SPAS - Plus Program - Frequenty Asked Questions about Online Courses
What is a PLUS course?
A PLUS course is any SPAS course not incorporated into an existing SPAS degree program, generally fulfilling General Education or Elective criteria.
How many class sessions are in a PLUS course?
PLUS on ground courses are offered in the same format as most SPAS courses--five class sessions (with the expection of languages courses which are six weeks long) of four hours each, supplemented by additional study group meetings. Online courses are mostly six weeks long, with the exception of the Introductory Microsoft Excel course, which is four weeks long.
What time are on ground classes scheduled?
Weeknights--6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturdays--8 a.m. to 12 p.m. unless otherwise specified.
What is the cost of a PLUS course?
Tuition is $795.00 and books are $70.00, bringing the total cost to $865.00.
How many semester credit hours are PLUS courses?
PLUS courses are 3 credit hours each, with the exception of the Introductory Microsoft Excel course, which is 2 credit hours.
When should I register for a PLUS class?
Registrations are accepted up to two weeks prior to the first class session.
Where do I find out what PLUS courses are currently scheduled?
PLUS course schedules are posted in classrooms and breakrooms at both the Charlotte and Asheville campus, distributed to students periodically, and posted online.
Whom do I contact about registering for a PLUS class?
Submit your registration to your academic advisor or contact the Coordiantor of PLUS.
Priscilla Dreisbach
Coordinator of PLUS/Special Courses
P.O. Box 1267
Montreat, NC 28757
828-669-8012 ext. 2757
Fax 828-669-0500
pdreisbach@montreat.edu |
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