Academics

The College seeks and welcomes learners who demonstrate qualities of scholarship, motivation, and commitment to academic and personal growth. Our philosophy is centered around quality and exceptional learning experiences with an emphasis on collaboration.

We believe that:

• Each learner is unique, adaptable and possesses intrinsic worth. Well-educated students are open-minded, welcome the opinions of others and know how to evaluate information critically and carefully.
• Education cultivates global perspectives, self-awareness, and socially responsible behaviors while empowering people to feel confident in their future careers, relationships, and duties as members of their communities.
• A learner-centered education offers a purposeful and enduring experience, providing opportunities for collaboration, peer development, critical inquiry and discussion, and a clear focus on learner autonomy and responsibility.

Academic Classifications

• Freshman: A student who has earned 0 – 30 credit hours.
• Sophomore: A student who has earned 31 – 60 credit hours.
• Junior: A student who has earned 61 – 90 credit hours.
• Senior: A student who has earned 91+ credit hours.

Student Classifications

Students are classified each semester based on registration as one of the following:

• Full-time student: 12 semester hours or more
• Part-time student:
  • Three-fourths time: 9-11 semester hours
  • Half-time: 6-8 semester hours
  • Less than half-time: 5 or fewer semester hours

The above classifications are acknowledged for financial aid purposes by Federal PELL Grant, Federal Family Education Loans, Veterans Administration, and similar agencies.

At the completion of the program of study, the degree, diploma or certificate credential is awarded by St. Luke’s College of Health Sciences.