Catalog 2015-2016 - Online and On-ground 8-week Program Catalog

Apr 18, 2024

Catalog 2015-2016 - Online and On-ground 8-week Program Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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Undergraduate Admissions Information

Applications may be completed online at www.alliant.edu/admissions/apply-now.php or obtained by contacting either of these campuses:

Alliant International University
10455 Pomerado Road
San Diego, CA 92131-1799

T: (866) U-ALLIANT
F: (858) 635-4555
E-mail: admissions@alliant.edu

Alliant International University - Mexico
Hamburgo #115, Colonia Juarez
Mexico City, Mexico C.P. 06600

E-mail: admissions@alliantmexico.edu

All applicants are expected to satisfy procedures and criteria for admission to Alliant and to submit acceptable certified documents, which verify that they have satisfactorily completed all admission requirements. Students who meet all requirements will be considered for acceptance to the University.

As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.

Deadlines for Applications

The Admissions Processing Center and the respective Offices of Admissions process applications for admission on a year-round basis.

All applicants must complete the Application for Admission and submit it to:

Admissions Processing Center
10455 Pomerado Road
San Diego, CA 92131-1799

T: (866) U-ALLIANT
F: (858) 635-4555
Email: admissions@alliant.edu

International Students should apply through the online application process. Access the online application at: http://www.alliant.edu/admissions/apply-application.php

Fees

There is an application fee for undergraduate programs, which is non-refundable.

Transcripts

All applicants must have all previously attended colleges send official transcripts directly to the Alliant Admissions Processing Center. Student grade reports are not accepted in lieu of a transcript. Mailed or hand delivered sealed records that are addressed to the Alliant Admissions Processing Center should bear the official seal or certification and an appropriate signature from the issuing institution. Transcripts (records of studies) issued in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified English translation together with a copy of the record(s) from which the translation was made. Academic records from non-American system institutions need to be evaluated through a NACES member evaluator. Documents submitted to the University in support of a student’s application become the property of the University. The documents cannot be returned or forwarded. Moreover, students needing copies of transcripts submitted from other schools attended must request these from the original schools. Copies will not be provided by Alliant.

Financial Guarantee Request for International Applicants

International applicants to Alliant’s programs in the United States are required to provide evidence of financial support for their studies. International applicants must file the original International Student Financial Certification Form provided with the application packet. This financial guarantee form must be signed by the sponsor, if applicable, and certified by a bank official. A bank statement is also required from all parties who are sponsoring the student. This should be submitted with the application packet.

U.S. immigration law prohibits waiver of the financial guarantee. The financial guarantee certifies that sufficient funds are available for a student (and dependents) for study at the University for at least one academic year; and, barring unforeseen circumstances, adequate funding will be available from the same or equally dependable sources for subsequent years for the full course of study. Without this certified information, the I-20 form or DS-2019 (formerly known as IAP-66 form) cannot be issued. The financial guarantee must be current within twelve months of the student’s start date at the University. Students must also submit copies of their valid passports.

English Language Proficiency

All courses taught in the US, except those which are for learning an additional language, are offered in English. Academic performance at Alliant may reveal the necessity for further English language study by a student.

Student Exempt from English Language Test Requirement

Student provides evidence qualifying exemption by:

Student whose first language is English
Student is a citizen of an English speaking country
Student has graduated from a US accredited university
Students has graduated from a US High School
Students whose transcript stipulates that the language of instruction for their school/program was English.

Student Meets English Proficiency Requirements for Enrollment in Degree Courses

English is the official language of student’s home country
Student graduated from U.S. university with AA, AS, BA, BS, MA, or MS degree
Transfer with Freshman Composition grade of B or higher from a U.S. college or university
Minimum TOEFL score require for all programs (except TESOL program): 75 Internet-based test, 6.0 IELTS score or 50 PTE

Alliant reserves the right to require a student to take additional English instruction as demonstrated by his/her academic performance.

Student Does NOT meet English Proficiency Requirements for Enrollment in Degree Courses

Students who meet all other admissions requirements but do not meet the English Proficiency requirement for acceptance into their degree program of choice have an option to enroll in Alliant International Universities ESOL program.

While not for the beginning English speaker, students achieving a minimum overall TOEFL 45 IBT, IELTS 5.0, or PTE 36 may enroll in the ESOL program. Students who are granted conditional admission without meeting English proficiency will remain in the ESL program until they complete Level 5. This may take 12 months or longer depending on the student’s proficiency at the time of arrival at Alliant. An Admissions Counselor will assist the student with this process.

