LFCC Catalog and Student Handbook

1 2018-19 LFCC Catalog and Student Handbook Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane Middletown, VA 22645-1745 540-868-7000 Fauquier Campus 6480 College Street Warrenton, VA 20187-8820 540-351-1505 Luray-Page County Center 334 North Hawksbill Street Luray, VA 22835-1130 540-843-0722 Vint Hill 4151 Weeks Drive Warrenton, VA 20187-3945 540-351-1531 Toll Free: 1-800-906-LFCC TTY 711 (Virginia Relay) Web site: Updated (12/4/18) Lord Fairfax Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Contact SACSCOC at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30003-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lord Fairfax Community College. Disclaimers and Statements: Lord Fairfax Community College provides its Web site, Catalog , handbooks, and any other printed materials or electronic media for your general guidance. The College does not guarantee that the information contained within them, including, but not limited to, the contents of any page that resides under the DNS registrations of is up-to-date, complete and accurate, and individuals assume any risks associated with relying upon such information without checking other credible sources, such as a Student s academic advisor.

2 In addition, a Student s or prospective Student s reliance upon information contained within these sources, or individual program catalogs or handbooks, when making academic decisions does not constitute, and should not be construed as, a contract with the College. Further, the College reserves the right to make changes to any provision or requirement within these sources, as well as changes to any curriculum or program, whether during a Student s enrollment or otherwise. Links or references to other materials and Web sites provided in the above-referenced sources are also for information purposes only and do not constitute the College s endorsement of products or services referenced. Lord Fairfax Community College (LFCC) is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or other non-merit factors.

3 LFCC also prohibits sexual misconduct including sexual violence or harassment. Letter from the President Welcome to Lord Fairfax Community College (LFCC)! Whether your goal is to transfer to a four-year college or university, pursue education to begin or advance your career, or simply take courses for self-enrichment, we are here to help. Throughout your college experience, you will encounter dedicated faculty and an entire community ready to help you meet your goals. students find our courses to be exciting and engaging, and I am confident that you will too. Our commitment to your success begins with top-notch faculty who are experts in their fields and dedicated to teaching. LFCC courses will help you develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills to prepare for the future. Ninety-eight percent of our students are highly satisfied with their experience at LFCC. In addition, LFCC has been designated a Great College to Work For by The Chronicle of Higher Education for six years running.

4 Both Student and employee satisfaction contribute to perspective students ability to succeed. With over seventy academic programs to select from, you have a wide range of options some that you may never have considered. Transfer articulation agreements are available for a smooth transition to many four-year colleges and universities. In addition, professional development and short-term training courses taught by industry professionals can help you improve your skills to advance in the workplace. Courses are available in traditional and summer semesters during the day as well as convenient evening, weekend, and shortened sessions including eight-week, ten-week, and twelve-week formats. Many courses, even full degree programs, are available online or in a hybrid format. Online courses allow students to attend a course anytime and from any place where they have Internet access. Both online and hybrid classes help you develop technological skills that will be critical to your success in the 21st century global business community.

5 Regardless of which courses you take, and when, you will have excellent Student support services, including financial aid and scholarship assistance, academic advising, career planning, online registration/payment, and tutoring services. Through peer learning and Student activities, you will have an opportunity to enrich your personal development beyond the classroom. I was the first in my family to attend college, and community college was where I found my focus. At the community college, faculty were dedicated to helping students succeed and staff were welcoming and supportive. I have seen first-hand the impact community colleges make in students lives, within families, and within our communities. Congratulations on choosing LFCC, where it is our mission to provide a positive, caring and dynamic learning environment that inspires Student success, values diversity and promotes community vitality. You are now surrounded by a supportive community who care about your education, who share your aspirations and who claim your dreams as their own.

