Student Handbook - General Information
SUGGESTED CHARACTERISTICS FOR DISTANCE LEARNERS
A distance learner is defined as a student who takes courses by way of a means in which the student is separated by a distance from the instructor. This includes Interactive Video Network, Web-Based Instruction, and Correspondence among others. Distance learners who possess the following characteristics have been found to be more likely to succeed:
- Self-Directed Learner - A Self-Directed Learner is a learner who takes responsibility for his/her own learning. He/she recognizes limitations of self and uses his/her strengths to compensate. This person is a strong problem-solver and sees situations and/or environments from multiple perspectives. A self-directed learner identifies goals for self and plans strategies to reach those goals. What are your goals and how do you plan to reach them?
- Comfortable with Technology - A distance learner should be comfortable
with technology used to participate in the course. Students taking courses
online should have a working knowledge of t he Internet, basic word processing,
and email.
- Self-Motivated - A distance learner should be one who is able to motivate self. This learner must have the self-discipline to meet deadlines and plan timelines without an extensive amount of prodding by another person.
- Seeks out Resources - When distance learners experience difficulty with subject matter or assignments, he/she must seek out assistance from instructors and/or other resources appropriate.
COUNSELING SERVICES
The Center for Student Success is committed to the personal development of all students. Family, personal, and academic counseling is available to UTTC students. Distance Learning students may contact the Counseling Department by email at ccutler@uttc.edu or by telephone at 701-255-3285 extension 1264 to schedule an appointment or consultation.
CHEMICAL HEALTH CENTER
The Chemical Health Center (CHC) provides alcohol education/prevention, outpatient
treatment, aftercare counseling, one-on-one counseling, crisis intervention
counseling, relapse counseling, treatment referrals, and other referrals
as requested. The CHC also provides alcohol and drug evaluations, chemical
awareness classes, alcohol and drug information and literature, chemical/legal
advisement and representation, and on-going services for students and staff.
The CHC has Indian Health Services certified counselors and an administrator
that provide services for students and staff in the area of substance abuse.
Students who desire services may contact CHC by email at hschneider@uttc.edu or
by telephone at 701-255-3285 extension 1274 to schedule an appointment
or consultation.
Admission to United Tribes Technical College
United Tribes Technical College maintains an “open door” admissions
policy and welcomes all applicants. The College believes that every person
who has a sincere interest in learning should be given the opportunity to
do so. However, the general policy does not ensure admittance to a particular
course of study. Some programs have limited enrollment and/or academic, medical,
and legal requirements. Applicants must have earned a high school diploma
or GED. Admittance priority is given to those who are members of a recognized
tribe.
Applicants seeking admission to UTTC must submit the following to the Admissions Office:
- Completed Application ( www.uttc.edu/admissions.asp )
- GED, High School Transcript, High School Diploma
- Certification of Indian Blood
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Number
- Training Agreement
- Transfer: Official College Transcript from all colleges previously attended
Students who seek to transfer to UTTC must meet the general admission and specific program requirements. In addition, an official transcript from all other colleges attended must be sent to the Admission Office. A student who is on academic probation from another college may be accepted but will be subject to UTTC’s probation/suspension policies.
Students who choose to apply for on-campus admissions, must submit the following additional materials to the Admissions Office:
- Marriage License
- Physicals
- Immunizations Records
- MMR, PPD, and HEP-B Forms
- Housing Application
BOOKSTORE
FINANCIAL AID
The Financial Aid Office at UTTC maintains a program of financial aid and scholarship information to assist all students in meeting the cost of their education. To determine eligibility for all financial aid programs and scholarships available at UTTC, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA may be returned to the UTTC Financial Aid Office for electronic transfer, or the student may mail the application to the central processor, however, the latter may delay notification of eligibility. It is important to apply early, and the March 15 deadline should be observed to receive priority funding. Information and assistance regarding student financial aid is available from the Financial Aid Office.
UTTC does not participate in any student loan programs. Financial Aid is awarded to students based on their complete student file (Admissions/Registrar/Financial Aid Officer) financial need, and availability of funds.
Application
The following forms and documents are required from all students who apply for financial aid at UTTC*:
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (preferably delivered to the Financial Aid Office for electronic transfer)
- Student Aid Report (SAR). The SAR is a processed FAFSA. The U.S. Department of Education will mail a “color acknowledgement” of your SAR directly to you. UTTC Financial Aid Office will electronically receive the original Institutional Student Information Record as long as the student inserted the UTTC school code (014470). Even if you think you are not eligible for Federal Financial Aid, please complete the FAFSA.
- All students must have a completed admissions file before they are considered for financial aid at UTTC.