Based on the results of the Alliant English Placement Test (EPT), students may be required to take one or more prerequisite, non-degree credit ESL courses for one or more semesters. Students at the highest level of ESL courses will be allowed to enroll concurrently in academic degree courses upon approval of the ILEC director and the student’s academic advisor. Academic performance at Alliant may reveal the necessity for further English language study by a student. The University reserves the right to make the final determination of a student’s English proficiency level in all cases.

English Language Test requirements may vary by school and are listed under the school section of the catalog.

Immunizations

The University is committed to protecting the health and well-being of all our students. All students must meet a specific immunization requirement. If you have graduated from a California public high school, you may have already met this requirement. To meet this requirement, you may bring a completed immunization record form or send medical documentation or laboratory evidence as proof of immunity to the Director of Campus Services (to the Health Center for San Diego) after admission to the University. In addition to the immunizations required for all students, in order to reside in an on-campus housing facility students must have an immunization for Neisseria Meningitis.

Entities exempted from this policy are: Students only taking classes on line. For immunization requirements please visit: http://consumerinfo.alliant.edu.

Grade Point Average (GPA)

The minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement for undergraduate admission to Alliant is a cumulative 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Examinations

International applicants must submit official results of the college entrance exam used in the applicant’s home country’s educational system. Applicants from countries that do not have postsecondary entrance requirements/exams are exempt from this requirement.

Placement Tests

Placement tests in English and mathematics are required for all entering undergraduate students who have not met the English or mathematics requirements for their degree. If a passing grade is not attained, registration for ENG0999 and/or MTH0999 is required.

Credit by Examination

A maximum of 27 units of examination credit from all sources will be accepted by the University. The last 30 units of course requirements may not be fulfilled by examination.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

Alliant recognizes the academic challenge and motivation inherent in the International Baccalaureate Program. Such a program, satisfactorily completed, will be favorably considered in admissions decisions to Alliant. In addition, Alliant awards a student at least 3 credits for a score of 5, 6, 7 on a Standard level exam and at least 3 credits for a score of 4, 5, 6, 7 on a higher level exam. Where applicable, these units will be applied to the lower division academic requirements.

Advanced Placement Tests (AP)

Any student who has taken the College Entrance Examination Board Advanced Placement Tests in a secondary school or high school and who has earned satisfactory scores (three or higher) can be credited with up to 27 units of coursework and/or be placed in advanced courses. Advanced Placement Test Equivalents may be found in a chart on the last page of the Course Equivalents section of the catalog.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

Satisfactory scores on the General and Subject Examinations of the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) may entitle a student to receive up to 27 units of academic credit. The Academic Advisor can provide detailed information on the tests available, fee schedules, and testing dates. For a listing of CLEP equivalents at Alliant, see the page of Course Equivalents. Scores should be sent to the Admissions Processing Center for evaluation.

Auditing Courses

Applicants, who wish to take academic courses, but not receive credit, may audit courses. Applicants who wish to audit classes must:

Complete the Course Audit Application
Pay application fees
Obtain written permission from the program where the course is requested to be taken
Receive an acceptance notification from the Office of Admissions before attending classes
Complete regular registration procedures (see registration section for further details)
Pay audit fees and any additional fees

Applicants Who Are U.S. Veterans

Please see the Military and Veterans Affairs section for more information.

Applicants for Re-Admission

Students who are not in continuous enrollment must apply for re-admission through the Office of Admissions. Continuous enrollment is defined as being officially registered and pursuing an academic program for two semesters, not including summer. Students who have not enrolled for two consecutive semesters must apply for re-admission unless they have obtained an approved academic absence. Students must submit a Re-Admission application, an application fee (see Expenses and Financial Aid for program fee schedule), and any new transcripts from schools attended since last enrolled at Alliant. Veterans returning from active duty are guaranteed readmission subject to specific conditions (see the Military and Veterans Affairs section for more information).

Students who are re-admitted will be treated as new students and their transcripts will be evaluated by the dean, academic department or designee based on current curriculum and admission requirements.

Returning Alliant Graduates

Students who complete a degree, credential, or certificate program at Alliant and wish to be considered for another program must submit an appropriate application to the Admissions Processing Center and a non-refundable application-processing fee. All such applicants are expected to meet all admission requirements for the new degree program.

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

First-Year Admission

Applicants from Secondary Schools or High Schools

The minimum high school Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement for undergraduate admission to Alliant is a cumulative 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.

Secondary/High School Graduaton and Equivalents

High school graduation is required for admission to Alliant. Alliant recognizes two equivalent ways of meeting the graduation requirement: General Educational Development (GED) certificate (applicant must have a minimum score of 410 on each of the five sections and an overall score of 450 or higher) or State High School Proficiency Examination (applicant must pass this examination). Alliant does not currently accept ability-to-benefit students.

