K-State undergraduate catalog

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K-State Undergraduate Catalog 2000-2002
Administration Information K-State (USPS 355-690)
Volume 84 June 2000 Number 2
K-StateispublishedlourtimesayearinApril.June.July,and
AugustbyUniversityPublications,KansasStateUniversity,5Ander-
Dr. Jon Wefald, President You may call toll-free for information about sMoannhHaatltla.nM,anKhaantstaasn.66K50S2.66P5O06S-T0M1A1S8.TPEeRri:odSiceanldscphoasntgageesptoaiKd-Sattate,
Dr. James R. Coffman. Provost admission to Kansas State University. UniversityPublications,5AndersonHall, KansasStateUniversity,
Robert S. Krause, Vice President for Undergraduate students Manhattan,KS66506-0118.
Institutional Advancement Dial 1-800-432-8270 in Kansas. Outside of Thematerialinthiscatalogisprovidedtorinformationalpurposes
Dr. Thomas M. Rawson, Vice President for Kansas dial 785-532-6250. anddoesnotconstituteacontract. Forexample,courses,curricula,
Administration and Finance degreerequirements, lees,andpoliciesaresubjecttoconstantreview
andchangewithoutnotice.
Prospective students should contact:
Office ofAdmissions
Board of Regents Kansas State University IEnqaucictoyrdianncaethwiltehtitchseEquityinAthleticsDisclosureAct.anannual
19 Anderson Hall reportpertainingtoK-State'sathleticprogramsisavailableto
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Manhattan, KS 66506-0102 prospectivestudents,students,andtothepublicinthefollowing
locations:IntercollegiateAthletics.OfficeofAdmissions,Office
Clay C. Blair, III, Mission E-mail: [email protected] ofRegistrar,OfficeofStudentLife.HaleLibrary,andonlineat
Harry W. Craig, Jr., Topeka consider.k-state.edu www.ksu.edu/itauc.
Steven Clark, Wichita Graduate students AnyquestionsregardingtheEquityinAthleticsDisclosureAct
shouldbedirectedtotheOfficeofUnclassifiedAffairsand
Janice DeBauge, Emporia Dial 1-800-651-1816. Outside the United UniversityCompliance,KansasStateUniversity, 112Anderson Hall,
William R. Docking, Arkansas City States dial 785-532-6191. Manhattan.Kansas66506.
Floris Jean Hampton, Dodge City
Fred Kerr, Pratt Prospective students should contact: NKoatniscaesoSftantoenUdniisvcerrismiitnyaitsicoonmmittedtoapolicyofnondiscrimina-
Sylvia L. Robinson, Kansas City Graduate School tiononthebasisofrace,sex.nationalorigin,disability,religion,age.
Jack Wempe, Little River Kansas State University sexualorientation,orothernonmentreasons,inadmissions,educa-
tionalprogramsoractivities,andemployment(includingemploy-
102 Fairchild Hall
mentofdisabledveleransandveteransoftheVietnamEra),allas
Manhattan, KS 66506-1103 requiredbyapplicablelawsandregulations.Responsibilityforcoor-
E-mail: [email protected] dinationofcomplianceeffortsandreceiptofinquiries,including
thoseconcerningTitleIXoftheEducationAmendmentsof1972,
www.ksu.edu/grad Section504oftheRehabilitationActof1973.andtheAmericans
withDisabilitiesAct.hasbeendelegatedtoJaneD. Rowlett.Ph.D.,
DirectorofUnclassifiedAffairsandUniversityCompliance.Kansas
StateUniversity,225AndersonHall,Manhattan, KS66506-0124
(785-532-4392).
