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GRADUATECATALOG2021–2022
TABLE OF CONTENTSFinancial Aid and Scholarships . 26Scholarships . 26Graduate Catalog . 3On-Campus Student Employment . 27General Information . 3Graduate Degrees Granted . 27About the Catalog . 3Graduate Programs . 27About the University . 3Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership . 28About The College of Graduate Studies . 3Doctor of Nursing Practice in Anesthesia . 35Academic Policies, Rights, and Responsibilities . 4Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences . 36Academic Calendar . 4Doctor of Philosophy in Materials Science and Engineering . 37Academic Integrity . 6Doctor of Physical Therapy . 39Accommodations for Students with Disabilities . 7Educational Specialist in School Psychology . 43Community Standards and Student Conduct . 7Master of Accountancy . 46Notification of Rights Under FERPA . 7Master of Arts in American Studies . 48Ohio Residency . 8Master of Arts in Art Education . 50Academic Grievances . 10Master of Arts in Economics . 54Student Complaints and Appeals . 10Master of Arts in English . 56Transfer Credit . 12Master of Arts in Financial Economics . 60Thesis and Dissertations . 12Master of Arts in Gerontology . 64Research Using Human or Animal Subjects . 12Master of Arts in History . 65Student Record Information and Transcripts . 13Master of Arts in Professional Communication . 68Voluntary and Involuntary Medical Leave/Withdrawal . 13Master of Athletic Training . 70Withdrawal from a Course/Semester . 15Master of Business Administration . 73Withdrawal from the University . 16Master of Computing and Information Systems . 78Time Limit . 16Master of Education in Intervention Services . 81Intrauniversity Transfer (Change of Curriculum) . 16Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing . 84Academic Standards . 16Master of Fine Arts in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts . 87Second Master’s Degree . 17Master of Health and Human Services . 90Interrupted Enrollment . 17Master of Music . 93Full-Time Status . 17Music Education . 99Graduate Courses for Undergraduate Students . 17Music Performance . 100Grading Method and Procedures . 17Music Theory and Composition . 101Workshops . 18Jazz Studies . 102Auditing Courses . 18Music History and Literature . 103Course Registration . 18Master of Public Health . 104Minimum Registration Requirement . 20Master of Respiratory Care . 107Graduation Requirements . 20Master of Science in Applied Behavior Analysis . 109Visiting Graduate Students . 20Master of Science in Biological Sciences . 110Graduate Courses . 20Master of Science in Chemistry . 114COVID-19 . 21Master of Science in Criminal Justice . 117Admission . 21Master of Science in Environmental Science . 120Financial Assistance . 23Master of Science in Mathematics . 122Assistantships . 23Master of Science in Education in Counseling . 126Cushwa/Commercial Shearing Graduate Fellowships . 25Master of Science in Education—Educational Administration . 135Doctoral Fellowships . 25Master of Science in Education – Special Education . 141
Intervention Specialist Mild/Moderate Disabilities . 144Post-masters Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program . 194Autism and Related Disabilities . 146Post-Master’s Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner. 195Master of Science in Education—Teacher Education . 147Content Area Concentration . 150Curriculum and Instruction . 151Literacy . 154Master of Science in Engineering . 155Chemical Engineering . 156Civil and Environmental Engineering . 158Engineering Management . 161Electrical Engineering . 161Industrial and Systems Engineering . 164Mechanical Engineering . 166Master of Science in Nursing . 169Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner . 174Family Nurse Practitioner . 176Nurse Anesthetist . 177Nurse Education . 177School Nurse Licensure (non degree) . 178Master of Social Work . 179Certificate in Aging Studies . 182Certificate in Applied History . 183Certificate in Biological Sciences . 183Certificate in Data Analytics . 184Certificate in Economics . 184Certificate in English . 184Certificate in Enterprise Resource Planning . 185Certificate in Environmental Studies . 185Certificate in Health Care Management . 186Certificate in Health Informatics . 186Certificate in Homeland Security . 187Certificate in Instructional Communication . 