Admissions Policy for Home-Schooled Students

Applications for Alliant International University’s degree programs are welcome from home-schooled students. All students who seek admission to Alliant from a home schooling program must supply the following:

Certification of completion of a home schooling program, if available, or documentation of all coursework completed.
Certificate or diploma from either a:

Home School Agency,
State Department of Education,
Local school district, or
Regional Superintendent of Schools

Literature (if applicable) describing the affiliated home school agency.
Students may be interviewed by an Admissions staff member.

Transfer Admission

Undergraduate students transferring to Alliant from approved institutions may meet some or all of the General Education requirements by presenting credit earned from transferable courses (defined below).

Official evaluation of undergraduate transfer credit is under the authority of the dean in consultation with the Office of Admissions.

Pursuant to guidelines from the Department of Education, a student may now self-certify that he/she has received a High School diploma or GED prior to attending a postsecondary institution. As stipulated in the regulations, if a student indicates on the FAFSA that he/she has a diploma or GED, Alliant International University is not required to have a copy of the diploma or GED as a condition of admissions. In the case of conflict of information, the University’s admissions office may determine that formal high school transcripts are required for admissions. Thus, the burden of proof is on the student to furnish official copies if requested by the admissions office as a condition of admissions. For students transferring credits from a previous educational institution, documentation that the student was enrolled and thus will transfer college credit is sufficient evidence for admission to Alliant International University. Degree requirements are determined by combining the transfer credits allowed and the academic work required to be successfully completed at Alliant. Students can request a copy of the transfer evaluation from the Office of Admissions or Academic Affairs staff.

Transfer evaluation will be based on higher education work completed in which grades of C or better were earned.

Transfer Credit Limits

A maximum of 90 semester units of credit earned may be accepted for transfer from recognized undergraduate institutions. The final 30 units toward a degree must be completed at Alliant to comply with residency requirements.

Once a student has matriculated at Alliant, any further transfer credits must have prior approval of the dean or designee.

In general, courses taken more than seven years prior to the start of term for which the student is applying are not eligible for waiver or transfer. However, some exceptions may be possible for courses taken in certain content areas. Applicants may petition for an exception by completing and filing an “Exception of an Academic Policy” form with their academic advisor. All exceptions must be approved by the program director (or equivalent) in the appropriate school at the time of admission to Alliant. In making the decision to grant an exception, the program director (or equivalent) will consider such factors as the degree to which the course content or field of study has changed substantively in recent years as well as the applicant’s level of mastery of current course objectives. In addition, individual programs may offer options for demonstrating competency in courses which were taken more than seven years prior to application. Academic advisors will be able to provide details about this option.

Transfer Credit

Please see the Academic Policies section for more information.

Articulation Agreements

Articulation agreements usually provide a simplified, guaranteed transfer process for transfer students. The agreement outlines specific courses and letter grades completed at the community college that will transfer to the university.

Alliant International University currently has articulation agreements with the following institutions:

American River College
Cabrillo College
Chaffey College
City College of San Francisco
College of the Desert
College of the Sequoias
Cosumnes River College
Cuyamaca College
Diablo Valley College
De Anza College
El Camino College
Fresno City College
Grossmont College
Imperial Valley College
Ivy Bridge College
Marymount College
MiraCosta College
Mt. San Antonio College
Mt. San Jacinto College
Palomar College
Saddleback College
San Diego City College
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego Miramar College
Santa Monica College
Sierra College
Southwestern College

The most current list of articulation agreements can be found at http://www.alliant.edu/about-alliant/consumer-information-heoa/articulation-agreements.php

Transfer Students with Associate’s Degrees from California Accredited Institutions

Transfer students who have attained an associate’s degree from an accredited institution in California will be considered to have satisfied the University’s lower division requirements and will be accepted with junior standing with the following provisos

1. The Associates degree must include an equivalent of 60 credits

2. For those students with Associates degree and more than 60 earned credits, an evaluation will be done to identify which courses will transfer

3. For major specific pre-requisites, an evaluation will be done to determine which courses will be acceptable

4. Students from out-of-state institutions without an articulation agreement will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

Correspondence and Extension Courses

Alliant does not offer correspondence courses and does not accept credit for such courses.

Undergraduate university-level extension courses completed at a regionally accredited institution of higher education can be considered for transfer credits at Alliant. The extension course must be similar in content to a regular course offered at the transferring institution and at Alliant. The student must have received a grade of “C” or better in the course. No more than 20 semester units of extension credit may be applied toward the undergraduate degree requirements at Alliant. Acceptance for extension courses are taken on a case by case basis.