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Contents
Contents
3 About the Catalog 42 International Programs 161 Education
162 Teacher Education
4 About the University 44 Secondary Majors
164 Elementary Education Program
44 American Ethnic Studies
5 Calendar 165 Secondary Education Program
44 Gerontology
7 Glossary and Abbreviations 46 Industrial and LaborRelations 165 Teaching Fields, Optional Certifications,
and OtherPrograms
8 Admission 46 International Studies 172 Counseling and Educational Psychology
47 Latin American Studies
12 Academic Advising 48 Natural Resources andEnvironmental Studies 172 Educational Administration andLeadership
173 Elementary Education
14 Enrollment 49 Women's Studies 174 Foundations and Adult Education
Tuition and Fees 5 Agriculture 174 Secondary Education
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53 Agricultural Economics 177 Special Education
22 Degrees 56 Agricultural Education
178 Engineering
25 Grades 57 Agricultural Technology Management
185 General Engineering
58 Agronomy
28 All-University Regulations 61 Animal Sciences and Industry 186 Architectural Engineering/Construction
Science and Management
3 Student Financial Assistance 64 Communications
190 Biological and Agricultural Engineering
65 Entomology
33 Services for Students 192 Chemical Engineering
66 Food Science and Industry
33 Academic Assistance Center 194 Civil Engineering
68 General Agriculture
33 Academic and Career Information Center 196 Computerand Information Sciences
68 Grain Science andIndustry
33 Adult Student Services 199 Electrical and ComputerEngineering
7 Horticulture, Forestry, and
33 Alcohol and Other Drug Education Service 202 Industrial and Manufacturing Systems
Recreation Resources
34 Careerand Employment Services Engineering
76 Plant Pathology
34 Cooperative Houses 205 Mechanical and NuclearEngineering
34 Disabled Student Services 78 Architecture, Planning, and Design 208 Human Ecology
34 Educational Supportive Services 79 Environmental Design Studies
210 Apparel, Textiles, and InteriorDesign
34 Greek Affairs 79 Architecture
214 Family Studies and Human Services
35 Housing and Dining Services 82 InteriorArchitecture
219 General Human Ecology
35 International StudentCenter 84 Landscape Architecture and Regional and
223 Hotel, Restaurant, Institution Management
36 K-State Student Union Community Planning
and Dietetics
36 Lafene Health Center
88 Artsand Sciences 224 Human Nutrition
36 Multicultural Student Organizations
92 University Undergraduate Studies:
36 New Student Services 227 Technologyand Aviation
Interdisciplinary Majors
36 Off-Campus Housing 227 Arts, Sciences, and Business
93 Pre-Law
37 Office ofStudent Life 230 Aviation
94 Pre-Health Professions Programs
37 Recreational Services 234 Engineering Technology
96 Aerospace Studies
37 Religious Affairs
97 Art 244 Veterinary Medicine
37 Student Activities 99 Biochemistry 245 Anatomy and Physiology
37 Student Government
101 Biology 245 Clinical Sciences
38 University Counseling Services
103 Chemistry 245 Diagnostic Medicine/Pathobiology
38 Upward Bound
105 Economics
38 Women's Center 246 GraduateSchool
107 English
39 Auxiliary Services and Facilities 109 Geography 247 Intercollegiate Athletics
39 Affirmative Action 11 Geology 248 K-State Research and Extension
39 Alumni Association 113 History
39 Child Care 116 Journalism and Mass Communications 252 Outreach
39 Computing and Network Services 119 Kinesiology 252 Division ofContinuing Education
40 Family Center 121 Mathematics 252 International Agriculture
40 Foundation 123 Military Science 253 Kansas Regents Educational
40 IDEA Center 124 Modern Languages Communications Center
40 Information Systems 128 Music 254 Faculty
40 Institutional Advancement 133 Philosophy
40 Libraries 35 Physics
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41 Police Department 137 Political Science
41 Postal Service 139 Psychology
41 Speech and Hearing Center 141 Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work
41 Student Publications 146 Speech Communication, Theatre, and Dance
41 Telecommunications Services 151 Statistics
42 University Press ofKansas
153 Business Administration
42 University Relations
155 Accounting
155 Finance
157 General Business
157 Management
159 Marketing
About the Catalog
About the Catalog
The K-State Undergraduate Catalog is a ref- The number in parentheses (4) following the Other Publications
erence for those interested in academic poli- course title indicates the units ofcredit given
cies, procedures, and programs ofthe univer- for the course.
sity. Refer to the table ofcontents or the index
The I, II, S, and/or intersession following Other K-State publications are available on
for specific topics ofinterest.
the course title indicate the semester, or request from the offices listed below.
Degree requirements and programs are orga- semesters, each course is usually offered;
nized by colleges and departments. Course I stands for fall semester, II for spring, S for Course schedule booklet
descriptions are provided to help you and your summer semester, and intersession for the
The Course Schedule, a listing ofcourses
academic advisor plan your academic choices. term between semesters.
offered each semester, is available in the
The abbreviation Pr. indicates prerequisites following places:
Course Descriptions for the course. In the sample course, students • World Wide Web
would be required to have completed
www.ksu.edu/courses
Environmental Geography I before enrolling.
Some courses may allow or require concurrent • K-State Student Union Bookstore
The following course description key explains
enrollment in other courses. This is indicated K-State Student Union, First Floor
the system used for courses listed throughout by the abbreviation Cone. 785-532-6583
the catalog.
For prospective students
Sample course description Faculty Lists Key
GEOG Office ofAdmissions
221. EnvironmentalGeography II. (4) II.
Abasicphysical geographycourseemphasizingthegeo- 1 19 Anderson Hall, 785-532-6250
sphereandhydrosphere, includingprocesses, patterns,and In the departmental sections, faculty members consider.k-state.edu
physical backgroundforrelatedissuessuchasnatural haz- www.ksu.edu/admit
ardsandhuman modificationofphysical conditions. Intro- are listed by their last names. Those on the
ducesremotesensingandtheuseoftopographic mapsin graduate faculty have an asterisk following Admissions Guide: Overview ofmajors and
environmental study. Three hourslee. andonetwo-hourlab their names. student life.
perweek. Pr.: Environmental Geography I.
The diamond () indicates the course has An all-inclusive faculty and administration For prospective
been approved for university general educa- section precedes the index. This section lists
each faculty member's full name, academic graduate students
tion program credit.
degrees, and year offirst appointment at
GEOG Graduate School
The letters denote the department K-State (in parentheses). Those on the gradu-
103 Fairchild Hall, 785-532-6191 or
in which the course is offered (in this case, ate faculty have an asterisk following their
1-800-651-1816
Geography). names.
www.ksu.edu/grad
The three digits ofthe course number
Graduate Studies: Overview ofK-State's
221 represent the level ofthe course. Contacts graduate programs and representative research
Coursenumbersystem: opportunities.
000-099 Notapplicable towarddegreerequirements. www.ksu.edu/grad
100-299 Lowerdivision undergraduate. Designedas
freshmanorsophomorecourse. All phone numbers are 785 area code, except Graduate Catalog: Descriptions ofgraduate
300-499 Upperdivision undergraduate. Designedas where noted. All addresses are Manhattan, programs and courses.
500-699 jUupnpieorrodrivsiesniioonrucnoduerrsger.aduate. Primarily fora Kansas, 66506, except where noted. www.ksu.edu/grad
juniororsenior, butalsomaybetaken forgrad-
uatecredit. Acoursenumbered500may be Graduate Handbook: Presentation ofuniver-
taken forgraduatecreditonly in agraduatestu- Online Catalog sity policies on graduate education adopted by
dent's minorfield. Acourse numbered600may the Graduate Council on behalfofthe
betaken forcreditin agraduatestudent'smajor Graduate faculty.
field.
www.ksu.edu/grad
700-799 Graduateandupperdivision,primarily forgrad- This catalog is available at
uate level. www.ksu.edu/courses on the web.
800-899 Graduatelevel formaster'scourseorprofes- For continuing education
sionalcoursebeyondtheundergraduatelevel.
900-999 Graduate level,primarily fordoctoralcandidate. Division ofContinuing Education
College Court Building, 785-532-5687
www.dce.ksu.edu
Distance Education Catalog: Listing of
—
courses —offered through a variety ofdelivery
methods that can be taken in your own
community.
www.dce.ksu.edu/dce/distance
SummerBrochurefor Teachers: Listing of
courses ofinterest to educators. Available
each April.
Aboutthe University
About
the University
Kansas State University studies through a variety ofdisciplinary and Distinguished Graduate Faculty Members are
professional degree programs. To meet these presented at commencement. The university
The university was founded February 16,
intentions, the institution dedicates itselfto also honors faculty members who contribute
1863, established under the Morrill Act, by
providing academic and extracurricular learn- to the expansion ofknowledge in their respec-
which land-grant colleges came into being.
ing experiences that promote and value both tive fields.
At first the university was located on the excellence and cultural diversity. Kansas
The faculty assume a major responsibility to
grounds ofthe old Bluemont Central College, State University prepares its students to be
participate in outreach activities that serve the
chartered in 1858, but in 1875 most ofthe informed, productive, and responsible citizens
work ofthe university was moved to the pre- who participate actively in advancing cultural, citizens ofthe state, and many hold leadership
positions in their disciplines and in profes-
sent site. educational, economic, scientific, and socio-
sional organizations.
political undertakings.
The 664-acre campus is in northern
Manhattan, convenient to both business and Research and othercreative endeavors com- Objective of the
residential districts. Under an enactment of prise an essential component ofKansas State
educational program
the 1991 Kansas Legislature, the Salina cam- University's mission. All faculty members
pus was established through a mergerofthe contribute to the discovery and dissemination The objective ofthe educational program at
former Kansas College ofTechnology with ofnew knowledge. These efforts, supported Kansas State University is to develop individ-
the university. by public and private resources, are conducted uals capable ofapplying enlightenedjudg-
in an atmosphere ofopen inquiry and aca- ment in their professional, personal, and social
Additional university sites include
demic freedom. Basic to the pursuit ofthis lives.
t1h8e,0A0g0riaccurletsurianltEhxepfeoruirmbernatncShtaltoicoant—ioHnasyosf, mission is the university's commitment to To that end the university program is
— broad-based programs in graduate education
Garden City, Colby, and Parsons and designed:
8,600 acres in the Konza Research Prairie at both the master's and doctoral levels.
jointly operated by the AES and the Division Kansas State University's mission includes I. To provide full and efficient counseling and
guidance to students at the university. Specif-
ofBiology. enriching the lives ofthe citizens ofKansas ically, this means to:
by extending to them opportunities to engage
One ofthe six universities governed by in life-long learning and to benefit from the A. Learn and make known to students all that
the Kansas Board ofRegents, Kansas State
results ofresearch. The university addresses is possible and useful about their interests,
University continues to fulfill its historic edu- this charge through mutually supportive activ- aptitudes, and abilities.
cational mission in teaching, research, and
public service. ities on its Manhattan and Salina campuses, B. Apply that knowledge to the students'
research and extension sites at numerous loca- choice ofcourses and curricula as fully as
tions, outreach programs offered throughout
Mission statement possible without encroaching harmfully
the state and nation, and international on their initiative and feeling ofself-
Kansas State University is a comprehensive, activities.
responsibility.
rsetsuedaerncths,alnadndt-hgerapnetopilnestoitfuKtiaonnsafisr,stasnedrvailnsgo The mission ofKansas State University is C. Provide continuing guidance for students
enhanced by symbiotic relationships among
the nation and the world. according to their needs.
the discovery ofknowledge, the education
Since its founding in 1863, the university has ofundergraduate and graduate students, and II. To prepare students for an occupation or a
evolved into a modern institution ofhigher improvement in the quality oflife through profession which includes an organized body
education, committed to quality programs, research applications. Coordinated teaching, ofinformation and theory so they may realize
and responsive to a rapidly changing world research, and extension services help develop their creative potential. More specifically this
and the aspirations ofan increasingly diverse the highly skilled and educated work force means that students should acquire:
society. Together with othermajorcompre- necessary to the economic well-being of A. The ability to recognize and master
hensive universities, Kansas State University Kansas, the nation, and the international fundamental principles in their fields of
shares responsibilities for developing human community.
specialization.
potential, expanding knowledge, enriching
cultural expression, and extending its exper- Accreditation B. The knowledge basic to their special fields
tise to individuals, business, education, and ofstudy.
Kansas State University is fully accredited
government. These responsibilities are by the Commission on Institutions ofHigher C. The ability to reason critically from facts
addressed through an array ofundergraduate Education ofthe North Central Accrediting and recognized assumptions to useful techni-
and graduate degree programs, research and
Association and by various professional cal conclusions.
creative activities, and outreach and public
service programs. In addition, its land-grant accrediting agencies. Credit earned at K-State D. The basic skills associated with their fields
mandate, based on federal and state legisla- is transferable to other institutions. ofstudy.
tion, establishes a focus to its instructional, E. A professional attitude in theirchosen
research, and extension activities that is Faculty work.
unique among the Regents institutions. The faculty at Kansas State University are
Through quality teaching, the university is dedicated to excellence in teaching, student InIiIt.y tToogparionvtihdeekanllowstlueddegnetsawnidthabialnitoipepsomretum--
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standing, and skills characteristic ofan edu- K-State recognizes superior teaching with Specifically, this means that through its pro-
cated person. It is also pledged to prepare stu- annual faculty awards. Citations for the gram the university undertakes to help the
dents for successful employment or advanced Outstanding Teachers ofthe Year and for student:
Calendar
A. Develop communication skills. Calendar
B. Develop the ability to apply critical and
creative thinking to the solution oftheoretical
and practical problems. May
Additional academic dates and deadlines can 2001
C. Understand the basic concepts ofthe natu- be found at www.ksu.edu/calendar
ral sciences, the interrelations ofthe natural /eventview.cgi/registrar/academic on the Intersession
and social sciences, and the impact ofscience World Wide Web.
on society.
D. Comprehend and evaluate the processes Fall Semester 2000 May 14-June 1, Monday-Friday
and institutions in society at home and abroad, Intersession.
and develop a dynamic sense ofpersonal May Monday
28,
responsibility as effective citizens in a demo-
August 21, Monday University holiday.
cratic society.
Semester begins.
E. Develop habits ofself-evaluation, respon- Summer
sibility, and enterprise that will increase the September 4, Monday Semester
University holiday.
effectiveness ofthe educative process in
2001
college, and provide the basis for continued October 20, Friday
self-improvement. Student holiday.
F. Develop a well-adjusted personality, good November 22-24, Wednesday-Friday May 15-August 3
character traits, and a sound philosophy of Student holiday.
May Monday
28,
life.
November 23-24, Thursday-Friday University holiday.
G. Prepare for effective participation in fam- University holiday.
ily life. July 4, Wednesday
December 8, Friday University holiday.
H. Utilize actively and fully the capacity for Last day ofsemester.
aesthetic appreciation and enjoyment.
December 8-9, Friday-Saturday August 2001
IV. To stimulate the faculty and students to Commencement.
extend the boundaries ofknowledge through
December 11-15, Monday-Friday Intersession
critical and creative thinking and experimen-
Semester examinations.
tation.
V. To provide the facilities for extending edu- July 30-August 17
cation outside the boundaries ofthe campus to January 2001 Intersession.
the members ofthe community that the insti-
Intercession
tution serves.
Fall Semester 2001
December 27, 2000-January 10, 2001,
Monday-Friday August 20, Monday
Intersession. Semester begins.
September Monday
3,
Spring Semester 2001 University holiday.
October 19, Friday
Student holiday.
January 11, Thursday
November 21-23, Wednesday-Friday
Semester begins.
Student holiday.
January 15, Monday
November 22-23, Thursday-Friday
University holiday.
University holiday.
March 19-23, Monday-Friday
December 7, Friday
University holiday.
Last day ofsemester.
May 4, Friday
December 7-8, Friday-Saturday
Last day of semester.
Commencement.
May 7-11, Monday-Friday,
December 10-14, Monday-Friday
Semester examinations.
Semester examinations.
May 11-12, Friday-Saturday
Commencement.
Calendar
May
January 2002 2002 August 2002
Intersession Intersession Intersession
January 2-16, 2002, Monday-Friday May 20-27, Monday-Friday August 5-23, Monday-Friday
Intersession. Intersession. Intersession.
May Monday
27,
Spring Semester 2002 University holiday.
Summer
Semester
January 17, Thursday
Semester begins. 2002
January 21, Monday
University holiday.
May 21-August 9
March 18-24, Monday-Friday
Student holiday. May 27, Monday
University holiday.
May 10, Friday
Last day ofsemester. July 4, Thursday
University holiday.
May 13-17, Monday-Friday
Semester examinations.
May 17-18, Friday-Saturday
Commencement.
Glossary and Abbreviations
Glossary and Abbreviations
A/Pass/F: A grading option in which a stu- to one hour ofcourse time per week. For Hour: The unit by which course work is mea-
dent earning a grade ofA in a course will example, a course meeting three hours a week sured. The number ofsemester hours assigned
have an A recorded for that course; a grade would be a three-credit-hour course. to a course is usually determined by the num-
ofB, C, or D will be recorded as a Pass; and Credit/No Credit: (C/NC) A grading option ber ofhours a course meets per week.
a grade ofF will be recorded as an F.
with successful completion ofa course Intersession: Courses offered between
Academic load: The total number ofcredit recorded as Credit and failure as No Credit. fall and spring semesters, and after spring
hours enrolled in during one semester. No other grades are given for such courses semester and prior to summer semester.
Academic warning: (W) An indication that and they are not figured into the grade point Lecture: (Lee.) A course wherein the teach-
average.
a student is in academic difficulty which ing is done primarily through oration.
could lead to dismissal from the university. Curriculum: A program ofcourses that
Major: The subject or subject areas upon
meets the requirements for a degree in a par-
Advanced standing: Having credit awarded which a student chooses to place principal
ticular field ofstudy, also referred to as a
for previous work or testing. academic emphasis, also referred to as
major.
Advisor: A department or college-based curriculum.
faculty member who helps students achieve Degree program: Courses required for com- Minor: A systematic program ofstudy in an
pletion ofa particular degree.
theireducational goals by providing guidance area ofemphasis outside a student's major.
on courses, program requirements, prerequi- Department: A unit within a college repre-
Option: An approved group ofcourses creat-
sites, programs ofstudy, and policies and senting a discipline.
ing a specialty within a major field ofstudy.
procedures.
Discipline: An area of study representing a
Orientation: Activities designed to help the
Audit: To attend a course regularly without branch ofknowledge, such as mathematics.
new student become acquainted with the
participating in course work and without Dismissal: (D) A student who neglects his university.
receiving credit.
or her academic responsibilities may be dis- A
Prerequisite: (Pr.) requirement, usually
Bachelor ofarts degree: (B.A.) Courses missed on recommendation ofan academic
credit in anothercourse, which must be met
selected from a variety ofdisciplines with dean.
concentrations in one or two areas. A modern before a particularcourse can be taken.
Double major: Having two programs ofaca- A
language is required for a B.A. degree. Recitation: (Rec.) small section usually
demic study.
Bachelor ofscience degree: (B.S.) A speci- taken in conjunction with a lecture.
Drop/Add: Changing the student's course
fied program ofrequired courses with fewer Scholastic honors: An award an undergradu-
electives than the B.A. A modern language is schedule by adding and/or dropping a course. ate receives based on the excellence of
not required. Dual degrees: A student may elect to pursue K-State academic work.
two degrees at one time.
Baccalaureate: Refers to the bachelor's Secondary major: Interdisciplinary major
degree. Electives: Courses chosen by a student that which must be completed along with a first
are not required for the major or minor. The major course ofstudy.
Classification: Level ofprogress toward
number ofhours ofelectives required varies
a degree with classifications offreshman, Special student: An undergraduate student
according to student's major.
sophomore,junior, or senior, depending on the taking courses at K-State but not regularly
number ofsemester hours completed. Enrollment: The process ofselecting courses enrolled in work toward a degree.
and having courses reserved.
College: An academic unit ofthe university. Transcript: An official copy ofa student's
Kansas State University has nine colleges. Equivalent: Equiv. permanent academic record.
Cooperative education (co-op): The integra- Extracurricular: Activities such as band or Transfer student: A student who terminates
tion ofacademic experience with planned debate for which a student may earn credit enrollment in another college or university
employment experiences that relate to a stu- toward graduation. Extracurricular activities and subsequently enrolls at K-State.
dent's academic major or career goals. The are counted as electives. Undergraduate student: A university student
work experience supplements and comple-
Financial aid: Help for a student who lacks who has not received a bachelor's degree.
ments the curriculum.
funds to pay for college. Aid is available from
Variable: (V/Var.). The credits earned in
Concurrent enrollment: (Cone.) Taking a grants, loans, scholarships, and work/study
some courses may vary.
course during the same semester as another. employment.
Course: A unit of study a student enrolls Grade point average: (GPA) A measure of
in during a semester. scholastic performance. A GPA is obtained
by dividing the number ofgrade points by
Credit by examination: Credit received
the hours ofwork attempted, where an
when a student takes an oral or written exami- A = 4 points, a B = 3 points, a C = 2 points,
nation without enrolling for a course. a D = 1 point, and an F = points.
Credit hour: (Cr.) A unit ofmeasurement
used in determining the quantity ofwork
taken. Each credit hour is roughly equivalent
8 Admission
Admission
Larry Moeder, Director 248-5782 (Kansas only). The office is open Transfer students: Students who have earned
119 Anderson Hall, Manhattan during the same standard business hours, and college-level credit since high school
785-532-6250 admissions representatives are available to graduation.
