythe University have applied this education in many different ways. The following shows what students have gone on to do with their degrees according to a 2006 survey of students who have graduated from the university during the past 15 years.
| 6.5% |
Admin. Private School |
5.0% | Owner Bookstore | |
| 4.5% | Author | 9.5% | Owner For-profit Business | |
| 4.5% | CEO Non-Profit |
1.9% | Owner IT Business | |
| 1.0% | Construction | 8.5% | Owner Private School | |
| 0.5% | Farmer | 1.9% | Pastor | |
| 4.0% | Financial Services |
3.0% |
Professional Speaker | |
| 5.0% | Graduate Student |
4.0% | Professional | |
| 19.5% | Home Maker | 5.0% | Real Estate Investor/Development | |
| 2.5% | Manager | 1.0% | Religious Service | |
| 1.0% | Military | 9.5% | Teacher Private School |
Credit Agreement
I am in agreement with the charges shown and understand that my tuition, applicable fees and other charges assessed in accordance with George Wythe University’s published financial policies are my responsibility and due upon enrollment.
I accept responsibility for any unpaid balance resulting from a returned check or credit card. I understand that I am liable for all charges incurred after the date of this agreement. Failure to pay debt as agreed may result in withdrawal from George Wythe University. If it becomes necessary to enforce payment of this account, attorney’s fees, court costs, and collection agency fees may be added to the amount owed.
George Wythe University retains a security interest in all transcripts, diplomas, certificates, letters of recommendations or grade reports which may not be released until debts are paid in full. I understand that the University may report to any credit bureau on credit granted, and/or any account delinquencies.
I understand that George Wythe University will allow additional expenses to be charged to my student account for convenience such as textbooks and fees. I further understand that any Financial Aid may be automatically applied to these expenses.
I understand that a 1.5% interest charge (18% per annum) may accrue every month or partial month a payment (or my account) is overdue more than 30 days.
I understand that failure to pay for my classes or nonattendance in my classes does not constitute an official withdrawal from my classes or the University.
All fees are disclosed online at www.gw.edu/prospective/tuition/faq.php#fees.
Refund Policy
All enrollments are subject to a three business day cooling-off period, commencing with the day an initial deposit or payment toward tuition and fees of the institution is made, until midnight of the third business day following such date, during which time the contract may be rescinded and all monies paid refunded. Any student who is dismissed or withdraws after the cooling-off period may receive a partial refund according to the schedule below. In all cases, be they during or after the cooling-off period, refunds must be requested in writing and the postmark, fax date or email date of the request shall be construed as the actual request date in determining the appropriate amount of the refund. It is the responsibility of the student to verify that a refund request has been received by the Office of the Registrar.
Important Note for Standard\Continuous Enrolling Students: For students registering using the Standard\Continuous Enrollment method, any payments made towards a pre-registration semester are refundable in-full prior to the first day of class. Such a student would be responsible however, for the difference in the continuous and non-continuous tuition rate for the current semester. For example, consider an on-campus student who registered for Fall (and pre-registered for Winter) on July 18. Both invoices would reflect the $2,950 tuition rate for Continuous students. If that student decides in November that they won't be returning in the Winter after all, then two things occur. First, the July 18 invoice for Fall is changed from the Continuous rate of $2,950 to the Non-Continuous rate of $3,450. The student is liable for the $500 difference. Second, the July 18 invoice for Winter is voided entirely and the student owes nothing for the Winter semester. Any payments made towards Winter will be refunded in full, less any obligation for Fall caused by the change in enrollment status (i.e. the $500 difference). Any refund for the Fall semester would follow the schedule below. Once a student formally registers for a semester (e.g. and changes the original pre-registration invoice to an official registration invoice, selects classes, etc.) then their tuition monies are subject to the table below.
