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Table of ContentsChancellor’s Welcome. 2Accreditation. 2Academic Calendar. 3About Catalog . 19University Policies. 21Academic Requirements, Regulations, &Policies . 23Testing Scores Placement Guide.26Second Language Requirement.35General Education Requirements (CoreCurriculum).37Quick Start Guide . 42Admissions. 44Transfer Student Services .55International Student Services.51Intensive English Language Program (IELP) .53Financial Aid and Scholarships. 58Tuition and Fees. 60Advising (Trojan Academic Advising andSupport Center . 64Registration. 65Student Life, Activities, & Services. 69AcademicsPrograms by Degrees Types. 78Interdisciplinary Studies. 80Associate of Arts in General Studies.80Donaghey Scholars.81100% Online Programs. 82Benton Campus.83College of Arts, Letters, & Sciences . 84Pre-Professional Studies (Pre-Med, Pre-Dental, etc.). 85Arts:Department of Art.86Department of Music .94Department of Theatre Arts & Dance . 100Letters:Department of English . 104Department of History. 110Department of World Languages . 114Department of Philosophy & InterdisciplinaryStudies. 119Sciences:Department of Biology . 124Environmental Health Sciences. 126Department of Chemistry . 133Department of Mathematics & Statistics . 137Department of Physics & Astronomy . 147College of Business. 151Department of Accounting . 154Department of Business Information Systems. 156Department of Economics & Finance . 161Department of Management . 167Department of Marketing & Advertising . 172International Business Program . 174College of Education & HealthProfessions . 177Education:School of Education . 178Minor in Education (Teacher Licensure).187Health Professions:Department of Audiology &Speech Pathology . 194School of Counseling, Human Performance,and Rehabilitation . 197Department of Nursing. 205School of Social Work . 216Donaghey College of Engineering &Information Technology . 219Department of Computer Science. 221Department of Construction Managementand Civil and Construction Engineering . 230Department of Earth Sciences. 246Department of Engineering Technology . 252Department of Information Science . 261Department of Systems Engineering. 271College of Social Sciences &Communication . 277Social Sciences:Department of Criminal Justice . 280Department of Psychology . 283School of Public Affairs. 285International Studies.287Legal Studies (Pre-Law).288Nonprofit Studies.294Department of Sociology & Anthropology . 297Communication:School of Mass Communication . 300Department of Rhetoric & Writing. 307Department of Applied Communication . 310Courses Index. . 314Undergraduate Courses.315-498About UA Little Rock. . 499Administration and Staff . 503Campus Map. . 506
CHANCELLOR’S WELCOMEThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a public university committedto providing convenient, high-quality educational opportunities to ourstudents while helping move Arkansas forward.UA Little Rock serves a talented and diverse group of students. We offera broad range of academic programs, including a comprehensive set ofundergraduate majors, graduate certificates, master’s degrees, doctorates,and a law degree.Our alumni are leaders in Arkansas and around the world in technology,government, engineering, health care, the arts, education, social services,and business. Alumni will tell you that, in addition to acquiring new knowledgein your chosen discipline, your experience at UA Little Rock will strengthenyour critical thinking and problem-solving skills, better preparing you topursue graduate studies or career opportunities.The university also plays a critical role in advancing Arkansas’s future. Through community partnershipsand economic development initiatives, UA Little Rock helps the state compete in the global and increasinglyknowledge-based economy. Our numerous partnerships with state and local government, businesses, andnon-profit organizations can provide you with learning opportunities to develop and enhance your skills inregular job settings. UA Little Rock is uniquely positioned to provide you with the skills, knowledge, andexperience you need to reach the next step on your path to success. I encourage you to take advantage ofall the university has to offer.Sincerely yours,Andrew Rogerson, ChancellorACCREDITATIONThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.University of Arkansas at Little Rock2801 South UniversityLittle Rock, Arkansas 72204Phone: (501) 569-3000ualr.eduThe Higher Learning Commission30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504Phone: (800) 621-7440/(312) 263-0456Fax: (312) 263-7462ncahlc.orgAccreditations and AffiliationsUA Little Rock is designated a Military Friendly School by Victory Media, the leader in successfullyconnecting the military and civilian worlds.Specific degree programs are also accredited or affiliated with many external accrediting/certifying bodies. A complete listis located on the Accreditation website (ualr.edu/accreditation).
Academic Calendar2019-2020Fall 2019 Registration DatesPriority Registration by class standing:-Grad/Post-Baccalaureate/Senior/Special Groups*-Juniors-Sophomores-FreshmenMar. 25 – Mar. 29Mar. 25 – 26Mar. 27Mar. 28Mar. 29Regular RegistrationFull Term Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug. 18Aug. 19 – 25, by 4 p.m.First 9 Week Term – 910-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug. 18Aug. 19 – 25, by 4 p.m.Second 9 Week Term – 920-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Sep. 22Sep. 23 – Sep. 29, by 4 p.m.First 7 Week Term – 710-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug 18Aug. 19 – 21, by 4 p.m.Second 7 Week Term – 720-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Oct. 14Oct. 15 – 17, by 4 p.m.First 5 Week Term – 510-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug 18Aug. 19 – 20, by 4 p.m.Second 5 Week Term – 520-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Sep. 24Sep. 25 – Sep 26, by 4 p.m.Third 5 Week Term – 530-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationMar. 30 – Oct. 31Nov. 1 – 4, by 4 p.m.Special Groups* include benefits eligible Military/Veterans, Donaghey Scholars, Athletes, and Science Scholars.3UA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog -
General DatesUndergrad Admission Application DeadlinePlease visit the Office of Admission’s website.Campus Change Deadline (Main to Online/Online to Main)Aug. 16University Closed (Labor Day Holiday)Sep. 2Graduation Application DueOct. 4Midterm Grade Entry OpenOct. 1GradFest (DSC Lower Level)Oct. 8 & 9 (11:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.)Fall Break (Students)Nov. 25 – Dec. 1University Closed (Thanksgiving)Nov. 28 – Dec. 1CommencementDec. 14 (9:30 a.m.)University Closed (Holiday Break)Dec. 20 – Jan. 1Last Day to Remove “I” from any Fall 2019 Term(Deadline to Remove Incomplete Grade Receivedin Fall 2019 for Undergraduate Students.)UA Little RockMay 14, 20202019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog - 4
All terms beginningAugust 19, 2019Fall Full Term (Regular Semester - 1) Aug. 19 - Dec. 10Regular RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug. 18Senior Citizen RegistrationAug. 16 – 25, by 4 p.mClasses BeginAug. 19Late RegistrationAug. 19 – 25, by 4 p.m.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change Audit StatusPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 50% RefundPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop an Individual ClassOct. 15, by 5 p.m.Last Day of ClassDec. 2Last Day to Withdraw From All ClassesDec. 2, by 5 p.m.Consultation DayDec. 3Final ExamsDec. 3 – 10Grades Due (by instructor)Dec. 12, by 12 noonFirst 9-Week Term (910) - Aug. 19 - Oct. 21Regular RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug. 18Senior Citizen RegistrationAug. 19 – 25, by 4 p.m.Classes BeginAug. 19Late RegistrationAug. 19 – Aug. 25, by 4 p.m.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change Audit StatusPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 50% RefundPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.5UA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog -
All terms beginningAugust 19, 2019First 9-Week Term (910) - Aug. 19 - Oct. 21Last Day to Drop an Individual ClassSep. 24, by 5 p.m.Last Day to Withdraw From All ClassesOct. 18, by 5 p.m.Last Day of ClassOct. 21Final ExamsOct. 21Grades DueOct. 23, by 12 noonFirst 7-Week Term (710) - Aug. 19 - Oct. 9Regular RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug. 18Senior Citizen RegistrationAug. 19 – 22, by 4 p.m.Classes BeginAug. 19Late RegistrationAug. 19 – 21, by 4 p.m.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 100% Refund;Payment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change Audit StatusPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop an Individual ClassSep. 18, by 5 p.m.Last Day to Withdraw From All ClassesOct. 8, by 5 p.m.Last Day of ClassOct. 9Final ExamsOct. 9Grades DueOct. 11, by 12 noonUA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog - 6
All terms beginningAugust 19, 2019First 5-Week Term (510) - Aug. 19 – Sep. 23Regular RegistrationMar. 30 – Aug. 18Senior Citizen RegistrationAug. 19 – 21, by 4 p.m.Classes BeginAug. 19Late RegistrationAug. 19 – 20, by 4 p.m.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change Audit StatusPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop or Withdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change Audit StatusPayment dates/refund schedule:Bursar’s Office Website.Last Day to Drop an Individual Class (510)Sep. 6, by 5 p.m.Last Day to Withdraw From All Classes (510)Sep. 20 , by 5 p.m.Last Day of Class (510)Sep. 23Final Exams (510)Sep. 23Grades Due (510)Sep. 24, by 12 noon7UA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog -
All terms beginningAll terms beginningSeptember 23, 2019September 25, 2019Second 9-Week Term (920)Sep. 23 - Nov. 22Second 5-Week Term (520)Sep. 25 – Oct. 29Regular RegistrationMar. 30 – Sep. 24Senior CitizenRegistrationSep. 25 – Sep. 27, by4 p.m.Classes BeginSep. 25Late RegistrationSep. 25 – Sep 26, by4 p.m.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 100%Refund; Last Day toChange Audit StatusFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 50%RefundFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Oct. 28, by 5 p.m.Last Day to Drop anIndividual ClassOct. 14, by 5 p.m.Last Day to WithdrawFrom All ClassesNov. 21, by 5 p.m.Last Day to WithdrawFrom All ClassesOct. 28, by 5 p.m.Last Day of ClassNov. 22Last Day of ClassOct. 29Final ExamsNov. 22Final ExamsOct. 29Grades DueDec. 3, by 12 noonGrades DueOct. 30, by 12 noonRegular RegistrationMar. 30 – Sep. 22Senior CitizenRegistrationSep. 23 – Sep. 29, by4 p.mClasses BeginSep. 23Late RegistrationSep. 23 – Sep. 29, by4 p.m.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 100%Refund; Last Day toChange Audit StatusFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 50%RefundFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop anIndividual ClassUA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog - 8
All terms beginningAll terms beginningOctober 14, 2019October 31, 2019Second 7-Week Term (720)Oct. 14 - Dec. 10Third 5-Week Term (530)Oct. 31 - Dec. 11Regular RegistrationMar. 30 – Oct. 13Senior CitizenRegistrationOct. 14 – 17, by 4 p.mClasses BeginOct. 14Late RegistrationLast Day to Drop orWithdraw for 100%Refund; Last Day toChange Audit StatusOct. 14 – 17, by 4 p.m.For paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 50%RefundFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.RegularRegistrationMar. 30 – Oct. 30Senior CitizenRegistrationOct. 31 – Nov. 5, by 4p.m.Classes BeginOct. 31Late RegistrationOct. 31 – Nov. 4, by 4p.m.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 100%Refund; Last Day toChange AuditStatusFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 50%RefundFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop anIndividual ClassNov. 12, by 5 p.m.Last Day to WithdrawFrom All ClassesDec. 9, by 5 p.m.Last Day to Dropan Individual ClassNov. 19, by 5 p.m.Last Day of ClassDec. 10Dec. 10, by 5 p.m.Final ExamsDec. 10Last Day toWithdraw From AllClassesGrades DueDec. 12, by 12 noonLast Day of ClassDec. 11Final ExamsGrades DueDec. 11Dec. 12, by 12 noon9UA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog -
Spring 2020 Registration DatesPriority Registration by class standing:-Grad/ Post-Baccalaureate/Senior/Special Groups*-Juniors-Sophomores-FreshmenRegular Registration For All StudentsLate Registration For All StudentsFull Term – 1-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationOct. 