187Certificate in Literature for Children and Young Adults . 187Certificate in Mathematics . 188Certificate in Professional and Technical Writing . 188Certificate in Public Health Administration . 189Certificate in Public Health . 189Certificate in Public Health Research . 190Certificate in Teacher Leadership . 190Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages(TESOL) . 191Certificate in the Teaching of Literature . 191Certificate in Teaching of Writing . 192Certificate in Working-Class Studies . 192Educational Licensure . 192Post-masters Certificate in Nurse Education . 195Post-masters Principal Certificate . 196Post-masters Superintendent Certificate . 197Tuition, Fees and Charges . 198Application for Involuntary Withdrawal . 198Billing . 198Graduate Description of Fees . 199Payment of Tuition and Fees . 202Reduction/Refund of Fee Charges Upon Withdrawal . 203Graduate Tuition Rates . 203University Resources . 206Academic Support Services . 206Campus Facilities . 210Campus Safety . 214Housing and Residence Life . 214Parking Services . 216Student Activities . 216Student Services . 221University/Community Outreach . 223Graduate Faculty . 225Index . 237
YSU 2021-2022 Graduate CatalogGRADUATE CATALOGYoungstown State University CatalogGraduate Edition2021-2022Effective August 2021Youngstown, OhioVolume 88College of Graduate StudiesCoffelt HallOne University PlazaYoungstown, OH 44555Telephone: (330) 941-3091Fax: (330) 941-1580gradcollege@ysu.edu (graduatecollege@ysu.edu)Salvatore A. Sanders, Ph.D.Dean of Graduate Studies and Assistant Provost for CyberlearningGeneral InformationAbout the CatalogPurpose/DisclaimerThe Youngstown State University Catalog is the official source ofundergraduate and graduate programs, courses, academic policies and specialprograms. The catalog should be used as a guide in conjunction with thestudent's academic advisor in ensuring that the necessary requirements aremet for graduation. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy at the timeof publication.The online catalog contains the most current information. Sections of theonline catalog may be printed as needed. Archived versions of catalogs (PDFformat) are also available. Students have the responsibility to become familiarwith catalog content as they pursue their educational goals.Throughout the site there are hyperlinks to other information resources atYoungstown State University. The information contained in these links isnot a part of the official University Catalog. While every effort is made toprovide accurate and current information, Youngstown State Universityreserves the right to make changes at any time with respect to policies,curricula, graduation requirements, courses, services provided or othermatters addressed in this publication and to make any changes retroactive forstudents currently enrolled.Catalog RightsDegree candidates are responsible for meeting university graduationrequirements stated in the Youngstown State University Catalog for theacademic year in which they are admitted to Youngstown State Universityunless a student changes his or her major. These graduation requirementsare known as catalog rights. Colleges reserve the right to alter the contentof courses, add and delete courses, and change required curricula to complywith accreditation, licensure, or state or federal regulations. These changesmay necessitate students update to a more recent Catalog. It is the student'sresponsibility to remain informed about such changes through regularinteraction with their academic advisor in monitoring progress towardsgraduation. No university official can relieve students of this responsibility.3Students may opt to update their catalog year to a more recent Catalog, indoing so students must comply with all requirements therein.Students who interrupt their enrollment in the university for one full academicyear or longer, consecutively, including summer, must meet the universitygraduation requirements of the catalog in effect when they return.In all instances, students who return to Youngstown State University afterenrolling at another college or university (except with transient or crossregistration permission) must follow the university graduation requirementsof the catalog in effect at the time of their readmission.Course NumberingSystem, Abbreviations, and Reference MarksCourse Numbering System, Abbreviations,and Reference MarksCourses listed in this catalog are of two types. Courses