You may be eligible for Financial Assistance if you:
- Have financial need as determined by submitting the Federal PELL Grant Application.
- Are a citizen or eligible non-citizen.
- Are enrolled in an eligible program.
- Are making satisfactory academic progress.
- Are not in default on a Perkins Loan, Guaranteed Student Loan, or owe a refund on any Title IV PELL Grant(s) at any institution previously attended.
- Are a male, registered with the draft and have a selective service number of file with the college.
- Sign a statement of educational purpose, that all funds will be used to pay costs at the institution you are attending.
- The criteria for selecting students for financial aid is based on the highest to the lowest need. PELL index will determine your rank of need for any or all programs.
*United Tribes Technical College currently offers Federal Student Aid for students who are pursuing a degree online in Early Childhood Education or Injury Prevention.
Maintaining Financial Aid Eligibility
Qualitative Academic Progress
- For a first-time freshman student, a Grade Point Average of 1.75 is required at the end of the first semester.
- For a non-first-time student, a Grade Point Average of 2.0 is required at the end of each semester.
Quantitative Rate of Progress
- Full-time Students (enrolled in 12 or more credits) must complete a minimum of 12 credits each semester. Financial Aid will be granted for not more than five semesters for the same program.
- Halftime Students (enrolled in 9-11 credits) must complete a minimum of 6 credits each semester. Financial Aid will be granted for not more than seven semesters for the same program.
- Less-than-half-time Students (enrolled in 1-5 credits) must complete all credits attempted, and will be granted Financial Aid for which they are eligible until they have earned the number of credits required for the degree or certificate.
Courses
- No more than 6 credits of remedial courses.
- Students may take 1 repeat course per semester.
- Extensions for program completions must be requested in writing.
- Challenge courses will not be funded.
- Independent study courses will not be funded.
Requirements
- Student must declare a major and enroll in courses to satisfy core requirements, general electives, or remedial courses.
- Must be in a degree program.
- A student who has received financial aid as a full-time student but who successfully completed less than six credits per semester will be ineligible for financial aid.
Transfer Students
Students transferring to UTTC from another institution of higher education shall have their aid eligibility evaluated from the time they begin their program at UTTC. The length of eligibility will be determined by the grade level at which they enter UTTC. All transfer students must have a Financial Aid Transcript (FAT) on file for each school they have previously attended before any determination of financial aid eligibility can be made.
COSTS AND FEES
(Per Semester)
Tuition (per credit) .............................................. $87.50
Books/Supplies (estimated) ............................$300.00
Record Fee (one-time charge) ........................$100.00
Online Course Access Fee (per credit) ........... $47.50
Vocational Fee (full time students only) ......... $120.00
Student Activity Fee ............................................$50.00 (Not applicable to online students.)
Student Senate Fee ............................................$50.00
(Summer)
Housing (residency) .......................................... $400.00
Meal Plan ........................................................... $200.00
Tuition (per credit) ............................................... $87.50
Online Course Access Fee (per credit) ........... $47.50
All costs are payable in US currency and are charged after the last scheduled day to add classes.
REFUNDS
Withdraw within 24 hours ...................... 100%
Withdraw within one week ...................... 75%
Withdraw within two weeks ..................... 50%
Withdraw within three weeks .................. 25%
Withdraw after three weeks ........................0%
All timelines are from the first day of classes or from when the student enrolls, whichever is the latter. Before a refund is made to a withdrawing student, any debt owed to federal financial aid sources will be paid according to federal regulation. To calculate the amount of Title IV (PELL) assistance earned by the student, UTTC will first determine the percentage of Title IV assistance the student earned. This will be determined by taking the number of days completed, divided by the total number of days in the term. If the student withdrawal occurs after the 60 percent point, then the percentage earned is 100 percent. The earned percentage is applied to the total amount of Title IV assistance that was disbursed tot the student, or on the student’s behalf, for the payment period, or period of enrollment for which it was awarded as of the day of the student withdrawal.
After the student’s refund is calculated, the college will determine if the student must repay a portion of his/her financial aid as a result of his/her withdrawal.
Refunds due to Title IV programs will be calculated within 30 days according to Federal regulations. Refunds of summer school will be calculated in the same manner.
More information about Financial Aid is available in the student Financial Aid Handbook or at www.uttc.edu/financial.asp
United Tribes Technical College is a nonprofit corporation owned and operated by the five tribes located wholly or in part in North Dakota. Tribal owners: Three Affiliated Tribes of Ft. Berthold, Spirit Lake Tribe, Standing Rock Sioux Tribe, Sisseton Wahpeton Sioux Tribe, and Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa.