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This catalog has been amendedon the following dates:October 24th, 2019August 2019 - July 2021

CARLOS ALBIZU UNIVERSITYLogoAs envisioned by our Founder, the logo of Carlos Albizu University symbolizes theinstitution’s mission and values. The circle is representative of the life cycle: life as apsychosocial experience as well as a biological phenomenon. The inverted trianglerepresents an individual’s spiritual dimension expressed and fulfilled by the acts offaith, hope, and charity, the latter being the full actualization of love. The humanizedPsi symbol at the center expresses the conviction that one should be at the service ofhumanity.“An educated society at the service of humanity has the responsibility of nurturing thesespiritual virtues so that individuals can achieve their full potential and thus help createa culture of peace for all."Carlos Albizu-Miranda, Ph.D.First President and FounderRev. 05/22/06ii

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGEWelcome to the catalog for the San Juan Campus of Carlos Albizu University! Within, you will findinformation on all the activities of our university, including the programs we offer, our studentservices, and our institutional policies.Since 1966, Albizu has been a pioneer in offering master’s programs in clinical psychology andindustrial/organizational psychology in Puerto Rico. It was also the first to offer Doctor of Philosophy(Ph.D.) programs in these disciplines and a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) program in clinicalpsychology. From its starting point in behavioral sciences, the University expanded its programmaticofferings to health sciences when it established programs in speech and language therapy and/orpathology at all its campuses, including the Mayagüez University Center, an extension center of the SanJuan Campus, opened in January 2015.Speech/language therapy and pathology are now among the top professional programs we offer inPuerto Rico. The San Juan Campus also offers an interdisciplinary bachelor’s program that allowsstudents to pursue a concentration in speech/language therapy or psychology.Since professional psychology was its founding pillar, the University has further expanded the master’sprograms in counseling psychology, school psychology, and industrial/organizational psychology.Even with all the information available in this catalog, it is not possible to transmit the appreciation wefeel for anyone interested in our institution. It is also difficult to show here the close relationship andcooperation that exists among students, faculty, and staff. All the activities carried out at Carlos AlbizuUniversity are aimed at promoting and facilitating the academic performance of each student and theprocesses that support the University’s curricular and extracurricular activities. Carlos Albizu Universityis a student-centered institution of higher education.To better understand these intangible dimensions, we invite those of you who are not already part ofthe Albizu community to come and visit us. We invite you to see and feel the student environmentconducive to learning that you will find at our San Juan Campus and at the Mayagüez University Center.Sincerely,José Pons-Madera, Ph.D.Presidentiii

CHANCELLOR’S MESSAGECarlos Albizu University is an institution founded in 1966 on the dreams and aspirations of Dr. CarlosAlbizu Miranda. Dr. Albizu’s first and foremost interest was to educate and train Puerto Ricanprofessionals dedicated to investigating mental conditions and developing culturally sensitive therapiesfor Hispanics. He understood the importance of delivering mental and social services of the highestquality in order to advance the economic progress and social welfare of Puerto Rico and the growingHispanic population in the United States. The San Juan Campus of Carlos Albizu University is a legacy ofcommitment and high aspirations, centered on recruiting candidates who exemplify Dr. Albizu’s idealsand educational philosophy. Carlos Albizu University will continue to expand its academic offerings withprograms and other types of services that effectively respond to the ever-changing needs of the PuertoRican society. We strive to position ourselves as the institution of reference for the provision ofeducational services in the disciplines included in this catalog. I encourage you to take full advantage ofthis opportunity and wish you the best educational experience.Cordially,Julio Santana Mariño, Ph.D.Chancelloriv

CARLOS ALBIZU UNIVERSITYBOARD OF TRUSTEESRuth L. González Díaz, Psy.D., M.B.A.ChairAdalberto Ramírez, M.B.A.Chair ElectJaime L. Albors Bigas, M.B.A.SecretaryAna I. Agosto Zayas, C.P.A.TreasurerJaime Plá Cortés, M.H.S.A.MemberJorge González Monclova, Ph.D.MemberRuth C. Prevor, Ph.D. A.B.P.P.MemberÁngel M. Matos Lugo, M.D.MemberMaribel Del Rio-Roberts, Psy.D.MemberTeresita M. BolívarMemberJosé M. FernándezMemberAntonio Puente, Ph.D.MemberGualberto RodríguezEmeritus MemberCENTRAL ADMINISTRATIONJosé I. Pons Madera, Ph.D.PresidentJulio Santana Mariño, Ph.D.Chancellor, San Juan Campusv

ADMINISTRATION OF THE SAN JUAN CAMPUSJulio Santana Mariño, Ph.D.ChancellorJosé A. Pérez Santiago, Ph.D.Academic DeanCarmen Rivera Laboy, M.B.A.Dean of StudentsRosa Belvis López, M.B.A.Dean of Enrollment ManagementSonia Cepeda Hernández, Ph.D.Director of the Counseling Psychology ProgramLymaries Padilla Cotto, Ph.D.Research Training Program DirectorMarcos Reyes, Ph.D.Director of the Clinical Psychology Ph.D. ProgramGilda Rodríguez Díaz, Psy.D.Clinical Training Program DirectorRamón Rodríguez Montalbán, Ph.D.Director of the Industrial/Organizational Psychology M.S. and Ph.D. ProgramsLizzette Román, S.L.P.D.Director of the Speech and Language Pathology ProgramAna Sala Morales, Psy.D.Director of the Clinical Psychology Psy.D. ProgramGretchen Seda Irizarry, Ph.D.Director of the School Psychology Program and Ph.D. Program in Psychologywith Specialization in Consulting, Research and TeachingArlene Vélez, Ph.D.Director Interdisciplinary Baccalaureate ProgramLuaida Oyola, M.P.A.Continuing Education DirectorDoris Quero Méndez M.B.A.Financial Aid DirectorMaría de Lourdes Rivera Nieves, M.B.A.RegistrarYolanda Rosario Rosario, M.Ed.Carlos Albizu Library Directorvi

ADMINISTRATION OF THE MAYAGÜEZ UNIVERSITY CENTERJulio Santana Mariño, Ph.D.ChancellorCarmen Rivera Laboy, M.B.A.Dean of StudentsRosa Belvis López, M.B.A.Dean of Enrollment ManagementYoussef Ahmad Pereira, Ph.D.Associate Academic DeanMelissa Bezares, Psy.D.Director of the Albizu ClinicSonia Cepeda Hernández, Ph.D.Director of the Counseling Psychology ProgramRamón Rodríguez Montalbán, Ph.D.Director of the Industrial/Organizational Psychology ProgramLizzette Román, S.L.P.D.Director of the Speech and Language Pathology ProgramLourdes Santana, Psy.D.Director of the Clinical Psychology Psy.D. ProgramGretchen Seda Irizarry, Ph.D.Interim Director of the School Psychology ProgramArlene Vélez, Ph.D.Director Interdisciplinary Baccalaureate ProgramAnnette Rodríguez, J.D.Assistant Director of the Speech and Language Pathology ProgramYahaira Segarra, Ph.D.Assistant Director of the Counseling Psychology ProgramCruz Corraliza Torres, M.A.Assistant Administration DirectorDoris Quero Méndez M.B.A.Financial Aid DirectorMaría Rivera Nieves, M.B.A.RegistrarYolanda Rosario Rosario, M.Ed.Carlos Albizu Library Directorvii

TABLE OF CONTENTSCarlos Albizu UniversityGeneral Information . 1History. 2Mission . 2Vision . 2Values . 2Campus InformationGeneral Information . 4Academic Programs . 4Location, Hours, and Contact Information . 5Accreditation . 6Licensing . 6Professional Affiliations . 6Articulation Agreements . 7Certification . 7Professional Licensure . 7Languages of the San Juan Campus and Mayagüez University Center . 8Libraries . 8Computer Laboratories . 8Institutional Documents for Students . 9San Juan Campus and Mayagüez University Center Calendar . 9San Juan Campus Catalog . 9Academic PoliciesAcademic Calendar . 10Institutional Admission Policy . 10Identity Verification. 14Official Albizu Transcripts . 15Institutional Leave . 15Transitional Leave . 15Undergraduate Program Readmission . 15Institutional Graduate Program Readmission Policy . 16Cross-Registration . 17Institutional Course Challenging Policy. 17Credit Hour Policy . 18Institutional Graduate-Level Degree Evaluation Policy . 20Distance Learning . 21Institutional Time Limit Policy, including Extension for Degree Completion . 21Institutional Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (Student Evaluations) . 22Schedule of Minimum Incremental Progress . 26Grading Policy . 27Incomplete Grade Policy . 27No-Grade (NG) Policy. 28Change of Grades Policy . 28No-Show . 28Academic Dismissal . 28Extended Leave . 29Withdrawal from the University . 29Administrative Withdrawal Policy . 29Disciplinary Procedures . 29Arrangements for Students Should a Program Close or the Institution Cease to Operate . 29viii

Appeal Procedures . 29Academic Advisement . 30Change of Program and/or Concentration . 30Course Cancellation Policy . 30Independent Study Courses . 30Student InformationRegular Students . 33Doctoral Candidates . 33Transfer of Credit Policy . 33Waiver of Master’s Level Examinations for Clinical Psychology Students . 35Completion of Speech and Language Clinical Practice Hours in the Workplace . 35Intercampus Transfer Policy . 35Students with Disabilities . 36Veterans/Military Personnel . 36Non-Degree Students . 37Student Council . 37Student Life/Student Organizations . 37Guidelines for Student Behavior . 38International Students . 38Guidelines for Confidentiality . 39Degree Requirements Policy . 41Policy for the Conferment of a Posthumous Degree to a Student . 41Graduation Requirements and Participation in the Commencement Ceremony . 41Financial InformationFinancial Aid . 44Tuition and Fees Policy . 48Payment Terms . 48Add/Drop and Refund Policy . 49Return of Title IV Funds . 50Withdrawal . 51Payment Method . 51Financial Holds . 51San Juan Campus and Mayagüez University Center Tuition and FeesAll Programs . 52Undergraduate Program . 52Graduate Programs . 52Seminar Fees . 53Late Charges and Penalties . 53Library Dues . 53Specialized Services and ProgramsContinuing Education Program . 54San Juan Campus Technology Services . 55Mayagüez University Center Technology Services. 56Online Services . 56Tutoring Center . 58Institutional Center for Scientific Research . 58Interdisciplinary Baccalaureate (B.I)Mission . 59Goals and Objectives . 59ix

Interdisciplinary Baccalaureate Program with Concentrations inPsychology or Speech and Language Therapy . 59Admission Requirements and Procedures . 59

offerings to health sciences when it established programs in speech and language therapy and/or pathology at all its campuses, including the Mayagüez University Center, an extension center of the San Juan Campus, opened in January 2015. Speech/language therapy and pathology are now among the top profes