28, 2019Oct. 30, 2019Oct. 31, 2019Nov. 1, 2019Nov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20, 2020Jan. 21 – Jan. 27, by 4 p.m.Nov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Jan 21 – Jan. 27, by 4 p.m.Jan. 17 – Jan. 27, by 4 p.m.First 9 Week Term – 910-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Jan. 21 – Jan. 27, by 4 p.m.Jan. 17 – Jan. 27, by 4 p.m.Second 9 Week Term – 920-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Feb. 23Feb. 24 – Feb. 27, by 4 p.m.Feb. 21 – Feb. 27, by 4 p.m.First 7 Week Term – 710-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Jan. 21 – Jan. 23, by 4 p.m.Jan. 17 – Jan. 23, by 4 p.m.Second 7 Week Term – 720-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Mar. 15Mar. 16 – Mar. 18, by 4 p.m.Mar. 13 – Mar. 18, by 4 p.m.First 5 Week Term – 510-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Jan. 21 – Jan. 22, by 4 p.m.Jan. 17 – Jan. 22, by 4 p.m.Second 5 Week Term – 520-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Feb. 25Feb. 26 – Feb. 27, by 4 p.m.Feb. 25 – Feb. 27, by 4 p.m.Third 5 Week Term – 530-Regular Registration-Late RegistrationSenior Citizen RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Apr. 08Apr. 09 – Apr. 10, by 4 p.m.Apr. 08 – Apr. 10, by 4 p.m.Special Groups* include benefits eligible Military/Veterans, Donaghey Scholars, Athletes, and Science Scholars.UA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog - 10
General DatesUndergrad Admission Application DeadlineVisit Office of Admission’s website.Campus Change Deadline (Main to Online/Online to Main)Jan. 17University Closed (Martin Luther King, Jr. Day)Jan. 20, 2020Mid-Term Grade EntryFeb. 27 – Mar. 17Spring 2020 Graduation Application DeadlineMarch 9, 2020GradFest (DSC Lower Level)( TBA )Spring BreakMar. 23 – Mar. 29(University Closed Mar. 27)CommencementMay 16, 2020 (9:30 a.m. & 3 p.m.)Last Day to Remove “I” from Any Spring 2020 TermDeadline to Remove Incomplete Grade Receivedin Sprig 2020 for Undergraduate Students.)December 17, 202011UA Little Rock2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog -
Spring Full Term (regular semester - 1)Jan. 21 - May 13Regular RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Senior Citizen RegistrationJan. 17 – Jan. 27, by 4p.m.Classes BeginJan. 21, 2020Late RegistrationJan. 21 – Jan. 27, by 4p.m.First 9-Week Term (910)Jan. 21 - Mar. 30Regular RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Senior Citizen RegistrationJan. 17 – Jan. 27, by 4p.m.Classes BeginJan. 21, 2020Late RegistrationJan. 21 – Jan. 27, by 4p.m.Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change AuditStatusFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Jan. 25Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 100% Refund;Last Day to Change AuditStatusFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Saturday Classes BeginJan. 25Last Day to Drop orWithdraw for 50% RefundLast Day to Drop orWithdraw for 50% RefundFor paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.For paymentdates or refundschedule please visitthe Bursar’s OfficeWebsite.Last Day to Drop anIndividual ClassFeb. 21, by 5 p.m.Last Day to Withdraw FromAll ClassesLast Day of ClassMar. 29, by 5 p.m.Final ExamsMar. 30Grades DueApr. 1, by 12 noonLast Day to Drop anIndividual ClassMar. 17, by 5 p.m.Last Day of ClassMay 4Last Day to Withdraw FromAll ClassesMay 4, by 5 p.m.Consultation DayFinal ExamsMay 5, 2020May 5 – May 12Grades DueMay 14, by 12 noonUA Little RockSaturday Classes BeginMar. 302019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog - 12
First 7-Week Term (710)Jan. 21 - Mar. 11First 5-Week Term (510)Jan. 21 - Feb. 24Regular RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Regular RegistrationNov. 1, 2019 – Jan. 20Senior CitizenJan. 17 – Jan. 23, by 4 p.m.Senior CitizenJan. 17 – Jan. 22, by 4 p.m.RegistrationRegistrationClasses BeginJan. 21, 2020Classes BeginJan. 21Late RegistrationJan. 21 – Jan. 23, by 4 p.m.Late RegistrationJan. 21 – Jan. 22, by 4 p.m.Last Day to Drop orFor paymentLast Day to Drop orFor paymentWithdraw for 100%dates or refundWithdraw for 100%dates or refundRefund; L
a broad range of academic programs, including a comprehensive set of undergraduate majors, graduate certificates, master’s degrees, doctorates, and a law degree. Our alumni are leaders in Arkansas and around the world in technology, government, engineering, health care, the arts, education, social services, and business.