Military Course Credit

Please see the Military and Veterans Affairs section for more information.

Variant Courses

Vocational or technical courses, remedial high school courses and other courses below collegiate level are not accepted at Alliant as transfer credits even if the courses were completed at an accredited institution of higher education.

Review Process

Applications and additional documents are reviewed by the Office of Admissions for completeness. The Office of Admissions reviews all applications and determines which candidates will be admitted.

Admission Status

An application will automatically be refused without further recourse if any fraudulent, altered, or forged documents or information are submitted. Students who meet all requirements will be considered for admission to the University but are not guaranteed admission. The Office of Admissions may rescind an offer of admission to applicants who do not abide by the standards of the Alliant Undergraduate Student Handbook, or if it is determined that application information is fraudulent, misleading or incorrect. There is no appeal process for admissions decisions. All Alliant admissions decisions are FINAL.

Conditional Admission

Applicants who have not submitted all of the required documents may be admitted on a conditional basis in some instances. Conditionally admitted students must present the required documents within the first term of study. Failure to do so will prohibit further registration and eligibility for financial aid. International students cannot be admitted on conditional status.

Acceptance Documents

An applicant admitted to Alliant must sign and return all required documents as specified by the school or program to hold a place in the class.

As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review and sign the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement.

A student who decides not to accept an offer of admission from an Alliant location is urged to notify the location in writing as soon as possible so that his or her place can be offered to another applicant.

Special Status/Non-Degree Applicants

Students who do not intend to earn a degree at Alliant, or who have not yet fulfilled necessary requirements for admission into a degree program, may apply to be Special Status/Non-Degree students. A student who is classified as Special Status/Non-Degree need not necessarily meet the admission requirements for a degree program, but may be requested to submit supporting documentation.

From this admission status a student may apply for full admission to the University through the regular admission process. If the student becomes a degree-seeking student, a maximum of 12 semester units (undergraduate) earned while in the Special Status/Non-Degree category may be applied toward a degree program.

Special Status/Non-Degree students are not eligible for financial aid. In cases where class space is limited, degree-seeking students will have enrollment priority.

An I-20 will not be issued to international students for the Special Status/Non-Degree category.

Graduate Admissions Information

Applications may be completed online at http://www.alliant.edu/admissions/apply-now.php or obtained by contacting admissions@alliant.edu or by calling (866) U-ALLIANT or visiting any one of the following locations:

Fresno
5130 East Clinton Way
Fresno, CA 93727-2014
T: 559.456.2777 x2255

Irvine
Jamboree Business Center
2855 Michelle Drive, Suite 300
Irvine, CA 92606
T: 949.833.2651

Los Angeles
1000 South Fremont Avenue, Unit 5
Alhambra, CA 91803
T: 626.284.2777

Sacramento
2030 W. El Camino Ave., Suite 200
Sacramento, CA 95833
T: 916.565.2955

San Diego
10455 Pomerado Road
San Diego, CA 92131-1799
T: 1 (866) U-ALLIANT

San Francisco /Main Campus
One Beach Street, Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94133-1221
T: 415.955.2100

San Francisco Law School
20 Haight Street
San Francisco, CA 94102-5802
T: 415.626.5550

Mexico City
Hamburgo #115, Colonia Juarez
Mexico City, Mexico C.P. 06600
E-mail: admissions@alliantmexico.edu

All applicants must complete the Application for Admission and submit it to:

Admissions Processing Center
10455 Pomerado Road
San Diego, CA 92131-1799
T: 1 (866) U-ALLIANT
F: 858.635.4555
E-mail: admissions@alliant.edu

All graduate applicants must satisfy procedures and criteria for admission to Alliant and must submit acceptable certified documents, which verify that they have satisfactorily completed all admission requirements. Students who meet all requirements will be considered for graduate admission to the University but are not guaranteed admission. The Office of Admissions may refuse admission or rescind an offer of admission to applicants who do not abide by the standards of the Graduate Student Handbook or if it is determined that application information is fraudulent, misleading or incorrect.

If Alliant become aware of any arrest(s) and/or convictions(s) on the record of a student (excluding traffic violations) who is seeking a training placement, the Office of Professional Training (OPT) staff, agent or representative will inform the training site of the arrest(s) and/conviction(s). Arrest(s) and/or conviction(s), dependent upon severity and nature, may compromise Alliant International University’s ability to place the student at the prospective - or alternative - training site and may compromise the student’s ability to obtain training hours necessary for the completion of academic requirements. Alliant International University has no authority nor bears any responsibility for ensuring placement at training sites for students with arrest(s) and/or conviction(s).

The University’s admissions criteria vary from program to program and are designed to measure the qualities and capabilities required of a professional in the field to which the student is applying as reflected in an applicant’s academic ability, academic preparation, and other personal and non-academic factors.

In addition to the School supplementary requirements for the program, the following are University-wide graduate admission requirements:

Official transcripts of all college work taken (degrees and dates awarded must be posted)
Submission of a personal narrative
Recommendations
Supplementary materials required by the program, may include, but are not limited to: essay or statement of purpose, resume, program specific application supplement, GPA calculation, assessment instruments (e.g., GRE, MAT, PRAXIS, MSAT), work samples and descriptions, and course descriptions.
An earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution or its international equivalent prior to entry to Alliant
Proof of graduation from secondary/high school or signed attestation on the Alliant application form or its equivalent (including month and year)

Documents submitted to the University in support of a student’s application become the property of the University. The documents cannot be returned or forwarded. Moreover, students needing copies of transcripts submitted from other schools attended must request these from the original schools. Copies will not be provided by Alliant.

Advancement through an Alliant graduate program is based on demonstrated competencies. Thus, with respect to doctoral programs, admission does not constitute admission to doctoral candidacy. Students are evaluated by the faculty for advancement to the next year level at the end of the second year and at the completion of pre-candidacy requirements for those who have entered with credit for previous graduate work.

Immunizations

Entities exempted from this policy are: Students only taking classes on line. For immunization requirements please visit: http://consumerinfo.alliant.edu.

Conditional Admission

Applicants who have not submitted all of the required documents may be admitted on a conditional basis in some instances. Conditionally admitted graduate students must present the required documents within the first session of study. Failure to do so will prohibit further registration and eligibility for financial aid. International students cannot be admitted on conditional status.

Transfer Credit

Please see the Academic Policies section for more information.

Special Status/Non-Degree Applicants

An applicant seeking part-time, non-degree study should contact the Office of Admissions at the appropriate location for a Special Status Application form. Information about registration procedures is available from the Registrar’s Office. Many advanced doctoral level courses, including field placement, seminar and dissertation experiences are not available to part-time, non-degree students.

A student who is classified as Special Status/Non-Degree need not necessarily meet the admission requirements for a degree program, but may be requested to submit supporting documentation.

From this admission status a student may apply for full admission to the University through the regular admission process. If the student becomes a degree-seeking student, a maximum of 9 semester units of work earned while in the Special Status/Non-Degree category may be applied toward a degree program.

Special Status/Non-Degree students are not eligible for financial aid. In cases in which class space is limited, degree-seeking students will have enrollment priority. Some courses are not permitted to be taken by any Special Status/Non-Degree students.

Application Timelines

Applications are received and reviewed almost year-round. The University encourages applicants to submit applications as early as possible.

Check the admissions application or contact the Admissions Processing Center directly at admissions@alliant.edu or call 866-U-ALLIANT for the latest information on deadlines and timelines for each program.

All applications, supporting documents and fees must be postmarked by the appropriate deadline and mailed with the appropriate application fee to the Admissions Processing Center at 10455 Pomerado Road, San Diego CA 92131.

Campus and Program Choice

Application must be made using the appropriate Alliant application form and any supplemental forms required by the School for that program. Applicants may only apply to one program on one campus at a time. However, applicants are able to choose other campuses with the same program to which they would like to apply if they are not admitted to their first-choice campus.

Multi-location applications within a specialty are made on a single application form. A multi-location applicant is considered for admission at the locations in the order of priority preference indicated on the application form. An applicant not admitted to a higher-choice location is then considered by the next choice location and so on. A multi-location applicant admitted to one location is not considered for admission at subsequent, lower-choice locations. A multi-location applicant may at any time forfeit consideration at one location and have the application forwarded to the next lower choice. However, having once forfeited consideration at a location, the applicant cannot be reconsidered there in the same year for that specific program.

Interviews

An interview for those applicants who are finalists in the admissions process is required for most graduate programs. Interviews for invited finalists are held beginning in January. Programs may be unable to review any applicant who cannot keep an interview appointment. Interviews may take place individually or in a group format. The interviewers may be Alliant faculty, administrators, students, or alumni.

Fees

Application fees can be located on the University website at www.alliant.edu.

The application fee is non-refundable, unless, at the time Alliant receives a late application, a location has already filled its entering class and is unable to consider the application. (See the Expenses and Financial Aid section of this catalog for a complete listing of fees.)

Acceptance Documents

An applicant admitted to Alliant must sign and return all required documents as specified by the school or program to hold a place in the class.