in the 5800 series are upper-division undergraduate courses inwhich graduate students may enroll for graduate credit with the approvalof an advisor. Courses in the 6900- and above series are graduate-level courses normallyopen only to graduate students but which undergraduates may elect underconditions outlined in Graduate Courses for Undergraduates. Courses inthe 8100 series are doctoral-level courses. The abbreviation s.h. at the end of a course description stands for“semester hours of credit.” Thus, credit for a three-hour, two-semestercourse is indicated by the notation 3 3 s.h., meaning three semester hoursof credit each semester. Prereq. stands for “prerequisite.” Comma. Ordinarily, a comma between numbers (e.g., 6907, 6908) indicatesthat the course extends throughout the year, but that credit towardgraduation is given for each course individually. En dash. An en dash between numbers (e.g., 6907–6908) indicates thatcredit is not given toward graduation for the work of the first semesteruntil the work of the second semester is completed, except when specialpermission is granted by the chair of the department in which the courseis given. The first semester of such a course is prerequisite to the second.Effective: Fall 2021- Summer 2022About the UniversityAbout The College of GraduateStudiesAdvance your degree, advance your career.YSU’s faculty is highly qualified and successful in research, scholarly andcreative works. Our programs offer the latest developments in researchand technology. Most importantly the college highly values teaching. Thismeans that the focus is on you and your professional development. Graduateprograms are designed to provide you with growth in both theory and practice.Field experiences are available and encouraged. In addition there are manyopportunities engage in research, scholarship and creative works with facultymembers.Our graduate faculty members are accessible both in and out of theclassroom. This provides you with the professional and personal interactionneeded to develop your potential in addition to increasing your career mobility.Whether you have a specific career path in mind, or are seeking broaderprofessional growth, you’ll find solid educational value at Youngstown StateUniversity. Pursue your graduate education here at YSU. You’ll find high qualitygraduate education at our remarkable university.
4Academic Policies, Rights, and ResponsibilitiesAcademic Policies, Rights, andResponsibilitiesAcademic CalendarFall 2021Nov. 29Mon.6:00 A.M.Thanksgivingacademic breakends – classesresumeDec. 13Mon.Final examinationsbeginDec. 18Sat.Final examinationsendDateDayEventDec. 18Sat.Aug. 30Mon.Classes begin –full term and first8-weeksClasses end – fullterm, second 8weeksDec. 19Sun.CommencementSept. 2Thurs.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –first 8-weeksDateDayLast day for 100%refund - first 8weeksDec. 23Thurs.Legal holiday –University closedDec. 24Fri.Legal holiday –University closedJan. 3Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJan. 10Mon.Classes begin –full term and first8-weeksJan. 13Thurs.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –first 8-weeksJan. 16Sun.Last day for 100%refund – first 8weeksJan. 17Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJan. 18Tues.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –full termJan. 23Sun.Last day for 100%refund – full termFeb. 11Fri.Last day towithdraw with agrade of 'W' – first8-weeksMar. 7Mon.Spring BreakBeginsMar. 13Sun.Spring Break EndsFeb. 18Fri.Last day to applyfor spring termgraduationMar. 5Sat.Classes end – first8-weeksMar. 14Mon.Classes begin –second 8-weeksMar. 17Thurs.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –second 8-weeksMar. 20Sun.Last day for 100%refund – second 8weeksSept. 5Sun.TimeSept. 6Mon.Legal holiday –University closedSept. 7Tues.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –full termSept. 12Sun.Last day for 100%refund – full termOct. 1Fri.Last day towithdraw with agrade of 'W' – first8-week termOct. 8Fri.Last day to applyfor fall termgraduationOct. 23Sat.First eight-weekterm endsOct. 25Mon.Classes begin –second 8-weeksOct. 28Thurs.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –second 8-weeksOct. 31Sun.Last day for 100%refund - second 8weeksOct. 31Sun.Last day towithdraw with agrade of 'W' – fulltermNov. 11Thurs.Legal holiday –University closedNov. 24Wed.No classesscheduled –University officesopenNov. 25Thurs.Legal holiday –University closedNov. 26Fri.Legal holiday –University closedNov. 26Fri.Last day towithdraw witha grade of 'W' –second 8-weeksSpring 2022TimeEvent
