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COURSECATALOG2020–2021GRADUATE.SIT.EDU
Our MissionSchool for International Training prepares students to be interculturally effective leaders,professionals, and citizens. In so doing, SIT fosters a worldwide network of individualsand organizations committed to responsible global citizenship. SIT fulfills this missionwith field-based academic study abroad programs for undergraduates and accreditedmaster’s degrees and certificate programs for graduates and professionals. 2020 World Learning Inc. All rights reserved.AccreditationWorld Learning’s academic programs offered through SIT (founded as School for International Training),are accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc. (NECHE). Inquiries regarding theaccreditation status by NECHE should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals mayalso contact: Commission on Institutions of Higher Education, New England Commission on Higher Education,3 Burlington Woods Drive, Suite 100, Burlington, MA 01803-4514, 781 271-0022, email: info@neche.org.This publication and its provisions do not constitute a contract between any party or parties and World Learning /SIT Graduate Institute. At the time of publication, reasonable effort was made to ensure the factual accuracy of theinformation. However, this publication is not a complete statement of all policies, procedures, rules, regulations, andacademic requirements applicable to SIT Graduate Institute, its students, or its programs. SIT reserves the right to makechanges and additions to the information in this publication without prior notice.It is the policy of World Learning to provide equal employment and educational opportunities for all persons regardlessof age, ethnic origin, gender, nationality, physical or learning ability, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity,protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.World Learning and its circle design, School for International Training, SIT, and The Experiment in International Livingand its infinity design are registered trademarks of World Learning Inc. The U.S. Experiment in International Living is atrademark of World Learning Inc.2SIT Graduate Institute Course Catalog 2020–2021 graduate.sit.edu
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction: The World Learning Inc. Family.9Critical Global Issues.10School for International Training: Committed to and Honoring Diversity. 11SIT Graduate Institute Overview. 12Educational Values and Outcomes. 13SIT’s Values. 13Educational Outcomes of an SIT Graduate Institute Degree. 13Characteristics of Our Educational Community. 13Comprehensive Learning Environment. 14Emphasis on Experiential Learning. 14SIT Graduate Institute Programs. 16Climate Change and Global Sustainability. 16Development Practice. 18Diplomacy and International Relations.20Global Health Policy, Administration, and Management. 22Humanitarian Assistance and Crisis Management. 24Intercultural Service, Leadership, and Management. 26International Education.30Peace and Justice Leadership. 36Conflict Transformation Across Cultures (CONTACT). 37Sustainable Development. 38Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.40Language and Culture Proficiency.44Course Descriptions.46SIT Graduate Institute Admissions. 68Overview. 68Selection Process. 68Application Checklist for Graduate Degree and Certificate Programs. 68Admissions Criteria. 68Verification of English Language Ability. 69Deferral Policy. 69Application Reactivation Policy. 69Non-Matriculated Students. 69Admissions Criteria. 69Expectations. 69Credits. 69Tuition and Fees. 70Explanation of Costs. 70Enrollment Deposit. 70Dismissal for Nonpayment of Fees. 70Related Educational Expenses. 70Per-Credit Rates. 70Maximum Credit Load. 70Low-Residency Programs. 704SIT Graduate Institute Course Catalog 2020–2021 graduate.sit.edu
Withdrawal Procedures and Refunds. 70Non-Matriculated Students. 70Field Course Payment and Withdrawal Policy. 71Global Master’s Programs: Academic Year 2020-2021. 71Low-Residency Programs: Academic Year 2020-2021. 71Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages Master’s Program: Academic Year 2020-2021. 71Financial Aid. 72Costs and the Student Budget. 72Financial Aid Application Process. 72Requests for Additional Aid. 72Types of Financial Aid. 73SIT Scholarships. 73External Gift Aid. 73Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Plans. 75Disbursement of Funds. 75Satisfactory Academic Progress. 75Financial Aid Probation. 75Financial Aid Withdrawal Process. 75Academic Policies. 76Registration Eligibility. 76Late Registration. 76Independent Study Registration. 76Add/Drop Period. 76Course Withdrawal. 76Course Workload. 76Medical Leave of Absence. 76Personal Leave of Absence. 77Withdrawal from SIT. 77Dismissal for Nonpayment of Fees. 77Participation Policy. 77Enrollment Status. 77Academic Accommodations for Religious Holidays. 77Academic Credits. 78Credit Hour Rule. 78Transfer of Credit. 78Grading and Evaluation Policies. 79Course Grading Rubric. 79Grade of Incomplete.80Grade Change Policy.80Evaluation of Student Learning and Performance.80Peer Evaluation.80Faculty Evaluation of Student Work.80Grade Appeal. 81Phase One. 81Phase Two. 81Phase Three. 81SIT Graduate Institute Course Catalog 2020–20215
Satisfactory Academic Progress. 81Student Grade Point Average. 81Student Pace of Progression. 81Maximum Credit Hours (Program Duration). 81Good Academic Standing. 81Academic Probation. 82Academic Dismissal. 82Appealing Academic Dismissal. 82Repeats. 82Veterans Benefits. 82Veterans Readmission Policy. 82Graduation and Completion of Degree Requirements. 82Reinstatement Policy. 83Academic Integrity Policy. 83Educational Records. 83FERPA and Your Privacy. 84Student Privacy Notice: European Union GDPR. 84Change of Name or Address. 86Transcripts. 86SIT Statement on Academic Freedom. 86Academic Resources. 87Textbooks. 87Donald B. Watt Library and Information Commons. 87Reserves and Electronic Reserves. 87Academic Computing. 87Media Services. 87Online Learning Management System. 87Email. 88Career and Practicum Support Services. 88Online Writing Center. 88Disability Services. 88Standards of Behavioral Integrity. 89Responsibility of Community Members.90Code of Student Conduct.90Prologue.90Jurisdiction.90Authority. 91Conduct & Violations of Local Law. 92Preliminary Investigation. 92Comprehensive Investigation. 92Interim Actions. 93Notifications. 93Notice of Violation. 93Preliminary Assessment.946SIT Graduate Institute Course Catalog 2020–2021 graduate.sit.edu
Informal Conference.94Formal Hearing.94Special Hearing Provisions. 95Amnesty. 96Safe Harbor.
2 SIT Graduate Institute Course Catalog 2020-2021 graduate.sit.edu Accreditation World Learning's academic programs offered through SIT (founded as School for International Training), are accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc. (NECHE). Inquiries regarding the