1-800-432-8270 (Kansas only) schedule campus visits and to provide infor-
E-mail: [email protected] mation regarding College ofTechnology
Freshman Admission
www.ksu.edu/admit programs.
General Admission Glossary of Terms
Requirements
Information Admission to Kansas State University is
granted to individuals who meet one ofthe
Apply for admission: The process of submit-
following requirements:
ting written or electronic application and sup-
Undergraduate students interested in attending porting credentials so that an official determi- High school graduates must:
Kansas State University on the main campus nation ofeligibility to attend the university • Achieve an ACT score of21 or above or
in Manhattan, or the College ofTechnology can be made. an SAT of990 or above; or
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or
semester.
The Admissions Office is located on the • Complete the precollege curriculum:
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Undergraduate students wishing to apply for New freshmen: High school graduates with English 4 OneunitofEnglishforeachyear
admission may do so by submitting the tradi- no earned college credits after high school ofhighschool
tional paper application form with appropriate graduation. Students taking college-level Natural 3 Choosethreeunitsfrom:
application fee or by submitting the electronic work while in high school are considered new science •Biology
application via the World Wide Web and pro- freshmen. ••APhdyvsaincacle/deabritohl/ogegnyeralscience
viding credit card information for the applica- Non-degree students: Students not pursuing •Chemistry
tion fee or sending the fee by personal check a degree who have been admitted for special •Physics
or money order. Students applying will not be purposes or at the discretion ofa director. Atleastoneunitmustbein
chemistryorphysics.
admitted until the application fee has been Generally, these students are limited to
rAeccceeisvsedt.he electronic application at t1i5onhsoumrasyofapcprleyd.itNofnr-odmeKg-rSeteatset.udOetnhtesrwrielsltrnioct- Math 3 O••nAAlleggueenbbirrtaaeIIaIchof:
www.ksu.edu/admit/application.htinl. All sup- qualify for financial assistance. •Geometry
porting documents and credentials must be in Official test scores: ACT, SAT, and TOEFL Social 3 OneunitofU.S. history
paper format to be considered as official for results that are received directly from the test- science One-halfunitofU.S. government
admission purposes. ing service via magnetic tape reports or for- Oneunit,selectedfrom:
No qualified student will be denied admission mal mail service. Scores noted on high school ••EPscyocnhoomliocgsy
to the university on the basis ofrace, sex, transcripts, personal reports, etc., are not offi- •Civics
national origin, handicap, age, sexual orienta- cial results. •History
•Currentsocial issues
tion, or other nonmerit reasons. Official transcript: A transcript that is sent •Sociology
directly by mail or fax from the registrar of • Anthropology
Campus a credit-granting institution to the K-State • Raceandethnicgrouprelations
Visits Admissions Office. Hand-carried documents, One-halfunitselectedfrom:
•Worldhistory
sealed envelopes, personal grade reports, etc., •Worldgeography
are not official records. •International relations
Students and parents are welcome and encour-
Readmitted students: Any student who Computer Maybe metbypassinga
aged to visit the campuses. For a visit to the 1
has previously been admitted and attended technology proficiencyexamination.
Manhattan (main) campus please write or call
the Admissions Office (see address and phone K-State courses on the Manhattan campus at Residentstudentsmusthavea2.0intheprecollege
information above). For maximum benefit any time since high school graduation. Any curriculum.
from your visit it is wise to plan your visit two student who was admitted to and attended Nonresidentstudentsmusthavea2.5 intheprecollege
weeks in advance so that appropriate appoint- classes on the College ofTechnology campus curriculum.
ments can be made and admission representa- since fall of 1991. Studentswhoareofficially nonresidentbutareeligiblefor
special feestatuswillbeevaluatedforadmissibilityonthe
tives can be available for consultation con- Registration: The process ofpaying fees.
nonresidentrequirements.
cerning your educational plans.
Special students: Students not pursuing a GED graduates must:
Students and parents wishing to visit the degree but meeting all standard admission • Achieve an overall GED score of50 points
College ofTechnology campus in Salina requirements. Special students v/ill not qualify or higher.
are encouraged to contact the College Center, for financial assistance.
2310 Centennial Road, Salina campus.
The phone number is 785-826 2640 or 1-800-