Frequently Asked Questions

Choose one of the categories below to find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the graduate courses from Saint Xavier University.

About Saint Xavier University Policies
About the Program
Assignments and Materials

ABOUT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY POLICIES

Q. Is Saint Xavier University accredited?
A. Saint Xavier University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities. Contact them at:

The North Central Association of Colleges (NCA)
30 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60602-2504

800-621-7440
312-263-0456
Fax: 312-263-7462

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Q. Will a course transfer to my Master's degree program?
A. Graduate credit may be transferable if you receive prior approval from the university you are attending for your degree program. Please check with your advisor.

Q. How many classes can I take at a time?
A. No student may earn more than 11 credit hours per semester with a limit of 20 credit hours per school year (September 1 - August 31). Fall/winter semester begins September 1, spring semester begins January 1, and summer begins May 1.

Q. How can I get a paid receipt for the class I attended?
A. Paid receipts are sent out complimentary for each class attended. You can expect to receive these automatically within two weeks from the last day of your course to your home address. Receipts cannot be faxed.

Q. What if I can no longer attend a class?
A. If you cancel at any time, you will lose your deposit. If you drop your class after it begins but prior to the second session, you are responsible for the deposit and materials fees. If you drop the class after the second session, you are responsible for the full tuition and materials.

Q. What if I need a transcript?
A. Complimentary transcripts will be mailed to all students approximately six weeks after a course ends. For questions about or cost of additional copies of your transcript, call Saint Xavier University at 773-298-3000.

ASSIGNMENTS AND MATERIALS

Q. How quickly will I get my course materials once I register?
A. Materials will be available on the first day of class from the instructor for courses you attend on site.

Q. How quickly can I expect my grade to be issued?
A. Grades will be processed within a four-week period after the last day of class for site-based courses and after a five-week period for any TAP projects submitted. Please make sure you plan ahead for any school or state deadlines. Grades cannot be faxed.

Q. What if I need my grade faster than the four-week period?
A. Because classes are processed and graded as a whole, we are unable to offer expedited grading regardless of how quickly an instructor submits grades. Please make sure you plan ahead for any school or state deadlines.

Q. Can I complete my course ahead of time?
A. Yes. Keep in mind, however, that the entire class is graded at once within the two-week period from the last day of the course regardless of when you submit your project.