Academic Policies & Procedures

This section of the website outlines many of the Division of Online and Continuing Education's Academic Polices & Procedures for admissions, transferring credits, grading, and financial aid. If you have any questions, please contact our Faculty and Student Support Center at (978) 934-2474, or email Continuing_Education@uml.edu.

Academic Integrity	Financial Aid Office
Admission Information	Grading Information
Degree Requirements	Graduation Information
Financial Aid Information Sheet	Transfer Student Information

Institutional Disclosure

Institutional Disclosure of Information according to the Higher Education Act is available at http://continuinged.uml.edu/general/inst_disclosure.htm Students who have questions about the interpretation or application of University academic policies should consult with an Academic Counselor or Program Coordinator.

International Students

International students registering for Online and Continuing Education classes or enrolling in programs must provide proof of non-immigrant status. Please submit a copy of your current visa document, visa stamp and I-94 card, with your registration form. Students with F-1 or J-1 visa status must provide a copy of their Form I-20 or Form DS-2019. These students are not permitted to be enrolled in a degree program or in full-time status. F-1 and J-1 students must have the consent of their F-1 or J-1 U.S. sponsoring institution. The ultimate responsibility to know and follow the U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) regulations rests upon the students themselves. Students holding B-1, B-2, may not register for any academic classes. Students on F-2 status may not register for full-time classes or be enrolled in a degree program.  The University of Massachusetts Lowell does not issue I-20 Forms to students for any Online and Continuing Education programs. Please contact the International Students and Scholars Office at ISSO@uml.edu with any questions.

The International Students and Scholars Office will notify the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) of all international students who either withdraw or drop below full-time status during the academic semester.

Note: In registering for courses and/or accepting admission into the University, each student assumes responsibility for knowledge of and compliance with the definitions, regulations, and procedures of the University pertaining to his or her student status as set forth in the appropriate University of Massachusetts Lowell, Division of Online and Continuing Education website, publications, and catalog.