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Texas A&M University-San AntonioUniversity Catalog2017-2018Accreditations, Certifications and Approved ProgramsTexas A&M University-San Antonio is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges andSchools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees. Contact theCommission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, call 404/6794500, or visit http://www.sacscoc.org for questions about the accreditation of Texas A&MUniversity-San Antonio.Teacher/Educator Certification Accredited by the Texas State Board of Educator Certification.REVISED November 15, 2017 to update class attendance policy.i
University Catalog2017-2018TABLE of CONTENTSGeneral Information .1A&M-SA Administration .3Campus Locations .42017-2018 Academic Calendar .5Admission to the University .12Undergraduate Admission Requirements: Domestic Students .12Undergraduate Admission Requirements: International Students .20Undergraduate Transfer Credit Policies .33Texas Success Initiative (TSI).39Meningitis Vaccination Information .41Graduate Admission Requirements: Domestic Students .42Graduate Admission Requirements: International Students .48Educational Expenses .59Tuition and Fee Schedules .63Refund of Fees .79Student Financial Aid Programs .83Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy.93Student Employment .101Center for Experiential Learning and Civic Engagement .102Student Engagement and Success .103University College.107University Services .109University Library .116Academic Regulations for Undergraduate Students .117Baccalaureate Degree Requirements .128Undergraduate Degrees, Majors, and Minors .133College of Arts and Sciences Undergraduate Programs .134Minor and Degree Requirements .136Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) .160Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC).162Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences.164Degree Requirements .165College of Business Undergraduate Programs .179Minor and Degree Requirements .181College of Education and Kinesiology Undergraduate Programs.196Educator Preparation and Certification .197Minor and Degree Requirements .206Academic Regulations for Graduate Students .220Graduate Degree Requirements.225ii
Graduate Degrees and Majors .230College of Arts and Sciences Graduate Programs .231College of Business Graduate Programs .233College of Education and Human Development Graduate Programs .236Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program .236Graduate Teacher Certification Program .238Graduate Degree Programs .240Faculty Roster .257List of Course Prefixes .263Course Descriptions .264iii
GENERAL INFORMATIONPurpose of the CatalogThis catalog is the official bulletin of Texas A&M University-San Antonio for the 201-2018 academic year, inwhich are published the record of the year closing, the announcements for the coming year and the officialadministrative procedures which will be in effect during the coming year. Fees and administrative procedures(except standards and requirements for degrees) are, however, subject to change. This catalog may be viewed onlineat http://www.tamusa.edu under the “Academics” tab.The courses of instruction announced herein are those that are available for offering during the sessions of August2017-August 2018. Courses to be offered during any one semester or summer term are posted in JagWire systemprior to registration for a particular semester or term. To meet evolving needs, the University does reserve the rightto make changes in courses and to offer only those for which a sufficient number of students register.The provisions of this catalog do not constitute a contract, express or implied, between any applicant, student,faculty or staff member of Texas A&M University-San Antonio or The Texas A&M University System. This catalogis for informational purposes only. The university reserves the right to change or alter any statement herein withoutprior notice. This catalog should not be interpreted to allow a student that begins his or her education under thecatalog to continue the program under the provisions in the catalog.Student Academic ResponsibilitiesStudents are expected to familiarize themselves thoroughly with the regulations of the University, to acceptresponsibilities for course requirements for their degrees, and to make inquiries in case of doubt. It shall not be theUniversity's responsibility should complications arise because of failure to follow regulations and requirements.Regulations will not be waived nor exceptions to requirements made on a plea of ignorance. Students, therefore,should become familiar with all of the information related to their program of study contained in the on-lineuniversity catalog.Personal announcements sent to students through A&M-San Antonio’s e-mail are the official means ofcommunicating course and university business with students–not the U.S. Mail and not other e-mail addresses.Students must check their A&M-San Antonio e-mail accounts regularly, if not daily. Not having seen an importantA&M-San Antonio e-mail message from a faculty member, chair, dean or other University administrator is notaccepted as an excuse for failure to take important action.Campus safety is a high priority at A&M-San Antonio as we ensure the safety of all our students, faculty and staff.JagE Alert is the A&M-San Antonio comprehensive Emergency Notification System. Through this single site,students and employees can update their emergency contact information, see delivery statistics of previousemergency messages and access additional A&M-San Antonio emergency management resources. The JagE Alertaddress is ndex.html.Equal Opportunity PolicyIn compliance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Executive Order 11246, Texas A&M University-SanAntonio is open to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability who areotherwise eligible for admission as students. A&M-San Antonio does not discriminate on the basis of disability inadmission or access to its programs.Texas A&M University-San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and no applicant oremployee will be discriminated against because of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin or disability in anypersonnel action. This University will not enter knowingly into contractual agreements for services or supplies withany firm failing to follow fair employment practices.University AssessmentStudents enrolled at Texas A&M University-San Antonio are required to participate in University assessmentactivities for the evaluation and improvement of University programs and curricula.1
HistoryTexas A&M University-San Antonio was created in 2000 to address an educational need in south San Antonio. TheTexas Legislature asked The Texas A&M University System to establish a center that would offer junior- andsenior-level courses in south San Antonio, an area that has been historically underserved in terms of highereducation. The University, then known as Texas A&M University-Kingsville System Center-San Antonio, wasapproved by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in January 2000. On May 23, 2009, Gov. Rick Perrysigned Senate Bill 629 that created Texas A&M University-San Antonio as a stand-alone university. Texas A&MUniversity-San Antonio is now an upper-division university offering bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.Mission of the UniversityTexas A&M University-San Antonio faculty and staff prepare and empower students through innovative andchallenging academic and co-curricular programs that contribute to and enrich the economic and social developmentof the community and region. A solid foundation for success is established through dynamic teaching, scholarship,research, and public service that inspire graduates to lifelong learning and responsible global citizenship.2
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-SAN ANTONIOOne University WaySan Antonio, Texas 78224(210)784-1000A Member of The Texas A&M University SystemJohn Sharp, ChancellorUniversity AdministrationCynthia Teniente-Matson, PresidentExtension 1600; Central Academic Building, Suite 410Michael J. O’Brien, Provost and Vice President for Academic AffairsExtension 1200; Central Academic Building, Suite 435Melissa Mahan, Vice President for Student AffairsExtension 1350, Senator Frank L. Madla Building, Suite 312William Spindle, Vice President for Business Affairs and CFOExtension 2000; Central Academic Building, Building 108Richard Ortega, Vice President for University AdvancementExtension 1109; Central Academic Building, Suite 405Mirley Balasubramanya, Dean of the College of Arts & SciencesExtension 2224; Central Academic Building, Suite 348Tracy Hurley, Dean of the College of BusinessExtension 2300; Central Academic Building, Suite 439W. Sean Kearney, Interim Dean of the College of Education & Human DevelopmentExtension 2500; Senator Frank L. Madla Building, Suite 2123
TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY-SAN ANTONIOCampus LocationsSituated in San Antonio’s South Side, Texas A&M University-San Antonio serves an area comprising the greaterSan Antonio and Bexar County region and the surrounding South Texas counties. San Antonio, the county seat ofBexar County, is a city of approximately 1,330,000. Texas A&M University-San Antonio is located onapproximately 700 acres southeast of the intersection of Loop 410 and S. Zarzamora.Main Campus Address:One University WaySan Antonio, TX 78224The Main Campus is comprised of the following buildings: Senator Frank L. Madla Building Central Academic Building Patriots’ CasaUniversity Way is close to S. Zarzamora and Loop 410.University location acronyms:Madla Senator Frank L. Madla Building (Main Campus)CABCentral Academic Building (Main Campus)CASA Patriots' Casa (Main Campus)AUDI Auditorium (Main Campus)SWRI Southwest Research Institute SA4
Texas A&M University-San AntonioAcademic CalendarAcademic Year 2017-2018Dates and times subject to change. Official Calendar and Registration information appears each semester with theClass ScheduleFall Semester (16-week) 2017August 9August 11WednesdayThursdayAugust 21MondayAugust 24ThursdayAugust 25FridayAugust 28September 2September 4September 5September 13September tember 13September 14WednesdayThursdaySeptember 14September 28October 26October 27November yDecember 8December 9December 11-16December 16December 19December 19December 22January ayFriday-MondayTuition & Fee payment deadline for students registered prior to August 7.Drop for Non-Payment for students registered prior to August 7. Studentsdropped on this date will be subject to a 24-hour registration hold.Tuition & Fee payment for students registered August 7 and later. A 35fee will be assessed for paying after this date.Drop for Non-Payment for students registered August 7 and later.Students dropped on this date will be subject to a 24-hour registrationhold.Last Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsiblefor 0% of tuitionClasses beginWeekend classes beginLabor Day Holiday: University Closed. Weekend classes will meetLast day to register for Fall 16-week session classesCensus DateDeadline for students who have applied for Fall graduation to completeChange of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome CenterLast day for students to apply for Fall 2017 graduationStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateApplication for Spring 2018 graduation can be submittedFall 2017 Graduation Application Fee Payment DeadlineTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Thanksgiving weekend: University offices will be closed on November23 and 24.Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of Scheduled ClassesFinal ExaminationsEnd of Fall SemesterCommencementAll grades for Fall 16-week session due by Noon via JagwireWinter Break: University offices will be closed from December 25through January 1.5