YSU 2021-2022 Graduate CatalogMar. 23Wed.Last day towithdraw with agrade of 'W' – fulltermAug 1Mon.Last day towithdraw witha grade of 'W' –second 7-weeksApr. 15Fri.Last day towithdraw witha grade of 'W' –second 8-weeksAug. 20Sat.May 2Mon.Final examinationsbeginFull Term, second7-weeks ends(final exams aregiven during lastclass session)May 7Sat.Final examinationsendMay 7Sat.Classes end – fullterm, second 8weeksMay 7Sat.CommencementDateDayMay 16Mon.May 19Thurs.Last Day to addclasses or changegrading option –first 7-weekMay 19Thurs.Last day to addclasses or changegrading option –full termMay 22Sun.Last day for 100%refund – first 7weeksAccelerated Online Program - Fall 2021DateDayAug. 30Mon.First 7-weeks termbeginsSept. 2Thurs.First 7-weeks lastday to add classesor change gradeoptionEventSept. 5Sun.Classes begin –full term, first 7weekFirst 7-Weeks Last day for 100%refundSept. 6Mon.Legal holiday –University closedSept. 26Sun.First 7-weeks- Last day toWithdraw with aGrade of 'W'Oct. 16Sat.First 7-weeks termendsOct. 16Fri.Second 7-weekspayment deadlineOct. 25Mon.Second 7-weeksterm beginsOct. 28Thurs.Second 7-weekslast day to addclasses or changegrade optionOct. 31Sun.Second 7-weeksLast day for 100%refundNov. 21Sun.Second 7-weeksfirst day towithdraw with 'W'Nov. 11Thurs.Legal holiday –University closedNov. 24Wed.No classesscheduled –University officesopenNov. 25Thurs.Legal holiday –University closedSummer 2022TimeMay 29Sun.Last day for 100%refund – full termMay 30Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJune 12Sun.Last day towithdraw with agrade of 'W' – first7-weeksJune 20Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJune 24Fri.Last day to applyfor summer termgraduationJuly 2Sat.Classes end –first 7-weeks (finalexams are givenduring last classsession)TimeEventJuly 4Mon.Legal holiday –University closedNov. 26Fri.Legal holiday –University closedJuly 5Tues.Classes begin –second 7-weektermNov. 29Mon.July 11Mon.Last day for 100%refund - Second 7WeeksThanksgivingacademic breakends - classesresuneDec. 11Sat.Second 7-weeksterm endsJuly 12Tues.5Last day towithdraw with agrade of 'W' – fullsummer term
6Academic IntegrityAccelerated Online Program - Spring 2022DateDayJan. 10Mon.First 7-weeks termbeginsJan. 13Thurs.First 7-weeks lastday to add classesor change gradingoptionJan. 16TimeSun.Fri.Second 7-weekslast day to addclasses or changegrading optionJuly 11Mon.Second 7-weekslast day for 100%refundAug. 1Mon.Second 7-weeksfirst day towithdraw with a 'W'Aug. 20Sat.Second 7-weeksterm endsEventFirst 7-weekslast day for 100%refundJan. 17Mon.Legal holiday –University closedFeb. 7Sun.First 7-weeks lastday to withdrawwith a 'W'Feb. 26Sat.First 7-weeks termendsMar. 14Mon.Second 7-weeksterm beginsMar. 17Thurs.Second 7-weekslast day to addclasses or changegrading optionMar. 20Sun.Second 7-weekslast day for 100%refundApr. 11Sun.Second 7-weekslast day towithdraw with a 'W'Apr. 30Sat.Second 7-weeksterm endsAccelerated OnlineProgram - Summer 2022TimeJuly 8DateDayEventMay 16Mon.First 7-weeks termbeginsMay 19Thurs.First 7-weeks lastday to add classesor change gradingoptionMay 22Sun.First 7-weekslast day for 100%refundMay 24Mon.First 7-weeks firstday to withdrawwith a 'W'May 30Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJune 13Sun.First 7-weeks lastday to withdrawwith a 'W'June 20Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJuly 3Sat.First 7-weeks termendsJuly 4Mon.Legal holiday –University closedJuly 5Tues.Second 7-weeksterm beginsAcademic IntegrityAcademic integrity is essential to the educational process and serves touphold the educational mission of the University. Therefore, all members ofthe University community have a responsibility for maintaining high standardsof honesty and ethical practice with regards to their academic endeavors.Students should consult with their instructor if they are not sure what mayconstitute a violation of the Academic Integrity policy. The full policy can befound in Article III. 1. of The Student Code of Conduct.Although instructors are responsible for taking all reasonable precautionsto limit the possibility of students violating the Academic Integrity policy,students share in this responsibility and should report any suspectedviolations to the instructor.After an