GENERAL INFORMATION

Smoking Policy

This policy is in compliance with University of Pittsburgh regulations effective February 1, 1991, "restricting smoking in University of Pittsburgh facilities at all campuses."

Policy: Smoking is prohibited in all University owned and leased facilities, and in all University vehicles and has been revised to prohibit smoking within fifteen (15) feet of all University building primary entrances and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) intake vents.

The Human Resources directive provides the following details:
"Primary entrances shall be defined as the common public access points to each building, and is not intended for doors exclusively designated as emergency exits only or as service entrances. Note: portions of loading docks that are under building cover and interior garages shall be considered as inside the building and smoking shall be prohibited."

Contact the Affirmative Action Officer at 412-648-7860 for questions on the policy or its application.

Immunization Policy

All incoming full-time freshmen must submit proof of immunization against measles (rubeola), German measles (rubella), mumps and meningitis. A current inoculation of the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine satisfies the University immunization requirement.

All incoming freshmen must provide to the University Student Health Service documentation of immunization which includes the month, day, and year that the immunizations were administered. Completed immunization forms must be kept on file in the Student Health Service. A student may be granted a medical exemption from immunization based on danger to health or religious beliefs.

Failure to Comply: Incoming full-time students who, after receipt of notification by the University that their immunization records are incomplete, fail to provide proof of immunization or written request for exemption as described above, will be prohibited from registering for any classes beyond the term following initial enrollment.

Students enrolled in the Nursing program have additional health screening requirements and immunization requirements. Contact the Office of the Nursing Program for more details.

Patent Policy

A University student, during his or her period of enrollment, may be responsible for new discoveries and inventions that could have commercial value and contribute to scientific, technological, social, and cultural progress. Those accomplishments should be patented in the best interest of the student, the University, the public, and the government. The University's policy on patent rights and technology transfer determines the rights and obligations of the student and the University in any technology the student may invent while enrolled in the University. Details of the University policy are available from the Office of Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property.

Research Integrity

The University of Pittsburgh seeks excellence in the discovery and dissemination of knowledge. Excellence in scholarship requires all members of the University community to adhere strictly to the highest standards of integrity with regard to research, instruction, and evaluation. Research misconduct carries potential for serious harm to the University community, to the integrity of science, and to society as a whole. The University's Research Integrity Policy is available online at www.pitt.edu/HOME/PP/policies/07/07-06-06.html

Faculty-Student Relationship Policy

The University of Pittsburgh's educational mission is promoted by professional relationships between faculty members and students. Relationships of an intimate nature (that is, sexual and/or romantic) compromise the integrity of a faculty-student relationship whenever the faculty member has a professional responsibility for the student. The University prohibits relationships between a faculty member and a student whose academic work, teaching, or research is being supervised or evaluated by the faculty member.

If an intimate relationship should exist or develop between a faculty member and a student, the University requires the faculty member to remove himself/herself from all supervisory, evaluative, and/or formal advisory roles with respect to the student.

Definition Note: In this policy, the definition of "faculty member" refers to anyone appointed by the University as a teacher, researcher, or academic administrator, including graduate and undergraduate students so appointed.

Student Code of Conduct

The purpose of the Student Code of Conduct is to outline nonacademic standards of conduct appropriate to the University in conjunction with the educational goals of the University. The code shall apply to all undergraduate students registered at the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville. Any member of the University community may institute a proceeding against a student by filing a complaint in the Office of Student Affairs. For a copy of the code, please contact the Judicial Affairs Office in the J. Curtis McKinney II Student Union, Room 216, 814-827-4469, or see http://www.studentaffairs.pitt.edu/usjs/.

University AIDS Policy

The University of Pittsburgh does not discriminate against individuals who are diagnosed as HIV positive or as having AIDS.

The University recognizes that the health condition of individuals is personal and confidential. Reasonable precautions will be taken to protect information regarding the health condition of all members of the University community.

Based on medical evidence that indicates that there is no risk of transmitting HIV through casual contact in the classroom or circumstances involving only casual contact with others, the University will impose no undue restrictions on faculty, staff, or students who are infected with HIV.

Drug-free Workplace/Drug-free Schools Policy

The University of Pittsburgh prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance on University property or as part of any University activity. Faculty, staff, and students of the University must also comply with the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania on the possession and consumption of alcohol.

Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action within 30 days, including, but not limited to, a warning, written reprimand, suspension, dismissal, expulsion, and/or mandatory participation and successful completion of a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved by an appropriate health or law enforcement agency.

Any University employee paid from federally funded grants or contracts, or any student participating in any federally funded or Guaranteed Student Loan Program, must notify the University of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring at the University or while engaged in University activities.

Harassment Policy

No University employee, student, or individual on University property may intentionally harass or abuse a person (physically or verbally) with the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with such person's work or academic performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or academic environment.

Sexual Harassment Policy

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to the maintenance of a community free from all forms of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment violates University policy as well as state, federal, and local laws. It is neither permitted nor condoned.

It is also a violation of the University of Pittsburgh's policy against sexual harassment for any employee or student at the University of Pittsburgh to attempt in any way to retaliate against a person who makes a claim of sexual harassment. For more information on the University's position against harassment, see www.pitt.edu/~provost/har.html.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the University guarantees that students have the right to inspect all personally identifiable records maintained by the institution and may challenge the content and accuracy of those records through appropriate institutional procedure. It is further guaranteed by the University that student records containing personally identifiable information will not be released except as permitted by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

For more information, students may contact the Office of Registrar, 504 East Main Street, Titusville, PA 16354, or call 814-827-4470.

Computing Use Policy

Every member of the University community has two basic rights regarding computing: privacy and a fair share of resources. It is unethical for another person to violate these rights. All users, in turn, are expected to exercise common sense and decency with regard to the campus computing resources. Please read Ethical Guidelines for Computing, available in campus computing labs or online at www.pitt.edu/~document/ethics/ethics.html, for details.

Students are subject to the rules and regulations as described in the University of Pittsburgh Student Code of Conduct and the University of Pittsburgh at Titusville Student Handbook. Students should realize that any misuse of computing resources may result in the suspension of their computing privileges.

TUITION, FEES, AND OTHER CHARGES

The following are the costs for the 2010–2011 academic year.

The University of Pittsburgh reserves the right to change the tuition rate and fees at any time without advance notice.

*Additional charge per credit over 18 credits.

The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition is provided through an appropriation from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (see Eligibility for Reduced Tuition).

All full-time students who do not reside with their parents are required to live in University housing unless a waiver is granted by the Executive Director of Student Affairs. Resident students are required to take a board plan. Part-time students (fewer than 12 credits) are not eligible for University housing. Board charges will be prorated from the date of departure. Students who resign from the University remain responsible for the full room charge.

Eligibility for Reduced Tuition

Tuition rates for the University of Pittsburgh are based on whether or not the student is a permanent resident of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. A higher tuition rate is charged to nonresidents. A student who has lived in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for a continuous period of 12 months immediately prior to attending any college or university in the state may be eligible for reduced tuition rates. To be eligible, the student must be a citizen of the United States or have an immigrant or permanent resident visa. For a student under 21 years of age, both the student and parents or legal guardian must reside in Pennsylvania.

Copies of Guidelines and Procedures for Determining Eligibility for Reduced Tuition Rates are available upon request in the Office of Admissions. Any admitted student may petition for reduced tuition rates by supplying convincing evidence to be reviewed by the Director of Enrollment Management.

To be effective for a particular term, petitions must be submitted within the first 30 calendar days of the term. NO DUE DATES WILL BE EXTENDED, NOR WILL LATE PAYMENT OR LATE REGISTRATION FEES BE WAIVED FOR ANY REASON RELATED TO THE DETERMINATIONS OF ELIGIBILITY FOR REDUCED TUITION.

Only the Director of Enrollment Management may evaluate eligibility for tuition purposes. Students who change their domicile from Pennsylvania to another state must promptly give written notice to the Director of Enrollment Management.

Students under 21 years of age must report a change in their parents' or legal guardians' address.

Students who are found eligible for resident tuition rates at the time of initial classification due to an error in classification are subject to retroactive reclassification as nonresidents and are responsible for the payment of all related tuition and fees.

Students who are found eligible for reduced tuition rates as a result of facts concealed or falsified at the time of initial classification are subject to University discipline and legal action and are responsible for the payment of all nonresident tuition and fees, including legal fees.

Payment Policies

An eBill for each term or session will be e-mailed to each student. EBills detail all charges and all credits (scholarship aid, loans, deposits paid, etc.) and indicate the amount due and the date by which payment must be made.