Fall Flex I Session (First 8-weeks) 2017August 9August 11WednesdayThursdayAugust 21MondayAugust 24ThursdayAugust 25FridayAugust 28September 1September 4September 5September 6MondayFridayMondayTuesdayWednesdaySeptember 13WednesdaySeptember 13September 14WednesdayThursdaySeptember 14September 19September 28October 13October ySaturdayWednesdayOctober 21October 25Tuition & Fee payment deadline for students registered prior to August 7.Drop for Non-Payment for students registered prior to August 7. Studentsdropped on this date will be subject to a 24-hour registration hold.Tuition & Fee payment for students registered August 7 and later. A 35fee will be assessed for paying after this date.Drop for Non-Payment for students registered August 7 and later. Studentsdropped on this date will be subject to a 24-hour registration hold.Last Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsiblefor 0% of tuitionClasses beginLast day to register for Fall Flex I SessionLabor Day Holiday: University Closed. Weekend classes will meetCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateDeadline for students who have applied for Fall graduation to completeChange of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome CenterLast day for students to apply for Fall 2017 graduationStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateApplication for Spring 2018 graduation can be submittedTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityFinal ExaminationsEnd of Fall Flex IAll grades for Fall Flex I session due by Noon via JagwireFall Flex II Session (Second 8-weeks) 2017October 16MondayOctober 19October 20ThursdayFridayOctober 23October 27October 30November 2MondayFridayMondayMondayNovember 15November 22-26WednesdayWednesday-SundayNovember 27December 8December riday-MondayDecember 16December 19December 22January 1Tuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsiblefor 0% of tuitionClasses beginLast day to register for Fall Flex II SessionCensus dateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Thanksgiving Holiday – No Classes (All Admin offices Closed Thursday –Saturday)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityFinal ExaminationsEnd of Fall Flex II SessionAll grades for Fall Flex II session due by Noon via JagwireWinter Break: University Closed6
Spring Semester (16-week) 2018January 2January 8TuesdayMondayJanuary 11January 12ThursdayFridayJanuary 15January 16January 20January 22January 31February ary 1ThursdayFebruary 1February 7ThursdayWednesdayFebruary 21March 6March 12-18WednesdayTuesdayMonday-SundayMarch 29March 30May 4May 5May 7-12May 12May 15May dayTuesdayFridayUniversity OpensTuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsiblefor 0% of tuitionMartin Luther King Day: University ClosedClasses BeginWeekend Classes BeginLast day to register for Spring 16-week SessionCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateDeadline for students who have applied for Spring graduation to completeChange of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome CenterLast day for students to apply for Spring 2018 graduationLast day for students to apply for Summer 2018 graduation and participate inSpring 2018 Commencement ceremonySpring 2018 Graduation Application Fee Payment DeadlineApplication for Fall 2018 Graduation can be submittedSpring Break – No Classes. University offices will be closed on March 15and March 16.Title IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of Scheduled ClassesFinal ExaminationsEnd of Spring SemesterAll grades for Spring 16-week session due by Noon via JagwireSpring Commencement7
Spring Flex I Session (First 8-weeks)January 2January 8TuesdayMondayJanuary 11January 12ThursdayFridayJanuary 15January 16January 19January 23January 24MondayTuesdayFridayTuesdayWednesdayFebruary 1ThursdayFebruary 1February 7ThursdayWednesdayFebruary 15February 16February 21March 2March 6March aturdaySaturdayWednesdayMarch 10March 14University OpensTuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsiblefor 0% of tuitionMartin Luther King Day: University ClosedClasses beginLast day to register for Spring Flex I SessionCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateDeadline for students who have applied for Spring graduation to completeChange of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome CenterLast day for students to apply for Spring 2018 graduationLast day for students to apply for Summer 2018 graduation and participate inSpring 2018 Commencement ceremonyTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Spring 2018 Graduation Application Fee Payment DeadlineLast day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityApplication for Fall Graduation can be submittedFinal ExaminationsEnd of Spring Flex IAll grades for Spring Flex I session due by Noon via JagwireSpring Flex II Session (Second 8-weeks)March 12MondayMarch 15March 16ThursdayFridayMarch 19March 23March 26March 27MondayFridayMondayTuesdayApril 18April 18May 4May dayTuesdayFridayMay 12May 15May 18Tuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsible for0% of tuitionClasses beginLast day to register for Spring Flex II SessionCensus dateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateLast day to drop with an automatic “W”Title IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityFinal ExaminationsEnd of Spring Flex IIAll grades for Spring Flex II session due by Noon via JagwireSpring Commencement8