Review Process

Applications and additional documents are reviewed for completeness by the Admissions Processing Center and then sent to the Office of Admissions at the applicant’s first-choice location. There, the designated faculty member(s) or review committee examine all applications and decide which of those candidates who meet the academic entry requirements should be interviewed. Final admissions decisions are made after the results of the interviews (if required) have been reviewed.

Notification of Decisions

Applicants to master’s programs or those with other deadlines should receive notification regarding admission within six weeks of submitting their complete applications.

All Alliant locations adhere to a resolution adopted by the Council of Graduate Schools and supported by APA, COGDOP and NCSPP protecting applicants against premature decisions. The reasons for an admission decision on an application are not shared with the applicant.

There is no appeal process for graduate admissions decisions. All Alliant admissions decisions are FINAL.

Deferred Admission

Admission is normally granted only for the current year. However, under special, documented circumstances, admitted students may be granted a one-year deferment. Petitions should be directed to the Office of Admissions and must be received by June 1. Those granted deferment must submit the matriculation fee upon deferral. Deferrals are not automatically granted.

Final Documents

The Acceptance Agreement, which accompanies the letter of admission, states any entry requirements that must still be met before being fully admitted that the student has not met. An applicant admitted to Alliant must sign and return the Acceptance Agreement to hold a place in the class.

The Acceptance Agreement are due two weeks after the date of the letter of notification. If a response is not received by the date specified, the place will be offered to another applicant.

An admitted student is expected to maintain the standard of academic performance upon which admission was based during the time between acceptance and enrollment. Official transcripts of all work completed between acceptance and enrollment must be furnished to Alliant prior to fall registration in order for the student to enroll. Required degrees in progress at the time of application must be conferred prior to enrollment at Alliant and Alliant must receive an official transcript verifying degree conferral.

Applicants Who Are U.S. Veterans

Military students must satisfy the same admission requirements as all other applicants.

Veteran’s Readmission Policy

Please see the Military and Veterans section for more information regarding the readmission policy.

Reapplication

To reapply, a previous applicant must submit a new application form and essay (if applicable). Transcripts, course descriptions, letters of recommendation and supervisor’s verification forms are generally kept on file for one year and may not need to be resubmitted by applicants reapplying for entry to the same program to which they previously applied. However, official transcripts of any additional coursework must be sent. Applicants from earlier years must submit all new materials. All previous applicants are considered for admission only on the basis of their new applications.

Applicants may attempt to gain admission to Alliant three times. They may apply in three separate years, to three separate specialties or degree programs, or a combination. Alliant will not accept further applications from individuals who fail to gain admittance after three attempts.

English Language Proficiency

Any graduate applicant who has not been residing in the U.S. or an English-speaking country since the age of 13 must submit results of an approved English Language Test, even if the applicant is now a United States citizen or permanent resident. The following are requirements for English Proficiency:

Students whose native language is not English or who have not earned an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited U.S. higher education institution are required to show English proficiency by taking the TOEFL, IELTS or PTE. Alliant International University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 75 for the Internet based test or an ILETS score of 6.5 for all programs except TESOL. The TESOL master’s Program requires minimum scores of 80 internet based test for masters and 83 for EdD. Please call 1-866-U-ALLIANT or check the admissions section of our website, www.alliant.edu/admissions. You may contact TOEFL directly at www.toefl.org, to request an official score report; Alliant’s TOEFL code is 4039.

Some academic programs may allow students who do not fully meet the English proficiency criteria to be enrolled in one or more degree courses. Please check with the specific academic program of interest to determine if this option is available.

Please note that academic performance at Alliant may reveal the necessity for further English language study by any student. The University reserves the right to make the final determination of a student’s English proficiency in all cases.

All courses taught in the US, except those which are for learning an additional language, are offered in English.

International Students

Alliant welcomes applications from international students whose academic work and English proficiency are of the highest levels. While an admissions decision may be made on a copy of your scanned or emailed official transcripts, International students must submit official, translated transcripts upon arrival at your Alliant University campus, during your check in with the International Student Services Office, or during new student orientation. Failure to submit your official transcripts for verification will prohibit further registration for courses at Alliant University. Because academic degrees and coursework must be equivalent to those earned in the United States, international students must submit results from an educational credential evaluation service agency.

International applicants to Alliant graduate programs in the United States are required to provide evidence of financial support for their studies. International applicants must file the original International Student Financial Certification Form, which is provided with the application packet. This financial guarantee must be signed by the sponsor, if applicable, and certified by a bank official. A bank statement is also requested. These materials should be submitted with the application packet.