Tuition Refund Schedule
After the cooling-off period, tuition is partially refundable to students who request it in writing. GWU will observe the following schedule for refunding tuition/fees:
| Winter Semester | Fall Semesters | Summer Semester | % of Tuition for Refund |
| Within 3 business day cooling-off period | Within 3 business day cooling-off period | Within 3 business day cooling-off period | 100% |
| After cooling-off through 1/9 | After cooling-off through 9/1 |
After cooling-off through 5/18 |
90% |
| 1/10 through 1/16 | 9/2 through 9/10 | 5/19 through 5/28 | 70% |
| 1/17 through 2/3 |
9/11 through 9/25 | 5/29 through 6/11 | 50% |
| 2/4 through 2/26 |
9/26 through 10/16 | 6/12 through7/6 | 25% |
| 2/27 or later |
10/17 or later | 7/7 or later | No Refund |
University Status
REGISTERED UNDER THE UTAH POST SECONDARY PROPRIETARY SCHOOL ACT (Title 13, Chapter 34, Utah Code)
Registration under the Utah Postsecondary Proprietary School Act does not mean that the State of Utah supervises, recommends, nor accredits the institution. It is the student’s responsibility to determine whether credits, degrees, or certificates from the university will transfer to other institutions or meet employers’ training requirements. This may be done by calling the prospective school or employer.
Accreditation
This institution is not accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education.
Letter of Credit
Pursuant to U.C.A § 13-34-108 the university has filed a letter of credit with the Utah Department of Commerce.
Facilities
George Wythe University is located at 970 South Sage Drive in Cedar City, Utah, 84720.
Degree Programs
The degree programs offered by the university are described in detail on the university website, www.gw.edu.
Financial Aid
Detailed information about financial aid opportunities offered by the university is available on the university website at www.gw.edu/aid.
Non-discrimination Policy
George Wythe University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state or federal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of students in its programs and activities, or in employment and application for employment. Furthermore, University policy includes prohibitions of harassment of students and employees, i.e., racial harassment, sexual harassment, and retaliation for filing complaints of discrimination.
Student Agreement
I have read and understand all aspects of this agreement and do recognize my legal responsibilities in regard to this agreement.
Veteran Student Addendum
Programs at George Wythe University are approved by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Education (SAA) for eligible students to receive education benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Students who enroll to receive these benefits are not only required to abide by the policies and rules of the school, but also by the rules and regulations set forth by the SAA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. In some cases, where these regulations may vary, students who wish to remain eligible for education benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs must maintain standards established by the SAA.
Please read this Addendum carefully and sign and date the bottom of the form. Your signature indicates that you understand that in order to maintain eligibility for VA education benefits, you must adhere to the following policies:
1. Satisfactory Progress
You must make satisfactory progress toward completion of the program in which you are enrolled to continue receiving veterans’ benefits. Satisfactory progress is the ongoing demonstration that you are completing training at a rate that will allow you to graduate within the approved length of the program. Progress will be monitored by your instructors and will be verified by the school’s VA Certifying Official.
The VA will only pay for standard hours in the approved program of study. In order for you to complete your training within the standard time, your progress must be measured at a level in keeping with school policy. If your progress is not satisfactory in any school measured portion of the program, you will be notified to such and placed on probation for 30 days, at which time your progress will again be evaluated. If satisfactory improvement is not made by the end of this probationary period, your benefits will be terminated. (You may, however be able to continue your training in accordance with school policy.) Note: Once you have completed the standard hours in this program, your benefits will cease. This is true regardless of your remaining educational benefit entitlement. To use the remaining entitlement, you would have to enroll in a new program.
2. Attendance
Good attendance is critical to successful completion of the program. You must maintain at least a 90% attendance rate to continue receiving VA benefits. If you miss more than 10% of your time in a given period or term, you will be placed on probation for the following period/term. If you miss more than 10% during the probationary period, your VA educational benefits will be terminated.
You may be re-certified for VA educational benefits after consulting with the school’s VA Certifying Official, once the cause for unsatisfactory progress has been removed, attendance becomes satisfactory, and it is determined that the program is suitable to your aptitude, interests, and abilities. Official school holidays or breaks are not considered days of absence, but tardiness or class-cuts may accumulate to constitute 10% in accordance with school policy.
3. Leaves of Absence
Students receiving VA educational benefits may take a school approved Leave of Absence, but this will interrupt VA educational benefits during the leave. The leave of absence will be reported to the VA as a termination. When you return from the leave, the school may again certify you for VA educational benefits, giving you credit for all hours completed prior to the leave.
4. Program Completion
Your VA educational benefits expire on the earliest of either the date you reach the total hours approved for your program, or on the date you complete or terminate your enrollment in the program. When you complete your program, please notify the school’s VA Certifying Official as soon as possible so that the VA can be informed within 30 days.
I have read this Catalog Addendum and understand that I am required to comply with all policies and rules of the school, as well as those of the Utah SAA and the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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