Maymester Session 2018May 7MondayMay 10May 11ThursdayFridayMay 14May 15May 16MondayTuesdayWednesdayMay 28May 29May 31May 31June 4MondayTuesdayThursdayThursdayMondayTuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsible for0% of tuitionClasses BeginCensus Date – No registration beyond this pointStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateMemorial Day: University ClosedLast day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of classes and Final ExaminationsEnd of SessionAll grades for Maymester session due by Noon via JagwireFirst Summer Session (5-weeks) 2018May 29TuesdayMay 31June 1ThursdayFridayJune 4June 8June 11June 12MondayFridayMondayTuesdayJune 21ThursdayJune 21ThursdayJune 22June 28July 2July 2July 3July 4July 5-6July 6July ay-FridayFridayTuesdayTuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsible for0% of tuitionClasses BeginLast day to register for First Summer 5-week SessionCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateDeadline for students who have applied for Summer graduation to completeChange of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the Welcome CenterLast day for students to apply for Summer 2018 graduation and participate inFall 2018 Commencement CeremonyTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Summer 2018 Graduation Application Fee Payment DeadlineLast day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of Scheduled ClassesIndependence Day Holiday: University ClosedFinal ExaminationsEnd of First Summer 5-week sessionAll grades for First Summer 5-week session due by Noon via Jagwire9
Summer 8-week SessionMay 29TuesdayMay 31June 1ThursdayFridayJune 4June 8June 12June 13MondayFridayTuesdayWednesdayJune 21ThursdayJune 21ThursdayJuly 2July 2July 4July 10July 20July 24July esdaySaturdaySaturdayTuesdayJuly 28July 31Tuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsible for0% of tuitionClasses BeginLast day to register for Summer 8-week SessionCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateDeadline for students who have applied for Summer 2018 graduation tocomplete Change of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the WelcomeCenterLast day for students to apply for Summer 2018 graduation and participate inFall 2018 Commencement CeremonySummer 2018 Graduation Application Fee Payment DeadlineTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Independence Day Holiday: University ClosedLast day to drop with an automatic “W”Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of Scheduled ClassesFinal ExaminationsEnd of 8-week SessionAll grades for Summer 8-week session due by Noon via JagwireSummer 10-week SessionMay 29TuesdayMay 31June 1ThursdayFridayJune 4June 8June 12June 13MondayFridayTuesdayWednesdayJune 21ThursdayJune 21ThursdayJuly 2July 4July 9July 20August 2August 7August esdaySaturdaySaturdayTuesdayAugust 11August 14Tuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Drop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsible for0% of tuitionClasses BeginLast day to register for Summer 10-week SessionCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateDeadline for students who have applied for Summer 2018 graduation tocomplete Change of Name and/or Change of Major form(s) at the WelcomeCenterLast day for students to apply for Summer 2018 graduation and participate inFall 2018 Commencement CeremonySummer 2018 Graduation Application Fee Payment DeadlineIndependence Day Holiday: University ClosedTitle IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop with an automatic “W”Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of Scheduled ClassesFinal ExaminationsEnd of Summer 10-week sessionAll grades for Summer 10-week session due by Noon via Jagwire10
Second Summer Session (5-weeks)July 2MondayJuly 4July 5July 6WednesdayThursdayFridayJuly 9July 11July 12July 13MondayWednesdayThursdayFridayJuly 27July 27August 3August 8August 9-10August 10August TuesdayTuition & Fee payment deadline. A 35 fee will be assessed for paying afterthis date.Independence Day Holiday: University ClosedDrop for Non-PaymentLast Day of students withdrawing to receive 100% refund and responsible for0% of tuitionClasses BeginLast day to register for Second Summer 5-week SessionCensus DateStudents dropped for Non-Payment will be assessed a 363 ReinstatementFee if reinstating on or after this dateLast day to drop with an automatic “W”Title IV 60% of semester (Financial Aid)Last day to drop a course or withdraw from the UniversityLast day of Scheduled ClassesFinal ExaminationsEnd of Second Summer 5-week sessionAll grades for Second Summer 5-week session due by Noon via Jagwire11
ADMISSIONSChryssa Delgado, Director of AdmissionsSenator Frank L. Madla ons/For questions: BeAJaguar@tamusa.eduFor the submission of admission documents: Admissions@tamusa.eduTexas A&M University-San Antonio adheres to high standards of academic excellence and admits students inaccordance with their level of academic preparation without regard to race, color, sex, age, religious commitment ornational origin.Questions on the admission application should be answered accurately. If the university grants a student admissionon the basis of incorrect information or omitted facts, which, if known, would invalidate the applicant’s eligibility,that student’s admission is invalid. The completed application and supporting documents (i.e. official transcriptsfrom ALL previous college and universities, official transcripts showing high-school gradu
Situated in San Antonio's South Side, Texas A&M University-San Antonio serves an area comprising the greater San Antonio and Bexar County region and the surrounding South Texas counties. San Antonio, the county seat of Bexar County, is a city of approximately 1,330,000. Texas A&M University-San Antonio is located on