6 We look forward to helping you reach your goals every step of the way! Dr. Kimberly P. Blosser President LORD FAIRFAX COMMUNITY COLLEGE PRESIDENT OF THE COLLEGE Kimberly P. Blosser VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM Glenn DuBois, Chancellor LORD FAIRFAX COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD William C. Daniel, Chair Pamela M. McInnis, Vice Chair Kimberly P. Blosser, Secretary Brad A. Hodgson, City of Winchester Kathryn K. Rosa, City of Winchester William C. Daniel, Clarke County Mary W. Barton, Fauquier County Richard M. Galecki, Fauquier County Jeffrey S. Boppe, Frederick County Michael A. Lake, Frederick County Craig Lancto, Page County Bruce S. Short, Page County Paula L. Howland, Rappahannock County Benjamin Freakley, Shenandoah County Andrew Keller, Shenandoah County Daryl L. Funk, Warren County Pamela M. McInnis, Warren County STATE BOARD FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGES Robin Sullenberger, Chair Susan Tinsley Gooden, Vice Chair Glenn DuBois, State Board Secretary Yohannes A.

7 Abraham Carolyn Berkowitz Nathaniel Bishop Adnan Bokhari David E. Broder Darren Conner Edward Dalrymple, Jr. Douglas M. Garcia William C. Hall, Jr. Peggy Layne Eleanor Saslaw Joseph Smiddy, Senator Walter Stosch EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION BOARD Rosa Crocker, Chair Margie Markham, Vice Chair Katy Reeves, Immediate Past Chair Chris Boies, Treasurer LFCC VP for Finance and Administration Kimberly Blosser, Secretary LFCC President Mary Barton Emily Marlow Beck Chuck McWilliams, Jr. Dennis Morris David Slye Nancie S. Williams, Esq. Liv Heggoy, Executive Director SUMMER SEMESTER 2018 Important Dates Class Sessions 10 wk 1st 5 wk 1st 8 wk 2nd 5 wk 2nd 8 wk Classes Begin May 21 May 21 May 21 Jun 26 Jun 5 Last Date to Register Late or Add May 23 May 21 May 22 Jun 26 Jun 6 Last Date to Qualify for a Refund or Change from Audit to Credit or Credit to Audit May 31 May 25 May 29 Jul 2 Jun 13 Last Date to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty Jul 2 Jun 10 Jun 24 Jul 17 Jul 8 No classes scheduled Jul 3 Jul 3 Jul 3 Jul 3 College Closed May 28 Jul 4 May 28 Jul 4 Jul 4 Jul 4 Classes End Aug 1 Jun 25 Jul 18 Aug 1 Aug 1 Final Examinations During the last scheduled meeting Grades Due Aug 3 (8am) Jun 28 (noon) Jul 20 (noon) Aug 3 (8am) Aug 3 (8am) *Classes which meet on Monday will need to reschedule additional instruction time to make up for having one less Monday than usual.

8 FALL SEMESTER 2018 Important Dates Class Sessions 5-week sessions (for MTE classes) 15 wk 12 wk 1st 8 wk 2nd 8 wk 1st 5 wk 2nd 5 wk 3rd 5 wk Faculty Report Aug 16 Classes Begin Aug 20 Sept 11 Aug 20 Oct 16 Aug 20 Sept 25 Oct 30 Last Date to Register Late or Add Aug 22 Sept 13 Aug 21 Oct 17 Aug 20 Sept 25 Oct 30 Last Date to Qualify for a Refund or Change from Audit to Credit, or Credit to Audit Sept 6 Sept 25 Aug 28 Oct 24 Aug 24 Oct 1 Nov 4 Last Date to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty Oct 25 Nov 3 Sept 22 Nov 17 Sept 9 Oct 15 Nov 17 No Classes Scheduled Nov 20 - 21 Nov 20 - 21 Nov 20 21 Nov 20 21 College Closed Sept 3 Nov 22-25 Nov 22 25 Nov 22 25 Nov 22 25 Classes End Dec 9 Dec 9 Oct 15 Dec 16 Sept 24 Oct 29 Dec 7 Final Examinations Dec 10 16 Dec 10 16 During last class meeting During last class meeting Upon completion of all required course assignments Grades Due Dec 17 (noon) Dec 17 (noon) Dec 17 (noon) Dec 17 (noon) Dec 17 (noon) SPRING SEMESTER 2019 SUMMER SEMESTER 2019 Important Dates Class Sessions 5-week sessions (for MTE classes) 15 wk 12 wk 1st 8 wk 2nd 8 wk 1st 5 wk 2nd 5 wk 3rd 5 wk Faculty Report Classes Begin Jan 7 Jan 29 Jan 7 Mar 11 Jan 7 Feb 12 Mar 26 Last Date to Register Late or Add Jan 9 Jan 31 Jan 8 Mar 12 Jan 7 Feb 12 Mar 26 Last Date to Qualify for a Refund or Change from Audit to Credit, or Credit to Audit Jan 24 Feb 12 Jan 14 Mar 18 Jan 11 Feb 17 Mar 30 Last Date to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty Mar 21 Mar 30 Feb 8 Apr 12 Jan 27 Mar 3 Apr 15 College Closed Jan 21 / Mar 8 Mar 8 Mar 8 Spring Break Mar 4 10 Mar 4 10 Mar 4 10 Classes End Apr 29 Apr 29 Mar 3* May 5 Feb 11 Mar 25 Apr 29 Final Examinations Apr 30 May 6 Apr 30 May 6 During last class meeting During last class meeting Upon completion of all required course assignments Grades Due May 8 (noon) May 8 (noon) May 8 (noon) May 8 (noon) May 8 (noon)

9 Important Dates Class Sessions 10 wk 1st 5 wk 1st 8 wk 2nd 5 wk 2nd 8 wk Classes Begin May 20 May 20 May 20 Jun 25 Jun 4 Last Date to Register Late or Add May 22 May 21 May 21 Jun 26 Jun 5 Last Date to Qualify for a Refund or Change from Audit to Credit, or Credit to Audit May 30 May 24 May 28 Jun 29 Jun 11 Last Date to Withdraw Without Grade Penalty Jun 30 Jun 9 Jun 22 Jul 15 Jul 6 No classes scheduled College Closed May 27 / Jul 4 May 27 / Jul 4 Jul 4 Jul 4 Classes End Jul 29 Jun 24 Jul 15 Jul 29 Jul 29 Final Examinations During the last scheduled class meeting Grades Due Jul 31 (noon) Jul 31 (noon) Jul 31 (noon) Jul 31 (noon) Jul 31 (noon) GENERAL INFORMATION History .. 1 The College .. 1 Mission .. 2 Goals .. 2 Accreditation .. 2 Locations and Facilities .. 2 Fauquier Campus .. 2 Middletown Campus .. 3 Luray-Page County Center .. 3 Vint Hill Site .. 3 Programs .. 4 Student Services .. 4 Workforce Solutions .. 5 LFCC Educational Foundation Inc.. 5 Mission of the Foundation.

10 5 ADMISSIONS AND FINANCIAL AID Admissions General Admission to the College .. 7 Readmission .. 7 Readmission to Degree or Certificate Program .. 7 Residence Requirements .. 7 Placement Testing 8 New Student Registration .. 9 Admission to Specific Degree or Certificate Programs .. 9 Admission to Health Professions Programs .. 9 Admission Priorities .. 9 Special Admission Enrollment Dual Enrollment .. 10 International students .. 10 Senior Citizen .. 10 Veterans .. 10 Transfer Credit Policy .. 11 Alternative Forms of Credit .. 11 Expenses Eligibility for In-State Tuition .. 12 Domicile Appeal Process .. 13 Tuition and Fees .. 13 Refunds .. 14 Attendance / Administrative Deletion Policy .. 14 Financial Aid How to Apply for Financial Aid .. 15 Satisfactory Academic Progress .. 15 Financial Aid Repayment .. 15 EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Degrees and Certificates .. 16 Associate Degree Requirements .. 16 Certificate Requirements .. 16 TRANSFER GUIDELINES .. 17 Special Academic Policies Student Development.