U.S. immigration law prohibits waiver of the financial guarantee. The financial guarantee certifies that sufficient funds are available for a student (and dependents if applicable) for study at the University for at least one academic year; and, barring unforeseen circumstances, that adequate funding will be available from the same or equally dependable sources for subsequent years for the full course of study. Without this certified information, the I-20 form or IAP-66 form cannot be issued. The financial guarantee must be current within one year of the student’s start date at the University. Students must also submit copies of their valid passports.

As part of the Admissions process, a $2,500 USD Tuition Deposit is required prior issuing an I-20. The tuition deposit will be applied in full to the first term/semester tuition. In the event that the visa application is denied or that plans change and the student will not be attending Alliant International University at the agreed upon start date, the student may request a full refund, in US currency, by sending an email to Student Business Services at:sbs@alliant.edu with the reason for the request.

International students who will be taking online courses from outside the United States with the intent to remain outside the United States during their studies, are not required to obtain a visa. International students may apply for part-time or full-time studies and will not be allowed to take any of these classes in the United States.

International students who intend to enter the United States while taking online courses or to take classes on campus, will need to obtain an F-1 Student Visa for entry into the United States and course requirements may change depending on applicable immigration rules and regulations. International students are required to immediately notify Alliant of any change in immigration and/or residency status so that the appropriate steps can be taken to ensure compliance with immigration requirements.

Alliant International University is approved to enroll non-immigrant students. (F-1 student visa, and J-1). Alliant does not charge any of these fees to the students. Alliant does not provide visa services to international students or vouch for student immigration status.

Students must be enrolled full-time to meet the F-1 visa full-time requirements. Students are required to enroll in two sessions at a time in order to meet the F-1 visa full-time requirements. For undergraduate students, this means 12 or more units must be completed over two sessions. Graduate students must complete 8 or more units over two sessions.

Please Note: International applicants must submit application materials via regular postal service or express mail by the postmarked deadlines. However, because individuals living outside the United States often experience difficulty with application materials arriving in a timely manner, international applicants who have received a postcard requesting missing documents may fax those materials to the Admissions Processing Center at (858) 635-4555. Applicants must still submit original materials, as faxed materials are not considered official documents. Alliant also requests that international applicants who have a fax number submit that number with their application in the event that Alliant may need to contact the applicant quickly. Alliant also strongly urges international applicants to have an e-mail address available for use during the admissions process, since this expedites communication.

Entities exempted from this policy are: Students only taking classes on line. For immunization requirements please visit: http://consumerinfo.alliant.edu.

Registration

Students may only register for courses when they are officially admitted to the University. Students should register for all courses by the registration deadline, regardless of when the courses actually start within the term.

Students will not receive credit for any course in which they are not officially registered. Except in unusual circumstances, registration after the second week of classes will not be permitted. Students may not attend any class in which they are not officially enrolled.

Registration must be completed by the student or his/her legal agent. Registration procedures must be completed in order for students to be considered officially enrolled.

Registration Dates

Information on registration dates is available from the Registrar’s Office and on the website. Transfer and returning students are urged to schedule an appointment with an academic advisor, if advisors are assigned for their program, prior to registration. The deadline for registration is three (3) weeks prior to the beginning of classes and is posted in the official Academic Calendar New students are expected to attend orientation for registration procedures. The dates for orientation are published in the Academic Calendar .

Course Loads

At the undergraduate level, a full-time course load is 12 units per two 8-week sessions. Students who attempt less than the normal load risk a delay in the completion of their degree requirements.

Acceleration and/or a course load in excess of the normal undergraduate load must be approved by the appropriate academic dean, or designee. Except in unusual circumstances, a 3.2 (undergraduate) cumulative grade point average is required before a student is permitted to enroll for units of credit which exceed the normal load. No more than eighteen units can be attempted by an undergraduate student in any one semester.

At the graduate level, the minimum course load for a graduate student to be considered full-time is 8 units per two 8-week session except as noted below. Graduate students enrolled in dissertation courses BUS 9950, BUS 9960, BUS 9970, BUS 9980, BUS 9981, BUS 9982 or BUS 9983 are considered to be full-time. After the completion of required coursework, graduate students enrolled in dissertation/project courses in the 9900 and above range, with the exclusion of 9940 are considered full-time. For half-time students, the minimum course load is normally 5 units.

Acceleration and/or a course load in excess of the normal graduate load must be approved by the appropriate academic dean or program director. Some programs have maximum unit loads allowable per term. Students should contact their School for information on the maximum course loads allowable per term for their programs. For additional information on course loads and how they impact financial aid, please see the Expenses and Financial Aid section of the catalog.

