2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog
ACCREDITATION
Athens State University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Athens State University. The College of Education at Athens State University is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP), 1140 19th St., N.W. Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036. The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) became the sole accrediting body for educator preparation providers on July 1, 2013, replacing the former NCATE accreditation body. The College of Business at Athens State University is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), 11520 West 119th Street, Overland Park, Kansas 66213, (913) 339-9356. Athens State University is approved by the Alabama State Department of Education for the training of early childhood, elementary, collaborative, physical education, secondary, and postsecondary school teachers. The Alabama State Department of Education is a member of the National Association of State Directors of Teacher Education Certification. The B.S. in Computer Science degree program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org. The B.S. in Information Technology degree program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org.
Published by Athens State University 300 N. Beaty St. Athens, AL 35611 Toll Free: 1-800-522-0272 General Information: (256) 233-8100 www.athens.edu A Non-Profit, State Institution of Higher Learning
This catalog is the annual announcement of the undergraduate academic programs, requirements, and regulations of Athens State University. Students enrolling in the University are subject to the provisions stated herein. The rules, regulations, policies, fees and other charges, courses, programs of study, and academic requirements that appear in this catalog were in effect at the time of its publication and every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of all information. The contents are published for informational purposes only, and do not constitute a contract between the University and any student, applicant for admission, or other person. Statements regarding courses, programs of study, fees, and conditions are subject to change without advance notice.
Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement
Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President for Financial Affairs, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256-216-3303.
Accessibility/Disability
Athens State University complies with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 including all updated regulations and guidance. Athens State University strives to provide a dynamic and appropriate instructional environment and workplace to meet the needs of students, employees and citizens of the communities served. It is the policy of the University that a good faith effort shall be made to meet the accommodation requests of persons with disabilities. Athens State University employees and citizens should contact the Office of Human Resources, (256) 216-3314, to complete the procedure for requesting an accommodation. Students with disabilities may contact Accessibility Services (formerly Disability Services), located in the Sandridge Student Center Room 122, (256) 233-8143, accessibility.services@athens.edu.
Harassment and Discrimination
If any person feels he/she has been harassed or discriminated against, the person should follow the University’s Harassment and Discrimination Policy and Procedure. Complaints of sexual misconduct should follow the University’s Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedure. The University can only take action against alleged offenders and protect the University from future incidents if occurrences of harassment and discrimination are reported in a timely fashion.
Privacy of Student Records - Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
Athens State University complies with the provisions of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as amended. FERPA sets forth the requirements pertaining to the privacy of student records, and the rights of students with respect to their education records. For complete FERPA information, see the Records section of this catalog or the University’s online Policy Library.
Alabama Transfers
Alabama Transfers is a web-based based articulation and transfer planning system designed to inform students who attend public two-year and four-year institutions about approved transfer courses and programs. Alabama Transfers is an efficient and effective way of providing students, counselors, advisors, and administrators with accurate information upon which transfer decisions may be made. Alabama Transfers is the information link between the public institutions of higher education in the State of Alabama. The Alabama Transfers system, if used properly, can prevent the loss of course credit hours, can provide direction for scheduling of course work, and can ease the transition from one institution to another. Transfer guides and additional information can be obtained directly through the Alabama Transfers website.