Pending loans will be counted as a credit to the student's balance for 60 days. If the loans are not finalized by the end of 60 days, the loan amount(s) will be added back into the total amount due and become the responsibility of the student.

A monthly statement will indicate only the additional charges and/or credits applied to an account during that month.

Any payments made by check should include the student ID on the check.

REGISTRATION FOR ANY SUBSEQUENT TERM WILL NOT BE PERMITTED UNTIL AN ACCOUNT IS COMPLETELY SETTLED.

Payment Plan Option

The University offers a payment plan for up to six installments per term, depending on the date you enroll in the plan.  Enrollment is in PittPAY and begins in April for the fall term and October for the spring term.  There is a $55 charge for fall or spring term plans and a $90 charge for an annual plan that spans fall and spring terms.  Payment is automatically debited each month from the bank account or credit card you designate when you enroll in a plan.  There is a 2.75% non-refundable service charge if you elect to make installment payments by American Express, Discover Card or MasterCard; installments paid by eCheck are processed for no additional charge.

Late Fees

If a balance due is not paid by the due date, late payment fees will be charged.  Repeated failures to pay will also incur financial holds and withholding of transcripts and/or grades.  No student will be allowed to register for a subsequent term until the current term’s account is fully settled.  Past due accounts will also be referred for collection.

Registration Status

A student who is registered for 12 or more credits, or the equivalent, during the fall, spring, and/or summer term is considered to have full-time status for that term. Students registered for less than 12 credits are considered part-time.

A student's registration status is active when admitted and enrolled in the term of admission. A student must register for at least one credit in a 12-month period in order to maintain active status.

Termination of Registration by the Add/Drop Process

Students may terminate registration for all classes by informing the Office of the Registrar of their intent to do so prior to the end of the add/drop period for the term.

Students registered for courses scheduled to begin after the end of the add/drop period for the term may terminate their classes by informing the registration office of their intent to do so at any time prior to the first scheduled meeting day of the class.

Termination of Registration by the Resignation Process

After the end of the add/drop period for the term, students must resign through the Office of Student Accounts.

An official resignation occurs when the student notifies the Office of Student Accounts of his or her intent to terminate his or her registration for all classes after the end of that term/session's add/drop period, but no later than the 60 percent point (in time) of the term or session.

After the 60 percent point of the term or session, students can only terminate their registration by withdrawing through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Failing to attend the classes for which a student is registered or failing to notify the appropriate academic and administrative offices of nonattendance is not considered an official resignation. Students who fail to follow proper procedures for termination of their registration are responsible for all tuition and fees assessed for the term or session.

The effective date of resignation is determined by one of the following: (1) the date of in-person contact with the Office of Student Accounts or the Vice President for Academic Affairs; (2) the date of the postmark on the letter of intent to resign (or the date of receipt if no postmark exists), or (3) the date of notification by telephone or e-mail.

Charges When Dropping a Course(s)

When a student drops a course or courses, there is no tuition charge if the course(s) is/are dropped before the add/drop period ends. After the add/drop period ends, no refund of tuition or fees will be given unless a student resigns (drops all courses); then a prorated refund may be given during a limited time frame.

Title IV Refund Policy

When the Office of Financial Aid is helping to meet the educational costs, any tuition and fee reduction, up to the amount of financial aid received for that term, will be returned to the financial aid program(s) from which the student received assistance. For those students eligible for a refund, paid charges will be adjusted in accordance with federal guidelines.

No adjustments will be made for unofficial resignation or for students who are requested to resign or are suspended as a result of disciplinary action.

Refunds to Title IV programs, any other aid program, and/or the student will be made in a timely manner. The amount of the refund to be returned to Title IV aid programs and the amount to be returned to non-Title IV aid programs will be calculated according to federal and state government regulations.

In refunding monies to the various financial aid programs, the following priority listings will be used:

A. Title IV Programs

1. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans
2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans
3. Direct unsubsidized Stafford Loans
4. Direct subsidized Stafford Loans
5. Federal Perkins Loans
6. Federal Plus Loans
7. Direct Plus Loans
8. Federal Pell Grants
9. Federal Supplemental Ed. Opportunity Grants (FSEOG)
10. Any other Title IV program

B. Non-Title IV Programs (refunded according to resignation percentage)

1. Institutional Loans
2. Institutional Scholarships and/or Grants
3. Private Scholarships
4. Private Loans
5. State Grants