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2016-2017



KEISER UNIVERSITY

UNDERGRADUATE

CATALOG
October, 2016

VOLUME 16, NO. 2



2016 - 2017


KEISER UNIVERSITY

www.keiseruniversity.edu

Keiser University, Ft. Lauderdale

1500 NW 49th Street

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309

(954) 776-4456

Toll Free (800)-749-4456

Online Division

1900 W. Commercial Blvd. Suite 100

Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309

Local (954) 351- 4040

Toll Free (888) 4-KEISER (US only)


Additional Locations

Keiser University, Clearwater

16120 US Highway 19 North

Clearwater, FL 33764

(727) 373-1380



Keiser University College of Golf and Sport Management

2600 North Military Trail,

West Palm Beach, FL 33409

(561) 478-5500


Keiser University, Daytona

1800 Business Park Boulevard

Daytona Beach, Florida 32114

(386) 274-5060



Keiser University Flagship Campus
2600 North Military Trail,

West Palm Beach, FL 33409


(561) 478-5500

Keiser University, Ft. Myers

9100 Forum Corporate Parkway

Ft. Myers, Florida 33905

(239) 277-1336



Keiser University, Jacksonville

6430 Southpoint Parkway

Jacksonville, Florida 32216

(904) 296-3440



Keiser University, Lakeland

2400 Interstate Drive

Lakeland, Florida 33805

(863) 682-6020



Keiser University, Melbourne

900 South Babcock Street

Melbourne, Florida 32901

(321) 409-4800



Keiser University, Miami

2101 NW 117th Avenue

Miami, Florida 33172

(305) 596-2226



Keiser University, New Port Richey

6014 US Highway 19 North, Suite 250

New Port Richey, FL 34652

(727) 484-3110



Keiser University, Orlando

5600 Lake Underhill Road

Orlando, Florida 32807

(407) 273-5800



Keiser University, Pembroke Pines

1640 SW 145th Avenue

Pembroke Pines, Florida 33027

(954) 431-4300



Keiser University, Port St. Lucie

10330 South U.S. 1

Port St. Lucie, Florida 34952

(772) 398-9990



Keiser University, San Marcos

Gasolinera UNO, 2 c al sur

San Marcos, Carazo, Nicaragua

Local (505) 2535-2314 / 2535-2312

Toll Free (800) 969-1685

Keiser University, Sarasota

6151 Lake Osprey Drive

Sarasota, Florida 34240

(941) 907-3900



Keiser University, Shanghai

Summit Center F13, West Yanan Road

Shanghai, China 200052

+86 21 6207 6550

Keiser University, Tallahassee

1700 Halstead Boulevard

Tallahassee, Florida 32309

(850) 906-9494



Keiser University Tallahassee Annex

1276 Metropolitan Boulevard

Tallahassee, Florida 32312

(850) 692-0100



Keiser University, Tampa

5002 West Waters Avenue

Tampa, Florida 33634

(813) 885-4900



Keiser University, West Palm Beach

2085 Vista Parkway

West Palm Beach, Florida 33411

(561) 471-6000




University-Wide Undergraduate Catalog and Announcement Bulletin October 11, 2016, Volume 16, No. 2


Keiser University publishes an “electronic catalog” annually with periodic updates in an effort to provide updated information to students on an ongoing basis.  In spite of this desire and intention, Keiser University reserves the right to make changes in its programs and the content of this catalog as necessary on an ongoing basis in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.  The University makes every effort to provide current and prospective students with the most up-to-date and current information available, and will continue this practice as a matter of policy and practice.  Students also may access the University web site at http://www.keiseruniversity.edu or call the main campus at 954-776-4456 for specific information if desired. 