instructor has identified a possible violation(s) of the AcademicIntegrity policy, they must notify the student of the allegation within 2University working days via University email and invite the student toparticipate in an Academic Integrity Conference. The instructor and studentmay also hold the Conference prior to email notification. The AcademicIntegrity Conference shall occur within five University working days of theemail notification to the student.If an instructor concludes that a student is responsible for a violation(s) of theAcademic Integrity policy, they may impose a sanction, including the following: official warning lowering the grade on the exam, paper, or assignment in question lowering the student's final grade for the course in question requesting additional action from the Academic Grievance Subcommitteevia a hearingA complete description of the Academic Integrity process is detailed in ArticleV. of The Student Code of Conduct. However, it should be noted that a studentcan: accept the charge(s) and sanction(s) offered by the instructor, which theyacknowledge by signing the Academic Integrity Form micIntegrityForm.pdf) accept the charge(s), but decline the sanction(s) offered by the instructor,which they acknowledge will transition the case to the AcademicGrievance Subcommittee for a hearing; the student will not sign theAcademic Integrity Form in this case decline the charge(s) and the sanction(s) offered by the instructor,which they acknowledge will transition the case to Academic GrievanceSubcommittee for a hearing; the student will not sign the AcademicIntegrity Form in this caseRegardless of if the student chooses to sign the Academic Integrity Form, anycase in which the student may face removal from their academic program orcollege, or University Suspension or Expulsion, requires a hearing before theAcademic Grievance Subcommittee to ensure due process for the student.
YSU 2021-2022 Graduate CatalogA representative from Community Standards and Student Conduct must bepresent at such hearings to serve in an advisory capacity.In situations where the student has a prior recorded violation of the AcademicIntegrity policy, an additional violation of the policy will require referral toCommunity Standards and Student Conduct for possible additional chargesand sanctions.The Student Code of Conduct is available online. A printed copy can be found inthe annual student handbook.Contact for Questions/ConcernsOffice: Office of Community Standards and Student ConductLocation: Kilcawley CenterWebsite: https://ysu.edu/student-conduct/code-conduct ommodations for Students withDisabilitiesThe Resch Academic Success Center Accessibility Services provides students,faculty, and staff with assistance and information regarding accommodationsfor students with disabilities, either permanent or temporary. Compliancewith the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act asamended in 2008 involves providing reasonable accommodations to qualifiedindividuals with disabilities. These accommodations are provided in orderto ensure equal access to people with disabilities regarding educationalopportunities, programs, and activities.The Resch Academic Success Center Accessibility Services addresses theneeds of students with disabilities. Support for academic success includes: Serving as the gateway for accommodations for YSU students withdisabilities Providing accommodation information Collaborating with faculty/staff regarding issues involving students withdisabilities Arranging for classroom accommodations for students with disabilities toallow equal educational access Making campus referrals/connectionsTo inquire about receiving disability services, please contact the office at(330) 941-1372 (voice), (866) 757-1353 (video), or (330) 941-7470 (fax). Aconfidential appointment will be set up to discuss accommodation needs.Contact for Questions/ConcernsOffice: Resch Academic Success Center Accessibility ServicesLocation: Kilcawley Center Room 2082Website: https://ysu.edu/center-for-student-progress/disabi
YSU 2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 3 GRADUATE CATALOG Youngstown State University Catalog Graduate Edition 2021-2022 Effective August 2021 Youngstown, Ohio Volume 88 College of Graduate Studies Coffelt Hall One University Plaza Youngstown, OH 44555 Telephone: (330) 941-3091 Fax: (330) 941-1580 gradcollege@ysu.edu (graduatecollege@ysu.edu) Salvatore .
