THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

Graduate Studies Catalog

2021-2022

To view the entire Graduate Catalog online, visit catalog.scranton.edu

UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON

GRADUATE STUDIES CATALOG

2021-2022

Our Mission: The University of Scranton is a Catholic and Jesuit university animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share its way of proceeding. The University is a community dedicated to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share its life. Our Vision: The University of Scranton will be boldly driven by a shared commitment to excellence. We will provide a superior, transformational learning experience, preparing students who, in the words of Jesuit founder St. Ignatius Loyola, will "set the world on fire." Our Institutional Student Learning Outcomes: Graduates of The University of Scranton will move beyond the possession of the intellectual and practical skills that form the basis of professional competence and inspired by The Magis possess the knowledge and ability to address the most significant questions, engaging their colleagues successfully and ethically, and advancing towards positions of leadership in their chosen field of study. Furthermore, our graduates will, through their experience of cura personalis, demonstrate that they are persons of character and women and men for and with others, through their devotion to the spiritual and corporal welfare of other human beings and by their special commitment to the pursuit of social justice and the common good of the entire human community. Upon completion of their program of study, students will be able to:

Develop and use the intellectual and practical competencies that are the foundation of personal and professional development and lifelong learning including oral and written communication, scientific and quantitative reasoning, critical analysis and reasoning, and technological competency and information literacy.

Exhibit broad knowledge of the human condition, understanding the world in its physical and natural aspects, as well as the philosophical and theological basis for modern thought, faith and belief.

Demonstrate competence in their chosen field of study, using the knowledge and ability to address the most significant questions, and advancing towards positions of leadership.

Employ their knowledge and intellect to address situations in a way that demonstrates a devotion to the spiritual and corporal welfare of other human beings and by a special commitment to the pursuit of social justice and the common good of the entire human community.

Corporate Title: The University of Scranton

AUGUST 2021

THE UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON 800 LINDEN ST

SCRANTON, PA 18510 WWW.SCRANTON.EDU

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Table of Contents

ACCREDITATIONS AND LICENSURES.....................................................................................2 MISSION STATEMENT/MEMBERSHIPS OF THE UNIVERSITY.................................................5 ACADEMIC CALENDAR..........................................................................................................7 APPLICATION FOR DEGREE.................................................................................................10 GENERAL INFORMATION....................................................................................................11 GRADUATE PROGRAMS......................................................................................................12 MISSION AND OBJECTIVES .................................................................................................14 ADMISSION AND REGISTRATION ........................................................................................16 ACADEMIC REGULATIONS ..................................................................................................23 RESOURCES ........................................................................................................................45 GRADUATE ASSISTANT INFORMATION...............................................................................48 FINANCIAL AID....................................................................................................................49 SCHEDULE OF REFUNDS .....................................................................................................59 ACCOUNTANCY...................................................................................................................60 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ..............................................................................................64 BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION/HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (MBA/MHA DUAL DEGREE) ......71 BUSINESS ANALYTICS..........................................................................................................78 CHEMISTRY, BIOCHEMISTRY, CLINICAL CHEMISTRY...........................................................80 CLINICAL MENTAL HEALTH, REHABILITATION, SCHOOL COUNSELING...............................85 EDUCATION ......................................................................................................................108 FINANCE ...........................................................................................................................118 HEALTH ADMINISTRATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES.....................................................121 HEALTH INFORMATICS .....................................................................................................133 HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT...............................................................................135 NURSING ..........................................................................................................................137 NURSE ANESTHESIA, DNP.................................................................................................141 OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ................................................................................................148 PHYSICAL THERAPY...........................................................................................................152 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ................................................................................................159 THEOLOGY ........................................................................................................................161 WORLD LANGUAGES AND CULTURES ..............................................................................164 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS ....................................................................................................165 UNIVERSITY ADMINSTRATION..........................................................................................242

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Accreditations and Licensures

The University of Scranton is accredited by The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267)-284-5000. University's current Statement of Accreditation Status (SAS) is available on the website. Information about filing a complaint regarding an MSCHE-accredited institution is available via the Commission's web site.

In addition to this institutional accreditation, many graduate programs hold disciplinary accreditations. The graduate program areas and associated accreditations are listed below.

In addition to accreditations, selected programs are approved by the relevant agency within the State of Pennsylvania. The Master of Science degrees in Secondary Education and Special Education, and the Master of Science degree in School Counseling, are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE). The Family Nurse Practitioner program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

The University of Scranton has been approved by Pennsylvania to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education. As part of Title IV of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (as amended), the University makes available contact information for filing a complaint with individual state agencies. Information about these processes is available on the University's Consumer Information web site.

Doctor of Nursing Practice degree Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) [Nurse Anesthesia

Program]

Doctor of Physical Therapy degree Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)

Master of Health Administration degree Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Management Education (CAHME)

Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

Master of Science degree in School Counseling Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

Master of Science degree in Rehabilitation Counseling Council on Rehabilitation Education (CACREP)

Master of Business Administration degree, Doctor of Business Administration degree The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Master of Science in Nursing degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, Nurse Anesthesia Track Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA)

Master of Science degree in Occupational Therapy Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)

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State Authorization

The University of Scranton has been approved by Pennsylvania to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education.

For professions such as teacher preparation, education, nursing, counseling, occupational therapy and physical therapy, each state approaches licensure and certification in its own way. The University of Scranton's programs are designed to meet the licensure and certification requirements for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The University cannot confirm whether our program requirements meet the professional licensure or certification requirement of the various states. Students should determine whether the program meets requirements for licensure or certification in the state in which they are or wish to be employed. Information regarding licensure/certification for specific states can be found at or .

Professional Licensure

The University of Scranton offers several academic programs that prepare students for professional licensure and certification. States vary in what professions they require to be licensed or certified, the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification, other requirements in addition to educational preparation, and how licensure or certification is acquired and maintained. These requirements may change over time, and changes may impact the program's ability to prepare students to meet state requirements .The University of Scranton's programs are designed to meet the licensure and certification requirements for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The University has not yet determined whether programs meet the educational requirements for professional licensure or certification in other states. Students should review the educational requirements for licensure for any state in which they are or wish to seek employment. More information about Professional Licensure is available on the University's Consumer Information web page. Information regarding licensure/certification for specific states can be found at or .

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