Repeated Courses

Students may repeat courses in order to improve their academic record. All grades earned at Alliant will remain on the student’s transcript and the higher grade earned when students repeat a course will be used to compute the grade point average. The record for any repeated course will show the original grade accompanied by a notation signifying that the repeated course is shown elsewhere on the transcript. In all instances, the same structured class must be completed. Repeated courses may not be taken by Independent Study or be taken on a Credit/No Credit basis. Courses must be repeated at Alliant. If a transferred course is repeated at Alliant, only the Alliant grade appears on the transcript.

A maximum of four courses may be repeated. No course may be taken more than twice (the original registration and one subsequent registration) without approval from the dean.

Dropping and Adding Courses

The add/drop period for each term (which includes the period in which to change from credit to auditing status) is published in the official Academic Calendar.

Students unsure of the process for adding a course to their schedules should confer with their academic advisor or the Registrar’s Office. Most continuing students may add courses online although they may also complete the appropriate form to be added to a class. Students who turn in an add form are not considered officially registered for any course until the paperwork has been completely processed.

Students who wish to drop courses from their schedules must follow the procedures outlined by the Registrar’s Office. If students are currently working with an academic advisor they should confer with their advisor prior to dropping a course. All students must complete the appropriate drop form unless they are eligible to drop courses online. International students with visa status must confer with the International Student Services Office before dropping courses. Domestic students with financial aid should confer with the Financial Aid Office before dropping courses.

Students who wish to drop all courses in which they originally enrolled for a session must follow the withdrawal procedures described below. Students who drop a course or withdraw from a course after the add/drop period may be entitled to a refund per the refund policies located in the Expenses and Financial Aid section of the catalog.

Auditing Courses

Students who wish to take academic courses, but not receive credit, may audit courses. Not all courses can be audited, students should check with their academic program. Students auditing courses are not required to take exams and complete assignments. Those who maintain satisfactory attendance will receive an “AU” grade upon completion of the course instead of a standard letter grade or credit, while those who fail to maintain satisfactory attendance will receive a no-credit grade. Students who wish to audit classes must complete the Course Audit Form with instructor approval and submit to the Registrar’s Office prior to the add/drop deadline for the course. Audited courses cannot be applied for credit to any degree program. Refer to the Expenses and Financial Aid section for current audit fees.

Waitlist Policy

Academic departments determine which courses can be waitlisted. Students who are waitlisted for a course will be moved into the course by the Registrar’s Office as space becomes available based on the date and time the student entered the waitlist (i.e. first-come, first-served). Students will receive an email notification from the Registrar’s Office to their Alliant email account when they are added into a course from the waitlist.

If there is any issue preventing a student from being added into a waitlisted course (e.g. holds, schedule conflict, course overload, etc.), the Registrar’s Office will send an email notification to the student. It is the student’s responsibility to monitor their Alliant email on a daily basis during the registration period to ensure they are aware of any important developments. Students have two business days (48 hours) from receipt of the email to resolve the issue and respond or they will be removed from the waitlist. Students may choose to reenter the waitlist, but their priority will be based on the new registration date and time.

Withdrawal from All Classes

For students approved to withdraw from all classes after the add/drop period, a grade of W for each course will be entered on the student’s permanent record. Clearance from Financial Aid must be obtained prior to withdrawal. An administrative withdrawal fee is charged for withdrawal from all classes. To withdraw in good standing, students must meet all obligations to the University.

Students withdrawing completely from all classes should schedule an appointment with their academic advisor or Program Director, and must submit a University Withdrawal Form. Students who stop attending the Institution, but do not submit the form, will be Administratively Withdrawn from the University. In these cases, “Withdrawn” will be noted on the official transcript.

Cancellation of Registration

The University reserves the right to cancel the registration of any student who does not comply with Alliant rules, regulations, or policies including the nonpayment of tuition fees.

Cancellation of a Course

The University makes every reasonable effort to offer courses as announced. However, the University reserves the right to modify the class schedule or to cancel courses if necessary.

Change of Degree Program

A graduate student who wishes to change degree programs must re-apply to the new area of study. If accepted, the student will be required to pay a processing fee and complete requirements for the new degree program.

Dissertation Continuous Registration

For information on the dissertation continuous registration policy, please see the corresponding entry in the Academic Policies section of the catalog.

Faculty Feedback on Assignments

Faculty members are required to provide feedback that includes specific commentary and a grade or score on all assignments. This feedback should include comments on strengths as well as areas for improvement for all assignments no later than 3 days from the submission of the assignment. If the submission of feedback needs to be longer, faculty must communicate this to students.

Academic Policies Related to Registration

For information on grades, academic standing and advising, see the Academic Policies .

NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION

The transferability of credits you earn at Alliant International University is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the degree or certificate you earn in the educational program is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the credits, degree or certificate that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending Alliant International University to determine if your credits, degree or certificate will transfer.