Table of Contents


General Information 11

Mission Statement 11

Philosophy 11

Strategic Directions 12

History 15

Accreditation 17

Americans with Disabilities Act 22

Equal Opportunity Statement 23

Memberships and Approvals 24

Governance 26



Descriptions of Facilities and Equipment 27

Admissions 41

General Admissions Requirements 41

Academic Placement Determination 46

Program-Specific Admissions Requirements 46

International Students 46

Undergraduate Transfer of Credit Policy 48

College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Policy 57

Advanced Placement Policy 59

Policy on Transfer Credit for Military Training and Education 63

Credit for Life Experience Policy 64

Florida’s Statewide Course Numbering System 65

Financial Services 69

Consumer Information 69

General Information 69

Grants 70

Loans 71

Scholarships 72

Student Eligibility Requirements 73

Financial Aid Procedures 74

Student Rights 75

Student Responsibilities 76

Satisfactory Academic Progress 77

Specific Standards for Allied Health Programs 81



Tuition, Fees, and Other Costs 85

Costs 85


Cancellation and Refund Policy 93

Return of Title IV Funds (R2T4) 94

Cancellation/Withdrawal Calculation 95

Student Services 97

Orientation 97

Career Services 97

Student Organizations 99

Alumni Association 102

Counseling 103

Housing 103

Health Insurance 103

Graduation 103

Distance Learning 105

Objectives 105

Admissions Requirements for Enrollment in Online Learning 106

Faculty/Student Interaction 106

Facilities and Equipment 106

Student Services 107

Academic Advising 107

Testing 107

Delivery of Books 107

Administrative Policies and Procedures 108

General Information 108

Effective Catalog Date 109

Official Communication with Students 110

Bursar’s Office 110

University Bookstore 110

Fire Precautions 110

Campus Safety 110

Parking 111

Student Conduct Policies 112

Academic Honesty Policy 112

Professional Behavior Policy 117

Academic and Administrative Dismissal 120

Standards of Appearance 122

Grievance Procedures 124

Drug Policy 125

Firearms Policy 125

Arbitration Clause for Keiser University 126

Intellectual Property Policy 126

Privacy of Student Records 127

Keiser University Transcripts 129

Sexual Harassment 129

Title IX Compliance 130

Academic Policies 131

Credit Hours 131

University Hours 131

Special Tutoring 131

Academic Advisement 131

Library System 132

General Education Courses 133

The Writing Studio 134

Gordon Rule 134

Average Class Size 135

Field Trips 135

Guest Lecturers 135

Schedule Changes 135

Course Waiver/Substitution 135

Attendance 135

Honor Code 136

Leave of Absence Policy 136

University Withdrawal Policy 137

Military Deployment Policy 138

Policy on Class Absences Due to Military Service 138

Policy On Military Stipends 139

Academic Re-Admittance Policy 141

Disciplinary Re-Admittance Policy 142

Add-Drop Period 142

Academic Load 142

Testing 143

Grading 143

Scholastic Honors 145

Repeating Courses 145

Core Course Repeat Policy 146

Independent/Directed Study 146

Academic Year 147

Grade Levels 147

Standardized Testing Requirements 147

Degree Requirements 147

Bachelor of Arts 147

Bachelor of Science 147

Additional Requirements for Bachelor of Arts or Science 148

Associate of Arts 148

Associate of Science 148

Additional Requirements for Associate of Arts or Science 149

Registry and Licensure Examinations 149



Programs Offered at Each Campus 150

Program Descriptions 185

BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREES 185

Accounting 185

Business Administration 189

Business Analytics 195

Criminal Justice 200

Financial Crime Investigation 204

Health Services Administration 207

Homeland Security 211

Legal Studies 214

Political Science 217

Psychology 222

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREES 226

Biomedical Sciences 226

Biotechnology 231

Computer Information Systems 235

Cyberforensics/Information Security 238

Dietetics and Nutrition 241

Elementary Education 246

Exercise Science 250

Forensic Investigations 254

Health Information Management 257

Health Science 261

Imaging Sciences 264

Information Technology Management 270

Integrated Marketing Communications 272

Interdisciplinary Studies 277

Management Information Systems 280

Network Systems and Data Communications 283

Nursing 287

Public Safety Administration 297

Software Engineering 300

Sport Management 303

Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology 307

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREES 311

Accounting 311

Business Administration 314

Criminal Justice 316

General Studies 319

Health Services Administration 321

Homeland Security 323

Hospitality 326

Paralegal Studies 329

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE DEGREES 331

Baking and Pastry Arts 331

Biotechnology 335

Computer-Aided Drafting 337

Crime Scene Technology 340

Culinary Arts 342

Diagnostic Medical Sonography 346

Fire Science 350

Golf Management 353

Graphic Arts and Design 356

Health Information Management 361

Histotechnology 365

Information Technology 368

Information Technology and Programming 370

Massage Therapy 373

Medical Administrative Billing and Coding 376

Medical Assisting 379

Medical Assisting Science (online) 382

Medical Laboratory Technician 385

Nuclear Medicine Technology 388

Nursing 391

Occupational Therapy Assistant 395

Physical Therapist Assistant 398

Radiation Therapy 401

Radiologic Technology 405

Respiratory Therapy 408

Sports Medicine and Fitness Technology 412

Surgical Technology 415

Video Game Design 418



Course Descriptions 422

Administration, Faculty, and Staff 628

CAMPUSES 640

Academic Calendar 788

Supplement to the 2016-2017 Keiser University Undergraduate Catalog, Flagship Residential Campus,West Palm Beach, Florida 793



Description of Facilities and Equipment 794

2016-17 Undergraduate and Graduate Tuition and Fees 794

Academic Policies and Information 815

Programs Offered 819

Program Descriptions 820

bachelor of business administration degrees 820

Accounting 820

Advertising and Marketing 822

Automotive Marketing and Management 825

Economics 827

Entrepreneurship 829

Fashion Marketing and Management 831

Finance 833

Hospitality Management 836

International Business 838

Management 840

Marketing 842

Sports and Entertainment Management 844



Course Descriptions 847

Administration, Faculty, and Staff 903

Academic Calendar 912

Supplement to the 2016-2017 Keiser University Undergraduate Catalog, Latin American Campus, San Marcos, Nicaragua 915



Description of Facilities and Equipment 916

Location 916

History 916

Accreditation 917

Admissions 917

Academic Placement Determination 919

Program-Specific Admissions Requirements 919

International Students 919



Financial Aid 921

Adding/Dropping Classes 923

Tuition and Fees (effective for Fall 2016 and Spring 2017 Semesters) 923

Student Life 926

Parking 927



Academic Policies 927

Mandatory Convocation Events 928



Programs Offered at Each Campus 928

Administration, Faculty and Staff 930

Academic Calendar – Latin American Campus 941




Keiser University main campus – Ft. Lauderdale, FL



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